Greeting Preschoolers for 40 Years
Gloria Turner celebrates a rare anniversary.
Each weekday morning for the last 40 years, Gloria Turner has greeted bleary-eyed children, ages 2 to 5, and their parents who are hesitant to leave but watchful of the clock that’s calling them to their offices.
Appointed to Academies
U.S. Rep. Wolf announces service academy appointments.
Rep. Frank Wolf (R-10) announced the 10th District’s Class of 2016 appointments to the nation’s service academies, as well as those selected for Academy prep schools and scholarships to academy-affiliated prep schools.
MPA Fundraiser ‘A Remarkable Success’
The event at Pulcinella Italian Host raises $1,650.
HBC Realty Group Community Charity Champions raised $1,650 for the McLean Project for the Arts at a fundraiser held on July 16 at Pulcinella Italian Host in McLean. This is the most money ever raised by Community Charity Champions and Karen Keys DuVal, Chair of MPA proclaimed the fundraiser at Pucinella's a remarkable success.
McLean Rotary Club Installs New Officers
On July 11 the Rotary Club of McLean installed officers for the 2012-2013 fiscal year: Jan Auerbach--President, Mike Holleran--Vice-President, Dale Lazar--President-Elect, Lynn Heinrichs-- Treasurer, and Paul Sawtell--Secretary.
Dr. Kitay Joins PartnerMD’s McLean Practice
PartnerMD, a subsidiary of Markel Ventures of Richmond, announces the addition of a new doctor to its McLean practice. Dr. Kaleen Kitay, formerly of Prosperity Internal Medicine, will join PartnerMD on Aug. 1.
A Roadmap for the Inner Self
McLean author celebrates one year of ‘Unveiling the Inner Journey.’
McLean resident and author, Alianna Maren, is celebrating an anniversary. This month marks one year since her groundbreaking book, "Unveiling: the Inner Journey," was published. And she is inviting all of McLean to join the celebration.
Jackson Moves On from McLean
McLean High School Principal Dr. Deborah Jackson leaves after five years.
After five years at McLean High School, Dr. Deborah Jackson left her position as principal July 2 to take a new position within Fairfax County Public Schools. Jackson, who is a member of the McLean Rotary Club, was cited by parents and many organizations for her commitment to the school and the community surrounding it.
Woman’s Club of McLean Installs New Officers
A ceremony was held May 30 to install the 2012-2013 officers of the Woman’s Club of McLean.
Outgoing MCA President Honored
Rob Jackson named Lord of Fairfax for Dranesvile District.
Rob Jackson, who served the most terms as president in the history of the McLean Citizens Association, was honored by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors as Lord of Fairfax for the Dranesville District. Jackson, the outgoing president, became involved in community affairs after a random encounter years ago.
Madeira Student Named Horse Show Youth Ambassador
The Washington International Horse Show (WIHS), a national equestrian event based in Washington, D.C. since 1958, has announced Hanna Powers of Potomac Falls, Va., as Youth Ambassador of the 2012 show.
McLean Dancer Wins Gold, Contract
Albert Gordon wins Gold at the Boston International Ballet Competition.
The Washington Ballet (TWB) announced that dancer, Brooklyn Mack, won a Gold medal at the 2nd Annual Boston International Ballet Competition (BIBC) in Boston, Mass., on Sunday, June 17.
Full of Fun Musical Comes to Alden
McLean Community Players to present "Legally Blonde, The Musical."
"Such a sassy show, with so much fun" is Kate Merryman's description of the McLean Community Players’ production of "Legally Blonde, The Musical." "It is just totally upbeat, an inspiration to see."
Pamela Danner Named 2012 ‘Friend in Deed’
The Friends of the McLean Community Center organization named McLean attorney Pamela B. Danner the recipient of its 2012 "Friend in Deed" award. Danner is the 19th person to receive this recognition "with gratitude for outstanding leadership and support of the McLean Community Center."
Nursing Pioneer Abdellah Inducted in ANA Hall of Fame
On Friday, June 15, Rear Admiral Faye Glenn Abdellah EdD, RN, FAAN has been inducted into the American Nurses Association’s (ANA) Hall of Fame.
Share Hosts Benefit Concert
Local musicians play to support local nonprofit.
Charles Wesley United Methodist Church hosted their third annual benefit concert for Share of McLean, a local nonprofit that assists the needy in the McLean area. Share’s five-fold mission includes a food pantry, clothing room, transportation to medical appointments, family assistance in the form of rent or utility payments and furniture delivery.