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News, Page 3Whitman ToPresent ‘Amadeus’SurvivingTogetherNews, Page 5Storm ConditioningSports, Page 8News, Page 3PERMIT #86February 10-16, 2010 www.ConnectionNewspapers.comVolume LIV, Number 6PRSRT STDU.S. PostagePAIDSeven-year-old Ilana Trembisky claims a snow mountain fort forthe United States after the weekend snowstorm ended.Martinsburg, WVPhoto by Harvey Levine/The AlmanacTennis Bubbles PopAttention Postmaster:Time sensitive material.Requested in home 2-11-10Calendar, Page 6 Sports, Page 8 Classified, Page 10Potomaconlinepotomacalmanac.comPotomacatAlmanac Febuary 10-16, 2010 1
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Potomac Almanac Editor Steven Mauren703-778-9415 or Almanac@connectionnewspapers.comSee www.potomacalmanac.comNewsWeathering the Storm TogetherFaced with extended loss ofpower, residents help each other.and a hot shower for those wholost their amenities.Pepco officials have confirmedespite her power loss that Montgomery County peakedand broken trees, at 105,000 residents withoutPeggy England found power during the storm. As ofan abundance of Monday, nearly three days afterwarmth in the Feb. 5 snowstorm. the snowfall began, just underA resident to River Falls for barely 25,000 county residents were stillsix months, England said she was waiting for their service to be reastounded by the wave of help stored.“It reaches a point where youfrom neighbors who, in manycan’t stay in your house becausecases, were complete strangers.it’s just too cold,” saidWith her garageKevin Bruns, a Riverblocked by the limbsFalls resident whoseof broken pear trees,home also went darkEngland was seemfor 40 hours straight.ingly stuck in her“The frustration fromhome that lost powersomeone who’s lostfor nearly two days.Her husband out of— Peggy England power is that there’sso little new informatown,Englandtion you’re getting.”searched for a way toget her two young children out ofthe house as the internal tempera- FOR HOMEOWNERS liketure dropped below 45 degrees. Bruns, neighbors became the bestAfter posting a plea for help on her resource for information and heat.neighborhood’s email chat, En- Among other residents, Katiegland was rescued by neighbor- Coleman took initiative to openhood men armed with power the River Falls Club House with itsfunctioning electricity and offeredtools.“I was absolutely amazed and coffee, cookies and a warm placeheartened by the willingness of to convene.“Because of the outpouring ofneighbors to help neighbors,” saidEngland, who maintains her story support by people who opened upwas nothing out of the ordinary their homes to other residents, wewere pleased that there wasn’t ain the aftermath of the blizzard.But to England and many oth- great need for people to use theers who found themselves in the clubhouse,” said Coleman. “Howunprecedented and powerless ever, we were covering all bases. Icold, the help from others was ex- believe all residents who wantedtraordinary. Through the same or needed to leave their homesneighborhood email service, River were able to find a place to go.”Karen Harrison and her husbandFalls residents found over a dozenSee In This, Page 4invitations to a warm meal, bedsBy Ansley LaBarreThe AlmanacD“Neighborstook care ofneighbors.”Photo by Harvey Levine/The AlmanacA tree, laden with the weight of a 30-inch wet snow, crashes down on top of a parkedcar.The heavy snow benttrees over power linesalong Brickyard Roadon Saturday. At onepoint on Saturday,Pepco reported thatmore than 15,000 of its17,738 customers inZip Code 20854 werewithout power. Morethan 2,000 customerswere still withoutpower on Monday nightas the weather reportspredicted another 1020 inches of snow forTuesday night, after theAlmanac’s press time.Snow Pops Tennis Bubbleshe two tennis bubbles housing the indoorcourts at Potomac Tennis and Fitness Clubon Falls Road have collapsed under theweight of the weekend snowfall.Owner Jeff Wilkie confirmed both the two-courtand the five-court bubbles were torn and fell. Thebubbles are constructed from a fabric-like materialand are kept afloat by large fans. While the Clubwas able to rely on its backup generators during thepower loss to keep the fans running, Wilkie says theheavy snow shifted and caused the bubbles to popin a fashion he says is comparable to a balloon.“It’s just not designed to handle that heavy snow,”he said.Crews began work on Tuesday to dig out thebubbles before the evening’s anticipated snowfall.TThis snowplow was a welcome sight on Brickyard Road atthe height of the blizzard. Plows were just beginning todig out side roads and neighborhood streets on Mondayevening.www.ConnectionNewspapers.comTheir repairs will require patchwork and cleaningbefore the bubbles can be blown up to size again.Interior lights were also damaged in the collapse,Wilkie believes the estimated total costs will reachan excess of 100,000.Wilkie said he is hopeful the bubbles will be upand running in the next two to three weeks. He saidthe fitness center and locker rooms are still open withhot showers available to those who may still be without power, but acknowledges the tennis courts willnot be operating for some time. Wilkie says he is notaware of any tennis bubbles that have survived theweight of the accumulated snow and repairs aremanageable as a result of their design.“It’s just a set back,” he said.— Ansley LaBarrePotomac Almanac Febuary 10-16, 2010 3
LET’S TALKReal EstateNewsbyMichael MateseTRENDS INLUXURY HOMEIMPROVEMENTPART IIPotomac Village Deli CateringBreakfast Lunch Dinner Catering301 299 5770www.potomacvillagedeli.comHome improvements are up this year,especially in the luxury home arena. Lastweek we talked about the “green”improvements that are the most popularin high end real estate.Next on the list of favorite upgrades arekitchens and bathrooms. High end homesare expanding their culinary activities tomore than one kitchen. A catering kitchenfor dinner parties, a mini kitchen in themaster suite for midnight snacks, and anoutdoor kitchen for get-togethers by thepool are the latest additions to the traditional central family kitchen.Luxury bathrooms are becoming fullfledged spas with an emphasis on theshower. Multiple head rain and steamshowers include aromatherapy, and chromotherapy (colored light therapy) features to wash away stress. Outside theshower, the sky’s the limit. Luxury bathrooms are sumptuously fitted with everything from fireplaces, air-jet tubs, multimedia entertainment centers, wirelessinternet, wine coolers, smart toilets, electronic massage tables, dry saunas, tanning booths, espresso stations, and towelwarming drawers.Some of these improvements may seemextravagant, but most luxury homeownershave very active lives, and it is importantto have a stress-relieving refuge that cancomfortably support a healthy, busyschedule.parable homes, and recommendfeatures that add value to your property.For professional advice on allaspects of buying and sellingreal estate, call:MICHAEL MATESEHome of YourCorporate & ResidentialCatering HeadquartersServing theCommunityfor over35 YearsWashington w! Thousands of picturesof sports, graduations,current events and more—never published, but postedon the Web. Free forevaluation,available forprints.ConnectionNewspapers.comClick on “Photo Gallery”4 Potomac Almanac Febuary 10-16, 2010Photo by Carole Dell/The AlmanacAn Arabian horse races along in the snow near StoneyCreek Road in Potomac.In This TogetherFrom Page 3offered their spare bedroom tofriends without power, understanding the frustration after losing power for five straight daysduring a summer storm. Harrisonsays she was happy to help andbelieves the same selfless charitywould be offered to her.As the forecast calls for anotherstorm, neighbors are once againbracing for impact. Bruns says hefears the additional weight of anew snow on top of previouslydrooping limbs will bring downmore power lines and cause additional outages. But along withstocking up on necessities like foodand flashlights, the comfort ofcommunity support within RiverFalls makes the next storm a littleless foreboding.“Neighbors took care of neighbors,” said England. “A lot ofpeople were complete strangers,but it’s a wonderful amount ofhelp they were willing to give.”Cadet Makes West Point Dean’s Listadet Emily EugeniaBobenrieth, daughter ofSgt. Maj. and Mrs.Manuel Bobenrieth of Potomac,has been named to the dean’s listfor the fall semester at the U.S.Military Academy.To earn this distinction, a cadetmust maintain a 3.0 average in allcourses. The West Point curriculum offers 45 majors balancingphysical sciences and engineeringwith humanities and social sciences leading to a Bachelor of Science degree and was recentlynamed the top college in the country by Forbes Magazine.Bobenrieth graduated from Win-Cston Churchill High School in 2007and will be commissioned a second lieutenant in the U.S. Armyupon graduation at West Point.School NotesTo have an item listed mail toalmanac@connectionnewspapers.com.Deadline is Thursday at noon for the following week’s paper. Call 703-778-9412The following local students are onMarymount University’s fall 2009 dean’slist: Maria Economides, of NorthPotomac, who is majoring in Nursing Accelerated BSN Program Susan Gleason, of Potomac, whois majoring in Nursing Sarah James, of Potomac, who ismajoring in Psychology Sarah Malik, of Potomac, who ismajoring in Psychology John McConnell, of Potomac,who is majoring in Business Administration Martina Pitman, of Potomac,who is majoring in NursingLauren Sager, Class of 2013 atSkidmore College, earned highest honors for the fall semester. She is thedaughter of Mark Sager of Potomac, andMichelle Sager, also of Potomac.Claire Dufek, class of 2010 at Connecticut College and a resident ofPotomac, has been named to the Dean’sHonors for the 2009 fall semester.www.ConnectionNewspapers.com
NewsWhitman To Present ‘Amadeus’Students work on musical,psychological drama.By Susan BelfordThe Almanac“rah Blush, Andrew Dahreddine, Aidan Edelman, ItaiFarhi, Noah Gavil, Michelle Huey, Grace Laboy, JoeLilek, Haruka Nakagawa, Michael Nguyen-Mason,Emma Rackstraw, Emily Sobel, Jacob Trauberman,Kenny Wesley, Fox Williams, Alex Xourias, SammyZeisel, Brian Clarkson, Mickum Mathison, PascalCharpenrier and Ali Foreman.great mass of death! Requiem mass forWolfgang Mozart, composed by his devotedfriend, Antonio Salieri! Oh what sublimity,what depth, what passion in the music! Salieri hasbeen touched by God at last. And God is forced tolisten.”These are the words of Antonio Salieri, the maincharacter in “Amadeus,” a psychological musicaldrama based on the lives of Wolfgang AmadeusMozart and Antonio Salieri. This play of jealousy,despair and duplicity is currently scheduled to bepresented March 4, 5 and 6 by the Walt WhitmanDrama Department.The main character, Salieri, is played by Whitmansenior Noah Gavil. Told primarilythrough flashback, the story revealsthe jealousy and rage Salieri developed for Mozart. Salieri purports tobe Mozart’s ally to his face, whiledoing his best to destroy his reputation and chances of success.Salieri, a devout Catholic, cannotbelieve that God would choose togive the gifts and ability to writemasterful compositions to Mozartinstead of to him. Angrily, Salerirejects God and vows to do everything he can to destroy Mozart.AT LEAST 50 students work on the tech and production crews, volunteering their time and talent tomake certain the sets are built to the specificationsof designers Mia Tong and Will Bartlett, that the lighting is perfect and the show runs smoothly. ProducerErin Pearson, a Whitman senior, was selected throughan extensive interview process. She is in charge ofthe budget, advertising and the business side of theproduction. She has a large staff of assistants, all ofwhom help with the details of production.Although the show is based on the lives of tworeal musicians, Shaffer took many liberties with history. There may have been some conflict betweenMozart and Salieri but evidenceshows that they enjoyed a respectful relationship.Gerken states that he, too, hasdecided to take some liberties. “Weuse recorded Mozart music, but Iinfused live music by having threesopranos sing as well as a chamber orchestra play.” The lead actor, Noah Gavil, who has takenpiano lessons for eight years, willbe playing compositions on a realharpsichord.Noah said, “The part of Salieriis daunting due to the number and— Christopher Gerken length of the monologues. It hasTHE TONY award-winning playbeen a reality check, trying toby English author Peter Shaffer was entitled learn the part. I am required to constantly drill. The“Amadeus” (Mozart’s middle name) because it means entire show is from Salieri’s perspective — I feel I“beloved of ,” one of the themes of the play. Under need to really understand and delve into his emothe direction of Christopher Gerken, the play will tions and motivation in order to play him.” Noahincorporate live orchestra music, 18th century cos- has performed since he was a freshman. He acted intumes and an authentic harpsichord.“The Nerd,” “The Odd Couple,” “Into the Woods” and“This play is the most challenging that the Whitman joined the students who traveled to Scotland for theDrama Department has performed. It is a psycho- Fringe Festival. He would like to continue performlogical and spiritual musical drama that deals with a ing in college on an extra-curricular basis. However,lot of difficult concepts. There are many deep he plans to major in a science field.thought-provoking themes developed in this play,”Gerken is planning to submit “Amadeus” for theGerken said.Cappie Awards. Other Whitman productions, includThe cast of 22 were chosen by audition. Each stu- ing “Aida” and “Damn Yankees” have won these presdent had to recite a 2-and-a-half minute monologue tigious Washington D.C. High School Drama Awards.in the style of the play. At least 60 students audi- In addition, they were named the “Best High Schooltioned.Performing Group” two years ago at the Fringe Fes“Whitman has outstanding performing arts stu- tival in Scotland.dents, many with enormous talent. Some are proPerformances are scheduled to be held March 4, 5fessionally trained musicians who have acted in past and 6 at 7:30 p.m. The Whitman Box Office will beperformances. These students are able to handle col- open to purchase tickets through Feb. 20 from 6:30lege level material. Many will choose to continue in – 8:30 p.m. Tickets are 8 for students and 12 forcollege and as a career.” Gerken added.adults. Reserved seats are 20. For more informaThe students in the play are Luis Alvarado, John tion, call the box office at 301-329-6569 or visit theAn, Elena Aragon, Molly Bennett, Sasha Berger, Sa- Web site at www.Whitmandrama.com.A“These studentsare able to handlecollege levelmaterial. Many willchoose to continuein college and as acareer.”Bulletin BoardFRIDAY/FEB. 12MONDAY/FEB. 15Mongtomery Hospice GriefWorkshop: Forever Yours: AValentine’s Day Workshop forwidows, widowers and life partnerswho want to honor and remembertheir loved ones on Valentine’s Day.A workshop led by MontgomeryHospice professional counselors.1:30-3:00 p.m. MontgomeryHospice, 1355 Piccard Drive,Rockville. Registration required: 301921-4400.Children Fitness Center OpenHouse. 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Take thework out of “Work out” exergaming,climbing walls, sports walls, glowrooms. 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CalendarTo have community events listed free inThe Potomac Almanac, send e-mail toalmanac@connectionnewspapers.com.Deadline is Thursday at noon for the following week’s paper. Photos and artworkencouraged. Call 703-778-9412.WEDNESDAY/FEB. 10Job Tip Workshops. 10:30-11:30 a.m.Free. Learn how to expand contactsand how to more successfully marketoneself in today’s job market.Presented by the JSSA Employmentand Career Services. At RockvilleLibrary, 21 Maryland Ave., Rockville.To register, call 301-610-8380.THURSDAY/FEB. 11Slow Blues and Swing Dance. 911:30 p.m. Admission is 8. SlowBlues lesson from 8:15 to 9 p.m.Dancing from 9-11:30 p.m. With DJMike Marcotte and Guests. Call DonnaBarker at 301-634-2231 or go toinfo@CapitalBlues.org orwww.CapitalBlues.org. At the BackRoom, Glen Echo Park, 7300MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo.FRIDAY/FEB. 12Super Fiesta Latina Party. 8:15 p.m.to midnight. Admission is 15. Danceis hosted by Fabio and Jennifer Bonini.Lesson from 8:15 to 9 p.m. for Salsabeginners and up. Dancing from 9 p.m.to midnight. DJ Fabio Bonini plays thebest of Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, ChaCha, Reggaeton and more. At theBallroom Annex of Glen Echo Park,7300 MacArthur Blvd. in Glen Echo.Email: Jennifer@ForeverDancing.comor call 703-798-1071.Singing Our Hearts Out — AValentine’s Day Cabaret. 8 p.m.The cast is made up of 10 women whohave been principle performers onstageat American Century Theater, Factory449 Productions, Hexagon,Imagination Stage, Olney TheaterCenter, Pinky Swear Productions,Studio Theater, Shakespeare TheaterCompany, Taffety Punk, andWashington Improv Theater. Ticketsare 15. At the Bethesda Theater, 7719Wisconsin Avenue in Bethesda, Md.Visit http://www.bethesdatheatre.com/ or call301-657-7827.Contra Dance. 7:30-11:30 p.m.Admission is 9. Contra Dance lessonfrom 7:30-8:15 p.m. called to the GlenEcho Open Band from 8:30-11:30 p.m.At the Spanish Ballroom at Glen EchoPark, 7300 MacArthur Blvd. in GlenEcho. Email: fndcontra@yahoo.com.of a year and a half of jacket makingcollaborations between quilters,weavers and custom dressmaker RaeCumbie. Sponsored by Potomac FiberArts Guild. At St. James EpiscopalChurch, 11815 Seven Locks Road,Potomac.Swing Dance. 8 p.m. to midnight.Admission is 13. Beginning swinglesson from 8-9 p.m. Dancing from 9p.m. to midnight. Live music by RedDress Ball with the Eric Felten JazzOrchestra. At the Spanish Ballroom ofGlen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd.in Glen Echo. Email:dance@flyingfeet.org.SATURDAY/FEB. 13BCC Musical Performance. 1:30 p.m.Woodwind Quintet, Brass Quintet andother ensembles. At the BethesdaLibrary, 7400 Arlington Rd. Call 240777-0970; TTY 301-657-0840.Piano Recital. 3 p.m. Presented by theAdult Student Mus
Marymount University’s fall 2009 dean’s list: Maria Economides, of North Potomac, who is majoring in Nursing - Accelerated BSN Program Susan Gleason, of Potomac, who is majoring in Nursing Sarah James, of Potomac, who is majoring in Psychology Sarah Mali
