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The Arts Council of Fairfax County announced three $5,000 Strauss Artist Grant awards to Reston-based choreographer and dancer, Shu-Chen Cuff, Falls Church-based composer Stephen Gorbos, and Great Falls-based theatre director Jeanne Harrison. “We are pleased to recognize and support these outstanding Fairfax County artists,” said Linda S. Sullivan, president and CEO of the Arts Council of Fairfax County. “The Arts Council’s Strauss Artist Grants are selected from a highly competitive pool of applicants from all arts disciplines.” Taiwanese-born choreographer and dancer Shu-Chen Cuff founded Reston-based Gin Dance Company in 2011 providing artists the opportunity to learn, grow, and express themselves through dance. Cuff serves as artistic director for Gin Dance and regularly performs with her dance company in Fairfax County and the Washington metropolitan area. She is known for blending both visual and performance art in her performances. Composer Stephen Gorbos creates concert music for a wide range of ensembles and soloists, as well as music for film, theatre, and dance productions. His music navigates a wide palette of genres and influences, creating a synthesis between styles as diverse as American rhythm & blues, Western classical music, and Javanese Gamelan (traditional Indonesian ensemble music). Gorbos teaches composition, theory, and music technology as an associate professor of music and head of the division of composition and theory at the Catholic University of America’s Benjamin T. Rome School of Music. Theatre artist Jeanne Harrison is Traveling Players Ensemble’s producing artistic director and founder. The Ensemble, founded in 2003, is dedicated to bring classical theatre into the great outdoors through a thriving summer camp and yearround acting classes and workshops. During her 27-year teaching career, Harrison has taught for Catholic University, Chapin School, Folger Shakespeare Library, Loyola University (Maryland), University of Maryland-Baltimore County, and Interlochen Center for the Arts, where she directed the Shakespeare program.
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Boy Scout Troop Exemplifies Leave No Trace during Watershed Cleanup Members of Chantilly Boy Scout Troop 695 completed a watershed cleanup for the Poplar Tree Homeowners Association (PTHOA) May 14. Ten scouts and five adults spent about three hours removing trash, recyclables and broken glass from the creeks and wooded common areas at the center of Point Pleasant Drive in Chantilly.
Vinifera Wine Bar and Bistro Welcomes New Culinary Team Vinifera Wine Bar & Bistro is pleased to appoint Richard Falbo as the restaurant’s new Executive Chef and Landon Barnes as Sous Chef. With a new team in place, Vinifera looks forward to showcasing its Mediterranean inspired cuisine through innovative local ingredients and highlighting their expertly curated wine list. Chef Falbo brings over twenty years of experience to Vinifera. Falbo began his culinary career after a brief study period in Italy, graduating from Texas Tech University with a degree in Hospitality Management. He spent a few years as a journeyman chef before finally attending the New England Culinary Institute. Upon graduation, he tried out and qualified for culinary instructor and worked there for several years teaching a wide variety of classes and developing a love for charcuterie and cheeses before relocating back to Texas. Vinifera’s new Sous Chef Barnes, comes with a creative mind and a passion for the food industry. Before coming to Vinifera, Barnes built up his experience at a variety of restaurants in the Washington, D.C. and Virginia area, including Archies, Rustico, and Passionfish Restaurant. Prior to that, Barnes attended both West Virginia University and Northern Virginia Community College. For more information, visit the Vinifera website at www.viniferabistro. com.
Republican Women of Clifton Awards Scholarships to Local High School Seniors Four graduating high school seniors received scholarships from the Republican Women of Clifton. The seniors were required to write an essay on “What the First Amendment Means to Me.” In addition to the essay, the decision was also determined by service to the community, leadership, and academic performance. First place winner, Michael Murphy, of Lake Braddock Secondary School, received a $1,000 scholarship. He will attend the University of Florida. The second place scholarship of $100 was awarded to Austin Ludolph who attends Robinson Secondary School. The tie for third place went to Joel Galloway of West Springfield High School and Kirsten Chase of Lake Braddock Secondary School. Each received a $50 scholarship. The scholarships were presented during the May meeting of the RWC earlier this month at Fairview Elementary School in Fairfax Station.
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James Filson Dewberry, a privately held professional services firm, is pleased to announce the promotions of Chris dePascale, PE, and James C. Filson, PE, to associate vice president in the firm’s Fairfax office. dePascale is a senior civil engineer with nearly 20 years of experience. His responsibilities include project management, utility engineering, permitting, environmental coordination, development of contract documents, and support during construction. He is currently working on projects with Georgetown University, Inova Healthcare Services, and Loudoun County, where he is providing utility planning and design services, site planning, entitlement/permitting, and construction phase services. Filson has more than 25 years of experience in transportation and hydraulic engineering. He has extensive knowledge in drainage design, bridge approach design, and stream restoration assessment and design. His drainage design expertise includes both urban and rural roadway environments, erosion and sediment control, stormwater management control, and best management practices. He served as a key hydraulic engineer for the Intercounty Connector Contract C in Montgomery County and the Dulles Rail Phase II designbuild contracts. Filson supports roadway drainage, stormwater management, bridge hydraulics, scour analysis, and floodplain management for design-
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• It was early 20th-century Irish author Robert Wilson Lynd who made the following sage observation: “The belief in the possibility of a short decisive war appears to be one of the most ancient and dangerous of human illusions.” • If you find yourself with a dull pair of scissors, try this trick: Fold a piece of sandpaper in half, rough side out, and make repeated cuts until the blades are sharp again. • In 1980, 16 Danish seamen issued a Mayday call and abandoned their sinking ship, leaping into the frigid waters of the North Sea. Despite the fact that the water of the North Sea is so cold that it can kill a person in half an hour, all 16 sailors, who all were wearing life jackets, survived three times that long, and all were alive when rescuers arrived 90 minutes later. The sailors were immediately taken below decks on the rescue ship, wrapped in blankets and given warm drinks. Seems like a happy ending, doesn’t it? Nope. After reaching supposed safety, all 16 of the rescued sailors suddenly dropped dead. • The word “infant” is derived from the Latin word “infans,” which means “unable to speak.” • If you’re a pet owner, you probably know that the epidemic of obesity is not limited to humans; many pets are overweight, too. You might be surprised to learn, though, that some pet owners choose to deal with the problem in a way that we usually associate only with people: liposuction. Yes, you can get cosmetic surgery for your pets. • Those who study such things say that in Norway, there are 1,800 lakes that have no fish at all. *** Thought for the Day: “I was a late bloomer. But anyone who blooms at all, ever, is very lucky.” — Sharon Olds
1. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What car company makes the Rio and Sedona models? 2. MUSIC: Who composed the “Wedding March”? 3. GEOGRAPHY: Where is the Isle of Wight? 4. U.S. STATES: What is the state bird of Louisiana? 5. MOVIES: What are the names of “The Blues Brothers”? 6. INVENTIONS: Who invented the tea bag in the early 20th century? 7. CHEMISTRY: Which chemical element has the symbol K? 8. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is a more commonly known name for the Alsatian dog? 9. ART: What are the top three secondary colors, obtained by mixing two primary colors? 10. FAMOUS QUOTES: What 20th-century first lady once said, “Great minds discuss ideas; average minds discuss events; small minds discuss people”? Answers 1. Kia Motors Corp. 2. Felix Mendelssohn 3. Off England’s southern coast 4. Brown pelican 5. Jake and Elwood 6. Thomas Sullivan 7. Potassium (original Latin name was kalium) 8. German Shepherd 9. Orange, green and purple 10. Eleanor Roosevelt May 23, 2016
Strauss Artist Grants Recognize Dancer, Composer and Theatre Artist
Maureen Loftus, executive director of LearningRx of Vienna and Reston hosted the 23rd Annual Tysons Regional Chamber of Commerce Stars event with 42 students attending from 22 Fairfax County schools. Each year, the Tysons Regional Chamber partners with area schools to celebrate and honor selected students who deserve recognition for positive potential or significant improvements. The Chamber Stars event celebrates the accomplishment of students who have persevered despite significant obstacles or personal struggles. The children’s program began with a visit to Barnes and Noble at Tysons Corner Center where each student selected two books: one for their school library, and one for them to keep. Students also enjoyed lunch at La Sandia Restaurant and received awards recognizing their accomplishments. “Each of the Chamber Stars here today represent what results from choosing to take on the challenges that life presents,” said Maureen Loftus, executive director of LearningRx of Reston, and Vienna. “Each of these students chose to work very hard to overcome the obstacles rather than quitting, and this perseverance and hard work will enable each of these students to shine bright for years to come,” she said. More than 150 attendees joined the event, including Dr. Steven Lockard, deputy superintendent of Fairfax County Schools. The Chamber Stars program is possible because of sponsorships from Navy Federal Credit Union and LearningRx.
The cleanup was an Eagle Scout service project for Caleb Zwicker. He is currently a Life Scout, working to earn the rank of Eagle Scout. Caleb is also a Troop 695 Patrol Leader and he is finishing up his freshman year at Chantilly High School. “The boys did a great job and collected a lot of trash,” said PTHOA Grounds Committee Chairman John Peterson. “The project provided a great service to the community.” The Eagle Scout Service Project was made possible in part by the generous donations of Molly Craig, J.D., Realtor/ Sales Associate, Century 21 New Millennium; Elizabeth McGuiness, Long and Foster Realty; and Dr. Diem Nguyen, Chantilly Dental Center. Troop 695 hopes that our neighbors who enjoy the common areas follow the Boy Scout guide for the outdoors – “leave no trace.”
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George Mason University recognized three individuals for their service by awarding them the George Mason Medal. Charles J. Colgan, Jim Larranaga and Long V. Nguyen are this year’s recipients of the award. Colgan, a former state senator, has long been a proponent of high education. With his considerable help in Richmond, George Mason has become the commonwealth’s largest research university, with nearly 34,000 students, 6,500 faculty and staff and campuses stretching from Arlington and Fairfax to South Korea. Larranaga helped put George Mason on the map when he led the men’s basketball team to the 2006 NCAA Final Four. The former GMU coach said he’s proud to accept the Mason Medal as recognition of those who supported him during his 14 seasons with the Patriots. Nguyen, a longtime philanthropist, and his wife donated $5 million to Mason’s Volgenau School of Engineering and the Engineering Building bears their name. He is a past member of Mason’s Board of Visitors and the Board of Trustees of the Academy for Government Accountability. The George Mason Medal is the university’s highest honorary award. Those who receive the award are characterized by a record of service to their community, state or nation consistent with the level and quality of George Mason’s public service in his own time. George Mason was a public leader in the cause of freedom during the Revolutionary War and formative years of the United States.
LearningRx Hosts 23rd Annual Tysons Regional Chamber of Commerce Stars Event
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In Memoriam - Charles Kauffman Charles Frederick Kauffman (age 83) of Herndon, VA continued on his eternal journey with God after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s, on May 4th, 2016, surrounded by his loving family. Survived by his wife, Yvonne, and their children Chang (SooHee) Lisa, Christopher, Heather (Peter) and Melody (Nelson), and brother, Joseph (Evelyn); grandchildren, Jamie, Brian, Conner, Kaylee, Christopher, Kyra, Jonah, Donovan, Devin, Cameron, and great-grandchild, Dreama Grace. Born May 13th, 1932 in York, PA to Josephine Kleffman and Charles E. Kauffman, Charlie was a peacemaker and took early retirement as an engineer with E.P.A. to visit every member of congress with his concerns about nuclear proliferation. He also created and hosted televised Peace Forums at United Christian Parish in Reston, VA, where he was a founding and active member. Charlie graduated from West York High School, served in the Navy during the Korean War, and received his Bachelors/Masters degrees in Civil/Sanitary engineering from the Univ of Cinn. He traveled worldwide for the EPA, establishing environmental training programs. Charlie was blessed with an entrepreneurial spirit that inspired many varied adventures! He had many friends from all walks of life and enjoyed learning about different cultures, religions, and all the world had to offer. Charlie was a much beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. He lived his life with purpose and meaning, with the objective of being the best person he could be, passing along the knowledge acquired from journeys along the way. Charlie Kauffman made the world a better place with his consistent mantra of “Choose Happiness!” In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Renssalear Polytechnic Institute/Tasier Lab, c/o Kathryn Tiller/Alzheimer’s Research, 110th St., Troy, NY 12180 or Hope Made Real (Rwandan Orphanage), PO Box 3222 c/o Arlene brown, Williamsport, PA 17701 Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2:00 pm Sat., May 28th at United Christian Parish, 11508 North Shore Dr., Reston, VA 20190
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