Potomac: ‘Sam’s Backyard Carnival’ Benefits Colon Cancer Alliance
Joining in a mom’s battle.
Seventh-grader Sam Benaim didn’t know a lot about colon cancer until his mom, Michelle was diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer. Life as the family had previously known it totally changed to focus on supporting Michelle Benaim in her fight.
Potomac Village Deli Opens in the Kentlands
Authentic Jewish-style deli returns but in new site.
“We’re back,” said Potomac Village Deli owner Adam Greenberg.
Potomac Neighborhood Outlook: High Rent Limits Business Choices
A recent reopening of a Potomac restaurant in a location outside of Potomac Village is a sign of the local business climate, says real estate expert David D. Freishtat. Potomac Village Deli is now operating in Kentlands Market Square. The move comes with a lower rent and enables the deli to serve the same clientele.
Potomac Snapshot: Primary Elections
Signs line the way to the polls for the Republican and Democratic primary elections at the River Falls Clubhouse.
Potomac: Community Gathers to Dedicate Potomac Adaptive Sports Court
The transformation was officially recognized on Sunday, April 24. A former unused roller hockey rink at the Potomac Community Center has become the Potomac Adaptive Sports Court.
Potomac: Churchill Boys’ Lax Passes Test Against Rival
Bulldogs remain undefeated, focused on winning state title.
The Churchill boys' lacrosse team is off to a 10-0 start.
Removing a Barrier to Pomp and Circumstance
Gowns for Grads program at George Mason provides regalia for needy graduates.
When Muntaha Choudhary walks across the stage during George Mason University’s graduation ceremony this May she will celebrate not only her bachelor’s degree, which has been eight years in the making, but also the fact that she is the first person in her family to graduate from college.
Potomac: Gathering for ‘End of an Era’ Party
Current and former members of Potomac Tennis Club share memories.
Since 1977, Potomac Tennis Club (PTC) has been teeming with enthusiastic tennis players from 6 in the morning until 10 at night — seven days a week throughout the year. Thirty-seven years of close friendships, serious competitions and meaningful memories were celebrated by more than 160 current and former members on Friday evening, April 15.
Potomac Snapshot: Guarding the Potomac River in 1861
The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park hosted a Civil War living history weekend with the 7th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry on April 16-17.
Potomac Column: Legislative Session Concludes
Commentary
The 2016 Session of the Maryland General Assembly concluded at midnight on April 11 and the following is a summary of several important topics and initiatives that may interest you. If you have any questions or comments about these or any other issues, please do not hesitate to contact me at brian.feldman@senate.state.md.us.
Potomac Brief: Walt Whitman Raises $51,566
For the fourth straight year, Walt Whitman High School received top honors in the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Student Series High School Challenge program (Pennies For Patients) — bringing in a total of $51,566.29. In recognition of its achievements, Walt Whitman High School will be linked to an LLS research portfolio.
Potomac Brief: School Year Extended to June 20
Montgomery County Public Schools will extend the 2015–2016 school year by one day and end the year on Monday, June 20. The MCPS request for a one-day waiver of the 180-day school year requirement was approved Monday, April 18 by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE).
Potomac Brief: Schools Seek Ethics Panel Member
The Montgomery County Board of Education is seeking to fill one vacancy on its five-member Ethics Panel. The vacancy is for a three-year term beginning on July 1.
Modular Homes Come of Age
What's behind the growing popularity of modular homes? Recent research shows that a house comprised of architecturally-specific, pre-constructed modules can be assembled on a homeowner’s lot for 10-15 percent less than of the cost of a comparably-sized “stick-built” house.
Potomac Home Sales: March, 2016
In March, 2016, 41 Potomac homes sold between $2,275,000-$360,000.
Potomac Home Sales: March, 2016
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Progress Made, Challenges Remain on Ending Homelessness
HomeAid NoVA hosts ‘Keep the Homeless Housed’ Forum.
In 2008, Fairfax County partnered with the City of Falls Church to adopt an ambitious strategic plan to address the issue of homelessness in the region.
Finding Fun in Science
Area youth turn out for Project BEST Science and Technology Fun.
What could possibly have lured some 100 and more middle school youngsters back to a school building on a Saturday, especially if that school isn’t theirs and they had to get up extra early just to get there?
From Potomac to the Frozen Four
Sam Anas named to AHCA/CCM Hockey Men's Division I All-American First Team.
As the top-seed in this year’s Division I college hockey’s Frozen Four being held in Tampa, Quinnipiac University is using the home team Lightning’s expansive locker room. It made quite an impression on Potomac native Sam Anas.
Potomac: ‘Tiger Trot’ Leaps into Action
6th annual 5K run/walk returns April 17.
Potomac will come alive on Sunday, April 17 as more than 400 runners and walkers await the starting gun and then leap forward to sprint or stroll in the 6th Annual “Tiger Trot.” The 5K run/walk, sponsored by the Connelly School of the Holy Child, benefits the Cabin John Park Volunteer Fire Department as well as the wellness and fitness programs at the school.