Letter: Letters to the Editor-Conflict Not So One-Sided
To the Editor: In "Dodging Rockets from Gaza" (Arlington Connection, Nov. 27), George Meek describes his "fact-finding" trip to Israel/Palestine with Interfaith Peace Builders. While there, he volunteered with the International Solidarity Movement.
Decorating Trees and Fundraising
Georgetown Jingle supports MedStar Georgetown University Hospital’s pediatric cancer programs.
A few local designers are using their talent to bring holiday cheer to some local pediatric cancer patients. Arlington resident Allie Mann, a senior designer at Case Design/Remodeling, Inc., and Alexandria resident Allison Priebe Brooks, owner of Queen Bee Designs, were among the tastemakers selected to participate in the Georgetown Jingle, a fundraising effort for pediatric oncology programs at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington.
Neighbors Trump County Officials in Public Art Selection
Cherrydale and Maywood selected public art as part of development process.
Neighbors don’t usually get to select public art for their neighborhood, but few neighborhoods have the rich history and active civic associations of Cherrydale and Maywood.
Shoppers Already Hunting for the Right Gifts
Stopping by some shops in Shirlington.
It is that time of year again — time to start making holiday shopping lists and time to hit the stores to find the perfect gift for family members and friends.
Wilson Joins Easter Seals Board of Directors
Dr. Marta C. Wilson, founder and CEO of Transformation, Inc. has been elected to serve on Easter Seals Greater Washington-Baltimore Region’s board of directors. Wilson makes her homes in both Arlington and Harrisonburg, Va.
Next Top Author?
Chelsea Hicks Bryan of Arlington, pictured with her husband, ranked 12th this week in the national writing competition America's Next Top Author. With a combination of social media, votes and the jury's discernment, the America's Next Top Author competition compiles nominees, one each week through Nov. 27. Should Bryan get a nomination before Tuesday, Nov. 27, she'll advance to the next round. To read her story, visit Bryan's author page at http://www.ebookmall.com/author/chelsea-hicks-bryan where readers can vote, tweet, review and share the story.
NAACP Chapter To Honor Retired Arlington Educator
Macekura talks about his involvement in integration of county’s public schools.
On Saturday, Oct.13, the Arlington Branch National Association of Colored People (NAACP) will honor former Arlington educator Joseph Macekura at its 66th Annual Freedom Fund Banquet for his work helping to integrate Arlington Public Schools, most notably helping four African-American students enroll in Stratford Junior High School (now known as H-B Woodlawn Secondary School), which made it the first school in Virginia to be integrated.
Cooking for Children
Local culinary instructor teaches children the art of seasonal cooking.
Andie Nelson is undaunted by the brawn needed to hack through the thick-skin of a butternut squash or chop open a seemingly impenetrable pumpkin. Many of the sous chefs at her side are not fully potty trained, but that is not a deterrent. In fact, this is how the Arlington resident and culinary school owner says hello to fall.
Girl Scout Project Promotes Tennis
Katherine Kasischke, Girl Scout with Troop 4009 in Arlington decided to share her enthusiasm for tennis with students at Drew Model Elementary School in south Arlington for her Girl Scout Gold Award Project.
Ed Dixon: One Night Only at Signature
Signature Theatre will host a one-night performance and book-signing featuring Broadway star and Helen Hayes Award-winner Ed Dixon.
Senior Citizens
"Flourishing After 55"
“Flourishing After 55” from Arlington’s Office of Senior Adult Programs for Sept. 4-8.
Meet the Arlington School Board
The Arlington School Board has five members who serve overlapping four-year terms.
Meet the Arlington County Board
Since 1930, the county has been governed by a five-member County Board rather than a County Board of Supervisors. Board members are elected at-large for staggered four year terms, and the chairmanship rotates annually.
Senior Flash Mob at County Fair
The annual Arlington County Fair was just gearing up on Friday, Aug. 10 for the evening crowd as 60 or more senior citizens walked and then began dancing on the new turf playing field.
Jazz Samba Project
Local singer to perform at Kennedy Center Aug. 17.
Veronneau performs at the Kennedy Center at the Millennium Stage, Aug. 17, at 6 p.m.