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Health & Wellness

Massage Therapy Reduces Back Pain

By June Luff, CMT

Does this sound familiar?

“Oh my aching back! I have tried everything. Supermar- Massage
ket brand painkillers, anti-inflammatory creams, even heat. Therapy
Nothing works! The pain is still there. It controls me. It is relieves back
frustrating!” pain so you can
You live with it every day, every night. It is difficult to exercise, drive,
work comfortably, to sleep well. It affects your disposition. rest, stand and
It affects everything every minute of your life. You can’t see walk again
it. You can’t conquer it. It is your silent enemy.
without
What Causes Common Back Pain?
In many cases, is due to muscle tightness of the low-to-mid back muscles. The nagging
muscles tighten when you do simple things: exercising, driving, walking, sitting, and back pain.
standing. Over time, the pain still exists. It may stay the same, or increase into other
problems, such as sciatica.* About the Author
When back pain is caused by excessive tightness, the muscles tighten around a June Luff is a Nationally Certified and Virginia Licensed Massage
nerve which registers “pain” in the brain. Muscle tightness not only creates greater Therapist, and is a member of the American Massage Therapy Associa-
fatigue, but tight “knots” called trigger points develop causing a continued tightness,
tion. She specializes in therapeutic massage for pain relief. Therapeu-
stiffness and pain. If not treated, this pain remains with you, making moving around
tic massage can be a powerful component in your healthcare regimen.
very difficult.
Certified Massage Therapy Works Wonders It involves the manipulation of soft tissue structures of the body to
As a massage therapist, I can help you move again, reduce the pain, and many prevent and alleviate pain, discomfort, muscle tightness or spasm, and
times make it disappear altogether. To give you full beneficial results, I require a stress. It also improves the functioning of the circulatory, lymphatic,
health history of your condition. I will assess how restricted your range of motion is and nervous systems, and may improve the rate at which the body re-
to provide you with the best massage treatment possible. After completing a massage covers from injury and illness. Through Massage for Optimum Health,
treatment, I offer my clients stretching tips to do at home. The “tips” will help retain June uses her knowledge of human anatomy to customize a treatment
the relief the massage provides for as long as possible. plan specifically to meet your needs. June utilizes a variety of body-
*Severe pain in the leg along the course of the sciatic nerve felt at the back of the work techniques which range from Swedish, Deep Tissue, Myofascial
thigh and running down the inside of the leg. Release, Hot Stone and Reflexology techniques to enhance your qual-
ity of life. Massage for Optimum Health truly is a place that cares about
Stretches You Can Do At Home Might Help your health and individual needs. For a FREE consultation, call 703-216-
For low-to-mid-back pain, try these. You’ll get the best results if you repeat 2912 or go to www.massageforoptimumhealth.com to schedule an ap-
them several times a day. pointment at the Herndon office.
If you feel any of these movements are difficult because of
tension, let your massage therapist know you would like to
work on releasing that area at your next session. If you experi-
ence pain with any of these stretches, discuss with your physi-
cian before continuing.
Massage for
Optimum Health
1. Knee drop. “Pain Relief Treatments and Wellness Massage.”
Lie on your back with your knees bent; keep your feet flat
on the floor. Keep both shoulders relaxed and flat against the Herndon,VA
floor. Let your knees drop to one side only as far as they will
go com¬fortably. Relax there for a few seconds and then bring June Luff
them up again. Repeat on the other side, up to five times on each side. If your neck
is uncomfortable use a pillow to support the back of your head.
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back and rest your back flat against the wall. Bend to the left, stretching your arm
down one leg as far as it will go, keep your entire back and head against the wall. www.massageforoptimumhealth.com
Gently straighten up. Repeat 3 times on the left and then repeat on right.

3. Knee lift.
Lie down with knees bent, feet flat on the floor. Press your low back into the Serving Fairfax, Herndon,
floor. Raise your left knee up to your chest as far as possible without pain. Hold for Reston and Sterling.
5 seconds. Return the foot to the floor and slide heel forward until leg is straight.
Now gently roll the leg from side to side and return to starting position. Do 5 times
and switch legs. Note: If you can not lie down, try sitting up. Sit in a chair with
By Appointment Only.
your back straight. Pull your right knee toward your chest. Hold for 5 seconds. Re-
lease and repeat at least 5 times with each leg.

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Health & Wellness

Self-Defeating Behaviors
By Kathi Whitten, LCSW forgetting to leave credit cards at home
• Wanting to cut back on drinking—while
arranging to meet friends in a bar

M ost people
understand
what “self-
defeating behaviors”
are, but it’s often easier
• Excessive anger or reactivity hurting our
friendships but not being able to prevent it

• Being too bossy or controlling around

to see them in others
than ourselves! You
know, those repeated
patterns of thinking, actions, feelings that come so
automatically they’re already happening before we
know it, until we suffer the negative results.
A few typical situations may be (but certainly
are not limited to):
• Wishing we could stop always winding up in
relationships where we get rejected or hurt
• “Somehow” discovering we’re being fired—
again—for being late
• Needing to stop out-of-control spending—but
others, alienating them, yet not knowing how
to stop doing it
We all have behaviors that work like that
and often can stop them once we realize the dam-
age they do in our lives. Using tools such as defin-
ing what is happening, monitoring its occurrence,
discovering triggers, considering more rewarding,
positive behaviors to develop instead, using visu-
alization and behavioral rehearsal all help.
Occasionally, though, changing—sometimes
even recognizing—such patterns is very difficult.
No matter how often we suffer the consequences,
we continue to do them again and again. We
strive to change the behavior or feelings, but our
brains are so efficient, that they cause us to do
many things “automatically.” After repeatedly
trying to do things differently, if these patterns
still seem too strong to change alone, and are
negatively impacting your life, professional assis-
tance may be helpful.
About the Author
Kathi Whitten, LCSW is a psychotherapist with
25 years of experience. Her approach includes
thinking from psychodynamic, cognitive, fam-
ily/systems, and the mindfulness and addictions
treatment fields. She works with individuals,
couples, families and groups. After identifying
your goals, you’ll work together in therapy to
improve your personal sense of well-being and
relationships with others. You can make an ap-
pointment at her Herndon office by phoning
703-742-6043.

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WHAT WOULD YOU DO?
Your best friend rarely responds to invitations
to go places, inconsistently returns your phone
calls and you haven’t seen her much lately.
If so, let the good people at Fairfax Woman
know, and they’ll pass that information along.
Perhaps you will see your concerns addressed
in a future column. Email your thoughts to
AskTheTherapist@FairfaxWoman.com

You might:
1.) Ignore her. She’s making it plain she
doesn’t want to be friends anymore.
2.) Tell mutual friends she’s acting
strangely.
3.) Go to her, and ask to talk.

Suggested best response:

3.) While it’s possible your friend wants
to end your relationship, it’s never a good
idea to assume that’s the reason. There can
be many reasons she’s not responding to
your efforts (depression, feeling over-
whelmed in her life, absorbed in a personal
matter…). Sometimes it makes sense to ask
mutual friends if they’ve had recent contact
with someone if you’re unable to reach them
But I suggest you wait until you’ve made
an effort to contact her long enough to gen-
tly ask if she wants to talk about something,
and offer to help her with anything that
might be troubling her, if she’s open to it.

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The Role of a Healer
By Christine Upchurch, M.S.
M any years ago as a
young, physically fit
vegetarian, I faced can-
cer. I healed myself without med-
ical treatment, a process that
required much effort and focus over
two years. This personal journey il-
luminated a great deal about the na-
ture of healing and eventually led
me to a new path—working as a healer.
When a person is out of balance—physically,
emotionally, mentally or spiritually—there are many
paths they can take to wellness; conventional and al-
ternative therapies alike. Some will choose to visit a
person who is commonly referred to as a “healer.”
Who goes to see a healer and what role can a healer
play in a person’s life?
Years ago, I received inner guidance that I was a
healer, but I rejected the message because I mistak-
enly perceived it to be a fabrication of ego. I had
been under the impression that healing power came
from the practitioner and to be a good healer I would
have to transcend the typical struggles of being
human. In reality this isn’t the case because the heal-
ing power doesn’t come from the practitioner but
rather from the divine. So a healer isn’t “one who
heals” but rather one who facilitates healing utilizing
energy or frequencies that are outside of the body.
As a Reconnective Healing Practitioner and In-
structor, I witness many amazing healings. The most
fascinating ones have no belief involved. Like the
man with advanced hepatitis C who, despite his
skepticism, experienced complete pain relief and re-
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duced swelling—or the woman with life-long
scoliosis whose spine unexpectedly straight-
ened during a ten-minute exercise at a training
seminar. In these situations, the healer wasn’t
attached to an outcome and the individuals
didn’t believe that it was possible. So how did
these healings occur?
In its highest form, a healing session initi-
ates a dialogue between the client’s higher
self and universal wisdom, often with the
client neither observing the discourse nor con-
trolling the direction of the healing. Through
this dialogue, the person’s higher self and the divine
choose the appropriate healing for the person and the
person’s vibration shifts to attract that healing.
I have found that the less I try to control, the bet-
ter the healings are. Although there is no formal re-
search supporting the benefits of letting go of
attachment, there is analogous research done on
prayer that may support this approach. Spindrift is
an organization that has scientifically evaluated the
effect of prayer on the health of organisms such as
plants. Scientists compared the health of plants di-
vided into three groups: (1) a group that received no
prayer, (2) a group that received prayer specifying
the intent that the plants be taller with more leaves,
and (3) a group that received prayer that was non-di-
rected by asking that the Universe choose what was
best for the plants. The statistical evidence demon-
strated that prayer was indeed effective at creating
taller, bushier plants, but by far the healthiest group
of plants was that group in which no intention was
specified. In other words, when someone offered
prayerful focus without intent, the plants tended to
be healthier than when someone held a specific in-
tent.
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As with prayer, I believe the same is true when
facilitating healing—the most effective form is when
the healer lets go of intention and comes from a
place of accepting whatever plan the Universe may
choose. When the healing is left to the divine, people
can receive gifts that go far beyond intention and ex-
pectation.
For more information about Reconnective
Healing visit www.TheReconnection.com or call
323.960.0012.
About the Author
Christine Upchurch, M.S. is a Reconnective
Healing Instructor who travels the world help-
ing to empower others to come into their mas-
tery as healers. A former statistician in medical
research, she now has the honor of being one of
only four Instructors internationally, and has
had the privilege of helping to educate thou-
sands of new practitioners. In addition to teach-
ing at seminars, Christine also loves to share her
knowledge of healing with the public. She has
had numerous articles published and has ap-
peared on radio shows around the world. Chris-
tine is also the founder and director of the
Northwest Reconnective Healing Center in the
Seattle area, which is where she has her private
practice when not traveling the globe educating
and inspiring others.
To learn more about Reconnective Healing
and Christine, please visit on the web at
www.TheReconnection.com and
www.CUHealing.com.
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Health & Wellness
Heart Listening
By Mata Mandir Khalsa, MS,NCC
L istening is the most beau-
tiful opening of the
human psyche to the sub-
tlety of life itself. Practicing this
art with consciousness and lov-
ing intention can help us be
finely tuned into ourselves and
can give us the capacity to give
a priceless, healing gift to another human being.
How can we ourselves become better listen-
ers? I have discovered through experience that if I
can take time for myself at the beginning of the
day, I am much more able to be present for other
people. My particular morning practice involves
yoga, meditation on my breath, and sacred songs.
Sitting with myself allows my thoughts and feel-
ings to surface, and if I can be with them in a non-
judgmental way. Each of us has our own methods
to attune ourselves to the subtlety of who we are.
Another way to be mindful of becoming a bet-
ter listener is to simply spend less time talking,
even in the busy hours of the day. This can help
us get attuned to our own thoughts and our own
reactions, which we might normally act out with-
out pause or reflection. We can see the transitory
nature of thoughts and feelings, and move into a
space to speak and act with wisdom and kindness.
We learn, expand and grow! We become open to
hearing what people say, to hear them out, to dis-
cover perspectives beyond the same ones that
keep running around in our heads. We hear infor-
mation and ideas, we hear and understand the sto-
ries, the dreams, the feelings, the universes of
those who surround us.
While we can experiment with developing this
skill with those we serve in our work, we can
surely develop it in all of our relationships. When
preparing to listen, silently acknowledge the
courage it takes for an individual to share the
things that are truly important to them. Prepare to
receive these with absolute attention and care
through trust. Empty yourself of pre-judgments
you may have of the person or the topic. Each
person is a new universe unfolding before you as
a seed that needs delicate care in order to become
a flower. Connect to your heart. Imagine you are
that other person as they are preparing to share
with you and trust you. Be worthy of that trust,
and do not repeat to others what has been en-
trusted to you. Understand the importance of pro-
viding an uncompromised safe space for the
person to express himself or herself fully.
If you can prepare yourself in this way, you
can be so beautifully present, you can reflect
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clearly back to the person in ways that can
support them with clarity and kindness, help-
ing them to further explore, discover, and find
their own way. Allow the conversation to un-
fold out of this sacred space, out of the mo-
ment. Truly put yourself into the other
person’s experience and communicate that
empathy to them. Trust and respect that the
person has the resources to find their way,
and support them in their journey.
There are some traps that you can be mind-
ful of in yourself, such as evaluating, judging,
formulating your own responses while the per-
son is talking, or trying to fit their story into a
box of your own. If you observe this happening,
notice it, then keep coming back to your pure,
open heart.
In your conscious intention to grow in your ca-
pacity to listen, after the encounter, you might
take some quiet time to recall what happened and
even write down your reflections. What was the
emotion in it? What were the expressed and unex-
pressed needs of the person? What was the most
important thing to them, the essence of what they
shared. They may have mentioned this several
times in the conversation. How did you yourself
feel during the encounter, what did you learn
about the other and about yourself, and how were
you transformed? Really check in with your body,
mind, heart and soul. Does this help you to better
understand the person? How can you, with this
new awareness, be of service to this person?
May you be blessed with the gift of heart lis-
tening and the subtlety and transformation that it
brings. Use it with yourself as well as with others.
May you also experience the rare and beautiful
gift of being truly listened to.
About the Author
Mata Mandir khaur Khalsa, MS, NCC, Pas-
toral Counselor in Residence, is a counselor
of deep compassion and spirit, who helps
people find deep connection and healing
in relationship with themselves and others.
Mata Mandir has a Masters Degree in Pas-
toral Counseling from Loyola College and is
a National Board Certified Counselor. She
offers Imago Relationship Therapy for cou-
ples, using supportive communication to
create empathy, intimacy, and joy. She has
training in mind-body experiential tech-
niques, which can be integrated into the
therapy sessions. To reach Mata Mandir di-
rectly, email her at mmkhalsa@verizon.net
or call her at 703-887-2111.
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Elder Care

Depression Doesn’t Have to

be a Part of Growing Old
By Denise Taylor, RN, BSW self-esteem or those with tendencies to-
ward pessimism) may further contribute to
depression.
“If given a choice, most

D epression is the most

common undiagnosed
condition amongst sen-
iors; however it’s incorrect to think
that it is just a normal part of aging.
When a person is depressed, neuro-
transmitter chemicals in the brain
are out of balance. Because depression can coexist
with other chronic diseases, the diagnosis can be
made confusing. We all have feelings of highs and
lows throughout life or periods of grief due to losses
we may suffer, but if the low feelings continue for
weeks and interfere with the enjoyment of life, it is
time to consult with a physician.
Elderly depression should not go untreated as it
can lead to death. According to the National Insti-
tute of Mental Health, depressive symptoms afflict
an estimated fifteen percent of all people over the
age of 65. The suicide rate for elderly white males
is several times higher than that of white men in
their early twenties. Worldwide, statistics show that
the seniors kill themselves at a higher rate than any
other segment of the population.
The primary causes of depression may include
one or more of the following:
• the death of a spouse or friend
• loss of physical capabilities
• changes in living situations
• dwindling financial resources
• side effects of medications
• biological changes in the brain that accompany
problems such as strokes and dementia
• hardening of vessels which constricts normal
blood flow to organs, including the brain
• diseases, such as anemia and hypothyroidism
(underactive thyroid)
• social isolation, a reduced sense of purpose
and a fear of death
A genetic or family history of depression and
personality factors (for example, people with low
While the cause of any person’s depres-
sion may not be clear, the consequences of
ignoring the symptoms are. Depressed peo-
ple do not take pleasure in people or activi-
ties that they once enjoyed. There are
elderly people would
choose to stay in their
own homes rather than a
care facility.”
frequent feelings of sadness and emptiness,
sleep disorders (too much or too little)
weight gain or loss, irritability, restlessness and a comfort of their home and community can decrease
loss of energy. Other symptoms may include peri- the chances of depression. If the depressed senior
ods of crying, difficulty concentrating and thoughts lives alone or has family that is unable to provide
of suicide or death. Leaving symptoms untreated the necessary care for them, hiring a caregiver from
can cause a whole life to deteriorate. Some can im- a reputable agency can be beneficial. A hired care-
pair mental ability and cause family members to giver gives the depressed care recipient structure to
blame it on “senility or old age.” The senior may his or her day. To minimize the symptoms of de-
become dependent on others prematurely. pression, a caregiver can provide another set of eyes
But there is good news. Depression is a treatable and ears for the family as well as companionship, a
psychological illness and nobody is too old to get balanced diet, assistance with grooming, supervi-
help. Depending on the nature or severity of the ill- sion of medications and a safe exercise routine. A
ness, the most common treatments are psychother- hired caregiver can also provide transportation and
apy, anti-depressant medications, or a combination opportunities to keep in touch with the community.
of both. Psychotherapy helps by teaching coping Encouragement to seek treatment for depres-
skills to get through the patient’s problems, and of- sion may require patience and understanding from
fers support to ease the pain of depression. Medica- family members. But the effort is important be-
tions help control certain symptoms and enable the cause depression is treatable, and not just a part of
depressed person to feel better. Anti-depressant growing old.
medications alter the chemicals in the
brain to improve the patient’s mood,
sleep habits, eating habits, energy levels
and ability to concentrate. Anti-depres-
sants need to be monitored for side ef-
fects and effectiveness and are not habit
forming. Be aware that alcohol abuse
may coexist with depression as seniors
try to self-treat their symptoms. Both
disorders must be addressed in order to
maximize the effectiveness of treat-
ments.
If given a choice, most elderly people
would choose to stay in their own homes
rather than in a care facility. The familiar

About the Author

Denise Taylor is a Registered Nurse and is currently the Administrator of the Visiting
Angels office in Vienna, Virginia. She is also the coordinator for Medicaid clients. Mrs.
Taylor received her RN at age 19 and gained extensive hospital nursing experience at
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Send an email to
NOVA EVENTS
July – August 2010
City of Fairfax Concert Band
info@fairfaxwoman.com July 9 at 7:30 p.m.
Free Event at Lake Accotink Park. 7500 Accotink Park Road,
with event name, date, Springfield, VA 22152. For more info call 703-324-7469.
brief description and
Reston’s 46th Birthday Celebration
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Free Event at Lake Accotink Park. 7500 Accotink Park Road,
Springfield, VA 22152. For more info call 703-324-7469.
Julio Iglesias in Concert – July 13 at 8 p.m.
Filene Center at Wolftrap Park for Performing Arts. Call 1-877-
WOLFTRAP or visit www.wolftrap.org.
B-52’s in Concert – July 14 at 8 p.m.
Filene Center at Wolftrap Park for Performing Arts. Call 1-877-
WOLFTRAP or visit www.wolftrap.org.
Caribbean Spice Concert featuring Jambulay
July 17
Featuring reggae, calypso & afro-beat. Free event at Reston
Town Center.
B. B. King in Concert – July 18 at 8 p.m.
Filene Center at Wolftrap Park for Performing Arts. Call 1-877-
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The Beach Boys in Concert – July 25 at 8 p.m.
Filene Center at Wolftrap Park for Performing Arts. Call 1-877-
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Women's Cafe
July 27 at 10:30 –11:30 a.m.
Southgate Community Center, 12125 Pinecrest Road, Reston.
An opportunity to connect with other women who are at home
during the day, develop friendships and discuss common con-
cerns. Call (703) 860-0676 for more info.
The Steve Miller Band in Concert – July 27 at 8 p.m.
Filene Center at Wolftrap Park for Performing Arts. Call 1-877-
WOLFTRAP or visit www.wolftrap.org.
Aretha Franklin in Concert – July 29 at 8 p.m.
Filene Center at Wolftrap Park for Performing Arts. Call 1-877-
WOLFTRAP or visit www.wolftrap.org.
Heroines in Technology Nominations Deadline
August 1
This annual awards program recognizes women in
the technology industry who have used their experience,
knowledge and skills to benefit the community. Visit www.mar-
chofdimes.com/marylandmetrodc or call 703-824-0111.
Brickfair
August 7 & 8 from 7 – 10 p.m.
Dulles Expo Center Noth hall. Adult Admission $10, children
$7. BrickFair is a Lego Fan Festival. BrickFair hosts America's
most dedicated adult LEGO builders and features fantastic
LEGO creations great and small. Visit www.brickfair.com for
more info.
Pakistan Independence Day
August 8 from 12 – 9 p.m.
Dulles Expo Center, south Hall. Qirat & Pakistani Idol singing
competition, rides & games for kids, face painting, Hina, Pre
Eid shopping of clothes, jewelry, bangles, purses and shoes.
Halal food and popular Pakistani singers. Free immigration
clinic, free medical checkup and computer orientation for sen-
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Summer On The Green 2010 presents Coleman’s
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Presented by the Town of Vienna and Town Green. No alcohol,
bring blankets and/or lawn chairs and please keep your pets
at home. More info call 703-255-7842.
International Gem & Jewelry Show
August 20 – 22
Dulles Expo Center, South Hall. Adult admission $8. The Int’l
Gem & Jewelry Show offers the greatest selection and lowest
prices on diamonds, gold, silver, beads and more. Choose ei-
ther costume or fine jewelry from more than 360 exhibitors
from around the world. Visit www.intergem.com for more info.
The Temptations & The Four Tops in Concert
August 21 at 8 p.m.
Filene Center at Wolftrap Park for Performing Arts. Call 1-877-
WOLFTRAP or visit www.wolftrap.org.
Indian Wedding Exhibit – August 22
Dulles Expo Center, North Hall from 12 – 7 p.m. Admission
$7- register online for discount. With growing demand of de-
signer wedding attires, we are bringing bridal wear designers
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of a kind exclusive Indian Wedding Show. Brides will be able to
interact with the designers for custom orders. Call
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Anita Baker In Concert – August 26 at 8 p.m.
Filene Center at Wolftrap Park for Performing Arts. Call 1-877-
WOLFTRAP or visit www.wolftrap.org.
Family Fest – August 28 at 10 – 4 p.m.
Free event! Visit www.familyfestva.com for more info. An inter-
active community event for families. Chance to win great door
prizes.
Donna Summer in Concert – August 29 at 8 p.m.
Free event! Visit www.familyfestva.com for more info. An inter-
active
Herndon Labor Day Jazz & Wine Festival
September 6 at 12 – 6 p.m.
Adult Admission $5. Live Jazz, wine tasting from 10 vine-
yards, and fine arts show. Town Green in Historic Downtown
Herndon. For more information call 703-787-7300 or visit
www.herndon-va.gov.
4th Annual Great Grapes! Wine, Arts & Food Festival
September 11 & September 12 from 12 – 6 p.m.
Reston Town Center. Features 200 wines, and 20 Virginia vine-
yards, 60 artists, cooking and wine pairing seminars and
great live music. Tickets $20 in advance. Designated driver
tickets $15 in advance. Visit www.uncorkthefun.com or call
800-830-3976.
The Living Well Expo – September 11 at 9 – 5 p.m.
Hyatt Dulles in Herndon. Free health, wellness & fitness event
for the family, brings together local and regional health, well-
ness and fitness companies, hospitals, physicians, dentists,
natural and alternative practitioners, chiropractors, health
food retailers, & community non-profits. Call 703-850-9218.
NOVA Memory Walk & Candlelight Rally
September 26
Join the Alzheimer's Association, National Capitol Area Chap-
ter this fall. Visit www.alz.org/nca or call 703-359-4440.
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Veneers: Things to Consider When Revamping your Smile
If you are considering getting veneers to cover staining
(white/brown spots or gray teeth), you may be wondering
whether veneers or whitening would be a better option?
Usually, teeth change color or develop spots after changes
have occurred in the mineral content of a person’s teeth, trauma
or after ingesting certain medications, such as tetracycline—es-
pecially if taken during the time of tooth formation. Treatment
options can include fluoride treatments, bonding and porcelain
laminate veneers and whitening. For the most part fluoride
treatments and whitening make white spots whiter. If your
staining is due to having had a root canal, or taking tetracy-
Dr. Mary Gharagozloo
cline, because it is an internal stain, whitening will not change
the color of your teeth. Veneers, are an excellent option to ob-
tain a flawless smile. Veneers, in addition to removing spots, can enhance your
smile by adding length or closing certain gaps.
What are veneers?
Veneers are also known as porcelain veneers and dental porcelain laminates.
They are wafer thin shells of porcelain that are bonded on to the front side of
teeth to create a cosmetic improvement for a tooth, but many times will improve
functionality as well. They are routinely used by dentists to make cosmetic
changes that cannot be improved with bonding, whitening or orthodontics. In the
past there were veneers that were placed on teeth without removing any tooth
structure, and a thick, bulky result was achieved. Then, the more traditional, com-
mon veneer was developed where approximately ½ a millimeter of tooth structure and two for the making and placement of the veneer. One tooth or many can simulta-
is shaved off to place the veneer. Recently a new type of veneer, called DuraThin
Veneers was developed, where once again your tooth structure is not compro-
mised, but the result is very natural. Not everyone is a candidate, but your dentist naturally. This also aids in occlusion issues.
can let you know.
What are some advantages of obtaining veneers in lieu of bonding?
Veneers, as opposed to bonding, create a very life-like tooth appearance, they
are stain resistant and they are durable. One property of tooth enamel is that it’s
translucent (see through), especially towards the bottom edge of your smile. Tech-
nology today allows your dentist to give you the translucent effect of porcelain that
creates a lustrous appearance for the tooth that will closely resemble the appear-
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ance of enamel. In the past, “bonding” was used to camouflage imperfec-
tions. A shortcoming, which quickly became apparent, was its susceptibility
to chipping, staining and discoloration. Porcelain, being a ceramic, and
therefore glass-like, is extremely stain resistant and durable. While porcelain
is inherently brittle, when it is firmly bonded to a sturdy substructure like
your tooth, it becomes very strong and durable. Dentists have had materials
available to them for years that are capable of creating a tenacious bond with
tooth enamel. Porcelain veneer technique, utilizes these bonding capabilities
of these materials to securely attach a veneer to your tooth.
What types of problems do veneers fix?
Veneers are also used to fix potentially serious problems to your overall
health such as bite issues, and not just for cosmetic reasons. Veneers are used
cosmetically when teeth are discolored, either due to endo (root canal) treatment,
tetracycline or other drug staining, excessive fluoride, and the presence of large
resin/composite fillings that have become stained.
Veneers are used for heath reasons when teeth that are worn down, due to poor
occlusion (bite), grinding and/or clenching. Veneers can also be used on teeth that
are chipped or broken; teeth that are misaligned, uneven, or irregularly chipped
and teeth with gaps between them.
What is the procedure for getting a dental veneer? Can I just get one, or is
it always multiple teeth?
Getting a veneer usually requires three trips to the dentist—one for a consultation
neously be done. Multiple teeth are usually prepared to achieve the most natural re-
sults. Usually they are done as far back as you show your teeth when smiling
At the Office of Mary Gharagozloo, DDS, we are often asked
...if we do general dentistry. Although we are a cosmetic and family dentist, this question always
surprises us, but brings to our attention that many patients think that cosmetic dentistry is a
specialty, like orthodontics, endodontics or periodontics. This is a common misconception.
Yes, the answer is yes. We do the basics and are also a leader in cosmetic procedures.
About Dr. Mary Gharagozloo
The daughter and grand-
daughter of dentists, Dr.
Gharagozloo was born and raised
in Illinois. She received her DDS
from the University of Maryland
in 2000. She has continued her
postgraduate education at such
prestigious institutions as the Pa-
cific Aesthetic Continuum at The
University of the Pacific School of
Dentistry, The Hornbrook Group,
The Las Vegas Institute for Ad-
vanced Dental Studies, The
Nashville Center for Aesthetic
Dentistry and The Kois Center.
Her passion for healing and pa-
tient care, combined with her
sense of aesthetics and artistry
has guided her in her career. They
are the qualities that distinguish
her in the dental profession.
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Why Organic
Skin Care?
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and millions of dollars
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growing in our own backyard.
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ON THE
MOVE
TO END
ALZHEIMER’S
DISEASE

Thousands of people across the metro Washington

region are on the move to end Alzheimer’s disease. If
TAKE STEPS TO you’re the kind of person who’s not going to sit on the
END ALZHEIMER’S! sidelines when there’s a chance to change the future, then you’re the person
we need! With more than 5 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s, and
Northern Virginia nearly 11 million more serving as caregivers, the time to act is now!
Join the Alzheimer’s Association, National Capital Area Chapter this fall for
Memory Walk and
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Candlelight Rally
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this devastating disease.
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Washington DC fundraising, and inspire you along the way.
New this year is a candlelight rally after the Walk in Reston. This gathering will remember
Saturday, those we have lost or are losing to Alzheimer’s, celebrate caregivers and volunteers, and serve
October 2 as call to action for our political leaders to make Alzheimer’s a priority.
For more information about Memory Walk, visit www.alz.org/nca or contact us at
memorywalknca@alz.org or at 703.359.4440.

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Use your pedal power to

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fundraising and awareness ride along the scenic Chesapeake & Ohio Alzheimer’s. There is no time to waste!”
Canal, starting in Cumberland, MD and ending in Washington, DC.
Riders looking for a challenge may choose to bike the full 184 miles along
the entire length of the C&O Canal. Those looking for a more relaxing - Patty, diagnosed person and volunteer
ride can sign up for the 100 mile. Training rides are offered throughout the
summer, and qualifying rides are required to ensure the participant’s ability
to complete the ride. Registration closes on August 14.
For those wanting to get in on the fun but who are not ready to tackle
one of the longer rides, the Tour offers a 20-mile Memory Ride on
September 12. The ride begins in Georgetown, heads up the Canal
toward Carderock, and then returns to Georgetown. Registration for this
ride closes on September 3.
For more information on Tour de Canal, visit www.alz.org/nca or
contact us at tourdecanalnca@alz.org or at 703.359.4440.

“I have participated in the Tour event since 2001 with

some fantastic people I’ve met over the years for
two reasons; the canal is breathtaking and because
my mother and grandmother had the disease.
I’ve committed to this event and the Alzheimer’s
Association’s efforts to stop its progression because
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wretched disease.”

- Colette, 9 year rider

“And yet, with thoughts of Mom, the tears came streaming
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suddenly became a race for my life and for the lives of my
YOU CAN MAKE IT HAPPEN! JOIN family and friends, as I believed climbing this mountaintop
THIS FALL AS WE WALK, BIKE AND was indeed raising the bar for me and those that I love to
RUN TO CREATE A WORLD WITHOUT be better at whatever we set out to do for humanity.”
ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE.
-Ron, Team ALZ Stars runner

It’s not just 26.2 miles.

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Marine Corps Marathon
October 31
The Alzheimer’s Association, National Capital Area Chapter is proud
to be a 5th year Charity Partner for the Marine Corps Marathon. If
running is your passion, we invite you to join Team ALZ Stars – a group
of runners committed to the race of a lifetime! Team ALZ Stars is
the name of our National Marathon Training program. Be a part of
this special team committed to spreading awareness about the disease,
promoting brain health and helping us to bring help and hope to those
affected by Alzheimer’s. For more information on Team ALZ Stars, visit
www.alz.org/nca or contact us at marinecorpsmarathon@alz.org or at
703.359.4440.
About the Alzheimer’s Association
The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in
Alzheimer care, support and research. Since 1980, the Alzheimer’s Association
has been providing information, education and support to those diagnosed with
Alzheimer’s and their families and caregivers. As part of a nationwide network
of chapters, the Alzheimer’s Association, National Capital Area Chapter
serves Northern Virginia, Suburban and Southern Maryland, and the District
of Columbia.
Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement
of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and
to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Our
vision is a world without Alzheimer’s. For more information, call toll-free
800.272.3900 or visit www.alz.org/nca.

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for the
In 2008, Fairfax County police discovered six children, ranging in age from
1 to 15 years, huddled together in a motel room with little food, no milk, and
no adult supervision. Suffering from severe neglect and abuse, and – for many
years – deprived of adequate medical care, the parents of these children had
evaded Child Protective Services by keeping them out of school and remaining
on the move. The children were taken into custody by the Fairfax County
Department of Family Services and their case was brought before a judge in
Fairfax County’s Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court. The judge
appointed to the case ruled that the children were abused and neglected and
signed an order appointing a Court Appointed Special Advocate – a CASA
Volunteer. This highly trained citizen volunteer spent time with each of the
children, investigated their particular circumstances, and wrote reports to
the Court for each hearing over the next two years, always advocating for
each child’s best interests. After two years, the children’s parents could not
demonstrate that they were able provide a stable and safe home for the children.
The CASA Volunteer recommended that parental rights be terminated, as did
the Department of Family Services. The Court agreed, and all six children
were adopted by two foster families.
Fairfax CASA is the county’s only organization operating at the Court’s
request to provide quality volunteer representation to children who are innocent
victims of life-threatening abuse, neglect, or abandonment. Volunteers with the
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CASA program are empowered by the Court to advocate for the
best interests of each child placed under the Court’s protection,
and to ensure that they are placed in safe and permanent homes as
quickly as possible. The social service, legal, and judicial systems
in Fairfax County depend on Fairfax CASA to recruit, train, and
support these specialized volunteers.
Fairfax CASA volunteers, supported by a professional staff,
have been serving the needs of Fairfax County’s abused and
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is highly respected by the Court and the community for providing
a valuable safety net for children. The Court relies heavily on a
CASA volunteer’s work and requests that Fairfax CASA assign a
volunteer to every abuse and neglect case before the Court. With an
average referral rate of one child every 38 hours, Fairfax CASA has
a challenging responsibility to continuously recruit volunteers.
constant presence for children over
the life of a case, and an unwavering
commitment to the child is vital for
serving that child’s best interests.
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Since its incorporation in 1989, Fairfax CASA has trained 1,486
volunteers who have advocated for the best interests of more than
5,000 children. Successful CASA volunteers share a number of
qualities: a love of children, a strong sense of responsibility, and
an ability to work with diverse groups of people. Retirees make
excellent CASA volunteers because they have the time to really get
to know the families and build the trust needed to make decisions
in each child’s best interest.
Bilingual volunteers are also in demand to help ensure that
children from Spanish speaking families receive the same level
of care and service as other children. Ideally, these volunteers
provide the cultural understanding to build rapport with the
family and the English language skills to report the child’s
situation back to Court.
Most important, CASA volunteers make the commitment to
remain with their assigned cases until the Court closes the case.
The lifespan of a case is unpredictable; an average case lasts about
18 months, but some cases may continue for two years or longer.
“It is devastating to see a child abandoned by a CASA volunteer
who drops a case,” says Fairfax CASA Executive Director Lisa
Banks. “These children experience tremendous upheaval in their
lives. CASA volunteers are often the only constant presence for
children over the life of a case, and an unwavering commitment
to the child is vital for serving that child’s best interests.”
Fairfax CASA conducts training classes three
times each year. The next training class begins in
September. To learn more about becoming a CASA
volunteer, visit, http://www.SpeakForTheChildren.
org, or contact Elisa Kosarin, Associate Director,
Recruitment & Training, at (703) 273-3526, ext. 22.,
or ekosarin@casafairfax.org.
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Real Est
ate

Chesapeake Bay Real Estate

on the Western Shore of Maryland
By Melissa Solms-Baruth, GRI, CLHMS
Properties for Sale on the Bay
W hen someone mentions the Chesapeake Bay,
there are many images that come to mind in-
cluding mouthwatering crab cakes, fried oys-
ters, and other delicious seafood, swimming, sport fishing,
Within 1-2 Hours of Northern Virginia
1. One (1) acre with 50 feet of waterfront on the Chesapeake Bay. Asking $75,000 (recreational)
sailing, and long sandy beaches. Whether you are in Vir-
ginia, Delaware or on the Eastern, or Western Shore of 2. Three (3) acres with 1,800 feet of sandy beach on Tanner Creek and the Chesapeake Bay. Asking $120,000 (recreational )
Maryland, there is just something very special about the
Chesapeake Bay. 3. Cozy 3 bedroom, 1 bath cottage with pier and 100 feet of waterfront on the bay. Asking $309,000
While some of the shoreline along the bay consists of 4. Loft home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths on ½ acre, private pier and 50 feet on the bay. Asking $349,000
cliffs which do provide a breathtaking view, these unpro-
5. Chesapeake Bay Cottage 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, with 125 feet on the bay and sandy beach. Asking $479,000
tected areas are very difficult if not impossible to protect
from erosion. Other more level areas of shoreline along the 6. Three level contemporary home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, elevator, private pier & 100 feet on the bay. Asking $539,000
bay offer beautiful sandy beaches and spectacular water
7. Carolina contemporary with 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, office, gourmet kitchen, private pier & 75 feet on the bay. Asking $669,000
views from your kitchen window, second floor bedrooms,
and third floor balconies. 8. Three level colonial with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, private pier, boatlift, and 70 feet on the bay. Asking $729,000
The Chesapeake Bay Act has implemented harsh restric- 9. Contemporary three level with 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths, private pier and 60 feet on the bay. Asking $869,000
tions on development along the bay. Development of new
building lots make new construction very difficult and ex- 10. Chesapeake Bay Beach House with 6 bedrooms, 3 baths, 75 feet on the bay and a beautiful sandy beach. Asking $949,000
pensive, with an uncertain outcome. The number of existing
homes and buildable land on the bay is
finite, which makes it a very
wise investment that can be en-
joyed with family and friends
Did You Know?
while its value continues to in-
crease in the years to come and
Fun Facts about
into the next generation.
There are a variety of choices
The Chesapeake Bay
along the bay on the Western
Shore of Maryland—everything 1. Name of the legendary sea monster said to live in
from recreational waterfront lots, the bay. A. Chessie B. Bay Monster C. Chesapeake
to cozy Chesapeake Bay Cottages, Serpent
to luxury waterfront homes in es-
tablished communities, and a vari- 2. Chesapeake is a native American word meaning
ety of options in between. There are
A. The Noblest Bay, B. Great Shellfish Bay, C. Treasure Bay.
even a couple of very large parcels
remaining with a mile or more of shoreline—one with a
mile of private sandy beach, which is buildable and suit- 3. The Length of the Bay is A.175 miles, B. 200 miles, C. 225 miles.
able for a corporate retreat, family compound, or invest-
ment with attractive long term tax benefits. 4. The Chesapeake Bay holds over A. 15 trillion, B. 15 million, C. 90 million
Prices range from $ 75,000 for a recreational lot on the gallons of water.
bay suitable for relaxing weekends in your RV, to a million
or more for a newly constructed home, to a couple of mil-
5. The Bay produces A. 55 million, B. 150 million, C. 500 million pounds of
lion dollars for one of the few remaining very large parcels
seafood every year.
which offer total privacy suitable for executives, diplomats,
professional athletes, or other individuals for whom privacy
is paramount. 6. The Chesapeake Bay is an A. tidal pond, B. brackish ocean,
Property along the bay on the Western Shore in C. estuary, a body of water where fresh and salt water mix.
Southern Maryland is less expensive than property along
the bay as one heads north into Anne Arundel County. Answers: 1A, 2B, 3B, 4A, 5A, 6C
Generally speaking you will be able to purchase a larger
piece of property, with more water frontage on the bay,
for considerably less in St. Mary’s or Calvert County.
Melissa Solms-Baruth, GRI, CLHMS
For more information on waterfront real estate homes Land, Luxury Homes, & Waterfront Real Estate
on the Chesapeake Bay send your questions to Coldwell Banker Residential and Commercial
Melissa@marylandwaterfront.net, or call 301-904-8627. 22811 Three Notch Road, California, MD
Melissa Solms-Baruth–Waterfront Specialist.
Office: 301-863-0300 • Cell: 301-904-8627
20 Fairfax Woman
email: askamermaid@aol.com
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set distractions, so you focus on communicating, experiencing and learning together,

10 Reasons to Start Sailing Right... Now!
By Captain Lisa Batchelor Frailey
Have you always dreamed of sailing, but never knew quite how to start? Or
maybe you sailed as a kid, and would like to get back on the water. Whatever your
reason or experience level, here are 10 great reasons to start sailing right…now!
Healthy Mind, Healthy Body
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Sailing melts away that daily stress – you literally feel yourself decompress
when you’re out on the water. Your mind clears, and you focus on the here
and now, on the challenge and exhilaration of being one with the elements.
You’ll return to your daily routine energized, clear-headed and focused –
that is, if you decide to return! An excellent full-body, non-impact sport,
sailing lets you discover and tone new muscles without going to the gym.
With proper instruction, you’ll learn to use the lines and winches onboard
to work smarter – not harder.
having fun and forming memories to last a lifetime. While solo sailing gets you
“away from it all”, sailing can also be a very social sport. Sailing clubs, marinas
and regattas give opportunities to meet people from all walks of life, with the
shared interest of sailing. My truest friends, men and women, are my sailing
partners. My husband and I were sailors long before we met at a regatta; we fell
in love and got engaged while sailing together. There is no hiding on a sailboat –
the whole person shines through.
Ultimate Teambuilding
Sailing is the ultimate teambuilding sport. As in business and life, success on a
boat depends on a capable skipper and crew, working together towards a common
goal. Good sailing crews depend on each other, communicate effectively, and
share the load. In strong winds, the crew adjusts the sails to optimize speed and
direction without getting overpowered. Light winds require the crew to seek out
and maximize all opportunities. Whether your “team” is business or family, our
Sail Solomons teambuilding sessions get results.
Women’s Courses
Good sailing schools recognize that men and women often learn differently,
and adapt teaching techniques accordingly. Sail Solomons offers women-only
courses for those who prefer a single-gender learning environment. Many
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and experiment with new sailing skills.

Clean and Green Variety - the Spice of Sailing

Sailing reconnects you with nature. There is nothing so tranquil as the sound
of the wind in your sails and your hull slicing through the water. The most
spectacular sunsets are those you’ll see while anchored in a quiet cove. The forces
of nature can be humbling, but as a sailor, you’ll learn to “read” the wind and
waves and work with those forces, harnessing their power to your advantage.
Sailing is green! Eliminate fossil fuel emissions by using wind power.
SAILING SCHOOL
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and charters offer a wonderful mid-winter escape!
The Price is Right
Sailing is no longer the domain of the elite. With today’s plethora of sailing
clubs and charter bases offering everything from dinghies to cruising yachts,
there’s a sailing budget for everyone! Clubs and charters are perfect for those
without the time or resources to maintain their own boat, and give sailors
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celebrate life’s milestones - graduation, 50th birthday, anniversaries. Couples
looking ahead to retirement choose sailing as a new activity they can enjoy
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American Sailing Association (ASA) Sailing Instructor, awarded “Outstanding
 Instructor for 2009” by ASA. Lisa is co-owner of Sail Solomons Sailing School and
Yacht Charters (ASA “ Outstanding School for 2008 & 2009”) based in Solomons,
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What Women Need to Know
about Preparing for Retirement
By Pamela J. Sams, CRPC
A s women, we have many dif-
ferent roles that we take on
throughout our lives. We are
daughters, wives, mothers, employ-
ees, housekeepers, volunteers and
much more. With all of this activity,
hustle and bustle, thinking about the
day when we will retire always
seems like it is a long way off. It can
be difficult to put effort into saving for something
that seems such a distant idea. However, planning
and preparing for retirement is one of the most im-
portant things that we can do for ourselves.
The most important thing to remember when
preparing for retirement is that your income will
end, but your bills will not. There will be some de-
creases in spending, due to the fact that you will no
longer need to commute and spend money on other
work related expenses, but your cost of living will
likely remain the same or even increase as you will
be spending more time at home. You need to be
sure that you have enough funding to take care of
these expenses for many years to come.
Despite the economic downturn, saving for re-
tirement is still extremely important. However,
many people have decreased the amount that they
are saving toward retirement. Women, especially
feel affected by recent economic events, and are
less certain about their investing and retirement. In
fact, in the last 12 months, women were less likely
than men to have made changes to their investment
strategy. Often, women feel less confident about re-
tirement investing and regret this fact.
So let’s review several options available that
allow you to save for retirement. Remember, each
has its own set of rules and regulations. Be sure you
understand the ins and outs of the types of retire-
ment savings plans you are investigating before
making a final decision. Some of the most popular
options for retirement funding include:
Social Security— In the US, Social Security
makes up about 40 percent of your retirement in-
come. While this free money is a wonderful asset to
your retirement budget, it is far from enough to
allow those who have left the workforce to live
comfortably. You can budget Social Security pay-
ments into your retirement plan, but know that
there is more that needs to be done.
Profit Sharing and Pension— Some employ-
ers offer profit sharing and pension plans to their
employees. These are usually company allocated
funds that are invested on behalf of the employee
and are paid out upon your leaving the company.
There are often penalties involved if you leave an
employer before retirement. If your company offers
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one of these plans, be sure to educate
yourself on the rules and regulations that
govern the policy. Be sure to keep track of
the amount that is in your account each
year and review what your future addi-
tional needs might be.
401(k) Plans— 401(k) plans are very
popular retirement savings plans that are
offered through employers. When these
are offered through an employer, often
employee contributions to the fund are
matched by the company, up to a certain percentage
of weekly or monthly income. In this case, you may
want to elect to have a higher amount held from
your checks to get the most from your money when
it is time to cash out your account. As with a profit
sharing or pension plan, usually you must have a
certain number of years at a company for your ac-
count to be fully vested.
Individual Retirement Accounts (IRA’s)— If
you are not able to start a retirement funding plan
through your employer or the plans that are offered
to you are simply not enough for you to retire com-
fortably when you want to, consider an IRA. Cer-
tain types of retirement accounts offer tax
incentives to those investing up to a certain amount
of money each year. Remember that these are in-
vestment accounts, the amount
they will be worth will vary de-
pending on what you add to the
account, where you invest these A Personal
dollars and how long you keep
the money invested.
Approach to
Even when retirement is
decades away, beginning to pre-
Retirement
pare for retirement as early as
possible will make things less
Planning
financially stressful for you
down the road. Create an afford-
able retirement plan as soon as
possible and you can be certain
that your golden years are spent
enjoying yourself, rather than
worrying over how the bills are
being paid each month.
Making the crucial deci-
sions that are necessary to en-
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ment savings plan that will be affordable for you
and will create a pleasant retirement environment
for you later. With careful planning and invest-
ment help, if necessary, you can ensure that you
have a pleasant retirement without financial stress
or worry.
About Pamela J. Sams, CRPC, MBA
Pamela has been helping women and their
families improve their personal and financial
wealth through good financial planning for the
past 10 years. She is a Financial Advisor with
Financial Planning Services of Northern Virginia
and her office is located in Herndon, VA. She is
an investment advisor representative and offers
securities and advisory services through ING
Financial Partners, Inc. Financial Planning
Services is not a subsidiary of, nor controlled by
ING Financial Partners.
If you would like to see if you are prepared
for retirement, you may contact Pamela at
703-234-7918, online at www.pamelasams.com
or by email: Pamela@MakingMoneySense.com.
Please note that neither ING Financial
Partners nor any of its agents or representatives
give legal or tax advice. For complete details,
consult with your tax advisor or attorney.
What will the next chapter
of your life look like?
Focusing on your retirement
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tomorrow.
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Nominations Now
Being Accepted for
10th Annual
Heroines in
Technology Awards
T he March of Dimes is issuing a call for nomi-
nations for Heroines in Technology®, an
awards program that recognizes women in
the technology industry who have used their experi-
ence, knowledge and skills to benefit the community.
In addition, woman-owned or woman-run compa-
nies will be recognized for extraordinary commit-
ment to local service or philanthropy. The deadline
for submitting nominations is August 1, 2010.
The 2010 Heroines in Technology will be hon-
ored at an awards dinner on Friday, November 12, at
the Hyatt Regency Reston in Reston, Va. New to
this year’s event is the Government Heroines Award,
which will recognize women employed by federal,
state and local governments who exhibit extraordi-
nary volunteerism in endeavors over and above the
mandates of their government role.
The keynote speaker will be Carol Evans, CEO
and founder of Working Mother Media. The 2010
event chair is Sandy Scearce, business development
director with Grant Thornton LLP. The
mistress of ceremonies will be
Amy Morris, co-host of
“Federal Drive” on
Federal
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Left to right, Sandy Scearce and Carol Evans.
News Radio. The evening includes a cocktail recep-
tion, dinner, live band and dancing, and live and
silent auctions.
“This year’s theme is Decade of Heroines,” said
Ms. Scearce. “In addition to honoring the 2010 fi-
including government, not-for-profit and commercial
organizations.
To complete an online nomination form, visit
marchofdimes.com/marylandmetrodc. For more in-
formation on the nomination process or the event,
nalists and winners, we’ll also recognize our 53 for- please contact Kate Leib at (703) 824-0111, ext. 21.
mer Heroines and where they are today.” Past Event sponsors include Lockheed Martin, Federal
winners include Ardell Fleeson, Bobbie Kilberg and News Radio, Fairfax Woman and
Marie Johns. Washington Life.
Proceeds from the event will support local March
of Dimes programs of research, community services,
education and advocacy to reduce the occurrence of
birth defects, premature birth and infant mortal-
ity. Since 2001, the event has raised nearly
$1 million to support the March of
Dimes mission of saving babies.
Nominees will be considered from
all segments of the technology com-
munity in Maryland, Washington,
D.C., and Northern Virginia
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Mediation & Law
Divorce: Do you need a lawyer, a mediator, or both?
By Virginia L Colin, Ph.D., Family Mediation Specialist
Do you need a lawyer, a mediator, or
both? The answer to that question varies
from case to case. In the majority of
cases, I would recommend both, but
there are exceptions.
In general, you can save a lot of money
by having a mediator help you and your
former partner go as far as you can in
mediation. This is especially important
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resources. The mediator’s area of
expertise is facilitating communication
– helping both parties say clearly what
matters to them and why, hear what
matters to the other person and why,
consider a variety of ways to resolve their
issues, and develop agreements about
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still a good idea to get some advice from
a lawyer along the way and to have him
or her review a proposed agreement
before you sign it, but there may be no
need to pay a lawyer for more than that.
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I am refering to mediators like me
who charge only about $95 per hour. Some
mediators are also attorneys and therefore charge
as much as adversarial attorneys (often $300 to
$450 per hour in northern Virginia).
“Mediation is faster than litigation. Getting issues
resolved quickly reduces the negative emotions often
associated with divorce.”
Resolve
custody,
visitation,
support, and
property issues at
minimal cost with
minimal distress.
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Colin Family Mediation
mediatorQ@gmail.com
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In general, you can also spare yourself and your children
a lot of anger, anxiety, and misery by using mediation as
your primary approach to divorce. Mediation teaches
negotiation skills that make it easier for people to resolve
disagreements. Adversarial litigation can send anxiety
and rage skyrocketing. It damages relationships. In addition, mediation is
faster than litigation. Getting issues resolved quickly reduces the negative
emotions often associated with divorce.
Now, some exceptions:
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damage to you, your ex-partner, and your children, get a lawyer – a mean
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choose to help people negotiate constructively, and they do it well, but fees
are usually high.)
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use mediation, people who did get help from a mediator are more likely to
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having a lawyer review an agreement before you sign it. I also recommend
doing most of the work with a mediator. You save money, get things resolved
faster, go through less distress, and are likely to come up with a better plan.
About Dr. Virginia Colin:
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31 Quick Tips for Handling Your Own Virginia
Personal Injury Car Accident Settlement
1. Secure the correct iden-
tity of the person who hit
you, as well as the proper
name of their employer if
they were working for some-
one else.
2. Get the full information
of any independent witnesses
to the accident.
3. Secure the name of the
defendant’s insurance com-
pany.
4. Determine whether the defendant had any other
insurance available for the accident.
5. Contact defendant’s insurance company.
6. Get pictures of the vehicles and your injuries.
7. Find out how much insurance the bad guy actu-
ally carried. If he is one of those schmucks that carried
$100,000 of coverage or less, and your injuries are sig-
nificant, see how much coverage your agent sold you
that will protect you. (If your agent sold you less than
$100,000 of coverage, and never advised you to buy
more, call her up and yell at her if you have significant
injuries.)
8. Go back and get some pictures of the accident
scene as well—the police who investigated the acci-
dent may have taken some, call them and see if they’ll
send you a set.
9. Make a decision as to whether you will voluntar-
ily submit to a recorded statement requested by the bad
guy’s insurance company, without your lawyer being
present
10. For kicks, ask the insurance company if you can
take a recorded statement from their guy.
11. Decide whether you will allow the bad guy’s in-
surance company to have broad, open-ended medical
releases that will allow them to go fishing through your
medical history for some unlimited time period.
12. Depending on your injuries, track down your
own medical records for the last 10 years or so and
read them before the bad guy’s insurance company
gets them and reads them.
13. Figure out which of your insurance companies
(your own car insurance or your health insurance or
both!) should pay your doctors so that you don’t get
sued for non-payment while the bad guy’s insurance
company is deciding whether and when to compensate
you for your injuries.
14. Figure out exactly how much of your medical
bills your own car insurance company might pay.
15. If Medicare or some other government entity
paid your medical bills, contact them and get the infor-
mation as to who they paid and how much and, using
their formula, figure out what they might be owed later
by you if you get a recovery.
16. Attend bad guy’s court appearance if he was
charged with a traffic violation.
17. If the person who hit you was working for a
government agency, watch the “special time clock”
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that may apply to him because they are “special.” sure you are not waiving important rights.
18. Bring a court reporter to bad guy’s court appear- 31. If you don’t like what the insurance company
ance so that whatever he says might be “used against for the bad guy offers you, call us…we’ll tell you
him” later. (Little surprise: most Virginia courts do not whether it’s actually a good offer or not. But….don‘t
record what goes on in the courtroom.) wait too long. We don’t accept “stale” cases.
19. If the person who hit you is “immune” from a
lawsuit—because of their special status in the world— **This isn’t legal advice. It’s just fun information.
check your own policy because you probably have In fact, trying to actually handle a case on your own is
coverage there. something like trying to take out your own appendix,
20. Go back and review your own health insurance or doing a root canal. It’s possible, we suppose, but
policy to figure out whether they will pay the medical that’s not what MOST sane people do. Obviously, we
bills now or wait unti your doctors sue you to get reim- can’t do three years of law school and 28 years of ex-
bursed out of your settlement money. perience on one little piece of paper, so take the above
21. Review ERISA (Employee Retirement Income for what it’s worth. We offer free books, reports and a
Security Act of 1974) and see if your insurance com- ton of videos at BenGlassLaw.com. Drop by and visit-
pany is entitled to be repaid out of your recovery. but...don’t wait too long. Believe it or not, there are ac-
Make sure you aren’t giving your money away just be- tually time limits on when you can begin your legal
cause they send you a form letter! claim. Each case is different, so we can’t list them here,
22. While you are at it, if you are receiving but you get the drift.
worker’s compensation or disability payments for the
injuries, figure out if THEY want to get at THAT About the Author
money, too. Benjamin Glass is a personal injury attorney
23. Don’t overtreat…insurance companies for bad in Fairfax Virginia. He is the author of Five
guys hate overtreatment and they won’t pay for it. Deadly Sins That Can Wreck Your Injury Claim,
24.When all of your treatment is done, get a disabil- which is available at: TheAccidentBook.com.
ity or prognosis report from your health care providers. You can visit his website at BenGlassLaw.com
25. Track down wage and salary information from
your employer and get
those tax returns together
from the last 3-5 years.
26. When treatment is
over, make sure you have
all of the medical records
and bills (not those “expla-
nation of benefit forms the
insurance company sends
you) so that you can submit
them with the “demand
package” you are going to
create.
27. Keep all receipts.
28. Research and figure
out what the reasonable set-
tlement value of your case
is in the jurisdiction where
the accident happened.
29. Make an appropriate
demand on the insurance
company for the bad
guy…one that’s not so
“wacky” that they just ig-
nore you completely.
30. If the insurance com-
pany responds to your de-
mand, and you like what
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Friends
don’t let
Friends
waive spousal support
(at least not before talking to a good lawyer first) !

By Sonja N. Aoun, Esq.

A few months ago, a court in Massachusetts made the

headlines of nearly every major news publication when
it ordered a man to pay spousal support to the woman
from whom he had been divorced for more than twenty
years, even though they had each agreed to waive the
right to seek such support.

Could something like this happen

in Virginia?
Fortunately, in Virginia, a waiver of spousal support (sometimes called
“alimony”) is permanent. Fortunately, that is, in terms of ruling out surprises
like the one in this Massachusetts case. However, women shouldn’t be too
quick to throw away their rights to receive spousal support.
Virginia law does allow a way to go back to court at a later time for
support, or to increase the amount of a spousal support award. Only or underemployed when determining a spousal support award. Vocational
agreements or court orders written with the utmost care, however, experts are often used to help assess a spouse’s earning capacity to assist
generally preserve this option for former spouses. the court in properly imputing income and determining the appropriate
Spousal support decisions can be life-altering decisions. Many women support amount. When someone is self-employed, hiding assets or income,

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today, especially working women, are quick to dismiss the idea of spousal
support. We sometimes tell our clients that even if they are one hundred
percent certain that they do not want support they at least must listen to
what we have to say about it.
The woman who sought support in the Spousal support is
Massachusetts case is a good example. She determined by looking
did so because she had been diagnosed
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health, and duration
But statistically speaking, disability, disease of the marriage.
and job loss will be experienced by many
of these women. Our mission is to educate spouses so they can plan
appropriately, having considered all the options and rights afforded to them
by Virginia law, including reserving the right to request support, even if they
don’t want to seek it at the outset of their divorce.
Support can be paid during the time between separation and divorce,
and may be paid for a relatively short period of time or for the rest of
a woman’s life, depending on the circumstances. Spousal support is
determined by looking at a variety of factors such as education, work
experience, age, health, and duration of the marriage.
Courts may also consider whether someone is voluntarily unemployed
or under-reporting income, these cases require even more sophisticated
analysis and advice.
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consequences of a support award. Properly prepared agreements account
for such consequences and include safeguards against bankruptcy by the
paying spouse.
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could modify or terminate support. Examples of actions that can cause
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person look beyond their immediate needs for spousal support and
contemplate the possibilities that may lie ahead. Protections put in place
now may be more important that you could have ever imagined. Once
these protections are waived, however, they are gone forever.

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Meet the Lawyers
Jennifer Stanford t Jennifer Stanford
received her law degree
from George Mason
University and her
undergraduate degree
from the University of
Richmond. She has
practiced law since 2004
focusing on family law,
wills and estate planning,
and general civil litigation.
Ms. Stanford received
training as a mediator at
the Northern Virginia
Mediation Service
while she attended law
school. Since then, she
has mediated primarily
family law cases as well as civil disputes in the General District Court
of Fairfax County. The disputes have included a variety of complex
topics for divorcing and post-divorce families such as custody, division
of assets and debts, retirement planning, government and military
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child custody and support, spousal support enforcement, division of
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other types of contract disputes. Her practice also includes serving as
a guardian and conservator for incapacitated adults.
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Fairfax Bar Association.
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law since 2001, focusing
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representation. She is passionate about educating her clients and
contributes frequently to a blog dedicated to divorce, custody, and family
law issues in Virginia (www.virginiadivorceandcustodyblog.com).
Ms. Aoun represents individuals in matters such as divorce, child
custody, visitation, spousal and child support, enforcement of court
orders, division of property, military divorces, relocation, protective
orders, and annulments. She believes in working with experts, such as
custody evaluators, mental health professionals, forensic accountants,
vocational experts, or even coaches. She is a family law mediator
and encourages the use of alternate dispute resolution when
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The Art
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AN
EXCEPTIONAL GROUP OF LITTLE WOMEN
… AND A FEW GOOD MEN
By Linda Stone

When the McLean Community Players considered bringing

Director Bill
“Little Women – the Musical” to the Alden stage this July, Shreiner adds,
“We intend
little did the group know that their cast would be made to bring the
up not only of numerous local theater award winners and characters as
close to you as
nominees but that it would also include American Idol’s the book was
when you held it
First 2010 Golden Ticket Winner, Maddy Curtis. in your hands.”

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“Little Women – the Musical” is based on Louisa May Alcott’s
classic Civil War era novel focusing on the four March sisters: Jo, Meg,
Amy and Beth—and their beloved Marmee. The musical adaptation
opened on Broadway in 2005 and featured Sutton Foster and Maureen
McGovern. Director Bill Schreiner said, “The soul of this story is Jo’s Mimi Preda,
quest to realize her personal destiny. Set in a time when most women (pictured below) states,
had little control over the course their lives, Jo’s determination to be “I immediately fell in love
true to herself is an inspiration.” Fortunately the cast he has assembled with the music, and knew
is up to the task of communicating this powerful tale. that I wanted a chance to
Maddy Curtis decided to audition for this production despite play the role of Jo.”
rehearsals being an hour and a half trek from her home in Bluemont,
Va. “’Little Women’ has always been a story I’ve admired. It was
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knew I had to get myself back into shows; it’s my passion. I love the
feeling of being in a show again. Give me a stage and a wonderful cast,
and I’m at my happiest!” Looking to the future, Maddy hopes “to go
to a conservatory or school of music to further my craft and see where

“
God will lead me.”

...a combination of both fresh as well as seasoned talent

enriches the production while providing balanced interplay

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with the female characters.

The principal role of Jo March is played by Mimi Preda. “When I
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like so many others, drawn to the character of Jo. When the Broadway
show debuted, I immediately fell in love with the music, and knew
that I wanted a chance to play the role of Jo. I am thrilled to be a
part of this McLean Players’ production.” Preda’s excitement with the
production extends beyond the role. “I cannot begin to express how
lucky I feel to be in a show with such a talented cast. I am constantly
blown away by their energy, kindness and enthusiasm.”
And from the recognition those fellow cast and crew members have
received, it is no surprise that the group gelled so quickly. Even just
considering several of the other exceptional women—Lisa Anne Bailey
as Marmee, June Schreiner as Amy and Music Director Elisa Rosman—
the ladies have garnered nearly 20 awards or award nominations.
While fewer in number, the men of “Little Women” are impressive
in their own right. Glen North, Brent Stone, Mark Hamberger and
Bob Chaves bring a combination of both fresh as well as seasoned
talent enriching the production while providing balanced interplay
with the female characters.
Schreiner takes full advantage of the cast as well as the Alden Theatre
performance space. “We’ve designed a set and are staging the show to
maximize intimate contact with the characters, which is something only
live theater can deliver,” he said. “We intend to bring the characters as
close to you as the book was when you held it in your hands.”
Schreiner describes this rendition as Jo’s quest to realize her
personal destiny. “The search for each of our own personal destinies
is an essential aspect of being human,” Schreiner said. “I hope that
every member of our audience will see a bit of himself or herself in
Jo. Through Jo’s journey, I hope our audience will be reminded of the
importance of their own dreams and have their faith in their ability to
achieve those dreams renewed.”
“Little Women – the Musical” runs July 16–31 at the McLean
Community Center’s Alden Theatre. Performances are Friday and
Saturday at 8 p.m., Sunday matinees are at 2 p.m. Tickets are $17
and $19 with group rates available. For more info, call 703.790.9223.
Complete show information is available at www.mcleanplayers.org.
The McLean Players also has an active Facebook group and welcomes
new members.

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Aquila Theatre’s ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ photo by Richard Termine
George Mason University’s Center for the Arts
Celebrates 20 Years of Great Performances
By Jill Graziano
G eorge Mason University’s Center for the
Arts celebrates a major milestone this year
– 20 years of bringing world-class performances by
nationally and internationally acclaimed artists to
audiences in Northern Virginia and Washington,
D.C. For two decades, this extraordinary venue on
Mason’s Fairfax campus has provided audiences of
all ages and backgrounds with the opportunity to
enjoy the performing arts.
“To celebrate our 20th anniversary, we have in-
vited back some of our favorite and most popular
artists from previous seasons, as well as an exciting
host of gifted performers who appear on our stage
for the first time, as we continue
to bring to Fairfax the best of the
performing arts,” said Thomas
Reynolds, the Center’s director
of artistic programming.
The Center recently an-
nounced the events of its 2010-
11 Great Performances at Mason
series, a collection of more than
50 events featuring impressive
symphony orchestras; innovative
chamber groups; exquisite opera; Joel Grey photo by
grand Russian ballet; incredible Andrew Eccles
modern dance companies; remark-
able touring theater companies; bluegrass, jazz, folk
and blues legends; colorful dance and music
troupes from around the globe; and heartwarming
holiday performances.
This season offers numerous performances by
renowned or emerging artists who visit the Center
for the first time. The fall features hip, young quar-
tet Brooklyn Rider, who explore the works of
everyone from Bach to Philip Glass. Spanish
songstress Buika brings her captivating vocals and
unique blend of jazz, blues, soul, gypsy rumba,
Afro-Cuban music and flamenco. A sensation
abroad, the colorful, exhilarating Indian musical
July/August 2010
Danu photo by Colm Henry
“The Merchants of Bollywood” enchants au-
diences of all ages. American art forms are
represented by Dailey & Vincent, whose
debut album topped the Billboard Bluegrass
Chart, and New Orleans Nights featuring
jazz titans Allen Toussaint, Nicholas Payton
and the Joe Krown Trio. The Waverly Con-
sort and Synergy Brass Quintet bring holi-
day cheer to Fairfax this winter. The spring
features Opole, Philharmonic of Poland and
Deutsche Staatsphilharmonie on their first
American tours. Renowned in Ireland, Danú
uses traditional Irish instruments and appears
in time for St. Patrick’s Day. Celebrating its 40th
anniversary, Hot Tuna Blues brings a celebration of
blues, jazz, bluegrass and folk performed by Rock
and Roll Hall of Fame inductees Jorma Kaukonen
and Jack Casady.
Cherished regulars who return this season in-
clude Jeffrey Siegel with his beloved “concerts with
commentary” series Keyboard Conversations® and
the Virginia Opera with stunning productions of
“Rigoletto,” “Così fan tutte,” “The Valkyrie” and
“Madama Butterfly.” Modern dance troupes in-
clude MOMIX presenting its green-themed “Botan-
ica,” Parsons Dance with its cutting-edge rock
The Art
s
Parsons Dance Troupe photo by the artist
opera “Remember Me” and the companies of Mark
Morris and Lar Lubovitch performing inspiring
new pieces and signature works. Bayanihan Na-
tional Dance Company, Tango Buenos Aires and
Perú Negro have charmed Center audiences in the
past and return with colorful costumes, vibrant
music and cultural dance. Chanticleer, Leahy and
the Vienna Boys Choir bring the spirit of Christmas
this winter. Touring companies L.A. Theatre Works,
Aquila Theatre, The Acting Company and Mason’s
own Theater of the First Amendment perform
everything from Shakespeare to contemporary the-
ater. Northern Virginia’s own Metropolitan Jazz Or-
chestra and American Festival Pops Orchestra also
make appearances this season at their home venue.
The Center offers nine subscription series: Mag-
nificent Music, Dynamic Dance, Global View,
American Echoes, Enthralling Theater, Virginia
Opera, Keyboard Conversations®, and All Music
and All Dance. Subscribers who choose these series
have the opportunity to attend all of the perform-
ances in a particular genre. Those who are inter-
ested in a variety of genres can select events from
across the Great Performances at Mason series to
create their own custom series. Subscribers can
choose four or more events to create a custom se-
ries, and the more events a subscriber purchases,
the more he or she saves. In addition to discounts
on tickets, subscribers receive exciting benefits
such as priority seating, opportunities to exchange
tickets and invitations to special events with fea-
tured artists. Subscriptions to the Center for the Arts
are available now and single tickets go on sale on
Wednesday, Sept. 1 at 10 a.m.
For more information about George Mason
University’s Center for the Arts or to become a
Center for the Arts subscriber, please visit
cfa.gmu.edu or call (703) 993-2787. Come help us
celebrate 20 years of Great Performances at
Mason!
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