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Leonard Proctor at the 2009 Opening Day of the

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By Susan Belford

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Known for his dedication, kind-ness, indomitable spirit, love ofhorses and loyalty to all, LeonardProctor is a Potomac icon. He

worked for 45 years for Mitch & Bill’s Exxonuntil his retirement in 1995 and nevermissed one day of work. Additionally, healso worked after-hours caring for localfamilies’ horses, yards and stables. Hetended bar at Potomac parties and droveolder local residents to their appointments.He and his wife, Sue Lee (now deceased)were a Potomac presence – always helpfuland smiling while they worked for genera-tions of Potomac families.

Proctor was born on April 14, 1930 andgrew up in Georgetown where he went toschool. Both his parents died before he fin-ished junior high. He was 17 years old whenhe started riding horses on the weekendswith his Uncle Johnny Jackson, a Potomaclegend who lived on Oaklyn Drive. Proctorfell in love with the horses and riding andsoon earned his first job walking and tend-ing the horses at the Potomac Hunt. He be-gan riding with the Potomac Hunt in 1947through 2016 when he retired at age 86.

While hunting, he was entrusted with thetask of teaching the etiquette of the hunt toyoung equestrians. “I had the responsibil-ity of most of the kids at one point,” he said.One of the smallest children with whom heworked was long-time Potomac residentSylvia Bogley Biggar. She said, “Like amother or a father, Leonard has just alwaysbeen there. I have never known life with-out him.”

Into his 80s, he still rode 3 - 4 times aweek and continued to be one of the mostsought-after dancers at many parties includ-ing the Hunt Ball. His dance card was al-ways full. “I just keep dancing all night,”

he said with a smile. He was such a gooddancer he entered regional dance competi-tions and won first-place for his merengueand second for his foxtrot.

Proctor explained that he knew everyonein Potomac in the ‘50s and ‘60s. “It was asmall town — and I knew where everyonelived. I used to drive kids home when theywere stuck in Potomac and it was too farfor them to walk. Potomac was a really niceplace and everyone had so much fun.”

Proctor and Jackson were fixtures at theparties in Potomac. They cooked dinner,served it, took photos, and served drinks.No one planned a party with calling themfirst to be certain they were available. Oncethey approved the date, they were given theguest list and made all the alcohol purchasessince they knew what everyone drank.

“I had their drinks poured as I saw them,”said Proctor. “The exception was Dr. Kneipp;he would switch his drink at each party.”Jackson and Proctor’s lives were woven intothe lives of the Potomac Hunt Club mem-

bers. He fixed their horses, their cars, andtheir drinks and was a loyal friend to all.

NOW 88, he is in need of financial help toensure he can live out his life with dignityand peace of mind. His financial circum-stances have declined since he can no longerperform the many jobs he used to. His in-come is limited to his Social Security pen-sion.

He has exhausted his savings, depletedthe equity in his home through a “reversemortgage” arrangement, and has been preyto senior financial scams.

Potomac residents Janelle SherfyStraszheim and Devereaux Raskauskasgrew up with Proctor, who helped themimprove their riding, and befriended themin many ways. They continued to be goodfriends and visit each other regularly. Overthe course of several recent visits, they be-came aware of his declining financial cir-cumstances. They are now devoting timeand effort to assisting him. Since they both

have expertise in this area (Straszheim isemployed by Sandy Springs Bank andRaskauskas works for Larmax Senior Assis-tant-living Homes), they have taken overhis bill-paying to avoid any further elderfinancial exploitation.

Raskauskas said, “We are committed tohelping him pay off household repair ex-penses finances at exorbitant interest rates(27.99 percent to be specific). We are alsopursuing the availability of public assistanceservices.”

Two fundraising goals have now beenestablished for Proctor’s benefit byStraszheim and Raskauskas. First, obtainsufficient funding through immediate do-nations and future pledges to supplementProctor’s monthly financial needs for theremainder of his life. Secondly, pay downhis outstanding home improvement loansfor a roof replacement ($15,500) and anHVAC system ($4,600.)

They have set up three different methodsof making contributions:

❖ Go Fund Me payments atwww.gofundme.com for Leonard Proctor.

❖ Periodic scheduled contributions toProctor’s PNC Savings account. Straszheimand Raskauskas will be overseeing the dis-bursements. Contact either to learn the de-tails.

❖ Mail donations for Proctor directly toJanelle Straszheim, 10812 Fox Hunt Lane,Potomac 20854 or to Devereaux Raskauskasat 14709 Spring Meadow Drive 20874.

These two stewards of Proctor’s well-be-ing say: “You have our assurance that allfunds will be used only for Leonard’s livingand health needs. We will be faithful stew-ards of these funds for Leonard’s exclusivebenefit. We are establishing a dual-controlarrangement to ensure adequate supervi-sion of all financial receipts and expendi-tures. Donors and gift amounts will be keptconfidential.”

For further information from Straszheimor Raskauskas, email them at:[email protected] [email protected].

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Gathering to Support Animal WelfareA

ttendees at the 2nd AnnualMCPAW Party on Saturday, Oct.13 reveled in the Great Gatsbytheme, raising money for ani-

mal welfare.MCPAW (Montgomery County Partners

for Animal Well-Being) is the non-profitpartner of the Montgomery County AnimalServices and Adoption Center (MCASAC).It works through MCASAC to keep home-less pets healthy and happy while await-ing adoption.

MCPAW goals are:❖ Reduce the number of animals that

come to MCASAC❖ Pamper, protect and provide for ani-

mals inside MCASAC❖ Educate and engage the community in

causes for animal welfareSee www.mcpaw.org for more and to

donate.

Jasmine, a two-year-old petite tabby has a big personality, and is up foradoption at the Montgomery County Animal Services and AdoptionCenter. She accompanied Genevieve Warner to the MCPAW Gala, andshowed little concern for the canines in attendance. Risa Simon and Buddha.

Nyke and Milo ride in the arms of Louie Sweetenberg, chatting with Cassandra Overkingat the MCPAW gala at the William F. Bolger Center in Potomac. All of the dogs in atten-dance were beautifully turned out and brought even more joy to the occasion.

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Dogs Grayson McCloud in the bow tie and LiaMackenzie accompany Kimberly Agzigian at the MCPAWGala. Grayson and Lia are adopted, and have threemore canine counterparts in the Agzigian home.

Submit civic/community announce-ments at ConnectionNewspapers.com/Calendar. Photos and artwork welcome.Deadline is Thursday at noon, at least twoweeks before event.

SOBER-RIDE FOR HALLOWEENFree Sober Rides. Saturday, Oct. 27,

10 p.m. through Sunday, Oct. 28, 4a.m. Area residents, 21 and older,may download Lyft to their phones,then enter a code in the app’s“Promo” section to receive a no cost(up to $15) safe ride home. WRAP’sHalloween SoberRide promo codewill be posted at 5 p.m. on Oct. 27 onwww.SoberRide.com. The SoberRide

code is valid for the first 1,500 Lyftusers who enter the code.

THURSDAY/OCT. 18League of Women Voters. 7-9 p.m.

At Potomac Community Center,11315 Falls Road, Potomac. PotomacCommunity Village is offering a freepresentation with the League ofWomen Voters’ Carla Satinsky,current head of the MontgomeryCounty Chapter. Satinsky will helpattendees unravel what they arevoting on when they are asked toconsider the five questions that areon the ballot, and will share some ofthe League’s history. For more

information, to volunteer or getvolunteer help, contact 240-221-1370, [email protected] check out the website atwww.PotomacCommunityVillage.orgor our Facebook page,www.Facebook.com/PotomacCommunityVillage.

SATURDAY/OCT. 20Community Meeting. 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

at the Silver Spring Civic Building, 1Veterans Plaza, Silver Spring. Countyresidents are invited to learn aboutusing data to improve health.“Envisioning Equity in Montgomery

County Using Data,” will giveattendees an opportunity to learnabout various data sources that canhelp identify community health needsand to participate in discussions withstakeholders including local healthproviders, health plans, Countygovernment agencies, non-profitorganizations and academicinstitutions about ways to share dataacross sectors and use shared data toimprove population health.Theevents are free, but registration isrequired. Register at https://bit.ly/2NOALUF .

SUNDAY/OCT. 21

Workshop: Faith & Local Waters.3-5 p.m. At Beth SholomCongregation, 11825 Seven LocksRoad, Potomac. FoCJC, working withInterfaith Partners for theChesapeake, has developed a two-hour workshop to inspire and informlocal congregations about the CabinJohn Creek Watershed in which theyare located. The program will giveattendees the inspiration andknowledge to undertake or further anearth friendly stewardship programwith a stormwater managementcomponent after the workshop. Inthis workshop, participants willDiscuss Green Ministry Principles;

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By Peggy McEwan

The Almanac

Ready for the midterms?The mid-term elections will be held com-ing up Tuesday, Nov. 6 or nextweek if residents plan is to vote

early.Gilberto Zelaya, outreach coordinator and

public information officer with the Mont-gomery County Board of Elections, suggestsvoters prepare for the midterms before theyvote. “It’s a long ballot, there are numerouscontests and lots of questions,” he said.

He said before arriving at the polls is thetime to check out a sample ballot — copieshave been sent to all registered voters —and decide on choices.

“Read, review and premark the sampleballot,” he said. “Bring it with you.”

That way, he said, the whole process willrun more smoothly.

With 21 races, ranging from that of Mary-land governor to Montgomery CountyBoard of Education, and five questions, itwould be time consuming for voters to makeall their decisions in the voting booth.

“The entire ballot is important,” Zelayasaid.

And so, Zelaya said, he hopes 100 per-cent of eligible voters actually do turn up

at the polls. “That’s always the goal,” hesaid. “We always prepare. Our desire is thatthe entire electorate comes to exercise theirconstitutional right.” Generally, he saidMontgomery County has about 60 percentturnout for elections. “When people ask meabout how many people I expect to vote Isay, ‘worry less about how many will comeout, worry about you coming out.’”

He did add, though, that weather is a bigfactor in voter turnout. Bad weather, like acold and dreary day negatively affects thenumbers at the polls.

REGISTRATION ANDREQUIREMENTS FOR VOTING

To vote in Montgomery County, you must:Be a U.S. citizen.Be a Montgomery County resident .

Be 18 years of age by Election Day, Nov. 6,2018.

“All of this information is available on ourwebsite,” Zelaya said. “777Vote.org.”

After voting, Zelaya suggests that thanksbe extended to the voting judges, who arevolunteering their time to ensure the pro-cess runs smoothly.

EARLY VOTINGPotomac Community Recreation Center,

11315 Falls Road is one of 11 early voting

centers around the county.Others close to Potomac are Montgom-

ery County Executive Office Building, 101Monroe St., Rockville and Jane E. LawtonCommunity Recreation Center, 4301 Wil-

Check Ballot Ahead of Time Election just threeweeks away.

low Lane, Chevy Chase.Early voting begins Thursday, Oct. 25 and

runs until Thursday, Nov. 1. Hours are 10a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. Residents can vote atany early voting center.

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Learn about your Local Watershed Environment;Share your Stormwater Problems; ConsiderStormwater Management Solutions; Develop aStewardship Plan specific to your Congregation;and Get Free Advice from Montgomery CountyRainScapes Experts. This workshop is co-hostedby Beth Sholom Congregation and St. James’Episcopal Church. RSVP:[email protected]

WEDNESDAY/OCT. 24Youth Town Hall. 7-8:30 p.m. at the Council

Office Building, third floor hearing room,100Maryland Ave., Rockville. The MontgomeryCounty Council wants to know what is on theminds of young residents when it hosts itseighth annual youth town hall. Doors open at 6p.m. for a pre-meeting pizza reception forstudents and Councilmembers in the building’ssecond-floor cafeteria. Call 240-777-7926 orlearn more by watching tinyurl.com/ybfyxo7h.

FRIDAY/OCT. 26Community Service Day. 7 a.m.-2 p.m. The

Montgomery County Department ofTransportation sponsor a bike collection duringthis year’s Community Service Week celebration.Donate bicycles, bicycle parts, and/or helmets.

The collection will be held at the Council OfficeBuilding parking garage in Rockville outside theentrance on East Jefferson Street at itsintersection with Monroe Street. Residents mayalso donate by check to Rockville Bike Hubduring the collection. All donated funds will beused to purchase bike helmets and parts torepair the bikes. Visitwww.montgomerycountymd.gov/DOT-dir/bikedrive.html for more.

TUESDAY/OCT. 30Preserving and Restoring Sight. 10 a.m.-noon

at Leisure World Clubhouse Two, 3300 NorthLeisure World Blvd., Silver Spring. Join WaiWong, MD, PhD, Senior Retina Researcher atNational Eye Institute (NEI) at the NationalInstitute of Health (NIH) as he discusses theimpact of regenerative medicine and theprogress in preserving and restoring sight. Dr.Suleiman Alibhai, Director, Low Vision LearningCenter will discuss new technologies thatcompliment medical research. Visit e-clubhouse.org/sites/leisureworld for more.

SUPPORT GROUPSCancer Support Groups. Held at Hope

Connections for Cancer Support, BeaumontHouse at FASEB, 9650 Rockville Pike, Bethesda.Free. RSVP at 301-634-7500.


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By Peggy McEwan

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In a way, Mike Hammer hasbeen preparing for his ca-reer as a diplomat all his life.He was born in Washington

D.C. then lived in five countriesin his first 14 years. He was bilin-gual from the beginning: hismother spoke to him in Spanishand his father, English.

This week he leaves to take upthe post as U.S. ambassador to theDemocratic Republic of Congo.

It seems like a tough place to go.As Hammer said in his statementfor his confirmation hearing be-fore the Senate Committee on For-eign Relations: “After two coups,more than 30 years of dictatorshipunder Mobutu, a regional war thatleft millions dead, and PresidentJoseph Kabila’s 17 years in power,the DRC is on the cusp of its firstpeaceful, democratic transitionsince independence. In holdingthese elections on Dec. 23, Presi-dent Kabila can achieve a signifi-cant legacy that advances the in-terests of his country and deliversan opportunity for a more peace-ful and prosperous future for the Congolesepeople.”

Hammer is enthusiastic.“This is the kind of assignment [diplomats]

relish,” Hammer said. “The U.S. can make adifference. We can play a role, hopefully, help-ing the Congolese people realize their poten-tial.”

Hammer said his family’s history motivatedhim to serve the United States through diplo-macy. “As a youth,” he said. “I liked the traveland being exposed to different cultures.”

His father worked with international labormovements mostly in Central and SouthAmerica and he learned to appreciate the idealof community service from him. He was alsodeeply affected by the murder of his father inEl Salvador while he [Mike] was a young teen-ager.

“I knew then that I wanted to become anAmerican diplomat, and my mother unequivo-cally supported my dream despite the risksinherent in our profession,” Hammer said.

Hammer attended Landon School in

Bethesda, received his bachelor’sdegree from GeorgetownUniversity’s Edmund A. WalshSchool of Foreign Service andmaster’s degrees from theFletcher School of Law and Di-plomacy at Tufts University andthe National Defense University.

While at Tufts, he met his wifeMargret Bjorgulfsdottir, who isfrom Iceland. They have threechildren, all who attended Win-ston Churchill High School. Hisyoungest daughter is a seniorthere this year.

He is fluent in Spanish,French, and Icelandic, andspeaks a bit of Portuguese andDanish, he said.

“Communication is key,” hesaid. “Diplomatic relations areabout people relations. It’s a mu-tual respect.”

Generally, he said, the worldadmires the people of the UnitedStates for their openness anddemocracy. He believes peopleneed security, opportunities andeducation. “If you have thosethree you have what you need,”he said.

Hammer said he is happy tohave done a lot of work in public affairs — hewas also ambassador to Chile and served inBolivia, Norway, Iceland, and Denmark andworked under four presidents. He encouragesothers to consider diplomacy as a career.

It’s important to bring the best of the bestinto the service if the United States is to helpthe people of other countries and look out forAmerican citizens, businesses and foreignpolicy, he said.

For more information about a career withthe State Department visit careers.state.gov.

Adept at International ChallengesPotomac resident named ambassador to Democratic Republic of Congo.

Mike Hammer with a student during one of his manyschool visits in Chile.

Mike Hammer with Chile President Michelle Bachelet.Mike Hammer delivers remarks at the National DefenseUniversity.

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Three citizens and aPotomac nonprofitbusiness have beenselected by the

Potomac Chamber of Commerce asits 2018 honorees. Not only dothese honorees volunteer theirtime and talents to help the com-munity, they give of themselvesboth professionally and personallyin a multitude of ways. They willbe featured in the Potomac Dayparade and also recognized by thePotomac Chamber of Commerce inNovember at a dinner held atNormandy Farm Restaurant.

The honorees are: GrandMarshall of the Parade – JuliaPerlman, Potomac Youth of the

Magic’ about how im-portant it is to incorpo-rate visual things intospaces. I lobbied toplant upscale plantsaround the library andto create an oasis for allto enjoy. The PotomacLibrary is one of themost used libraries inMontgomery Countyand should be lovely onthe outside as well ason the inside. OurPotomac Village Gar-den Club maintains theplantings and thespace. We try to makeit a beautiful spot thateveryone in our com-munity will enjoy.”

Perlman grew up in

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Honoring Community ServiceAnnual Potomac Day Paradereturns to Potomac Village on Oct. 20.

Julia Perlman – GrandMarshal of the Parade.

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Susanne Lee —Potomac Citizenof the Year.

Year - Katelyn Foreman, Potomac Citizen of the Year- Susanne Lee and Potomac Non-Profit Business ofthe Year - Kindworks.

Julia Perlman, Grand Marshal of thePotomac Day Parade

Julia Perlman literally became a “mover and ashaker” in Potomac when she could no longer standthe deterioration of the grounds surrounding thePotomac Library. Working with Montgomery CountyPublic Library representatives, the Friends of thePotomac Library and her own Potomac Village Gar-den Club, she personally moved and shook the earth— as well as people to improve the gardens. Withshovel and pruning shears in hand, she tackled thetask of turning the unkempt space into a beautifularboretum setting on all four sides of the PotomacLibrary. She also wrote a brochure for library patrons,explaining which plants are in the garden. This gar-den serves as a teaching garden for the Girl Scoutsand Brownies.

Perlman said, “I read a book called ‘Outside Lies

Rochester, N.Y. and moved here in 1968. She waseducated in chemistry at Mt. Holyoke and Yale. Forthe past 20 years she has volunteered as a GardenDocent at Hillwood. She also serves on the Board ofthe Chesapeake Institute for Sustainable Agriculture,volunteers as a member of the Canal Trust and atReal Foods for Kids Montgomery, lobbying forhealthier foods to be served to school children.

“This award came as a complete surprise and I’mproud to serve as the Grand Marshal,” said Perlman.“I’m usually working behind the scenes so I feel com-pletely honored to be out in front today. I am thrilledthat Carol Jarvis and the Potomac Village GardenClub nominated me.”

Susanne Lee, Potomac Citizen of the YearSusanne Lee is nominated for her leadership and

service to the West Montgomery County CitizensAssociation (WMCCA) and, in turn to the Potomaccommunity. She has spent countless hours ensuring


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Honoring Community Service

Katelyn Foreman —Potomac Youthof the Year

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that the Potomac Master Plan is adhered to, thestreams are kept clean, and the environment is sus-tained with green spaces remaining green.

Originally from Eagles Mere, Pa., a Victorian sum-mer resort on a pristine lake in north central Penn-sylvania, Susanne was surrounded by thousands ofacres of state game lands. She said, “I think love forthe outdoors and everything green was hardwiredin my DNA and this is one of the reasons I love liv-ing in the Potomac Subregion.” She left this area toattend Dickinson College, earned her Masters at theUniversity of Pittsburgh and her JD from GeorgeWashington University.

Ginny Barnes, president of the WMCCA, said,“Susanne’s knowledge of the law, ability to dig intotough legal issues with water and sewer policy, Spe-cial Exception uses and issues before the Board ofAppeals has helped the Association navigate our waywith County, State and even the Federal Government.Her contributions are nothing short of remarkable.Though self-effacing and quiet, Susanne has spentuntold hours working for our community. She is well-respected by the Montgomery County Council, Parksand Planning Department and other governmentalagencies. Susanne currently serves as zoning chairand is the president-elect of the WMCCA for 2019/2020.”

Lee said, “I feel so honored to receive this awardfor work that I love to do for my incredible neigh-bors and the awesome West Montgomery CountyCitizens Association. I am pleased to follow in the

footsteps of my heroes – former West Montgomeryaward winners Ginny and George Barnes and LoisWilliams. In my professional and volunteer work, thegoal has been to apply sound science, common sense,and the rule of law to ensure the very best outcome.Although the sound of chain saws still sends shiversdown my back, the objective is not to stop develop-ment, but to ensure it is done intelligently.”

Retired from the EPA, Lee is now environmentalcounsel for the Government of Palau, an island na-tion in the western Pacific. Her love of diving andsnorkeling exploded there and she spends a lot oftime on coral reefs throughout the world.

Katelyn Foreman, PotomacYouth of the Year

Katelyn Foreman, a senior at The Bullis School, wasnominated by her guidance counselor Lynn Kittel. Shehas attended Bullis since grade 6, and lived inPotomac her entire life. She is curious and kind –two features that allow her to achieve excellence inall aspects of her life. Her counselor wrote, “Katelynmust have some magical power that allows her toextend time! It just does not seem possible that shecan accomplish as much in each day as she does. Sheappears to be superhuman in that regard, and yet,anyone who meets Katelyn will tell you she is asgrounded, caring and as ‘real as they come.’ Withher genuine kindness and gregarious nature, Katelynputs everyone at ease and welcomes them into hersphere. She is the perfect example of someone who


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At Annual Potomac Day ParadeFrom Page 8

Salma Hasan Ali, chief inspiration officer; Deb Lang,executive director; and Denise Schleckser, board chair, ofKindworks – nonprofit business of the year for PotomacDay.

can be successful at all she at-tempts yet always be at ease andrelatable.”

Not only does Katelyn carry thehighest GPA in her class, she is anaccomplished dancer at theCityDance Conservatory whereshe spends 15 hours each week inclasses and rehearsals. She alsodances and choreographs for theBullis After-School Dance Pro-gram, represents her classmates inStudent Government and is aleader in the Bullis Student TutorsOrganization. She tutors manyyounger students and has servedas head of marketing for the pro-gram. Additionally, she is involvedin UNICEF and Booster Club andspent her summer teaching danceto senior citizens at the HebrewHome. She wanted to share herlove of dance with the residentsof an assisted living facility andthoroughly enjoyed watching theseniors move and smile along withthe music.

Katelyn said, “I am bothhumbled and honored to benamed the Potomac Student of theYear. Throughout my many yearsin the Potomac area, I have always

derstanding. By making it easy for people to partici-pate in volunteer projects, KindWorks makes servicea part of everyone’s daily routine.

“We believe that by bringing people together as agroup, not only can we provide much needed ser-vice and support, but we can also learn from andinspire one another, and therefore have a much moreprofound and long lasting impact,” said ExecutiveDirector Deb Lang.

KindWorks focuses its efforts in three main areas:helping low income neighbors, for example by pre-paring meals using recovered foods and organizingsocial and health related activities such as Bingo andyoga for area shelters; supporting new legal refugeeneighbors, by gathering donated furniture and set-ting up welcoming apartments, along with otherprojects; and supporting inmates who will soon re-enter the community, through job-readiness train

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looked forward to the Parade as a celebration of thiswonderful community. Dogs in tow and a PotomacPizza slice in hand, the Potomac Day festivities havebeen surrounded by happy thoughts and joyousmemories. I look forward to continuing this tradi-tion with family and friends, adding a new specialtouch and an unforgettable memory.”

By the time she completes her senior year, Katelynwill have taken 18 Honors and Advanced Placementcourses. She plans to attend a four-year universitynext year but is undecided about her major or long-term plans. Her interests are across the curriculumin science, global studies and the arts.

KindWorks – NonprofitBusiness of the Year

KindWorks is a non-profit which brings people to-gether to address some of the most urgent needs inthe community, including poverty, hunger, environ-ment, health, emergency relief, and promoting un-


Potomac Day 2018

Visiting withBert fromSqueals onWheels at lastyear’s PotomacDay Parade.

Demonstration fromEast West Tae Kwon

Do at last year’sPotomac Day Parade.

Youths on theclimbing wallat last year’sPotomac DayParade.

ing, life coaching, weekly chessclasses, and more.

“KindWorks is about under-standing that each one of us cando something, however small orbig, to impact the life of anotherperson for the better,” said ChiefInspiration Officer Salma HasanAli. “The world’s problems canseem so overwhelming — it’s easyto feel stuck. By helping our neigh-bors in need, at least we can takethat first step in a positive direc-tion.”

For example, KindWorks just setup its 32nd apartment (in the past18 months) for a refugee familyof nine coming from Afghanistan.A group of more than 25 people,aged 10 to 60-plus, gathered on aSaturday morning to assemble fur-niture, stock the pantry, fill back-packs, sort toys and clothes, anddecorate an apartment so it feelslike a home. They even arrangedfor a home-cooked Afghani mealfor the new neighbors upon theirarrival. (Learn more about thisKindWorks story on Salma’swebsite: http://www.salmahasanali.com/she-never-met-a-stranger/.)

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By Marilyn Campbell

“Ick, this is so gross,” said one 11-year-old girl with shoulderlength blonde hair. “Those arethe guts,” said her classmate, a

12-year-old, white apron-clad boy, as hepulled a handful of stringy, orange pulp outof a fat pumpkin.

“It’s part of the process. You have to cleanout the messy insides before you can startcarving a beautiful design,” said Lisa Searby,who was offering an in-home lesson in carv-ing Halloween pumpkins to a group ofmiddle school students and their parents.

A drive around most neighborhoods dur-ing this, the spookiest season of the year,will likely reveal the efforts of many to carvea sophisticated pumpkin. From frighteningto fanciful, the art of pumpkin carving is askill that eludes many. So on a chilly Sun-day afternoon, Searby, who lives inBethesda, Md. trekked to the Fairfax homeof Katie and Luke Gunther to offer a classin pumpkin carving. With a few tricks andthe right tools, Searby says that almost any-one can create a front-porch worthy gourd.

After the parent-child duos have donnedaprons and the pumpkins are placed atoptables covered with plastic and topped withnewspaper, the instruction begins. A set of

carving tools is something that Searby rec-ommends to anyone who wants to createan impressive design.

“You don’t have to break the bank, butyou need to get a set of tools that are sturdyenough to stand up the the heft of a thick-

skinned pumpkin,” she said. “You can usu-ally find them online pretty easily. Choosea set that has a tool for each step of theprocess, like a little serrated saw to cut ahole in the top and a scooper to clean outthe flesh. It makes carving so much easier.”

It appears that parents agree. “I didn’trealize that there was such a thing, but theselittle tools are awesome,” said LukeGunther, the father of 12-year-old twins.“We usually use a kitchen knife and it’s hardto cut through and the edges of the designsare always jagged, but the tools make amuch smoother cut.”

Once the tops of the pumpkins are re-moved and the pulp, flesh and seeds areacleared, the artistry begins. “Use a dry-erasemarker to to sketch the design that you wantto carve on the front of your pumpkin,” saidSearby. “Does anyone know why we’re us-ing a dry-erase marker instead of a Sharpie?Because if you make a mistake or don’t likeyour drawing, you can wipe off a dry-erasemarker and start over. Sharpies are perma-nent.”

Three hearts are what Theresa Holt andher 12-year-old son and 11-year-old daugh-ter choose for the front of their pumpkin.“This is such a fun thing to do, even if youdon’t care about the outcome, it’s a great wayto spend time together as a family,” she said.

A lesson in creating a front porchworthy Halloween pumpkin.Carving Made Easy

Those who choose to use one of Searby’spre-designed templates are instructed toattach the template to the pumpkin and usethe spike tool to trace the design onto thegourd, leaving tiny pinholes in its thickflesh. Next, the class uses one of the carv-ing tools to cut out the facial features orother designs and, voila, in less than 30minutes the group produces six pumpkinsthat are ready for Halloween.

“If you’re going to use candles illuminateyour pumpkins at night, make sure you putthe candles in a glass candle holder first,”said Searby. “Now the clean-up begins. It’sa messy process after all.”

Investing in a set of carving toolshelps create impressive Halloweenpumpkins.

Photos courtesy of Lisa Searby

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Address .............................. BR FB HB . Postal City . Sold Price ... Type ......... Lot AC .. PostalCode ....... Subdivision ......... Date Sold

1 13516 MAIDSTONE LN ..... 6 .. 5 . 3 ... POTOMAC $1,550,000 ... Detached .... 2.12 ......... 20854 .......... RIVERS EDGE ........ 08/15/18

2 9417 TOBIN CIR ................ 5 .. 4 . 1 ... POTOMAC $1,487,500 ... Detached .... 0.53 ......... 20854 ........ MCAULEY PARK ....... 08/17/18

3 9301 CRIMSON LEAF TER .. 4 .. 3 . 1 ... POTOMAC $1,430,000 ... Detached .... 0.44 ......... 20854 ............... AVENEL ............. 08/15/18

4 11416 PATRIOT LN ............ 4 .. 6 . 1 ... POTOMAC $1,410,000 ... Detached .... 0.17 ......... 20854 ....... POTOMAC CREST ..... 08/03/18

5 9808 GLYNSHIRE WAY ...... 5 .. 4 . 1 ... POTOMAC $1,400,000 ... Detached .... 0.53 ......... 20854 ........ CLAGETT FARM....... 08/27/18

6 9200 FALLS BRIDGE LN .... 5 .. 4 . 1 ... POTOMAC $1,375,000 ... Detached .... 2.17 ......... 20854 ..... POTOMAC OUTSIDE ... 08/28/18

7 10818 NANTUCKET TER ..... 4 .. 3 . 1 ... POTOMAC $1,365,000 ... Detached .... 0.93 ......... 20854 .... KENTSDALE ESTATES .. 08/15/18

8 7700 MARY CASSATT DR .... 5 .. 6 . 0 ... POTOMAC $1,340,000 ... Detached .... 0.40 ......... 20854 .... WILLERBURN ACRES .. 08/31/18

Copyright 2018 MarketStats for ShowingTime. Source: Bright MLS as of September 15, 2018.

2 9417 Tobin Circle — $1,487,500

3 9301 Crimson Leaf Terrace — $1,430,000

6 9200 Falls Bridge Lane — $1,375,000

7 10818 Nantucket Terrace— $1,365,000

4 11416 Patriot Lane— $1,410,000

8 7700 Mary Cassatt Drive— $1,340,000


Submit entertainment announcementsat www.connectionnewspapers.com/Cal-endar/. The deadline is noon on Friday.Photos/artwork encouraged.

ONGOINGAutumn Adoption Fest. Through

Oct. 25 at Montgomery CountyAnimal Services and AdoptionCenter, 7315 Muncaster Mill Road,Derwood. MCASAC will offer no-costadoptions to encourage the public toadopt homeless pets and make roomat the shelter for new arrivalsneeding placement. After a summerof high animal intakes, largely theresult of multiple hoarding casesinvestigated by the Division,MCASAC has a wide-variety of petsready to go to a new home. Visitwww.montgomerycountmd.gov/asdfor more.

Art Exhibit: “Abstract & TheFigure.” Gallery hours, through Oct.31 at Framer’s Choice Gallery, 402Main St., Gaithersburg. VianBorchert’s collection consists of amelange of recent abstract paintingsalong with abstracted figurativeartwork. Visittheframerschoicegallery.com/ or call301-987-8711.

Art Exhibit: Paintings andSculpture. Through Nov. 3, galleryhours at Gallery B, 7700 WisconsinAve., Suite E, Bethesda. Gallery Bpresents the October exhibit, a groupshow by Nihal Kececi of Gallery NK,featuring work by Nadia Arditti,Claudia Cappelle, Gulten Imamoglu,Nihal Kececi and Eric Westbrook.Visit www.bethesda.org.

Exhibit: “Places We Find.” ThroughNov. 4, gallery hours at PhotoworksGallery in Glen Echo Park. “PlacesWe Find” features work from SandySugawara and Catiana Garcia Kilroy.The exhibit highlights how commonplaces can become a source ofsurprise and discovery through thephotographer’s lens. Visitglenechophotoworks.org for more.

Teen Writers’ Club. Tuesdaysthrough May 28, 6:30-8 p.m. atPotomac Library, 10101 GlenoldenDrive, Potomac. Teens (13-18) with apassion for writing are invited to join

the Teen Writers’ Club. Learn andpractice new writing techniques,share your work, and learn how tocritique other works with author NealGillen. Free. [email protected] for more.

Pups on the Patio. 4-7 p.m. everyThursday at Silver, 7150 WoodmontAve., Bethesda. Guests can enjoydrinks, appetizers and dinner withtheir pets outside on Silver’s patio.visit www.eatatsilver.com for more.

Children’s Storytime. Wednesdaysand Saturdays, 10 a.m. at Barnes &Noble Booksellers, 4801 BethesdaAve., Bethesda Listen to employeesread children’s stories. Free. Visitwww.store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/event/4824850-21.

VisArts Cocktails and CanvasClass. at VisArts in the Painting &Drawing Studio, 155 Gibbs St.,Rockville. Price $40. Visitwww.visartsatrockville.org/cocktails-and-canvas for more.

Drop in Art Activities. EverySaturday 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in theCandy Corner Studio at Glen EchoPark, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., parentsand children can explore a new artform or theme. $10/child, parentcombo. Drop-in only. www.pgip.org.

Mommy & Me (& Daddy, Too).Third Tuesday each month. 10 a.m.at Rockville Town Square. Meet for amorning out with active learning andcreative play with lunch specials,story time, arts and crafts, sing-a-longs, prizes and more.rockvilletownsquare.com/events/mommy-and-me.

Chocolate Factory Tours. Fridaysand Saturdays, 2-5:45 p.m. atSPAGnVOLA Chocolatier, 360 MainSt., Gaithersburg. Take a short tourof The Truffle Factory facilities. Free.www.spagnvola.com.

Glen Echo Park Films. Saturdays andSundays. Arcade Building, 7300MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Filmsabout the Park’s history are shown onrotation in the lobby. Free. Visitwww.glenechopark.org for more.

SilverWorks Studio & Gallery.Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdaysand Sundays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. GlenEcho Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd.,

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Sculptural CeramicsExhibition of ceramics, now through Nov. 13, noon-6 p.m.At Waverly Street Gallery, 4600 East West Highway,Bethesda. Free. Kanika Sircar is exhibiting contemporarysculptural ceramics that reference environmental andclimate change. Her forms depict shorelines, waves andboats in surging seas, colors and texts interspersed onbeautiful surfaces. Email: [email protected] or visitwww.waverlystreetgallery.com/october2018

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Entertainment

The ‘S’ WordFilm screening of The “S”

Word, Oct. 25, 6:30-7:30 p.m. At AFISilver Theatre, 8633 Colesville Road,Silver Spring. Cost: $5. In this award-winning documentary, a suicide attemptsurvivor is on a mission to find fellowsurvivors and document their stories ofunguarded courage, insight, pain andhumor. A presentation and Q&A sessionwill follow the screening. Members ofthe community working to fight mentalhealth stigma and to support individu-als with a mental illness will be availableto answer questions and share re-sources. Contact Laura Laskofski [email protected]. Get ticketsat www.every-mind.org/registration-forms/the-s-word/.

‘Places We Find’Photoworks’ new exhibit features work from Sandy Sugawara and Catiana Garcia Kilroy highlighting how common places

can become a source of surprise and discovery through the photographer’s lens. Exhibit runs through Nov. 4 at Photoworksat Glen Echo Park. Visit glenechophotoworks.org for more.

Glen Echo. SilverWorks Studio & Galleryis a working silversmith studio andincludes an ongoing exhibition, aswell as sales of the work of artist-in-residence Blair Anderson. Free. Visitwww.silverworksglenechopark.com.

Art Glass Center at Glen Echo. Allday Wednesdays; Fridays, 10 a.m.-2p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.;Sundays, noon-4 p.m. Art GlassCenter, Glen Echo Park, 7300MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Ongoingexhibitions feature work of residentartists. Sculpture, vessels, functionalart and jewelry for sale. Classes aretaught year-round for beginner,intermediate and advanced students.Visitwww.artglasscenteratglenecho.orgfor more.

Yellow Barn Studio & Gallery.Saturdays and Sundays, 12-5 p.m.The Yellow Barn Studio & Gallerypresents free exhibitions of emergingartists’ work. Each weekend featuresthe work of a different artist. Mostartwork is also for sale.www.yellowbarnstudio.com.

Potomac Games Group.Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. at PotomacCommunity Recreation Center,11315 Falls Road, Potomac. Theworld is in the midst of a Golden Ageof new board and card games forplayers of all ages. Free. Contactevent host Randy Hoffman at 412-983-5411 [email protected].

CAMPS, CLASSES & WORKSHOPSArt Explorers Open Studio. Every

Saturday, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at TheCandy Corner Studio, 7300MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Artactivities for parents and children.Activities change weekly and there isno pre-registration; $10 per child.Visit www.glenechopark.org/saturday-art-explorers for more.

Ceramic Classes. Various dates andtimes. VisArts, 155 Gibbs St,Rockville. An opportunity to try thenew ceramic workshops. Visitwww.visartsatrockville.org/ceramicsfor a list of class dates, times.

DANCINGWeekly International Folkdancing.

Thursdays, 7:30-11 p.m. at Church ofthe Redeemer, 6201 DunrobbinDrive, Bethesda. Circle and linedances from Eastern Europe. Lessonat 7:30, followed by requests. GlenEcho Folkdancers welcome beginnersof all ages; no partner needed. Wearcomfortable shoes. $7. Call 301-466-3018 or visitwww.dancingplanetproductions.com.

Thang Ta. Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m. atSutradhar Institute of Dance andRelated Arts, 1525 Forest Glen Road,Silver Spring. Learn the ancient art ofthe sword and spear. $25. Visitwww.dancesidra.org.

Weekly Blues Dance. Thursdays8:15-11:30 p.m. in the Back RoomAnnex at Glen Echo Park, 7300MacArthur Blvd. Capital Bluespresents rotating DJs and instructorswith beginner workshop 8:15-9 p.m.,no partner necessary. $8 for all.capitalblues.org

Weekly Swing Dance. Saturdays, 8p.m.-midnight. The DC LindyExchange presents a swing dancewith live music in the SpanishBallroom, Glen Echo Park, 7300MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo.Beginner swing dance lesson at 8p.m., followed by dancing. Admission$16-$18, age 17 and under $12. Visitwww.glenechopark.org.

Argentine Tango with Lessons.Most Sundays, 6:30-11 p.m. in theBack Room Annex at Glen Echo Park,7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo.Argentine Tango lessons followed bya Milonga most Sunday evenings.Beginner lesson 6:30-7:30 p.m. andintermediate lesson 7:30-8:30 p.m.Cost is $15/lesson and includes theMilonga. For just the Milonga, cost is$10 and the open dance with DJ runs8:30-11 p.m. No partner required.www.glenechopark.org, 301-634-2222.

Contra and Square Dance. Fridaysand Sundays 7-10:30 p.m. in theSpanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park,7300 MacArthur Blvd. The eveningcan include square dances, mixers,waltzes and other couple dances. AllContra and Square dances are taught,no partner necessary. Lessons at 7p.m., followed by the called dancewith live music at 7:30. $13 fornonmembers, $10 for FSGWmembers, $5 ages 17 and under.www.glenechopark.org, 301-634-2222.

Live Music & Dancing. Fridays andSaturdays, 7-11 p.m. in Margery’sLounge, Normandie Farm Restaurant,10710 Falls Road, Potomac. Dance tothe music of Barry Gurley. Call 301-983-8838 or visitwww.popovers.com.

NOW THRU MAY 28, 2019Teen Writers’ Club. 6:30-8 p.m. Meets at

Potomac Library, 10101 GlenoldenDrive, Potomac. Free. Teens ages 13-18 with a passion for writing areinvited to join in this Teen Writers’Club. Learn new writing techniques,get practice in different writingexercises, share work, and learn how

to critique work of others. Localauthor Neal Gillen leads the club,which meets on the 2nd and 4thTuesday of each

Month. Contact: Neal Gillen [email protected].

NOW THRU NOV. 13Exhibition of Ceramics. 12-6 p.m. At

Waverly Street Gallery, 4600 EastWest Highway, Bethesda. Free.Kanika Sircar is exhibitingcontemporary sculptural ceramicsthat reference environmental andclimate change. Her forms depictshorelines, waves and boats insurging seas, colors and textsinterspersed on beautiful surfaces.Email: [email protected] orvisit the websitewww.waverlystreetgallery.com/october2018

WEDNESDAY/OCT. 17Halloween Slime. 4-5 p.m. at

Potomac Library, 10101 GlenoldenDrive, Potomac. Get into the spirit ofHalloween by making some ooey-gooey slime. All supplies will beprovided; open to children 8 years of

age and older. Free. Call 240-777-0690 or visitwww.montgomerycountymd.gov/library.

THURSDAY/OCT. 18Halloween Puppet Show. 10:30 a.m.

At Potomac Library, 10101 GlenoldenDrive, Potomac. Free. A SpooktacularSpectacle of Ghostly Girls, VinnieVampire and His All Bats Trio,Napoleon Bone-A-Part, and the TapDancing Pumpkin Man. Nogoosebumps needed — this show issilly rather than scary.For all ages.This program is sponsored by theFriends of the Library-PotomacChapter. Call Cindy Gil at 240-777-0690.

SATURDAY/OCT. 20Heritage Harvest Festival. Noon-4

p.m. at locations throughout theMontgomery County AgriculturalReserve. Celebrate autumn and thefall harvest in the MontgomeryCounty Agricultural Reserve. Explorea farm market and winery, CSA(Community Supported Agriculture)


Entertainment

“Sunset Over The Water” by Vian Borchert.

Solo Exhibit: ‘Abstract & The Figure’Vian Borchert’s collection consists of a melange of recent abstract paintings along with abstracted

figurative artwork. Gallery hours, through Oct. 31 at Framer’s Choice Gallery, 402 Main St., Gaithersburg.Visit theframerschoicegallery.com/ or call 301-987-8711.

farms, animal sanctuary, living history farm,lavender farm, and more. Family activities willinclude farm tours, markets, crafts for kids,adorable farm animals, historic structures, andfood for sale. Free admission. Visitwww.HeritageMontgomery.org/heritage-harvest/ or call 301-515-0753.

“10 Photographs: A Secret About A Secret.”7-10 p.m. at Photoworks in Glen Echo. Theevent will include a casual buffet dinner,musical entertainment, and a silent auction.Sarah Gordon, independent curator andlecturer, will speak on the use of boxedcollections by master photographers. Each guestwill receive a boxed collection of work byPhotoworks photographers. Tickets are $100 forone or $150 for two atglenechophotoworks.org/10-photos.

Fall Fest. 3:30-6:30 p.m. at Geneva Day School,11931 Seven Locks Road, Potomac, featuringbake sale, apple cider, arts and crafts, games,pumpkin painting, gift card prizes, face paiting,vendor shops, raffle and bounce houses.

SUNDAY/OCT. 21Fire Department Open House. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

at 8001 River Road, Bethesda. The Departmentwill host its annual Open House with a day ofactivities that will appeal to all ages andinterests. Check the station’s electronic sign orFacebook page for additional information. Visitwww.cjpvfd.com for more.

Waltz Dance. 2:45-3:30 waltz workshop; 3:30-6p.m. dance at the Bumper Car Pavillion at GlenEcho Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo.Featuring the ensemble Rhapsody with a mix offolk waltzes with a few other couple dances,including Hambo, Schottische, Swing, Tango,and Polka. Admission is $13. No partnerrequired. Call Joan Koury at 202-238-0230 orGlen Echo Park at 301-634-2222, go towww.WaltzTimeDances.org or [email protected].

TUESDAY-SUNDAY/OCT. 23-38Washington International Horse Show. At

Capital One Arena. America’s favorite horseshow returns for its 60th Anniversary. Generaladmission starting from $25. Visit wihs.org/tickets.

THURSDAY/OCT. 25Film Screening The “S” Word. 6:30-7:30 p.m.

At AFI Silver Theatre, 8633 Colesville Road,Silver Spring. Cost: $5. In this award-winningdocumentary, a suicide attempt survivor is on amission to find fellow survivors and documenttheir stories of unguarded courage, insight, pain

and humor. A presentation and Q&A session willfollow the screening. Members of thecommunity working to fight mental healthstigma and to support individuals with a mentalillness will be available to answer questions andshare resources. Contact Laura Laskofski [email protected]. Get tickets atwww.every-mind.org/registration-forms/the-s-word/.

SATURDAY/OCT. 27Stand-Up Comedy. 7-8:30 p.m. at Cissel-Saxon

American Legion Post 41, 8110 Fenton Street,Silver Spring. Get in the Halloween spirit with anight of stand-up comedy from some of the mostfun comics around.

Come in costume, enjoy a Candy Corn Cocktail andsit back to enjoy the comedy of HaywoodTurnipseed, Jr., Rose Vineshank, Anthony Oakesand Monica Welham. Prizes will be awarded forthe best costumes. Cost is $20 VIP tickets(includes reserved seating and a complimentaryCandy Corn Cocktail); $16 for general admissionin advance / all door tickets will be $20. Formore information, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spooky-comedy-halloween-stand-up-show-at-post-41-tickets-50791276074. Contact Kim at 301-351-2096 [email protected].

SUNDAY/OCT. 28Haunted House Number 13. 4-6 p.m. at the

Clara Barton Community Center, 7425MacArthur Blvd., Cabin John. Halloweenharbors superstitions, one of which is thatthirteen is unlucky. So be wary as you approachthis year’s creepy Haunted House at the ClaraBarton Community Center. Fortunes will be told,witches and zombies will haunt visitors’ paths,and games will challenge their nerve and skill.All ages are welcome, free of charge, thoughchildren up to age 12 are most likely to bespellbound. Little ones may want a hand tohold. Refreshments will be offered, and smallgifts will be handed out to kids. Call 240-777-4910 for more.

MONDAY/OCT. 29Live Music: Hanneke Cassel & Dave

Wiesler. 7:30 p.m. at Saint Mark PresbyterianChurch, 10701 Old Georgetown Road, Rockville.Cassel and Wiesler met at Pinewoods ScottishDance camp in 1998 and have been happilymaking music together since then.Tickets: $20advance, $25 door. Students & Children: $15advance, $20 door. Visit www.imtfolk.org or call301-960-3655.

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

By KENNETH B. LOURIE

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