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FEATURE STORY Women’s Health

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DEPARTMENTS

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FROM THE EDITOR IN CHIEF Easing into the New Year

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ON A HIGH NOTE Learn Art Skills at Local DIY Art Workshops and Classes

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DESTINATIONS The Arts in Haymarket

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GIVING BACK David J. Cobb Foundation: Shining a Light on Suicide Awareness

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LIFELONG LEARNING STEP Program Provides Training for Parents

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TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS Happy Anniversary

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FAMILY FUN Snow Day Sensory Play

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LOCAL FLAVOR Vera’s Kitchen CALENDAR

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COLUMNS THE FASHION FOLDER HEALTH & WELLNESS

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from the Editor in Chief Easing into the New Year

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anuary can be a tough month. The holidays are over, and the decorations are put away. Bills start rolling in from the December shopping. Your pants might be a little tighter from holiday celebrations. The weather is colder, and the sun seems to be missing on most days. People are in a hurry to avoid spending time outside because of the lower temperatures. But, that’s when reading inside can benefit you. In this issue, we have several stories that will keep you inside reading.

This month’s cover story by Tracy Shevlin, “Women’s Health,” touches on key health issues for women and where you can seek out services to address them. Prince William is home to many health and wellness resources. See page 4 for details.

Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States, according to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.

The David J. Cobb Foundation is working to change that and save lives. In “The David J. Cobb Foundation: Shining a Light on Suicide Awareness,” Olivia Overman introduces us to this worthy nonprofit and tells us more about its mission and how you can help. See our Giving Back feature on page 18 for details.

This time of year is perfect for taking in artwork at local galleries and museums. This month’s Destinations, “The Arts in Haymarket” by Marianne Weaver, showcases the Haymarket Museum. If the art scene is your thing, read more on page 14.

If you are looking for the best hummus in the area, look no further than this month’s Local Flavor, “Vera’s Kitchen Brings a Taste of Ethiopia to Manassas While Helping Breast Cancer Patients at Home and Abroad” by Amy Taylor. Read more on page 30 to learn their story and how their second mission is to help breast cancer patients around the world.

Even though it’s cold outside, check our calendar of events on pages 34-45 for details on things to do for you and your family.

Kim Howard, CAE Editor in Chief

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By Tracy Shevlin

nderstanding women’s health issues, including access to care and barriers to care, is a large and complicated topic. Prince William Living talked with private practitioners as well as those in health systems management and in community clinics to learn more about women’s health challenges. At each interview, our health professionals acknowledged that smart and capable women, who run businesses and take care of their families, often fail to prioritize their own healthcare.

The old adage “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” applies to many things, including healthcare. The providers that we spoke with fully believe that self-care, including leading

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a healthy lifestyle and having regular check-ups, is key to staying healthy. While prevention is a topic unto itself, regular check-ups are critical in the early detection of health issues and increase the survival rates of many diseases.

Each of the healthcare professionals agreed that knowledge is essential to making good health-conscious decisions. Among the professionals we consulted were Dr. John Maddox, an Ob/ Gyn in Merrifield; Elizabeth Wilkins-McKee, a therapist in Manassas; Caroline and Rebecca Sutter, nurse practitioners, who work with the Mason and Partners Clinics (MAP clinics) in the greater Manassas area; and Katherine Johnson, president, Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center.

Self-care is not about being frivolous or going to the spa and getting a manicure. It is about knowledge and taking care of one’s own body, knowing its limits, and knowing what is normal and what is not. It is about prioritizing one’s own health in everyday things so that we can be healthy and manage the important aspects of our lives. Self-care is the reason that airline safety demonstrations request that parents put on their own oxygen masks before their child’s. It sounds simple enough, but as women, it is often not natural to care for yourself first before taking care of others.

Women’s Health and the Ob/Gyn During her reproductive years, a woman’s obstetrician/ gynecologist (Ob/Gyn) often becomes her primary doctor.

Perhaps this is because of the regularity of visits during those years or getting to know the doctors, but it becomes the one medical relationship that gets established for women. Prince William Living spoke to Dr. John Maddox, who has been practicing in the Northern Virginia area for more than 34 years.

In addition to child bearing or reproductive reasons to see the doctor, Maddox said, “The regular well-woman visits are important because it is at these appointments women are screened for a number of things that affect their health.” For women in their 20s, 30s and 40s, doctors are screening for cervical cancer via the Pap smear tests. Other screenings, such as for the Human Papillomavirus, also known as HPV, also let doctors know if patients are at risk for cervical cancer. For women over 40, as the risk of cervical cancer decreases, the risks of breast cancer and endometrial cancers increase. Maddox said that these screenings are important and allow for early detection, which is key to treatment and survival.

According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the guidelines for screenings have changed through the years. However, not all doctors agree with the changes because a delay in screening may correspond to a

delay in detection, which has been paramount to resolving women’s health issues. Also, there are exceptions to the screening guidelines, and women should work with their doctors to understand their personal screening recommendations.

Guidelines for screenings: n Gardasil – Maddox recommended this vaccine before young women become sexually active. The vaccine is effective in preventing several types of HPV that cause cancer. The vaccine is now approved for young women up to age 26. n Pap smears – Generally, no pap is required for women under 21 years or over 65. Pap smears were once recommended annually, but the guidelines have changed to every three years for women 21–29 and every 3–5 years for women ages 30–65. n Mammography – Annual mammograms are recommended every year beginning at age 40. Three-dimensional imaging is a newer type of scan that allows for clearer images of dense breast tissue. n Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) – Maddox said that he is not opposed to the use of HRT. In addition to helping women manage severe menopause symptoms, Maddox said HRT does have some protective value for bones in the prevention of osteoporosis and joint pain as well as in the prevention of colorectal cancer. He said that he has seen its positive effects among his patients who use it. n Colonoscopy – This screening is recommended at age 50 (unless there is a family history of colon cancer) and repeated every 10 years if no polyps are detected. If polyps are removed, the recommendation for re-testing is every 1–5 years.

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Women and Mental Health While mental health is important for all people, there are some specific topics that are unique to women. From infertility issues to postpartum depression, Elizabeth Wilkins-McKee, a therapist in Manassas, specializes in helping women cope with these issues as well as handling difficult life transitions, such as divorce.

According to Wilkins-McKee, shame and stigma play a role in why some women do not reach out for help. Since the 1970s, women have been conditioned to believe they should be able to be the perfect wives, mothers, employees, etc. When women can’t meet these ideals, many feel that they are deficient and unworthy.

She explained that women, more than men, feel shame when they can’t be all things to all people.

n Social Support n Talk Therapy n Medication (required in some cases when the treatments above are not sufficient).

Free Clinics in the Greater Manassas Area While it’s true that there are three major health systems— Novant, Inova and Sentara—operating locally, it’s also true that there are access-to-care and barriers-to-care issues in our immediate area. Sisters Caroline Sutter, DNP, and Rebecca Sutter, DNP, both assistant professors at George Mason University, work with some of our area’s most vulnerable residents in the Mason and Partners (MAP) clinics.

“In addition to these unrealistic expectations that women have,” Wilkins-McKee said, “there are very real psychiatric disorders associated with reproductive issues, some pre-pregnancy and some following the birth of a child.” Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) can occur during pregnancy and up to one year postpartum. It is estimated by Postpartum Support Virginia that five percent of women experience PMAD symptoms, which can include depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, and even psychosis. These are not the same as the “baby blues,” which is a temporary condition affecting 50–80 percent of new mothers and usually resolves itself in two to three weeks without treatment.

Rebecca Sutter explained that for those who are uninsured and under- insured, cost, transportation and childcare play a role in not seeking proper medical care. To help bridge the gap in care, the Sutter sisters work with community partners to provide free clinics to help improve health outcomes. Volunteer and student nurses, as well as students in other health-related fields, run the clinics. Since 2013, the MAP clinics have been essentially “pop-up clinics” with all materials and equipment transported to their respective sites in Franconia, Falls Church and Manassas Park each day. They have also held clinic days with partnering agencies, such as the Prince William Community Services Board in Manassas and the Prince William County Health Department.

For women, whether it’s PMAD disorders or other conditions, understanding the situation and how they got to this place is only partly helpful. “It’s nice to know that our feelings are justified,” said Wilkins-McKee, “but that, in itself, is a doubleedged sword. Women rationalize that because there is a reason, perinatal hormone fluctuations or other life circumstance, they should be able to fix it themselves, they don’t need help, or they think they shouldn’t need help and that is just not always true.”

Beginning in January 2019, with assistance from a grant from the Potomac Health Foundation, the MAP clinics hope to establish a permanent home on the grounds of the Manassas Park Community Center. Rebecca Sutter said, “The grant will enable us to better meet the needs of this Health Resources and Services Administration designated medically underserved population.” Additional information about clinic hours can be found on the MAP Clinic’s website: chhs.gmu.edu/mapclinics.

Lastly, she cautioned that people who are empathetic can unwittingly do a disservice to female friends and family when they “normalize” symptoms that might require treatment. She explained that when women finally have the courage to voice their own concerns to those near them, people might make comments like, “Of course you are depressed, you are going through a divorce; or you’re not thinking clearly because you’re exhausted from the new baby, etc.” These types of comments might prevent women from seeking treatment, and it’s important for women to know that they don’t have to suffer in their condition. There is a way out.

One resource specializing in postpartum support for women is Postpartum Support Virginia (postpartumva.org). The Arlington-based nonprofit connects women with support groups, therapists and other local resources, and suggests that the road to recovery includes the following: n Self-Care: sleep, nutrition, exercise, time off

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Getting to Know Your Local Health Systems: Spotlight on Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center With all the buzz about healthcare nationally, it’s important to know that there are quality healthcare options in the local area.

Each hospital system is a resource full of information as well as a home base for hundreds of doctors. According to Katherine Johnson, president of Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, the hospital received prestigious awards last year, including being named in the Top 15 IBM Watson Health Systems in the United States for 2018 and also being ranked number 177 in the Top 500 Employers in the United States

by Forbes.

“We are so excited and proud of these accolades,” said Johnson.

“Everything we do at Sentara is patient-centric. We look at each process and activity from the patient’s point of view to

make sure that we are offering the best quality, extraordinary experience while utilizing superior technology.”

One way in which Sentara puts the patient first is with its Nurse Navigators and Inpatient Care Coordinator programs. For most people, dealing with doctors, insurance companies and health issues is confusing and stressful. It is a language unto itself and has processes and procedures that are new and scary for patients.

That is the reason that Sentara created these programs, which work in tandem. According to Johnson, nurse navigators can help patients navigate treatment or recovery plan options, while care coordinators can work with doctors and the hospital system and connect people with the right resources upon their release.

In its commitment to women’s health, Sentara provides for the health of a woman at every stage of her life. Sentara has recently renovated the physical space at its Woodbridge campus to make the space more relaxing for women. It now has women-only waiting rooms in the breast cancer screening area, and the labor and delivery area has been re-designed with contemporary and newly renovated, private rooms and a state-of-the-art security system for moms and their babies. Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center also partners with the Children’s National Health System’s neo-natal intensive care unit (NICU) to provide the best-in-class care, close to home, for the smallest members of our community.

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center’s commitment to patient education is demonstrated by the availability of a variety of classes from childbirth to cancer conversations and a number of public support groups for patients and caregivers. These classes and groups connect people coping with similar situations, such as cancer, diabetes and stroke recovery. Johnson said, “We are committed to helping people restore their health through education, clinical screenings and quality healthcare services.”

Additional information on Sentara’s facilities and programs can be found on its website: sentara.com/woodbridge-virginia.

Resources Postpartum issues: Mental health: PW County Health Clinics: Mason and Partners Clinic:

postpartumva.org nami.org vdh.virginia.gov/prince-william chhs.gmu.edu/mapclinics or 703-993-5880

Tracy Shevlin (tshevlin@princewilliamliving.com) is a native Virginian and long-time Manassas area resident. She is a graduate of George Mason University where she is also an office manager.

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on a high note Learn Art Skills at Local DIY Art Workshops and Classes

By Amy Taylor

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rt lovers rejoice: Prince William is brimming with options for you to exercise your creativity! Prince William Living found many unique opportunities to learn new art and crafting skills around town. Here are a few options.

AR Workshop Bristow This workshop offers classic and trendy arts and crafts classes.

According to co-owner Mary Stiehm, all of the workshops are popular, but the demand for seasonal and holiday events is especially high.

“People in this area take a lot of pride in having their homes embrace seasonal changes and trends, so it has been incredibly rewarding to help them make unique, customized pieces of home decor that bring spirit and personality to their homes. Every few weeks, there are new designs that we bring in, meaning that there are always new options for people to choose from,” Stiehm said.

AR Workshop Bristow is part of Anders Ruff, the parent company for a chain of franchised workshops. Stiehm and coowner Cindy Husted began their journey with the company as attendees of a workshop, and they knew right away that it would be a wonderful addition to their community.

“We recognized a need for a unique, experience-oriented creative outlet in our community. We have both been part of this community for many years,” Stiehm said. “We know how much pride our friends take in personalizing their homes and making their living spaces feel warm, approachable and fun. We also know how important spending time with friends and family is. People want to spend money on experiences, rather than just things, and AR Workshop offers both.”

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AR Workshop Bristow owners Mary Stiehm and Cindy Husted attended DIY art workshops before they found the right fit with their business.

According to Stiehm and Husted, their workshop is accessible to anyone and everyone. “We were really nervous during our first few classes and didn’t think we would do a good job. But that just goes to show that this process really is for everyone. If we can learn enough to become owners and lead our own classes, anyone can come in and successfully complete a project,” Steihm said.

AR Workshop Bristow offers home décor projects like centerpiece wood boxes, pedestal trays, canvas pillows and more.

“There is something for everyone, and at every skill level, in our workshop, and everyone makes their own choice of projects at each class. We also offer many unique retail purchase options,”

AR Workshop students work on their masterpieces.

“There is something for everyone, and at every skill level, in our workshop, and everyone makes their own choice of projects at each class. We also offer many unique retail purchase options,” Stiehm said.

Stiehm said. “Don’t be afraid to come on by and ask questions before you book your first class. We have customers that come in for parties or team-building activities, as well as those who come in for a fun night out. All are welcome.”

To learn more, visit arworkshop.com/bristow. They will be at Haymarket Museum in January and then continuing in the community in different locations afterward: https://2019workshops.blogspot.com/

Center for the Arts of Greater Manassas/ Prince William County The Center for the Arts of Greater Manassas/Prince William County has been educating students in many forms of art for 34 years. In the realm of fine arts and crafts, the center teaches a fairly wide variety, according to education director Candace Penders.

The center offer a wide variety of classes, such as drawing for teens and adults, life drawing, soft pastels, portraiture,

Whether you are an expert or a neophyte, class sizes are small so that art teachers can provide individual instruction.

watercolor, acrylics, digitography and digital drawing, photography and many more.

Many of the classes are taught by local artists like Manassas artist Michele Frantz.

Classes are kept small so that teachers can provide individual instruction to students. Inside the center’s catalog, each class has an age recommendation. There are offerings for students ages 5– 7, 7–11, 11–14 and 15 and up.

The center’s primary location is in the historic Hopkins Candy Factory in downtown Manassas, but workshops are held in other areas of the community.

“We try to meet distance needs and accommodations by offering things west in the county. We have some programming at Windy Knoll Farm and some at Linton Hall School,” Penders said.

The center incorporates its unique and historic location into classes as much as possible.

“We’re physically located right in Historic Manassas where we try to incorporate as much of our neighborhood as we can into our programming. When you take a photography class, you get to shoot in Old Town. We’re part of a thriving, fun and creative community,” Penders said.

To learn more, visit center-for-the-arts.org.

Amy Taylor is a contributing writer for Prince William Living magazine. prince william living January 2019

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the fashion folder A Sheep’s Tale of Spinning Yarns

By Roxy Rowton

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heep have a remarkable tale to narrate about the fleece that covers their backs. One of nature’s genuinely sustainable and original performance fibers, wool is renewable, breathable, biodegradable, reusable and recyclable. Somewhere between the mass production of the textile industry and the demand for fast fashion, wool garments have largely become replaced with synthetic alternatives.

However, the international wool industry’s determination to reinforce wool’s credentials as a leading sustainable fiber is reconnecting consumers to its extraordinary benefits.

Today, fashion designers and sheep farmers around the globe collaborate with textile manufacturers to produce luxurious wool garments and reacquaint fashionistas and pragmatics with the natural benefits of choosing wool.

Wool is a natural fiber grown from sheep. The sheep’s fleece protects the animals from the extreme elements of nature because of its insulating and cooling properties. Every year, sheep grow new fleece, making wool a completely renewable resource. Wool fibers are composed of natural protein called keratin, very similar to hair on a human scalp, but three times finer. A simple blend of natural ingredients, such as water, air, grass and sunshine, ensure the renewal process of the sheep’s fleece. Unlike synthetic fibers, wool fibers illustrate the basic fundamental of nature’s ability to renew and sustain.

Wool’s story is one of nature’s most extraordinary fibers. Wool is a hygroscopic fiber. It has the capacity to absorb large quantities of moisture, twice as much as cotton and thirty times more than polyester. Because of wool’s capacity to absorb moisture, it is has less propensity to generate static electricity, as well as unpleasant dampness to the skin. Less absorption of moisture also means less sweat remains in contact with the body. It absorbs the odor molecules from sweat and releases the odor molecules only by washing. In contrast to many synthetic fibers, wool aids in the regulation of body temperature by helping the body to stay warm when the temperature is cold and keeping it cool when the temperature is hot.

Wool’s inherent chemical structure makes it less prone to catching fire and an excellent flame-resistant textile. In fact, it is less susceptible to ignite than most common textiles used in clothing. Wool provides a generous amount of protection from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays, making it a good choice for apparel worn during outdoor activities. When a wool garment has come to the end of its wear, it can act as organic compost.

The garment rapidly decomposes in the soil and acts as a natural fertilizer by releasing nitrogen-rich nutrients back into the soil.

Recent scientific research supports the health and therapeutic benefits of wool textiles. Wool bedding and sleepwear seem to promote a better sleep and soothe some types of skin ailments. A study conducted by the University of Sydney

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found that wearing wool garments or covering with wool bed linens increases sleep time, fosters sleep onset and improves sleep efficiency. A research team at Queensland Institute of Dermatology has been studying the healing properties of superfine merino wool in the treatment of chronic atopic dermatitis conditions or eczema.

Wool’s journey from the sheep’s fleece covering to the world of fashion involves an intricate chain of wool growers, textile manufacturers and apparel designers. Using century-old techniques and modern technology, wool growers work closely with textile manufacturers to transform fleece into luxurious yarns and textiles. There are two major manufacturing systems, worsted and woolen. The worsted system uses the longer fibers to produce finer, smoother yarns, which are fabricated into clothing garments, such as suiting, sportswear, socks and jackets. The woolen method uses shorter fibers than the worsted method to fabricate garments with a fuzzy, raised texture, such as lamb’s wool or Shetland sweaters, coats and tweeds.

After the eighteenth century, wool was primarily used in the fabrication of utilitarian garments, such as military uniforms and work wear. In contemporary fashion, wool’s big break came when couturier Madame Coco Chanel brushed aside traditional societal dress codes and designed a dress from wool jersey. Just a few decades later, Christian Dior would lead another fashion revolution with the “New Look,” a design that used excessive yardages of wool. Today, fashion designers select from a range of advanced techniques and innovative treatments that permit the creation of contemporary trend-setting wool apparel from athletic wear to fine suiting.

Wool continues to provide fashion designers with a blank canvas from which to create fashionable but sustainable garments. Consumers are becoming reacquainted with the extraordinary benefits of choosing and wearing wool.

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The Arts in Haymarket

By Marianne Weaver

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he Haymarket Museum, located at 15025 Washington Street in the town of Haymarket, has undergone a transformation. In September, the historic building took on a new title: The Arts at the Haymarket Museum. It’s still a museum, but now it’s also an art gallery where local artists can show their creations.

“My goal is to bring the arts into our community and give the community a space to come and participate in the arts,” said Emily Lockhart, Haymarket town planner and zoning administrator. “I really want it to be a space where we can give back to the community and feature our local talent.”

The little white building opened as a public-school house in 1883. It was used as a school until 1910 and then as the Haymarket town hall until a fire in 2002. The town was forced to move its offices across the street but later that year refurbished the building and re-opened it as a museum. To draw more people into the historic space, town officials decided to convert the large open space into an art gallery. But rather than feature an array of works by various artists, the Haymarket gallery will be operated by one local featured artist at a time.

“The artists dive in and make the space what they want it to be,” said Lockhart. “We are trying to find artists who want to show their work and get their names out there and create a gallery feel, which adds a unique factor.”

Each artist exhibit lasts eight weeks. The artists determine the structure and content of the exhibits. Some will be in the museum creating art during their exhibits; others will teach classes, offer talks, and lead demonstrations. One thing will remain constant: The artists will always be on-hand to interact with visitors. Artists commit to six hours per week, with at least three hours during the weekend. Although hours will fluctuate based on the artists’ availability, if the “open” flag is displayed, the gallery is open.

“In coming to Haymarket, you get a taste for the small-town feel,” Lockhart said. “There are little shops and restaurants, so we hope people make a half-day trip to come and get to know Haymarket better.”

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The Arts in Haymarket is located at the Haymarket Museum.

Glenkirk Elementary School art teacher Courtney Forget was excited to hear about the new gallery opening so close to home.

“Artists create pieces that evoke emotions and memories,” said Forget. “To share that with a community is a powerful experience, for both the viewer and the artist.”

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Elizabeth Bryson has her photography on display and will be teaching classes in January along with other artists throughout the month.

Getting Started Gainesville resident Kerry Molina was not only the first artist featured at the gallery, but she also created the logo. “They wanted something in line with the historical aspect of the other Haymarket logos, but with an artsy flair,” she said. “I drew a couple of ideas, they picked the one they liked best, and I drew it and then watercolored it.”

Her show opened late last September. “The opening reception was wonderful and surreal,” she said. “It was like that feeling at your wedding when people come together from all different aspects of your life. It was a momentous occasion in my career as it was my first solo show. It was nerve-wracking because I was putting myself and my art out there. But it was thrilling to take this step forward on my journey. I hope it leads to another solo show someplace else.”

Molina is a mixed-media artist as well as founder of Yellow Brick Road Studio and Enrichment Workshops. “My pieces range widely,” she said. “Some are paintings with a touch of pencil or ink. Some are collages with a little bit of paint. But most actually have many, many layers. If you look closely, you will see paint, collage, ink, pencil, oil pastel and even jewelry and other bits and bobs.”

But her show was more than just a display. As an artist, writer, teacher and tutor, she planned a wide range of activities for children and adults. “My first workshop at the gallery was with

kids doing small paintings,” she said. “It was really fun in the old space.”

She also held creative writing classes where students tapped into their surroundings for inspiration. “Sometimes a visit to a museum becomes an experience that stays with you, that shifts your perspective a little, that inspires you,” said Anna NVV Bledsoe. “My trip to the Arts at the Haymarket Museum to see the Kerry Molina exhibit was such an experience. Molina’s work is colorful, whimsical and decorative in that it brings beauty to the space it occupies, but it is so much more. Molina’s work is filled with images, symbols, themes and stories that inspire and celebrate life. There is some intangible element in her pieces that energizes me. They seem to empower viewers to respect and exercise their own creativity.”

Artists Wanted There are still openings for artists, groups of artists and even school groups to apply for show opportunities. For more information about applying or to find out more about the everchanging displays, visit the town’s Facebook page.

Marianne Weaver (mweaver@princewilliamliving.com) is a freelance editor and writer. She earned a BA from the University of Pittsburgh and an MJ from Temple University.

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By Olivia Overman

“My life has completely changed and the only thing I can now do is bring awareness to mental illness and suicide, so no other parent feels the way I feel every day and will feel for the rest of my life.”

—Kimberly Fleming, mother of David J. Cobb and founder of the David J. Cobb Foundation

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imberly Fleming’s worst nightmare was realized when her beloved son lost his life to suicide on October 23, 2015.

The foundation she established following his death is helping to open up the conversation and bring awareness to teen mental illness and suicide.

Founded in June 2016, the DJCF’s primary mission is “breaking the silence of teen suicide by fostering positive relationships and encouraging open discussions between teens and the community.”

By working with the community and the schools in Prince William, DJCF hopes to reach as many teenagers as possible to prevent as many deaths by suicide as possible. With the belief that the community and schools play a vital role in helping kids who are suffering, the DJCF provides support and educational events for kids as well as for those left behind.

“On a weekly basis, I am contacted by either individuals who need to talk because they are struggling with their feelings or by parents who need advice on what to do with their child who is suffering,” Fleming said. Through a closed online Facebook support group, DJCF is able to provide a listening ear to those in need at any time of the day or night. Separate from the DJCF Facebook page, the online support group is “a very active group and I have seen many times how much the group comes together to help anyone who is having a rough time. It’s so amazing to see complete strangers offer so much support to people they don’t know,” Fleming said.

Acutely aware of the grief the people left behind experience, DJCF also offers a support group for them on a monthly basis.

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show support for each other and help each other cope with our loss,” according to the website. Fleming facilitates the group herself and receives support from people who attend. Attendees are from all over Northern Virginia, and anyone who is a suicide loss survivor is welcome. Held the last Wednesday of every month in Manassas, the group provides solace and support to those suffering with loss.

Awareness Through Action Linda Diaz, CEO of Lauryn’s Law, is well aware of the grief Fleming goes through every day because she lost her daughter, Lauryn Santiago, to suicide on February 16, 2013. Like Fleming, Diaz is a staunch advocate for suicide prevention and mental health awareness. “Society has always created shame and judgment on persons lost to suicide, and spreading awareness on prevention is a constant uphill battle,” said Diaz. “Creating the David J. Cobb Foundation is the most selfless act in support of community awareness. Educating families, schools and communities on the signs will absolutely help create a better tomorrow.”

Fleming and her team have met with members of the Prince William County School Board as well as school administrators to share ideas for school programs that could provide support to teens and are hopeful progress can be made in getting information and help available in schools. However, creating new programs takes money and support from the schools and community. DJCF works diligently toward building relationships with community leaders, school administrators and local legislators to raise funding. “We are still working to get our name in the community by attending as many nonprofit events

as possible and meeting other community leaders,” said Fleming.

“We are developing relationships with Why Inc., PWC Schools, BOCS, PWEA and ACTS.” In 2018, DJCF offered a $1,000 scholarship to one graduate of Osbourn Park High School who plans to pursue a degree in the medical field. Osbourn High School was the school David attended before his death. “It is our hope this year to raise enough to offer two $1,000 scholarships, and we plan to open it up to all of Prince William County, Manassas City and Manassas Park. Mental illnesses can present themselves in a variety of medical situations, so we are sponsoring the scholarship to any/ all medical fields and interested in supporting someone who will keep an eye out for signs of mental illness while providing any medical service,” Fleming said.

DJCF also has a partnership with a California-based nonprofit called JJ’s Hello Foundation that produces “Can You Hear Me?” cards. The card, carried by anyone, can be given to someone when a person is in need of help. It contains vital information, including phone numbers, on how to help people who are hurting. JJ’s Hello Foundation was founded by Josh and Michelle Anderson after they lost their 12-year-old son to suicide in 2016. Sharing a common bond, both organizations have partnered together to fight to end suicide. Currently, the cards can be obtained at any event where DJCF has a table, or anyone can contact the foundation for cards. “It is my goal to get these into every school, and I’m working with PWC school administration on this,” Fleming said.

Forging Ahead with Change In June 2017, Fleming and DJCF were instrumental in getting the Regulations Governing Licensure signed into state law.

This law requires school counselors to be trained to recognize mental health issues, including depression, suicide and distress.

Sponsored by Sen. Jeremy McPike of Dale City and Manassas, the law was inspired by David J. Cobb. He had spoken to a school counselor prior to his suicide, who did not recognize the extent of his problem.

The team at DJCF continues to work diligently to shine a light on mental illness and suicide. “I, like all the members of the foundation, am certified in safeTALK and ASSIST training and am here to help anyone in crisis that needs a lifeline,” said Erica Plunkett, vice president of DJCF. “There is no shame in asking for help. Actually it is quite the opposite; it takes a strong person to ask for help. There should always be someone there waiting to do just that. That someone is me. That someone is you. That someone is us.”

Information about the organization, as well as how you can donate, can be found at www.djcfoundation.org. You can also follow DJCF and learn about fundraising events on Facebook and Twitter (@djcfoundation17).

Olivia Overman (ooverman@princewilliamliving.com) is a freelance writer for both online and print organizations. She earned a M.A. in journalism and public affairs from American University, Washington DC.

A Mother’s Love: David J. Cobb “David was my beloved son, my best friend, my heart and soul, my whole life. He was a 17-yearold who battled mental illnesses most of his life.

He would always say that he was dealt some bad cards, but he always tried to do what was right and tried to be strong. After David J. Cobb lots of therapy, medication, hospital visits and evaluations, he was diagnosed, and my fight for David began.

He would wake up every morning and fight all the demons and voices in his head. I admired him for his strength and determination to get through the pain. David was struggling more than anyone knew because he always smiled and tried to make others laugh. He reminded me so much of Robin Williams in that he loved to make others laugh, and inside there was so much sadness. David and I shared a bond unlike most mom/son relationships because we talked all the time and he shared everything with me because he knew I would listen and he could trust me.

David was a caring, giving, warm-hearted, thoughtful, funny young man and touched so many with his beautiful smile and humor, despite his own pain. David had an infectious smile that would light up any room. He was described by many as someone who was always concerned about the welfare of his peers and would not hesitate to stand up for someone in trouble.

His connections with his friends were not superficial but much deeper. Kids trusted him. David looked at the world through a unique lens. David was a creative person and added so much to our discussions. We have all missed him dearly. A friend of his said, ‘David was beautiful in his own mysterious way,’ and that he was.

David loved to write, draw, listen to music, play his video games, work on cars and work out. One of his coping skills was to journal, which he did daily.

Most of his writings are very dark and sad, and it broke my heart to see so much pain, but it helped so much with his depression. He even wrote a short story once that was really good. David has become the voice of all those who suffer in silence, and I will make sure his name is never forgotten. How my son died is not his legacy; I am his legacy!”

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ow are you supposed to confront your child about the dangers of experimenting with drugs or alcohol? Or, is there a way to warn your kids about potential predators without paralyzing them with fear? Although no one has all the answers, the Prince William County office of Virginia Cooperative Extension (VCE) provides a parenting program that offers effective resources and solutions for some common dilemmas.

“We are in this season of the omnipresent parent, who is always around, oftentimes hovering, ready to solve the problem for our kids without hesitation or question,” said Rozlyn Giddens, VCE parent education volunteer coordinator. “Sometimes that means parents are ready to solve problems before they even come up.

But, our kids need to practice and develop confidence and skill to solve problems.”

STEP-ping up to the plate In 1914, Virginia Tech and Virginia State University joined forces with local, state and federal governments to establish VCE. As land-grant universities, Virginia Tech and Virginia State University educate communities about agriculture, science and engineering. It is through cooperative extensions like VCE that land-grant universities carry out programs to do so. If you’ve ever been part of a 4-H club in Virginia, for example, you’d be familiar with VCE. In conjunction with the Prince William County VCE team, the Virginia land-grant universities launched a search for a systematic training curriculum for effective parenting. The result: Systematic Training for Effective Parenting (STEP), a program written by the late parenting education expert, Dr. Don Dinkmeyer Jr. and his son, Gary D. McKay. “STEP focuses on communication’s role in alleviating conflict, so that’s how our office started using the seven-week STEP program,” Giddens said. “It sets forth guidelines of normal behaviors and reactions. There are even video lessons with scenarios featuring children of all ages and the issues they bring to the home.”

Even after all these years, STEP remains the foundation for most of VCE’s parenting classes. “We keep the base curriculum the same, but we supplement where we need to, especially when it comes to challenges and issues that teens face today,” Giddens said. “We know, for example, that teens are vaping, sexting and facing online bullying—things that didn’t exist even ten years ago, let alone in 1993. It’s not an exact science, and we share materials and resources with other partners. Then we can combine those with STEP.” The VCE parenting education team—composed of a small

part-time staff and a village of volunteers—improves the quality of life in Prince William County by tackling the building blocks of society. They know it all starts at home. “We want to create opportunities for parents to learn how to improve their communication, and in turn, relationships, with their children,” Giddens said. “When we impact the relationships between parents and kids, it can trickle into the community. The people who take our classes end up using the same skills they learn with coworkers, other parents, and so on.”

VCE’s Forms of Parent Education VCE offers multiple parenting courses. First, there are the STEP programs, which last seven weeks and are broken out into three different age groups – one class specializing in young children, one for school-aged children and one that targets teenagers.

The STEP programs are mostly led by volunteers, who facilitate the classes only after going through extensive training. She added that there is often a roster of 30 volunteers, and many of them have been on this list for more than a decade.

The Prince William County office of VCE also offers two courses led by professional, paid staff: the eight-week Juvenile Justice Parenting Program (JJPP) and the three-week When Families Get Angry (WFGA).

JJPP is a program that focuses on teenagers, who are, for whatever reason, no longer in school and are a part of the juvenile justice system or kids, who are at-risk for any other reason.

“The JJPP program actually uses the STEP book for teens, so most skills taught are based on the STEP curriculum,” Giddens said. “With this program, however, there is a little more in-depth focus on drug use and other situations kids face–sex, human trafficking, and other heavier topics–that are not necessarily appropriate in the other classroom environments. The JJPP program curriculum comes from various resources, including STEP. This class is also different because for every class of parents, there is also a class that their adolescent children may attend.”

When Parents Get Angry (WFGA) is designed to help parents deal with the varying degrees of anger that inevitably develop within families. Virginia Tech and VCE staff collaborated to develop the curriculum, and even though it isn’t based on STEP, it’s clearly working for the community.

Through it all, VCE has touched thousands of families across Northern Virginia. “We didn’t start recording the numbers until (continues on page 25) prince william living January 2019

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he inaugural issue of Prince William Living launched January 1, 2011. We were a small, excited group of residents who wanted to celebrate the positive things in our community. To affect and inspire our neighbors to improve the quality of life here in Prince William County, Manassas, and Manassas Park.

Eight years later, we have not only achieved our goals but put them into a mission statement: Prince William Living is a lifestyle magazine, whose mission is to build a better community by promoting quality of life issues: including solid economic development, strong education, and workforce development, supporting the arts community and encouraging volunteerism through our local not-for-profits.

L-R: Amanda Baity, director of operations and photo editor, Kim Howard, editor in chief, and Rebecca Barnes, publisher are just part of the executive team at the magazine.

Here at PWL, our staff, contributors, and advertisers stand behind our mission, not just with words, but with action. We actively volunteer at not for profits, participate in the arts, support education and work force development, focus on local economics and buy local.

We have created awards to showcase leaders in our community: Influential Women; support superlative teens: Extraordinary Teens; and thank local nonprofits for their work: Giving Back. We even launched a nonprofit, Give Back Prince William givebackprincewilliam.com, to help give visibility to local nonprofits and raise scholarship money for Extraordinary Teens.

Recognition for community members who make Prince William a better place to live, work and play include Influential Women Award winner Shanel Evans (left) and Extraordinary Teen Award winner Rida Subzwari (right) both with Publisher Rebecca Barnes.

We take special pride in our focus on Health & Wellness, including our Domestic Violence forum, Mental health challenges, Heart Disease, and Breast Cancer. Thank you to all our staff, past, and present, volunteers, advertisers, and readers. We hope to continue to educate and inspire you to be the best that you can be in this place we are proud to call home.

Rebecca Barnes, Publisher, Prince William Living Magazine Some of the magazine’s staff attended one of its three community award events.

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Snow Play

Too cold to play outside? Bring the snow indoors! Allow your child to touch the snow and ask them to describe how it feels. Use cups, scoops or cookie cutters to form various shapes. Use paint to color the snow and ask children to name the colors as they work. Set a timer and have a snowball making race. As the snow melts,

have children describe how it changes form and the difference in how it feels. You can discuss how snow is made and why it melts (a great teaching moment for younger kids!).

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Worried about messiness but still want to have indoor snow play? Make your own cloud dough snow. There are many variations to cloud dough recipes that you can find online, but one of the easiest we’ve used is made by combining 4 cups of flour with 1/2 cup of vegetable oil. You can also add in extras, such as glitter, sprinkles and small gems to make your “snow” more festive. Note that you may have to add a bit more oil to maintain the consistency if you do mix-ins. The cloud dough will be moldable like snow and can be used in many of the same ways as shared above. (continues on page 26)

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LEARNING (continued from page 21) 2000, but in the past decade alone, we’ve served approximately 10,000 individuals – and that doesn’t even include the children and families affected,” Giddens said. “For that, we use the 2.5 multiplier. We offer about ten classes every quarter, and today, our average class size runs eight to fifteen people.”

VCE parenting classes are available to anyone for a nominal $40 fee. Being so accessible, there is no telling just how large a community VCE will impact over time.

“Typically, if you wanted to get parent education, it would come in the form of therapy, which requires insurance or other forms of funding,” Giddens said. “We find this is a very positive, viable option. Our programming has been consistent since the start, so we’ve been able to establish partnerships and relationships that help us to continue the good work that we do.”

Something for Everyone If you’ve ever thought to yourself, “Wow, I sound just like my mom,” or “I’ve really turned into my father,” you’re not alone.

It’s one reason why anyone can benefit from exploring and honing their parenting skills.

VCE parenting classes are so relevant that even the facilitators continue to learn new skills and approaches. “Even facilitators who have been leading these classes for a number of years say they are reminded of so many techniques each teaching cycle,” Giddens said. “The beautiful thing is that we live in an extremely diverse area, so there are always so many different people coming from different places and situations that you will learn from. Both students and teachers have plenty to learn from each other.”

To learn more, visit pwcgov.org/ government/dept/vce/Pages/ParentEducation-Programs.aspx.

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There’s nothing better than a mug of hot cocoa on a cold winter’s day. Create a special experience by having your own hot cocoa bar. You can use a variety of ingredients to add to your cup, including marshmallows, chocolate candies, whipped cream and peppermint sticks. Allow children to smell and touch each ingredient and describe what they observe. As you add items to the hot cocoa, children will be able to see how the ingredients change forms, such as marshmallows melting. The color of the cocoa may change as well depending on what is added.

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irst-time homebuyers looking to purchase a home in Prince William County may be qualified for Virginia Housing Development Authority (VHDA) financing programs that assist with both down payments and closing costs. There are specific guidelines to determine if buyers are eligible.

Income Guidelines

The First Time Homebuyer Program (FTHB) provides loans for down payment and closing cost assistance to first-time homebuyers with low or moderate incomes. Buyers must make income at or below 80 percent of the area median income, according to the Prince William County government.

VHDA classifies Prince William County as a suburb of the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area for income guideline purposes. According to VHDA, “the amount you can borrow varies with location, household income and other factors. The maximum gross household income limit also varies, depending on whether you get a Down Payment Assistance Grant—with the grant, income limits are lower.”

For a household in Prince William County with two or fewer people, the maximum gross household income for a standard loan is $125,700. With a VHDA Down Payment Assistance Grant, the maximum gross household income for a household of two or fewer people is $100,500. For households of three or more people in Prince William County, the maximum gross household income for a standard loan is $146,700, and with a VHDA Down Payment Assistance Grant, the limit is $117,300.

There is also a limit on how much you can borrow with this program. For Prince William County, the limit is $500,000 on new and existing construction, according to VHDA. These figures reflect 2018 requirements. VHDA reviews income, sales price and loan limits annually and makes adjustments, if needed, the fourth quarter of the year.

You also must be a first-time homebuyer. VHDA states: “Persons, individuals, families or households cannot have purchased or had ownership interest (own, purchase, co-sign on a loan, inherit, etc. regardless of whether they lived in the property) in a home or other residential property within the last three years anywhere in the United States, foreign land or country.”

For more information on VHDA loan programs and grants, visit vhda.com/programs. Prince William County also provides a FTHB readiness self-check to help homebuyers determine if the program could be right for them. It’s available online at pwcgov. org/government/dept/housing/Documents/Readiness%20 Self%20Check%206-2018.pdf.

If you need assistance finding a VHDA approved lender or your first home in Gainesville, Haymarket or Bristow, contact local real estate expert Belinda Jacobson-Loehle of Jacobson Realty and Home Staging at 703-338-9678.

How to Apply

To apply for the FTHB program, you need to find a local private lending institution approved by the VHDA. Prince William County government states: “The Office of Housing and Community Development will accept and process FTHB applications during open application periods subject to funding availability. FTHB funds will be reserved on a firstcome, first-served basis only upon successful completion of all phases of the application and purchase process as outlined in the program. When funds allocated for the year are depleted, all approved applications will be closed and offered the opportunity to re-apply during the next application period.”

Other Requirements

To participate in the FTHB, you must have a minimum credit score, or middle score, as determined by the VHDA.

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local flavor

Vera’s Kitchen

Brings a Taste of Ethiopia to Manassas While Helping Breast Cancer Patients at Home and Abroad

By Amy Taylor

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wner and chef of Vera’s Kitchen, Veronica Musie, may be new on the restaurant scene, but she’s been cooking for virtually her entire life. Vera’s Kitchen, which opened in Manassas in June 2018, stemmed from Musie’s other business of two years, Vera’s Catering.

As a breast cancer survivor, Musie wanted to provide services for other survivors with some of the funds from her new restaurant venture. She created a nonprofit organization called Alpha Breast Cancer Support Service. The organization raises funds primarily by holding an annual run, collecting donations from local residents and businesses, and receiving a portion of the proceeds from Vera’s Kitchen.

Her organization provides cancer support and services for women locally and in Africa. Alpha Breast Cancer Support Service provides mammograms for destitute women in Africa.

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“Locally we have a support group that meets every month to encourage, create awareness and support here,” Musie said.

The restaurant’s branding and décor are even centered around breast cancer awareness, incorporating pink into design elements wherever possible.

At her restaurant, she dishes up a delicious fusion of classic Ethiopian fare and classic American dishes. “It’s a little bit of everything. We have Italian, American and Ethiopian. We’re open every day, and we are a family restaurant. We’re very affordable,” Musie said. She works side-by-side every day with her husband, Adiam, and their children, who are servers.

Some of her must-try dishes include Vera’s Tibs, an Ethiopian dish of sautéed beef, tomatoes, onions and jalapeno peppers paired with either Injera—an Ethiopian bread similar to a crepe—or quinoa or rice. She also highly recommends the

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Owners Adiam and Veronica Musie

Vera’s Kitchen is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week.

Creamy Chicken Pasta, made with grilled chicken breast, spinach and sun-dried tomatoes.

Beverage offerings include freshly-made fruit and vegetable juices, iced teas spiced with cinnamon, ginger and/or turmeric, sodas, beer and wine. Coffee lovers will enjoy the special Ethiopian coffee, which is very flavorful, roasted and ground onsite and served in a special pot with service for two.

Enjoy breakfast and lunch at Vera’s Kitchen Monday through Thursday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. The restaurant is open through dinner on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays with service from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Enjoy all-day breakfast any day of the week.

Musie still provides catering services for a variety of events, from small weddings and graduation parties to birthdays and even brown bag office lunches.

Vera’s Kitchen is located at 9255 Center Street in Manassas.

For more information about Vera’s Kitchen, call 703-4797655 or visit the website at veraskitchendesta.com. (Desta is the Ethiopian word for happiness.)

To learn more about how you can support Alpha Breast Cancer Support Service, visit abcsr.org.

Amy Taylor is a contributing writer for Prince William Living magazine.

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your finances How Your Tax Strategy Can Help Cover Rising College Costs

By Bennett Whitlock, CRPC® Private Wealth Advisor

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he best defense against rising costs is to save early and often. While there are a variety of accounts you can open and other ways to save for college, 529 plans, Coverdell and custodial accounts offer possible tax benefits.

529 plans These plans, named after a provision in the tax code, are one of the most popular ways to build savings over time. A parent or even a non-relative can establish a 529 plan for a student, with the ability to switch potential beneficiaries any time. The person establishing a 529 account retains control over the assets and how they are used. Any earnings grow on a tax-deferred basis, and any withdrawals used to meet qualified higher education expenses of the named beneficiary are income-tax-free. This is a significant incentive to save for college and offers a great deal of flexibility due to the high maximum contribution amounts, which vary by state. While contributions to a 529 plan are not deductible for federal income tax purposes, many states allow for deductions/credits on state income taxes. Check your state’s laws and consider making a contribution before the end of the year to claim a deduction/credit on your 2017 state return.

Custodial accounts The Uniform Transfer to Minors Act (UTMA) and Uniform Gifts to Minors Act (UGMA) custodial accounts offer a way to transfer assets to your minor. However, because the student is the account owner, the assets may affect his or her eligibility for financial aid. The tax benefits to the donor include reducing the size of the donor’s estate for estate tax purposes and the ability to exclude earnings on these assets from the donor’s income taxes, though income tax rules still apply to the child (and kiddie tax could have an impact).

A Coverdell education savings account, a specific type of trust or custodial account, allows you to save for higher education, private elementary, middle or high school education expenses. Contributions are limited at $2,000 a year for a single beneficiary and are only allowed until the minor turns 18. Any earnings in the account grow tax free, and there’s no federal tax when the money is withdrawn for qualified expenses.

The account funds must be distributed before the designated beneficiary turns 30.

cases, even if it is for the academic period beginning in January through March of the following year. Payments made by the end of 2018 may qualify for a credit on this year’s tax return. Two credits you may qualify for include the American Opportunity Tax Credit and the Lifetime Learning Credit.

Income restrictions and other qualifications apply, so work with your tax professional, who can help you determine the best tax strategy for your situation.

Tax deductions You may qualify for deductions related to education expenses at the federal and/or state level. For example, a federal income tax deduction of up to $2,500 is available for the interest paid on a qualified education loan; however, certain income restrictions apply.

Consult with your financial advisor about the best college saving strategies for your situation and with your tax advisor on potential tax-saving provisions of the law.

Bennett Whitlock, CRPC ®, is a private wealth advisor and managing director with Whitlock Wealth Management, a franchise of Ameriprise Financial Services Inc. Learn more at WhitlockWealth.com or call 703-492-7732.

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Tues. Jan. 1 | 10 a.m.

Leesylvania State Park 2001 Daniel K. Ludwig Drive, Woodbridge Bring in the New Year with a guided hike. Start with a quick tour of the history museum, then walk down the Potomac Trail, to Freestone Point, through Lee’s Woods Trail, and back to the Visitor Center. There will be two hikes: 10 a.m.-12 p. m. and 12-2 p.m.

Reserve by Dec. 30 to maritza.rivas@dcr. virginia.gov or call 703-583-6904. Pets are welcome. Trail is not accessible for strollers.

Prince William Living Presents Breakfast with an Expert Thurs. Jan. 3 | 8 a.m.

NOW ONLINE! Join us from the comfort of your own computer!

Join us and “BYOB” for an online presentation of information from an expert who will give you actionable advice you can put to work immediately in your business. RSVP princewilliamliving.com/ breakfastwithanexpert.

Firkin Friday

Fri. Jan. 4 | 5 – 10 p.m.

Heritage Brewing Co. 9436 Center Point Lane, Manassas Unique infusions and crafty beer styles meet cask style draft every Friday in the brewpub and taproom. From tequila lime lagers to honey maple scotch ales, the possibilities are endless.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Choir Sat. Jan. 5 | 3 – 4 p.m.

Chinn Park Regional Library 13065 Chinn Park Drive, Woodbridge Children from local schools raise their voices in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. A free, drop-in program.

Sunday Ballroom Dance at the Candy Factory

Sun. Jan. 6 | 3:30 – 6 p.m.

Center for the Arts at the Candy Factory 9419 Battle Street, Manassas Join us for a Sunday Ballroom Dance at the Center for the Arts. Arrive at 3:30 p.m. for a lesson in Merengue, followed by an open dance session from 4– 6 p.m. Cost is $15 per person for lesson and dance session, $10 for dance session only.

Small Business Workshops: Starting a Small Business

Sun. Jan. 6, 13, 20, 27 | 3 – 4:30 p.m.

Montclair Community Library 5049 Waterway Drive, Montclair This series of workshops about small businesses will get you started on the right foot. Feel free to drop in to one session, a few or all. Sessions cover starting a small business, the Small Business Administration, protecting your business idea, and marketing your business with a small budget. To register: 703-792-8740.

Diabetes Support Group

Wed. Jan 9 | 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center 2300 Opitz Blvd., Woodbridge Hylton Education Center, Rooms BF The Diabetes Support Group offers the perfect opportunity for those with diabetes to share information and achievements, hear guest speakers and discuss their concerns. If you or someone you love is living with diabetes, we invite you to join us. Registration is not required, and sessions are open to the public. For questions or details on upcoming topics, please call 703-523-0590.

Gallery Reception: Ambry

Thurs. Jan. 10 | 6 p.m.

Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas In the Ambry series, artist Mandy L. Cooper manipulated family video-stills by grafting them onto her skin and by sculpting them into “memory cakes.”

Moments of her parents’ childhood as well as her own, and family clothing and materials are compressed, folded, torn, and

discolored like the jumble of our memories that can never be pieced together or clearly seen. RSVP to smeyer3@gmu.edu.

Prince William Model Railroad Club Show

Sat. Jan. 12 | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Sun. Jan. 13 | 12 – 4 p.m.

Haymarket Gainesville Community Library 14870 Lightner Road, Haymarket All aboard! The Prince William Model Railroad Club returns with their exciting display of model trains and track.

Conductors will be on hand to answer questions about this fascinating hobby.

All ages welcome.

Detox to Retox…

Beer & Yoga

Sat. Jan. 12 | 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Brew Republic Bierwerks 15201 Potomac Town Place, Woodbridge Our monthly beer and yoga class is a basic 60-minute Vinyasa Flow suitable for beginners and experienced students.

Participants will enjoy basic and advanced poses, hand on assists and learn breathing techniques so you are ready to be more mindful when it comes to the beer tasting. Mats, blocks and towels are provided, but we encourage you to bring your own mat if you have one and a water bottle. $20 per person includes class and a post-yoga pour of any beer on tap.

Dance Etc.: 38th Annual Winter Concert

Sat. Jan. 12 | 7 p.m.

Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas Enjoy their program that includes “Revolt” and “Leave a Light” by Analeah Stamps, “PAC-MAN REMIXED” by Danielle DuFore, “Run” and excerpts from Paquita and by Jennifer Fitzpatrick, monologues, classical piano pieces, art displays, and more. Tickets: hyltoncenter.org

Pied Piper Theatre’s Production of Disney’s Newsies

Sat. Jan. 12 | 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Sat. Jan. 12 | 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

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Sun. Jan. 13 | 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas $10 – $20 Performances will be at the Hylton Performing Arts Center Jan. 12 at 2:00 p. m. and 7:00 p. m. and Jan. 13 at 3:00 p. m. Snow dates are Feb. 2 and 3.

as you learn about: Getting your press releases published, tying into the power of our social media presence, creating visibility packages that increase your reach to targeted consumers, and focusing on your message. Lunch provided by Okra’s. RSVP at princewilliamliving.com/ lunchwiththepublisher.

This high steppin’, sensational production of Disney’s Newsies is coming to the Hylton stage! It’s the summer of 1899 and New York City’s newsboys are on strike against the New York Journal and the New York World papers. Protesting price hikes for the newspapers they are selling, the newsies refuse to work and form a union to demand a price reduction. Newsies won Tony awards in 2012 for Best Actor, Best Choreography, and Best Original Score.

Friends of Chinn Park Regional Library Used Book Sale

Outstanding choreography and dynamic songs such as “Santa Fe” and “King of New York” highlight this amazing production with music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Jack Feldman, and book by Harvey Fierstein. Based on the Disney film written by Bob Tzudiker and Noni White, it was originally produced on broadway by Disney Theatrical Productions. Don’t miss your opportunity to “Seize the Day” by coming to Newsies!

Guitar Winter Jams

Tues. Jan. 15 | 7 p.m.

Tues. Jan. 29 | 7 p.m.

Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas Musicians of all skill levels are invited to bring their own guitar or try one of ours in these three winter guitar jam session workshops. Previous Guitar Workshop students and newcomers alike are welcome. Free and open to the public; email hylton@gmu.edu to reserve your spot.

Prince William Living’s Lunch with the Publisher

Wed. Jan. 16 | 11:30 a.m.

Prince William Chamber of Commerce 9720 Capital Ct., #203, Manassas Are you an advertiser with Prince William Living or interested in becoming one?

Meet the people behind greater Prince William’s premiere lifestyle magazine,

Fri. Jan. 18 | 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Sat. Jan. 19 | 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Sun. Jan. 20 | 12 – 3:30 p.m.

Chinn Park Regional Library 13065 Chinn Park Drive, Woodbridge Friends of Chinn Park Regional Library invite all ages to shop for used books, magazines and audiovisual materials.

There is something of interest for everyone. All proceeds go to the library to fund programs and materials.

Escape Room!

Young Adult Edition

Sat. Jan. 19 | 2 – 3:30 p.m.

Potomac Community Library 2201 Opitz Boulevard, Woodbridge For grades 6-12. Once you are in the room, you can’t leave until you solve the riddles that will let you escape. We’ll have some light snacks to tide you over.

Register online, in person or by phone 703-392-8330 beginning January 5.

We Shall Overcome…

Sun. Jan. 20 | 3 p.m.

Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas Hear the compelling words of Martin Luther King, Jr. interwoven with incredible music created by AfricanAmerican artists during the Civil Rights movement. Conceived and created by musical artist Damien Sneed, We Shall Overcome blends actual recordings of Dr. King’s speeches with music from AfricanAmerican traditions, tying together a lineage of music and culture that includes traditional gospel, modern gospel, classical, jazz, Broadway and spirituals.

Tickets: hyltoncenter.org.

Tu B’Shevat

Sun. Jan. 20 | 5 – 8 p.m.

Congregation Ner Shalom 14040 Spriggs Road, Woodbridge Celebrate the birthday of trees with Congregation Ner Shalom. Join us on our magical mystery tour through the ecological year, the fruits of Israel, and the mystical worlds of Judaism. In addition to the traditional fruits and nuts of the Tu B’Shevat Seder foods, pizza dinner will also be served.

Nailed It! Cupcake Challenge

Thurs. Jan. 24 | 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Chinn Park Regional Library 13065 Chinn Park Drive, Woodbridge For young adults, come try your hand at re-creating edible masterpieces. Prizes will be awarded and participants get to eat the results! Participate individually or as a team. First come, first served until capacity is reached. To register: 703-792-4800.

Galileo’s Science Cafe: Science for the Community

Thurs. Jan. 24 | 7 p.m.

Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas The NASA/New Horizons Flyby of Dwarf Ice Planet 2014MU69 (Ultima Thule): Our New View of the Outer Solar System, presented by Michael Summers, Ph.D., University Professor; Department of Physics and Astronomy.

Learn about the latest scientific and medical discoveries explained by university faculty. Free.

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