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table of contents February 2015 Vol. 5 No. 2

FEATURE STORY The Thinking Feet, A Beautiful Game..................4

DEPARTMENTS from the publisher..................................................3 advertiser index......................................................3 on a high note Woodbridge Music Club Promotes a Community Alive with Music ..............................10

4 Photo Courtesy Soccer Shots

destinations Geocaching: The Treasure Hunt All Around You ....12 giving back Leadership Prince William ....................................14 taking care of business MDR Strategies: Helping Clients Invest in Human Capital ................................................18 family fun Share the Love......................................................20 local flavor Monza: Casual Dining, Upscale Setting................26

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COLUMNS health & wellness ................................................16 home & hearth ....................................................24 your finances ......................................................28 Discover Prince William & Manassas ..............31

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espite the cold, it’s not too early to think of soccer, with spring teams already forming and application deadlines looming for many leagues. A sport for all ages, enthusiasts say that soccer builds strength, coordination, camaraderie and confidence in its players. Thousands of area residents seem to agree. Writer Emma Young talked to some of them for “The Thinking Feet, A Beautiful Game” (page 4), to find out what has so many people in Prince William taking to the soccer field.

Dreams of kicking a ball in the sun aside, we still have to get through this month before spring arrives. Make these last winter days pass a little faster, by reclaiming Valentine’s day with Kristina Schnack Kotlus and Prince William Living. We’re inviting readers to #ShareTheLovePWL this February.

Flip to “Family Fun” (page 18) for ideas on spreading some unexpected sunshine, with custom tags and recipes that you leave on doorsteps. You can share the love with your neighbors and friends, maybe even your local fire and rescue department. (Hinthint.) Take pictures of your creations and tag them with

#ShareTheLovePWL and we’ll post your handiwork on our social media pages and you’ll be eligible for a prize package.

You can also while away these last weeks of winter by attending a free concert by Woodbridge Music Club. Since 1976, this nonprofit has been providing opportunities for professionals, students and music aficionados alike. Find out more in “On a High Note,” page 10.

You’ll also want to check out “Discover Prince William & Manassas” (page 31) and the calendar pages for other ways to come out of hibernation this month. And if you can’t quite make it off the couch? Then get out into the community virtually, with our new Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: princewilliamliving.com/pwlgiftguide, supporting local business in the process. In the meantime, I will be under a warm blanket with some #ShareTheLovePWL treats!

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The Thinking Feet, A Beautiful Game

by Emma Young

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f baseball is as American as apple pie, then soccer is as American as pizza pie; a ubiquitous European import that most everyone who has tried, loves.

Like other places in the world, here in Prince William, the reasons people love the sport are many and varied. Triangle resident Aleen Gonzalez, age 11, by her own admission, is shy.

She’s the type of child who excels in school, but doesn’t say a word unless required or directly asked. Yet, get her on the soccer field and you’ll see a different girl.

“We clap for teammates. We always talk during practice and get along. We have to kick the ball to each other,” Gonzalez described. “When I make a goal, I feel very happy. Everyone claps and my teammates give me high-fives…It makes me feel like I’m in a good place.” Perhaps that’s why she wants to be a professional soccer player when she grows up. “I want to play for team USA,” she firmly stated.

Building Camaraderie, Character

That socialization and camaraderie built through soccer can last a lifetime. Just ask VRBL (Very Recreational Beer League) members. This 35-years-and-older Meetup.com group gathers in Manassas every Saturday night to play a casual, non-competitive game. “You truly enjoy playing with each other. No one’s yelling.

You’re joking. It’s a fun sport,” enthused VRBL member and Dale City resident Sam Lukschander. Manassas resident and VRBL co-founder Debbie Fuller agrees. “Our thing is come out, have some fun, get some exercise, and, after the game, if you want to share a pitcher of beer and socialize, that can be part of it too,” she explained.

Photo by Robert Jinks

Northern Virginia Soccer Club (NVSC), which largely operates mid-county and in Manassas, President Bill Gregory explained the particular impact soccer can have on youth. “For younger ages, soccer is probably the easiest sport to participate in,” he observed. “It is a big social activity too. In recreation soccer, teams are loosely formed by neighborhoods, which means kids carpool, go to school, play soccer, etc., and build up great friendships.”

Soccer teams congratulate each other on a game well-played, reinforcing good sportsmanship.

On the other end of the age spectrum, even toddlers are learning to make friendships through the sport. Soccer Shots’ programs are specifically designed for children ages 2-8 and operate out of area daycare and community centers.

“Soccer is a sport you can get into at a very young age. Basketball and baseball require a lot of eye-hand coordination. With soccer, one of the first things you can develop is strength and balance in the legs,” noted Soccer Shots Executive Director Camilo Bertran. (continues on page 6) prince william living February 2015 | 5

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Prince William Soccer Inc. players on an artificial turf field, which is more forgiving of cleats and bad weather than grass. Efforts are underway to convert more grass fields to turf throughout Prince William.

“Kids at age 2 don’t tend to share that much, but we explain that a pass equals sharing. We make it fun and non-competitive.”

The curriculum-based programs focus on developing character along with the fundamentals of soccer. Children learn about teamwork and respect during the lessons, which, for the youngest players, include nursery rhymes, singing and imaginative play.

“While kicking the ball through the ‘volcanoes’ from one side of the island to the other, the coach might stop the lesson and identify a character word, such as respect, and show them examples,” Bertran described.

That character-based team training has a made a difference.

Soccer Shots Program Coordinator Melanie Cisiewicz, based out of Manassas, told of a life-changing experience for one of the students. A 6-year-old diagnosed with dwarfism had been fiercely teased about his condition by others on a soccer team in another league, causing him to quit the team. He had loved the sport so much prior to these incidents that his mother was able to convince him to try Soccer Shots at the Courage Sports Center in Woodbridge. “After the first week, he was very happy to play soccer again,” Cisiewicz said. “[His mother] reached out to me at the end of the season. She said her son not only had built confidence on the soccer field, but she had noticed a difference in his everyday life.”

PWSI (Prince William Soccer Inc.), the oldest league in Prince William, operates primarily on the eastern end of the county and, amongst many other extensive programs, runs TOPSoccer (The Outreach Program), the official United States Youth Soccer program for any child between the ages of 4 1/2 and 18 with physical and/or mental disabilities. The program is designed to get the children actively engaged in and having fun with the sport.

PWSI Executive Director Mike Yeatts shared a TOPSoccer experience that he said will always stick with him. “Last spring, I purchased some soccer balls that rattled. They’re for visually impaired kids,” he said. “Our coordinator pumped one up and gave it to Ariana*. She had Ariana feel the ball first with her hands and then had her feel it with her foot and maneuver her foot around the ball. Ariana kicked it and used the sound of the ball to guide her to where the ball had gone. She had the biggest smile on her face the entire time.”

“It was powerful. It had an impact on me, to see something so small allow her to be a part of a team and participate in something she normally wouldn’t be a part of. She’s still participating. It’s a fantastic program,” Yeatts said.

Those types of experiences keep Yeatts enthusiastic about the *Name changed to protect privacy.

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difference PWSI makes. “How great to play a part in a kid’s life, inspiring them to be the best they can be and do things they never thought possible and watch them achieve that,” he related.

“It gets you out of bed in the morning.”

PWSI Volunteer Coach Mark Morris also noted the lifelong impact of the sport. “Seeing the kids have fun and work as a team has a lot of real-life aspects to it that they need to understand to help them progress in life. First off, the team concept. Second is not quitting, even when you’re down. I’m teaching them about communication. Working as a team, you need to communicate,” he detailed. “I’m preparing them for marriage and work, where communication is very important.”

Teamwork and communication lessons carry over to the Morris home in Quantico. Soccer-playing sons Matthew, age 11 (who loves “passing, shooting and scoring”), and Ethan, age 8 (who wants to be a pro soccer player one day), were noted by their mother, Cat Morris, for proactively cleaning the house and doing the dishes with their younger siblings when Mark was briefly out of town this past winter.

Those lessons are something Woodbridge Soccer Club board member and coach Don Parker wants for every child. The club was founded to target underserved youth. His brother, Woodbridge Soccer Club President and founder Ron Parker, noted that to play on the competitive travel teams, families were often paying $200-$300/month in other clubs, in addition to the extensive time needed to practice and travel.

This seemed to exclude those kids whose families couldn’t afford the financial or time investment. The travel program costs for their club are “less than half of any other soccer club in the area,” stated Don. They’ve strived to remove all constraints so that any child who wants to play soccer can play.

“There’s a kid whose parents couldn’t afford for him to play travel soccer. We picked him up for practices and games. He played in the club for free. He turned out to be one of the best goalkeepers. He got a scholarship to college. His younger brother is now in the program with us,” Don happily recounted.

Playing Safely Enthusiastic superlatives abound when asking Prince William residents about soccer, yet there are risks inherent in any sport, such as injury and, particularly with youth sports, abuse.

Virginia Soccer Association (VSA) President Mandi Brown detailed the extensive and thorough efforts their league, which operates primarily out of the western end of the county, takes to protect all players.

First, the club ensures coaches, managers and board members all complete background checks with KidSafe, a national nonprofit dedicated to preventing the abuse of children. VSA Team Chiropractor Dr. Joshua Cole then trains coaches in injury prevention and identification.

The league also distributes professional articles on preventing, recognizing and treating conditions such as concussions and ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) injuries. During its annual Memorial Day Tournament, concussion warning sign bag-tags were given so each player’s bag could have an easy reference card available.

“If a concussion is suspected, the player needs to be immediately taken out of play and should not return until cleared by a medical professional,” stated Brown, who is a nurse. She’s even taking proactive steps to ensure recent anecdotal evidence published by Coach Amy Griffin of the University of Washington, linking soccer goalies to increased risk of nonHodgkin’s lymphoma, is responded to by the league. “This is a question that should be taken seriously,” Brown concluded.

Growing Popularity, Field Demand Even with the potential for injury, the benefits of the sport seem to outweigh the risks, as evidenced by the expanding growth of Prince William’s many soccer leagues and clubs. A few statistics illustrate the trend: n The number of recreational players in the NVSC increased from 1,679 in fall 2007 to 2,500 in fall 2014.

n VSA recreational programs have grown about 10 percent in the past five years.

n Soccer Shots program in Prince William had five daycare and community centers and 50 players participating in 2010, and expects more than 35 centers and 1,500 players in 2015. n Woodbridge Soccer Club started in 2011 with four travel teams and now has 10 travel teams, and has added a recreational program.

n PWSI started in the mid-1970s with a small club founded by a group of parents. It now has approximately 5,000 players and is a part of the U.S. Soccer Development Academy for elite players. n 34,622 recognized-league participants played on county facilities in 2014, according to Brent Heavner of the Prince William County Department of Parks and Recreation.

Increased growth leads to increased demand, and with soccer, that means more fields. “It’s no secret that the number of fields available in PWC does not meet the needs of the demand for youth sports. VSA has grown significantly, yet the facilities have not grown much,” elaborated Brown.

For a sport that “really only requires a ball, some shin guards, and a place to play,” said Brown, that can be a challenge for organizers. “We have access to 10 fields and three parks,” Yeatts added. “All outdoors. All high quality. [But] we simply don’t have enough. We’ve had to seek out and rent alternative facilities (continues on page 8 prince william living February 2015 | 7

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Photo Courtesy Soccer Shots

Photo by Robert Jinks

With approximately 5,000 players, Prince William Soccer Inc. is the largest, and oldest, of the community's many leagues.

Soccer Shots has programs for children as young as 2, teaching coordination and character building skills such as sharing.

aside from the county so we can fit in all our programming.”

winter and you ruin the roots if you play on it,” reported Jackie Miller, service manager for the department. “Artificial turf allows for playing unless there’s snow or ice… [and] lighted fields allow for expanded use on short winter days.”

For a new and smaller program with few resources, like the Woodbridge Soccer Club, that presents additional challenges.

They play in a grass field that isn’t maintained as a soccer field.

“We have volunteers come out and clear the fields of grass and rocks, and use a leveling tool to flatten out spots,” Parker explained. “When it rains heavy, adults playing with cleats on the fields really tear it up, so we have to clear it out.”

Still, Parker pointed to a silver lining: “The kids learn to play on challenging surfaces and it’s a training advantage. They learn to be prepared for the ball no matter where it might bounce since it might take weird bounces.”

Gregory detailed one solution which helped alleviate the field deficit for NVSC. “In the past, the club has partnered with Prince William County to install turf fields for use. …The costs for artificial turf fields were prohibitive, but when you weigh the added benefits, the costs are more attractive than in the past,” he said. Yeatts described similar efforts by PWSI. Conversion of existing grass sports fields to artificial turf, as well as adding lighting, on Prince William County Public School grounds is a recent priority for the Department of Parks and Recreation. “On a grass field, everything goes dormant in the 8 | February 2015 prince william living

Soccer teams can look on the bright side, said Gainesville resident John McCormack. “We’ve done flag football, baseball and soccer,” he said. “Relative to other sports, there are a lot of soccer fields…It was not a problem to get practice time for the team. Baseball, on the other hand, has a lot less places to play and very limited practice space.”

If you’re ready to cleat up and try America’s other favorite “pie,” go to pwcgov.org and search “soccer leagues” for a list of the largest clubs in Prince William. You may also want to look into indoor facilities, Meetup.com groups or just ask neighbors for recommendations, as some Homeowners Associations and other community groups sponsor soccer teams and workshops. When it comes to soccer in Prince William, options abound.

Emma Young is a freelance writer and stay-at-home mother residing in Dumfries. She can be reached at eyoung@princewilliamliving.com.

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on a high note Woodbridge Music Club Promotes a Community Alive with Music

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or nearly four decades, Woodbridge Music Club (WMC) has stayed true to its original mission. “In 1976, the Woodbridge Music Club was organized and federated— affiliated with the National Federation of Music Clubs and the Virginia Federation of Music Clubs—by a group of trained musicians and music lovers who wanted to share music with their community and were seeking musical outlets and opportunities for their students,” said Lana M. Bailey, a founding member. The club continues to provide a musical outlet for area musicians, as well as an educational experience for the community, by hosting master classes and performances.

A nonprofit organization, the club is funded through membership dues, donations and grants from the the Prince William County Department of Parks and Recreation. All performances are free to attend, allowing community members to be engaged in the arts without having to break the bank.

“The Woodbridge Music Club envisions and strives to create a community alive with music and with opportunities for students and professional musicians to grow through performance and interaction,” said Bailey. From classical, to jazz, to contemporary music, WMC offers concerts that include vocalists as well as instruments such as piano, solo violin, solo cello, string quartet, brass quintet and organ.

A Musical Menagerie This mix reflects the welcoming nature of club membership. The only boundary for musicians is that they must be high schoolaged or older. “WMC membership is open to all musicians, professional or amateur, and people who appreciate music and want to further the arts in our community,” explained Bailey.

The club accepts membership applications online at WoodbridgeMusicClub.org, or they can be delivered to any club member. Musicians come in at the “Regular Member” level for $52 a year. This entitles them to benefits such as performance 10 | February 2015 prince william living

Woodbridge Music Club hosts a number of free performances, as well as master classes and workshops for musicians.

and competition opportunities, special programming, a vote in club matters and listing in a teacher referral service.

Non-musicians may join the club too, as “Associate Members,” for $42 annually. Their benefits include being able to participate in committees and access to the special programming.

Additionally, Bailey said that through the club’s affiliation with the National Federation of Music Clubs, “young musicians and adult members are eligible to apply for scores of additional competitions and awards which include summer music center opportunities.”

Club members also receive assistance in their professional growth. WMC offers workshops, master classes and roundtable discussions. An October workshop on pedagogy taught attendees “what every musician needs to know about their body,” according to a club calendar. Another taught elements of conducting music.

The club also acts as a referral service, connecting its members who teach music with potential students. This directly nurtures musical talent while allowing members to earn money doing what they love.

The Mirari Brass Quintet is one of the many guest performances hosted by Woodbridge Music Club.

Woodbridge Music Club concerts are designed to showcase the diverse talents represented by its members, and have a relaxed, in-house approach. Each year, one show is built around the full club playing together and another will feature pieces composed by members. Three concerts showcase its youth musicians, and still others are built around various instrument combinations.

Examples include solo and duo piano concerts, Navy Band Consort, a violin/piano concert and a brass quintet.

In addition to facilitating performance opportunities for its members, Woodbridge Music Club hosts free shows performed by local musicians and other guest artists. Club shows are held at St. Paul United Methodist Church in Woodbridge and Westminster at Lake Ridge.

WMC Vice President Suzan Kiepper Krannich quoted Serge Koussevitzky, the world-famous former conductor of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, in explaining the importance of maintaining this open environment, and of the club’s free performances: “More than any other art, music has the driving force, the facility and freedom of crossing social, political, geographic, racial and religious barriers, and speaks a language accessible to all. … music alone can still tame the beast in man—it is our comfort and hope.”

Opportunities for Musical Growth The club extends this “hope” to all who seek it. One way it does this is through its scholarship programs, the Kiki Thomaidis Piano, WMC Vocal, WMC Instrumental and Senior Scholarship competitions. Musicians up to age 19 who live or study music in Prince William are eligible, with applications available through the member newsletter and the club website.

“Music provides an avenue for developing an appreciation for beauty in our fast-paced daily schedules,” said Bailey. “To experience the arts promotes harmony, beauty, and a sense of well-being not only for the performers but for the audience as well.”

Through its free concerts and resources for musicians, this is the gift that Woodbridge Music Club gives the community. A place of music. A place of beauty.

Author Audrey Harman has lived in Woodbridge since 1988. She has a B.A. in English and Spanish from Hollins University and an M.A. in Publications Design from the University of Baltimore.

Harman also works as an instructional designer, and as a long-time violinist and bassist, she loves learning about musical opportunities in Prince William. She can be reached at aharman@princewilliamliving.com or through audreyharman.com.

Attend a Performance View the 2015 concert schedule, along with scholarship application deadlines, at WoodbridgeMusicClub.org. You can also “like” the club’s Facebook page for updates.

Upcoming performances include: Feb. 8, 5:00 pm Student Recital St. Paul United Methodist Church 1400 G Street, Woodbridge Feb. 21, 7:00 pm Saturday Evening Concert Featuring Elaine and Paul Brady, Piano Westminster at Lake Ridge Retirement Center 12191 Clipper Drive, Woodbridge Feb. 27-28 VFMC/NFMC Festival: Special Circumstance & Piano Manassas Baptist Church 8800 Sudley Road, Manassas prince william living February 2015 | 11

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GEOCACHING The Treasure Hunt All Around You

By Peter Lineberry | Photos by Sean Floars

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t's a chilly morning in Woodbridge, and Christopher Gaida and I are standing on the corner of N 38º40'41" and W 77º20'58", according to his Global Positioning System (GPS) device. Local residents may know it better as the intersection of Prince William Parkway and Ridgefield Road.

My mission this day—to experience the nascent adventure known as geocaching and to find my first cache (pronounced cash)— begins across the street, in front of the Prince William County government center. Chris, who moved here from Alexandria a year and a half ago, has already found hundreds of caches throughout the area and agreed to be my Sacagawea. I bundled up my jacket, breathing in the spirit of both Lewis and Clark, and then the hunt was on.

different locations. Geocaching often combines educational aspects and/or puzzle solving to reach the target, making it a high-tech companion of activities such as letterboxing—think caching with clues and rubber stamps instead of a GPS. In Prince William, most caches are secreted in parks or wooded areas, but sometimes where you might least expect: schoolyards, libraries, the grounds of the Manassas Museum. When taken as a whole, the numbers are staggering, especially to those unaware of the hobby's existence ("muggles," in geocachers' parlance): roughly 500 caches in Prince William, 16,000 in Virginia, over a million in the United States, and 2.5 million around the world, on every continent—yes, even Antarctica.

Global Hide-and-Seek At the turn of the century, geocaching was neither a word nor even a concept. That changed in May 2000 when a shift in U.S. policy allowed personal GPS receivers to display much more accurate readings than before. According to geocaching.com, the first cache—then called a stash—was hidden in the Oregon woods the next day. Its coordinates were posted in a newsgroup, and within a few days two people had found the stash and a new game was born.

At its most basic, the game involves using a handheld GPS tracker (available at most electronics or outdoor retailers) or smartphone to find caches that others have hidden, relying on the GPS coordinates and perhaps a hint. The object of the search is a container which holds a logbook or paper to record one's success, and sometimes small trinkets that can be traded or moved to 12 | February 2015 prince william living

A Global Positioning System device is often essential to finding a geocache in this modern-day treasure hunt.

When you find a geocache, make sure to sign the enclosed logbook, and report your success online too.

Congratulations! You're no longer a muggle. Take a toy, leave a toy, or just pat yourself on the back.

"Geocaching draws me outdoors to places I might not otherwise have visited," said Michael Schwandt, public relations director for the Northern Virginia Geocaching Organization (NoVAGO). "[It's] a game with enough variety that you can make it fit your interests fairly easily. The cost of entry is quite low, especially if you have a smartphone already. You can download an app for free and gather the necessary information to seek your first cache with only a few minutes of preparation."

Respecting the Environment

Most geocachers in the region belong to NoVAGO and honor its commitment to family-friendly recreation. Manassas Geocachers are the local offshoot with about 45 members on its Facebook page.

Led by local father-daughter team Gene and Andrea, the group meets once a month to share their latest expeditions and plan new ones.

"I have made many good friends and I have learned a lot from my time geocaching. I have been to lots of parks, driven on many back roads, and have visited so many obscure monuments because of this sport," said Gaida, adding, "I also learned the hard way how to identify poison ivy."

Through either his home computer or smartphone, Chris types in his location and a range of nearby caches quickly appear. They usually are identified by a name (which often serves as a subtle hint), as well as a rating of their difficulty to find and the difficulty of the terrain which one must cross to reach it. It's a matter of following the compass after that, unless there are other specified steps. Once he is close, Chris relies on what he calls his "geosense,” or, "Where would I hide something around here?"

"I probably dream about this stuff," he said. "I'm an addict in a way." He sees himself as a "numbers guy," someone dedicated to finding as many caches as possible. "When I open my map, I don't want to see anything in Prince William County that I haven't [already] gotten."

As a rule, geocachers respect both the land and those that are responsible for its care. While hunting in a public park, they are careful to not disturb the flora or fauna, or intrude on other park visitors. "Cache In, Trash Out" is a common creed.

Through a permit issued to NoVAGO, Prince William Forest National Park in Triangle allows 12 caches within its boundaries.

All of them are near existing trails and relate to park history. "[NoVAGO] does a good job of making sure that people understand what the regulations are," said Cynthia Sirk-Fear, chief ranger for the park.

"The geocaching community has come a long way since it first began," added park deputy superintendent George Liffert. "They want a reputation for doing the right thing. Those that do it the proper way promote a good relationship with the land manager."

Caches hidden in Prince William County Parks—and there are plenty—must receive advance permission from the Department of Parks and Recreation. Rather than physical containers, Manassas National Battlefield has a few “virtual caches,” in which completion requires answering a question or taking a picture.

The Hunt, Part 2 Our morning expedition first brought us to the pentagon-shaped memorial fountain in front of the McCoart Administration Building. This multi-part challenge was created by NoVAGO member and Chris's compatriot Kirk Yeager in 2010, and has remained in place ever since.

Accessing the geocaching app on Chris's phone, we answered a few observational questions based on our surroundings. Plugging in (continues on page 33) prince william living February 2015 | 13

giving back

LEADERSHIP Prince William Inspiring Greatness

By Rebecca Barnes and Emily Guerrero

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eadership Prince William (LPW) is like a pebble dropped into a still pond. While relatively small, the nonprofit sends ripples of positive change through the community, bettering the people who go through its programs and in turn, the lives that they each touch.

Launched in 2007, Leadership began with its Signature Leadership Class—a 10-month session where adult participants learn about cornerstones of the community such as economic development, arts, public safety and workforce development. They also learn about themselves, and complete a hands-on community project that the class collectively selects.

For each class, Leadership selects a class of 35 from among dozens of applications. Applicants must have personal and professional recommendations, demonstrated community involvement and an essay. Sessions kick off in September, with a weekend retreat in Shenandoah National Park. This is followed by monthly meetings which often feature presentations and field trips.

“LPW provides an experiential learning environment. … with a different community focus topic and environment serving as a context for the experience [each month],” said Mark Shaaber, Leadership’s incoming chairman of the board. “It is virtually impossible not to come away with a very fulfilling and much greater understanding of yourself, others and the community.”

“I think LPW provides three key opportunities,” said Bentz. “One, the chance to learn about your own community in a much deeper and more detailed way, two, the chance to connect with amazing people you probably would never meet otherwise and three, the chance to find your unique leadership role—at work, at home and in our community.”

Following graduation, alumni join a network of business and community leaders committed to the Prince William community.

They are encouraged to remain active in Leadership through Leadership’s committees, Board of Regents and various community service projects.

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Leadership Prince William Executive Director Kathy Bentz speaks at a LPW commencement ceremony.

Over time, LPW has expanded its offerings to include alumni events, service projects and recently-added youth leadership programs. The small organization, staffed only by Bentz and a program coordinator, has also given life to several wider community initiatives, such as the Prince William Food Council and Northern Virginia Veterans Association.

Cultivating Collaboration According to the group’s website, Leadership Prince William was the brainchild of business and community leaders who “recognized the need for an organization that could develop, nurture and inspire leaders from all areas of our community—corporate,

LPW team-building exercises include a project where each class member recreates a section of a photo. Put together, the pieces form an artistic rendering of a local landmark.

government and non-profit; county, cities and towns; all ages and demographic backgrounds.” Founding partners include George Mason University, Micron Technology and Prince William Chamber of Commerce.

“LPW strives deliberately to represent the community it serves.

People from all walks of life are welcome to apply and reapply for limited space each year,” said Shaaber.

Class of 2010 graduate Jim Aram described how becoming more familiar with people from outside of his regular social and business circles changed his perspective. “I was guilty of operating within my own silos,” said Aram. “Being in healthcare, I knew that world but was quick to criticize those working in other fields—i.e., the government should do this, the schools should do that…Having gone through [Leadership Prince William] I was able to expand my horizons and gain a deeper understanding of how our community operates as a whole.”

This greater understanding of the parts that make the whole, and the sense that “we’re all in this together,” is core to the program’s success. “LPW has the potential to be a bridge for leaders of otherwise separate organizations, interests and initiatives. The resulting collaborative leadership opportunity will allow the community to identify efficiencies and needs while eliminating duplication of effort resulting in a better quality of life,” said Shaaber.

Spurring New Initiatives With a successful model for adults in place, Leadership Prince William turned its eye to the next generation of leaders. For its project, the Class of 2014 took on the development of youth programs.

“I remember the class being overwhelmed with the project,” said Leadership Chairman and 2011 graduate Jason Hickman, who gave guidance to the class. “However, by the end of year, the Class

of 2014 had provided LPW with the Summer Youth Camp, the Youth Mentoring Program and the Youth Leadership Conference.”

Students get a taste of the Signature Leadership Class during the 10-day summer camp, which is based at Youth for Tomorrow in Bristow. Campers are introduced to community issues through presentations, hands-on activities and field-trips. During the school year, the mentoring program connects middle school students with Leadership alumni, who meet with them during a lunchtime program.

The youth programs “help nurture and engage the next generation of leaders,” said Bentz.

LPW has been the catalyst for other new community programs as well. “The Greater Prince William Food Council would not be in existence today if not for the connections made during my time with LPW,” Northern Virginia Family Services Director of Anti-Hunger Programs Pam Ryan, a 2014 Leadership graduate, said. “Many of [my classmates] were either working in a field that involved providing services to members of the PWC community facing food-insecurity, or, who were interested in the issue of hunger.”

The council held its first meeting in September 2014 and has already connected Manassas City and Manassas Park Public Schools to the Capital Area Food Bank, which will help provide after school meals to students. Council members are also creating a database of emergency food providers that Ryan said will “enable the sharing of best practices, resources, and funding opportunities.”

The Northern Virginia Veterans Association (previously the Prince William Veterans Council) also has its roots in Leadership Prince William, where Shaaber had an epiphany that led to its creation.

Bentz recounted that a session “connected all of his passions— veterans issues, the cultural arts and community life.” (continues on page 17) prince william living February 2015 | 15

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Growing Personally, And Beyond “Our individual alumni have gone on to do incredible things, starting their own businesses, creating local nonprofits to serve community needs, holding elected office, serving on boards for community organizations,” said Bentz.

Attending the Class of 2010 changed her own career path. “I owned a successful local business for more than a dozen years and thought I would do that forever. … When the LPW job became available in 2013, I decided to follow my passion and apply for the executive director's position. Now I have the great fortune to do the job of a lifetime for an incredible organization,” she said, adding that alumni often describe Leadership as “life-changing.”

“The relationships I have established … both personally and professionally … have had a great impact on my ability to be effective in both my ‘day job,’” said Ryan. “It is rare that I have a question that cannot be answered by one of my LPW colleagues, either directly, or by being referred to someone they know.”

“I've gained knowledge not only about my community but also about myself as a person and as a leader,” said Eric Williams, Class of 2014.

Looking Towards the Future Much as it encourages growth in its students, Leadership Prince William itself is always evolving. Bentz noted that the Board recently approved a new mission statement: Engage and inspire individuals, organizations and alumni to enrich the community through collaborative leadership.

“The new words better describe the reason the organization exists and that is to bring the Prince William community together,” she explained.

Looking to the future, Hickman predicted, “LPW will continue to impact, inspire and influence children and adults in PWC and beyond in positive ways.”

LPW is accepting applications for its Signature Leadership Class of 2015 through June 15. To learn more, visit leadershipprincewilliam.org, which also lists upcoming events and information on Leadership Prince William’s youth programs.

Prince William Living publisher Rebecca Barnes is a 2008 graduate and past chair of Leadership Prince William.

Lake Ridge resident Emily Guerrero is editor in chief of PWL and owner of Mightier Than Communications.

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MDR Strategies Helping Clients Invest in Human Capital

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ith a 37-year career in the United States Army that included serving as commanding general of Army Recruiting Command in Fort Knox, Ky., and deputy chief of staff for the Department of the Army, Personnel and Human Resources, Lt. Gen. Michael Rochelle knows a thing or two about human resources. Following his 2009 retirement from the military, Rochelle went on to form MDR Strategies, LLC, building upon his expertise in strategic human capital planning and executive coaching skills.

Based out of Manassas, the firm offers services such as executive coaching, mentoring program development and strategic planning to both public and private clients. Prince William Living reached out to Rochelle to learn more about human resources consulting and how these services can positively impact other businesses.

PWL: As you transitioned out of the Army, what was the process that led you to open MDR Strategies?

Rochelle: As I began the transition process, I consulted with a number of senior management personnel in trying to decide whether I would enter the corporate world or go into business for myself. During this time, one of the managers that I consulted with gave me the best advice that I continue to share with others. He told me, “Whether you intend to work for yourself or others, incorporate yourself…to take advantage of the publishing opportunities or consulting opportunities that would inevitably come up.” In the end, the desire to have autonomy and independence was the deciding factor.

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Lt. Gen. Michael Rochelle founded Manassas-based MDR Strategies, LLC following a 37-year military career.

the midst of discussions with a CEO, it occurred to me that what he was really asking for or needing from me was to be coached. It was the first time that coaching had entered my thoughts for my business.

I was thoroughly intrigued by the possibility and what coaching, mentoring and training would look like in the civilian world. I found that there were a lot of coaches that did not have formal certification, but I felt that certification was important. I attended George Mason’s internationally accredited coach training program.

PWL: What types of services does MDR Strategies offer?

Rochelle: MDR Strategies offers a variety of human resource related services from executive search to executive and leadership coaching, and strategic organizational planning and strategic human capital planning.

The bulk of our business comes under the heading “Strategic Human Capital Consulting,” which is, essentially, having the right people in the right jobs, and with the appropriate skills, to achieve strategic goals. Every organization has a full spectrum of talent and many organizations can use help strategically aligning teams and talents to be their most effective. For example, we help organizations view their team’s performance through a lens of intellectual and human capacity. We can provide managers insight into their teams and assessments for existing staff to identify strengths and gaps. It is not just enough to fill a slot to have work completed.

In providing leadership coaching, we can help develop a depth in management that will help prepare the organization for its next generation of leadership.

PWL: What are the most common reasons that businesses seek assistance from a company like yours?

Rochelle: Regardless of the organization size or type, we are generally contacted when an organization faces a management challenge in which they have already invested resources trying to solve a problem. For example, there is an old military expression, “tired eyes,” meaning you have been looking at a problem for so long, it has become an accepted part of the fabric.

It’s easy to envision a process or procedure which has evolved over time, a process that may have been quite appropriate when it was initially conceived, but which has been rendered unnecessary or even detrimental in the current environment. Safety investigations frequently highlight such practices. However, because leaders and managers can no longer see such practices discreetly, they can be said to have acquired “tired eyes.”

Occasionally, the management problem lends itself to leadership or executive coaching and vice versa. However, the issues have to be addressed through different lenses and can’t be handled simultaneously.

PWL: You told me about your involvement with George Mason’s Leadership Legacy program. Are you involved with Leadership Prince William as well?

Rochelle: For the past two years, I have been working with Leadership Arlington and have donated four coaching sessions each year to the program. It occurred to me that there is currently not a coaching program in place with Leadership Prince William, and I have reached out to Leadership Prince William to offer them the same services that I have been providing in Arlington.

Giving back to my community is important to me. In addition to those services that I donate in Arlington, I also offer, on a limited, pro bono basis, transition coaching to those going through major life transitions. Some examples of major transitions include those transitioning out of the military, graduating college and entering the workforce, as well as senior military personnel re-entering civilian life.

PWL: What would you say to those executives or business owners who might be hesitant to employ services such as yours?

Rochelle: In today’s economic climate, where resources are constrained, it takes a certain amount of courage and vision to invest in the intellectual capital of an organization.

As organizations become leaner in order to remain competitive, many have not brought back talent that was lost during the recession. The remaining employees are more versatile and valuable. Investing in human capital can help shape the next generation of leadership within the organization and sustain the business through its next phase.

If anyone has questions about whether they could benefit from these services, they should contact our office for a consultation. I can be reached via email at mdr1@mdrstrategies.com or via our website at www.mdrstrategies.com.

Tracy Shevlin is a native Virginian and long-time Manassas resident. She is a full-time administrative assistant and part-time student at George Mason University, completing her degree in Business Communication.

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Share the Love Story by Kristina Schnack Kotlus | Photos by Amanda Causey Baity

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inter can get real boring, real quick. It's gray, it's cold, it's miserable. Kids are just hoping for a snow day, and parents are just hoping for the forecast to be wrong so they won't have to call the backup sitter list. Even Olaf the Snowman is dreaming about Miami Beach.

This time of year, holidays kind of fizzle out on us, too. Christmas is a big deal, Halloween is serious fun, the 4th of July has fireworks, and who doesn't love sparkly things exploding in the sky? But what does mid-winter offer? There's Presidents’ Day, so you can't do your banking, and Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Day, while inspirational, is mainly marked by oratorical contests.

Then there's Valentine's Day, bane of single people everywhere and stress-inducing for most couples as they struggle to come up with another gift idea so close to the holidays.

Well, I'm reclaiming Valentine's Day, here and now. One of our favorite activities in late October is "Boo-ing" our neighbors. We leave little treats and a "You've Been Booed" note for them to hang up on their window, and we ask them to pass on the fun by booing someone else. It's always so much fun to know that someone is thinking happy thoughts in your general direction.

This year, I'd like to challenge you and your family to “Share the Love”. You don't have to put on wings and a Cupid diaper—just bake some cookies or make homemade Valentine’s cards, and head out to tag some neighbors, the local retirement home, a favorite teacher, or anyone else you can come up with, with a special surprise.

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Go to pwliving.com to download printable "Share the Love" tags you can add to goodies before giving them out to friends, neighbors and others whose day you decide to brighten.

their favorites to repost on the magazine’s Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram pages. At the end of the month, one lucky reader will receive a prize package full of goodies provided by local businesses. (Look for details on pwliving.com under “Contests and Awards.”)

I can't wait to see all the creative ways that you #ShareTheLovePWL. And, if you know me in real life, start crossing your fingers that my note ends up on your door. I make awesome cookies! (continues on page 20)

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Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Mix the first five ingredients until well-combined, and then add the flour. Once the cookies are well-mixed, add the chopped cherries and mix to combine. Roll the cookies into one-inch balls and bake on a parchmentlined baking sheet, denting each cookie in the center with your thumb before baking. After 14 minutes, remove the cookies and place a Kiss in the center of each cookie while it's still warm. Allow to cool completely before packaging.

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Share The Love...A Real-Life Tag We have created a custom #SharetheLovePWL tag that you can download from our website and print at home. There are a ton of ways to use it as you surprise people in the community with random acts of kindness this February.

Here at Prince William Living, we used a Xyron machine to turn the gift tag into a sticker which we then placed on paper CD sleeves filled with homemade cookies. With a handwritten note on the back, this makes for a one-of-a-kind way to lift the recipient’s spirits. Of course, you can also just print the tags on regular printer paper and use a glue stick to get the same effect.

Another idea—Share The Love cupcake wrappers. Bake cupcakes or muffins, wrap in plastic wrap and affix the tag to the back. If you’re not a baker, have no fear. Just a quick, sincere note written on the back of the tag will be enough to make somebody feel special.

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n Kitchen: If your faucet is showing its age or is just plain outdated, then now is a great time to replace it with a new one that will last for years and instantly update the room. Minimal knowledge of water lines is needed. If you need some guidance before starting this project, check online for instructions and how-to videos.

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By Olivia Overman | Photos by Linda Hughes hen a fire caused Carmello’s, a well-regarded eatery in Old Town Manassas, to shut its doors for renovations in 2010, the owners rethought their business model, adding 1,700 square feet to the rear of the restaurant. When they reopened, this new space was launched as Monza.

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Now, the two restaurants share kitchen space, restrooms and other resources. “It’s situated right next to Carmello’s, so [guests] can access Monza’s from Carmello’s and vice versa,” said owner Alice Pires.

Still, there’s noticeable differences between them. Pires described Monza as a more casual concept of its predecessor, which has been a local fixture since 1987. The newer restaurant has more high-top tables, boasts flat-screen TVs and doesn’t have a linen tablecloth in sight. It has a slightly hipper vibe than “big sister,” but reflects the same heritage and commitment to quality as the more formal Carmello’s.

“I’m Portuguese, so Portuguese flavor and cuisine is a central part of the menu[s],” she said, describing Monza as a “Mediterranean bistro with Portuguese and Italian influences.”

Plentiful Food and Drink “Brick-oven pizza was unique in Old Town Manassas at the time of our opening. It’s still one of the most popular dishes,” said Pires of Monza’s signature dish. The toppings remain unique.

Countryman comes layered with prosciutto, goat cheese, arugula and fig compote. Hawaiian pizza also gets a twist, with the inclusion of pulled pork and cilantro.

This attention to quality ingredients in interesting combinations is not lost on customers. Sarah Cioffi, who works nearby, is a fan.

“Everybody at the table got pizza, so that says it all,” she said. “I have come here with girlfriends during the summer, that’s when it’s really good because I sit outside and have wine and catch up with girlfriends. That’s when it’s the best.”

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Monza owner Alice Pires said that the menu reflects her family's Portuguese heritage.

Portuguese sausage with onions, black olives and crostini) to The Italiano ciabatta (sopressata, prosciutto, spicy coppa salami, lettuce, tomato, red onions, banana peppers, mozzarella and pesto mayo).

The menu also offers appetizers such as Oysters Rockefeller (from the Rappahannock River), sesame-crusted ahi tuna and calamari. These options, as well as the other offerings, are the creations of Wilmer Marquez, executive chef of both establishments. Seafood is a speciality of his. Marquez, a resident of Manassas, has been with the company for 16 years, starting at Carmello’s.

The pan-seared Atlantic salmon comes nestled in a bed of sautéed seasonal vegetables and roasted red pepper coulis.

Tortellini Crema Rosa features cheese tortellini, a cream marina sauce, mushrooms and chicken.

While Monza does not generally have weekly dining specials, it does offer drink specials. “Monday we have flavored martinis for $5 all night,” Pires said. “Milky Way is the most popular flavored drink, followed by Key Lime Pie, Ruby Red and Pineapple Upside Down Cake. We also serve sangria.” The sangria is sometimes made differently from the norm, with strawberries and blackberries added to white wine, fresh mint and basil.

and now embrace the newer member of this restaurant family.

“We love the beer and wine selection here, and the food is really good too. We enjoy everything here,” said Katie.

With more than 100 craft beers available—a dozen on tap—beer lovers will have no trouble finding something to their liking, too.

Beers such as Sagres (a Portuguese beer), Lagunitas Pils (a Czechstyle Pilsner), London Pride, Guinness Stout, Devil’s Backbone and Dogfish Head are just some of the imported and regional favorites from which to choose.

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Asked how often they frequent Monza, the Finleys said once a week. “We own a business in town, plus while our children attend religious education, we enjoy our Sunday date night,” Katie explained.

Part of the Neighborhood Both Monza and Carmello’s are charitable supporters of local organizations and causes. “Just recently we did a breast cancer awareness campaign, donating 10 percent of our pizza sales to the American Cancer Society. We raised over $1,000,” said Pires. “We did a coat drive last year for SERVE, donating hundreds of coats.”

Customers from all demographics come to dine at Monza.

“There’s a bit of everything. At lunch and happy hour, we get business and local professionals. At dinner we get families and couples, and a younger crowd in the later evenings for the bar and live music,” said Pires.

During the holidays, patrons received a $10 gift card when they donated to the restaurants’ toy drive benefiting children served by CASA Children’s Intervention Services. Carmello’s and Monza also donate food for CASA’s Evening Under the Stars each year, the largest fundraiser for this organization that acts as an advocate for abused and neglected children.

The music is drawn from the immediate area. “We have a local agency that helps us source and find local musicians. We offer a variety of music from soft rock, ‘80s, ‘70s, the Beatles, etc.

Sometimes we do more upbeat tunes for dancing, like at our New Year’s Eve dinner,” said Pires.

“We are not only running a business in this community; this is where my friends and family are,” said Pires. “It’s important for me to make sure we’re always looking for ways to support our neighborhood, whether it be for charitable causes, our schools or our churches. [We] find a way to give back, always.”

Musicians play indoors November to April, and on the patio from May to October.

Located at 9405 Battle Street, Manassas, Monza is open from 11:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Sunday to Wednesday and 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. Thursday to Saturday. Reservations are not required and seating is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Visit eatmonza.com for more information.

Some of the featured artists in 2014 included singer/guitarists Tommy Gann and David Andrew Smith, as well as the funkrock combo Pebble to Pearl. The restaurant keeps a list of upcoming performers on its Facebook page, under the events tab.

Local couple and business owners Tony and Katie Finley have been coming here from the days when there was only Carmello’s,

A graduate of American University’s School of Communication, Olivia Overman writes articles for online and print publications.

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ith the average U.S. life expectancy estimated at 80.1 years, seniors may decide to work well beyond age 65 for extra income or to stave off boredom. What kind of “second career” is possible for a senior citizen?

Retirees today have a number of opportunities, such as turning expertise into a consulting job, working parttime, starting a business or volunteering. Let’s take a closer look at the possibilities.

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Become a consultant. Many retired professionals turn their past into thriving consulting businesses, often continuing to provide services to their former employers. Others gain clients by blogging about their field. Speaking engagements, seminars and webinars are additional ways they can share information, bringing in income and continue to have professional and intellectual stimulation.

Find a part-time job. If retirees can find part-time work in their field of expertise, they may be rewarded with betterthan-average compensation. Some seniors choose to earn another degree or certification in a new field. Or, they may take a low stress, entry-level job—bagging groceries or becoming a barista to stay busy and line their pockets with a little extra cash.

Start a small business. Many sellers on sites such as eBay and Etsy are people who have turned their hobbies of collecting or crafting into thriving businesses. Retirees may now find they have the time to pursue selling collectibles or handmade treasures.

Volunteer. While donating time and skills to a favorite nonprofit won’t pad anyone’s pocketbook, such work can be rewarding and meaningful. Volunteering time can enrich anyone’s life and benefit the community in important ways.

The point of working in retirement is not to replicate a 40plus hour work week—retirees have been there and done that. Ideally, a retirement career is about staying active and engaged in ways that keep the spirit young.

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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Feb. 1 | 2 - 3 p.m.

Central Community Library 8601 Mathis Avenue, Manassas There are many kinds of super bowls and this one is filled with ice cream and toppings. Before the big game, come and enjoy a Super Sundae with the fabulous Sunday staff!

Summer Parks & Pool Teen Job and Volunteer Fair

Feb. 3 | 7 - 8:30 p.m.

Bull Run Regional Library 8051 Ashton Avenue, Manassas A summer job and volunteer fair for teens aged 14 years and up. Public and private employers from local parks and pools will be on hand to make presentations about their summer needs and to talk with interested teens. There will also be representatives from organizations needing summer volunteers. For 14 -18 years old. No reservations required.

Arlo Guthrie: Alice's Restaurant: 50th Anniversary Tour Feb. 6 | 8 p.m.

Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas This legendary folk singer-songwriter returns to the Hylton Center to commemorate the 50th anniversary of his iconic song, “Alice’s Restaurant.” For more info visit hyltoncenter.org.

Historic Occoquan Chocolate Walk

Feb. 7 | 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Town of Occoquan Enjoy grazing through Historic Occoquan tasting chocolate goodies in over 35 shops, plus the chance to win a String of Freshwater Dyed Chocolate Cultured Pearls.

Liberia Basement to Attic Tours

Feb. 7 & 21 | Noon Liberia Plantation 8601 Portner Avenue, Manassas Learn more about the diverse people who

inhabited Liberia during Black History Month tours. The tour will include the grounds, basement, first floor, second floor and the attic. All ages. $15/person. For more info visit manassasmuseum.org.

“Mission To Tokyo” by Robert F. Dorr–Author Book Talk Feb. 8 | 2 - 3 p.m.

Central Community Library 8601 Mathis Avenue, Manassas Local author Robert F. Dorr will discuss the experiences of American airmen in the Pacific and his own experience researching and writing about them. His talk is drawn from his book, “Mission to Tokyo.” He’ll share new insights into the final months of the allies' war against Japan, including the March 10, 1945, firebombing of the Japanese capital.

African American Genealogy: Tracking Ancestors Before the Civil War Feb. 11 | 2 - 3:30 p.m.

Bull Run Regional Library 8051 Ashton Avenue, Manassas Tracing African American families’ history prior to 1865 can be difficult. There are special challenges to finding documentation during the age of slavery.

RELIC’s Don Wilson will identify sources that can be used and demonstrate the process through a case study approach.

Registration required, contact RELIC at relic2@pwcgov.org or 703-792-4540.

Rainbow Puppets presents: Follow Me! Feb. 14 | 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Potomac Community Library 2201 Opitz Boulevard, Woodbridge Join the Rainbow Puppets in a celebration of Black History Month in a musical journey about the Tuskegee Airmen. For ages 2 and up. Please pick up a free ticket for this program beginning January 31. Each person attending must have a ticket.

American Festival Pops Orchestra: Valentine’s Day Pops Feb. 14 | 8 p.m.

Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas

American Festival Pops Orchestra presents a special Valentine’s Day program with some of the world’s most timeless love songs and romantic standards from the Great American Songbook. For more info and tickets visit hyltoncenter.org.

The American Invasion of Canada During the American Revolution Feb. 17 | 7 - 8:30 p.m.

Bull Run Regional Library 8051 Ashton Avenue, Manassas Local military historian Ron Mayer will describe this unusual campaign of the American Revolution which included Virginia’s Daniel Morgan and his Riflemen. Registration required - email relic2@pwcgov.org to register.

Teen Summer Job Workshop Feb. 19 | 7 - 8:30 p.m.

Chinn Park Regional Library 13065 Chinn Park Drive, Woodbridge A chance for teens to learn tips & techniques for finding summer employment. Meet a representative of the Prince William Park Authority and other business representatives that employee teens in the summer. A free, drop-in program.

No registration required.

Capitol Steps Feb. 21 | 7 - 9 p.m.

Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas Musical comedy troupe, Capitol Steps, create and perform their own bipartisan song parodies and skits pulled directly from the political headlines of the day.

The show will help raise funds for the Rotary Club of Bull Run. For more info and tickets visit hyltoncenter.org.

Free Book Talk– Gene Schmiel Feb. 22 | 2 - 3 p.m.

Manassas Museum 9101 Prince William Street, Manassas Free book talk with author Gene Schmiel on his book “Citizen General” about Civil War general Jacob Dolson Cox. For more info visit manassasmuseum.org

Have an event? Visit princewilliamliving.com/events to submit details to our online calendar.

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Begin your romantic evening with a trip to one of the two area wineries. The Winery at Bull Run is located in nearby Centreville, and adjacent to Manassas National Battlefield. At this local delight, you can purchase a delicious 2012 Merlot or a 2013 Petit Manseng guaranteed to help set the mood. Or, head to Haymarket to visit the Winery at La Grange where you can select a savory 2011 Fletcher’s Chardonnay to bring home, barrel-aged nine months in French oak.

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Or, if you’re east of Prince William Parkway, stop by Bistro L’Hermitage located off Occoquan Road. This award-winning restaurant is dedicated to serving delicious French cuisine and the heavenly entrees combined with attentive service make it a perfect Valentine’s Day dinner destination.

After dinner, make your way to the Hylton Performing Arts Center for a special rendition of Valentine Day’s Pops by the American Festival Pops Orchestra (Feb. 14, 8 p.m.). If theater is more enticing, check out the Center for the Arts at the Candy Factory in downtown Manassas.

These are just a few ways you can spend a special evening in Prince William and Manassas. You can find more information about local Valentine’s Day activities on our event calendar at discoverpwm.com.

Ann Marie Maher is the President/CEO of Discover Prince William & Manassas. For more information about what’s going on in Prince William and Manassas, visit DiscoverPWM.com.

Mindfulness Meditation with Bridget Doyle Feb. 25 | 3 - 5 p.m. e Yoga Connection 9126 Center Street, Manassas Participants will learn simple meditation techniques to explore the meaning of mindfulness and learn how to use it to help cope with stress, anxiety, difficult emotions, pain and illness. Advance registration is advised.

Business Awards 2015 Feb. 25 | 6 - 9 p.m.

Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas Spend an evening with movers and innovators of Prince William as the Prince William Chamber of Commerce recognizes the stars of our business community. Tickets required and include cocktail reception with cash bar, dinner and ceremony. For more info visit pwchamber.org.

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By Deedee Corbitt Sauter I am sick. I know exactly when I acquired my illness. My favorite youngest child coughed. He coughed mid-sentence, right toward my face. While I was also speaking. Directly into my mouth.

Thus began a long-lasting relationship between a germ and me. As beautiful as relationships can be, when steroids and antibiotics and inhalers and cough medicine and humidifiers came between us, we eventually had to break up. Before we went our separate ways, I introduced that germ to my mother-in-law, my husband and my favorite oldest son. My family was now infected.

Throughout my illness, I yearned for my family to give me space and alone time while I suffered. I coughed, sniffed and moaned all while in the coziness of my own room under the soft mounds of a feather comforter.

My family responded differently though. After being infected, they communicated with low-toned, gravelly voices that are apparently the universal sign for illness, while simultaneously verbalizing their illness.

Their condition might have eluded me if they had failed to update me every 10 minutes. Their coughs often end with extra grunts and retching noises that don’t seem possible outside of a Hollywood horror movie.

They demand attention and snot-filled cuddles. Warm soup, tepid ginger ale and cold packs are requested on an infinite rotating basis.

Even though I know the exact moment I started this endless loop of germ sharing (the moment of the cough), I have been told that the reason I got sick was because I failed to wear socks while standing in the driveway.

Cotton or moisture- wicking clothing covering the toes is apparently more important than getting a flu shot or washing one’s hands.

Because I chose to walk outside in 40-degree weather without shoes, I am the sole cause of all the illness in my family. Perhaps the world.

Germs may have little to do with transmission and spread of illnesses.

And according to some of my friends, there is indeed a cure for the cold which science has yet to reveal. It involves layers of scarves, vitamin C, vitamin E, zinc, menthol, soup, essential oils and, of course, socks.

If I had only worn socks, I would not have had to worry about all of the treatments. My family would not be lying prone on the living room floor gasping for air and attention, flopping back and forth, fighting for blankets and pillows.

Ten minutes of silence is all that is necessary to rejuvenate me for the next task. In a day filled with 1,440 minutes, 10 does not seem unreasonable. Just impossible.

“...I have been told that the reason I got sick was because I failed to wear socks while standing in the driveway. ” When I get ill, I stagger to the back of the house and stumble into my darkened bedroom. Sometimes I turn on the TV, but usually just slip under the covers and release my cares to the wind.

I don’t care if they eat or wear clean clothes; in fact, I don’t care if they wear any clothes. I don’t care if they are watching every violent movie ever made while simultaneously playing bloodthirsty video games purchased while I was slipping into my mucous-filled coma. Piles of candy, chips and Pop Tarts can be their sustenance, washed down with sweet, sweet colas and Kool-Aid. Nothing matters to me. I request only silence, which is the only thing I don’t get.

But my family is different. They need the world to understand their misery on a molecular level. War-torn countries have fewer problems than they do, and sharing their level of suffering is the priority, not sleep, and definitely not quiet.

How can members of the same family react so amazingly differently to such similar situations?

Most importantly, after living with me, how do they not understand the importance of being alone?

After evaluating all of the treatments out there for the cold, flu and gastrointestinal bug, there is only one that I am sure is effective: Socks, and maybe scarves.

If I could prevent the germ from entering my house by protectively covering my feet and neck, I would be able to focus on bigger problems, like solving world hunger, which is just a step above the horrors of family colds, apparently.

The pets, all three cats and the dog, sensing a disturbance in the force, suddenly demanded extra petting and treats and continuously press their wet noses against me, thereby decreasing my patience even more with each little push.

Regardless, I now recognize that preventing the spread of viruses during flu season seems like an easy task, especially compared to trying to get some quiet time.

My throat was raw, not from the replicating virus housed in the moist darkness, but from repeatedly telling my family to please give me peace.

DeeDee Corbitt Sauter is a resident of Northern Virginia. Her column, “Tambourines and Elephants,” appears monthly in Prince William Living. prince william living February 2015 | 35

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