COMMUNIT-E
October 1, 2004


HAPPY NEW FISCAL YEAR EVERYONE !



OUR PSA LIEUTENANT’S CURRENT E-MAIL ADDRESS:
"Lt. Robert Aiello" <Robert.Aiello@dc.gov>



SOME CRIMES IN THE ‘HOOD

**** From: NDBlanchet@aol.com
There have been recent breakins on Ingomar st. 3900 a week or two and
the big construction project at 41st and Ingomar just last week. Somebody
is working our area.

**** From: Nadine <ngranof@rcn.com>
Several Saturdays ago I saw an unusual event in the alley behind the 4100
block of Connecticut Avenue. It looked like some kind of raid was going
on, with several police cars, officers, etc. Does anyone know what that was
all about? Nothing has been in any of the papers about it. I live around the
corner from 4100 Ct. and am concerned about the increasing noise in the
neighborhood. Did the raid have anything to do with the noise problem?
Thanks.

**** From: Crimereports.com <reports@crimereports.com>
PSA 202
9/18/2004
2100 Hours
Robbery - knife
4400 block Garrison St NW
C1 reports s1 thru s3 produced knives and demanded various property.
S1 then kicked c1 behind the Knee. Various property was stolen. S1- s3 fled.
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PSA 202
9/24/2004
1500 Hours
THEFT - 1
4200 Block ALBEMARLE ST NW
R1 reports for St.Columba's Episcopal that various property was stolen by unknown person(s) when ti was left unattended and unsecured.
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PSA 206
9/27/2004
2300 Hours
3400 Block WHITEHURST FRWY NW
C1 reports while driving w/b on the freeway, unknown person(s) threw
a paper cup with liquid and a rock in it off the key bridge overpass
shattering the windshield and moulding of her auto.
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PSA 206
9/28/2004
200 Hours
ROBBERY - Knife
1200 Block 33RD ST NW
C1 reports that s1 & s2 pushed him into an alley. S1 produced a knife &
said, "Take out your wallet & give me your money & anything else you
have." c1 complied. S1 & s2 then entered a small dark colored auto and
fled the scene.





MORE ON FIRE HAZARDS

**** From: Tom Hier <hier@biddhier.com>
Do not leave old paint or stain-soaked rags lying around. I once left a
stain-soaked rag in a heap in the basement, and came home about 12 hours
later to find it smoldering and ready to spontaneously combust. Had I been
just a few hours later, it could have been disastrous.

**** From: lfkaiser <lfkaiser@starpower.net>
We had a similar horrible experience last year--our 100-year-old house
caught fire while workers were stripping paint with blow torches. (btw, the
fire dept did an amazingly fine job by us!) I then insisted that our painter
finish the job using a new Swedish method that involves softening the paint
with infrared heat. It's much safer in that it doesn't burn the wood and
doesn't release harmful lead fumes. He finished the job with these new
strippers and, although doubtful at first, admitted at the end that they
work extremely well. I only wish I'd insisted that he use that method from
the get-go. For more info: http://www.eco-strip.com; or contact Catherine
Brooks, the local distributor, at 703-476-6222.
--Laura Kaiser








HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL OPPORTUNITY
From: anc3B@aol.com
This Fall there will be another opportunity for DC residents to drop off any
household “Hazardous Waste” items such as old paint or paint thinner, yard
or household chemicals and the such. The date will be October 23rd at the
Carter Barron Amphitheater. This is a great opportunity to clean house of these
potentially deadly items at no cost. Because many homes only have a few items
why not organize with your neighbors to have one person volunteer to collect
and drop off these items. Be environmentally friendly and dispose of such
items in a safe manner.







QUESTION ABOUT VAMOOSE BUS
From KS – I’m planning to take the Vamoose bus to NY in a few weeks.
Has anyone had any experience with this service? It was advertised in
The Current. It leaves from Tenleytown.
www.vamoosebus.com







SOME METHODS FOR REACHING CONGRESS RE: DC GUN
LAWS AND OTHER ISSUES

**** From: Joanne Levine <joannelevine@earthlink.net>
You can get contact information at dcvote.org. On the right side of their
home page, click on their Advocacy Alert regarding this [gun] legislation.
The site will give you phone & fax numbers and contains links to e-mail
addresses.

**** From: Benjamin Slade publicmailbox@benslade.com>
Save your (virtual) breath. I've read that since there's no way to
tell where the email is coming from, most congressman and senators don't
pay attention to it with respect to getting feedback from constituents.

**** From: Carolyn C. Donnelly <cdindc@starpower.net>
The House e-mail format is:
first name.last name@mail.house.gov
You can get a list of representatives at www.house.gov

**** From: bethhaile <elizabeth_haile@hotmail.com>
It is indeed a waste of time to email. Phone calls are much better.
However, the best way to get Congress to listen to us, even though we
have no representation, is to work with a bigger group. DC has a
chapter of the Million Mom March United with the Brady Campaign to
Prevent Gun Violence, which is working to prevent the repeal of our
gun control laws. The head of the DC group is Ladd Everitt - contact him
at LaddDC@aol.com

**** From: nelson jacobsen <nelsonjacobsen@yahoo.com>
I would suggest if your message is about a specific subject that you do a
bit of research to find out which members sit on a committee that covers
your area and call the office to find the name of the staffer that does the
work and then address your remarks to them directly. You would want to
ask the person answering the phone the name of the staffer and how they
preferred to be contacted and go from there or contact the committee directly.


[ From KS – See item at end of newsletter.]




KITTY-CATS NEEDING HOMES
**** From: Darnot@aol.com
CONTACT: Ginger.Rose@cescr.com
Charlie is a smoked tabby with white and Vinnie is a silver Maine Coon tuxedo.
Beauties, both. Please help them live out their remaining years with dignity!
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Charlie and Vinnie live with my parents. Due to an illness, my parents are
selling their home and will be living in an apartment until they decide whether
or not they want to rebuild a small home or move into an Assisted Living Home.
Because of this, I am desperately trying to find a home for these two boys. They
can be split up. The problem is that Charlie is 12-years old and
Vinnie is 14-years old. Very few people are interested in adopting a cat in their
"senior" years. They are both in great health and are current on their vaccinations
and blood work. Can anybody spare a little space in their home for one of them?
I'm open to any suggestions that anybody has. I don't want to euthanize them, but
that is better than sticking them in a cage somewhere and destroying them emotionally.
The quality of their life in their final years is very important to me. They have lived a
great, loving life so far and they deserve to be happy. Thanks to anybody who
responds!
Ginger L. Rose

**** From: tappel5169us <tappel5169us@yahoo.com>
I am looking for a home for two 10 month old kittens. Brother and
Sister. They must be adopted together. Please go to my web page for
pictures of the kittens and adoption details. The kittens have been
spayed, neutered and are up-to-date on all of their shots.
The web page is http://www.mrgeoffreys.com/miko_1.html
Thanks. Tedd Appel







WISCONSIN AVENUE CORRIDOR TRANSPORTATION STUDY
From: Bird, Melissa <mbird@louisberger.com>

NOTICE PUBLIC MEETINGS
The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) is beginning a study to
investigate transportation management improvements in the Wisconsin
Avenue Corridor Area and traffic and parking management in surrounding
neighborhoods. The approximate study area boundaries for this section of
Wisconsin Avenue are Fessenden Street to the North, Reno Road to the
East, Whitehaven Parkway to the South and Whitehaven Parkway/Glover Park
to the West. These efforts are in response to Ward 3 citizen concerns
regarding safety, speeding, traffic congestion, neighborhood cut through
traffic and insufficient parking spaces in the study area and the
potential exacerbation of these issues related to the anticipated
development in the Tenleytown Metro area. The DDOT study team will
provide information regarding the study area, project scope, and
schedule and will solicit public comments on specific issues and
concerns.

Due to the large size of the study area, DDOT will host TWO PUBLIC
MEETINGS, in two different locations. An Open House will be held from
6:30 pm to 7:00 pm with a presentation followed by discussion from 7:00
pm to 9:00 pm. The meeting on October 6th will focus more on issues in
the northern end of the study area and the meeting on October 7th will
focus more on issues in the southern end of study area. All residents
are welcome to attend either meeting regardless of the area of their
concerns.

Wednesday, October 6th, 2004
St Ann's Academy (Gymnasium)
4404 Wisconsin Avenue, NW

Thursday October 7th, 2004
Guy Mason Recreation Center
3600 Calvert Street, NW

Written comments may be mailed/emailed to DDOT at the following address:
John Bullock
District Department of Transportation
2000 14th Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20009
Or email: john.bullock@dc.gov






COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD

**** From: dana miller <danakmill@hotmail.com>
I'm going to be moving to the neighborhood Saturday, October 2. I should arrive
around 5pm, and am looking for a few good teenagers who can help me unload
boxes. I'll pay $30/hour. It shouldn't take more than an hour. Anyone interested
should call this evening. Phone: 917 974 7421

**** From: Bonlevin@aol.com
GET A CAR WASH TO SUPPORT WILSON CREW!
- Car Wash: Saturday, Oct. 9 AND Saturday, October 16th from 10 am-3 pm:
at Chevy Chase Cars, 7725 Wisconsin Ave., Bethesda.
All profits support Wilson High School Crew, celebrating its 20th year of
rowing.

**** From: Polly King <pking@lldhhome.org>
ATTIC IN THE STREET SALE
Rain or shine. Please join Lisner-Louise-Dickson-Hurt Home on
Saturday, October 9 10 until 4 for our annual yard sale
5425 Western Avenue (between Wisconsin and Connecticut Avenues)
Stroll through our stalls, browse our used book sale, shop for used-but-lovely
bargains. Don't miss our silent auction baskets. Enjoy lunch while you peruse
vintage treasures: furniture, books, clothing, houshold items, childrens treasures,
fall plantings ...and much, much more...
All proceeds will benefit the residents of Lisner-Louise-Dickson-Hurt Home
Polly King Evans, (202) 966-6667 x 3361

**** From: Lotte Lent <lottelent@starpower.net>
Newly renovated, furnished (on the modern side) basement studio apartment.
Minutes from Tenleytown Metro. Private entrance, good light, cable modem
ready, spacious closet. Ideal for graduate student/professional. Shared
washer/dryer. $800/month, utilities included. Contact pax1@starpower.net

**** From: Betty Rogers <tenleytownrental@prodigy.net>
For Rent: Fully furnished 3-bedroom house in walking distance to Tenleytown
Metro stop, stores, restaurants, etc. Comfortable living arrangement in a quiet
and safe neighborhood. Washer/dryer. Large backyard. Parking. Central
air/heat. Partial-share with current resident relocated to Loudoun county (call for
specific details on arrangements). Seeking single non-smoker (not for group
rental). $1250 plus utilities (pro-rated for days shared). One month deposit
required. Please contact: 202-841-2864. or Tenleytownrental@prodigy.net.

**** From: Tara Palmore <tarapalmore@yahoo.com>
I am a 26-year-old professional female, looking to
rent a furnished room either on the red line metro or
within walking distance (up to half an hour walk is
fine) from American University where I work. I need to
move as soon as possible because my commute is too
long. I am a very responsible and clean, fun and
friendly housemate. I can afford to pay $500-600. My
position is temporary at the moment but may become
permanent. Therefore I can only commit to rent until
January 2005 for sure. I originally come from Belarus,
but have lived in Russia, Japan, England and travelled
throughout the world. If you travel a lot and need
someone to stay in the house, feed the pets, etc, I'd
be happy to do it. Please contact me either via email
[to-olya@list.ru] or on my cell [(703) 395-7644].
Thank you so much for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Olya Vinnik

**** From: PA2CONSULT@aol.com
– 2 rollaway beds with plastic covers; little used; $55.0 each (originally $109
each)
– For the carpenter or handyman: one 10 inch table saw with attachments, and
metal stand with tool tray and retractable casters, and two brand new carbide
tipped combination blades: 140.00 --current value over $270.
– Heavy duty power tool stand, 34 inches high with lower tool tray - fully
assembled - never used: $38.00; original cost $62.
– Oxyven/acetylene welding system; complete, mounted on portable rack;
including tool box with multiple tips and accessories, brazing and welding
rods: $80. Original cost approx. $250. If interested, call 202-244-2277.
Thanks, Al Peter

**** From: Wendy Maiorana <wendymaiorana@hotmail.com>
I have a truly incredible housecleaner who has 1 day (Saturday) and a 1/2
day (Monday) open.
She has been with us for 20 years. She comes at 8:45 and is here until
4:30, working all the time (she works very quickly and leaves the house
spotless). She does all the laundry. We have a five bedroom, 2-full bath
house in AU Park. Please e-mail me if you are interested.

**** From: Nadine Horenstein <nadineh@mindspring.com>
FOR SALE: 6 foot sofa and matching swivel chair. Still looks good, will
help with delivery in/near A.U. Park. $175 or best offer for both.
202/537-0967.

ONE WEEK AT THE CARAMBOLA BEACH RESORT, ST. CROIX.
Get away to a luxury resort in a beautiful Caribbean setting with everything
at your doorstep . A beautiful beach nestled in a cove surrounded by dramatic
hills and lushvegetation; a fun surf and a lovely pool for the kids. And best of
all, get away from bleak, cold, dreary Washington for one fabulous week in
February. Stay in a beautiful one-bedroom unit with kitchenette, living room that can
be closed off (including pull-out sofa - perfect for kids), spacious
bathroom and screened porch with views of the water and tropical landscaping
perfect for hanging out and relaxing. Resort includes informal and
high-quality dining options; exercise and game rooms; pool; shopping; dive
shop; and tennis. Renowned golf course and snorkeling/scuba diving options
nearby. Check it out at www.carambolabeach.com. We are willing to rent our
timeshare at 10-15% below rack rates. Please email us at
nadineh@mindspring.com to reserve this week!

**** From: Robert Hyman <roberthyman@erols.com>
Over the last few months there have been numerous car crashes in Glover Park
which demonstrate that they actually do occur. On Tunlaw road a driver using
a cell phone hit two parked cars and flipped the car they were driving.
There was a crash at the intersection of Tunlaw and 42nd streets where many
previous accidents have occurred and last night there was a crash on 37th
street near the Blockbuster parking lot entrance. In addition there have
been numerous side swipes of cars taking off side mirrors and bumpers.
Crashes are occurring because of inattentive drivers going to fast! Recently
a car door was taken off on Wisconsin Ave. when the driver opened it without
making sure it was safe to do so. Remember, it is always the responsibility
of the exiting driver to make sure it is clear to open the door and exit.
Please look for pedestrians and cars traveling the wrong direction on one
way streets and have a safe Fall. You're Glover Park Public Safety Committee

**** From: Deborah Dougherty <deborahd@cpcug.org>
LOOKING FOR A PROGRAM THAT HELPS TO BUILD BONES?
You may want to try the "Yoga for Your Bones" class which meets on Tuesday
mornings (9:00-10:30) at St. Columbia's Church on Albemarle St. The Fall Session
runs from 9/28 - 11/30.
"Yoga for Your Bones" offers a unique combination of resistance & weight bearing
exercise along with balance and joint mobility movements in a complementary
sequence for optimum bone building. Rather than being just another yoga class,
Yoga for Your Bones is a well-developed program with class notes and exercise
handouts. The results from this program are very encouraging. No prior
experience is necessary.
Class fee is $88 for 8 classes. Please bring a yoga mat and set of hand
weights. Contact Deborah Dougherty at deborahd@cpcug.org for
additional information.

**** From: anc3b@aol.com
St. Luke’s Second Sundays Concert Series begins on October 11 with a
piano recital by Molly Orlando, playing works by Chopin, Beethoven,
Ives and Kabalevsky. The Second Sunday concert is a FREE half-hour
concert beginning at 2:00 p.m. in the sanctuary, with refreshments following.
All concerts are held at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 3655 Calvert
Street, NW, Washington, DC 20007.
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St. Luke’s United Methodist church is offering a FREE six-week course
based on Bruce Feiler’s Abraham: A Journey to the Heart of Three Faiths
(HarperCollins, 2002, pb.$12.95) beginning Sunday, October 3rd at 9:45 am.
At a moment when the world is asking, “Can the religions get along?” Abraham
stands out as the shared Father of Muslims, Christians and Jews. The course
aims to offer an interfaith message and a vision of hope through insight into
the common origins of these faiths. The course will be led by Dr. Richard Pyle
and will include leaders of the Muslim, Jewish and Christian faiths as contributors.
Dr. Pyle is a psychologist whose interest includes the impact of theology on human
development and faith. He has led courses of this nature for over 20 years. For
more information please contact St. Luke’s United Methodist Church,
(202) 333-4949.







JOIN REP. KENNEDY NEXT WEDNESDAY & SUPPORT DC
VOTING RIGHTS!
From: DC Democracy Fund, Sean Tenner
<dcdemocracyfund@democracyinaction.org>
Please join Congressman Patrick Kennedy at an exciting DC Democracy
Fund reception at 6:00 PM on Wednesday, October 6th. Congressman
Kennedy is helping us fight Congressional attempts to overturn DC’s
local gun safety laws, and has been a longtime supporter of DC voting
rights.

In 1963, Congressman Kennedy’s uncle, President John F. Kennedy,
oversaw the last expansion of voting rights to DC residents when the U.S.
constitution was amended to give us the right to vote for President.

We’re still fighting. DC Democracy Fund is the nation’s only Political
Action Committee dedicated to supporting Federal candidates who back
DC residents’ right to vote and control our own affairs.

On Wednesday, you can learn about the DC voting rights issues pending
in Congress and talk with Kennedy about his fellow New Englander John
Kerry’s campaign for the White House:

DC Democracy Fund Reception with Congressman Patrick Kennedy
Wednesday, October 6th
6:00 PM
Hall of States Building
8th Floor - Terrace
400 North Capitol Street, NW
Closest Metro: Union Station (Red Line)

As always, we ask that those attending our DC Democracy Fund receptions
to contribute an amount they can afford to our cause.

In addition to electing pro-DC voting rights candidates like Illinois Senate
nominee Barack Obama, a civil rights/voting rights attorney who would also
become the only African-American in the U.S. Senate, DC Democracy Fund
is working to fight the attempt by Congressman Mark Souder (R-Indiana) to
overturn DC’s local gun safety laws.

Thousands of independent voters in Souder’s district will soon be getting
phone calls, letting them know that even Souder’s hometown paper thinks
overturning DC’s gun safety laws against our will is a bad idea!

We need leaders like Obama in the Congress to pass a DC voting rights
bill – and we need to stop Congressmen like Souder from overturning our
local laws. And we need your help to make a difference.

Congressman Kennedy and I hope to see you at 6:00 PM on Wednesday,
October 6.
Sean Tenner
Executive Director
DC Democracy Fund
PS – For more information on the event, please e-mail me at stenner@mrss.com
or call (202) 549-6127. This event is being sponsored though the generosity of
Michael Brown, an outstanding DC voting rights advocate.


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