WMCCA Briefs: Untenable Situation of Glen Hills Landowners
The Department of Environmental Protection has completed Phase 1 of the Sanitary Study of the Glen Hills area. The 2002 Potomac Master Plan called for a limited study of failed septic systems in this region to find on-site remedies or, where needed, recommend limited sewer extensions.
Potomac Calendar: Nov. 7, 2012
Upcoming events and activities
Montgomery County Council Holds Town Hall Meeting for Potomac Wednesday, Nov. 7
The Montgomery County Council will continue its efforts to find out what issues most concern residents when it hosts a Town Hall Meeting for the Potomac area on Wednesday, Nov. 7. The meeting at the Potomac Community Recreation Center will start at 8 p.m. A pre-meeting reception will begin at 7:30 p.m.
Column: Hands of Time
On the one hand, I want to take note every month on the 27th as yet one more notch on my living-with-cancer belt. On the other hand, maybe I don’t need a belt to be notching but rather a life to be living. Perhaps it’s time, nearly 44 months post-diagnosis – at press time, to stop counting backwards and try more living forwards.
Churchill Football Beats Wootton, Secures Playoff Spot
Bulldog seniors play final regular season home game.
The Churchill football team defeated Wootton, 24-14, on Oct. 26.
Classified Advertising Oct 31, 2012
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'Unsung Hero'
McLean School's Denise Duffy receives grant.
The McLean School’s Denise Duffy signed up for an ASL class her senior year in college. The communications major took the class — and “just knew.” After graduating, she enrolled in a master’s program at Gallaudet University and worked as an educational interpreter.
St. Andrew’s Praised for Innovative Educational Approach
National education writer and researcher highlight school’s Center for Transformative Teaching and Learning.
Author, researcher and education blogger Grant Lichtman visited St. Andrew's Episcopal School’s Center for Transformative Teaching and Learning (CTTL) earlier this month as part of a national tour of schools in search of cutting-edge approaches to education.
Local Pastor Celebrates 61 Years in the Ministry
Potomac Presbyterian Church honors its Parish Advisor Emeritus.
Earlier this month, Potomac Presbyterian Church in Potomac, celebrated Miles’ 61 years in the ministry. Miles marked the occasion by giving a sermon titled, “Finding the Elusive Life.”
Joining Celebrity Chefs At Metro Cooking Show
She created sauces using late husband’s recipe to raise money for Lou Gehrig’s Disease research.
Connie Griffith, president and chief executive officer of Gator Ron's Zesty Sauces & Mixes, will showcase the products created by her husband Ron.
Letter: Send Message To School Board
Send a message to the Montgomery County Board of Education: Stop wasting taxpayer’s money and work in the public interest, not special interests.
Letter: Unsolicited Advice
Here’s my unsolicited advice for this election — first the local ballot questions, then the local candidates.
A Haunting for All
The Clara Barton Community Center hosted its sixth annual Haunted House on Sunday, Oct. 28.
Take Time, Slow Down and Smell the Leaves
There’s no better time than autumn to get outside and smell the leaves. Slow down, take a moment, and renew your connection with the natural world.
Book on Golden Retrievers Offers True Tales
Dave Carter reflects on his experience with golden retriever rescue.
A Potomac resident for over 35 years, Dave Carter knows many of his neighbors and even more dogs — specifically golden retrievers.
Potomac Bulletin Board: Oct. 31, 2012
Upcoming events
Food Festival Celebrates Ethnic Foods
Church hosts its annual three-day food festival and bazaar Friday-Sunday, Nov. 2-4.
St. Mark Orthodox Church will have its annual three-day ethnic food festival and bazaar this weekend, Nov. 2-4. The bazaar will feature homemade Russian and Eastern European food such as piroghi, piroshki, spanakopita, halupki, beef stroganoff, kielbasa and more.
Potomac Calendar: Oct. 31, 2012
Upcoming events and activities
Entertainment Brief: Strathmore Hosts 23rd Museum Shop Around
Museum Shop Around is Strathmore's art-inspired holiday treasure hunt, where 18 of Washington's finest museums are setting up shop in the historic Mansion from Thursday, Nov. 8 through Sunday, Nov. 11, 2012.
Entertainment Brief: ‘An Abstract Approach’
Gallery Har Shalom announces the opening of "An Abstract Approach." The gallery walls will display three abstract painters — Lesley Clarke, Springfield, Va.; Har Shalom member June Plotkin, Rockville; and Edith Sievers, Bethesda, as well as work created by artists Karin Abromaitis, Takoma Park, and Jessica Beels, Washington, D.C.