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NewsPotomac Almanac Editor Steven Mauren

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By Susan Belford

The Almanac

Tiger Paws will be dashingthrough the hills and valleys ofPotomac on Sunday morning,Sept. 23 as runners and walk-

ers meet the challenges and enjoy the ca-maraderie of participating in the 8th annualHoly Child Tiger Trot.

This family and community event drawsclose to 500 runners and walkers every year,including the students, families and staff ofHoly Child, members of the Cabin John ParkVolunteer Fire Department (CJPVFD), eliterunners and those who choose to stroll witha purpose. The run/walk begins on the HolyChild campus, travels through Potomacneighborhoods and ends back at the Brad-ley Boulevard school grounds for post-race

activities.Tiger Trot Co-Chair Maria Welsh has con-

tinued her involvement in this race for manyreasons: “Now in its 8th year, the Holy ChildTiger Trot 5K has become a steadfast com-

munity building event that not only pro-motes health and wellness physically butalso socially and mentally. It gathers boththe girls and families from the school withour local runners and businesses from the

Metropolitan DC area in fellowship, to em-power them to be strong and healthy andalso bring awareness and thanks to ouremergency response teams at the CabinJohn Volunteer Fire Department. Eventhough my daughter and one of my sister’sdaughters have graduated, we continue tochair this event because we love seeing ev-eryone working together to make it a suc-cess while also enjoying the family fun itbrings.”

Welsh’s co-chair, Rosina Aguiar, said, “Ilove being part of an event that not onlypromotes health and wellness throughexerciseºbut also brings families and friendstogether in a fun way. Watching participantsof all ages crossing the finish line, cheeringon the sidelines or donating to benefit theCJPVFD truly warms my heart.”

The CJPVFD is the first to the scene whena Potomac resident requires emergencymedical treatment or fire suppression ser-vices. They keep the community safe andconstantly are called upon to respondquickly and efficiently. The Tiger Trot 5K is

By Colleen Healy

The Almanac

Saints Peter & Paul Antiochian Ortho-dox Christian Church is ready for its35th annual Mediterranean Festival

Sept. 21-23. In August, preparations beganwith a grape leaves cooking session, one ofmany planned to prepare for the festival.

Hala Paskaleva enjoys coming to the an-nual cooking sessions because she learnshow to make Arabic food. As a child, shewas taught to make traditional dishes byher mom and feels, “it is fun to come hereand see different techniques and learn fromthe ladies of the church.

What’s nice is that we are from all overthe Arab world. There are third and fourthgenerations here. I am the first generation

to be born in this country. Now I bring mydaughter who gets to put her hands in thedough and learn the names of the food.

“Food is memories. We eat when we aresad and when we are happy we celebratewith food.

At the festival all the food is made withlove. We welcome everyone and want toshow them what it is like to be a part of ourfamily. We hope people get to know us andour culture.”

Steve Simon said, “This event is morethan fundraising; it is about sharing ourculture with the community. It is aboutmaintaining traditions and understandingcustoms and there is no better way to sharethan through food. It is fun to see many

Annual Tiger Trot 5K returns Sunday, Sept. 23. Participants warm up for the Tiger Trot 5K.

Tiger Trot 5K Bounds Into Action on SundayHoly Child’s 8th

annual event promoteshealth and wellness.

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I promise to do my best to:report for duty on timeperform my duties faithfully

strive to prevent traffic crashes,always setting a good examplemyself obey my teachers and of-ficers of the patrol report danger-ous student practices strive to earnthe respect of fellow students.”

That is the School Safety Patrolpledge.

It is a lot for 10-year-olds to liveup to, but they grow into the re-sponsibility as they grow as fifthgraders, according to Julie Macro,a fifth-grade teacher and SafetyPatrol sponsor, along with fourthgrade teacher Lilit Bayburtian, atWayside Elementary School.

“At Wayside, every fifth graderhas a job,” Macro said. “Patrolstends to be one of the favorites.It’s a fifth-grade thing: they get towalk around, be in charge, andthere is the Patrol Picnic.”

The Patrol Picnic is a reward inthe spring for all county patrols —not all on the same day. It is a dayof carnival rides, lunch and hang-ing out with friends. It is a big dealfor the patrols.

Macro was a patrol at Dufief El-ementary School when she was infifth grade and still remembers herpatrol picnic.

“It rained,” she said. “But wecould still got to go on the rides.”

Before they earn that picnic,Wayside patrols help in the halls,the school bus and carpool lines,while riding on the buses and help-ing students in wheelchairs fromthe school’s School CommunityBased Program, Macro said.

“They do a great job,” she said.“Especially in the beginning of theyear when kids don’t know whereto go.

They walk with thekindergarteners and first graders.They are great role models.”

Patrols are an important part ofa smooth-running school Principal

Donna Michela said.“There are just not enough

adults to cover everything,” shesaid. “We have adults with thepatrols where we need to forsafety, but [the kids are a bighelp].”

Together Macro and Bayburtianwork with 58 patrols who areamong the approximately 7,000patrols across the county, Mont-gomery County Police OfficerTerese Guilday said. Guilday su-pervises County Safety Patrols andsupervises and trains crossingguards.

“I love working with the kids,”Guilday said. “It’s a very positiveand rewarding job for a police of-ficer. It helps [them] develop apositive attitude towards police.”

Guilday, too, said that being apatrol encourages the kids to de-velop leadership skills, and sheadded, they are also learning prob-lem solving and improving com-munication skills.

“They really develop leadership

and are doing something for theircommunity,” said. “And they areworking as a team.

“They are like extra eyes andears of the community. Parents relyon them, teachers rely on them.They are often the ones who spotsuspicious vehicles. We train themto be aware of their surroundings,let someone know if there is some-thing suspicious, don’t keep it toyourself.”

Macro said she notices her pa-trols as they grow in leadershipand responsibility. “At meetingsthey talk about jobs and wherechanges need to be made,” shesaid. They make suggestions forimproving their coverage.

The School Safety Patrol pro-gram was started in 1920 by theAmerican Automobile Association.Presidents Jimmy Carter and BillClinton were former patrols aswere 21 astronauts, according toWikipedia.

At Wayside the patrols are gain-ing skills for their futures.

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By Peggy McEwan

The Almanac

Julia Child to speak inPotomac Thursday.Well, not really. JuliaChild, the woman

who brought French cookinginto American homes with thepublication of her cookbook,written with two others, “Mas-tering the Art of French Cook-ing” in 1961, died in 2004.

She comes alive in the person of actressLinda Kenyon who will perform a one-woman show, “Bon Appetite,” at 7 p.m.Thursday, Sept. 20 at Potomac CommunityCenter, 11315 Falls Road. “I wear a wig andI bought a blouse that I thought Julia would

like,” Kenyon said of her prepa-ration for the role.

She also said she adopts themannerisms and voice of Child.And, of course, there was thestudy. “I really liked the bookof letters she wrote to Avis [AvisDe Voto was a good friend andan early editor of “Masteringthe Art of French Cooking.”],”Kenyon said. “And her generalsense of fun.” Thursday’s per-formance is sponsored by

Potomac Community Village, a “NeighborHelping Neighbor” community. “[Kenyon]did Eleanor Roosevelt for us last year,” saidThalia Meltz from Potomac Community Vil-lage. “She was excellent.”

Kenyon is a professional actress who lived

in the Washington D.C. area for 42 years.She now lives near New Hope, Pa, and herprofessional career centers around threefamous women: Eleanor Roosevelt, JuliaChild and Babe Didrikson Zaharias.

In spite of Julia Child’s fame as cook-book author and TV cooking personality,there is no cooking in “Bon Appetite,”which was written by local resident ClayTeunis. “That was a big dilemma when theshow was being written, because you don’tsee Julia without her cooking,” Kenyonsaid. “It is performed in people’s livingrooms, church sanctuaries and [otherplaces] where there is no kitchen avail-able.”

So, she mimes it.“I mime scrambling eggs and sharpen-

ing a knife,” she said.“Audiences love the show,” Kenyon said.

“I’ve always had very good reviews.”Kenyon said that after each show she is

available to answer questions as eitherJulia or herself. One usual question is, doesshe like to cook.

And she does, she said.The performance of “Bon Appetite” is

free and open to the public this week,Meltz said.

To learn more about Linda Kenyon, visitlindakenyon.com.

One-Woman Show, ‘Bon Appetit,’ at Community CenterFree performance sponsored by Potomac Community Village.

Actress Linda Kenyon will performas Julia Child at the PotomacCommunity Village program 7 p.m.Thursday, Sept. 20 at the PotomacCommunity Center.

“That was a big dilemma when the show was beingwritten, because you don’t see Julia without hercooking. It is performed in people’s living rooms,church sanctuaries and [other places] where there isno kitchen available.”

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Yappy Hour 2018Bethesda Urban Partnership and Montgomery Parks present this year’s second

“Yappy Hour,” an evening of fun in downtown Bethesda for residents, visitors andtheir furry friends. Wind down from the week and enjoy the company of your dogwhile listening to live music, enjoying food and drinks by Bethesda restaurants andmore. The pop-up dog park will consist of a small dog and a large dog enclosurearea for well-socialized dogs. Thursday, Sept. 20, 6-8 p.m. at Elm Street Urban Park,4600 Elm Street, Bethesda. Admission is free. Call 301-215-6660 or visitwww.bethesda.org.

Submit entertainment announcementsat www.connectionnewspapers.com/Cal-endar/. The deadline is noon on Friday.Photos/artwork encouraged.

ONGOINGArt Exhibits. Through Sept. 26,

Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. atArtists & Makers Studios 1, 11810Parklawn Drive, Suite 210, Rockvilleand Artists & Makers Studios 2,12276/12280 Wilkins Ave.,Rockville. Artists & Makers Studiosare featuring three lush exhibits attwo locations with a three-galleryretrospective exhibition that spans alifetime of glass artist NancyWeisser’s art making, a solo exhibitfor Spencer Dormitzer, and a groupexhibit of the lavender fields ofProvence with Glen Kessler’sCompass Atelier in the galleries. Visitartistsandmakersstudios.com formore.

Art Exhibit: “Abstract & TheFigure.” Gallery hours, through Oct.31 at Framer’s Choice Gallery, 402Main St., Gaithersburg. VianBorchert’s collection consists of amelange of recent abstract paintingsalong with abstracted figurativeartwork. Visittheframerschoicegallery.com/ or call301-987-8711.

THURSDAY/SEPT. 20Yappy Hour. 6-8 p.m. at Elm Street

Urban Park, 4600 Elm Street,Bethesda. Bethesda UrbanPartnership and Montgomery Parkspresent this year’s second “YappyHour,” an evening of fun indowntown Bethesda for residents,visitors and their furry friends. Winddown from the week and enjoy thecompany of your dog while listening

to live music, enjoying food anddrinks by Bethesda restaurants andmore. The pop-up dog park willconsist of a small dog and a large dogenclosure area for well-socializeddogs. Admission is free. Call 301-215-6660 or visit www.bethesda.org.

“Meet Julia Child.” 7-9 p.m. atPotomac Community Center, 11315

Falls Road, Potomac. Professionalactress Linda Kenyon will portrayworld famous cookbook author andTV personality Julia Child in a one-woman show at the PotomacCommunity Village Septembermeeting. Free admission, open to all.Call 240-221-1370 or visitwww.PotomacCommunityVillage.orgfor more.

SEPT. 20-23“The Last Five Years.” At Randolph

Road Theatre, 4010 Randolph Road,Silver Spring. Produced by TheMontgomery Playhouse andTheatre@CBT, this musical by JasonRobert Brown follows an interfaithcouple through their five-yearrelationship, as we witness themfalling both in and out of love. JamieWellerstein, a rising novelist withstrong Jewish roots, works to balancehis suddenly successful career whileembarking on a relationship withCathy Hiatt, a struggling non-Jewishactress, who is left to deal with herstalled career while watching herhusband from the sidelines. Visitfacebook.com/TheatreatCBT andmontgomeryplayhouse.org.

FRIDAY/SEPT. 21Fall Open House. 4-7 p.m. at My Gym

Potomac, 11325 Seven Locks Road,Potomac. Celebrate 35 years of MyGym with an open house. Learn allabout fall classes, meet teachers, playfitness games, practice gymnastics,and receive back to school discounts.Free. Call 301-983-5300 or visitwww.mygym.com/potomac/articles/8858 for more.

Paul Stanley Art Exhibition. 6-9p.m. at Westfield Montgomery Mall,7101 Democracy Blvd., Bethesda.Wentworth Gallery presents acollection of works from legendarymusician and fine artist Paul Stanleyof KISS. All artwork is available forpurchase. RSVP to 301-365-3270 [email protected] www.wentworthgallery.com formore.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY/SEPT. 21-2335th Annual Middle Eastern

Festival. At Saints Peter & Paul,10620 River Road, Potomac. SaintsPeter and Paul Antiochian OrthodoxChristian Church celebrates their

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Falling for Fall Arts & Crafts Show

Saturday 9/22/18 & Sunday 9/23/18(10am-5pm) (10am-4pm)

Entertainment

“Sunset Over The Water” by Vian Borchert.

Solo Exhibit: ‘Abstract & The Figure’Vian Borchert’s collection consists of a melange of recent abstract paintings along

with abstracted figurative artwork. Gallery hours, through Oct. 31 at Framer’sChoice Gallery, 402 Main St., Gaithersburg. Opening reception Saturday, Sept. 22,3-5 p.m. Visit theframerschoicegallery.com/ or call 301-987-8711.

35th Annual Middle Eastern Festivalfeaturing authentic Middle Easternfood, music, giftware, raffles, pastriesand jewelry. Free parking, freeadmission, carry out available. Call301-765-3400 or visitwww.peterpaulpotomac.org formore.

SATURDAY/SEPT. 22Blacksmith Demonstration. 10:30

a.m.-4 p.m. at Great Falls TavernVisitor Center, 11710 MacArthurBlvd., Potomac. Learn about the artand science of blacksmithing duringthis demonstration. In the 19thcentury, things were generally madeto last; if it broke it was oftenrepaired or re-purposed by ablacksmith instead of being thrownout. The programs at Great FallsTavern are free, but there is anentrance fee to the park of $10 persingle vehicle (subject to change).Call 301-767-3714 for more.

Opening Reception: “Abstract &The Figure.” 3-5 p.m. at Framer’sChoice Gallery, 402 Main St.,Gaithersburg. Vian Borchert’scollection consists of a melange ofrecent abstract paintings along withabstracted figurative artwork. Freeand open to the public. Refreshmentswill be served. Visittheframerschoicegallery.com/ or call301-987-8711.

MCHS’s 60th Anniversary Gala. 7-11 p.m. at Lakewood Country Club,13901 Glen Mill Road, Rockville.Montgomery County Humane Societyis celebrating six decades of servingthe community with animal welfareservices, pet adoptions and animal-related resources. Evening includes acocktail reception, dinner, a videocommemorating the anniversary, andplenty of dancing to the live music ofNew Monopoly. Tickets start at $185.Visit www.mchumane.org/support/events/60th-anniversary-gala/.

SUNDAY/SEPT. 238th Annual Tiger Trot. 8:30 a.m. at

Holy Child, 9029 Bradley Blvd.,Potomac. Paws up and running shoeson for Holy Child’s 8th Annual TigerTrot 5K Run/Walk. After the scenicrace, the finish line celebration andawards ceremony will include music,rides for children and entertainmentas well as food and drinks – free toall runners and families. Go towww.holychild.org/tigertrot5k toregister.

SEPT. 25-MAY 28Teen Writers’ Club. 6:30-8 p.m. at

Potomac Library, 10101 GlenoldenDrive, Potomac. Teens (13-18) with apassion for writing are invited to jointhe Teen Writers’ Club. Learn andpractice new writing techniques,share your work, and learn how tocritique other works with author NealGillen. Free. Email [email protected] for more.

THURSDAY/SEPT 27Ask the Experts for Seniors. 5-7

p.m. at Dawson’s Market, 225 NorthWashington St., Rockville TownCenter. Topics will include estate andelder law issues, home modificationsfor aging in place, daily moneymanager, organizing for life, safetyand security tips, downsizing, homehealth care services and pharmacyservices. Guest speaker is TrishEvans, village facilitator, City ofRockville. RSVP required to 301-213-6327 or email [email protected].

SATURDAY/SEPT. 29Walk on the Canal. 9:30 a.m.at at the

Great Falls Tavern in Potomac.Potomac Community Village (PCV)calls on all its members and their

guests to participate in a Walk on theCanal. Combining physical activitywith social connections in abeautiful, accessible MontgomeryCounty location, walkers will proceedalong the River Trail for about fourmiles. RSVP’s are required byThursday, Sept. 27 to 240-221-1370,[email protected] using the sign up form onwww.PotomacCommunityVillage.org.Include name and mobile phonenumber to be advised on the morningof any event plan changes.

TUESDAY/OCT. 2Read to a Dog. 4:30-5:30 p.m. at

Potomac Library, 10101 GlenoldenDrive, Potomac. Every first and thirdTuesday of the month, school-agechildren, especially beginnerslearning to read and those who wantto improve their confidence inreading skills, are invited to practicereading aloud in short (10-15minute) semi-private sessions with acertified therapy dog. First-come,first-served. No registration required;no younger siblings. Free. Call 240-777-0694.

SATURDAY/OCT. 6Dulcimer Music. 12:30-3 p.m. at

Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center,11710 MacArthur Blvd., Potomac.Live music by the MountainDulcimers of Northern Virginia.Visitors can try playing. Theprograms at Great Falls Tavern arefree, but there is an entrance fee tothe park of $10 per single vehicle(subject to change). Call 301-767-3714 for more.

Taste in Potomac. 6:30-11:30 p.m. atThe Bolger Center, 9600 NewbridgeDrive, Potomac. Taste in Potomacbrings together leaders in thecommunity, advocates for childrenand friends who care together.Guests enjoy an evening of fabulousauctions and delicious food fromPotomac area restaurants. Nearly 30restaurants donate their fare for theenjoyment of our guests and to helpAdoptions Together raise awarenessand funding to find homes forchildren in foster care. Call 301-503-6741 or visitwww.adoptionstogether.org.

Piano Trio Gems by Ravel andTchaikovsky. 8 p.m. atWestmoreland Congregational UCC,1 Westmoreland Circle, Bethesda.Pressenda Chamber Players present

piano trio gems by Ravel andTchaikovsky as part of the 2018-19Washington Conservatory ConcertSeries. Free, with donations welcomeat the door. Visitwww.westmorelanducc.org/ formore.

Toast in Potomac (The AfterParty). 10 p.m.-12:30 a.m. in TheBolger Center - Franklin Room. TheToast in Potomac welcomes our nextgeneration of community partnersand emerging champions to enjoy anevening of dancing, mingling, foodfrom Potomac area restaurants, theA-List beauty bar, and much more…The after party proceeds benefitAdoptions Together and FamilyWorksTogether. Limited tickets areavailable, reserve early. Call 301-503-6741 or visitwww.adoptionstogether.org orwww.familyworkstogether.org.

SATURDAY-SUNDAY/OCT. 13-14Bethesda Arts Festival. Saturday, 11

a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.at Bethesda Row, 4841 BethesdaAve., Bethesda. The 21st AnnualBethesda Row Arts Festival, one ofthe region’s premier arts festivals,brings together 190 national artists ina free outdoor art gallery. Free. Call301-637-5684 or visitwww.bethesdarowarts.org for more.

MONDAY/OCT. 15The Stitching Club. 4:30 p.m. at

Potomac Library, 10101 GlenoldenDrive, Potomac. Join other stitchersand share ideas while working onindividual needle craft projects, bringpersonal supplies. For ages 8 and up.All skill levels welcome. Meets once amonth. No registration required.Free. Call 240-777-0694.

TUESDAY/OCT. 16Read to a Dog. 4:30-5:30 p.m. at

Potomac Library, 10101 GlenoldenDrive, Potomac. Every first and thirdTuesday of the month, school-agechildren, especially beginnerslearning to read and those who wantto improve their confidence inreading skills, are invited to practicereading aloud in short (10-15minute) semi-private sessions with acertified therapy dog. First-come,first-served. No registration required;no younger siblings. Free. Call 240-777-0694.

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2 9832 AVENEL FARM DR ......... 7 .. 6 . 2 .... POTOMAC ... $1,440,000 ... Detached ....... 0.53 ......... 20854 ................. AVENEL ................ 07/27/18

3 10609 STABLE LN ................. 4 .. 4 . 1 .... POTOMAC ... $1,430,000 ... Detached ....... 0.40 ......... 20854 ............. RIVER FALLS ............ 07/30/18

4 11417 PATRIOT LN ................ 6 .. 5 . 2 .... POTOMAC ... $1,382,500 ... Detached ....... 0.18 ......... 20854 ......... POTOMAC CREST ........ 07/27/18

5 7803 CADBURY AVE .............. 4 .. 3 . 2 .... POTOMAC ... $1,350,000 ... Townhouse .... 0.05 ......... 20854 .......... PARK POTOMAC .......... 07/25/18

6 10305 HOLLY HILL PL ............ 5 .. 4 . 2 .... POTOMAC ... $1,335,000 ... Detached ....... 0.47 ......... 20854 .............. BLENHEIM .............. 07/18/18

7 9917 HALL RD ...................... 5 .. 4 . 1 .... POTOMAC ... $1,303,000 ... Detached ....... 0.46 ......... 20854 ........ POTOMAC VILLAGE ....... 07/09/18

8 9209 CAMBRIDGE MANOR CT . 5 .. 5 . 1 .... POTOMAC ... $1,300,000 ... Detached ....... 0.98 ......... 20854 ....... POTOMAC OUTSIDE ....... 07/27/18

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By Marilyn Campbell

One of the most unsettling times in aparent-child relationship can be theperiod of adolescence when childrenare growing into adulthood. During

this period say mental health professionals, teens mayexhibit defiance and disrespect while parent mightexperience hurt and question the quality of theirparenting abilities.

This period of time in the lives of both parents andadolescents can be fraught with confusion, pain anddisappointment. Understanding the reasons behindthe sudden shift is one of the keys to navigating thislife change. “One of the most important developmen-tal tasks during adolescence is for the child to dis-cover who they are apart from their parents in prepa-ration for eventually living as an adult,” said MelissaK. McCeney, Ph.D., professorof psychology at MontgomeryCollege. “They are working todefine their own values andgoals, and part of that processinvolves questioning author-ity.”

“It’s a natural part of sepa-ration from parents,” addedLinda Gulyn, Ph.D., professorof psychology at MarymountUniversity. “In fact most be-haviors described as rude ordisrespectful are the teen’sway of expressing her desireto be her own person; not anextension of the parent.”

Understanding what a childof this age might be feelingand experiencing can makeparents more empathetic pre-pare them to help guide theirchildren through this develop-mental period. “Adolescentsalso tend to be very idealisticand absolute in their thinking,which may lead them to be-come critical of parents whocan’t possibly live up to unre-alistic standards,” said McCeney. “Brain developmentduring adolescence can make teens less sensitive tohow other people are feeling and more sensitive totheir own feelings. Consequently, they may behavein self-centered and inconsiderate ways without evenrealizing it.”

During this period, some parents may questiontheir parenting skills or style. “These things will hap-pen regardless of parenting style because they’re anormal part of the developmental process,” saidMcCeney “Parenting style could affect how difficultthis transitional period is, though. Children whoseparents are overly permissive or demand immediatecompliance with no discussion under threat of pun-ishment are more likely to become teens who arevery rude and disrespectful. Parents who have con-sistently had high expectations for their childrenwithin the context of a warm and nurturing rela-tionship have already laid the groundwork for moreconstructive conflict resolution.”

Gulyn suggests that parents exhibit authority, butavoid extremes. “Always set limits and boundaries,

but do it in a way that you maintain a warm rela-tionship with your child,” she said. “Research showsthat authoritarian, that is strict and punitive, andpermissive, having no rules or boundaries, result inthe most disrespectful and difficult rebellious behav-iors.”

When adolescents rebel, the way a parent respondscan set the tone for the eventual outcome. “In myopinion, the parent needs to diffuse that momentwith empathy or at least an expression of understand-ing how it must be for the teen,” said Gulyn. “[Forexample,] ‘I know it’s frustrating trying to keep allthose homework assignments straight ...’”

“I also believe the teen needs feedback that hisrudeness hurts,” continued Gulyn. “[For example,]‘Wow, that really made me feel bad when you talkedto me that way.’ You are the parent. You need to helpyour teen develop empathy and understand the con-

sequences of their behaviors.”Encourage children to think

about the effect their behaviormight have on others, suggestsJerome Short, Ph.D, associateprofessor of psychology atMarymount University. “Parentsshould ask their children, ‘Howwould you feel if someone didthat to you?’ or ‘How do youthink that person feels after youdid that?’, suggests Short. “Thesequestions increase a focus onempathy and compassion. Par-ents should make it clear thatthey value kindness and respectand want their children to valuethose principles too.”

Reinforcement is more effec-tive than punishment, advisesMcCeney, but she underscoresthe reality that actions have con-sequences, and sometimesthey’re unpleasant. “When pun-ishment seems appropriate, try tostick with natural consequencesas much as you can,” she said.“For example, a teen who is be-ing hateful at the dinner table

might need to eat alone. If your child is insulting toyou while you drive him to a party, perhaps youshould turn around and go back home instead.”

McCeney advises against consequences withoutwarning. “If you go the punishment route, though,it’s important to make sure your teen knows in ad-vance exactly what the consequence will be and howthey need to change their behavior in order to avoidit,” she said. “For example, instead of making anunexpected screeching U-turn, say, ‘What you justsaid to me was really rude, and I don’t see why Ishould do you a favor if you’re not going to be nice.If you speak disrespectfully to me again, we’ll turnaround and go home.’ Then follow through as nec-essary. If you know your kid is likely to act up in aparticular situation, lay out the rules ahead of time,”continued McCeney. “If they tend to be rude to youto show off to their friends, let them know that if ithappens at tomorrow’s movie night at your house,they won’t be able to have company over next week-end. Then they can make their own informedchoices.”

Child development experts offer suggestionsfor a difficult period of development.

Navigating the Tween Years

❖ Model appropriate behavior. If your childyells at you and you respond by raisingyour own voice, they will seethe at yourhypocrisy. Don’t allow them to tempt youto stoop to their level.

❖ Choose your battles. If they actually do theirchores, it won’t hurt “not to notice” thatthey rolled their eyes and grumbled undertheir breath while they did them.

❖ Enforce appropriate boundaries. If yourchild is being rude and disrespectful, refuseto engage no matter how hard they push.Say something like, “I’ll be happy to discussthis with you when you can speak to merespectfully,” and then calmly walk away.

❖ Say yes when you can. Grant moreindependence as your child demonstratesthat they can be trusted with it. Help themto understand that handling conflictrespectfully is a sign of maturity and thatyou’ll respond to it as such.

❖ Show them that you still care. Continue tobe affectionate toward them and connectwith them however you can despite the factthat they’re not always behaving in themost lovable ways at this time. Often, teensfeel lonely and vulnerable under theirprickly exterior. Be generous with hugs,and remember that this is only a season. Itwill pass.

Addressing Rude TeenAnd Tween Behavior

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Tiger Trot 5K This Sundayone of the most special events inour community because all pro-ceeds remain in the Potomac com-munity — to benefit the ConnellySchool of the Holy Child Healthand Wellness Programs as well asthe Cabin John Park Volunteer FireDepartment.

Students at Holy Child enjoyparticipating in this fun event – butthis year the school has created fun“Challenges” which pit studentsagainst their teachers.

There are bronze, silver and goldpackages in both the Middle andUpper Schools. Thus, if studentsin the Middle School beat Mrs.Davis, Mrs. Kannapell or Mr.O’Dea, they receive a free Home-work pass, lunch and a gift card.In the Upper School the prizes arefor beating Mrs. Bradley, Mrs.Greene and Coach Cali; these win-ners receive a prize pack, a giftcard – and free lunch with a “sig-nificant” gift card.

“I love participating in our an-nual 5k because it is a great com-munity event that is fun for thewhole family.ºRunning and walk-ing are not only great for youphysically but also keeps youstrong mentally,” said MiddleSchool Counselor Lindsay Davis

(one of the staff to beat).The morning will begin with

warm-ups and last minute regis-trations. Then the run/walk willbegin and after, there will be mu-sic, food and a special time to mixand mingle.

Ashley Lowry, dean of academ-ics at Holy Child said, “There issomething about the atmosphereon the morning of a 5K — every-one is happy and the sense of ca-maraderie is strong. It’s an extraspecial opportunity to run along-side my students and their fami-lies since the spirit of Holy Childalive and joyful all along thecourse.”º

All participants will receive afree race tee-shirt and there willbe prizes for the top three femaleand male contestants. Registrationis now $35 for adults, $25 foryouth and $20 for children 10 andunder. Registration packet pick-upis Saturday, Sept. 22 from 12-4p.m. at the school or from 7 – 8a.m. on the day of the race. Manylocal businesses are donating food,beverages and serving as sponsors.

The race is on – rain or shine.To register online or for more in-formation, go to https://r u n s i g n u p . c o m / R a c e / M D /Potomac/HolyChildTigerTrot.

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‘Sharing Our Culture’generation working together toprepare the different dishes.”

Nadia El-Hage said, “This is ourchurch and we try to help beforethe festival in anyway we can andcome to help prepare food when-ever we can. We help to organizeand are happy to do that. We area close knit community. I made tra-ditional food for my children ev-ery Friday. The food is time con-suming to make, but worth it inthe end.”

Michael El-Hage said, “We rolled3,500 grape leaves with over 20people rolling and stuffing themwith the meat and rice mixture.

Father Isaac Crow said, “MiddleEastern food is widely availablenow. We represent food from manycountries: Syria, Jordan, Lebanon,Palestine, Greece, Turkey. Thegrape leaves are made differentlyin each country.

All the food at the festival ishandmade. It will be three days offood, community, culture andfaith. We are reaching out to thecommunity and this is an impor-tant event for us. We are an immi-grant culture and are proud andhonored to be a part of the com-munity.”

All the food is made from fam-ily recipes and each year some newdishes are offered. The festival willalso have guided tours of thechurch and Byzantine singing.There will also be activities forchildren to do such as face paint-ing, a playground, crafts, andgames.

Saturday night there will be aDJ and dancing.

The bazaar will feature authen-tic, homemade cuisine and sweetssuch as grape leaves, kibbi, spin-ach pies, falafel, gyros, shawarma,leg of lamb, chicken kabobs, veg-etarian dishes, ma’amoul cookies,and custard triangles with orangeblossom glaze.

Booths will be selling interna-tional groceries, jewelry, clothes,art, local crafts, olive oil and reli-gious items.

Saints Peter and Paul AntiochianOrthodox Christian Church’s 35thAnnual Middle Eastern Festivalfeatures authentic Middle Easternfood, music, giftware, raffles, past-ries and jewelry. Free parking, freeadmission, carry out available. Thechurch is located at 10620 RiverRoad, Potomac.

For more information call 301-765-3400 or visitwww.peterpaulpotomac.org

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Scenes fromA Dog SwimThe Potomac Swim andTennis Club hosted itsannual dog swim onSunday, Sept. 9.

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Submit civic/community announcements atConnectionNewspapers.com/Calendar. Photos andartwork welcome. Deadline is Thursday at noon, atleast two weeks before event.

ONGOINGSponsors/Donations Wanted. Consider

donating an item for the Taste in Potomacauction and receive a tax-deductible donation.The live and silent auctions help raise thousandsof dollars for programming to support childrengrowing up in foster care throughout the region.Taste in Potomac takes place Saturday, Oct. 6 atthe Bolger Center, 9600 Newbridge Drive,Potomac. Contact Director of DevelopmentMargo Devine at 301-503-6741 [email protected].

Cancer Support Groups. Held at HopeConnections for Cancer Support, BeaumontHouse at FASEB, 9650 Rockville Pike, Bethesda.Free. Weekly support groups for people with alltypes of cancer, caregivers, people withadvanced cancer and a bereavement group. Anovarian/gyn support group and group for youngadults with cancer are offered twice a month, asare monthly groups for people with breastcancer, bladder cancer, blood cancers, andgastro-intestinal cancers.Orientation sessions areheld every Monday at 11 a.m. and the secondand fourth Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. inBethesda. RSVP at 301-634-7500 [email protected].

WEDNESDAY/SEPT. 19Community Input Wanted. 7-9 p.m. at

Bethesda-Chevy Chase Regional Services Center,4805 Edgemoor Lane, Bethesda. MontgomeryCounty’s Department of EnvironmentalProtection seeks input for the sustainablemanagement of the County’s solid waste.Residents, business owners and otherstakeholders can offer input through an onlinesurvey and an open house. Visitwww.montgomerycountymd.gov/SWS/master-plan.html for more.

FRIDAY-SATURDAY/SEPT. 21-22Car Free Days 2018. Telework, bicycle, walk,

take transit or carpool/vanpool (car-lite).Everyone who takes the free pledge for one or

both days will be entered into a raffle.Registrants will also have the opportunity toparticipate in several local area eventsincluding: PARK(ing) Day, Clarendon Day, TheGreat Frederick Fair, Try Transit Week, andmore. Take the free pledge to go car free or car-lite for a day at www.CarFreeMetroDC.org.

TUESDAY/SEPT. 25National Voter Registration Day. Visit one of

the locations listed below, where staff memberswill be present to assist in registering individualsto vote, verifying current voter registration, andproviding information on how to volunteer toserve as an Election Judge. Check registration atvoterservices.elections.maryland.gov/VoterSearchto make sure it is up to date.Students age sixteen or older are eligible toserve as an Election Judge.

❖ 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. – Montgomery CountyBoard of Elections, 18753 N. Frederick Ave.,Suite 210, Gaithersburg

❖ 9 a.m.-noon – Takoma East Silver Spring(TESS) Center, 8513 Piney Branch Road,Silver Spring

❖ 1-4 p.m. – Westfield Montgomery Mall(Food Court/Eatery), 7101 Democracy Blvd.,Bethesda

❖ 5-8 p.m. – Connie Morella (Bethesda)Library, 7400 Arlington Road, Bethesda;Rockville Memorial Library, 21 MarylandAve., Rockville

For more election information, call 240-777-VOTE,visit www.777vote.org, the Maryland StateBoard of Elections’ website atelections.maryland.gov, or follow theMontgomery County Board of Elections onFacebook or Twitter.

THURSDAY/SEPT. 27“Ask the Expert for Seniors.” 5-7 p.m. at

Dawson’s Market, 225 North Washington St.,Rockville Town Center. An interactive eveningcovering: Estate and elder law issues, homemodifications for aging in place, daily moneymanager, home health care services, pharmacyservices, safety and security tips, and organizingfor life. Guest speaker is Trish Evans, villagefacilitator, City of Rockville. RSVP to 301-213-6327 or email [email protected].

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Kenny Lourie is an Advertising Representative forThe Potomac Almanac & The Connection Newspapers.

By KENNETH B. LOURIE

You know what’s impossible – or next to impossi-ble? Trying to write a funny non-cancer column while on hold with the Oncology Department waiting for calculations to be made by their pharmacist which will determine if my creatinine levels (kidney func-tion) are low enough to allow me to get my infusion today.

No big deal, really. It’s only a matter of life and hopefully my avoiding death.

And to complicate this waiting/holding “intermi-

back and forth across my desk, rubbing my writing hand with her head – while I’m trying to write no less, as she steps repeatedly on my writing pad.

Oh. One more thing, she keeps knocking down the wireless land-line phone that I’ve placed on my desk – which I have on speaker, close enough to hear but far enough, I thought, to keep her at bay. It never ceases to amaze me how cats seem to know where you don’t want them go and invariably that’s almost always where they seem to end up.

Now back to my original situation: Waiting for the pharmacist to calculate my results.

After nearly 30 minutes on hold, with “Twinkle” having been occupied elsewhere during the last 10 minutes or so. (After I implored her to “Give me some space, please?” she jumped off the desk.) Finally, I have received word that I’m approved for my infu-sion. And now that I’m no longer on telephone-hold, I doubt I’ll be seeing any more of her.

Oh. I was wrong. Here she is again. This time however, she’s brought along “Biscuit,”

one of the two oldest “buff-colored” brothers we rescued in September ‘06. But I’m more tolerant of their interference now as I’ve been given the infusion OKAY. (Not a thrill really, but, as mentioned in pre-

a reply-email to me, this third dose of chemotherapy in the last seven weeks might have a bearing on the results of my upcoming Sept. 26 CT scan. That sound you heard was me exhaling.)

Another peculiar feline behavior: they seem to know when their behavior is not as bothersome/interfering as it might otherwise be so they refrain a bit. (A bit.)

So now I have nothing to wait for except Godot (who never shows). My results will show up though, on or about Sept. 28, more than likely via email from my oncologist. Important to consider that the 28th is a Friday and given that lines of communication don’t

know before the weekend so that we can get on with our lives.

And, as I’m sure you can appreciate, this is no laughing matter and receiving results – good or bad – in a timely fashion does enable us to get on with our lives.

For the moment, however, it’s still about waiting and hoping, but no planning – yet. Discussing scenar-ios before the actual facts are known has never been

discussions about alternatives going forward, but until further details are known, it’s all premature.

For the moment then, my existence is about managing expectations, trying to remain positive and letting go.

be what they will be. I don’t imagine there’s much I can do about it now. When those results are known, then we’ll go to plan “B,” or revert to current plan “A.”

way in the short term so all I can do is maintain my status quo. There’s no panic.

Anxiety? Of course. Anticipation? Yes, in a weird way. I would like to know what treatment/potential side effects and all are in store for me living forward but it’s still “early days.” Maybe the cats do know something. We’ve heard it rumored that cats have a sixth sense about sickness and death.

Oh, oh. Here’s comes “Biscuit,” he’s been hanging around me an awful lot lately, very uncharacteristic. Should I be concerned or just appreciative of the attention?

A Tail Notof Woe

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