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Inspired by Potomac artists nearly 10 years ago, plastichorses were painted and sold for charitable purposes.

Above is the only one that was sent to greener pastures.For years it has been “stabled” in a Potomac shopping

center, first, for just a few days, in front of the old Surreysaddlery and gift shop. Subsequently, it went to graze in

front of the bank, sandwiched between Chicos and the hairsalon. Now, once again, it has trotted off, this time to graze

behind the shopping center across from the Tally Ho’sback door. Next stop? Getting gassed at Mitch and Bill’s?

Inspired by Potomac artists nearly 10 years ago, plastichorses were painted and sold for charitable purposes.

Above is the only one that was sent to greener pastures.For years it has been “stabled” in a Potomac shopping

center, first, for just a few days, in front of the old Surreysaddlery and gift shop. Subsequently, it went to graze in

front of the bank, sandwiched between Chicos and the hairsalon. Now, once again, it has trotted off, this time to graze

behind the shopping center across from the Tally Ho’sback door. Next stop? Getting gassed at Mitch and Bill’s?

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The election of the nine-member Baha’i Local Spiri-tual Assembly took place in

Potomac last month. Baha’i elec-tions occur at the local level annu-ally on April 21, at the start of a 12-day festival celebrating the an-nouncement by Baha’u’llah (“Gloryof God,” 1817-1892) that he wasthe Prophet-Founder of the Baha’iFaith.

The Local Spiritual Assemblyoversees the activities that are at theheart of Baha’i community life, in-cluding children’s classes, devo-tional services, study groups, discus-sions on issues of global importance,activities for youth and junioryouth, and Holy Day celebrations.

These activities are open to allPotomac residents.

“Baha’i elections are unique,” saidKatherine Larson, the newly electedSecretary of the governing body.

“There are no campaigns, nomi-nations or canvassing, and everyadult Baha’i can vote for nine indi-viduals whom they think can bestserve the community.”

Qualifications include selfless devotion,a well-trained mind, recognized ability andmature experience.

The newly elected Baha’i Local Spiritual Assembly include, back row, fromleft, Barbara Talley, Gisu Mohadjer, Ala Rahmi, Shahrzad Rowhani, KamehBahrami, Evelyn Pesantez, and, front row, from left, Behrouz Rahmi (trea-surer), Guilda Mahmoudi (chair) and Katherine Larson (secretary).

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The Baha’i Faith is an independent, mono-theistic world religion. Baha’is believe inunity, equality of all people, the harmonyof science and religion, the elimination of

severe economic inequality and all preju-dices, and that all major religions are de-rived from and follow the same God.

Visit www.Bahai.org.

Email [email protected]. In-clude date, time, location, description and contact forevent: phone, email and/or website. Deadline isThursday at noon, at least two weeks before event.

SCHOOL REGISTRATIONPrekindergarten and Head Start

Registration. Walk-in applications are beingaccepted Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4p.m., at the Rocking Horse Road Center, 4910Macon Road, Room 141 in Rockville.Prekindergarten and Head Start for income-eligible children who will be 4 years old by Sept.1, 2014, for the 2014-2015 school year. Call301-230-0676 or visitwww.montgomeryschoolsmd.org for more.

Kindergarten Orientation. Sessions will takeplace through May 30, for children who willenter kindergarten in the 2014-2015 schoolyear. During orientation, parents and studentswill meet the school principal, kindergartenteachers and other staff members. Children whowill be 5 years old on or before Sept. 1, 2014can be enrolled in kindergarten. Call 301-230-0691 or visit www.montgomeryschoolsmd.orgfor more.

FRIDAY/MAY 30Autism Night Out. 6-8 p.m. at the Public Safety

Training Academy, 9710 Great Seneca Highway,Rockville. Police will demonstrate specializedequipment and answer questions, caregivers candevelop a 911 “script” with police help. Hostedby Montgomery County Police Department andAutism Speaks. Contact Officer Laurie Reyes orOfficer Tara Wimmer at 301-840-2788 [email protected] [email protected]. Visitwww.mymcpnews.com/2014/05/22/save-the-date-autism-night-out-is-friday-may-30.

MONDAY/JUNE 9Civic Federation Meeting. 7:45-10 p.m. at the

County Council Office Building, 100 MarylandAve., Rockville. Topic is transportation. DanWilhelm, transportation chair, will presentupdates and answer questions. Visitwww.montgomerycivic.org.

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The Primary Election for Mont-gomery County state and localoffices, plus members of Con-gress, is Tuesday, June 24, 2014.

If you want some choice in who will rep-resent you on County Council, as CountyExecutive, in the Maryland General Assem-bly, now is the time to engage. If you thinkit doesn’t matter much, these are the peoplewho make land use decisions, decide whatto do with county property, who set tax

rates, who decide how much money will goto schools, who control services that affecttraffic and many other things that affectquality of life more than anything that hap-pens at a national level.

Currently, all of Montgomery County isrepresented by Democrats at all levels.

This week, the Almanac continues cover-age of particular races that will be decidedin the primary election with County Execu-tive. Candidates responded to our request

for information about why their candidacymatters, and why in Potomac in particular.Candidates also provided a short bio. Theseresponses have been edited for length, butare in the candidates’ own words.

In coming weeks, we will publish re-sponses from candidates for County Coun-cil at Large, and candidates for State Sen-ate and Delegate from Districts 15 and 16.

There are nine members of the CountyCouncil, five district members and four at-large members. Every Potomac resident isrepresented by the District 1 councilmemberand the four at-large members.

IMPORTANT DATES❖ Monday, June 2, is the last day to re-

quest an absentee ballot by mail; call 240-777-VOTE or download an application athttp://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/E l e c t i o n s / A b s e n t e e /AbsenteeApplication.html

❖ June 3: deadline to register to vote andbe able to vote in the primary on June 23.

❖ June 12-19: early voting starts on theThursday, June 12, and runs for eight daysthrough the Thursday before the election.Montgomery County offers nine early vot-ing centers. Voting hours each day at alllocations will be from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Theclosest site to Potomac is at the ExecutiveOffice Building, 101 Monroe St., Rockville.

❖ June 23, Election Day, voting placesopen 7 a.m.-8 p.m.

Three Battle for County ExecutiveTechnically June 24 is the primary, butalmost certainly, the primary winners willwin in November.

See Leggett, Page 7See Andrews, Page 7

Phil AndrewsBio: Phil Andrews has served

on the County Council since 1998(representing District 3 -Gaithersburg-Rockville), andserved as president of the Coun-cil during The Great Recession of2008-09. He has chaired theCouncil’s Public Safety Commit-tee since 2000, served on the Edu-cation Committee since 2006, andis the former chair of the Region’sEmergency Preparedness Counciland the County’s Domestic Vio-lence Coordinating Council.

Andrews was the chief sponsor of Montgomery County’sLiving Wage law, Smoke-free Restaurant law, the law thatreformed the County’s abused disability retirement system,the law that expanded employment opportunities for quali-fied people with severe disabilities, and the law that re-pealed the requirement that pensions be calculated as if acanceled pay raise had not been, saving taxpayers $280million. He is also the chief sponsor of the pending billthat would establish the region’s first public financing sys-tem for County elections.

Prior to his election to the Council, Andrews served asexecutive director of Common Cause Maryland (1988-1994), where he led efforts that resulted in the first limitson PAC contributions in state and county elections, andstrengthened the state’s Open Meetings law. Andrewsserved as the first director of Montgomery County’s award-winning AmeriCorps national service program (1994-1998), and as a field manager for the League of Conserva-tion Voters (1981-1986) to protect our environment.Andrews holds a master’s degree in governmental admin-istration from the University of Pennsylvania (1992), anda bachelor’s degree in political science from Bucknell Uni-versity (1981). Andrews lives in Gaithersburg with his wife,Staci Daddona, and their son.

WHY MY CANDIDACY MATTERS:I am the only candidate running for County Executive

who accepts no campaign funds from the interest groups— developers, unions, corporations, PACs — with whomthe County Executive negotiates on the public’s behalf.Combined with my extensive experience in County gov-ernment as a 16-year member of the County Council andthe former director of the County’s AmeriCorps program,my unique level of independence from interest groups en-ables me to always make decisions that are in the long-

Doug Duncan (D)Bio: A Montgomery County

native, Doug Duncan and his 12siblings grew up in the Twinbrookneighborhood of Rockville, hometo working class families.Duncan’s dad came to this coun-try from France as a teenager,serving in World War II and at theNSA, and later teaching in theMontgomery County PublicSchools ESOL program. His mom,Ellie, along with raising 13 chil-dren, worked at the MontgomeryCounty Circuit Court and was a local Democratic activist.

Duncan graduated from Columbia University in threeyears to help his family save money so that his youngersiblings could also afford to go to college. At age 26 hewas elected to the Rockville City Council. After serving threeterms, he ran for Mayor of Rockville where he would servethree terms. In 1994, Duncan ran for Montgomery CountyExecutive in order to help lead the county he grew up in.He was elected to an unprecedented three terms as Mont-gomery County Executive.

Duncan has always stressed that providing a world-classeducation for everyone, particularly those communities thatneed the most help, is paramount and pays dividends. Byinvesting heavily in early childhood education, reducingclass size and hiring the best teachers, he knows that sucha goal can be reached because as Montgomery County Ex-ecutive he helped achieve it for thousands of students.

Duncan knows that creating an economic environmentto attract the best, high earning jobs for families through-out the county is essential. Duncan helped make Mont-gomery County the economic engine for Maryland andadded more than 85,000 jobs during his time in officethrough revitalizing downtown Silver Spring, building theMusic Center at Strathmore, and creating the county’s busi-ness incubator program to name a few. And this economicgrowth occurred even while weathering two recessionsduring his tenure.

Montgomery County has changed quite a bit overDuncan’s lifetime. However, he knows that all residentsstill care about the same things: an excellent education fortheir children, a rewarding job that pays a good wage, anda community in which we can all spend more time enjoy-ing each others’ company than in traffic.

He lives in Rockville with his wife of 33 years, Barbara,where they raised their five children: Michael, Andrew,John, Thomas and Conor.

http://dougduncan.com/

Ike LeggettBio: Our current County Execu-

tive, president of the County Ex-ecutives of America, and a deco-rated Vietnam veteran, IkeLeggett, has built a record of pub-lic service marked by convictionto principle, leadership, and awillingness to take on tough fightsand make hard choices.

He is currently in his secondterm as the County Executive.Leggett also served four terms asan At-Large Member (1986 -2002), and served as the Council’s President three times(1991, 1998, 1999) and as its Vice-President three times(1990, 1997 and 2002). As a Council Member, he chairedthe Council’s Transportation and Environment Committeeand served on the Education Committee. Currently, heserves as President of the County Executives of Americaand is the incoming President of Maryland Association ofCounties.

Leggett’s other political service includes chairing theMaryland Democratic Party from December 2002 - Decem-ber 2004, which involved working with local officialsthroughout the State of Maryland.

In earlier leadership experience he served as a Captainin the United States Army, where his service in VietnamWar earned him the Bronze Star Medal, the Vietnam Ser-vice, and Vietnam Campaign Medals. As an administrativeaide for Congressman Parren Mitchell of Maryland’s 7thCongressional District, he focused on small business con-cerns.

In 1977, Leggett was selected as a White House Fellow,one of a small number of citizens selected from across thecountry for their exemplary civic, professional and educa-tional achievement. He served as a Professor of Law at theHoward University Law School from 1975 – 2006, and ranthe day-to-day operations of the Law School as its Assis-tant Dean from 1979 - 1986.

We are fortunate to live in one of the nation’s best placesto raise a family, obtain an education, earn a living, andbuild a business. Moving into the future, I will build onwhat is now a strong foundation, and working together,we will accomplish great things for our children, our fami-lies, our communities.

EDUCATIONOf everything that we do to strengthen the County, the

most important investment that we make is in our nearly

Phil Andrews Doug Duncan Ike Leggett


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It is not often one gets to witness thehanging of a judge. However, this wasrecently the case (pardon the pun) at theU.S. District Court for the District of

Maryland.The Hon. Roger W. Titus, who over 10 years

ago was appointed a federal judge to the Mary-land court, was about to be hung. However,he wouldn’t be alone in the process. He wouldjoin three previous hangings in this relativelynew federal courthouse building in Greenbeltthat was a Baltimore-located institution formore than 200 years.

Titus, who with his wife of 52 years,Catherine, chairman of the MontgomeryCounty Board of Appeals, and their children,Richard and Mark Titus and Paula Titus Laboy,have called the Potomac area home for 22 yearsand he will be the first to tell you, “I am a life-long Montgomery County resident.”

He will also tell you that he and his friendand fellow Judge, Peter J. Messitte, are bothBethesda Chevy Chase High School graduates,and don’t forget it. In the class of 1959, theywere among those who heard then Sen. JohnF. Kennedy deliver the commencement address.“Messitte was so inspired by the speech givenin the boys gymnasium at BCC, that followinghis graduation from college, he joined thePeace Corps,” Titus related, adding, “he is alsothe guy who urged me to apply for the federaljudgeship in Greenbelt.”

The gavel must have slammed down with abang. Titus, now 70 years old, the age federaljudges are allowed to apply for “Senior Sta-tus,” had been practicing law in Rockville for37 years, many of those years in what was oncethe Suburban Trust Company building. It washe who recently remarked, as if it were a per-sonal loss, “Go to Rockville and see what hashappened. They have torn down most every-thing including my old office.”

But Senior U.S. District Judge Messitte’s per-suasive advice to then attorney Roger Titusprevailed and he was appointed the 42nd Fed-eral District judge in Maryland. Sworn in at aformal service at the Greenbelt courthouse, thetwo Bethesda Chevy Chase High School class-mates often refer to the occasion as their “highschool reunion.”

Also numbered among the five distinguishedspeakers at the May 8, more-than-an-hour-long program, was the Hon. Paul Mannes, aU.S. Bankruptcy Judge whose former law prac-tice offices were in Rockville. During his re-marks, Mannes made reference to the timewhen he noticed there were very few interna-tional law firms in Rockville that included acable address on their letterheads. He admit-ted to taking it upon himself to stop by thelocal Western Union office and arrange for acable address, “Rock Law,” to add to his legalstationery head.

Mannes, in his address to more than a hun-dred colleagues, close friends and family at-tending “the judge’s hanging,” suggested thatattorneys are subject to whimsy. Furthermore,Titus, upon hearing of his friend’s mischief, alsovisited Western Union. He arranged for a “LawRock” letterhead. Not that they were ever used,

but Titus never forgot the incident. Years later,while traveling in London, he cabled back toRockville with the message, “ Law Rock domi-nates.”

Even judges enjoy a little fun. U.S. Magis-trate Judge Charles B. Day, during his tributeto Titus, referred to a 6 a.m. program in thecourthouse exercise room, in which they bothparticipated, as “our breakfast club.”

The reference to numerous legal pranks wasby far outnumbered with praise and admira-tion for the “hanging judge’s” remarkable ca-reer, not only in a legal capacity, but as a phi-lanthropist. Titus served on the board of di-rectors at Suburban Hospital for 14 years, in-cluding times during expansion programs andthree years as the board chairman. He was alsopresident of the Maryland State Bar Associa-tion and an adjunct professor at theGeorgetown University Law Center, were a fewof his volunteer endeavors mentioned by theprogram speakers. Of all the speakers at theceremony the only one who spoke extempora-neously, sans any notes whatsoever and seem-ingly straight from the heart, was Montgom-ery County Executive Isaiah “Ike” Leggett.

“He was there for me in one of my worsthours,” Leggett said, prior to praising the judgeas “one of the best lawyers I have ever known.”Leggett not only earned law degrees fromHoward University and George WashingtonUniversity, but has taught law, thus adding sub-stance to his remarks. In return, Titus was later

heard telling a friend, “He [Ike] has an amaz-ing photographic memory, the likes of which Ihave never before known. He’s not only bril-liant, but such a modest guy.”

When it came time for the “judge’s hanging”the Titus family gathered around a life-like oilpainting by portrait artist Ned Bittinger whoseresume includes, among many others, threeformer Secretaries of State, Henry Kissinger,James Baker, III, and Lawrence Eagleburger.Bittinger, of Santa Fe, N.M., spent nine monthson the Titus job, including numerous sittingsby the judge at the Greenbelt courthouse wherethe finished product will hang.

At the reception following the unveiling,Titus explained he will have “a full docket ofcases for, at the very least, another year.” Per-haps after that he and his wife will find moretime to spend at their vacation home in VeroBeach, Fla., where, as he said, “the weatherwon’t be as horrible as this past winter inPotomac.” Trips to the golf course will replacetrips on the snow-covered Washington beltway.

And perhaps when he is recognized by hisfriends and associates on the golf course, orhas his photo taken of a spectacular shot to behung in the clubhouse, it will be noted as theunveiling of a golf enthusiast. In the formalprogram of Titus’ “Portrait Ceremony” the oc-casion was accurately called the “Unveiling ofthe Portrait.”

But, be honest. Witnessing “the hanging of ajudge” is a real gotcha.

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Judge Titus Hung with Three Others

Judge Roger W. Titus poses with his granddaughter, Emily Titus, at the May8 portrait ceremony at the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland.Emily was among the more than 100 guests who witnessed “the hanging ofthe judge.”

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Aditya Dash, a graduating senior at WinstonChurchill High School, has been named one of 565semifinalists in the 2014 U.S. Presidential Schol-ars Program.

In the 2013 Junior Achievement Essay compe-tition, Jonathan S. Rasch, a junior at WaltWhitman High School, won first place and will re-ceive a $10,000 scholarship. The competition,

coordinated by Junior Achievement of GreaterWashington, asked students from the region tocompete for scholarships by writing an essay inresponse to: “Which will do more to improve lifein the United States over the next decade, businessentrepreneurs or social entrepreneurs? Why?”

The competition is sponsored by David M.Rubenstein, co-founder and co-CEO of The CarlyleGroup.

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Ask A Realtor®You’re ready to market your house, or you’reready to buy one—congratulations on this newexciting step in your life! Now, the question is,How do you do it? The first thing to keep inmind is: Don’t go it alone! The modern realestate market is tricky, and full of industry lan-guage that can often leave the layman scratchingtheir head. In the wake of recent industry tur-moil, lenders and banks have tightened uprestrictions of loan qualification—whether buy-ing or selling, the best path to success is with acertified, professional Realtor® at your side toguide you through the process and advocate foryour needs in real estate. Now that you’ve madethe wise choice to engage the services of a profes-sional Realtor®, how do you go about finding theone that’s right for you? What guidelines are yougoing to use to choose a Realtor®, one you canrelate to and who can do the best job for you?Start with these questions:

• How long have you been in the business?Experience is key when hiring a Realtor®, espe-cially in a highly specialized market. Contactsmade through the years are invaluable and cancut time on the market. Is the Realtor® youwant experienced enough?

• What’s your best marketing plan for myneeds?In other words, How will you sell my home?What tools will you use to approach the sale ofmy home? Will you focus on one form or market-ing, or is your approach to marketing multi-faceted?

• Do you have references, and would yoube willing to let me contact your formerclients? Ask former clients/customers whattheir experience with the Realtor® was like, howthey handled details and how their team workedtogether. Nothing will sell a house faster than acoordinted effort by a team.

• What haven’t I asked you that I need toknow?There will always be questions. How your futureRealtor® answers them can tell you a lot abouttheir knowledge and how you will interacttogether as a team. You always want a Realtor®who hears you, addresses your concerns anddeals head-on with any questions you may have.

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WEDNESDAY/MAY 28Concert. 8 p.m. at Ohr Kodesh

Congregation, 8300 MeadowbrookLane, Chevy Chase. Zemer Chai choirconcert “In Every Age” with specialguests, HaZamir of Baltimore andworld premiere of original pieceperformed by Robyn Helzner.General admission $20 in advance,$25 at the door, preferred tickets$40. Visit www.zemerchai.org. Call301-963-3462.

THURSDAY/MAY 29Outdoor Concert. 6-8 p.m. at

Veterans Park, at the corner ofWoodmont and Norfolk Avenues. FloAnito plays rock and pop originals.Free. Call 301-215-6660 or visitwww.bethesda.org.

FRIDAY/MAY 30Jazz Performance. 7:30 p.m. at the

Mansion at Strathmore, 10701Rockville Pike, North Bethesda. QuietNights: Ron Kearns Quartet withSpecial Guest Michael Thomas. $28.Part of Strathmore’s Jazz SambaProject. Call 301-581-5100 or visitwww.strathmore.org.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY/MAY 30-JUNE 1Art Exhibit. Noon-5 p.m. at the Yellow

Barn Studio Gallery at Glen EchoPark, 7300 MacArthur Blvd. Art byCarole Pierson and Vanessa Piche.Visit www.yellowbarnstudio.com.

Middle School Theater. At St.Andrew’s Episcopal School, 8804Postoak Road, Potomac. HooverMiddle School presents Gilbert andSullivan’s “The Mikado.” Friday andSaturday, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, 3 p.m.Tickets $5 at the door. ContactPamela Leighton-Bilik [email protected].

SATURDAY/MAY 31Art Exhibit Opening Reception. 2-4

p.m. at the Mansion at Strathmore,10701 Rockville Pike, NorthBethesda. For multimedia exhibitBringing Bossa Nova to the UnitedStates, on display May 31-June 15.Part of Strathmore’s Jazz SambaProject. Call 301-581-5100 or visitwww.strathmore.org.

Art Auction. 7-10 p.m. at VisArts atRockville Artist Concourse, 155 GibbsSt., Rockville. “Small Is Beautiful,” asilent auction featuring smallartwork, starting at $25. Tickets $25in advance (two for $40) or $35 atthe door. Music, performance, foodand drink. Visitwww.visartsatrockville.org/small-is-beautiful.

Balalaika Orchestra Concert. 8p.m. at the F. Scott FitzgeraldTheatre, 603 Edmonston Drive,Rockville. The Washington BalalaikaSociety Orchestra presents “Bayanand Beyond!” with Kiev guest artistsVolodymyr and Natalia Marunych.Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 forseniors, $15 for students, free forchildren 12 and under. Call 240-314-8690 or visit www.balalaika.org.

SATURDAY-SUNDAY/MAY 31-JUNE 1Washington Folk Festival. Noon-7

p.m. at Glen Echo Park, 7300MacArthur Blvd. More than 400 areamusicians, storytellers, dancers andcrafters, with more than 100performances on seven stages. Free,rain or shine. Free shuttle from theGEICO Parking Lot at 4608 Willard

Ave., Chevy Chase. Visitwww.washingtonfolkfestival.org.

Art Exhibit. At the Yellow BarnGallery, Glen Echo Park, 7300MacArthur Blvd. Art by CarolePierson and Vanessa Piche. Galleryhours Saturday and Sunday, noon-5p.m. www.yellowbarnstudio.com.

SUNDAY/JUNE 1Wine Fundraiser. 6-9 p.m. at The

Winery at Olney, 18127 Town CenterDrive, Olney. Wagging for Wines, afundraiser for the MontgomeryCounty Humane Society. Winetasting, treats for people and dogs,silent auction and more. $25 perperson. Limited to 75 guests andwell-behaved dogs on leashes. Visitwww.eventbrite.com/e/wagging-for-wines-a-fundraiser-to-benefit-the-montgomery-county-humane-society-tickets-11285297629.

MONDAY/JUNE 2Film Screening. 7 p.m. at the Mansion

at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike,North Bethesda. World premierescreening of the new documentary“Birth of Bossa,” which explores theroots of bossa nova. $12. Part ofStrathmore’s Jazz Samba Project. Call301-581-5100 or visitwww.strathmore.org.

TUESDAY/JUNE 3Tea and Piano Concert. 1 p.m. at the

Mansion at Strathmore, 10701Rockville Pike, North Bethesda. Jazzpianist Wayne Wilentz provides thescore for a Brazilian spin onStrathmore’s traditional high tea.$28. Part of Strathmore’s Jazz SambaProject. Call 301-581-5100 or visitwww.strathmore.org.

Children’s Chorus Concert. 7:30p.m. at the Music Center atStrathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane,North Bethesda. The StrathmoreChildren’s Chorus, joined by theMaryland Classic Youth Orchestrasand the Maryland State Boychoir.$15. Call 301-581-5100 or visitwww.strathmore.org.

Live Music. 8 p.m. at Bethesda Blues &Jazz Supper Club, 7719 WisconsinAve., Bethesda. Global pop/rockband Pablo Cruise. Doors open at 6p.m. $30. Visitwww.bethesdabluesjazz.com.

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THURSDAY/JUNE 5Outdoor Concert. 6-8 p.m. at

Veterans Park, at the corner ofWoodmont and Norfolk Avenues.Arman Ntep plays African. Free. Call301-215-6660 or visitwww.bethesda.org.

Brazilian Jazz Concert. 7:30 and9:30 p.m. at the Mansion atStrathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike,North Bethesda. Romero Lubamboand Duduka da Fonseca with friends,including Chuck Redd. $35. Part ofStrathmore’s Jazz Samba Project. Call301-581-5100 or visitwww.strathmore.org.

Chamber Music. 8 p.m. at the MusicCenter at Strathmore, 5301Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda.The Evermay Chamber, an ensemblewith nine artists from five continents,performing work from Tchaikovskyand Saint-Saëns. $25. Call 301-581-5100 or visit www.strathmore.org.

Live Music. 8 p.m. at Bethesda Blues &Jazz Supper Club, 7719 WisconsinAve., Bethesda. Next Big Thingpresents: Satisfaction, the

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FRIDAY/JUNE 6Concert. 8 p.m. at the Music Center at

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Live Music. 8 p.m. at Bethesda Blues &Jazz Supper Club, 7719 WisconsinAve., Bethesda. Diane Schuurperforms. $25 in advance, $35 dayof. www.bethesdabluesjazz.com.


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Just as “everyone knows Geico can saveyou 15 percent in 15 minutes,” that is, ifyou watch television, listen to radio, accessthe Internet or even sit on the beach atOcean City and watch the single-engineplanes flying by pulling banners; so too dopeople know that when your primary carephysician tells you that you need to meetwith an oncologist to discuss your recentmedical results, you should bring along fam-ily, friends, advocates, doctors, lawyers, etc.(your presumptive “team”), because, well,you know why: your life may depend on it.

It’s also common, anecdotal knowledgethat the patient receiving the diagnosis (inmy case, a cancer diagnosis), is likely nothearing as many words as they think theyare hearing. Moreover, as much as thepatient is listening and concentrating onwhat the doctor is saying, the shock of thewords, especially after the “c” word isuttered, does something to your cognitivefunctioning. It doesn’t exactly stop, but it’sno longer working as efficiently. Hours later(or even minutes later, outside of the doc-tor’s office), when you’re reviewing and dis-cussing – and attempting to digest thewords/diagnosis/prognosis you just heard,and perhaps even consider the treatmentprotocols recommended and the likely dra-matic change in your life/future (heck, pres-ent), it all becomes a blur and your memoryis hardly what you remember. It’s not ablank by any means, but neither is it asclear and concise as you expected it to be.

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Unfortunately, there’s no real prepara-tion or training for this kind of experience.As strong and as capable as you may thinkyou are, a cancer diagnosis disrupts every-thing. At the initial meeting with youroncologist, what you hear and what youremember are not always the same. “Team”members can confirm what was said, andthere’s lots of comfort in that at a timewhen, somehow, some way, you need to becomfortable.

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term interest of our County. I won’t make back roomdeals regarding public land, as occurred with the Brick-yard Road property. I won’t agree to excessive pay andbenefit increases to win endorsements of County unions,as has been the practice for years. And I will continueto take on powerful interest groups when the publicinterest requires it, as I did when I led the multi-yearbattle that reformed the County’s abused disability re-tirement program, resisting and overcoming fierce pres-sure from the Fraternal Order of Police and other Countyunions to back down.

If we are going to continue to have the funds we needfor important services and progressive programs whilekeeping taxes at levels that don’t cause people to leavethe County, we must have a County Executive who iseffective at protecting Montgomery County from beingused as an ATM in Annapolis, who says no when corpo-rations and unions and other interest groups ask for toomuch, and who is committed to create a business cli-mate, workforce, and transportation system that willgrow jobs, especially green jobs, while protecting theenvironment. Please read my plan, “Securing our Fu-ture”, describing in detail my vision for MontgomeryCounty, which can be found on my website atwww.philandrews.com

150,000 public school students. Although the public schoolsaccount for more than half of the entire County budget,they are the foundation for an infinitely larger share of theCounty’s future.

That is why — even during the most challenging fiscalyears — I have supported the Montgomery County PublicSchools budget at nearly 100 percent of their budget re-quest. And that is why we have provided additional re-sources for building new schools and modernizing exist-ing schools.

Every dollar that we invest in education reaps a richharvest of excellence — now and in the years to come.

When families think about moving to MontgomeryCounty and when companies consider location options,they take notice of our 35 National Blue Ribbon schools.They also are aware that our SAT scores are 153 pointsabove the national average combined score, and that wehad 137 National Merit Scholar semifinalists last year.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITYEffective government begins with fiscal responsibility,

with getting back to basics, and with a County govern-ment that pays its bills, lives within its means, and tellsthe truth about its finances. My administration has donejust that.

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County taxes as share of personal income has gonedown 10 percent since I took over as County Execu-tive.

I reversed unsustainable County government spend-ing increases that totaled 42 percent in the four yearsbefore I took office — more than 10 percent every yearunder the previous administration.

During my first five years in office, there was zerogrowth in County government spending — despite aninflation rate of 8 percent and a 12 percent increase inCounty population.

County spending actually decreased in 2011— thelowest rate of growth in 18 years. During my tenure,County government tax-supported spending has goneup an average of two percent per year, and over thiseight-year period, I have closed nearly $3 billion inbudget shortfalls.

I accomplished this with hard choices and reducingthe size of County government, including eliminating10 percent of County government workforce positionsfrom 2008 to 2011, reducing health and retirementbenefits for County employees.

As a result of these difficult decisions, we are in amuch better financial position today and as we moveforward into the future.

The Whitman baseball teamreached the 4A West region fi-nal for the third time in sixyears, but the Vikings were

again left searching for the program’s firstchampionship.

Whitman lost to Gaithersburg 5-4 on May16 at Kelley Park, ending its season one winshy of the state tournament. The Vikingsscored four runs in the first inning and led4-3 entering the sixth, but the Trojansscored a pair in the sixth to pull out thewin.

“I thought we finally had Gaithersburg,”Whitman head coach Joe Cassidy wrote inan email. “They have knocked us out of theplayoffs in 2008, 2010, 2011 and now 2014.We got them in 2012, but we still owe themsome. The difference was their seniorpitcher, who was 8-0 going into the game.We did the best we could with our kids, buttheir kid was the difference on the mound.You have to give them all the credit.”

Whitman finished with three hits. MaxVogel went 1-for-3 with a triple and threeRBIs. Andrew Cashmere was 1-for-2 withan RBI, and Ben Castagnetti went 1-for-4.

The Vikings reached the region champi-onship game for the first time in programhistory in 2009, but lost to Quince Orchard.Whitman returned in 2012, but lost to even-tual state champion Northwest. This sea-son, the Vikings entered the postseason asthe No. 3 seed in Section I of the region.Whitman beat Walter Johnson 11-0,knocked off Bethesda-Chevy Chase 11-3and defeated Blair 6-5 to emerge from thesection before falling to Gaithersburg, theNo. 1 seed in Section II, in the region final.

“[I’m] very frustrated to not win the re-gion, but since the school had zero appear-ances from 1961-2008, I am still very proudwe have been able to now consistently getto that game,” Cassidy wrote. “We will even-tually get past that game. I know it.”

Whitman finished the season with a 15-6record, winning nine of its final 11 games.

Cassidy credited assistant coaches PatSkellchock, TJ Caswell, Steve Sutherlandand Tom Berlin with helping develop theplayers.

Vogel, a senior catcher, finished the sea-son batting .483 with 29 hits, including 10for extra bases. He scored 22 runs, produced

22 RBIs, and threw out 60percent of would-be base-stealers.

Senior second basemanCastagnetti batted .437 with28 hits, nine for extra bases,and finished with 21 RBIs.Senior center fielder DrewAherne hit .400, scored 17runs and totaled 20 hits de-spite battling an injury in thesecond half of the season.

Junior pitcher Sam Berson,junior third baseman AlexClark and sophomore pitcher/shortstop Sean Cook projectas the Vikings’ top returningplayers next season. Bersonfinished the season with a 4-1 record and a 1.41 ERA.Clark hit. 344 with 22 hits, 21runs and 18 RBIs. Cook went3-1 on the mound with twosaves and a 2.82 ERA.

“I am very proud,” Cassidywrote, “of the season we hadthis year.”

Whitman Baseball Reaches Region Final

Senior catcher Max Vogel led Whitman with a.483 batting average in 2014.

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The state tennis championships recentlyconcluded with players from Churchill,Whitman and Wootton bringing home statechampionships.

Churchill’s Katie Gauch and ElliottThacker won the mixed doubles champion-

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ship, beating Walter Johnson’s Eden Selaand Justin New, 6-3, 6-2.

In girls’ doubles, Churchill’s Sriya Movvaand Hayley Keats defeated Wootton’s AishaIyer and Katarina Sherman, 4-6, 6-4, 6-2 totake the state title.

Whitman’s Aries Wong won the boys’singles title, beating Wootton’s Titas Bera,6-1, 6-0. Wootton’s Miranda Deng defeatedWhitman’s Kamille Beischova, 6-4, 4-6, 7-5

to win the girls’ singles championship.

Whitman Girls’ LaxWins Region Title

The Whitman girls’ lacrosse team won the4A/3A West region title with a 15-7 victoryover Wootton on May 14. After opening theseason with a 21-1 loss to Good Counsel,

the Vikings won 13 of their next 14 gamesto win the region title. Whitman advancedto the state playoffs, where the Vikings lostto Severna Park, 17-2, on May 16.

Whitman entered the postseason as theNo. 1 seed in Section I and received a first-round bye. The Vikings beat Richard Mont-gomery 12-11 and defeated Walter Johnson12-8 to emerge from the section before beat-ing Wootton in the region final.

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After school’s out, summer seemsto fly by, with vacations, summercamp, sports clinics, team gamesand everything else. But every

year, when fall starts, many wish they haddone just a few more family outings or takenadvantage of the many activities in andaround Potomac.

Here are some fun family leisure oppor-tunities that shouldn’t be missed this sum-mer. Start planning now for a memorablesummer.

WOLF TRAP CHILDREN’STHEATRE-IN-THE-WOODS

Every summer, the Wolf Trap Foundationand National Park Service present WolfTrap’s beloved outdoor theatre for children,which has been a tradition for generations.At Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods, sum-mer is all about music, dance, puppetry, andstorytelling. Performances run from lateJune through mid-August and begin at10:30 a.m., Tuesdays through Saturdays.Shows are approximately 45-60 minutes inlength and are recommended for childrenages 4 and older. To learn more, go towww.wolftrap.org/woods.

LOCUST GROVENATURE PROGRAMS

From story time under the giant Sycamoreto adult Friday Forays around the county,Locust Grove programs delight and informvisitors of all ages. Wander the trails, enjoythe observation deck, explore the exhibitsindoors and out, or discover the wonder ofthe center’s natural playground. Some ofits summer programs include a campfire

and nature walk on June 13 at 6:30 p.m., aFather’s Day program from 1 – 2:30 p.m.on June 15 called “Wild Dads,” and anEvening Stream Splash and Campfire onJune 21 at 5:30 p.m.

Check out its website and sign up for fam-ily adventures. Go to http://w w w . m o n t g o m e r y p a r k s . o r g /nature_centers/locust/#. Locust Grove islocated next to the Cabin John Indoor Ten-nis Courts at 7777 Democracy Blvd.Bethesda. Call 301-299-1990.

GUIDED TRAIL RIDESAND RIDING LESSONS

One doesn’t have to live in the mountains

to experience horseback riding on scenictrails. Enjoy the beauty of the MuddyBranch Stream Valley Park with a guidefrom the Potomac Horse Center.

The center also features riding lessons,dressage, clinics, summer camps, therapeu-tic riding, birthday parties and more. Theyare located at 14211 Quince Orchard Road,North Potomac. Call 301-208-0200 or visitwww.potomachorse.com

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HIKE BILLY GOAT TRAILThere is nothing more fun than hitting

the Billy Goat Trail, just off the C&O Canalnear Old Angler’s Inn. Scramble over theboulders and hike through the forest, end-ing up on a high peak overlooking the rap-ids of the Potomac River. Take a picnic lunchand marvel at the views while basking inthe sunshine. The trail is in three sectionsthat total 4.7 miles altogether — about 4

Fun and Frolicking Through the SummerHere are somesuggestions forfamily activities inand around Potomac.

Hikers can see Virginia from atop Billy Goat Trail.

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June 2014THROUGH AUGUSTCollegiate Baseball League. The

Bethesda Big Train begins its seasonat the Shirley Povich Field in CabinJohn Regional Park, 10600 WestlakeDrive. The Big Train plays in the CalRipken Collegiate Baseball League, awooden-bat collegiate league that hassent athletes to Major LeagueBaseball. Visit www.bigtrain.org formore.

SECOND FRIDAYS/MAY-OCT.Art Walk in the Park. 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Glen Echo Park. Enjoy pottery,calligraphy, glass work, and muchmore. Visit www.glenechopark.org formore.

FRIDAY-SATURDAY/MAY 31-JUNE 1Washington Folk Festival. 12 p.m. -

7 p.m. Glen Echo Park. Enjoy folkmusic, crafts, and traditional dance,as well as storytellers and parade.Free. Visit www.glenechopark.org formore.

MONDAY/JUNE 2Film Screening. 7 p.m. at the Mansion

at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike,North Bethesda. World premierescreening of the new documentary“Birth of Bossa,” which explores theroots of bossa nova and the role ofWashington, D.C.’s musicians inpopularizing the Brazilian bossarhythm in the United States. $12. Partof Strathmore’s Jazz Samba Project.Call 301-581-5100 or visitwww.strathmore.org for more.

TUESDAY/JUNE 3Tea and Piano Concert. 1 p.m. at the

Mansion at Strathmore, 10701Rockville Pike, North Bethesda. Jazzpianist Wayne Wilentz provides thescore for a Brazilian spin onStrathmore’s traditional high tea $28.Part of Strathmore’s Jazz SambaProject. Call 301-581-5100 or visitwww.strathmore.org for more.

WEDNESDAY/JUNE 4Gardening Class: Groundcovers. 1-

2:30 p.m. at the Visitors Center AdultClassroom at Brookside Gardens,1800 Glenallan Ave., Wheaton.Groundcovers serve as contrastingedge to the landscape or will fill inareas where grass is not an option.Course #270552; $6 or $5 FOBG;registration required atwww.ParkPASS.org for more. Call301-962-1451 or visitwww.brooksidegardens.org for more.

TUESDAYS/JUNE 3-AUG. 28Family Game Day. 3 p.m. at the

Potomac Library. Bring the family andenjoy a family game day. Children 5and up and their families. Free. Visitmontgomerycountymd.gov.

THURSDAY/JUNE 5Art Class. 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in the

Visitors Center Adult Classroom,Brookside Gardens, 1800 GlenallanAve., Wheaton. Start a “sketchbook oftrees” or include tree drawings inyour botanical art. Classes focus ontwo beautiful trees at Brookside.Course #271601. $130. Visitwww.parkpass.org orwww.brooksidegardens.org, or call301-962-1451.

Outdoor Concert. 6-8 p.m. at VeteransPark, at the corner of Woodmont andNorfolk avenues. Arman Ntep playsAfrican. Free. Call 301-215-6660 orvisit www.bethesda.org for more.

Brazilian Jazz Concert. 7:30 and9:30 p.m. at the Mansion atStrathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike,North Bethesda. Romero Lubamboand Duduka da Fonseca with friends,including Chuck Redd. $35. Part ofStrathmore’s Jazz Samba Project. Call301-581-5100 or visitwww.strathmore.org for more.

Chamber Music. 8 p.m. at the MusicCenter at Strathmore, 5301Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda.The Evermay Chamber, an ensemblewith nine artists from five continents,performs work from Tchaikovsky andSaint-Saëns. $25. Call 301-581-5100or visit www.strathmore.org.


Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane,North Bethesda. Eliane Elias opensand Sergio Mendes performs,juxtaposing original andcontemporary bossa nova. Tickets$30-$69. Part of Strathmore’s JazzSamba Project. Call 301-581-5100 orvisit www.strathmore.org for more.

SATURDAY/JUNE 7National Trails Day. 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

at the River Center at Lock 8, CabinJohn. Trail maintenance andstewardship activities 9:30 a.m.-noon,plant identification walk at 12:30,with the River Center open until 2p.m. RSVP to Rebecca [email protected] or call 301-608-1188, ext. 215. Visit http://potomac.org/cc-river-center.

20th Annual Imagination BethesdaFestival. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Norfolkand Auburn avenues. This children’sstreet festival celebrating the arts willfeature costume characters, facepainters, international dance troupes,theater performances, a moon bounceand a variety of hands-on artsactivities. Free. Visitwww.bethesda.org for more.

SATURDAY-SUNDAY/JUNE 7-82nd Annual Women’s Club of

Potomac Art Show And Sale. 11a.m.-5 p.m. at Potomac UnitedMethodist Church Parish Hall, 9908 S.Glen Road, Potomac. Proceeds go toMontgomery Hospice and thePotomac Women’s Club BenevolenceFund. Visitwww.calander.visitmaryland.org.

SUNDAY/JUNE 8Strathmore Open House. Noon-5

p.m. at Strathmore Music Center,5301 Tuckerman Lane, NorthBethesda. Discover Strathmore:Sounds of Brazil. Annual family-friendly open house features freemusic and dance performances,

workshops, artistic demonstrationsand hands-on art activities celebratingthe music of Brazil. Call 301-581-5100 or visit www.strathmore.org formore.

Takoma Park JazzFest. 11 a.m.-6p.m. Free, all-day jazz festivalfeaturing local and nationally knownperformers, food, and arts/craftsvendors. Visit www.tpjazzfest.org

THURSDAY/JUNE 12Outdoor Concert. 6-8 p.m. at Veterans

Park, at the corner of Woodmont andNorfolk avenues, Bethesda. LeviStephens plays country crossover.Free. Call 301-215-6660 or visitwww.bethesda.org for more.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY/JUNE 12-13Gardening Workshop: Container

Gardens. 10-11:30 a.m. each day atthe Visitors Center Adult Classroom atBrookside Gardens, 1800 GlenallanAve., Wheaton. Fee includes materialsincluding a 14-inch container. Course#272403 - Thursday or Course#272404 - Friday. Fee $40 or FOBG$35. Registration required atwww.ParkPASS.org for more. Call301-962-1451 or visitwww.brooksidegardens.org for more.


Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane,North Bethesda. Singer-songwriterJohn Prine. Tickets $45-$65. Call 301-581-5100 or visitwww.strathmore.org for more.

TUESDAY/JUNE 17Zen Garden Workshop. 10 a.m.-noon

at the Visitors Center Adult Classroomat Brookside Gardens, 1800 GlenallanAve., Wheaton. Use dwarf plantvarieties, stones and the traditionalwooden box to create a zen garden.Fee includes all materials. Course#272405. Fee $90 or FOBG $80.Registration required atwww.ParkPASS.org for more. Call301-962-1451 or visitwww.brooksidegardens.org for more.

WEDNESDAY/JUNE 18Summer Salads Cooking

Demonstration. Noon-1:30 p.m. atthe Visitors Center Adult Classroom atBrookside Gardens, 1800 GlenallanAve., Wheaton. Enjoy samples of easy-to-follow recipes. Course #272652.Fee $35 or FOBG $30. Registrationrequired at www.ParkPASS.org formore. Call 301-962-1451 or visitwww.brooksidegardens.org for more.

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Glen Echo Park’s Summer ConcertSeries. 7:30 p.m. Thursday eveningsin Bumper Car Park. Free. Visitwww.glenechopark.org for more.

THURSDAY/JUNE 19Outdoor Concert. 6-8 p.m. at Veterans

Park, at the corner of Woodmont andNorfolk avenues, Bethesda. Built 4Comfort plays blues and classic rock.Free. Call 301-215-6660 or visitwww.bethesda.org for more.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY/JUNE 19-20Gardening Class: Miniature

Hostas. 10-11:30 a.m. each day atthe Visitors Center Adult Classroom atBrookside Gardens, 1800 GlenallanAve., Wheaton. Learn about thevarieties and how to care for them.Fee includes all materials. Course#272401 - Thursday or Course#272402 - Friday. Fee $50 or FOBG$45. Registration required atwww.ParkPASS.org for more. Call301-962-1451 or visitwww.brooksidegardens.org for more.

SATURDAY/JUNE 21Garden Tour. 2-3 p.m. at the

Conservatory Entrance, 1500Glenallan Ave., Wheaton. BrooksideGardens is an award-winning displaygarden, featuring an abundance ofannual and perennial displaysthroughout the season. Course

#270652. Free. Visitwww.brooksidegardens.org, [email protected],or call 301-962-1400.

MONDAY-SUNDAY/JUNE 23-29Quicken Loans National Golf.

Formerly known as AT&T National,features 120 PGA Tour professionalsat Congressional Country Club inBethesda who will compete for a $6.5million purse. The event raises fundsand awareness for the Tiger WoodsFoundation while paying tribute toU.S. armed forces. Visitwww.tigerwoodsfoundation.org orpgatour.com

TUESDAY/JUNE 24Garden Trip. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at the

Conservatory Entrance at BrooksideGardens, 1500 Glenallan Ave.,Wheaton. Come for a trip “back intime” as we visit the beautifulOatlands Historic House and Gardens.Course #272153. $50. Visitparkpass.org,www.brooksidegardens.org, [email protected],or call 301-962-1451.

JUNE 25-AUG. 10Children’s Theater. Imagination Stage

presents “The BFG” June 25-Aug. 10at the Lerner Family Theatre, 4908Auburn Ave., Bethesda. Best for ages

5-10. Based on Roald Dahl’s bookabout the big friendly giant, this playincorporates puppetry, visuals andstorytelling. Tickets start at $10. Visitwww.imaginationstage.org or call301-280-1660.

WEDNESDAY/JUNE 25Outdoor Concert. 7 p.m. at the

Gudelsky Concert Pavilion at theMansion at Strathmore, 10701Rockville Pike, North Bethesda. BenSollee, cellist and vocalist. Free. Call301-581-5100 or visitwww.strathmore.org for more.

THURSDAY/JUNE 26Children’s Theater. 9:30 and 11:30

a.m. at the Backyard Theater Stage atthe Mansion at Strathmore, 10701Rockville Pike, North Bethesda.Recess Monkey, a trio of teacher-musicians, perform. Tickets $8. Call301-581-5100 or visitwww.strathmore.org for more.

Garden Tour. 1-2:30 p.m. at theVisitors Center Adult Classroom atBrookside Gardens, 1800 GlenallanAve., Wheaton. The Gude Gardenconstruction has been completed andreplanted, tour with the headhorticulturist. Course #270599. Fee$6 or FOBG $5. Registration requiredat www.ParkPASS.org for more. Call301-962-1451 or visitwww.brooksidegardens.org for more.

Outdoor Concert. 6-8 p.m. at Veterans

Park, at the corner of Woodmont andNorfolk avenues. Natty Beaux playsswing. Free. Call 301-215-6660 orvisit www.bethesda.org for more.

SATURDAY/JUNE 28Flower Photography Workshop. 8-

10 a.m. at the Visitors Center AdultClassroom at Brookside Gardens,1800 Glenallan Ave., Wheaton.Workshop for all levels will emphasizecreative approaches to flowerphotography. Course #272449. Fee$35 or FOBG $30. Registrationrequired at www.ParkPASS.org formore. Call 301-962-1451 or visitwww.brooksidegardens.org for more.

SATURDAY-SUNDAY/JUNE 28-29Heritage Days. Noon-4 p.m.

throughout Montgomery County. Freeadmission to 40 sites that highlightlocal history and culture, withoutdoor recreation, family activities,music and food. Visitwww.HeritageMontgomery.org or call301-515-0753.

JUNE 28-AUG. 10Children’s Theater. Imagination Stage

presents “Mouse on the Move,” aninteractive play for children ages 1-5.Performances run June 28-Aug. 10 atthe Christopher and Dana ReeveStudio Theatre, 4908 Auburn Ave.,Bethesda. Shows are at 10 and 11:15a.m. and last approximately 45minutes each. Tickets are $10-$12,with a $5 lap seat for children under12 months. Purchase online atwww.imaginationstage.org, at theImagination Stage box office, or viaphone at 301-280-1660. Group ratesavailable. “Mouse on the Move” bookon sale for $6.99 in Just Imagine! TheShop at Imagination Stage.

SUNDAY/JUNE 29Serenade. 4 p.m. at the Music Center at

Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane,North Bethesda. Strathmore andClassical Movements present globalchoral voices in Serenade! Featuringinternational ensembles, this yearfrom the Czech Republic, Georgia,Russia, The Netherlands and

Zimbabwe. Free, general admission.Call 301-581-5100 or visitwww.strathmore.org for more.

July 2014FRIDAY/JULY 4Autism Speaks Annual 5K. 8 a.m.

Run or walk one-mile to benefitresearch for autism. Start at PotomacVillage Library Parking Lot. Visitwww.autismspeaks.org for details.

4th of July Fireworks. 5 p.m.Montgomery County FairgroundsActivities include live music, gamesand food. Visitwww.gaithersburgmd.gov

Independence Day Fireworks. 7p.m.-10 p.m. Montgomery CollegeRockville Campus, Rockville.Activities include live music, food,and fireworks. Free. Visitwww.rockvillemd.gov for more.

THURSDAY/JULY 10Mister G - ABC Fiesta. 9:30 a.m. and

11:30 a.m. at the Backyard Theaterfor Children. Tickets are $8 for agesthree and up. Visitwww.strathmore.org for more.

SATURDAY/JULY 19Rockville Rotary Twilight Runfest.

8:45 p.m. 8k Road Race and 1k FunRun at the Rockville Town Center.Visit www.rockvillemd.gov for more.

TUESDAY-SATURDAY/JULY 22-26Bethesda Outdoor Movies. 9 p.m.

Takes place at corner of Norfolk andAuburn avenues. Free. Visitwww.bethesda.org for movieschedule.

SATURDAY-SUNDAY/JULY 26-27Montgomery County Farm Tour

and Harvest Sale. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.Help celebrate Montgomery County’sagricultural heritage and taste localfarm fresh foods. Sponsored by theDepartment of EconomicDevelopment. Visitwww.montgomerycountymd.gov formore.

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Potomac Village FarmersMarket. Thursdays, 2-6:30 p.m.at Potomac United MethodistChurch, at Falls Road andDemocracy Boulevard. Visitwww.potomacvillagefarmersmarket.netfor more.

Bethesda Farm Women’sMarket. Year-round, everyWednesday, Friday and Saturday,7 a.m.-4 p.m., at 7155 WisconsinAve. Visit www.farmwomensmarket.com for more.

Farmers Markets

The Potomac Village farmers market opened Thursday, May 1. Carole Carrier ofPlantmasters offers hanging flower baskets, cut flowers and plants for herbgardens.

Rockville Farmers Market. ThroughNov. 22, Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. inRockville Town Center. Visitwww.rockvillemd.gov/events/farmers.htm for more.

Pike Central Farmers Market.Saturdays, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., near theShriver Aquatic Center in the busparking lot at the intersection of OldGeorgetown Road and ExecutiveBoulevard (enter on ExecutiveBoulevard). The move wasnecessitated by ongoing construction.Visit www.centralfarmmarkets.com.

Kensington Farmers Market.Year-round on Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon. at Kensington train stationparking lot on Howard Avenue.Visit http://tok.md.gov/events/farmers-market for more.

Fulks Corner Farmers Market.Runs Thursdays from May 8-Nov.20, 1p.m.-6p.m. Corner of Route355 and Fulks Corner Avenue inOlde Towne. Visitwww.gaithersburgmd.gov/leisure/markets/farmers-marketsfor more.

Summer Science andEngineering Camp. The countyrecreation department is holdinghalf- and full-day science andeducation camps this summer forchildren ages 6-12. Topics includeLego engineering, crime solving,chemistry and space. The campsare held at elementary schoolsand recreation centers. To registeror for more information visithttp://therecord-mcr.blogspot.com/2014/03/science-and-engineering-summer-camp-so.html.

Summer Camp Registration.Montgomery Parks, part of theMaryland-National Capital Parkand Planning Commission, isoffering 88 summer camps in2014 spanning a variety ofinterests including ice skating,tennis, golf, gardening, outdooradventure, nature, and more.Summer camps are available fortots to teens at all skill levels andat hundreds of locations acrossthe county. A $25 discount isbeing offered for early registrationfor a select group of camps.Registration is open atwww.ParkPASS.org. A completelist can be found at

www.MontgomeryParks.org/camps,where camp searches may be filteredby age, location and key words. The2014 Summer Camps guide isavailable online atwww.MontgomeryParks.org/guide.Print copies may be found at selectMontgomery Parks’ facilities,Montgomery County Recreationcenters, government buildings andlibraries while supplies last.

Summer Camp Registration NowOpen. Photoworks at Glen EchoPark, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., hassummer camps for age 7 and up. Visitwww.ssreg.com/glenechopark/classesfor a full listing.

Theater Recital. This spring’sproductions, featuring students ingrades 4-11, are all directed bypracticing professional theatre artists.“Interface” (Speak Out On StageEnsemble) will be performed onFriday, May 30 and Saturday, May 31at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, June 1 at 3p.m. Performances will be in TheChristopher and Dana Reeve StudioTheatre at Imagination Stage. Ticketsare $10 per person, and may bepurchased online atwww.imaginationstage.org, at theImagination Stage box office, or at301-280-1660.

Garden Crafts Camp. Explore a tiny,imaginative world: make fairy andgnome gardens, learn about flowersand fun plant lore, make crafts andplay games. For ages 6-8. Runs June16-20, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Fee $290.Course #259493, registrationrequired at ParkPASS.org. Extendedcare available, 3:30-5:30 p.m., $70;course #259494. Call 301-962-1451or visit www.brooksidegardens.orgfor more.

Kids Gardening Camp. Explore thechildren’s garden “classrooms” todiscover how math, science, reading,art, music, and even lunch/recessconnect to gardening and the naturalworld. Participate in hands-ongardening activities, games and crafts.Plant and grow a container garden.For ages 9-11. Runs June 23-27, 9a.m.-3:30 p.m. $290. Course#263399, registration required atParkPASS.org. Extended careavailable, 3:30-5:30 p.m., $70; course#263449. Call 301-962-1451 or visitwww.brooksidegardens.org for more.

Art Camps. VisArts Rockville offers avariety of camps for children 5-12 inmultiple sessions June 16-Aug. 15.$300 and up, scholarships available.Before camp and extended care alsoavailable. Visit

www.visartsatrockville.org/summer-camp.

Financial Boot Camp for Girls.Girls from age 11-17 can learnmoney and budgeting skills froman array of experts during theweek-long free financial bootcamp for girls at the BethesdaLibrary, 7400 Arlington Road. July7-11, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. daily.Hosted by the Financial LiteracyOrganization for Women and Girlsand the Montgomery CountyPublic Libraries. Topics willinclude budgeting, financialresponsibility and decision-making, investing, identity theftand consumer advertising.Attendees must commit to week-long participation. Visit http://montgomerycountymd.libguides.com.

Golf Group Lessons. Get GolfReady, a series of five 60-90minute group golf lessons isdesigned for those who have neverplayed the game or want to brushup on their fundamentals. Pricevaries depending on location. Arealocations hosting lessons includeFalls Road Golf Course, Potomac;Needwood Golf Club, Rockville;and Northwest Golf Course, SilverSpring. Visit GetGolfReady.com.

Camps, Classes & Workshops

Marcus Medlin is the train conductor for the miniaturetrain at the Cabin John Regional Park, shown here insummer 2013.

The 2013 Autism Speaks 5K Run-1 Mile Walk was held atthe Potomac Library, raising funds for research on autism.

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August 2014SATURDAY/AUG. 2Riley’s Rumble Half-Marathon. A

half marathon through ruralMontgomery County for experiencedrunners. Visit www.mcrrc.org formore.

FRIDAY-THURSDAY/AUG.8-16Montgomery County Agricultural

Fair. Come help celebrateMontgomery County’s agriculturalheritage. Check website for specifictimes and schedules. Visitwww.mcagfair.com for more.

WEDNESDAYS-SUNDAYS IN AUGUSTGreat Falls Tavern, Mule-Drawn

Canal Boat Rides. 11 a.m., 1:30p.m., and 3 p.m. Boat rides along thehistoric C&O Canal. Visitwww.nps.gov/choh/planyourvisit/great-falls-canal-boat-rides.htm

SATURDAYS-SUNDAYS IN AUGUSTGlen Echo Park’s 1921 Dentzel

Carousel 12-6 p.m. Rides on thehistoric carousel at Glen Echo Park.Visit www.glenechopark.org formore.

SATURDAY/AUG. 23Uncorked Wine and Music

Festival. 12- 6 p.m. Enjoy freeconcerts and cooking demonstrations.$15 for wine tasting. 36 MarylandAvenue, Rockville. Visitwww.rockvillemd.gov.

MONDAY/AUG. 26First day of school, Montgomery

County Public Schools. Visitwww.montgomeryschoolsmd.org

SUNDAY/AUG. 31Glen Echo Open House. 12-4 p.m.

Open house, hosted by Glen EchoPark Partnership, introduces visitorsto arts, dance, theater, classes at thepark. Visit www.glenechopark.org

FRIDAY-MONDAY/AUG.30-SEPT. 2Yellow Barn Studio and Gallery

43rd Annual Labor Day ArtShow. 7-9 p.m. Features the work ofmore than 250 artists, includingpainting, photography, ceramics,jewelry, glass, pottery and more atGlen Echo. Visitwww.glenechopark.org orwww.yellowbarnstudio.com

SATURDAY, MONDAY/AUG. 31, SEPT. 2Irish Music and Dance Showcase.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY/JUNE 6-8Disney’s Beauty and the Beast.

“Be Our Guest!” Belle and herenchanted entourage prove loveconquers all in this family-favoritemusical with an Oscar-winningscore featuring “Something There”and “If I Can’t Love Her.” Tickets:$22-$80.

WEDNESDAY/JUNE 11Trey McIntyre Project. 8:30 p.m.

In their final DC performance, thisinventive and bold contemporaryballet company performs toQueen’s glam-rock stylings.Tickets: $10-$44.

THURSDAY/JUNE 12Ringo Starr & His All Starr

Band. 8 p.m. Celebrate an erawith a band of rock ’n’ rollvirtuosos from the Beatles,Santana, Toto, and more. Tickets:$35-$65.

FRIDAY/JUNE 13Il Volo. 8 p.m. Pop-opera trio of

Italian teen heartthrobs combinessoaring voices with playful charm.Tickets: $30-$65.

SATURDAY/JUNE 14Louisiana Swamp Romp. 2 p.m.

The Big Easy party is back! Danceto Louisiana’s hottest Cajun,zydeco, and brass bands and jumpin the second line parade. Tickets:$30.

WEDNESDAY/JUNE 18John Butler Trio. 7:30 p.m. There’s

nothing “Better Than” acousticallydriven roots-rock and reggaeballads from heartfelt Australianmulti-instrumentalists. Tickets:$32-$40.

THURSDAY/JUNE 19Daryl Hall & John Oates. 8 p.m.

Still making your dreams cometrue with unforgettable soul androck anthems, these Rock and RollHall of Famers are the mostsuccessful pop duo of all time.Tickets: $35-$60.

FRIDAY/JUNE 20Pixar in Concert. 8:30 p.m. All

your favorite animated Pixar filmson the big screen includingFinding Nemo, Up, Toy Story, andMonsters, Inc., paired withmemorable scores played by theNational Symphony Orchestra.Tickets: $30-$58.

SATURDAY/JUNE 21Grease Sing-A-Long. 8:30 p.m. Rev

up your vocal chords for anultimate summer night with theRydell High gang and sing-a-longwith the hits you’re hopelesslydevoted to as the original 1978film is projected in-house and onthe lawn with lyrics on screen.Tickets: $25-$38.

WEDNESDAY/JUNE 25Ben Folds. 8:15 p.m. Front man of

Ben Folds Five and judge of NBC’s

The Sing-Off showcases his newpiano concerto and orchestralarrangements of pop hits with theNational Symphony Orchestra.Tickets: $25-$60.

FRIDAY/JUNE 27Handel Giulio Cesare. Check

website for exact showtimes (alsoon Sunday, June 29 and Tuesday,July 1). New production, sung inItalian with English supertitles.Inside the Opera preshow talkbegins one hour before curtain.Tickets: $36-$88.

SATURDAY/JUNE 28Beethoven’s 9th. 8:15 p.m.

Triumphant performance ofBeethoven’s “Ode to Joy”masterpiece and more bypreeminent singers and one of theworld’s leading orchestras in itsonly 2014 D.C.-area appearance.Tickets: $25-$65.

SUNDAY/JUNE 29Diana Ross. 8 p.m. Motown’s

supreme legend has inspiredgenerations of singers with anendless stream of No. 1 hits from“You Can’t Hurry Love” to “I’mComing Out.” Tickets: $35-$60.

Handel Giulio Cesare. Checkwebsite for exact showtimes (alsoon Tuesday, July 1). Newproduction, sung in Italian withEnglish supertitles. Inside theOpera preshow talk begins onehour before curtain. Tickets: $36-$88.

TUESDAY/JULY 1Pilobolus. 8:30 p.m. Wild creativity

and daring, athletic moderndance. Tickets: $10-$48.

Handel Giulio Cesare. Checkwebsite for exact showtime. Newproduction, sung in Italian withEnglish supertitles. Inside theOpera preshow talk begins onehour before curtain. Tickets: $36-$88.

As America’s National Park for the Performing Arts, Wolf Trap plays a valu-able leadership role in both the local and national performing artscommunities. A typical season at Wolf Trap includes theatre, and musicalperformances ranging from country to pop to orchestra. Wolf Trap, 1645 TrapRoad in Vienna, is accessible from the Metro and parking is free. Visitwww.wolftrap.org for more.

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Pixar in Concert: Watchall your favorite ani-mated Pixar films on thebig screen includingFinding Nemo, Up, ToyStory, and Monsters, Inc.,paired with memorablescores played by theNational SymphonyOrchestra June 20.

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1-6 p.m. Two days of Irish music anddance. Presented by Glen Echo ParkPartnership for Arts and Culture and theIrish Inn at Glen Echo. seeglenechopark.org

September 2014THURSDAYS THROUGH SEPTEMBERPotomac Village Farmers Market 2-

6:30 p.m. Potomac United MethodistChurch, 9908 South Glen Road atcorner of Falls Road and DemocracyBlvd. Visitpotomacvillagefarmersmarket.net formore.

MONDAY/SEPT. 175th Annual Labor Day Parade. 1 p.m.

Olde Towne Gaithersburg, rain or shine.Visit www.gaithersburgmd.gov formore.

THURSDAY/SEPT. 4The Trawick Prize Finalists

Exhibition. Downtown Bethesda’sannual juried arts competition awards:Bethesda Contemporary Art Awards.Runs through Sept. 28. Gallery B, 7700Wisconsin Ave., Suite E. Visitwww.bethesda.org for more.

SUNDAY/SEPT. 14Parks Half Marathon. 7 a.m. Run from

Rockville to Bethesda. Showcases

Glen Echo Park’s 2013 folk festival showcased more than450 musicians, storytellers, dancers and crafters. Fromleft are Nora Palka, Bella Gleim, Bob Rice and his AfricanGrey Bird Fred.

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Montgomery County’s parksystem. Sponsored byMontgomery County RoadRunners Club. Online registrationis open. Visit www.mcrrc.org formore.

SATURDAY/SEPT. 13Potomac Library Book Sale.10

a.m.-1 p.m. Sponsored by theFriends of the Library, PotomacChapter.

Montgomery County Out of theDarkness Community Walk.10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Rockville TownCenter, 200 East Middle Lane.Benefits the American Foundationfor Suicide Prevention. Visitwww.afsp.org for more.

SATURDAY/SEPT. 20Wanda Sykes. 8 p.m. at the Music

Center at Strathmore, 5301Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda.Standup comic Wanda Sykes willbe performing. Visitwww.strathmore.org for more.

SUNDAY/SEPT. 28Cabin John Kids Run. 9 a.m.

Cabin John Regional Park inPotomac, Westlake Drive. Free forrunners 18 and under. A mile run,half-mile run and quarter mileyoung run is offered. Registrationis race-day only. Visitwww.mcrrc.org.

SEPTEMBER-OCTOBERGuided tours of Riley’s

Lockhouse. One of the C&OCanal’s original lockhouses. Joinvolunteers in period costume andexplore the life of a lock-keeper.Riley’s Lock Road. Visitwww.nps.gov/choh/.

SATURDAYS-SUNDAYSIN SEPTEMBERGlen Echo Park’s 1921 Dentzel

Carousel 12-6 p.m. Rides on thehistoric carousel in Glen EchoPark. Visit www.glenechopark.orgfor more.

The National Park Service offers boat rides on the Chesa-peake & Ohio Canal from April through October. The sum-mer schedule is Wednesday-Sunday 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and3 p.m.

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Destination for FunGlen Echo Park began in 1891 as a National Chautauqua Assembly, which taught the sciences, arts, languages, and literature. By the early1900s Glen Echo Park had become an amusement park, serving the Washington area until 1968. In 1971, after the federal government ob-tained the land, the National Park Service began managing the park. The National Park Service collaborated with artists and arts organizationsto create an arts program in the spirit of the original Chautauqua movement. Today the park is managed by the nonprofit Glen Echo ParkPartnership for Arts and Culture, Inc. on behalf of Montgomery County.

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Tulip Tree Trail is just one of the hiking trails at Locust Grove NatureCenter.

A view from the top of the Billy Goat Trail.

hours from start to finish if hiking all threesections. To learn more, go to www.nps.gov/.../greatfallstraildescriptions.

PLAN A FAMILY CAMP NIGHTCampers can spend a night roughing it in

Potomac. The Robert C. McDonell Camp-ground, located in Cabin John Park offersseven walk-in primitive sites. Campsites fea-ture grills, tables, a campfire circle and pittoilets. There are two tent pads on each site.Depending on the site, up to 10 campers canbe accommodated. To reserve a campsite, goto http://www.montgomeryparks.org/p a r k s _ f a c i l i t i e s _ d i r e c t o r y /cabinjohnrpcampground.shtm

FRIDAY NIGHT LIVEKick off the weekend by dancing under

the stars, dining while listening to live mu-sic, or bringing the children and friends toenjoy the music and frolic in the fountainsin Rockville Town Square every Fridayevening from 6:30 – 9 p.m. A variety ofgenres keep the crowds on their feet, swing-

ing and swaying to pop/rock hits, Irish rock,Americana Country, Blues and Soul andmore. Check out the full schedule of enter-tainment at www.rockvilletownsquare.com.

BOHRER PARK WATER PARK,SKATEBOARD PARK ORMINIATURE GOLF

Located in Gaithersburg, the pool is likea dream vacation on an island resort withpalm trees, multiple slides, floatable ani-mals, and a “tumble bucket” water featurefor children to enjoy. The pool also has azero-depth entry, making it accessible to all.A major attraction at the water park (forthose 48 inches and taller) is the doublewater slide that is 250 feet long and twistsand turns into the main pool. For the ad-venturesome, the blue slide offers a breath-takingly fast ride, while the white slide of-fers a tamer, slower water journey. BohrerPark also has a 12,300-square-foot skatepark, designed for skateboards, inline skatesand BMX bikes as well as a miniature golfcourse. To find out more, go towww.gaithersburgmd.gov.

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Music in the AirThe Motor Driven Band (Dan Dimmick, Art Fox, Paul Stagnitto, andTom Ross) plays at the Concerts in the Courtyard series at PotomacPlace Shopping Center on Saturday, May 24. The band will be play-ing at The Rio in Gaithersburg on July 4.

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By Susan Belford

The Almanac

George Washington surveyed it.Supreme Court Justice WilliamO. Douglas saved it from be-coming a super-highway. John

Quincy Adams broke ground for it on July4, 1828. The armies of the North and theSouth considered the control of it an im-portant milestone in the War Between theStates.

The C&O Canal is a part of U.S. historyand also of the history of Potomac. Manyresidents explore it time after time, learn-ing something new each time they visit.They might spot an unusual bird, or enjoylistening to the thunder of the waters aftera deluge of rain.

Potomac residents love exploring themany trails or invading the rapids with akayak and some are even energetic enoughto bike from Georgetown all the way toCumberland — or even on to Pittsburgh.

In 1924, the C&O Canal ceased operationand in 1971, the C&O National HistoricalPark was established, preserving the beauty,the historical remains and the natural set-ting for animals, for people and for futuregenerations. Each year, over 4 million visi-tors come to the canal to explore its natu-ral beauty, to enjoy the wildlife and to en-joy playing in nature’s wonderland — aplace to bike, hike, kayak, rock climb, walk,paint, take pictures and picnic.

It is just minutes from Potomac Villagebut it feels like a different world when ven-turing down the two-mile hill into the park.

Here are some entertaining ways to ex-perience the park with family and friendsduring the summer:

CANAL QUARTERSGo back to the time of locktenders and

boatmen moving cargo down the PotomacRiver through the canal. Spend the night ina historic Canal Quarters Lockhouse. Someare rustic with no electricity or runningwater (it’s very dark on the canal withoutlights); others have the comforts of powerand indoor plumbing. All the lockhouseshave been restored and contain furniturefrom significant eras in the canal’s history.To find out more or to register, go towww.canalquarters.org or call 301-745-8888.

CANAL DISCOVERIESWhen in the park, visitors can access spe-

cial C&O locations, called “discoveries,” ontheir own personal mobile device. Each dis-covery, narrated by a National Park Serviceranger, includes nearby points of interest,a photo gallery of historic and contempo-rary photos, links to videos and podcasts

— and driving directions. Discover placeslike Paw Paw Tunnel, Four Locks, Point ofRocks and more.

GREAT FALLS MULE-DRAWNBOAT RIDES

The Charles E. Mercer is a replica of an1870’s canal boat. Experience the thrill ofrising eight feet in a lock and listen to sto-ries about the life of those who lived andworked on the canal, told by rangers inperiod clothing. On Saturday and Sunday,the boat rides take place at 11 a.m., 1:30and 3 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, theboat leaves at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. The costis $8 for adults, $5 for children and $6 forseniors.

HIKING TRAILSBesides the well-known and loved Billy

Goat Trail, there are scores of other trailsto explore.

A park ranger recommended the GoldMine Loop (interesting because gold wasmined from 1867–1939 by the MarylandMine in this tract), the Olmstead IslandBridges (spectacular views) and the Wood-land Trail.

TAKE TO THE WATER IN AROWBOAT, CANOE OR KAYAK

Drive or bike to Fletcher’s Boat House orto White’s Ferry (near Poolesville) and rent

a rowboat, canoe or kayak for a few hours.Visitors can rent fishing gear and buy baitand tackle for an angler’s adventure. Thecost for most boats is about $14 per houror about $30 per day. Visitwww.fletcherscove.com or www.whitesferry.com for more.

VISIT THE GREAT FALLSTAVERN VISITOR CENTER

The Great Falls Tavern has a long historyof hospitality to visitors coming from boththe land and the river. It was opened in 1831

as both a tavern andan inn for the manyvisitors who traveledup and down thePotomac River. It alsobecame a weekenddestination in thesummer, away fromcrowded, humidWashington D.C.Now the Visitor Cen-ter offers ranger-ledwalks and talks, ex-hibits and short filmson canal and localhistory and the geol-ogy of the Great Fallsof the Potomac. Italso features manne-quins of locktenders,boatmen and theirwives and children

with historical stories about each.

BECOME A C&O VOLUNTEERWhether interested in living history, bike

patrolling, park maintenance, or staffing avisitor center, the C&O Canal has many vol-unteer jobs. Go to www.chohvip.org fornews and events in the park’s volunteerprogram. Register to be a volunteer at http://www.nps.gov/choh/supportyourpark/volunteer.htm.

The Playground in Potomac’s BackyardWhat the C&ONational Park offersfor summer fun.

The stories of boatmen aretold inside the Great FallsTavern Museum.

Water rushing into Lock 20 in frontof the Great Falls Tavern Museum.

The replica of the canal boat is pulled by mules.

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