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TIPS TO KEEP YOUR CHILD’S TEETH CAVITY FREE!
BY DR. GEMA ISLAND, Board Certified Pediatric Dentist & DR. ALLISON LONNEMAN, Pediatric Dentist
Here are the Top Five Snacks to Avoid:
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, one in five school-age children consumes up to six snacks a day. Several factors contribute to the development of excess weight, with the increasing consumption of ultra-processed snack foods (such as potato chips, cookies, crackers, and candy) being a major contributor to childhood obesity.
1. Crackers & Starchy Snacks – Popular snacks like Goldfish, Cheez-It crackers, and Cheerios may be a staple in many households, but they can be harmful to dental health. These snacks are highly cariogenic (cavity-causing) because they tend to stick to teeth. When your child eats these snacks, the starch can lodge in the deep grooves of their back teeth. If left there for a prolonged period (sometimes until the next meal or brushing time), cavity-causing bacteria are given the perfect environment to thrive, leading to cavities.
5. Popcorn – While popcorn is a popular snack, it can be problematic for dental health. Kernels often get stuck in the teeth, and if not removed, they can lead to gum infections. For children with braces, popcorn can also damage the brackets and wires.
Conclusion: Snacking can be a great opportunity to increase your child's intake of fruits and vegetables and help them develop a healthy relationship with food. Their food intake may vary from day to day depending on age, physical activity, and body weight. Instead of processed snacks, try fresh fruit and crunchy vegetables. These options are high in fiber and will help satisfy hunger. Plus, the act of chewing crisp fruits and veggies can help scrub away food particles and plaque.
HERE ARE SOME HEALTHY SNACK IDEAS TO CONSIDER:
2. Fruit Pouches – While fruit pouches are convenient and tasty, they are packed with sugar and provide little nutritional value— even in organic versions. The processing strips away many of the key nutrients found in whole fruits, including fiber. Fiber helps whole fruits digest slowly throughout the digestive tract, allowing for the full absorption of nutrients. Without fiber, fewer nutrients are absorbed. With high sugar content (some pouches contain as much sugar as a soda), fruit pouches are not recommended as a snack.
3. Granola Bars – Although some granola bars provide protein, they often contain high amounts of sugar, comparable to candy bars. Additionally, granola bars typically include dried fruit, which can stick to the teeth and contribute to cavity formation.
4. Sports Drinks – A typical sports drink contains over 200 calories and 150% of the recommended daily sugar intake. Instead of a sports drink, try naturally infused water—adding slices of orange or cucumber is a simple way to keep your child hydrated while avoiding excess sugar and helping to protect their teeth from cavities.
• Apples
• Pears and strawberries with yogurt
• Carrots, broccoli, celery, and cucumbers dipped in hummus
• Cashews
• Cheese (any type)
Dr. Allison Lonneman
Dr. Robert Marzban
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Happy Saint Patrick's Day!
As we embrace the fresh beginnings of spring, we take this opportunity to reflect on the strength and resilience of our local community. We’re excited to share stories of individuals and organizations making a lasting impact, including our feature article on the Norton family and Great American Restaurants (GAR). The Nortons have gone above and beyond, offering food assistance to those in need during the pandemic and beyond, partnering with nonprofits, and donating a portion of dessert sales to local charities. Their dedication to giving back is truly inspiring.
This issue also highlights the incredible work of The Optimist Club of Greater Vienna, a 100% volunteer organization that empowers youth through positive service projects, scholarships, and special programs. Their efforts extend beyond just community support—they even run the Vienna Farmers Market and organize the annual Christmas Tree Fundraiser. With their unwavering positivity, the Optimists are helping shape a brighter future for young people in our area.
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JOOJEH KABAB
Iranian New Year NOWRUZ
BY SHADI HASANZADENEMATI
When spring arrives, Iranians set the Haft Seen and cook celebratory meals for welcoming the new season. In Farsi, Nowruz means "new day," and is marked by rituals like eating traditional foods and even spring cleaning.
Iranians set a special table called a Haft Seen and leave it up for the entire duration of the festivities. Haft Seen literally means “seven S's” because there are seven items on the table, each of which start with the letter that makes the “S” sound in Persian.
These elements are Sabzeh (wheatgrass grown in a dish), Samanu (sweet pudding made from wheat germ), Senjed (sweet dry fruit of the lotus tree), Serkeh (Persian vinegar), Seeb (apple), Seer (garlic) and Somaq (sumac).
JOOJEH KABAB
• Level: Easy
• Total: 7 hr 5 min (includes blooming and marinating times)
• Active: 30 min
• Yield: 8 servings
• Nutrition Info
A classic Iranian recipe, joojeh kababs are boneless chicken pieces marinated in a sa ron-lemon mixture, then grilled to tender and juicy perfection, thanks to the yogurt in the marinade. It’s common for Iranians to enjoy them on the thirteenth day of Nowruz-also known as Sizdah Bedar-at picnics to end the Nowruz festivities, or on weekends, served with rice, grilled tomatoes and peppers.
INGREDIENTS
• 1/2 teaspoon ground sa ron
• 1 cup whole-milk yogurt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, sliced
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks
• 4 plum tomatoes, halved
• 6 long green peppers, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• White rice, for serving
DIRECTIONS
Special equipment:
long metal skewers
1. Sprinkle the sa ron on 4 ice cubes in a small bowl and let it melt, about 35 minutes. This will be your bloomed sa ron.
2. Mix the yogurt, olive oil, onion, lemon juice, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and 2 tablespoons of the bloomed sa ron in a large bowl. Add the chicken pieces and toss with tongs to coat in the mixture. Cover the chicken and refrigerate for at least 6 hours and up to overnight. Reserve the remaining bloomed sa ron, covered, at room temperature or refrigerated.
3. Prepare a grill for mediumhigh heat.
4. Alternate threading the tomatoes pieces with the green pepper pieces on metal skewers. Season with salt and pepper. Thread the chicken pieces onto separate metal skewers. Set aside.
5. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat, then mix in the remaining bloomed sa ron (pour o any remaining water first).
6. Grill the chicken and vegetable skewers until grill marks form and the skewers can be moved easily without sticking to the grill, 5 to 7 minutes. Brush with the sa ron butter. Flip the skewers and continue to grill until the tomatoes and peppers are charred in some spots and the chicken is fully cooked, 10 to 12 minutes. Serve with white rice.
COOK’S NOTE
To make sure the chicken is cooked through, remove a piece from a skewer and cut into it; if the juices run clear and it’s not pink inside, it’s fully cooked.
Great American Restaurants:
TREATING EVERYONE AS GUESTS
BY CATHERINE HARDMAN
PHOTOS BY ALBERT TING
The history behind Great American Restaurants (GAR) is all based on one family, the Nortons. Randy and Patsy and their three grown children (Jon, Jill, Timmy) started their impressive group of restaurants and their philanthropic ventures over 50 years ago. They included close friends in their dreams at di erent times over the years while having fun, enjoying patrons – and food!
In the 1960’s, Randy and Patsy met at Fort Hunt High School (south of Alexandria on the way to Mount Vernon). They were in the same geometry class, became good friends over the years and married in 1967. Randy has always been a hard worker, starting out in his family’s animal by-products rendering company. His friend Jim Farley worked as the accountant for Randy’s family business, Norton & Company
In 1974, Randy Norton and Jim Farley opened Picco’s, a 16-table pizza place in Fairfax City, VA. From the beginning, Picco’s was notorious for its fun atmosphere and set the tone for future restaurants. A year later, Randy asked his childhood friend Mike Ranney to join them and soon opened Fantastic Fritzbe’s Flying Food Factory (now Silverado). Randy kept patrons on their toes by snipping o over 100 neckties when they were at Fritzbe’s all in the essence of fun and letting loose. Meanwhile, Patsy often took on roles as a host, cook, or baker as the restaurants grew, even making all the desserts for Fritzbe’s in her kitchen at home.
New openings followed, which included the opening of multiple Fritzbe’s, Carlyle Grand Café in 1986 and Mike’s “American” Grill in 1987. Best Buns opened in 1995, located next to Carlyle. Best Buns Bakery and Burgers, now open in three locations including
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Shirlington, Tysons and Springfield, produces the bread and buns for all Great American Restaurants (GAR) today. A year later in 1996, GAR opened its doors to the first of three Sweetwater Tavern brew pubs. With locations in Centreville, Merrifield and Sterling, VA, Sweetwater Tavern brews quality beer that has won two dozen awards worldwide. A family vacation sparked the idea for GAR’s Coastal Flats concept in Fairfax Corner, Tysons Corner and Gaithersburg. GAR also opened Jackson’s Mighty Fine Food and Lucky Lounge in Reston, followed by Ozzie’s Good Eats in Fairfax Corner.
In 2019, came the biggest project yet with the opening of three restaurants together in Vienna: Patsy’s American, Randy’s Prime Seafood and Steaks, and Best Buns Bakery & Burgers. Truly a family a air, both Patsy’s American and Randy’s Prime Seafood & Steaks o er an authentic experience and are connected to one another, a tribute to the beloved couple that Great American Restaurants is proud to call their own.
Since then, Great American Restaurants has also opened the third location of Best Buns Bakery & Burgers, and Stupid Good BBQ, both in Springfield, VA. For a full list of restaurants please visit greatamericanrestaurants.com.
As Randy and Patsy grew their business, the children grew to be professional adults and the interests of Jon, Jill and Timmy developed necessary skills and knowledge that would strengthen the organization and help it to the next level – all the time staying close and having fun doing their work. Jill recalls her initial responsibilities
Together, we can make a difference; one delicious meal, one smile, and one act of kindness at a time.
counting t-shirts at age eight! Now, she is the Vice President of Design and Construction for each of their properties. Each restaurant has a unique style, feel, and atmosphere. Jill includes personal touches referring to the family’s vacations (Coastal Flats was inspired by a family vacation to the Florida Keys; Sweetwater was inspired by a trip to Santa Fe). Each is represented in the name, cuisine,
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and design, including the extraordinary murals painted by John Gable, at all three restaurants. The family’s love for sports, fun, and good friends, combined with a genuine appreciation for creating a comfortable space for GUESTS, makes it the perfect spot to enjoy delicious food and feel right at home.
Jon studied business and is now the CEO of Great American Restaurants, where he focuses on identifying new locations and developing ideas for the company’s future growth. Timmy’s passion for cooking and food was inspired by his mother. After attending a local culinary school, he gained valuable experience in the restaurant industry, working his way up from dishwasher to baker to bartender. All of this hands-on experience prepared him to take on the role of Culinary Project Manager at Great American Restaurants.
Great American Restaurants partners with and supports the Great American Community Kitchen - a non-profit organization that prepares and distributes hot, fresh and hearty meals for those who are food insecure throughout our communities. The Coastal Beach Food Truck drives to di erent communities throughout Northern Virginia, including Vienna, 7 days a week serving 2,500 meals a day.
Great American Community Kitchen started with a simple idea. When people are in need, help them. Great American Community Kitchen is an organization dedicated to feeding communities in need. They believe that a well-fed community is a strong and resilient one, and that belief begins in places like the Norton family’s original neighborhood in the Fort Hunt area. While Northern Virginia is one of the wealthiest regions in the country, it is also home to many individuals and families who face food insecurity and struggle with hunger every day.
This philanthropic portion of Great American Restaurants/Community Kitchen’s mission is to alleviate food insecurity, restore hope, and build a brighter future for all. “Together, we can make a di erence; one delicious meal, one smile, and one act of kindness at a time.”
The thought is that a fresh and delicious meal has the power to change someone’s day and provide hope for the next one. The dedicated team of chefs and volunteers work tirelessly to ensure that each meal they serve is prepared with love, uses high-quality ingredients, tastes great and nourishes the body and soul.
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Donations of time have the power to make a tangible impact on the lives of countless families who are struggling to make ends meet right now. By contributing to their cause, one becomes an integral part of the community, extending a hand up to those who need it.
Together, volunteers can prepare meals, serve smiles, and build connections within the community. The time and energy given by volunteers can create a ripple e ect of positive change, inspiring others to lend a hand and spread the message of compassion and support. It’s truly a community e ort. Neighbors helping neighbors. One meal at a time.
If you're looking to make a di erence beyond financial support, they warmly invite you to join the team of passionate volunteers.
Another Great American Restaurant's partnership with Great American Community Kitchen is with the Community Bread Basket. The proceeds from every Community Bread Basket purchased at GAR restaurants are contributed to this cause.
As an e ort to help the community, Great American Restaurants has also implemented a Dessert Partnerships Program, donating a portion from the sale of each dessert to the charities below. The
GAR bakeries, Best Buns Bakery & Burgers, contribute 5% of all bread sales. Since 2002, GAR has donated over $2.6 million to their dessert partners through this program. Listed below are some of the organizations who have been recipients of funds, so far.
• Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC)
• Food For Others
• Great American Restaurants Scholarship at George Mason University
• Manna Food Center
• Share Our Strength
• So Others Might Eat (S.O.M.E.)
• The Latino Student Fund
• Thurgood Marshall College Fund
• Youth For Tomorrow
• Share Our Strength's "No Kid Hungry"
• Great American Community Kitchen
In order to make sure all of these collaborations work in harmony, GAR managers and their hourly GARstars have supported the community by giving time and muscle throughout the years. They prepare meals for neighbors through organizations such as AFAC and Food for Others. Groups of managers work in their warehouses to stock shelves and pack boxes of food for distribution.
To learn more about their Philanthropic e orts, learn about volunteering with deliveries, and help in other ways, please visit greatamericanrestaurants.com/ philanthropy
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I Can BuyMyself Flowers:
FEELING THE FLOWER POWER
BY CATHERINE HARDMAN
There are so many things that make Vienna unique. Small businesses that have an uncommon voice and a mission that is inclusive and enhances the community are incredibly important to our residents, and I Can Buy Myself Flowers is such a business.
The visionary behind this soulful venture is Lisa Waters. Lisa is a floral designer and floral design teacher with the mission of spreading the message of loving oneself and buying oneself flowers; no matter what the budget. She brings a worldly perspective to floral design; it is based on a Japanese style called ikebana. Ikebana is based on minimalism, with a focus on the flow and shape of the flowers through unique, minimalist compositions, often in repurposed or vintage vessels and making the joy of fresh, local blooms accessible while championing sustainability.
Lisa believes that flowers inspire creativity to transform ordinary flowers into extraordinary arrangements. The ikebana concept inspires a liberating idea and frees the arrangement to be transformed using natural materials and “think outside the vase” when choosing a container for the flowers. Lisa prides herself in finding unusual teapots, pottery, pitchers and watering cans
in thrift stores and her favorite store, Unique! “It will make your arrangement stand out.”
So, one might wonder what was the catalyst for this career change? Lisa reveals the reason, “I came up with the name and idea for this company in April 2023 after getting my heart broken. After an expensive trip to Trader Joes, I surrounded myself with flower arrangements putting one in every room of my house. It helped - both the process of arranging them and the arrangements themselves. I was surrounded by beauty and felt comforted and optimistic.”
Lisa continues, “I thought about how many women wait for someone else to buy them flowers and then don't even get the kind of flowers or arrangement that they like. I grew up in Japan and my arrangement style is "less is more," simple and unique, as in the traditional art of ikebana."
"For me floral design is enjoyable, calming and therapeutic. I love teaching others about the passion for flowers and a desire to share knowledge and the benefits of this design form as a way to spread joy, focus on nature, and improve mental health.”
Lisa is dedicated to serving our community through floral
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design. She collaborates with schools, PTAs, non-profits, other businesses, churches, Girl Scouts and other organizations to bring the beauty of flowers to various events and occasions.
Lisa is passionate about sharing her knowledge and expertise in flower arranging. Through workshops, she can empower individuals to create their own flower masterpieces and discover the joy of working with flowers.
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The workshops are collaborations with di erent small businesses (Caboose, Sanctuary, home businesses) usually located in Vienna. Last year, Lisa came up with a creative campaign called Flowers across Vienna. Lisa partners with another local business and o ers free flowers to a place deserving of flowers because the person is kind, the business has a social impact on the Town and other future categories. The community votes and nominates others to enter the contest each month. Mary Ellen Larkins, Café de Vienna, the Virginian, and the Caboose Tavern are lucky winners from the past.
"FOR ME
FLORAL DESIGN IS ENJOYABLE, CALMING AND THERAPEUTIC.
I LOVE TEACHING OTHERS ABOUT THE PASSION FOR FLOWERS."
Lisa has recently started to plant her own flowers. “It's nice having options in my front yard that I can use in arrangements.
I have received so much support from family, friends, my school and the Vienna community. I'm very grateful and hopeful that this business will be a way to spread a lot of lasting joy! I'm also hoping I can teach people tips and tricks for planting their own flowers/gardens through my Flower Power podcast. My guests and I will discuss the benefits of gardening, how gardening has been therapeutic for us and of course we'll share our favorite tips/tricks (as well as our mistakes).”
Lisa is a proud member of the Vienna Business Association. She collaborates with other small businesses and non-profits in the community to fundraise, host events and bring people together. She has worked as a wedding florist for that special day and often is at home making corsages for proms, bouquets for Valentine’s Day, and even wreaths for Christmas. I Can Buy Myself Flowers is frequently posting on Instagram and Facebook and promoting other businesses. Now, that’s a dedicated community member.
Lisa’s Web site is: www.fleursbylisa.com. You can find plenty of information about events and workshops, podcasts (past and present), a photo gallery of her ikebana flower design style, subscriptions, and more!
March in Vienna
March 1
Virginia National Ballet
– Snow White
Capital One Hall—Main Theater
7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons
Time: 6 PM
Cost: $45 www.capitalonehall.com
March 1
Keller Williams
The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna
Time: 8 PM
Cost: start at $38 www.mpv.tickets.com
March 2
Alessio Bax & Lucille Chung
The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna
Time: 3:00 PM
Cost: start at $51 www.mpv.tickets.com
March 6
Darrell Scott
The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna
Time: 8 PM
Cost: start at $38 www.mpv.tickets.com
March 7
Darrell Scott
The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna
Time: 8 PM
Cost: start at $38 www.mpv.tickets.com
March 7
An Ode to Women: Honoring Strength and Grace
Capital One Hall—Main Theater
7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons Time: 7 PM Cost: start at $60 www.capitalonehall.com
March 8
Pan American Symphony Orchestra: Todo Tango
The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna Time: 8 PM Cost: start at $38 www.mpv.tickets.com
March 8
Mulan: A Legend Reimagined
Capital One Hall—Main Theater
7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons Time: 7 PM Cost: $25 www.capitalonehall.com
March 8
Wild Pink with Cal Rifkin
Capital One Hall—The Vault
7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons Time: 8 PM Cost: $25 www.capitalonehall.com
March 9
Aurora Dance Fest 2025
Capital One Hall—Main Theater
7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons Time: 5 PM
Cost: $48.50 www.capitalonehall.com
March 8
Pan American Symphony Orchestra: Todo Tango
The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna Time: 8 PM
Cost: start at $38 www.mpv.tickets.com
March 11
Dirty Dancing in Concert: The Film with Live Band and Singers
Capital One Hall—Main Theater
7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons Time: 8 PM Cost: $39.50 www.capitalonehall.com
March 13
Wilson Springs Hotel
Capital One Hall—The Vault
7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons Time: 8 PM Cost: $16 www.capitalonehall.com
March 13-14
Heather McMahan: The Bamboozled Tour
Capital One Hall—Main Theater
7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons Time: 3/13 at 7:30 PM; 3/14 at 8 PM
Cost: start at $45.75 www.capitalonehall.com
March 14-15
Irish Masters of the DC Area with the Culkin School of Irish Dance
The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna Time: 8 PM
Cost: start at $40 www.mpv.tickets.com
March 15
Neil Forever: The Music of Neil Diamond
Capital One Hall—Main Theater
7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons Time: 8 PM
Cost: start at $37.50 www.capitalonehall.com
March 15
The Side Cars Band: A Tribute to The Cars Featuring 80’s Neon Nights
Capital One Hall—The Vault
7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons Time: 8 PM Cost: $25 www.capitalonehall.com
March 16
Golden Girls: The Laughs Continue
Capital One Hall—Main Theater
7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons Times: 3 PM; 7 PM
Cost: start at $39 www.capitalonehall.com
March 18
Foil Arms & Hog: Skittish
Capital One Hall—Main Theater
7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons Time: 8 PM
Cost: $42.50 www.capitalonehall.com
March 20
Miscommunication or Missed Communication?
The Challenges of Hearing Loss Part 1:
Hearing Aids – Beware and Be Wise
Patrick Henry Library
101 Maple Ave E
Time: 1:30 PM
Cost: Free https://librarycalendar. fairfaxcounty.gov/ event/13514749
March 21
Morgan Myles
Capital One Hall—The Vault
7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons Time: 8 PM
Cost: $25 www.capitalonehall.com
March 21-22
Gregory Alan Isakov with The Fairfax Symphony Orchestra
Capital One Hall—Main Theater
7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons
Times: 3/21-22; 8 PM
Cost: $50 www.capitalonehall.com
March 21-22
36th Annual Evening of Comedy
The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna Times: 3/21, 7 PM; 9:30 PM
3/22, 7 PM: 9:30 PM
Cost: start at $33 www.mpv.tickets.com
March 22
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March 27
Miscommunication or Missed Communication? The Challenges of Hearing Loss Part 2: Techie Stuff to the Rescue! Patrick Henry Library 101 Maple Ave E Time: 1:30 PM
Cost: Free https://librarycalendar. fairfaxcounty.gov/ event/13514755
March 28
Trisha Paytas: The Eras of Trish Tour
Capital One Hall—Main Theater
7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons Time: 7:30 PM
Chi-Town Band
(8-Piece Chicago Tribute Band)
Capital One Hall—The Vault
7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons
Time: 8 PM
Cost: $30 www.capitalonehall.com
March 26
Julia Fischer, violin and Jan Lisiecki, piano
The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna
Time: 5 PM
Cost: start at $51 www.mpv.tickets.com
Cost: start at $35 www.capitalonehall.com
March 28
George Porter, Jr. & Runnin’ Pardners
The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna Time: 8 PM
Cost: start at $48 www.mpv.tickets.com
March 30
Charlie Berens: Good Old-Fashioned Tour
Capital One Hall—Main Theater
7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons Time: 7 PM
Cost: start at $35 www.capitalonehall.com
e Optimist Club of Greater Vienna THE POSITIVE PROOF OF PAYING FORWARD
BY CATHERINE HARDMAN
The Optimist Club is a 100% volunteer, and 100% community-oriented Service organization dedicated to helping youth in the Greater Vienna area. The Optimist Club provides scholarships, recognition, sponsorship of various youth groups, and so much more. They hold socials about every month and meet for volunteering and youth presentations. It's fulfilling to see smiles on the faces of children and teenagers when they deliver a speech, receive a scholarship or certificate, or are presented with a ribbon for their completion of a race with Special Olympics.
The Optimist Club of Greater Vienna (part of Optimists International) conducts positive service projects in local communities aimed at providing a helping hand to youth including special programs and scholarships. They also organize and run the Vienna Farmers Market, Annual Christmas Tree Fundraiser, and provide tours to our local Caboose. Funds are raised primarily by volunteering at their Christmas Tree Lot and the Farmers Market. With their upbeat attitude, Optimist Club members help empower young people to be the best that they can be. Every year, Optimists around the world conduct 65,000 service projects and serve well over six million young people.
By providing hope and positive vision, Optimists bring out the best in kids.
Youth Scholarships and Awards and the Optimist International Essay Contest:
The Essay Contest is sponsored by Optimist International to give young people the opportunity to write about their own opinions regarding the world in which they live. The approach encompasses a young person’s personal experience, the experience of their country or a more historical perspective. In addition to developing skills for written expression, participants also have the opportunity to win a college scholarship!
Eligible students must have all the following:
1. Live in the FCPS attendance areas for Madison, Marshall, and Oakton High Schools (see the boundary locator of our website).
2. Be 18 years old or younger as of October 1, 2024.
3. Have not yet graduated from high school.
Students can write an essay of 700-800 words, which must be submitted to the club by the due date (usually late January). The topic for 2025 was "How Optimism Has Paved My Road to Success.” The 2025 contest is closed but visit our site next year to apply. For more information,
contact the contest chair at essay@ optimistclubofgreatervienna.org.
The Club winner advances to theDistrict contest to compete for a $2,500 college scholarship. The District-level scholarships are funded by the Optimist International Foundations.
Popular Events and Dates
• Farmers Market – starts the first Saturday in May and ends the last Saturday in October, 8 AM - noon.
x Vendors and local farmers from the Virginia/Maryland area sell seasonal vegetables, pastries, breads, ethnic foods, organic meats and eggs, and Ca e Amouri co ee! (sorry, no crafts)
x Vendors change every year.
• Annual Christmas Tree Fundraiser –begins the day after Thanksgiving and ends when the trees are gone.
We hope to see you at these events! They are trademarks to the Town of Vienna and define the wonderful side of our community.
If you want to learn more about joining the club, becoming a volunteer for the community, or read our monthly newsletters, go to our site: https://www. optimistclubofgreatervienna.org.
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Every year on March 14th, people around the nation, especially science enthusiasts, celebrate something called “Pi Day.” It’s a day that recognizes the mathematical sign of pi and gives us a reason to indulge ourselves with a sweet dessert.
Pi Day was made an o icial national holiday in 2009. It was first celebrated in 1988 by physicist Larry Shaw at the Exploratorium in San Francisco, California. The interactive science museum featured a circular parade and fruit pies at the celebration. The date March 14th was chosen because, numerically, it represents the first three digits of pi. Coincidentally, it’s also Albert Einstein’s birthday!
The mathematical sign pi is an irrational, transcendental number. In other words, it continues on to infinity.It is believed that the Ancient Greek mathematician Archimedes was actually the first person to calculate the value of pi accurately. That was over two thousand years ago! Pi is an incredibly important number in mathematics, which is due to the number’s relation to the circle. It represents the constant ratio of circumference to diameter. Quite literally, the word “pi” was derived from the Greek word perimetros, which means circumference. Mathematics is important in many other areas of study as well, such as engineering. Thus, the number pi has truly made modern construction possible!
A special celebration of Pi Day took place in 2015. Celebrations were held on 3/14/15 at precisely 9:26:53 am. The numerical date and time put together represent the first 10 digits of pi, 3.141592653. Our modern day mathematicians have calculated pi to more than 1 trillion decimal places, and they won’t stop there.
References: www.history.com
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