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September-October 2011

Features

A Sporting Solution?

A Sporting Solution?

With the high cost of high school athletics, booster clubs are stepping in to cover the financial breach—and creating an uneven playing field in the process.

The Starr Report

The Starr Report

After a sometimes rocky ride at his previous post, the county’s new superintendent of schools hopes to continue Jerry Weast’s legacy—and, oh, yeah, have a life.

Educators Par Excellence

Educators Par Excellence

Following are five area educators who’ve earned the adjective of “great,” according to many of those who’ve passed through their doors.

Where We Were on 9/11

Area residents recall the moment they learned of the terrorist attacks on 9/11.

Spy Game

Spy Game

To his Chevy Chase neighbors, Stewart Nozette was an enigma. To his colleagues, he was a well-respected scientist. To the federal government--he was a disaster waiting to happen.

Underachievers

Underachievers

What's a parent to do when a child is capable of doing good work—but can't be bothered to try?

Making Its Silver Spring Debut...

Making Its Silver Spring Debut...

The Fillmore Music Hall opens to high hopes after years of controversy and complaints.

Tom Friedman Writes What’s Wrong

Tom Friedman Writes What’s Wrong

The New York Times Pulitzer-Prize winner and best-selling author talks about what's wrong with America.

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Departments

What Bethesda's Reading

What Bethesda's Reading: July 2011

Top-selling books in July at the Barnes & Noble in Bethesda compared with Barnes & Noble stores nationwide and on www.bn.com.

Hometown

The Boy with the Golden Arm

The Boy with the Golden Arm

Bethesda’s Danny Hultzen was one of those rare kids who really worked at baseball. Now major-league attention has come his way.

Domestic Disturbances

Holy Inappropriate

Holy Inappropriate

We visit some of the most embarrassing moments in a sacred setting.

Since You Asked

Since You Asked: Sept.-Oct. 2011

Since You Asked: Sept.-Oct. 2011

How Round House Theatre got its name and other curiosities about the area.

Driving Range

Happy Ales to You

Happy Ales to You

On Virginia’s Brew Ridge Trail, tourists are all about drinking in the local flavor while enjoying the views.

Suburban-ology

Living Large(r)

Living Large(r)

With outdoor living rooms pushing up against the property lines, we’re really getting to know the neighbors.

Bethesda HOME

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Features in Bethesda HOME

All Fired Up

All Fired Up

Whether entertaining clients or toasting marshmallows with the kids, area homeowners enjoy the warmth and beauty of their outdoor fireplaces almost year-round.

Dar House

Dar House

Hamid and Tammy Darvish Fallahi have created a showpiece that sings: ‘Let us entertain you.'

Bethesda HEALTH

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Bethesda HEALTH

Moody Blues

Moody Blues

Childhood can be an emotional roller coaster. So how does a parent know when a kid’s mood swings are normal—or a sign of something serious?

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Features in Bethesda HEALTH

Fear Factor

Fear Factor

Everybody’s afraid of something. But for people struggling with phobias, that something can ruin their lives.

Moody Blues

Moody Blues

Childhood can be an emotional roller coaster. So how does a parent know when a kid’s mood swings are normal—or a sign of something serious?

Dine

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Reviews

Seasons 52 and Freddy's Lobster + Clams

Seasons 52 and Freddy's Lobster + Clams

Freddy’s fried food? Or Seasons 52’s healthy choice? Our critic’s surprising answer.

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Cooking Class

Maryland Crab Cakes

Maryland Crab Cakes

An authentic taste

Education and Parenting

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Education

A Sporting Solution?

A Sporting Solution?

With the high cost of high school athletics, booster clubs are stepping in to cover the financial breach—and creating an uneven playing field in the process.

The Starr Report

The Starr Report

After a sometimes rocky ride at his previous post, the county’s new superintendent of schools hopes to continue Jerry Weast’s legacy—and, oh, yeah, have a life.

Educators Par Excellence

Educators Par Excellence

Following are five area educators who’ve earned the adjective of “great,” according to many of those who’ve passed through their doors.

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Parenting

Underachievers

Underachievers

What's a parent to do when a child is capable of doing good work—but can't be bothered to try?

Archive »Fiction

What Bethesda's Reading: July 2011

Top-selling books in July at the Barnes & Noble in Bethesda compared with Barnes & Noble stores nationwide and on www.bn.com.

The First Defense

The First Defense

A short story.