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The NorThwesT CurreNTWednesday, November 11, 2015 Serving Chevy Chase, Colonial Village, Shepherd Park, Brightwood, Crestwood, Petworth & 16th Street Heights Vol. XLVIII, No. 45

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SHERWOOD

By BRADY HOLTCurrent Staff Writer

Fresh off last Wednesday’s opening of a new Chick-fil-A at DC USA in Columbia Heights, the fast-food chain has confirmed plans to launch restaurants in Tenleytown and Van Ness next year. Atlanta-based Chick-fil-A recently filed plans with the District for restaurants at the former Pay-less shoe store site at 4505 Wisconsin Ave. NW and the current Burger King space at 4422 Con-necticut Ave. NW. The former is part of a com-mercial strip between Panera and Starbucks next to the Tenleytown Metro station; the latter will be a new free-standing building with a drive-thru on the same footprint as the Burger King. “We’ve been serving various Washington D.C. area communities for many years,” Chick-fil-A spokesperson Brenda Morrow wrote in an email to The Current. “We look forward to expanding

into Tenleytown and Van Ness in 2016, with our continued model of serving great food with remarkable service in a manner sensitive to the communities where we locate.” Chick-fil-A’s Columbia Heights store is only

its second location within D.C. city limits, with the other being inside the Catholic University student center. The Forest Hills Connection first reported on the proposed Van Ness location, while American University’s student newspaper The Eagle broke the news of the Tenleytown plan. As Chick-fil-A works to move into the two neighborhoods, community leaders in both com-mercial districts are actively looking for ways to boost activity and investment. Both Tenleytown and Van Ness have applied for city grant money to fund “Main Street” groups to oversee these efforts; decisions are expected on Monday. Anne Wallace, a Tenleytown advisory neigh-borhood commissioner and president of her main street’s board, said in an interview that she’s of mixed minds about Chick-fil-A. “I don’t think it’s any secret that we would prefer to see non-chain businesses,” she said.

Chick-fil-A proposes restaurants in Tenleytown, Van Ness

Brian Kapur/The CurrentSome residents are concerned by Chick-fil-A’s plan to retain Burger King’s drive-thru upon taking over the Van Ness site.

Brian Kapur/The CurrentThe St. John’s Cadets battled Gonzaga in their annual rivalry game, which was played on a neutral site at Paint Branch High School in Maryland. As is tradition, members of the St. John’s Corps of Cadets marched on the field prior to kickoff. St. John’s rallied past Gonzaga to secure a spot in the Washington Catholic Athletic Conference playoffs. See story, page 10.

P L AY O f f M A R C H

By KELSEY KNORPCurrent Correspondent

Some early risers in neighbor-hoods bordering the National Zoo will have to adjust their morning routines this winter, as the Zoo establishes new hours of operation. Beginning in January, the Zoo grounds will open two hours later each day, at 8 a.m., and close an hour earlier, at 5 p.m. Exhibit building hours will also be adjusted slightly, to open at 9 a.m. rather than 10 a.m. and close a half-hour earlier than usual, at 4 p.m. The later grounds opening times are intended as a permanent change. However, the earlier close times are in part designed to accommodate daylight saving time, as the earlier darkness can pose safety risks to both visitors and staff, according to National Zoo director Dennis Kelly. When the Zoo shifts to summer hours in mid-March, closing times for the grounds and exhibits will be extended by two hours. For neighbors in areas like Woodley Park, the Zoo is a popular spot for a morning walks or runs. Many commuters also cut through the grounds on foot to save time and avoid rush-hour traffic. Due to the influx of people so early in the morning, Kelly said, it is often difficult to manage the daily flow of 2,000 to 3,000 vehicles needed to provide food and veteri-nary care to the animals, and to per-form services like maintenance and restocking the gift shops and vend-ing machines before the Zoo opens. The director noted the routine occurrence of “near-misses and con-frontations” between staff and early visitors when both parties use the grounds in the morning. “I don’t want to see a tragic accident here because of a conflict between people trying to do their jobs and people trying to use the Zoo for recreation,” Kelly said. Because staff will have more breathing room to conduct morning preparations, the Zoo will be able to

Zoo neighbors bemoan later opening hours

By BRADY HOLTCurrent Staff Writer

Cleveland Park residents are fiercely protective of their neighbor-hood’s historic district. Filled with stately homes dating back a century or more, the district requires strict reviews of even seemingly modest changes to contributing buildings. So community members were aghast when a 1912 house across the street from the Washington National Cathedral was abruptly demolished Friday. The razing of 3515 Woodley Road NW represents neither a change in policy for the historic dis-trict nor an illegal attempt by a developer to circumvent preserva-tion rules — two speculations raised in the community. Rather, the house’s structure was so badly desta-bilized during a renovation and expansion project that city inspec-tors deemed the structure a safety hazard and ordered it torn down. The property owner, who had permits to conduct interior demoli-tion and construct a garage, is “com-

pletely, utterly committed” to rebuilding it in its original form, according to Ralph Cunningham, whose Cunningham Quill Architects firm is working on the project. “That’s the silver lining of the whole thing: We have extensive documentation of the house. We know what was there,” said Cun-ningham. “It will look the same, but it will be a better, more modernly constructed house.” Problems emerged late last month, when gaping cracks appeared in the rear wall, according to advi-sory neighborhood commissioner Nancy MacWood. The city’s His-toric Preservation Office and inspec-

Historic home leveled after structural damage■ Cleveland Park: Agency said 1912 building was unsafe

Brian Kapur/The CurrentNeighbors were astonished to learn the Woodley Road home had been demolished on friday.

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open exhibits to the public an hour earlier than it could previously. Kelly noted security concerns as the other key factor in the decision to limit hours of operation for the grounds. Especially during winter months when darkness sets in earlier in the evenings, there is increased liability for visitors and staff travel-ing the miles of pathways through-out the Zoo, he said. As word has spread about the planned hours change, so have nega-tive reactions among community members in adjacent neighborhoods.Peter Brusoe, president of the Wood-ley Park Community Association, said he was surprised Zoo officials didn’t first seek community input on the matter or inform neighbors of the decision in advance. He said he first

heard of it when Kelly sent him a letter last week detailing the Zoo’s new schedule. “No one’s really happy about it,” Brusoe said of the responses he heard at his association’s last meet-ing. “A lot of them push their baby strollers there, a lot of people jog, and a lot of people cut through to get to work.” Association vice president Bar-bara Ioanes concurred, adding that the neighborhood could likely have provided valuable feedback during the Zoo’s initial deliberations on the change. The 40-year resident also said the new hours will restrict an area that is an integral part of the Woodley Park community. “It is really our oasis around here,” Ioanes said. “When I go out for my walks, it is a place I feel is very safe.”

ZOO: Hours to change in JanuaryFrom Page 1

However, Wallace added, the Pay-less site has been vacant for close to a decade. “Having an empty store-front isn’t good for the neighborhood at all, so it’s a balance.” Online debates, though, have raged about Chick-fil-A. Opponents have challenged the healthiness of fast food, the political positions of the chain’s ownership and — in Van Ness — whether a mixed-use devel-opment would be more appropriate. Wallace said her experiences have been positive so far. “Every-thing I’ve heard about Chick-fil-A is good, that they’re a well-run organi-zation, and they reached out to us on the ANC to talk about their plans,” she said. The neighborhood commis-sion will review the restaurant’s pro-posed 24-seat sidewalk cafe at an

upcoming meeting. In Van Ness, meanwhile, some community leaders are questioning the drive-thru plans. Mary Beth Ray, a neighborhood commissioner and president of the Van Ness Main Streets board of directors, said she welcomed the restaurant’s invest-ment in the community but that she’d rather see a more “urban, thoughtful development” — without a drive-thru. “I think it’s more reflec-tive of a past era where everyone did their shopping and eating using their car,” said Ray. Commissioner Malachy Nugent added that there are also practical concerns. Chick-fil-A’s plans would allow eight cars at a time to be in the drive-thru, following a U-shape drive on and off the property. Nugent’s worried that cars will back up traffic waiting to enter the drive-

thru, as already occurs with the car wash next door. “If you start blocking one or two of the lanes on Connecticut Avenue with commuters trying to get past, that’s a very significant impact,” Nugent said. “And if you have 5,000 people walking along that sidewalk and you have 100 cars trying to get across to buy the chicken sandwich, that’s a hazard.” The commission will consider a public space application for a side-walk cafe and a double-width drive-thru at its Nov. 17 meeting. The Burger King already has a smaller drive-thru, and Nugent said it hasn’t been a problem, though he expects the Chick-fil-A to be more popular. Morrow said she couldn’t com-ment specifically on the drive-thru issue but wrote that “our dialogue with the community will continue.”

RESTAURANTS: Chick-fil-A eyes Tenley, Van NessFrom Page 1

tors with the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs were quickly summoned. Preservation officials “were conferring at the highest levels of DCRA so that safety concerns ... were being evaluated along with the historic importance of preserv-ing the house,” said MacWood, whose single-member district includes 3515 Woodley. With sign-off from the preservation office, the regula-tory affairs agency issued an emergency raze permit once the extent of damage became clear, according to department spokesperson Matt Orlins. While Orlins cautioned that his agency isn’t making a judgment about why the house broke apart, he said workers at some point cut a joist without a permit, which “compromised the structure.” Orlins said the regulatory affairs department hasn’t issued a notice of infraction at the property and doesn’t comment on pending legal action, but working outside

the scope of a permit can carry a $2,000 fine. “There were permits there for interior demolition and the building permits, but neither of those permits covered removing the floor joist,” Orlins said. MacWood said she accepts that the home couldn’t be saved, but laments the loss of “a very solid, attractive house that complemented the rest of the block.” “I think a lot of people take this quite personally,” MacWood said. “We work so hard to preserve the his-toric district. … So to have something like this happen that was totally unnecessary, should not have happened, it makes you both angry and sad.” The replacement house will require approvals from the Historic Preservation Review Board, and MacWood said she’s confident the project team will keep the com-munity in the loop throughout planning and construction. “We’re committed to making it correct and making it into a great house in Cleveland Park again,” said archi-tect Cunningham, who emphasized that his firm was not involved with the construction contractor.

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Thursday, Nov. 12 The Ward 4 Education Alliance will discuss food services at its monthly meet-ing at 6 p.m. at Powell Elementary School, 1350 Upshur St. NW.■ The D.C. Department of Transportation will hold a public meeting on the Klingle Valley Trail Project to present schedule updates and information regarding upcom-ing stream restoration work on Klingle Creek. The meeting will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Cleveland Park Library, 3310 Connecticut Ave. NW.■ The D.C. Branch of the NAACP will host Metropolitan Police Department Chief Cathy Lanier at the group’s general meeting at 7 p.m. at the NAACP Financial Freedom Center, 1816 12th St. NW.■ The D.C. League of Women Voters will hold an evening discussion group on “Money in Politics” from 7 to 9 p.m. at Petworth Library, 4200 Kansas Ave. NW. The agenda will include the First Amendment’s role in recent Supreme Court deci-sions, the pros and cons of limiting campaign finance, and policy options for con-trolling spending. Reservations are requested at [email protected]. Saturday, Nov. 14 The D.C. League of Women Voters will hold a weekend discussion group on “Money in Politics” from 10 a.m. to noon at the group’s new offices, 1101 15th St. NW. Reservations are requested at [email protected]. Monday, Nov. 16 Douglas Development will host a community meeting on the mixed-use Geor-gia Eastern project, which will include a Harris Teeter store. Discussion will include the project status and schedule; public benefits; traffic, parking and loading issues; and design updates. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. in Suite D-1 at 7838 Georgia Ave. NW.■ Ward 3 advisory neighborhood commissioners will host a public forum with Ward 3 D.C. Council member Mary Cheh to discuss the settlement agreement in the proposed Pepco-Exelon merger. The forum will begin at 7 p.m. in the Assem-bly Hall at Forest Hills of DC, 4901 Connecticut Ave. NW. Tuesday, Nov. 17 The D.C. Public Service Commission will hold a public hearing on the pro-posed Pepco-Exelon merger and the D.C. government’s settlement agreement. The hearing will begin at 10 a.m. in the commission’s hearing room in Suite 800 at 1325 G St. NW. To testify, contact [email protected].■ The Chevy Chase Citizens Association will hold its regular meeting, which will include an illustrated talk by Historic Chevy Chase DC president Carl Lankowski on the neighborhood’s early history and his newly completed research into the demographics of the first full generation of Chevy Chase residents based on the 1940 census. The meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. at the Chevy Chase Community Center, 5601 Connecticut Ave. NW. Wednesday, Nov. 18 The D.C. League of Women Voters will hold a morning discussion group on “Money in Politics” from 10 a.m. to noon at a residence in Shepherd Park. To obtain directions, RSVP at [email protected].■ The D.C. Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department will hold an Engine Co. 22 groundbreaking ceremony from 11 a.m. to noon at Georgia Avenue and Butternut Street NW. Thursday, Nov. 19 The Ward 3-Wilson Feeder Education Network will host a talk by Soumya Bhat of the DC Fiscal Policy Institute on the D.C. Public Schools budget process. The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. at the Cleveland Park Library, 3310 Connecticut Ave. NW. Saturday, Nov. 21 The Ward 2 Education Network will meet from 10:30 a.m. to noon at Hyde-Addison Elementary School, 3219 O St. NW. Guest speakers will include at-large D.C. Council member David Grosso, chair of the Education Committee; Joyanna Smith, the ombudsman for public education; and Faith Gibson Hubbard, the chief student advocate. Reservations are requested at [email protected].

The week ahead

By MARK LIEBERMANCurrent Staff Writer

St. Luke’s Mission Center won’t be home to a hypothermia shelter this winter, leaving community leaders wondering how homeless men in the area will find warmth within a rea-sonable distance.

The Glover Park advisory neighborhood commission will consider a resolution Thurs-day urging city officials including the D.C. Department of Human Services to prioritize finding a new home nearby for a hypothermia shelter. If the city doesn’t locate one, Ward 3 will be without a hypothermia shelter for the upcoming winter; the closest one for male

homeless residents in need is in Columbia Heights.

Independent of the city, St. Luke’s runs a year-round homeless shelter for seven men out of its location at 3655 Calvert St. NW, and its parent congregation, Metropolitan Memorial United Methodist Church, operates a shelter for women at 3401 Nebraska Ave. NW. For the last 10 winters, the center has also provided space for a city-funded hypothermia shelter for men, operated by the Department of Human Services, which opens once the actual or fore-casted temperatures falls below 32 degrees Fahrenheit, according to the D.C. Code.

The hypothermia shelter in Glover Park has served as a respite for up to 30 homeless men

at a time in need of warmth overnight, accord-ing to St. Luke’s senior pastor Charles Parker. But this past May, Parker said, the center asked the city to seek new locations for the winter shelter.

Due to space constraints caused by its lay-out, the St. Luke’s building has always been an awkward fit for the hypothermia shelter, Park-er said. The bathrooms are too far from the sleeping quarters, and there aren’t enough of them to serve the several groups of homeless people and other staffers using the space, he said.

Security has also been an issue, Parker said, with the layout contributing to difficulties in moving residents between their beds and the

bathrooms, presenting safety issues among homeless residents and for other people in the building. Nearby residents to St. Luke’s have also expressed safety concerns.

A June murder of a homeless man outside the St. Luke’s center did not play a role in the decision to relocate the hypothermia shelter, Parker said.

The pastor said the clock is ticking on find-ing a new shelter — and the longer the wait, the more inconvenient and life-threatening conditions will become for men living on the street.

A representative from the D.C. Department of Human Services did not respond to requests for comment.

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This is a listing of reports taken from Nov. 2 through 8 in local police service areas.

PSA 102

Robbery■ 9th and G streets; 8:43 p.m. Nov. 6.

Assault with a dangerous weapon■ 500-599 block, Indiana Ave.; 4:19 p.m. Nov. 3.

Burglary■ 700-799 block, 7th St.; 8:12 a.m. Nov. 4.

Theft■ 600-699 block, Indiana Ave.; 2:40 p.m. Nov. 3.■ 700-770 block, 5th St.; 6:30 p.m. Nov. 4.■ 400-497 block, L St.; 12:50 a.m. Nov. 6.■ 600-699 block, I St.; 2:40 a.m. Nov. 6.■ 700-799 block, 7th St.; 1:15 p.m. Nov. 7.

Theft from auto■ 700-799 block, 7th St.; 4 p.m. Nov. 3.■ 500-599 block, I St.; 4:15 a.m. Nov. 4.■ 700-770 block, 5th St.; 7:30 a.m. Nov. 4.■ 1000-1099 block, 4th St.; 6:30 p.m. Nov. 5.■ 4th and L streets; 11 p.m. Nov. 5.■ 400-499 block, 7th St.; 6:27 p.m. Nov. 6.■ K and 4th streets; 10:39 a.m. Nov. 7.■ 900-999 block, 4th St.; 1 p.m. Nov. 8.

PSA 201

Motor vehicle theft■ 3300-3399 block, Stephen-son Place; 3 p.m. Nov. 7.

Theft■ 5600-5628 block, Connecti-cut Ave.; 9:20 a.m. Nov. 4.

Theft from auto■ 3021-3099 block, Military Road; 10 p.m. Nov. 6.

PSA 202

Theft■ 5300-5399 block, Wisconsin Ave.; 5 p.m. Nov. 2.■ 4516-4599 block, 44th St.; 12:45 p.m. Nov. 3.■ 4400-4499 block, Alton Place; 3:30 p.m. Nov. 3.■ 4800-4809 block, Belt Road; 3:50 p.m. Nov. 3.■ 4300-4326 block, Wisconsin Ave.; 4:30 p.m. Nov. 3.■ 4500-4599 block, Ellicott St.; 11 p.m. Nov. 4.■ 4210-4299 block, 39th St.; 6:45 p.m. Nov. 5.■ 5300-5399 block, Wisconsin Ave.; 4:23 p.m. Nov. 7.■ 4500-4537 block, Wisconsin Ave.; 2:15 p.m. Nov. 8.

Theft from auto■ 4100-4199 block, 42nd St.; 10 a.m. Nov. 2.■ Davenport Street and Belt Road; 11:58 a.m. Nov. 3.■ 5226-5299 block, 42nd St.; 4:40 p.m. Nov. 7.

PSA 203

Motor vehicle theft■ 4200-4399 block, Connecticut Ave.; 2 p.m. Nov. 8.

Theft■ 3700-3899 block, Wisconsin Ave.; 12:30 p.m. Nov. 7.■ 5000-5099 block, Connecti-cut Ave.; 7 p.m. Nov. 7.

Theft from auto■ 4400-4499 block, Connecti-cut Ave.; 3:41 a.m. Nov. 8.

PSA 205

Theft■ 4400-4499 block, Massa-chusetts Ave.; 11:50 a.m. Nov. 5.■ 2200-2413 block, Foxhall Road; 5:58 p.m. Nov. 5.

Theft from auto■ 4619-4699 block, Kenmore Drive; 4 p.m. Nov. 2.

PSA 401

Theft■ 100-199 block, Carroll St.; 2:13 p.m. Nov. 5.

Theft from auto■ 6729-6899 block, Eastern Ave.; 2 p.m. Nov. 5.■ 800-899 block, Dahlia St.; 9:45 p.m. Nov. 5.

PSA 402

Robbery■ 6100-6199 block, 14th St.; 9:54 p.m. Nov. 4 (with gun).

Burglary■ 1328-1399 block, Peabody St.; 6:30 a.m. Nov. 2.■ 6418-6499 block, 13th St.; 8 a.m. Nov. 6.

Theft■ 800-899 block, Tewkesbury Place; 11 a.m. Nov. 2.■ 5900-5999 block, Georgia Ave.; 4:25 p.m. Nov. 2.■ 1410-1599 block, Underwood St.; 5:23 p.m. Nov. 3.■ 5900-5999 block, Georgia Ave.; 12:05 p.m. Nov. 4.■ 9th and Rittenhouse streets; 3:40 p.m. Nov. 5.■ 400-499 block, Van Buren St.; 3:40 p.m. Nov. 6.■ 6400-6499 block, Luzon Ave.; 2:25 a.m. Nov. 7.■ 6200-6299 block, Georgia Ave.; 6 p.m. Nov. 8.

Theft from auto■ 1401-1599 block, Somerset Place; 11 a.m. Nov. 2.■ 5900-5913 block, 13th St.; 8:30 p.m. Nov. 2.

PSA 403

Robbery■ 5200-5299 block, 8th St.; 11:10 a.m. Nov. 2 (with gun).

Burglary■ 5300-5399 block, Georgia Ave.; 5 p.m. Nov. 2.■ 5600-5699 block, 13th St.;

12:30 p.m. Nov. 4.■ 5300-5399 block, Illinois Ave.; 11 p.m. Nov. 5.

Motor vehicle theft■ 1300-1399 block, Hamilton St.; 9:30 p.m. Nov. 5.■ 1200-1299 block, Ingraham St.; 6 p.m. Nov. 7.

PSA 404

Robbery■ 3900-3999 block, Kansas Ave.; 12:15 p.m. Nov. 4.■ 1100-1199 block, Allison St.; 6:10 p.m. Nov. 6.

Theft■ 4310-4399 block, 14th St.; 3:30 p.m. Nov. 3.■ 3700-3799 block, Georgia Ave.; 8:35 p.m. Nov. 5.■ 4311-4399 block, Arkansas Ave.; 11 p.m. Nov. 6.■ 3900-3999 block, Kansas Ave.; 5 p.m. Nov. 7.

Theft from auto■ 4900-4999 block, 13th St.; 10:30 p.m. Nov. 4.■ 828-899 block, Quincy St.; 5:30 p.m. Nov. 5.■ 4300-4399 block, 16th St.; 8:55 a.m. Nov. 6.■ 3700-3799 block, 9th St.; 2:35 p.m. Nov. 8.

PSA 407

Robbery■ 5000-5099 block, 8th St.; 1:25 p.m. Nov. 2.

Burglary■ 4600-4699 block, 4th St.; 8:30 a.m. Nov. 3.■ 700-799 block, Webster St.; 2:20 p.m. Nov. 3.

Motor vehicle theft■ 5000-5099 block, 7th St.; 8 p.m. Nov. 5.

Theft■ 4200-4299 block, 9th St.; 1:55 p.m. Nov. 6.

Theft from auto■ 5000-5099 block, New Hampshire Ave.; 9:09 a.m. Nov. 2.

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Mayor visits China to highlight investment D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and Beijing Mayor Wang Anshun met Monday in the Asian capital, where they discussed Chinese investment opportunities in D.C. and renewed a “sister city” agreement. “It was an honor to meet with Mayor Wang Anshun as we look to grow our cities’ economies and strengthen our partnership,” Bowser says in a news release. “Our delega-tion made it clear to Beijing that the District is open for business and now is the best time for them to invest in the nation’s capital. The extension of the Sister City agree-ment will also build on our shared priorities — arts and culture, tech-nology, education, and tourism.” Beijing is the first of two major stops for Bowser and her delegation to China, which is traveling through Nov. 14 “as part of an effort to attract more direct foreign invest-ment in the District, generate local jobs, expand trade, and market D.C. as a primary destination to China,” the release states.

Metro debuts new buses on 16th Street Five brand-new 60-foot buses started rolling yesterday on the 16th Street NW corridor, as part of the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority’s plans to unveil nearly 300 new buses throughout the District over the next year. The roomier accordion-style buses on 16th Street offer benefits that include greater capacity and reliability, improved fuel efficiency and security features, and more comfortable seating, according to a news release. The fleet arrives as the city’s Transportation Department studies a number of traffic improvements for the congested corridor, such as a potential bus-only lane and transit-signal priority for buses. In total, Metro plans to introduce

21 of the new “articulated” longer buses along not only 16th Street’s S Line but also 14th Street’s 50 Line and Georgia Avenue’s 70 Line. Combined, these three routes carry over 50,000 riders each weekday. In addition, Metro plans to put 274 new standard buses in service on lines throughout the city, replac-ing vehicles that are reaching the end of their 12-year lifespan, according to the transit authority.

GU shuttle routes move to Canal Road Starting Monday, the George-town University Transportation Shuttle (GUTS) began using the new McDonough Bus Turnaround as the campus drop-off and pickup location for four out of five routes. The bus takes students, faculty, staff and others to Arlington, Dupont Circle, Glover Park, Ross-lyn, the school’s Law Center and the U.S. House of Representatives.

All but the route to Glover Park (called the Wisconsin Avenue route) now enter and exit campus via Canal Road NW to access the new turnaround in the parking lot of the McDonough Gymnasium.

Correction An Oct. 14 article on Mayor

Muriel Bowser’s proposed budget adjustments mischaracterized the status of the Friends of Lafayette Park. The article stated that the group “lost a bruising battle to be recognized as the site’s official part-ner with the city.” Rather, following heated debate, the Chevy Chase advisory neighborhood commission

agreed in July to support the group’s effort upon receipt of a for-mal application, which the group intends to submit in the future. The Current regrets the error. As a matter of policy, The Cur-rent corrects all errors of substance. To report an error, call the manag-ing editor at 202-567-2011.

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Checks and balances On Friday, D.C. Attorney General Karl Racine told Kojo Nnamdi on the WAMU radio host’s weekly “Politics Hour” that his office is working on campaign finance reform in response to an outcry over the pro-Mayor Muriel Bowser FreshPAC. Organizers told The Washington Post and WAMU yesterday that they would be shutting down the political action committee, saying it had become too much of a distraction. But we hope that the reported decision to disband will not prevent efforts to tighten D.C. campaign finance laws. The new political action committee has been taking advantage of what opponents call a legal “loophole” that allows unlimited dona-tions during non-election years. FreshPAC had already raised over $300,000 and was aiming for $1 million, with many of the contribu-tions thus far coming from developers likely hoping to form relation-ships with the city. The PAC’s leader had said the funds would be used in part to support Ms. Bowser’s goals, including by aiding legis-lators aligned with the mayor during next year’s elections. Mr. Racine said his office has been “deluged” with concerns about the PAC, from citizens worried about the “return of flagrant pay-to-play politics.” And thus, he said, his staff is working on reform that will “eliminate pay-to-play” by banning political donations from con-tractors doing or seeking to do business with the District. We welcome his effort to halt this problematic practice in city poli-tics. And not incidentally, we think this sort of check and balance is a notable benefit of having an independently elected attorney general in office. We hope Mr. Racine will explore whether employees and spouses of such contractors could be limited in their donations as well. A complete restriction might not pass legal muster, but officials should examine whether there’s a way to stop those affiliated with would-be contractors from simply making the donations in their stead. D.C. residents are sick and tired of seeing deals go to the highest political bidder. We commend the decision to disband FreshPAC — which is doing serious harm to Mayor Bowser’s otherwise very strong reputation. We also hope that she and the D.C. Council will support Mr. Racine’s effort to put a legal end to these unsavory deal-ings.

A valuable addition Hardy Middle School students can currently choose between Spanish and Italian for their second language of study. Starting next fall, they’ll have Chinese as an option as well. The opportunity comes thanks to the support of the Confucius Institute at George Mason University. Hardy applied last spring to take part in the organization’s Confucius Classroom program and, to principal Patricia Pride’s surprise, was quickly accepted. The univer-sity will provide up to $50,000 for start-up and operation costs, while Hardy will secure its own teacher, likely from a volunteer program in China. Ms. Pride says the Georgetown school will offer three sections of first-year Chinese starting next fall, providing space for 40 to 60 stu-dents. She expects the program to grow to serve as many as 135 chil-dren each year in the future. Along with language instruction, Hardy will also teach students about Chinese customs and work with both elementary feeder schools and Wilson High School to develop a broader educational effort. The principal also plans to send several teachers to China to learn more about the country. We think the offering is a boon for Hardy’s present and future stu-dents, as well as for the school itself, whose reputation can only grow with increased academic offerings. The result might even be more in-boundary parents sending their children to their local program, which would boost the school even further. Congratulations to Hardy on the achievement, and best of luck to next year’s new Chinese scholars.

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Mayor Muriel Bowser is in China on an offi-cial trade mission until Saturday.

Given the enormous international investment in the city, it’s a smart trip to take. China has investment dollars, and the District is one of the hottest real estate markets in the nation, if not the world.

The mayor’s office noted in a release Monday that Mayor Bowser had met with Beijing Mayor Wang Anshun to discuss devel-opment opportunities and closer ties. The elab-orate arch in Chinatown was the result of a China trip that former Mayor Marion Barry took many years ago.

Mayor Bowser has made clear she will make eco-nomic development — in all eight wards — a priori-ty of her administration. The mayor is right to spread the word that the District is open for business.

But more than a few people — including some of her close supporters — worry Bowser has taken on some excess baggage that may weigh down her whole administration and her reputation as a fresh voice in the mayor’s office.

The China trip shows how the recently disclosed FreshPAC supporting the mayor already is affecting coverage of her activities. Some of the delegation members with her in China are private developers who have paid large sums into FreshPAC.

Even though its organizers told The Washington Post’s editorial board and WAMU 88.5’s Patrick Madden late Tuesday that FreshPAC was being dis-banded because it had become “too much of a dis-traction for the mayor,” some of the questions may loom.

FreshPAC is the independent political action com-mittee created by Bowser’s political allies. Though legal, it’s caused a lot of criticism among both Bows-er’s critics and, more importantly, some of her stron-gest supporters like the editorial page of The Wash-ington Post. The Post twice called on her to shut it down.

Whether FreshPAC was a mistake or not, the risk was that virtually everything Bowser did in the lucra-tive economic development field would be seen through the prism of the committee.

“I think the whole issue of FreshPAC relates to the question of pay-to-play politics,” said indepen-dent D.C. Attorney General Karl Racine, speaking to NBC4 last week. “I think it’s clear that D.C. residents don’t even want to have the appearance of pay-to-play.’’

On the WAMU Politics Hour Friday, he was more blunt, calling it “the return of flagrant pay-to-play politics in the District of Columbia” and saying peo-ple “want that day to be past.”

Prior to Tuesday’s reports, the mayor had been vigorously pushing back. She says she has never done anything unethical and never will. She has pri-

vately dismissed Racine’s criticism as that of a poten-tial political opponent.

However, as the FreshPAC story continued to unfold, the entanglements were building barnacles.

Madden reported that City Administrator Rashad Young bought his home from Ben Soto, the head of FreshPAC, and that EagleBank, where Soto is on the board of directors, wrote two mortgages for Young’s purchase. Young told WAMU that the city’s ethics

board approved the arrangement but cau-tioned him to distance himself from Soto’s extensive business inter-ests.

So already, Young, the widely respected city administrator who touches all aspects of official city business, was hemmed in by FreshPAC.

Other appointees of the mayor aggressively sought donations for FreshPAC. When and how they raised the money — and what they said in aggres-sively soliciting it — remain questions.

Another example is the pending Pepco-Exelon merger. It is one the most high-stakes issues facing the city right now. But Pepco, Exelon and FreshPAC itself all have declined to say whether FreshPAC asked the utility giants for contributions while the mayor’s administration was negotiating the recently revised deal that allowed her to support the merger. Pepco and Exelon, sources say, properly refused to donate to FreshPAC during this time, but the circum-stances of the alleged ask haven’t been disclosed.

Racine said he sees this as a reasonable line of inquiry. “I can certainly understand that question and I do think the public has the right to understand whether such a request was made,” he said on the Politics Hour. “And this is what causes the problem with pay-to-play politics.”

Again, the mayor told NBC4 she is unaware of any FreshPAC dealings with Pepco or Exelon — if any — and she defended her personal integrity and said she wouldn’t do anything to undermine that.

But as The Post’s Colby King recently suggested in an opinion column, the real question may be: What is being done in her name by her associates?■ Know your history this week. The 42nd annual Conference on D.C. Historical Studies begins Thurs-day and runs for four days.

The opening lecture by Pulitzer-winning author and Columbia University professor Eric Foner will be at 6 p.m. Thursday at the National Archives. Other events will be at the Carnegie Library, 801 K St. NW.

The conference includes sessions on the roots of multicultural Washington, social upheavals following World War II, slavery and freedom, the rise of LGBT issues and the city’s music scene. Check out the web-site: dchistory.org/conference. (And thanks to Jane Freundel Levey for alerting us to the varied agenda.) Tom Sherwood, a Southwest resident, is a politi-cal reporter for News 4.

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PARCC scores show success of bASIS Our BASIS DC families and prospective families across the city are rightfully proud of the high BASIS DC scores on the lat-est Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (PARCC) tests. I am proud, too, because the commitment that BASIS DC made to the city is slowly being fulfilled. What is that commitment? It is to be a key part of the movement in D.C. to give all local children

the chance to study hard in a free public school program that will utterly transform their opportuni-ties and choices in the future. Promises in the education world are a debased currency. Why can you take the promise of BASIS DC to the bank? Look at our record: Our high schools begin slowly, and they begin small. Tucson’s first high school graduating class had 12 students in 2005. In 2008 it was ranked the No. 1 school in America. We offer D.C. children a sim-ple, straightforward bargain. Our learning culture has proved itself to be among the most academical-ly successful and ambitious in the world. Come to us and take own-

ership of your education. You will work extremely hard and you will learn to feel pride in your accom-plishments. You will face chal-lenges, and while teachers, parents and guardians will support you, overcoming the challenges will be, in the end, your responsibility. As in adult life, so in school: as Wordsworth wrote, “The Child is father of the Man.” We do not select; neither do we place a cap on ability and ambition. Such a learning culture is something to be prized as one of the educational opportunities available free to the students and parents of Washington, D.C.

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GroupMe app worked well for Georgetown The Georgetowner and The Washington Post social justice reporters grossly distorted the real story of shoplifting in Georgetown. (The Current’s first article, in con-trast, was fair.) Operating with a strong tinge of reverse bias, both slandered the name of the good and decent merchants of Georgetown for using the GroupMe text-mes-saging app to “racially profile blacks.” (Full disclosure: I devel-oped Georgetown’s alert program utilizing GroupMe.) Even the Post’s headline betrayed a reverse bigotry: “The secret surveillance of ‘suspi-cious’ blacks in one of the nation’s poshest neighborhoods.” The first paragraph went on to describe

Georgetown as an “overwhelmingly white, wealthy neighborhood.” The Georgetowner’s headline, “Critics Claim Racial Bias in Georgetown Digital Crime Prevention,” is also the kind of “wife beating” statement an attorney would get thrown out of court for making. It seems that the overwhelming majority of shoplifters identified in the apps were black. Yet it’s impor-tant to recognize that 94 percent of those arrested in Georgetown for shoplifting or theft (probable cause required) were black. The fact is that Georgetown merchants have been under siege for years by an overwhelming cadre of shoplifters, mostly black youths. Merchants welcomed the app. Police welcomed the app. Criminals hated it. Of the 3,000 posts reviewed by the Georgetown Business Improve-ment District since the app’s incep-tion in early 2014, seven to 14 posts

used agitated, not racist, language to describe shoplifters, a great deal of whom were repeat offenders. Some of these repeat criminals, bearing bundles of clothes and heading swiftly to a store’s exit, spit in the face of complaining clerks or cussed out police upon arrest, chid-ing, “You know we’ll be back tomorrow.” The reason for developing the app was straightforward. Said John Wiebenson of the Georgetown BID: “We were looking for ways to share information as quickly as possible. And nothing was quicker than the GroupMe application, a valuable tool in preventing shoplifting.” The Metropolitan Police Depart-ment provided statistics that showed theft down 10 percent and crime overall down 7.5 percent compared with year-to-date figures within the BID’s jurisdiction from last year.

Edward “Chip” DentGeorgetown

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LetteRS to the eDItoRThe Current publishes letters and Viewpoint submissions representing various points of view. Because of space limitations, letters should be no more than 400 words and are subject to editing. Letters and Viewpoint submissions intended for publication may be sent to [email protected]. The mailing address is Letters to the Editor, The Current, Post Office Box 40400, Washington, D.C. 20016-0400.

As head of school at Georgetown Day School, I have spent the past 16 months working with families and staff, Tenleytown community

members and a number of advisers to help shape what is certainly the most significant building project in our school’s history. GDS believes deeply in community engagement. Throughout this process, I have been grateful for the opportunity to engage a broad range of constituencies and to hear many different views and perspectives on all aspects of our plans. I look forward to a rich and continued dialogue as we strive to be the best neighbors that we can be and to realize an outstanding result for the community and the school. Six years ago when I came to GDS, the notion of unifying our two campuses while strengthening our mission seemed impossible. Through good fortune, thoughtful engagement with the community and much hard work, we stand on the threshold of a project that will do just that, while also bringing tangible benefits to Tenleytown, a community that we have come to love in our 30 years here. Last week, we filed our planned-unit development application with the Zoning Commission for two Ten-leytown sites — the former Martens car dealership on Wisconsin Avenue NW and the current Safeway site on Davenport Street NW. While this filing was an impor-tant step in the process, it is by no means the end. Our commitment to continued engagement with the neigh-borhood remains. Our filing is also an important marker for the school, as we move closer to achieving our project goals of unifying our school onto one campus, supporting the school’s financial sustainability, and improving our abil-ity to provide financial aid to deserving students. These goals are essential to Georgetown Day School’s mission and are consistent with our 70-year history. We were founded in 1945 when a group of cou-rageous black families and white families came togeth-er to create the first integrated school in D.C. They believed, as we believe today, that children learn more and learn best when they learn from others whose life experiences are different from their own. Our founding families created GDS to be a school where education

was inextricably tied to service and justice. Today, our pre-K-through-12th-grade curriculum reflects that founding principle, and our faculty, student and parent bodies are among the most diverse of any independent school in the country. In keeping with the school’s founding charge, we value socioeconomic diversity just as strongly as we value racial and reli-gious diversity. We currently provide more than $6 mil-lion per year in financial aid, which is the equivalent of 200 full scholarships. We have heard positive responses from the commu-nity regarding ways the former Martens site can add vibrancy to the neighborhood with new retail offerings (including a grocer, we hope) and residential opportuni-ties. Our students and faculty are also excited by these possibilities. What excites me most is our mission-driv-en need to generate revenue from this project to ensure that GDS can be available to students from the broadest possible range of economic backgrounds. We are mindful that with the addition of new stu-dents, residents and shoppers, traffic is a great concern to residents. We have crafted robust transportation man-agement plans for the school and the retail/residential buildings that have been directly informed by months of input from neighbors, community groups and our advisory neighborhood commissioners. They include investments by GDS on items such as school buses, enforceable and measurable commitments for our fami-lies regarding carpooling, and investments that will incentivize expanded use of Metro, walking and biking. We are committed to monitoring our impact on the community and meeting regularly with neighbors to solicit feedback. We will continue to work with the D.C. Department of Transportation, our close-in neigh-bors and the broader community to further strengthen those plans. We are very excited about the future of GDS and the future of this part of Tenleytown. We are proud of our community engagement throughout this process, and we believe that input from the community has helped shape a strong planned-unit development proposal. I want to thank the hundreds of neighbors who have engaged with GDS on this process so far. We anticipate a public hearing before the Zoning Commission some-time this spring. In the coming months, we look for-ward to continuing our dialogue with the community. Russell Shaw is head of school at Georgetown Day School.

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Eaton Elementary Last week the entire Eaton fifth grade went on an awesome two-night trip to Camp Fraser near Great Falls National Park in Virgin-ia. When we arrived we picked our bunks, ate lunch and met the Fraser counselors. Afterward, we broke up into groups for a variety of fun and challenging activities about team-work, nature and wildlife. For example, during the low ropes course we worked together to swing on a rope and cross a mud patch that we pretended to be hot lava. We also did rock climbing. One by one we climbed up a 32-foot-tall rock wall, touched the top and belayed down. Our favorite activi-ties were looking for invertebrates in a creek and playing a fun game learning about invasive species. The best part of all was the Fras-er Festival, which was really a tal-ent show that included skits, songs and drawings. Every team had to include at least 10 terms learned during our visit in their performanc-es and they were funny but also educational. Everyone was very supportive of each other during this program. Some other highlights included the fall colors, hanging out in our bunks, talking with friends and s’mores galore by the fireplace!

— Amera Alsarhan, Nadia Blankenship, Lucy Bolduc, Sonja Kruecker-Green and

Sydney Swesnik, fifth-graders The Field School At Field last week, the cross-country teams participated in the

Potomac Valley Athletic Conference championships, with the girls varsi-ty taking fifth place and the boys securing second-place status. Among the standouts for the girls were senior Linda Catalan, who clocked a time of 25 minutes, 35 seconds in the 3-mile race, and junior Jaq Kende, who ran a 26:12.8. The boys’ leaders from Field were junior Ayinde Summey, with an 18:08 (and second place among individual boys!), and seniors Olek Yardas (19:48) and Miles Cohen (19:54).

— Aiden Dorf, eighth-grader Hearst Elementary Our second-grade class complet-ed The Marshmallow Sun Paper Project because we were working on learning about how plants grow and what they need to grow. We wanted to prove that sun and air are all around us, even though we can’t always see them. We learned from our experiment that plants need sun and air to grow. To complete this experiment, we put a marshmallow in a big plastic container and then we closed the lid of the container and we used a pump to pump air into the container. We observed that the marshmallow grew bigger because of the air being pumped in and we proved that air is all around us from our observations! To complete our Sun Paper Proj-ect, we took a piece of paper that is sensitive to the sun’s light. We then

took small materials and put them on the paper and we put the paper with the objects on top, in the sun-light. We left the paper there for two minutes, then we dipped the paper in water and we observed that the objects would leave a white impres-sion of their shape on the sun paper. From our observations, we proved that sunlight is all around us.

— Hearst Fantastic Rabbits second-grade class

Hyde-Addison Elementary This week in fifth-grade math, we are learning about the standard algorithm or the traditional method for multiplication. In reading, we are mainly studying informational texts or articles, such as about the oil spill near Cape Town, South Africa, that nearly wiped out the penguin population near there. In writing, we are just starting to do literature essays about a book of our choice. In social studies, we are studying the American Civil War and what caused it. In science, we are learning about something quite interesting and advanced. The proj-ect is called SeaPerch. Through the SeaPerch process, students will build their very own robot or a device that swims.

— Curran Getzinger, fifth-grader Janney Elementary Janney Elementary started a new after-school activity called the Jan-ney Garden Market. Ms. Young, a fourth- and fifth-grade science teacher, started the market with the help of Janney students and teach-ers, and the Tenley Meat Company. The market goes on every Thursday right after school (3:15 p.m.) on the mulch playground at Janney. It is open to the public. The market sells apples, jalapeno peppers, honey and other produce made from Janney, and even beef jerky! And even more fruits and vegetables that, even though they are not grown at Janney, are still just as good. The money that the garden market earns is given to the

Janney greenhouse. The Janney Garden Market is a great idea, and we encourage any school that doesn’t have something similar to have some sort of garden market.

— Albert Malhotra, fifth-grader Jewish Primary Day School of the Nation’s Capital Rabbi David Lau, the Chief Ash-kenazi Rabbi of Israel, came to the Jewish Primary Day School of the Nation’s Capital recently. He came to the U.S. to learn more about Jew-ish life in America, and while he was here, he visited JPDS-NC and spoke with the fourth-, fifth- and sixth-graders about his role in the Israeli community. Sixth-grader Rachel Zuckerman said, “It was cool, and we don’t normally get to do stuff like that. Everyone was super nervous because he was very important and we didn’t want to make a bad impression on him.” Ronit Greenstein, director of com-munications at JPDS-NC, said, “I was really impressed by the way he spoke with the students. The con-versation was warm, and the stu-dents seemed very engaged and comfortable asking questions and discussing what they have been learning at school.” Rabbi Lau came to Washington, D.C., and spent the Jewish Sabbath here. He contacted JPDS-NC to make a time to come and meet the students and staff. The school com-munity was extremely honored to have the chance to welcome the rabbi into their school. All in all, Rabbi Lau’s visit will be one for JPDS-NC to remember.

— Rebecca Gruber and Johanna Lane, sixth-graders

Lafayette Elementary ¡Saludos! ¡Hola! ¡Buenos dias! These Spanish greetings are something you might hear from one of Lafayette’s new Spanish teachers — Mr. Daniel Aguilera and Mr. Richard Foley — and Lafayette is embracing the language in a new way this year. It’s a required subject

now, rather than just an Enrichment Program. Here is a firsthand report on this new class. ¡Sólo sigue ley-endo! Just keep reading! Surprisingly, when I took a poll among kids, there were very mixed feelings about Spanish class. Out of 13 students (from different grades) asked, five liked it, three said it was OK and six disliked it. My theories about this negativity are that, let’s be honest, not all kids like school. Obviously, Spanish class is part of school. Also, learning a new lan-guage is hard! There is a whole world of strange-sounding words, and you have to learn a lot of them. This could be really frustrating for some people. For me personally, it’s a little hard, but still fun. But I noticed during the new class that, despite their claims, many students are engaged and having fun. The Spanish class workload is not that heavy. In the beginning of the year, students were given note-books. In these libros (books), stu-dents can write down new words, and recently we acquired textbooks. Fifth-grader Cole Ingram already knows many Spanish words, but finds the subject worthwhile. “Because, even though I already know a lot of Spanish, I’m still learning new things,” he said.

— Charlie Pomper, fifth grader Murch Elementary October has been a busy month at Murch! On Oct. 23, Murch fifth-graders headed up the street to Deal Middle School. Each fifth-grader got a sixth-grade “buddy” to follow for the morning to experience life as a sixth-grader at Deal. Isaias Esco-bar, one of the fifth-graders, said, “It was really cool to go to Deal and see what we will get to do next year in our classes.” On Oct. 24, the annual Murch Fall Fair was held. The traditional fair has been around for more than 30 years! The fall fair is a time when family and friends can have a good time going on rides, playing games, eating fun foods and enjoy-ing time together doing lots of activities. There was even a dunk-ing booth where kids could throw a ball and try to dunk someone in water. It was a cool day so that was probably a very chilly job! After an informal survey in one fifth-grade class, it was found that 17 out of 22 kids attended and loved the fair. “It’s the best school time of the year,” said fifth-grader Ella Gumbinner. We hope that next year’s fair is even better, but that will be hard to accomplish!

— Ana Reynolds-Collette and Genevieve Willens, fifth-graders

National Presbyterian School On Oct. 21, the sixth-graders at NPS visited the Heifer International Global Village for our service learn-ing project. We left NPS at 8:40 a.m. and left Heifer International at 2:45 p.m. The teachers that went were Mrs. Durbin, Ms. Peaks and

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Track runners are used to pristine conditions — dry pavement, clear paths and flat surfaces. But for those who do cross-country, the trek to the finish line can be an adventure. On Saturday at Fort Dupont, athletes raced under a heavy downpour, across slippery slopes and through a maze of shallow tree roots. For this year’s D.C. State Athletic Association champions, Taylor Knibb (Sidwell) and Tristan Colaizzi (Georgetown Day), the adverse con-ditions only added to their resolve to reach the finish line first. “It was a fun race,” said Colaizzi, who also tied for first in the DCSAA boys title race in 2013. “It was terri-ble weather, which makes it awe-some. It’s grit — that’s the sport, you have to be gritty. … That’s what’s crazy-stupid about cross-country runners.” Knibb shared Colaizzi’s enthusi-asm for the challenge. “This is true cross-country because I want the hardest condi-tions possible,” said Knibb. “I enjoy

the fact that I can look at the bigger picture and train in the hardest con-ditions possible so in the bigger races I’ll be well-prepared.” In the girls race, Knibb — who said she doesn’t have the fast-twitch muscles necessary to start a race well — began the uphill race slowly, but once the competitors reached the initial summit, she never trailed. She made it first to the finish with a time of 19 minutes and 32 seconds. It was Knibb’s second-straight DCSAA title win, and she continued the Quakers’ streak of having the fastest female runner in the field. Sidwell’s now-alumna Megan Wil-son won it in 2012 and 2013. While Knibb was the top indi-vidual runner, Georgetown Day’s girls team also captured the team crown with a score of 37. The Hop-pers had four runners in the top 10: Katherine Treanor in second, Abigail Doroshow in third, A’ishah Bakayo-ko in ninth and Mary Robison in 10th. Visitation’s team earned second with a score of 53 and three runners in the top 10: Brennan Dunne in sixth, Michaela Kirvan in seventh

and Cassia Torczon in eighth. Wilson’s girls team rounded out the top three scores with a mark of 65. The Tigers’ top runner was Arrington Peterson, who took fourth overall. On the boys side, Sidwell won the team award with a score of 21 and three top-10 finishers: Amal Mattoo in third, Samuel Blazes in fifth and Philip Wright in 10th. Georgetown Day’s boys took second with a score of 48, led by Colaizzi’s winning time of 17:12. The squad’s Jackson Todd took sec-ond, and Noah Kravitz earned eighth overall. “It was rough,” said Colaizzi. “I was sliding around and slipping everywhere, but that made it fun.” Wilson’s boys matched their girls with a third-place team performance. The Tigers scored 58 points and had three runners in the top 10: Aaron Coates in fourth, Drew Click in sixth and Queston Grannis in seventh. Private school runners will con-tinue their season Saturday when they head to Derwood, Md., for the Maryland and D.C. Private School Championships at 11 a.m.

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When St. Albans first unveiled its new field in September, several faculty members remi-nisced about historic Bulldogs victories that had been played on the old site. On Thursday, the St. Albans soccer team created the first championship moment on the new turf by rolling past Georgetown Prep 3-1 to capture the Interstate Athletic Conference title. “It’s really special to leave our mark on the new field,” said senior midfielder Chris Fleischer. The team lacked a home-field advantage last season, forced to battle D.C. traffic to get to practice and play all of its games away from campus while the school’s new outdoor athlet-ics facilities were under construction. But coming into Thursday’s IAC title game, St. Albans didn’t have to get on a bus or leave school early to trek elsewhere. The Bulldogs simply walked from classes to the pitch, because St. Albans’ 9-3 league record had earned the team home-field advantage for the championship contest. “The whole team was so hyped the whole day waiting for the game,” said Fleischer. “We were super excited. It’s the type of game I live for. Having my boys out here is no better feel-ing. The support was huge.” St. Albans fed off its fans’ support and quickly took control of the game by dominat-ing possession and taking several shots at the Little Hoyas’ goal. The Bulldogs broke through for the first score of the game when senior

forward Jabari Wilbon ripped a shot in just six minutes into play. The Bulldogs had several more good scor-ing opportunities, including a free kick deep in Prep’s territory, but couldn’t capitalize and had to settle for a 1-0 lead at halftime. And early in the second half, the Little Hoyas took control of the ball and knotted the game on a goal by James Lyons. But St. Albans got back on top when Nate Johnson found a loose ball in the box and drilled it into the cage to score the go-ahead goal midway through the second half. The Bulldogs added an insurance goal in the final minutes when Fleischer booted a cross in for a 3-1 lead. The score sent the St. Albans student section into a frenzied celebra-tion as time ticked off the clock. “Today showed the resiliency of the team and overcoming the adversity at times,” said St. Albans first-year coach Brian Schultz. For St. Albans’ seniors, winning the IAC brought their high school careers full circle, as the Bulldogs last won the league during the players’ freshman season on St. Albans’ old field. “Freshman year we won the regular season, the tournament and D.C.,” said Johnson. “At the end of the tournament the whole school rushed the field. It’s a great way to end senior year — by storming the field again.” The Bulldogs will wrap up their season this week in the D.C. State Athletic Association tournament, which St. Albans enters as the No. 2 overall seed. The DCSAA will crown a champion Saturday at Georgetown University, with the game starting at 7:30 p.m.

St. Albans captures the IAC title

Brian Kapur/The CurrentSt. Albans defeated IAC rival Georgetown Prep 3-1 to capture the Bulldogs’ first league soccer crown since 2012. St. Albans will now turn its attention to the DCSAA bracket where it will host Gonzaga on Thursday at 2:45 p.m.

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Brian Kapur/The CurrentSidwell’s Taylor Knibb, left, won the girls DCSAA cross-country race while Georgetown Day’s Tristan Colaizzi took the boys race on Saturday at Fort Dupont.


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As St. John’s went into its annual rivalry football game against Gon-zaga, the Cadets’ path to the Wash-ington Catholic Athletic Conference playoffs was simple — win and they’d be in, lose and a coin-flip tie-breaker would determine their fate. On Saturday, with the season on the line, the Cadets made sure to seize every opportunity, no matter how risky. Throughout their show-down with Gonzaga at Paint Branch High School in Maryland, they took a number of gambles, trying for fourth-down conversions and faking field goals. The Cadets’ all-in attitude helped them stay within one score of the consensus No. 1 team in the area. But with less than a minute to play, they faced a tough choice on fourth down from the one-yard line — go for a touchdown and the win, or kick a field goal and play for overtime. St. John’s pushed its chips to the center of the table, electing to hand the ball to freshman Joachim Bang-da. The running back plowed through the line and narrowly got the tip of the ball across the goal line to propel his team to a 21-17 win against Gonzaga and a spot in the playoffs after missing the tourna-ment last year. It was a fitting end for the Cadets, who continually ran the ball down the Eagles’ gullet. Sophomore quar-terback Maurice Bellan, who started instead of injured senior passer Talik Mann, had 143 yards. Bangda added 101 more yards on the ground in the win. St. John’s set the tone early in the game with a strong opening drive, which was capped off by a Bangda touchdown run for a 7-0 lead. But Gonzaga also showed why it was the top-ranked team in the area heading into the game. Junior run-ning back Tyree Randolph scored on a four-yard scamper, and sophomore

Jake Galli gave the Eagles another touchdown off a blocked St. John’s punt to take a 14-7 lead in the third quarter. St. John’s responded with a long drive to Gonzaga’s six-yard line. Then the Cadets offense stalled, and it seemed they’d settle for a field goal. But instead they took a risk, faking the kick and flipping the ball to sophomore D.J. Brown, who tied the game at 14 with a score. The Eagles faced a similar deci-sion in the final quarter when faced with a fourth down — take a field goal or gamble for a first down. They ended up choosing the kick and earning a 17-14 lead with five minutes to go. Another risky approach — the last-minute move with Bangda — ultimately paid off with a playoff spot. Both teams will begin the WCAC postseason on Saturday. Gonzaga will battle Good Counsel at noon at Byrd Stadium on the campus of the University of Maryland in College

Park. St. John’s will then play DeMatha at 4 p.m. at the same site.

Sidwell falls in de facto MAC title game Sidwell’s football team had an opportunity to repeat as Mid-Atlan-tic Conference champions on Satur-day but fell to Flint Hill 49-34 in the league’s de facto title game. Flint Hill built a 21-14 lead by halftime and then outscored the Quakers 14-0 in the third quarter to seize control of the game. Sidwell’s offense was led by senior quarterback Ted Hefter, who completed 26 passes for 392 yards and two touchdowns. Hefter also scored a rushing touchdown. His go-to target was junior wideout Dylan Greynolds, who had 15 catch-es for 291 yards and one touchdown. The Quakers’ season will contin-ue Saturday when the team battles KIPP in the opening round of the D.C. State Athletic Association foot-ball Class A tournament; kickoff is at 1 p.m. at Anacostia.

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DeMatha drops Gonzaga in WCAC final Gonzaga fell to DeMatha 2-1 in the Washington Catholic Athletic Conference boys soccer title game Saturday night at the Maryland Soccerplex in Boyds, Md. The Eagles jumped ahead of the Stags midway through the first half when Fawzi Beidas scored to take a 1-0 lead. But DeMatha answered with a goal moments later to tie the game by halftime. Gonzaga and DeMatha played a tightly contested second half until the Stags were awarded a penalty kick with six minutes to go and DeMatha’s Dolph Hegewisch buried the shot and the Eagles’ title hopes. Gonzaga will continue its season in this week’s DCSAA tournament, which wraps up at Georgetown University Saturday at 7:30 p.m.

Cathedral and Maret both fall in ISL volleyball tournament finals Maret and National Cathedral entered the Indepen-

dent School League’s upper- and lower-division vol-leyball tournaments as low seeds. But after securing some upset wins along the way, the Frogs reached the upper league’s finals to battle Flint Hill, the ISL’s three-time defending champions. In the Frogs’ championship match against the peren-nial powerhouse on Sunday, Flint Hill swept Maret by set scores of 25-5, 25-7 and 25-8. Despite the defeat, Maret’s season isn’t over. The Frogs made it into the D.C. State Athletic Association bracket, for which play began last night. The tourna-ment will wrap up Friday at Trinity Washington Uni-versity at 6:30 p.m. Meanwhile, in the ISL A championship game, Cathedral fell to Episcopal (the tournament hosts) in four sets — 25-13, 25-23, 21-25, 25-17.

— Brian Kapur

Correction In last week’s cross-country championship round-up, Wilson’s Mayim Lehrich’s name was misspelled. The Current regrets the error.

Sports Desk

Brian Kapur/The CurrentSt. John’s was rewarded for a fourth-down gamble when D.J. Brown scored on a fake field goal in the second half.

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NOVEMBER EVENTS

3rd • 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. DCOA’s informational table of resources and services geared toward area seniors will be available in the cafeteria at the U.S. Post Office located at 9201 Edgewood Dr. in Capitol Heights, Md. For more information, contact Alice A. Thompson at 202-535-1321.

3rd • 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Adas Senior Fellowship invites you to a Community Wellness & Informational Fair for resources and flu shots. This event will take place at 2850 Quebec St. NW. For more information, contact Alice A. Thompson at 202-535-1321.

4th • 9 a.m.Seabury Ward 5 is having an Advisory Council Meeting at 2900 Newton St. NE. For more information, call 202-529-8701

5th • 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Ward 4 Councilmember Brandon Todd will give the State of the Ward 4 Senior Address at Riggs-LaSalle Recreation Center, located at 501 Riggs Rd. NW. For more information, contact Alice A. Thompson at 202-535-1321.

5th • 6 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.DCOA’s informational table of resources and services geared toward area seniors will be available in Room 2800 at the

Curseen-Morris Postal Facility, located at 900 Brentwood Rd. NE. For more information, contact Alice A. Thompson at 202-535-1321.

5th to Dec. 17 • 4 to 6 p.m.Iona Senior Services invites you to “Take Charge of Your Aging 101” at 4124 Albemarle St. NW. In the six-week course, experts will explain meaning-ful choices in retirement, financial and estate planning, brain and memory fitness, emotional wellness, creative and long-term care housing options, and nutrition. The cost is $110, but scholarships may be available. For more information, contact Emily Lootens at [email protected] or 202-895-9420.

12th • 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.The D.C. Office of Disability Rights is hosting the 2015 Disability Aware-ness Exposition at Kennedy Recreation Center, located at 1401 7th St. NW. For more information, contact Kali Wasenko at [email protected] or 202-481-3880.

12th • 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.Safeway is hosting their Feast of Shar-ing, which provides a Thanksgiving meal for in-need families and residents. This event will take place at the Washington Convention Center, located at 801 Mt. Vernon Pl. NW. For more information, contact Alice A. Thompson at 202-535-1321.

13th • 10 a.m.MedStar presents a colon and rectal seminar and screening at the Seabury Resources for Aging’s Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired, located at 2900 Newton St. NE. For more information, call 202-529-8701.

14th • 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.Gethsemane Baptist Church Women’s Ministry is hosting a Community Health, Wellness & Informational Fair at 5119 4th St. NW. For more information, contact Alice A. Thompson at 202-535-1321.

17th • 6 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.DCOA’s informational table of resources and services geared toward area seniors will be available in the conference room in Bethesda-Westlake Postal Facil-ity, located at 10421 Motor City Dr., Bethesda, Md. For more information, contact Alice A. Thompson at 202-535-1321.

21st • 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.First Rising Mt. Zion Baptist Church is holding its 11th annual Community Fair & Pre-Thanksgiving Dinner. This event will take place at the Overlook, located at 602 N St. NW. For more information, contact Alice A. Thompson at 202-535-1321.

23rd • 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.The 2nd Annual Community Health, Wellness & Informational Fair will take place at the Model Cities Senior Well-ness Center, located at 1901 Evarts St. NE. For more information, contact Alice A. Thompson at 202-535-1321.

COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR

November is National Family Caregivers Month and Nation-al Alzheimer’s Disease Aware-ness Month. At the D.C. Office on Aging (DCOA) we value and appreciate the effort and time that all caregivers put into taking care of their loved ones. Their sacrifice, support, and love give seniors and per-sons living with disabilities the opportunity to age in their

own communities.According to the Caregiv-

ing Action Network, 95 mil-lion people, 39% of the U.S. population, provide care for a chronically ill, disabled, or aged family member or friend. The Alzheimer’s Association states more than 15 million are caregivers for individuals who suffer with Alzheimer’s or dementia.

We want to make sure you know about the many valuable services DCOA provides to not only seniors and persons 18-59 who are living with disabilities in the District of Columbia, but also to their caregivers. We know these services go a long way in helping residents remain in the community for as long as possible.

Interim Director’s MessageBrenda Donald, Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services, Interim Director, Office on Aging

Spotlight on Community LivingDISTRICT OF COLUMBIA OFFICE ON AGING NEWS

Wednesday, November 11, 2015 Serving D.C. residents who are age 18+ with a disability or age 60+ and their caregivers Vol 4, No 1

GOVERNMENT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA — MURIEL BOWSER, MAYOR

The D.C. Office on Aging’s Alzheimer’s Disease Initia-tive was launched in 2014 to expand supportive services for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia (ADRD) and their caregivers, and individuals with ADRD living alone. DCOA offers the fol-lowing programs:

MEMORY CARE PAGE

Check out DCOA’s Memo-ry Care Page for up-to-date information on resources and programs for individu-als with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia. You will find the District’s first ever Alzheimer’s State Plan, new pilot programs, and educational resources to as-sist you and your loved one experiencing dementia.

SATURDAY RESPITE

DCOA’s Saturday Respite Program gives a 4-hour break to caregivers of in-dividuals with Alzheimer’s disease related disorders, and people with dementia which includes adults with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities. Participants engage in interactive and stimulating activities with other participants and pro-gram volunteers.

CITYWIDE MONEY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM

Iona Senior Services Citywide Money Manage-ment Program provides skill building and representa-tive payee services to those living alone with ADRD. This program assists with maintaining participants’ placement in the commu-nity, reduces the need for nursing home placement, and minimizes the risk for financial exploitation.

CLUB MEMORY

DCOA continues to expand Sibley Memorial

Hospital’s “Club Memory” program across the city through DCOA’s six Senior Wellness Centers. Club Memory is a stigma-free social club for people with early-stage Alzheimer’s, Mild Cognitive Impairments or other forms of dementia, and their spouses, partners and caregivers.

BEHAVIORAL SYMPTOM MANAGEMENT TRAINING PROGRAM

DCOA hosts our Behav-ior Symptom Management Training Program through-out the year for professional and family caregivers. This program promotes under-standing of ADRD, how to navigate long-term care op-tions, and managing behav-ioral issues.

I also encourage each of you to inquire about other supportive services within our Senior Service Network. These include: Adult Day Health Centers, Flex Spend-ing/Respite Relief Program, case management services, and linkage to several in-home support services. For more informa-tion about these and other programs, please contact the DCOA Information Referral and Assistance unit at (202) 724-5626 or visit our website at www.dcoa.dc.gov.

Caregivers work tirelessly

to provide care for their loved ones day in and day out. We want to make their job a little bit easier by ensuring that they are armed with the tools to provide care and that they receive the necessary respite to keep themselves healthy too. During National Family Caregivers Month, I encour-age you to salute and thank the caregivers in your life. My hat goes off to each and every one of them!

ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE INITIATIVE

ANC 3ETenleytownAmerican University Park The commission will meet at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, in Tenleytown Room I at Embassy Suites Hotel, Chevy Chase Pavil-ion, 5335 Wisconsin Ave. NW. Agenda items include:■ announcements/open forum.■ police report.■ presentation of and possible vote on a grant request to support Tenley Winterfest 2015.■ discussion of and possible vote on a resolution regarding proposed bike lanes on 44th Street NW between Jenifer and Harrison streets and on 39th Street NW between Van Ness and Albemarle streets.■ discussion of and possible vote on a resolution regarding a Board of Zoning Adjustment application for a special exception at 4308 47th St. NW for relief from rear-yard and nonconforming-structure require-ments for a proposed addition.■ presentation by Valor Develop-ment regarding a proposed mixed-use development at the Superfresh site, 4330 48th St. NW.■ update by Georgetown Day School regarding plans for expanded school and mixed-use development on the Safeway and Martens lots.■ discussion of and possible vote on a letter to Georgetown Day School regarding the proposed mix of hous-ing units, including size and number of affordable units.■ discussion of and possible vote on a resolution regarding a D.C. Depart-ment of Transportation proposal to add Capital Bikeshare stations in 2016 at Jenifer Street and Wisconsin Avenue NW and at Massachusetts Avenue and 48th Street NW.

For details, visit anc3e.org. ANC 3FForest Hills The commission will meet at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, at For-est Hills of DC, 4901 Connecticut Ave. NW. For details, call 202-670-7262 or visit anc3f.us. ANC 3/4GChevy Chase The commission will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 14, at the Chevy Chase Community Center, Connecticut Avenue and McKin-ley Street NW. For details, call 202-363-5803, email [email protected] or visit anc3g.org. ANC 4AColonial VillageShepherd ParkCrestwood At the commission’s Nov. 3 meeting:■ commissioners voted 3-1 with two abstentions to grant $3,000 to East Rock Creek Village to help support a senior village for the upper portions of Ward 4. The village, which helps seniors age in place, has 104 mem-bers and is served by 100 volunteers. The $3,000 grant will be used to help do criminal background checks on volunteers and confirm that they have driver’s licenses. Commission chair Stephen Whatley pointed out that the com-mission had established a $500 max-imum for any grant and that the total grant budget is only $5,000 for the year. Commissioner Gale Black said

she could not participate as she had been on the group’s steering com-mittee. Commissioner Dave Wilson said it is a bad idea for one grant to comprise so much of the budget. The commission also voted 3-1 with two abstentions to amend the budget to allow the grant.■ commissioners voted unanimous-ly to support Eric Johnson’s plans to change the vacant four-unit building at 7300 Georgia Ave. NW to a sev-en-unit structure with four one-bed-room units and three two-bedrooms. Prices will be at market rates.■ Greer Gillis, deputy director of the D.C. Department of Transportation, reported that the department has started a “signal optimization” pro-gram to reset signal timing to maxi-mize traffic movement. The program started east of the Anacostia River and then moved to downtown. Next comes 16th Street NW. After tests, the program should be operational on 16th Street this coming spring.■ Metropolitan Police Dept. Lt. John McDonald said residents requesting speed cameras for their streets should contact the lieutenant in charge of the police service area. The commission will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 1, at the Fort Stevens Recreation Center, 1327 Van Buren St. NW. For details, call 202-450-6225 or visit anc4a.org. ANC 4CPetworth/16th Street Heights The commission will meet at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 9, in the lower-level community meet-ing room at the Petworth Library, 4200 Kansas Ave. NW. For details, call 202-723-6670 or visit anc4c.org.


In Your Neighborhood

Chevy Chase Citizens Association The area that our association represents has a long and rich history. Next week, you can hear and see a detailed look at how our area devel-oped from Carl Lankowski, president of the organization Historic Chase DC. He will give an illustrated talk next Tuesday evening titled “Chevy Chase DC: An Historical Profile.” Lankowski will discuss the early history of our community, draw-ing on fresh research into the 1940 census to provide a demographic profile of the first full generation of modern Chevy Chase D.C. His work is the initial portion of a larger study planned by the group, which includes residents “committed to preserving the distinctive character of our lovely, livable, century-old neighborhood.” One of the Historic Chevy Chase DC’s projects is a community profile, which Lankowski will outline. He’ll present a slide show of a concise survey of Chevy Chase D.C. from its beginnings to the present. Much demographic change has occurred since the 1940 census, but there is significant continuity as well. His presentation will demon-strate the balance of continuity and change. For more information about his group, visit historicchevychasedc.org. Please join us at the Chevy Chase Community Center, Connecticut Avenue and McKinley Street NW, at 7:30 p.m. next Tuesday, Nov. 17. We lost an important figure in our recent history last week with the death of Doris Louise Ingram at 85. Doris was president of our asso-ciation from 1992 to 1994, having served as secretary before that. She could often be seen in our neighborhood, “always well dressed and ready for a fashion show, and always with a proper hat,” said another of our former presidents, Evelyn Wrin. Chevy Chase D.C. resident Dodie Brady said Doris was “a signifi-cant woman in our neighborhood. In her earlier years she was involved in her church and in many community activities. She was gracious, fashionable, and had a genuine zest for living. She was extraordinary. This is a sad moment and the passing of an era.” Her husband, Reginald Ingram, a brigadier general in the U.S. Air Force, died in 2010. She is survived by sons, Scott and Reginald Jr.

— Ted Gest

Shepherd Park Citizens Association Douglas Development will hold another community meeting regarding the Harris Teeter proposal for a site at Eastern and Georgia avenues NW at 7 p.m. Nov. 16 at the site. Updates and changes sug-gested at the last meeting will be presented, and there will be time for questions, answers and new suggestions. There continue to be mixed feelings in the neighborhood over traf-fic, density and services regarding the mixed-use project. Recently a number of neighbors have raised positives regarding the type of ser-vices Harris Teeter offers and the convenience of being able to walk to a quality, full-service supermarket. There is also the diversity offered by the planned rental apartments, which offer more economical living situations for either older neighbors who want to downsize or younger people who can’t yet afford the single-family homes that make up most of the housing in Shepherd Park. There are traffic concerns that need to be addressed by Douglas Development as well as another group proposing new apartments along upper Georgia just south of Alaska Avenue in an area once housing small businesses. Also, a library update: The Juanita E. Thornton/Shepherd Park Library is closed for renovation. The Takoma Library at 4th and Cedar streets NW and the Silver Spring Library at Wayne Avenue and Fenton Street are available to serve residents. Remember that D.C. library books can be returned only to D.C. library branches.

— June Confer

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The owners of Unit 413 at 4200 Massachusetts Ave. NW are so committed to

their white color scheme that even

the books lining the living room’s built-in shelves are almost entirely ivory.

The mostly monochrome décor is hardly plain, though. The overall look is sleek and stylish, thanks in part to contrasts that keep things interesting — espresso-colored hardwood floors that stand out against the alabaster cool, for instance, and pops of stainless steel for shine. The trees outside contrib-ute too, showing up in every room thanks to the floor-to-ceiling win-dows and balcony doors that run the length of the condo.

The previous owners had been there since the Cathedral Heights building’s 1971 construction, and when the current residents moved in 40 years later, “everything was covered in patterned wallpaper, including the kitchen ceiling and closet shelves,” the couple said. They worked first with New York designer Lemeau Arrott-Watt and

then got help from local designer Darryl Carter. The resulting, fully updated property in The Foxhall, with two bedrooms and two baths, is on the market for $949,900.

The renovations included adding a pil-lar to demarcate a foyer at the entrance and opening up the second bedroom so it can serve as an exten-sion of the living room. Pocket doors mean it still works as a bedroom too, and it has ample closet space with built-ins.

The master bedroom is just slightly larger, but it also includes a spacious bathroom with a dual Kohler vanity, a Duravit soaking tub and a separate steam/rain shower that has a built-in bench. Like the unit’s second bath, this all-white space features marble tiles on the floor and in the shower. The suite also includes a custom walk-in closet and a wall of extra storage opposite, both with built-ins.

At the other end of the unit, next to the living room, is the mod-

ern kitchen — a sea of white lac-quer cabinets and Carrera marble countertops, set off by the dark hardwood floors. The appliances, made by Bosch and Jenn-Air, are stainless steel, and there’s a Ther-mador induction cooktop. A stacked Bosch washer/dryer is tucked into a closet, and another set of cabinetry reveals a pullout pantry. Finally, a breakfast bar sep-arates the kitchen from the living room.

The home’s balcony runs the entire length of the condo, bringing light and views to each room. Comprising about 400 square feet,

it has room for a dining table and a separate seating area.

Additional thoughtful touches in this home include custom recessed LED lighting and a built-in, three-zone Sonos sound system.

The Foxhall building, which is pet-friendly, includes 24-hour secu-rity and front desk, an indoor/out-door pool, sauna, sun deck, fitness facility, tennis courts and guest parking. It’s located within walking distance of both the Foxhall Square commercial strip and the new

Cathedral Commons development on Wisconsin Avenue.

Monthly fees for Unit 413 at 4200 Massachusetts Ave. NW, which comes with a garage parking space, cost $2,048, covering all utilities, basic cable and amenities. For more information on this two-bedroom, two-bath unit listed for $949,900, contact Gretch Koitz (301-442-8122; [email protected]) or Jason Koitz (202-679-1020; [email protected]) of the Koitz Group.

A Look at the Market in Northwest Washington November 11, 2015 ■

Cathedral Heights condo features stylish white decor

Photos courtesy of the Koitz GroupWith two bedrooms and a sprawling balcony, Unit 413 at 4200 Massachusetts Ave. NW is priced at $949,900.

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Selling The Area’s Finest Properties

Be DazzledBannockburn. Fabulous Colonial w/contemporary air. Expanded & updated w/soaring ceilings, stone frpl, built-ins. French drs opening to deck from brkfst rm, family rm & 1st �r MBR suite. Above 3 BRs O� st pkg. $1,099,000

Susan Berger 202-255-5006Ellen Sandler 202-255-5007

Old World Charm16th St. Heights. Stunning & pristine end TH w/original details intact yet updated for today’s living style. 4 �n. levels include 4-5 BRs, TS kit, 2 sun rms, LL in-law suite w/sep entry. Front & rear stairs, side porch & rear deck. $999,000

Eric Cooksey 202-246-0640

Inspiring ArchitectureChevy Chase. Superlative quality and design in this new 5 BR, 4.5 BA home with 3 �nished levels, gorgeous chef ’s kitchen and family room. Walk to parks and shops from this beautiful tucked away street. Now $1,799,000

Karen Kuchins 301-275-2255

Pristine PlusCleveland Park. Multiple windows �ood this renovated 2 BR co-op w/light. 9’ ceilings, hrdwd �rs, upscale gourmet kitchen. Sited in quiet rear of bldg. Short stroll to city amenities. Low fees, cats allowed. $329,000

Lynn Bulmer 202-257-2410

Contemporary FlairKent. Gracious contemporary w/formal LR & DR. Kit opens to sun rm & lge family rm. 5 BRs, 3.5 BAs includes 3/2 on 1st �r. In law suite + 5th BR on LL. 2 patios, large side garden. 2 car garage + o� st pkg. Walk to shops & parks. $1,155,000.Nancy Hammond 202-262-5374

MasterpieceMartin’s Addition. New masterpiece on a scenic, peaceful lane. Dramatic open �r plan w/gourmet kit. MBR suite w/parkline views. Amazing estate like 13,000+ sf grounds. $ 2,595,000

Eric Murtagh 301-652-8971

Wednesday, Nov. 11

Discussions and lectures■ Maira Kalman will discuss her book

“Beloved Dog.” 6:30 p.m. Free. Langston Room, Busboys and Poets, 2021 14th St. NW. 202-387-7638.

■ Joel Kotkin will discuss his book “The New Class Conflict,” about the changing dynamics of class in America. 6:30 p.m. Free. Bunn Intercultural Center Auditorium, Georgetown University, 37th and O streets NW. tocquevilleforum.georgetown.edu.

■ Matt Ridley will discuss his book “The Evolution of Everything: How New Ideas Emerge.” 7 p.m. Free. Politics and Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-364-1919.

Films■ The Film in Focus series will present

“Sally Pacholok,” about a nurse who tries to spread awareness of the dangers of misdiagnosis of the B-12 deficiency that led to her own bouts of dizziness and fatigue. A post-screening Q&A will feature Chevy Chase, Md.-based writer, director and producer Elissa Leonard, lead actress Annet Mahendru and composer Charlie Barnett. 8 p.m. $8. Avalon Theatre, 5612 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-966-6000.

■ Words, Beats and Life will present Shan Nicholson’s film “The Rubble Kings,” about life in New York City during the era of gang rule from 1968 to 1975. 9 to 11 p.m. $10. Langston Room, Busboys and Poets, 2021 14th St. NW. 202-387-7638.

Performances and readings■ The Twyla Tharp 50th Anniversary

Tour will feature new work by the Tony Award-winning choreographer. 7:30 p.m. $34 to $75. Eisenhower Theater, Kennedy Center. 202-467-4600. The performance will repeat Thursday and Friday at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday at 1:30 and 7:30 p.m.

■ The Mask & Bauble Dramatic Soci-ety will present its Donn B. Murphy One-Acts Festival. 8 p.m. $5 to $8. Stage III, Poulton Hall, Georgetown University, 1421 37th St. NW. 202-687-2787. The perfor-mance will repeat Thursday and Friday at 8 p.m. and Saturday at 2 and 8 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 12

Children’s program■ The Georgetown Library’s “Cats and

Dogs” film series will feature “Homeward

Bound: An Incredible Journey” (for ages 4 through 12). 4 p.m. Free. Georgetown Library, 3260 R St. NW. 202-727-0232.

Concerts■ “Broadway Tomorrow” will feature

Karen Mason, who starred as the Queen of Hearts in “Wonderland” on Broadway. 6 p.m. Free. Millennium Stage, Kennedy Center. 202-467-4600.

■ The National Symphony Orchestra and violinist James Ehnes will perform works by Prokofiev, Casella and Rach-maninoff. 7 p.m. $15 to $89. Concert Hall, Kennedy Center. 202-467-4600. The per-formance will repeat Friday at 11:30 a.m. and Saturday at 8 p.m.

■ The Friday Morning Music Club will present a concert by its Avanti Orchestra and soloist Yifei Deng. 7 p.m. Free; tickets distributed in front of the theater before the performance. Terrace Theater, Kenne-dy Center. 202-467-4600.

■ Singer-songwriter brothers Matthew and Nathan Corrigan will perform as the folk and blues duo Tough Old Bird. 7:30 p.m. Free. Gypsy Sally’s Vinyl Lounge, 3401 K St. NW. gypsysallys.com.

■ The George Washington University Orchestra will perform music from 18th-century theater, 20th-century cinema and 21st-century digital games. 7:30 p.m. $10 to $15. Lisner Auditorium, George Wash-ington University, 730 21st St. NW. 202-994-6800.

■ “Throwback Thursday Night” will fea-ture tributes to Soundgarden, Green Day and Pearl Jam. 8 p.m. $10 to $13. Gypsy Sally’s, 3401 K St. NW. gypsysallys.com.

Discussions and lectures■ The “Textiles at Twelve” program will

feature a talk by curator Lee Talbot on “You Are What You Wear: Fashion and Identity in Late-Qing China.” Noon. Free. George Washington University Museum and Textile Museum, 701 21st St. NW. 202-994-5200.

■ Robert Ford, former U.S. ambassa-dor to Syria and a senior fellow at the Mid-dle East Institute, will discuss “The Con-flicts in Syria and Iraq: Confronting Extrem-ism.” Noon. Free; reservations required. Room 602, Elliott School of International Affairs, George Washington University, 1957 E St. NW. go.gwu.edu/imesnov12.

■ Harvard University professor Marjorie Garber will discuss the role Shakespeare can play in an educational environment increasingly focused on science, technolo-gy, engineering and math. 5 p.m. Free. Auditorium, Bunn Intercultural Center, Georgetown University, 37th and O streets NW. guevents.georgetown.edu.

■ The Voices of American Design lec-ture series will feature artist Kiyomi Iwata

discussing her use of silk and metal to cre-ate sculptures that evoke her Japanese heritage and explore the boundaries of East and West. 6 p.m. $10; reservations required. George Washington University Museum and Textile Museum, 701 21st St. NW. 202-994-7394.

■ Viet Thanh Nguyen, author of “The Sympathizer,” will read from his work and discuss the state of Asian-American litera-ture. 6:30 p.m. Free. Montpelier Room, Madison Building, Library of Congress, 101 Independence Ave. SE. 202-707-5394.

■ The Georgetown Library will host a panel discussion on “Coping With Death.” 6:30 p.m. Free. Georgetown Library, 3260 R St. NW. 202-727-0232.

■ As a prelude to the 42nd annual Conference on D.C. Historical Studies, Pulitzer-winning historian Eric Foner will discuss “Reconstruction and the Fragility of Democracy,” about the expansion of political participation and the violent reac-tion that foreclosed the possibility of inter-racial democracy for over half a century. 6:30 p.m. Free; reservations required. McGowan Theater, National Archives Build-ing, Constitution Avenue between 7th and 9th streets NW. dchistory.org/programs/annual-conference.

■ A discussion on “11th Street Bridge Park: Connecting Communities,” about the elevated park planned for an aged freeway over the Anacostia River, will feature panel-ists Scott Kratz, Edmund Fleet and Dayvie Paschall. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. $12 to $15. Kreeger Museum, 2401 Foxhall Road NW. 202-338-3552.

■ Classicist Mary Beard will discuss ancient Rome, the subject of her new book “S.P.Q.R.” 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. $30 to $42. Ring Auditorium, Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden, 7th Street and Indepen-dence Avenue SW. 202-633-3030.

■ John Sedgwick will discuss his book “War of Two: Alexander Hamilton, Aaron Burr, and the Duel That Stunned the Nation.” 7 p.m. Free. Politics and Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-364-1919.

■ “The Syrian Refugee Crisis & the U.S.: What Is Our Responsibility” will fea-ture Pam Bailey, human rights activist and journalist; Phyllis Bennis, author of numer-ous books and articles on U.S. policy in the Middle East; and Rafif Jouejati, Syrian activist and director of FREE-Syria. 7 to 9 p.m. Free. Busboys and Poets Takoma, 235 Carroll St. NW. 202-726-0856.

■ Emmy-winning journalist Ted Koppel will discuss his book “Lights Out: A Cyber-attack, a Nation Unprepared, Surviving the Aftermath.” 7 p.m. $16. Sixth & I Historic Synagogue, 600 I St. NW. sixthandi.org.

Films■ The 22nd annual Film Neu festival of

new cinema from Germany, Austria and Switzerland will close with Doris Dörrie’s 2014 film “The Whole Shebang (Alles Inklusive),” about a lovelorn woman who follows her mother to the Spanish beach. A discussion with a special guest and a clos-

ing party at the Goethe-Institut will follow the first screening. 6:30 and 9:30 p.m. $16.50. Landmark’s E Street Cinema, 555 11th St. NW. filmneu.org.

■ In conjunction with FotoweekDC, the Freer Gallery of Art will present Alexandria Bombach and Mo Scarpelli’s 2015 film “Frame by Frame,” about photojournalism in Afghanistan. 7 p.m. Free. Meyer Auditori-um, Freer Gallery of Art, 12th Street and Jefferson Drive SW. 202-633-1000.

■ The three-day Telluride Mountainfilm series will open with a screening of “The Man Behind the Mask” and “Les Voya-geurs Sans Trace.” 7 p.m. $25; $67.50 for a three-night festival package. Grosvenor Auditorium, National Geographic, 1600 M St. NW. 202-857-7700.

■ Words, Beats and Life will present Jason Zeldes’ documentary “Romeo Is Bleeding.” 8 to 10 p.m. $10. Langston Room, Busboys and Poets, 2021 14th St. NW. 202-387-7638.

Performances and readings■ The Visiting Writers Series will fea-

ture a reading by National Book Award finalist Claudia Rankine, author of “Citizen: An American Lyric,” “Don’t Let Me Be Lonely: An American Lyric,” “Plot,” “The End of the Alphabet” and “Nothing in Nature Is Private.” 7 p.m. Free. Abramson Family Recital Hall, Katzen Arts Center, American University, 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW. 202-885-2973.

■ Washington Improv Theater will pres-ent “Seasonal Disorder,” its annual tribute to the chaos of the holidays. 7:30 p.m. $10 to $15. DC Arts Center, 2438 18th St. NW. witdc.org. Performances will continue through Nov. 28 at the DC Arts Center before moving to Source from Dec. 3 through 20.

■ Americans for Democracy & Human Rights in Bahrain and Split This Rock will present “Stifled Verse, Free Verse: An Eve-ning of Poetry and Solidarity,” featuring Rasha Abdulhadi, Sarah Browning, Zein El-Amine, Amin Drew Law and Joseph Ross in honor of the imprisoned Qatari poet Mohammed al-Ajami. 8 p.m. Free. Cullen Room, Busboys and Poets, 1025 5th St. NW. 202-789-2227.

■ American University will present Les-lye Headland’s “Bachelorette.” 8 p.m. $10 to $15. Studio Theatre, Katzen Arts Center, American University, 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW. 202-885-2787. The performance will repeat Friday at 8 p.m. and Saturday at 2 and 8 p.m.

■ In conjunction with the Embassy of the Czech Republic’s Mutual Inspirations Festival, Georgetown University will present “War With the Newts,” adapted and direct-ed by Natsu Onoda Power from the novel by Karel Capek. 8 p.m. $7 to $15. Gonda Theatre, Davis Performing Arts Center, Georgetown University, 37th and O streets NW. 202-687-2787. Performances will continue through Nov. 21.

■ GALA Hispanic Theatre’s “Fuego Fla-menco Festival XI” will feature the D.C. pre-miere of “Flamenco Frecuencies,” present-

ed in collaboration with Madrid’s Fun-dación Conservatorio Flamenco Casa Patas and choreographed by Karen Lugo. 8 p.m. $20 to $35. GALA Theatre, 3333 14th St. NW. 202-234-7174. The perfor-mance will repeat Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m.

Special event■ “Tasting at Dumbarton: Taking Tea”

will explore the history of the tea drink and the tradition of taking tea as an afternoon snack or evening meal. A tasting of hot tea, scones, 19th-century Lady Newport teacakes and lavender shortbread will fol-low. 6 p.m. $15 to $20. Dumbarton House, 2715 Q St. NW. 202-337-2288.

Friday, Nov. 13

Concerts■ The Friday Morning Music Club will

present works by Michael Head and Brahms. Noon. Free. Calvary Baptist Church, 755 8th St. NW. 202-333-2075.

■ “Fringe Music in the Library” will fea-ture a quartet from the eclectic nine-piece group Black Masala. Noon. Free. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G St. NW. 202-727-0321.

■ Organist Joseph Russell of Philadel-phia will perform. 12:15 p.m. Free. Nation-al City Christian Church, 5 Thomas Circle NW. 202-797-0103.

■ The Friday Music Series will feature the early music ensemble Modern Musick. 1:15 p.m. Free. Dahlgren Chapel of the Sacred Heart, Georgetown University, 37th and O streets NW. 202-687-2787.

■ The Washington Bach Consort will present “Chips off the Old Bach,” featuring instrumental treasures produced by father and sons. 7 p.m. $10 to $35. First Congre-gational United Church of Christ, 945 G St. NW. bachconsort.org.

■ Dorado Schmitt and the Django Fes-tival All-Stars will present “A Family Affair,” showcasing the rhythmic, virtuosic intrica-cies of the Django Reinhardt guitar style of “hot jazz.” 7 and 9 p.m. $30. Terrace The-ater, Kennedy Center. 202-467-4600.

■ George Washington University vocal and instrumental students will present a camerata recital. 7:30 p.m. Free. Hammer Auditorium, Corcoran School of the Arts and Design, George Washington University, 500 17th St. NW. gwu.edu.

■ The Allegheny Ramblers will perform, at 7:30 p.m.; and Squids of Tomorrow will perform, at 10:30 p.m. Free. Gypsy Sally’s Vinyl Lounge, 3401 K St. NW. gypsysallys.com.

■ Kung Fu and Consider the Source will perform. 9 p.m. $15. Gypsy Sally’s, 3401 K St. NW. gypsysallys.com.

Discussions and lectures■ The 42nd annual Conference on D.C.

Historical Studies — focusing on the theme “New Freedoms, New Lives” and featuring 23 diverse panel discussions as well as recent documentaries — will open with a talk by Howard University professor Eliza-beth Clark-Lewis on “Scholarship, Leader-ship, and Incomparable Strength: Letitia Woods Brown, a Centennial Reflection.” 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. $20 to $30. Historical Soci-ety of Washington, D.C., Carnegie Library, 801 K St. NW. dchistory.org/programs/annual-conference. The event will continue Saturday and Sunday with seminars, book talks, a session on the state of the field of D.C. history and walking tours.

■ James Holland will discuss his book “The Rise of Germany, 1939-1941: The War in the West.” Noon. Free. McGowan

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Theater, National Archives Building, Consti-tution Avenue between 7th and 9th streets NW. 202-357-5000.

■ Sally Webster, professor of American art emeritus at Lehmann College and the Graduate Center, City University of New York, will discuss “Pierre L’Enfant, New York City, and America’s First Monument.” 6 p.m. Free. Society of the Cincinnati, Anderson House, 2118 Massachusetts Ave. NW. 202-785-2040.

■ Peter Singer, professor of bioethics at Princeton University, will discuss his book “The Most Good You Can Do: How Effective Altruism Is Changing Ideas About Living Ethically,” with opening remarks by actress and singer-songwriter Mandy Moore. 6 p.m. Free admission; $19 for a copy of the book and access to a reception with Singer and Moore. Lisner Auditorium, George Washington University, 730 21st St. NW. 202-994-6800.

■ The Italian Cultural Institute will pres-ent “Alfredo Casella: A Musician Between Two Worlds,” featuring a panel discussion with Gianandrea Noseda, Harvey Sachs and Francesco Lombardi with music per-formed by National Symphony Orchestra choirmaster Nurit Bar-Josef and pianist Audrey Andrist. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Free; res-ervations required. Auditorium, Embassy of Italy, 3000 Whitehaven St. NW. www.iicwashington.esteri.it.

■ Winners of the 2015 Smithsonian Ingenuity Awards — Alan Stern, Zoe Crosh-er, Doo Yeon Kim and Francoise Mouly — will discuss America’s peculiar mix of cre-ativity and pragmatism. 6:30 p.m. Free; reservations required. Wallace H. Coulter Performance Plaza, National Museum of American History, Constitution Avenue between 12th and 14th streets NW. whatitmeanstobeamerican.org.

■ The Smithsonian Associates will present a talk by Deepak Chopra on “A New Understanding of Well-Being.” Attend-ees will receive Chopra’s book “Super Genes: Unlock the Astonishing Power of Your DNA for Optimum Health and Well-Being.” 6:45 to 8:15 p.m. $35 to $45. Uni-versity Auditorium, University of the District of Columbia, 4200 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-633-3030.

■ Isabel Allende will discuss her novel “The Japanese Lover.” 7 p.m. Free. Politics and Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-364-1919.

■ Becky Albertalli and I.W. Gregorio will discuss their respective books, “Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda” and “None of the Above” (for ages 15 and older). 7 p.m. Free. Children & Teens Department, Poli-tics and Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-364-1919.

■ Alliance Française de Washington will present a talk by Wilfried Zeisler, associate curator of 19th-century art at Hillwood Estate, Museum and Gardens, on his book “L’Objet d’Art et de Luxe Français en Russie (1881-1917).” 7 p.m. $10 to $15. Alliance Française de Washington, 2142 Wyoming Ave. NW. francedc.org.

Films■ “Lunch and a Movie” will feature a

screening of the 1966 film “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?,” starring Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton. Lunch at noon; film at 1 p.m. Free; reservations for lunch required by Nov. 11. Guy Mason Recre-ation Center, 3600 Calvert St. NW. 202-727-7703.

■ The Japan Information and Culture Center’s “Animezing” series will present Hiroyuki Yamaga’s 1987 film “Royal Space

Force: The Wings of Honnêamise.” 6:30 p.m. Free; reservations required. Japan Information and Culture Center, 1150 18th St. NW. www.us.emb-japan.go.jp/jicc.

■ The Telluride Mountainfilm series will feature “Denali” and “Unbranded,” fol-lowed by a Q&A with Ben Masters. 7 p.m. $25. Grosvenor Auditorium, National Geo-graphic, 1600 M St. NW. 202-857-7700.

Performances and readings■ The National Association of Black

Storytellers will present “Family Night: Sto-rytelling Rejuvenation,” featuring Charlotte Blake Alston and Oba William King. 6 p.m. Free. Millennium Stage, Kennedy Center. 202-467-4600.

■ Wilson High School Theater Arts will present the musical “Hair.” 7:30 p.m. $5 to $15. Theater, Wilson High School, 3950 Chesapeake St. NW. [email protected]. The performance will repeat Nov. 14 and 20 at 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 21 at 2:30 and 7:30 p.m.

■ Black Movements Dance Theatre will present its fall concert. 8 p.m. $8 to $10. Walsh Black Box Theatre, Georgetown Uni-versity, 1221 36th St. NW. 202-687-2787. The performance will repeat Saturday at 8 p.m.

Special events■ An open house to celebrate the

reopening of the Renwick Gallery will fea-ture live music, book signings and building tours. 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free. Renwick Gallery, 17th Street and Pennsylvania Ave-nue NW. americanart.si.edu.

■ Fashion Fights Poverty will celebrate its 10th anniversary at the 2015 Dress Responsibly Gala, featuring a cocktail reception and a runway presentation. 7 to 10 p.m. $100 to $150. Embassy of France, 4101 Reservoir Road NW. ffpgala2015.eventbrite.com.

Sporting event■ The Washington Capitals will play the

Calgary Flames. 7 p.m. $32 to $276. Veri-zon Center, 601 F St. NW. 800-745-3000.

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Children’s programs■ “Saturday Morning at the National”

will feature Barynya, a troupe of classically trained musicians and dancers who make the traditions of Russia come alive. 9:30 and 11 a.m. Free; tickets distributed 30 minutes before the screening. National Theatre, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. 202-783-3372.

■ An art workshop led by teaching art-ist Jeneen Piccuirro will feature a chance to build wood sculptures with found natu-ral objects (for ages 8 through 12). 10 a.m. to noon. $15 to $20; reservations required. Kreeger Museum, 2401 Foxhall Road NW. 202-338-3552.

■ GALA Hispanic Theatre’s “Fuego Fla-menco Festival XI” will feature members of the Spanish Dance Society presenting an interactive demonstration of various aspects of flamenco. 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Free. GALA Theatre, 3333 14th St. NW. 202-234-7174.

■ “Family Afternoon: Winter Bird Retreats” will offer a chance to learn about birdhouse design and take home a hand-built creation of your own (recommended for ages 7 through 12, with an adult com-panion). 1 and 2 p.m. $10 to $15 per roost. National Building Museum, 401 F St. NW. 202-272-2448.

■ Avia Mebane, a fourth-grade teacher at CentroNia, will discuss her book “Amor-ette,” about a wise ladybug. 5 p.m. Free.

Upshur Street Books, 827 Upshur St. NW. upshurstreetbooks.com.

Classes and workshops■ Historian George Munro will present

a class on “Russia’s Recent Leaders: A Reassessment.” 9:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. $90 to $130. S. Dillon Ripley Center, 1100 Jefferson Drive SW. 202-633-3030.

■ Art historian Lawrence Butler will lead a class on “Andalusia: Monuments and Memories of Islamic Spain.” 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. $90 to $130. S. Dillon Ripley Center, 1100 Jefferson Drive SW. 202-633-3030.

■ Horticulturist Bill Johnson will lead a hands-on workshop on “Container Gar-dens: A Succession of Spring Blooms From Bulbs.” 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. $55 to $65. Hillwood Estate, Museum and Gardens, 4155 Linnean Ave. NW. 202-686-5807.

■ Joan Dreyer will lead an intermediate embroidery workshop. Noon to 4 p.m. $45 to $55; reservations required. George Washington University Museum and Textile Museum, 701 21st St. NW. 202-994-7394.

■ An adult aromatherapy workshop will focus on the relaxation and medicinal ben-efits of various oils and herbs. 2 p.m. Free. Watha T. Daniel/Shaw Library, 1630 7th St. NW. 202-727-1288.

Concerts■ Soloists from the Gay Men’s Chorus

of Washington DC will present “Home Cooked Cabaret — The S* Show,” featuring the music of Sinatra, Streisand and Sond-heim. 5 p.m. $20 to $35. Atlas Performing Arts Center, 1333 H St. NE. 202-399-7993.

■ “Top Notch 2015” will feature a 3v3 b-boy competition as part of the Words Beat & Life teach-in “Remixing the Art of Social Change.” 6 p.m. Free. Millennium Stage, Kennedy Center. 202-467-4600.

■ Singer-songwriter Jeremiah Stricklin will present “Oh, Jeremiah,” at 7 p.m.; and singer-songwriter, troubadour and world traveler Adam Klein will perform, at 10:30 p.m. Free. Gypsy Sally’s Vinyl Lounge,

3401 K St. NW. gypsysallys.com.■ Washington Performing Arts will fea-

ture pianist Leif Ove Andsnes presenting works by Sibelius, Beethoven, Debussy and Chopin. 7 p.m. $75. Terrace Theater, Kennedy Center. 202-467-4600.

■ KC Jazz Club will present jazz artists Lynne Arriale, Carla Cook and Grace Kelly in “Celebrating Great Women of Jazz: Abbey Lincoln, Nina Simone, and Joni Mitchell.” 7 and 9 p.m. $39. Terrace Gal-lery, Kennedy Center. 202-467-4600.

■ “Making Musical Waves: The Legacy of Yatsuhashi Kengyo” will feature Japa-nese musicians Tominari Seijo, Tomio Sei-ritsu, Ayako Kurahashi and Yodo Kurahashi II. 7:30 p.m. Free; tickets required. Meyer Auditorium, Freer Gallery of Art, 12th Street and Jefferson Drive SW. 202-633-1000.

■ Seven faculty members of the Wash-ington Conservatory of Music will perform at a concert to benefit scholarships for low-

income students. 8 p.m. Free; $20 dona-tion suggested. Westmoreland Congrega-tional United Church of Christ, 1 Westmo-reland Circle. 301-320-2770.

■ AU Jazz Workshop will present “4 x 4: Celebrating Contemporary Chamber Music.” 8 p.m. $5 to $10. Abramson Fami-ly Recital Hall, Katzen Arts Center, Ameri-can University, 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW. 202-885-2787.

■ Town Mountain and Driftwood will perform. 9 p.m. $14. Gypsy Sally’s, 3401 K St. NW. gypsysallys.com.

Discussions and lectures■ Costume historian and collector

Mary Doering will discuss “Two Centuries of Fashionable American and European Footwear, 1750-1950.” 10:30 a.m. Free. George Washington University Museum and Textile Museum, 701 21st St. NW. 202-994-5200.

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“Wonder,” the inaugural exhibition at the newly renovated renwick Gal-lery, will open Friday and continue through July 10. Featured are site-spe-cific installations by nine artists that

transform the galleries into a contempo-rary “cabinet of wonders,” traditionally a place for displaying one’s collections. The artists are Jennifer Angus, Chakaia Booker, Gabriel Dawe, Tara Donovan, Patrick Dougherty, Janet Echelman, John Grade, Maya Lin and Leo Villareal. Located at Pennsylvania Avenue and 17th Street NW, the gallery is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 202-633-1000.■ Hera Hub DC will open an exhibit of landscape paintings by Chevy Chase artist Leni Berliner with a reception tomorrow from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Berliner’s acrylic paintings aim to convey the ener-gy of a place, and the featured works depict Great Falls Park as well as locales in Quebec, New Mexico and North Carolina’s Outer Banks. The show will continue through Feb. 16.

Located at 5028 Wisconsin Ave. NW, the gallery is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 202-803-2821.■ Cross macKenzie Gallery will open an exhibit of new painted wall sculptures by Vermont artist Rob Hitzig with an artist’s reception Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. Employing colored stripes on wood panels, the works show an affini-ty with paintings by Washington Color School artists like Gene Davis. A hand-crafted canoe by the artist will also be on display in the show, which will contin-ue through Dec. 15. Located at 1675 Wisconsin Ave. NW, the gallery is open Wednesday through Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. 202-333-7970.■ “Womanimal: Zine Art by Caroline Paquita,” highlighting the Brooklyn art-ist’s punk zine-making through her illus-trations of half-woman/half-animal crea-tures, will open Monday at the National Museum of Women in the Arts’ betty boyd Dettre Library and research Center, where it will continue through May 13. Located at 1250 New York Ave. NW, the center is open Monday through Fri-

day from 10 a.m. to noon and from 1 to 5 p.m. Admission costs $10 for adults and $8 for students and seniors; it is free for ages 18 and younger. 202-783-5000.■ “Singles Faire: Intimate Gestures,” a body of work by artist Jenny Walton that repurposes instructional physical thera-py diagrams to create narratives about the interactions between members of the opposite sex, opened last week at the DC Arts Center. An opening recep-tion will take place Friday from 7 to 9 p.m., and the show will close with an artist’s talk and reception Jan. 31 at 5 p.m. Located at 2438 18th St. NW, the center is open Wednesday through Sun-day from 2 to 7 p.m. 202-462-7833.

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■ Winston Groom will discuss his book “The Generals: Patton, MacArthur, Mar-shall, and the Winning of World War II,” at 1 p.m.; Karen Olsson will discuss her book “All the Houses,” at 3:30 p.m.; and Susan Cheever will discuss her book “Drinking in America: Our Secret History,” at 6 p.m. Free. Politics and Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-364-1919.

■ Jamie Stiehm, a Creators Syndicate columnist and usnews.com contributor, will discuss “Mary Lincoln: She Got a Bad Rap.” 1 p.m. Free. Peabody Room, George-town Library, 3260 R St. NW. 202-727-0233.

■ Instructor Luz Verost will lead a meeting of the Spanish Conversation Club. 2:30 p.m. Free. Georgetown Library, 3260 R St. NW. 202-727-0232.

■ The Juanita E. Thornton/Shepherd Park Library’s History/Biography Book Club will meet to discuss the DC Reads selec-tion “All Aunt Hagar’s Children” by Edward P. Jones. 3:30 p.m. Free. Ledo Pizza, 7425 Georgia Ave. NW. [email protected].

Films■ The National Archives will present

the 1981 comedy “Arthur,” starring Dudley Moore and Liza Minnelli. 2 p.m. Free. McGowan Theater, National Archives Build-ing, Constitution Avenue between 7th and 9th streets NW. 202-357-5000.

■ Biographer James Kaplan will dis-cuss Frank Sinatra and introduce a screen-ing of the iconic entertainer’s 1953 film “From Here to Eternity.” Afterward, Kaplan will sign copies of his Sinatra biography “The Chairman.” 2 p.m. Free. McEvoy Audi-torium, National Portrait Gallery, 8th and F streets NW. 202-633-1000.

■ In conjunction with FotoWeekDC, the National Gallery of Art will present Dyanna Taylor’s 2014 documentary essay “Doro-thea Lange: Grab a Hunk of Lightning,” with the filmmaker in attendance. 2:30 p.m. Free. East Building Auditorium, National Gallery of Art, 4th Street and Con-

stitution Avenue NW. 202-737-4215.■ The Telluride Mountainfilm series will

feature “A Line Across the Sky,” “55 Hours in Mexico” and other short films. 7 p.m. $25. Grosvenor Auditorium, National Geo-graphic, 1600 M St. NW. 202-857-7700.

Performances■ The Congressional Chorus will pres-

ent “Living, Laughing & Loving: Celebrating the Circle of Life Through Song, Poetry and Dance,” an intergenerational, multi-disci-plinary performance. 7:30 p.m. $33. Church of the Epiphany, 1317 G St. NW. congressionalchorus.org.

■ Jane Franklin Dance will present “See Between the Lines,” a whimsical jour-ney of dance, music, visual art and theater. 8 p.m. $15 to $30. Dance Place, 3225 8th St. NE. 202-269-1600. The perfor-mance will repeat Sunday at 4 p.m.

Sale■ The Blessed Sacrament Holiday

Bazaar will feature used clothes, a white elephant sale, dollar tables, baked goods and more. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admis-sion. Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacra-ment, 5841 Chevy Chase Parkway NW. blessedsacramentdc.org.

Special events■ A festival to celebrate the reopening

of the Renwick Gallery will feature craft making, demonstrations, musical perfor-mances and more. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free. Renwick Gallery, 17th Street and Pennsyl-vania Avenue NW. americanart.si.edu.

■ Retired U.S. Army Col. James E. Wyatt, founder of the Nannie Helen Bur-roughs Project, will speak at a Veterans Day event that will include presentation of military honors and flags at the Colored Union Benevolent Association Memorial. Noon. Free. Historic Woodlawn Cemetery, 4611 Benning Road SE. 202-468-0513.

Sporting event■ The Washington Wizards will play the

Orlando Magic. 7 p.m. $19 to $899. Veri-

zon Center, 601 F St. NW. 800-745-3000.

Walks and tours■ Fall Foliage Tea and Garden Tour will

feature a guided look at Tudor Place’s old-growth trees and leafy color, followed by a full tea with scones, tea sandwiches and petite desserts. $30 to $35; reservations required. Tudor Place Historic House and Garden, 1644 31st St. NW. tudorplace.org.

■ Washington Walks’ “Get Local!” series will feature a walking tour spotlighting the centennial of Dumbarton Bridge over Rock Creek Parkway and featuring an interior visit to Dumbarton House, which had to be moved to make way for the extension of Q Street in connection with the bridge’s construction. 11 a.m. $20 to $25. Meet outside the Q Street exit to the Dupont Circle Metrorail station. washingtonwalks.com.

Sunday, Nov. 15

Children’s program■ “Kids@Katzen Family Day” will fea-

ture an art class inspired by the work of Micheline Klagsbrun and her current exhi-bition “Free Fall Flow” (for ages 5 through 12). 1 to 3 p.m. $15 for a family of four; $5 for each additional child. Reservations suggested. Katzen Arts Center, American University, 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW. 202-885-1300.

Classes and workshops■ A teacher from Yoga Activist will pres-

ent a “Soothing Sunday Yoga” class. 1:30 p.m. Free. Watha T. Daniel/Shaw Library, 1630 7th St. NW. 202-727-1288.

■ Contradiction Dance will present a “Healing Through Movement” community workshop. 6:30 to 8 p.m. $15 donation suggested. Smith Center for Healing and the Arts, 1632 U St. NW. 202-483-8600.

Concerts■ The Carducci Quartet will begin a

four-concert cycle of all 15 string quartets by Shostakovich in honor of the 40th anni-

versary of the composer’s death. 12:30 and 4 p.m. $55 for both concerts; reserva-tions suggested. Phillips Collection, 1600 21st St. NW. phillipscollection.org/music. The third and fourth concerts will take place Nov. 22 at the same times.

■ The American University Symphonic Band will perform classical gems and cur-rent favorites. 3 p.m. $5 to $10. Abramson Family Recital Hall, Katzen Arts Center, American University, 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW. 202-885-2787.

■ The National Gallery of Art Wind Quintet will perform works by Taffaneil, Mil-haud, Bozza, Françaix and Gershwin. 3:30 p.m. Free. West Garden Court, National Gallery of Art, 4th Street and Constitution Avenue NW. 202-737-4215.

■ A brass and percussion ensemble from “The President’s Own” Marine Band will perform for the annual U.S. Marine Corps Worship Service. 3:30 p.m. Free. Washington National Cathedral, Massa-chusetts and Wisconsin avenues NW. cathedral.org.

■ The U.S. Navy Band’s Country Cur-rent ensemble will perform. 4 p.m. Free. Chevy Chase Presbyterian Church, 1 Chevy Chase Circle NW. 202-363-2202.

■ The Choral Arts Society of Washing-ton, soprano Yuanming Song and baritone Trevor Scheunemann will present Brahms’ “Ein deutsches Requiem.” 4 p.m. $15 to $59. Concert Hall, Kennedy Center. 202-467-4600.

■ The Georgetown Concert Series will feature the King’s Singers performing music from around the world as well as favorites from Porter, Gershwin and Rodg-ers. 5 p.m. $25 to $40. St. John’s Episco-pal Church, Georgetown Parish, 3240 O St. NW. 202-338-1796.

■ “Community-Wide Spirituals Sing” will feature choirs and singers from throughout the region. 6 p.m. Free. Millen-nium Stage, Kennedy Center. 202-467-4600.

Discussions and lectures■ A discussion on “Race and the

Church” will feature U.S. Rep. John Lewis, D-Ga., a veteran of the civil rights move-ment; Andrew Aydin, co-author of Lewis’ graphic novel trilogy “March”; and modera-tor Susan Page, USA Today Washington bureau chief and Georgetown Presbyterian Church elder. 9:30 am. Free. Georgetown Presbyterian Church, 3115 P St. NW. 202-338-1644.

■ Forrest Pritchard will discuss his book “Growing Tomorrow: A Farm-to-Table Journey in Photos and Recipes.” 11 a.m. Free. Dupont Circle Freshfarm Market, 20th Street between Massachusetts Avenue and Hillyer Place NW. freshfarmmarkets.org.

■ Sheila Hamilton will discuss her book “All the Things We Never Knew: Chasing the Chaos of Mental Illness,” at 1 p.m.; Margo Jefferson will discuss her book “Negroland: A Memoir,” at 3:30 p.m.; and Richard Cohen, James Barnes, Michael Barone and Charlie Cook will discuss their book “The Almanac of American Politics, 2016,” at 6 p.m. Free. Politics and Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-364-1919.

■ The Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington and the Sibley Senior Association will present “High Blood Sugars: Avoiding Complications,” featuring Rosemary Oshinsky, certified diabetic edu-cator. 1:30 to 3 p.m. Free; reservations required. Conference Room 2, Sibley Medi-cal Building, 5215 Loughboro Road NW. 202-364-7602.

■ Maygene Daniels, Arthur K. Whee-

lock Jr. and Deborah Ziska of the National Gallery of Art will discuss “The Vermeer Phenomenon.” 2 p.m. Free. East Building Auditorium, National Gallery of Art, 4th Street and Constitution Avenue NW. 202-737-4215.

■ Lise Hamlin, director of public policy for the Hearing Loss Association of Ameri-ca, will discuss the group’s work support-ing and advocating for people with hearing loss. 2 p.m. Free. Tenley-Friendship Library, 4450 Wisconsin Ave. NW.

■ Lori Carlson-Hijuelos and Ray Suarez will discuss “Twain & Stanley Enter Para-dise” by the late Oscar Hijuelos. 6:30 p.m. Free. Busboys and Poets Takoma, 235 Carroll St. NW. 202-726-0856.

■ Irin Carmon will discuss her book “Notorious RBG: The Life and Times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg.” 6:30 p.m. Free. Kramerbooks & Afterwords Cafe, 1517 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-387-1400.

Family program■ In honor of the 70th anniversary of

Astrid Lindgren’s first Pippi Longstocking book, the House of Sweden will host a birthday party with cake, a raffle, a fish pond, film screenings, games, and arts and crafts activities. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free. House of Sweden, 2900 K St. NW. 202-467-2645.

Films■ “Frederick Wiseman’s New York” will

feature the filmmaker’s 1989 film “Central Park.” 4 p.m. Free. East Building Auditori-um, National Gallery of Art, 4th Street and Constitution Avenue NW. 202-737-4215.

■ Indie Lens Pop-Up will feature Matt Fuller’s documentary “Autism in Love,” about four adults at different places on the autism spectrum as they navigate dating and romantic relationships. 5 to 7 p.m. Free; reservations required. Cullen Room, Busboys and Poets, 1025 5th St. NW. communitycinema-dc.org.

■ National Geographic will host a pre-miere screening of the movie “Saints & Strangers,” about the real story behind the first Thanksgiving. A post-film Q&A will fea-ture the cast and producer. 6 p.m. Free; reservations required. Grosvenor Auditori-um, National Geographic, 1600 M St. NW. 202-857-7700.

Special events■ The twice-a-year Jackson Art Center

Open Studios event will offer a chance to meet the 40-plus local artists in their studios. Noon to 5 p.m., with a children’s mural workshop from 3 to 4 p.m. Free. Jackson Art Center, 3050 R St. NW. jacksonartcenter.com.

■ The Korean American Cultural Arts Foundation will present “10th Annual Korea Art & Soul: An Evening of Opera and Choral Music,” preceded by a reception with Korean food prepared by five celebrity chefs. Reception from 5 to 6:30 p.m.; per-formance at 7 p.m. $45 to $75. Lisner Auditorium, George Washington University, 730 21st St. NW. 202-994-6800.

■ Moment Magazine’s 40th Anniversa-ry Celebration Gala & Awards Dinner will feature NPR’s Robert Siegel and other spe-cial guests, including a performance by Grammy Award-winning piano virtuoso and honoree Yefim Bronfman. 5:30 p.m. $250. Embassy of France, 4101 Reservoir Road NW. momentmag.com/event.

■ The fifth annual Photo Slam Compe-tition at Busboys and Poets, held in con-junction with FotoWeekDC, will feature photographers vying for prizes in a fast-paced competition of projected images. 8



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to 10 p.m. Free; $20 donation suggested. Langston Room, Busboys and Poets, 2021 14th St. NW. 202-387-7638.

tour■ The “Spies in the Shadow of the

White House” walking tour will feature tales of Civil War and Cold War espionage. 1 p.m. $15. Meet at the statue of Andrew Jackson in the center of Lafayette Park, 16th and H streets NW. 703-569-1875.

Monday, Nov. 16

Classes and workshops■ Yoga teacher Robin Glantz will lead

an “Viniyoga” class. 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. Free; reservations requested. Tenley-Friendship Library, 4450 Wisconsin Ave. NW. [email protected].

■ Yoga Activist will present a weekly yoga class geared toward beginners. 7 p.m. Free. Cleveland Park Library, 3310 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-282-3080. The class will also be offered Tuesday at 7 p.m.

Concert■ Words Beats & Life will present hip-

hop music and spoken word in a showcase

of selections from the chess-inspired album “Crowns.” 6 p.m. Free. Millennium Stage, Kennedy Center. 202-467-4600.

Discussions and lectures■ Margaret Richardson, collections

manager for the U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing, will discuss “D.C. Architecture Depicted in Vignettes of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing.” Noon. Free. George Washington University Museum and Textile Museum, 701 21st St. NW. 202-994-5200.

■ The Ward Circle Chapter of AARP will host a presentation by Sibley Senior Asso-ciation director Marti Bailey on “The Brain: What’s Normal? What’s Not?” 12:30 p.m. Free. Metropolitan Memorial United Meth-odist Church, 3401 Nebraska Ave. NW. 202-363-4900.

■ Ambassador Maen Rashid Areikat, chief PLO representative to the U.S., will discuss “Shifting the Paradigm.” 1 to 2 p.m. Free. The Palestine Center, 2425 Vir-ginia Ave. NW. 202-338-1290.

■ ArtTable and the National Museum of Women in the Arts will host “State of the Art/DC: A Conversation.” Panelists will include Julian Hunt of Dupont Under-ground, Irfana Jetha Noorani of 11th Street Bridge Park, Shane Pomajambo of

Art Whino, Jack Rasmussen of the Ameri-can University Museum and Sanjit Sethi of the Corcoran School of the Arts and Design. 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. $12 to $25; res-ervations required. Performance Hall, National Museum of Women in the Arts, 1250 New York Ave. NW. arttable.org.

■ The D.C. Public Library-sponsored Fiction Lover’s Book Club will discuss Phil Klay’s “Redeployment.” 6 p.m. Free. Kogod Courtyard, National Portrait Gallery, 8th and F streets NW. 202-727-1295.

■ Lauret Savoy will discuss her book “Trace: Memory, History, Race, and the American Landscape.” 6:30 p.m. Free. Langston Room, Busboys and Poets, 2021 14th St. NW. 202-387-7638.

■ James Kilgore will discuss his book “Understanding Mass Incarceration: A Peo-ple’s Guide to the Key Civil Rights Struggle of Our Time.” 6:30 p.m. Free. Busboys and Poets Brookland, 625 Monroe St. NE. 202-636-7230.

■ Toni Tipton-Martin will discuss her book “The Jemima Code: Two Centuries of African American Cookbooks.” 6:30 to 8 p.m. Free. Cullen Room, Busboys and Poets, 1025 5th St. NW. 202-789-2227.

■ William D. Murray, a retired senior executive and field operations officer in the CIA, will discuss “Black Ops: Decep-tion, Influence and Propaganda.” 6:30 p.m. $8 to $10. International Spy Muse-um, 800 F St. NW. 202-393-7798.

■ Leigh Bardugo will discuss her book “Six of Crows” (ages 13 and older). 7 p.m. Free. Children & Teens Department, Poli-tics and Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-364-1919.

■ Jon Meacham will discuss his book “Destiny and Power: The American Odys-sey of George Herbert Walker Bush.” 7 p.m. Free. Politics and Prose, 5015 Con-necticut Ave. NW. 202-364-1919.

■ Farmer Laurence de Bure and George Washington University neurology professor Francois Boller will discuss “Earth, Wind and Water,” about the conse-quences of global warming. 7 p.m. $10 to $15. Alliance Française de Washington, 2142 Wyoming Ave. NW. francedc.org.

Films■ The DC Film Society will present

“Coming Attractions Trailer Night, Winter 2015,” featuring a look at upcoming releases hosted by film critic Tim Gordon. 7 to 9 p.m. $5. Landmark’s West End Cin-ema, 2301 M St. NW. dcfilmsociety.org.

■ The Music and Poetry Club will screen the 2008 film “Composing the Bea-tles Songbook,” starring John Lennon and Paul McCartney. A performance by the Blues Muse ensemble will follow. 7:30 p.m. Free. St. Mary’s Court, 725 24th St. NW. 202-393-1511.

reading■ Shakespeare Theatre Company’s

“ReDiscovery” series will feature a reading of Toni Morrison’s “Desdemona,” a lyrical reflection on aspects of Shakespeare’s “Othello.” 7:30 p.m. Free; reservations required. Lansburgh Theatre, 450 7th St. NW. 202-547-1122, option 4.

Tuesday, Nov. 17

book fair■ The 38th annual National Press Club

Book Fair & Authors’ Night will feature Robin Givhan, Wil Haygood, Marvin Kalb, Nora Pouillon and Sister Souljah, among others. Proceeds will benefit the SEED Foundation, which helps underserved stu-dents prepare for college. 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. $5 to $10. National Press Club, 529

14th St. NW. press.org/bookfair#tickets.

Classes and workshops■ A yoga instructor will lead a class tar-

geted to seniors. 10 a.m. Free; reserva-tions required. Georgetown Library, 3260 R St. NW. [email protected].

■ Yoga Activist instructor Margaret Brozen will lead an introductory viniyasa yoga session. 11:30 a.m. Free; reserva-tions required. Georgetown Library, 3260 R St. NW. [email protected].

Concerts■ The Friday Morning Music Club will

present works by Giordani, Telemann, Scarlatti, Domenico and Mozart. Noon to 1 p.m. Free. Belle Vue Room, Dumbarton House, 2715 Q St. NW. 202-333-2075.

■ As part of the Tuesday Concert Series, clarinetist Ben Redwine and pianist Bob Boguslaw will perform works by Pou-lenc, Brahms and Bernstein. 12:10 p.m. Free. Church of the Epiphany, 1317 G St. NW. 202-347-2635.

■ The S&R Foundation will present vio-linist Tamaki Kawakubo and pianist Ryo Yanagitani performing works by Kreisler, Sarasate, Falla, Tchaikovsky, Stravinsky, Bartók and Ravel. 6 p.m. Free. Millennium Stage, Kennedy Center. 202-467-4600.

■ The Rock Creek Singers of the Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington DC will pres-ent “Men for N: A Thanksgiving Concert to Celebrate Community,” with proceeds ben-efiting the N Street Village’s services for homeless women. 7 p.m. $25; free with a new membership in the N Street Village Breakfast Club. GALA Theatre, 3333 14th St. NW. MenForN.org.

■ Fortas Chamber Music Concerts will feature duo parnas and Israeli pianist Ran Dank performing works by Pärt, Bolcom, Janácek, Liszt and Shostakovich. 7 p.m. $38. Terrace Theater, Kennedy Center. 202-467-4600.

■ Gypsy Sally’s Vinyl Lounge will host its weekly open mic show. 8 p.m. Free. Gypsy Sally’s Vinyl Lounge, 3401 K St. NW. gypsysallys.com.

■ Senegalese musician Youssou N’Dour will perform. 8 p.m. $35 to $75. Lisner Auditorium, George Washington Uni-versity, 730 21st St. NW. 202-994-6800.

■ Singer-songwriter Zach Deputy will perform. 8 p.m. $12 to $15. Gypsy Sally’s, 3401 K St. NW. gypsysallys.com.

Discussions and lectures■ American University’s Center for Con-

gressional and Presidential Studies will present its 2016 Election Forecast Panel discussion. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Free; reservations required. Abramson Family Founders Room, School of International Service Building, Nebraska and New Mexi-co avenues NW. 202-885-2903.

■ The West End Fiction Book Club will discuss “The Yellow Birds” by Kevin Pow-ers. 12:30 p.m. Free. West End Interim Library, 2522 Virginia Ave. NW. 202-724-8707.

■ William J. Burns, president of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and former U.S. deputy secretary of state, will discuss current affairs and his 33-year diplomatic career. 12:30 to 2 p.m. Free; reservations required. Kenney Herter Auditorium, Nitze Building, Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced Internation-al Studies, 1740 Massachusetts Ave. NW. sais-jhu.edu.

■ Teresa Rainey, community outreach coordinator at the D.C. Office of Human Rights, will discuss the new Protecting Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, including rights to reasonable accommodations. 2

p.m. Free. Room 311, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G St. NW. 202-727-0321.

■ Art historian Helga Kessler Aurisch will discuss “High Society: The Portraits of Franz X. Winterhalter,” about European court life. 5:30 to 8 p.m. $7 to $20. Hill-wood Estate, Museum and Gardens, 4155 Linnean Ave. NW. 202-686-5807

■ The Archdiocese of Washington’s Young Adult Ministry will host an informal “Theology on Tap” discussion, led by Cath-olic Worker Movement member Art Laffin, about social justice and Dorothy Day, a social activist who founded the Catholic Worker Movement. Happy hour from 6 to 7 p.m.; presentation and Q&A from 7 to 8 p.m. Free admission. Buffalo Billiards, 1330 19th St. NW. adw.org/tot.

■ Johanna Fernandez will discuss her book “Writing on the Wall: Selected Prison Writings of Mumia Abu-Jamal.” 6:30 p.m. Free. Busboys and Poets Brookland, 625 Monroe St. NE. 202-636-7230.

■ John Sorensen will discuss his book “A Sister’s Memories: The Life and Work of Grace Abbott From the Writings of Her Sis-ter, Edith Abbott.” 6:30 p.m. Free. Langs-ton Room, Busboys and Poets, 2021 14th St. NW. 202-387-7638.

■ Sue Grafton will discuss “X,” the lat-est book in her abecedarium of crime fic-tion. 7 p.m. Free. Politics and Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-364-1919.

■ The Palisades Book Club will discuss “How We Got to Now: Six Innovations That Made the Modern World” by Steven John-son. 7:30 p.m. Free. Palisades Library, 4901 V St. NW. 202-282-3139.

■ The Chevy Chase Library’s “Lowbrow Throwdown” book club will discuss Michael Crichton’s novel “Disclosure.” 8 p.m. Free. Boiler Room, Jake’s American Grille, 5018 Connecticut Ave. NW. dclibrary.org/node/50735.

■ John Freeman, former Granta editor, will discuss the release of “Freeman’s: The Best New Writing on Arrival,” the first edition of his new literary anthology. 8 p.m. Free. Copley Formal Lounge, Georgetown University, 37th and O streets NW. lannan.georgetown.edu.

Films■ “Reel Writers,” part of National Novel

Writing Month, will feature Gus Van Sant’s 2000 film “Finding Forrester.” 6:30 p.m. Free. Georgetown Library, 3260 R St. NW. 202-727-0232.

Special event■ Red Sprinkle’s Pop-Up Beauty

Lounge will feature beauty treatments, as well as local fashion and beauty vendors. 5 to 8 p.m. $25 to $35. Pepco Edison Gal-lery, 702 8th St. NW. pop4.eventbrite.com.

Sporting event■ The Washington Wizards will play the

Milwaukee Bucks. 7 p.m. $19 to $899. Verizon Center, 601 F St. NW. 800-745-3000.

Wednesday, Nov. 18

Class■ Yoga Alliance will present a class. 6

p.m. Free. West End Interim Library, 2522 Virginia Ave. NW. 202-727-8707.

Concerts■ The Congressional Chorus will pres-

ent a multisensory performance that cele-brates the emotions and seasons of our lives. 6 p.m. Free. Millennium Stage, Ken-nedy Center. 202-467-4600.



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Mrs. MacCartee, all sixth-grade teachers; Mr. Ketchum, director of upper division; and Dr. Hendrix, head of school. We learned about the Guatemalans. Also, we saw the global village that Heifer Interna-tional had made. We got to see what people from different countries live in and how they live. At lunch, we made a Guatemalan meal of mango salsa, tortillas, refried beans, fried plantains and rice. The students were split up into groups to make different foods for lunch. It was delicious and super fun. We also held pizza nights at Ledo Pizza on Nov. 2 and 3, and 20 percent of the money will go to Heifer International to help people in need get food and shelter. I really enjoyed going to the global village.

— Clark Donovan, sixth-grader Our Lady of Victory School Our school’s Catholic Youth Organization cross-country team had a very successful championship meet on Oct. 25 at St. Mary of Naz-areth school in Darnestown, Md., with OLV eighth-grader Jack D. taking first place in the 14U Boys category. Over 500 runners partici-pated from across the archdiocese. OLV had a runner on the podi-um — meaning in the top 20 — in almost all divisions: 8U Girls — Lexi V., 16th place; 11U Boys— Gregory Z., 15th place, and Quinn S., 20th place; 11U Girls — Lauren W., fifth place; 14U Boys — Jack D., first place, and Andrew O., third place; 14U Girls — Sami J., 18th

place. Our 11U boys also came in seventh in the team category. Coach John Sague praised his team, especially the top finishers Jack, Andrew and Lauren, for “fighting through a tough race and strategizing throughout the race to prevail with spectacular results.” He noted the team’s “cheering and sup-port of each other, including the parents who spread out around the course to share encouragement and strategic advice. I am sure many parents ran their own races back and forth cheering on the team!”

— OLV cross-country team

Oyster-Adams Bilingual School At Oyster-Adams’ 21st annual book fair, there were many books to choose from for both children and adults: adventure books, mystery books, action books and so much more. They also had a variety of Spanish books, thanks to the hard work of our Oyster librarian, Ms. Kleinman. The most popular book, it seemed, was “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School,” by Jeff Kinney. We also owe a huge “congratula-tions” to the Oyster-Adams girls volleyball team, which became the city’s newest champion! The cham-pionship game was Thursday eve-ning against Stuart-Hobson Middle School. We are so proud of our girls and their humble, hardworking and team-focused attitudes. Their coach-es, Bev Paul, Steve Greenwood and Katie Viera, have worked very hard to put together such a phenomenal team. Our school is very proud of how the girls have represented Oys-ter-Adams. Go Tigers!

— Leandro Caja, seventh-grader

St. Albans School Halloween at St. Albans is a par-amount event. The refectory is dec-orated with everything from zombie babies to witch hands, and each lunch table has at least one decora-tion. At the end of lunch there is an announcement of how many days left to Halloween. The whole refec-tory bursts into excitement and pro-claims, “Oooooh!” Another big event is the Hallow-een parade, where all students can show off their homemade costumes. The winners receive a special lunch of their choice from the kitchen staff. The judges select the best cos-tumes from each grade and those students gather together with the kitchen staff to decide what lunch they would like. The costumes are always amusing, striking and some-times even thought-provoking, and they are always are fun to see. They also include many puns. Some of the winners this year include “JavaScript,” ”sushi,” “street” and, finally, “upside down man.” The Halloween season is always enjoy-able and hopefully the seasons to come are as exciting and lively!

— Christopher Sosnik, Form II (eighth-grader)

School Without Walls High School The School Without Walls Model UN team has had much suc-cess over the years, but recently the group raised the bar on a mid-Octo-ber trip to Cape Town, South Afri-ca. In a competition on Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 19 years, the Walls team of John Nugent, Ella Weiner, Samantha O’Sullivan and Eliza

Zizka competed against school teams from 10 countries and won first place. Teacher sponsor Mrs. Taneka Parascandolo joined the stu-dents. The plane trip took about 17 hours. Jack Nugent, a Walls junior, also was selected as the tourna-ment’s best delegate.

— Michael Edgell, 10th-grader Sheridan School The first-grade class at Sheridan went on a field trip to Barr-T last month. There are woods, and there are activities like a zip line and a rock climbing wall. There was an Evil X, too, which is like a climbing wall, but you climb up the Xs. We learned about nature. We saw a stream that had overflowed. The grass was laying flat and it was muddy. We found wild onions. They were really squishy and smelled like real onions. We did a scavenger hunt. We found spider-webs, moss, scarecrows, and golden and red leaves. We saw a corn maze. We found golden and silver crystals. We found a rock that was smooth because a lot of water had gone over it. Where a tree fell down they turned it into a bridge with wooden rails. We saw a frog, a gar-den snake, a deer, a fox and a centi-pede. We decided to leave them in nature because that’s their home. Our teachers wanted us to learn about nature and animals. When you go in nature you should think about the animals and you should be careful and stay on the track. And don’t leave trash, or you’re not keeping the Earth clean.

— Amina Bradford, Paige Fredrickson and

Mina Holtzman, first-graders

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■ Pianist Karolina Syrovátková will perform “The Makropulos Project.” 6 p.m. $10 donation suggested; reservations required by Nov. 16. Embassy of the Czech Republic, 3900 Spring of Freedom St. NW. makropulosproject.eventbrite.com.

■ “Evenings With Extraordinary Artists” will present the Beau Soir Ensemble per-forming works by Puccini, Debussy, Scarlat-ti and Granados. 6:30 p.m. $20; reserva-tions required by Nov. 16. Arts Club of Washington, 2017 I St. NW. 202-331-7282.

■ Washington Performing Arts will fea-ture cellist Sang-Eun Lee and pianist Nor-een Polera presenting works by Stravinsky, Crumb, Brahms and Rachmaninoff. 7 p.m. $40. Terrace Theater, Kennedy Center. 202-467-4600.

■ Musician Joe Fletcher will perform a solo set. 7:30 p.m. Free. Gypsy Sally’s Vinyl Lounge, 3401 K St. NW. gypsysallys.com.

■ Flamenco guitarist Paco Pena will perform. 8 p.m. $30 to $50. Lisner Audito-rium, George Washington University, 730 21st St. NW. 202-994-6800.

■ The Stray Birds and the Honeycutters will perform. 8:30 p.m. $12 to $15. Gypsy Sally’s, 3401 K St. NW. gypsysallys.com.

Discussions and lectures■ Thomas J. Christensen, professor of

politics at Princeton University and former deputy assistant secretary of state for East

Asian and Pacific affairs, will discuss his book “The China Challenge: Shaping the Choices of a Rising Power.” 2 to 3:30 p.m. Free; reservations required. Mortara Center for International Studies, Georgetown University, 1248 36th St. NW. mortara.georgetown.edu.

■ Bruce Barcott will discuss his book “Weed the People: The Future of Legal Marijuana in America.” 6:30 p.m. Free. Busboys and Poets Takoma, 235 Carroll St. NW. 202-726-0856.

■ The World Affairs Council will host a talk by Kim Beazley, ambassador of Austra-lia to the U.S. 6:30 to 8 p.m. $25 to $35; reservations required by Nov. 13. Embassy of Australia, 1601 Massachusetts Ave. NW. worldaffairsdc.org.

■ Independent scholar Bill Keene will discuss “Castles, Country Houses, and ‘Cottages’: Family Seats and Grand Retreats in Britain and America.” 6:45 to 9 p.m. $30 to $42. S. Dillon Ripley Center, 1100 Jefferson Drive SW. 202-633-3030.

■ Elaine Sciolino will discuss her book “The Only Street in Paris: Life on the Rue des Martyrs.” 7 p.m. Free. Politics and Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-364-1919.

■ “Drawn From the Headlines: Commu-nication and Political Cartoons” will feature panelists David Sipress, Tom Toles, Jen Sorensen, Keith Knight and Signe Wilkin-son. 7 p.m. Free. McGowan Theater, National Archives Building, Constitution Avenue between 7th and 9th streets NW. 202-357-5000.

■ The D.C. Public Library’s “Books &

Bars” club will discuss “The Antelope Wife” by Louise Erdrich. 7 p.m. Free; reservations requested. Gordon Biersch Brewery, 900 F St. NW. [email protected].

■ Claire Huschle, director of the Arts Management Program at George Mason University, will discuss “Issues in Arts Man-agement — Working With Artists.” 7 p.m. Free. Georgetown Library, 3260 R St. NW. 202-727-0232.

■ Russian-born artist Luba Sterlikova and former Kreeger Museum curator Erich Keel will discuss “Art + Design: Vienna 1900.” 7:30 to 9 p.m. Free; reservations required. Austrian Cultural Forum, 3524 International Court NW. acfdc.org.

■ The Georgetown Library’s Twentythir-tysomething Book Club will discuss Suki Kim’s 2014 book “Without You, There Is No Us: My Time With the Sons of North Korea’s Elite.” 7:30 p.m. Free; reservations requested. Mad Fox Tap Room, 2218 Wis-consin Ave. NW. [email protected].

■ Joseph Haj, director of Folger The-atre’s production of “Pericles,” will share creative insights into the show. 7:30 p.m. $20. Folger Shakespeare Library, 201 East Capitol St. SE. folger.edu.

Films■ The Washington National Cathedral

will present “The Wanted 18,” about a lit-tle-known incident involving 18 dairy cows during the First Intifada between the resi-dents of a small Palestinian town and Israeli security. A discussion led by co-director Amer Shomali and Just Vision executive director Suhad Babaa will follow.

7 p.m. Free; reservations required. Perry Auditorium, Washington National Cathe-dral, Massachusetts and Wisconsin ave-nues NW. cathedral.org.

■ The French Cinémathèque series will feature François Ozon’s gender-bending melodrama “The New Girlfriend.” 8 p.m. $8.75 to $11.75. Avalon Theatre, 5612 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-966-6000.

Performances and readings■ The Picnic Theatre Company will

present a casual cocktail event with a per-formance of Alfred Hitchcock’s “The 39 Steps,” directed by Karim Chrobog. 7:30 p.m. $12 to $15. Belle Vue Ballroom, Dumbarton House, 2715 Q St. NW. 202-333-2075. The performance will repeat Thursday and Friday at 7:30 p.m.

Special events■ Victorino Matus, author of “Vodka:

How a Colorless, Flavorless, Odorless Spirit Conquered America,” and Fabian Malone, popular D.C. cocktail craftsman, will explain how to craft non-alcoholic versions of three of America’s favorite cocktails. 5:30 p.m. Free; reservations required. National Archives Building, Constitution Avenue between 7th and 9th streets NW. [email protected].

■ Photographer Lauren Everett will present her book “People Like Us: The Cult of the Rocky Horror Picture Show” at an event with singing and dancing by a cast of performers. 7 p.m. Free. Upshur Street Books, 827 Upshur St. NW. upshurstreetbooks.com.

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