Traditions of Braselton May 2019

The Official Newsletter of the Traditions of Braselton Community

May 2019 Vol. 6 Iss. 5

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HELPFUL NUMBERS

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Public Schools Gum Springs Elementary West Jackson Primary School West Jackson Intermediate School West Jackson Middle School Jackson County Comp. High School

706-654-5580 706-654-2243 706-654-2044 706-654-2775 706-367-5003

Private Schools Jackson Trail Christian School Lanier Christian Academy North Georgia Christian School

706-367-9418 678-828-8350 678-828-8350

Child Care & Preschools Elite Academy First Steps Childcare of Braselton Georgia Kids Academy

706-658-2343 706-658-4075 706-654-5437

College & Universities Brenau Academy & University UGA Visitors Center Georgia Perimeter College University of North Georgia

770-534-6299 706-542-0842 678-407-5000 706-398-3000

Medical Facilities Athens Regional Medical Center 706-475-7000 Northridge Medical Center 706-335-1000 Northeast Georgia Medical Center Braselton 770-848-8000 Gainesville 770-219-9000 Winder 770-867-3400 St. Mary’s Hospital 706-398-3000 Recreational Facilities Traditions Golf Club Chateau Elan Winery Jackson County Parks & Rec Winder-Barrow Community Theatre Tanger Factory Outlets

706-363-9963 678-425-0900 706-367-6350 770-867-1679 706-335-3354

Goverment Services Jackson County Fire Department Jackson County Sheriff’s Department Jackson County Animal Control Department of Motor Vehicles Motor Vehicle Registration Tax Commissioner Voter Registration Dept. of Driver Services (Athens) Dept. of Driver Services (Gainesville) Braselton Post Office Jefferson Post Office

706-367-1911 706-367-6000 706-367-5480 706-535-6940 706-367-6320 706-367-6325 706-367-6377 706-552-4427 770-532-5308 706-654-3301 800-275-8777

Utilities/Services Jackson Electric Membership Corp.

706-367-5281 Windstream 866-445-5880 Jackson County Water/Sewer 706-367-1741 Direct TV 888-777-2454 Dish Network 800-333-3474 Country Boy Satellites 706-677-3394 Jackson EMC Security 706-367-5281 Garbage Hound Trash Service 706-658-2679 Waste Pro 706-227-3222 Important Website www.traditionsofbraselton.org To advertise in Traditions, contact Leah Nelson at The Times - 770.535.6330 lnelson@gainesvilletimes.com Traditions is a publication of The Times. Subject matter published is the opinion of the author and does not necessarily reflect the opinion of the publisher of this newsletter. Professional advice should be obtained before making any decision in which a professional is readily available. Advertisers assume responsibility for the content of the ads placed in publication. Material published may not be reproduced without the written permission of The Times. The information and advertisements contained in this Newsletter are provided for the members of the Traditions of Braselton Homeowners Association as a courtesy only. No representations are made as to information presented, the quality of the goods or services advertised, or the veracity of the statements relating to the goods and services. The printing of opinions, information or advertisements does not constitute an endorsement by the Neighborhood or such opinions, information, goods or services.

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4 Committee Member Listing 6 2019 Events 8 From The Manager 10 Community Calendar 12 Social Committee 14 News from the Course 17 Puzzle 18 Community News 20 News from the Courts 21 Health 22 2019 Graduates 27 Community News 28 Events 30 Paran’s Corner Community Association Office: 401 Delaperriere Loop: 706-654-9121 Monday - Friday: 10am to 6pm · Resident ID Badge replacement for $25 · Notary Services available for $3 Lost Pet/Animal Disturbances: For lost pets, dangerous animals and/or unclaimed pets, please contact Jackson County Animal Control at 706-367-5480 Mailbox Replacement/Repair: Brett Schwartz: 918-605-4209 Traditions Grille: 706-363-9963 x4 Hours of Operation: Monday: 11AM-3PM Friday: 11AM-9PM Tuesday : Closed Saturday: 8AM-4PM Wednesday: 11AM-9PM Sunday: 8AM-4PM Thurdays: 11AM-3PM

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Acy & Valerie Estes Diego Soto APRIL MAY2019 2019

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COMMITTEE MEMBER LISTING Board of Directors

boardofdirectors @traditionsofbraselton.org Whit Marshall Paul Thompson Bryan Allen

Architectural Review Board

arb@traditionsofbraselton.org Hunter Bicknell (HOA Rep) David Hobbs (HOA Rep) Whit Marshall Michael Hart (Architect) Addison Wilson Bryan Allen

Community Control Committee

communitycontrol @traditionsofbraselton.org Quarterly Meeting

Michael Rubio, Chair Hunter Bicknell Gregg Adams Debbie Fratini

Finance Committee

finance @traditionsofbraselton.org Quarterly Meeting

Bryan Allen, Chair Steve Morrell Wayne Davis Beth Grimes Donna Cowart Ralph NeSmith

Recreation Area

recreation @traditionsofbraselton.org Brett Schwartz Jerry Hohman

Communication Committee

communications @traditionsofbraselton.org Lloyd Ocampo Cindy Hohman Debbie Fratini

Tennis Committee

tenniscommittee @traditionsofbraselton.org Ginger Reeves, Chair Bret O’Steen James Livingston Margaret Peterson Tracy Woodall Keith Cheek Debbie Cheek Paul Peterson Tim Burke Mary Burke Lance Tomlin Amie Botts

Social Committee

socialcommittee @traditionsofbraselton.org Meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7pm

Sheila Anderson, Chair Melissa Pilgrim Caroline Pergantus Heather Bennett Kelli Eureka Tracy Pagano Danielle Connor Ashley Cooper Annette McDonald Kelly Hannifin Deb Stone

Capital Improvements & Special Projects capitalimprovements @traditionsofbraselton.org Meets the 3rd Monday of the month from 6:30-7:30pm

David Ehrhardt, Chair Beth Grimes Kenny Whitworth Jason Kilgore William Patterson Dan Nevill Bret O’Steen

Grounds Committee

grounds @traditionsofbraselton.org Meets the 3rd Thursday of the Month at 5:00 pm

Jim Barbieri, Chair David Green Steve Morrell Jerry Hohman Cheryl Domineau Lane Thompson Jane Gladden Bill Cowart

Hospitality Committee hospitalitycommittee @traditionsofbraselton.org Carol Higbie, Chair Kathy Buffington Donna Thompson Sheree Whigham Connie Freeman Beverly Davis Helen Parsek Sherry Green Kay Costantino Portia Ocampo Suzanne Patterson Nancy Allen

Empty Nesters

emptynesters @traditionsofbraselton.org Cheryl Morrell, Chair Janice Barbieri Mary Ann Barry Beth Eggleston Nancy Bolen Beth Grimes Cindy Hohman Margaret Hanson Lynn Kolb Helen Parsek Karin Waters

Neighborhood Watch neighborhoodwatch @traditionsofbraselton.org Tom Badura Jay Cleveland Wayne Davis Cheryl & Jim Domineau Ralph NeSmith Richard & Tina Carlson Mauricio Cerri Robert Evans Michael Goodman Rich Doeding Larry Miller Sherry & Scott Davis

*Please email manager@ traditionasofbraselton.org if you are interest in serving.

Traditions of Braselton Is Professionally Managed By: Community Management Associates, Inc. Management Office:

Jennifer M. Giacin, CAM 401 Delaperriere Loop Jefferson, GA 30549 706-654-9121 jgaicin@cmacommunities.com

Administrative Assistant:

Jenny Guess 401 Delaperriere Loop Jefferson, GA 30549 706-654-9121 | Fax: 706-654-9127 jguess@cmacommunities.com

Corporate office:

1465 Northside Drive, Suite 128 Atlanta, GA 30318 404-835-9100 Fax: 404-835-9200 Hours: Mon. - Fri. 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

**To guarantee availability please schedule an appointment with the Community Manager

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H O S P I TA L I T Y C O M M I T T E E

NEW RESIDENT

Meet & Greet...

To all of our new Traditions residents, we want to extend a warm “Welcome Home” to each of you!

As our long-time residents will tell you, Traditions is a wonderful place to live and to meet wonderful neighbors who will soon become friends.

and we have one of those events coming up on Sunday, May 19, from 3:00-5:00pm at the Owner’s Clubhouse.

Please come drop in to enjoy some refreshments and have the opportunity to chat with many of our current residents and community leaders. We usually have most of our neighborhood committee chairpersons You will quickly discover that there are lots of activities on site and you can also pick up information about available for our residents from golf to tennis and the neighborhood and Jackson County. If you haven’t pickleball, to yoga, Bible studies, card playing groups, already done so, you can also get your ID badges sewing groups, Empty Nesters and much more. And made that will give you access to the pool and fitness we encourage you to explore all of the activities that center. might interest you.

Current residents – you are also invited to come meet One of the things we do for new residents is to host your new neighbors! periodic “Newcomer Meet and Greet” gatherings, We hope to see you on May 19!

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2019 E V E N T S

Save the Date!

2019 EVENTS

PLEASE RSVP Just a reminder, Traditions has grown so much it is imperative that we do the RSVP system so the Social Committee can plan accordingly! When we use an event company to plan parties we pay per person and we must give head counts usually a week out. So, be on your toes and don’t forget to RSVP please…even for free events!

MAY

Traditions Celebrates Graduates 1st: Pool Opens 4th: Empty Nesters Derby Day at the Owners Clubhouse 10th: Member for a Day at the Golf Club 11th: Paran Homes Traditions Taste, Tour & Play Event at the Owners Clubhouse 12th: Mother’s Day Brunch (Golf Club) 17th: Pins and Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 19th: Pool Party & Hospitality Open House for New Residents at the Owners Clubhouse 21st: Empty Nesters Card Game at the Owners Clubhouse 24th: Jackson County Last Day of School 27th: Memorial Day – HOA Office Closed

JULY

4th: July 4th Parade & Celebration at the Owners Clubhouse 4th & 5th: Independence Day HOA Office Closed 6th: Empty Nesters Pool Party – (TBD) 16th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 18th: Empty Nester’s Card Game at the Owners Clubhouse 20th: Music on the Veranda (Golf Club) – (TBD)

AUGUST

2nd: Jackson County 1st Day of School 4th: Back to School Bash at the Owners Clubhouse 16th: Resident Member for a Day at the Golf Club 16th: Pins & Needles Group JUNE at the Owners Clubhouse 1st: Empty Nesters Pool Party 20th: Empty Nester’s Card Game at the Owners Clubhouse at the Owners Clubhouse 8th: Blood Drive at the 24th: Casino Night at the Owners Clubhouse Owners Clubhouse 15th: Community Event (Fun Golf Event, 26th: Quarterly Community Meeting at Afternoon Pool Party & Cookout the Owners Clubhouse and Tennis) 18th: Empty Nester’s Card Game SEPTEMBER at the Owners Clubhouse 6th: Empty Nesters Event at the 21st: Pins & Needles Group Owners Clubhouse at the Owners Clubhouse 17th: Empty Nester’s Card Game at the 22nd: Music on the Veranda (Golf Club) Owners Clubhouse 20th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 28th: SHEILA FEST at the Owners Clubhouse 30th: Pool Closes

OCTOBER

5th: Wine Tasting – (TBD) 6th: Hospitality Open House for New Residents at the Owners Clubhouse 12th: Fall Yard Sale 15th: Empty Nester’s Card Game at the Owners Clubhouse 18th: Kids Halloween Party at the Owners Clubhouse 18th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 19th: Blood Drive at the Owners Clubhouse 26th: Craft Event – TBD

NOVEMBER

8th: Empty Nesters Event at the Owners Clubhouse 15th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 16th: Holiday Sip & Shop – TBD 18th: Quarterly Community Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse 19th: Empty Nester’s Card Game at the Owners Clubhouse 28th: Thanksgiving Day 29th: Member for a Day at the Golf Club 30th: Decorate Traditions

DECEMBER

6th: Empty Nesters Christmas Party at the Owners Clubhouse 7th: Pancakes with Santa 14th: Golf Course Tour of Lights Event 17th: Empty Nester’s Card Game at the Owners Clubhouse 20th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 25th: Christmas Day

**Dates and times are subject to change, please check back and look for announcements**

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FROM THE MANAGER TRADITIONS OF BRASELTON COVENANTS QUICK CHECKLIST: √ Trash cans must be stored out of view from the street or neighboring properties; √ Please submit a modification request for any changes to exterior of your home; √ Please keep your property in a clean, well-kept manner (yard tools, debris etc. should be removed promptly). This is including the rear of your home when your yard is visible from the golf course, any street or neighboring property; √ Please ensure that your lawn has been properly treated for weeds and fertilized; lawn maintenance should occur on a regular basis and your lawn and landscape beds should be free of weeds and grass and ample pine straw or mulch should be installed at least twice per year; √ Automobiles, trucks and vans must be parked in garages or driveways and may not be parked elsewhere on the property. Unlicensed or inoperable vehicles are considered a nuisance and will be removed. No motorized vehicles are permitted on pathways or unpaved common areas. For example, golf carts should not be operated on sidewalks; √ Recreational vehicles including but not limited to motor homes, boats, jet skis, trailers, motorcycles, minibikes, scooters, go carts, golf carts, campers, buses, commercial trucks and vans must be parked in garages or be subject to removal from the property. Recreational vehicles may be operated on the streets within the neighborhood by a licensed driver in accordance with Georgia law; √ The exterior of your home (to include the roof) should not have any rotting wood, missing shutters, peeling paint, mold or any other unsightly condition; √ Yard signs are not permitted. If you have a contractor working on your home, please make sure they do not place a sign in your yard; √ All pets should be leashed or otherwise controlled by the owner when outside a Unit and shall not be allowed to become a nuisance by barking or other acts. Owners must clean up after their pets. √ Mailboxes should be properly maintained. You should have brass numbers on both sides of your mailbox, paint should not be faded or peeling, and post should be strait.

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Golf Instruction at Traditions of Braselton and Hamilton Mill INDIVIDUAL AND GROUP LESSONS

UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES RETURNING IN MAY • Traditions weekend Pee Wee Golf Clinics for ages 4 – 6 • The Traditions Junior Golf League • Thursday Night Putting League

Traditions of Braselton: Thursday, Friday, Sunday all day | Saturday afternoon Hamilton Mill: Tuesday and Wednesday all day | Saturday morning

TRADITIONS JUNIOR GOLF CLINICS Ages 7 to 18 will learn proper techniques while having fun in the process.

Open to all skill levels.

Thursdays | 4 – 5 p.m.

Sundays | 1:30 – 2:30 pm.

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JUNIOR SUMMER GOLF CAMPS Ages 7 – 18 Wednesday – Friday 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

May 29 – August 2 (excluding July 4 week) Camps include refreshments, prizes, gifts and more!

Members | $125 per week Guests | $180 per week Summer passes available for multiple weeks attendance.

Limited to 12 juniors per session.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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8am-11pm: Empty Nesters Mexican Derby Day

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PRIVATE EVENT 8am-11pm

10am-12pm: ARB Meeting

2-11pm: Member for the Day

Cinco de Mayo 12 11am-5pm: Mother’s Day Brunch

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8-9:30am: Yoga 6-9pm: Young Life

8-9am: Kickboxing

8-9:30am: Yoga 10-11am: Ladies Bible Study 6:30-8:30pm: Open Bible Study

5-6pm: Grounds Committee Meeting

9:30am-3:30pm: Pins & Needles Group

5-11pm: Private Event

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1pm-4pm: Pool Party and Hospitality Committee Open House

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11am-7pm: Private Event

8-9:30am: Yoga 6-9pm: Young Life Capital Improvements & Special Projects

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HOA Office Closed Young Life 6-9pm

8-9am: Kickboxing 7-8pm: Social Committee Meeting

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7-10:30pm: Empty Nester’s Card Game

8-9am: Kickboxing

8-9:30am: Yoga 6:30-8:30pm: Open Bible Study

8-9:30am: Yoga 6:30-8:30pm: Open Bible Study

Jackson County Last Day of School

10am-11pm: Private Event

PRIVATE EVENT 4pm-11pm

Memorial Day

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What a fun time we all had at the Totally Awesome 80’s Party! Everyone danced the night away and the costumes were totally RAD!

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SOCIAL COMMITTEE We have some great events coming up in the coming months! If you have new neighbors, first make sure you introduce yourselves and welcome them to the neighborhood and please make sure they know to sign up on the traditions of Braselton website and our Facebook site so they can get the latest and greatest events that are happening in the hood!

Once again, we would like to remind everyone if there is an event that requires an R.S.V.P, please make sure you do this by the date required. As our neighborhood grows, it is imperative that you do this so that the social committee can plan accordingly!

UPCOMING EVENTS May 19th: The social committee and the welcome committee join forces to host a pool party to welcome our new neighbors and welcome summer! We will provide barbecue and a live band and we are asking everyone bring a side and or dessert to share. The event will start at 1 p.m. and end at 4 p.m.! https://www.Eventbrite.Com/e/traditions-of-braseltoncommunity-pool-party-tickets-60265050388 Traditions of Braselton

June: Pool Party (To be Announced) July 4th Celebration: Golf Cart/Bike Parade at 11:30 a.m. Lunch served from 12-2 p.m. Live music from local tourist! Watch for the link to R.S.V.P for this event!

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NEWS FROM THE COURSE

NEWS FROM THE

GOLF GROUPS COUPLE’S GOLF

This group has three consecutive tee times every Sunday morning. In Spring, Summer and Fall, they begin play at 9:30AM More tee times can be added depending on how many couples wish to play. Please contact Lynn Kolb at 706-824-0247 or galynn20@yahoo.com for more information. Every Tuesday, Lynn sends a text to interested parties asking for a response by Saturday morning. All are welcome to join in and they look forward to adding more couples as the weather warms up. *Couples on Sunday – Noon during winter.

LADIES’ GOLF GROUP

Currently, the ladies have two standing tee times Monday thru Friday starting at 8:30 AM. If you are interested in joining the Ladies Golf Group (even occasionally), please email Pam Poppe at ppoppe@mindspring.com if you wish to be included. Each Friday, Pam sends an email to the group asking which days you are interested in golfing during the coming week. She only asks for a 48-hour notice so she can add or cancel tee times. Don’t worry about handicaps since the skill levels vary widely. These women golf for fun! If the morning times don’t work for you, please let Pam know if you are interested in playing 9 holes at other times of the day.

SENIOR MEN’S GOLF GROUP

The senior men gather to play an organized format of stroke play on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. You never know who you will get paired with on these days, so it’s a great opportunity to meet your fellow neighbors and make new friends. On Thursdays, it’s just pair-up and play as you like.

The course is closed on Tuesdays. Currently, our block of tee times starts at 10:00 AM. As the weather warms up, our standing tee tie will move to 9:00 AM. You can play as often or as little as you like; just show up at least 15 minutes before the first tee time. This is a social group with members of varying skill levels. Every spring and fall the men gather at the Club Grill for a fun evening with their significant others. For more information, contact Steve Morrell at 1-706-654-6034 (H) or on his cell at 770-861-610. You can also email him at shmorrell44@gmail.com

MEN’S GROUP (MGA)

Come out and meet your neighbors in a fun and welcoming group. The TOB men have weekly organized games on Wednesdays at 1:00 PM and Saturdays/Sundays starting at 8:00 AM. We also sponsor diverse and fun monthly tournaments throughout the year. The MGA has neighbors of all skill levels and ages. For additional information please contact Mike Brunson - 706-380-7031 or email- traditionsmga@gmail.com

TRADITIONS OF BRASELTON 2019 TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE February 16 Moneyball March 9 St. Patrick’s Day Shamble April 27 Team Match Play May 17-19 TOB Invitational June 15 Traditions Neighborhood Golf Tournament/Pool Party*

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COMMUNITY NEWS

NEW PAINT COLORS ARE HERE FOR 2019

Every year, the paint manufacturers release what they think will be the trending colors for the upcoming year.

Here are some that I think, will help to brighten or add pop to any house.

1. THE DARK BROODING GROUP This is the warm color group of charcoal black, burgundy and chestnut. Don’t be afraid to experiment with an accent wall in a darker color. If that is too much for the faint of heart, how about a new accent pillow or a throw blanket to drape over the back of the couch.

2. MUTED GROUP This group goes back to nature, to draw in the outside; sky, ocean, and Mother Earth, to give you muted blues, greens, browns and grays. These colors are calming and can be used in a theme for an ocean retreat or a mountain cabin.

Then accent with a Dark Brooding Group color like navy or chestnut on a pillow.

3. WHITE GROUP There are so many whites that who knew picking a white could be so confusing.

I have a white husky dog and he looks white until he is in the snow and then he turns polar bear white, with a slight yellow undertone. Whites can have undertones from the coffee to yellow to red and blue. Whites are great to brighten up a home, most people use a shade of white for baseboard, window trim and crown molding.

4. BLACK CONTRAST Now, I would never do a whole room in black and I am sure you wouldn’t either.

But black can be a great contrast to white for an accent wall, trim and cabinets. Like white there are many shades of black, from a midnight black to gray to even shades with a blue undertone.

LOVING GOD

EQUALS

welcome people outside of our circle as friends and not strangers.

Therefore welcome one another as Jesus Christ has welcomed you for the glory of God. (Romans 15:7). A closed heart handed down will produce generations of people who will develop sects, biases, and methods of exclusion, which leads to ungodly segregation and division. The Bible teaches, “There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus” (Galatians 3:28).

Consider for a moment that circles leave no room for more people to enter or for others to exit. Circles are closed all around.

Cliques/circles tend to become centered only on the needs of their particular group. In communities, churches, schools, or workplace environments unity will be lost when focus is not on everyone. When we have supreme love for ourselves and lack of love for God, our love towards others becomes self-serving and/or motive driven. Luke 15:1-2 says, “Then drew near unto him all the publicans and sinners for to hear him. And the Pharisees and scribes murmured, saying, this man receives sinners, and eats with them” (King James Version). We must

Jesus Christ was crucified and brought about a radical change (a transformed life). Christ spent time with the unloved, outcast, and unpopular. Jesus told his followers to discontinue a life of sin (John 8:11).

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LOVING PEOPLE

Did you know that loving God also entails loving people? Jesus set forth this example by reaching out to the neglected and down-trodden who were not a part of the popular religious circle. In Matthew 22: 37-39, Jesus said, “Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind.

This is the first and great commandment.

And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself” (KJV). Do you find it difficult to be authentically kind or loving toward people who are not in your circle or clique?

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5. SOFT HUES These shades are a great way to introduce some color for the faint of heart or someone just starting to experiment with color. A room can be a shade of blue and throw in a calming tan, or a green room could pop with a pale-yellow accent.

Gray goes with so much from pink to red, blue to navy.

With spring here and everything starting new again, try experimenting with some colors that you never thought of before.

The important aspect of starting new again is to HAVE FUN doing it.

The Pharisees’ focus was never on being relational with the people. They were only interested in their chief seats in public meetings, wearing fancy robes, and excluding people who did not fit the “worthy” status. These elites prided themselves in helping the less fortunate; being good people in the eyes of men.

However, they lacked a genuine love for others. Jesus was rejected by the Pharisees because he was not like them.

They led the charge in crucifying him because they hated the fact that they could not confine him to their circle. The love of God will transform everything about you by opening up your heart to love in a greater and genuine capacity.

Christ came to reconcile everyone back to God by shedding His blood on the cross and dying in our place. Jesus’s death, burial, resurrection, and ascension not only created a way for salvation; but, it also destroyed the power of sin. Sin separates mankind from God and it will do the same in communities, churches, workplaces, and schools. When we love God according to His desires, we will be able to love our neighbors. The Lord seeks fidelity from those who claim to love him. Loving God must include your mind, thoughts, will, heart, personality, words, behavior, and lifestyle. Many people who claim Christianity as their identity must be cognizant of the Holy Scripture’s command regarding loving God with all thine heart; and your neighbor as yourself. Know that loving God equals loving people.

Join us on Wednesday evening for Bible Study at 7pm. If you have questions email Portia at tia459@yahoo.com

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LESSONS TUESDAYS: Adult Beginners 8am-9am Junior Beginners 10 & Under 4pm-5pm

Junior Intermediate 12 & Under 5pm-6pm Junior Advanced 6pm-7pm

Please remember to reserve your courts on the Traditions website.

Anyone interested in playing Alta contact one of the captains listed.

If you are new to the area and need more information regarding Alta, please contact Ginger Reeves at gingerhreeves@gmail.com.

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pring is a great time to shape up. Did you know that Tennis burns calories and fat, improves bone health, enhances flexibility, is heart healthy, helps with balance and coordination as well as boosts brain power? Tennis can also boost your mood. The sport definitely has some great health benefits as well as social benefits. You will meet some great friends at the courts. Truth be told, the best moments often come after the match has been played and were all sitting around relishing in our victories or lamenting our losses and talking about...well life.

Tennis can be very rewarding and add a whole new dimension to

your life. So, come out and join the fun. We have Round robin events as well as Chastain night to look forward to. See you at the courts.

Please Remember to turn off the court lights when you finish play.

All the previous lesson times on Tuesdays are the same.

Thanks, Ginger Reeves Tennis Committee Chair

TENNIS INFORMATION

Captains, Senior Mixed A Level Keith Cheek kcheek59@aol.com

Chairperson Ginger Reeves gingerhreeves@gmail.com

Captains, Mixed B Level Debbie Cheek teamuggirl@aol.com

Treasurer Bret O’Steen bosteen86@gmail.com

Captains, Mixed AA Level Ginger Reeves gingerhreeves@gmail.com

Facility Supervisor James Livingston james@goerigapaving.com

Captains, Mixed B Level Paul Peterson paulpet92@gmail.com

Public Relations/News from the Court Margaret Peterson mapet1776@gmail.com

Captains, Senior Men’s A Level Tim Burke timothyburke@windstream.net

Special Events Coordinator Tracy Woodall tmhwoodall@gmail.com

Captains, Senior Women’s A Level Mary Burke marysburke@windstream.net

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Men’s A Level (Saturday) Tim Burke Men’s B Level (Saturday) Paul Peterson Ladies AA Level (Sunday) Ginger Reeves Ladies A Level (Sunday) Mary Burke Ladies B Level (Sunday) Tracy Woodall Ladies B Level (Thursday) Julie Jones Ladies B Level (Thursday) Margaret Peterson

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IS IT REALLY HARDER TO LOSE WEIGHT AS WE MATURE? Getting old ain’t for sissys! As we mature in age, we start to experience physical and mental changes and losing weight can seem more difficult, especially if you’re finding it more and more difficult to get around. Sarcopenia, which means muscle loss, affects all of us as we age. In addition, our bodies burn fewer calories at rest, but our appetites haven’t necessarily decreased. We can’t turn back the clock so what are we to do?!!

1. Keep moving! Arthritis, recovery from surgery, etc. can slow you down but if you have clearance from your doc, you should be exercising or getting some kind of daily physical activity. There are lots of lowimpact options such as walking and yoga. When pain is the problem, pay special attention to what you eat and eating anti-inflammatory foods. Stick to veggies, fruit, whole grains, beans and legumes and heart healthy fats such as avocados and nuts/seeds. Limit meat, especially red and pork.

2. Ditch the old way of dieting – a cup of java and glass of OJ does not a good diet make. You also need protein and fiber for breakfast and really at every meal. Check out myplate.org for nutrition guidelines and recommendations on what a balanced diet looks like.

3. Focus on what you can add to your diet not cut out – sure, you can lose weight by just eating a piece of dry toast for breakfast but really, what’s the goal here? We want to become stronger not weak and frail. Our bodies need fuel with the proper nutrients, vitamins and minerals which is hard to get on a very restrictive diet. Nutrients also preserve what muscle of bone density we already have!

4. Are you afraid to exercise or that you won’t do it right? Well, any kind of movement is better than nothing I suppose however, you don’t want to hurt yourself or make a past injury rear its ugly head. Find an activity that keeps you moving and that you enjoy and this way you will do it and it won’t be so hard to get motivated. Look for ways to get strong with a strength training program whether in your home, gym or getting a certified personal trainer. Do it and don’t delay! Muscle mass fuels your metabolism so our bodies burn more calories too. It’s never too late to get strong!

5. Cut out snacks. Good or bad advice? I say snack if you are hungry and your snacking on something nutritious. Healthy snacking can keep you from overindulging when you do finally sit down to a real meal.

Snacking keeps your blood sugar stable by eating ideally, every 3 – 4 hours. Examples of good and satisfying snacks are an apple with a handful of almonds or yogurt and berries.

Hope this helps. I encourage everyone, not matter what age, to make a goal of getting stronger this year. Women keep doing things that keep you active and strong (cleaning, gardening, etc.) and open your own jar and bottle lids. Men take the advice for women as well, especially about cleaning! Do pushups on the counter or floor when waiting for your coffee to brew (women do this too!) And, if you need some accountability or just don’t know where to start, please contact me about training in your home, my home gym, Traditions fitness center or a convenient location of your choice. Your first 30-minute session is FREE if you mention this article!

Carol Osborne, Personal Trainer Fitness Delivered 678-510-9573 facebook.com/fitnessdelivered fitnessdeliveredtoyou@gmail.com

TRADITIONS OF BRASELTON CELEBRATES OUR GRADUATES ACHIEVEMENTS

s n o i t a l u t a r g n o C HAZEL ALLEN Jackson County Comprehensive High School

Class of 2019!

Hazel is graduating from Jackson County Comprehensive High School. She is a Varsity Cross Country and Track Runner and was admitted into the Jackson County Panthers Athletic Hall of Fame. She is involved in the Beta Club, National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society and she is President of Fellowship of Christian Athletes for JCCHS. Hazel’s accomplishments include Senior Class Secretary, December’s Rotary Student of the Month and Miss JCCHS 2019. Hazel enjoys volunteering in her free time. Her interests include running, swimming, life guarding, spending time with her brothers and sister, watching sports and listening to music.

Hazel will be attending University of Georgia in the Fall with the Zell Miller Scholarship and majoring in Biology with plans to focus on the medical field.

OLIVIA ROSE AXELBERG Jackson County Comprehensive High School Olivia is graduating from the Jackson County Comprehensive High School. She plans to attend the University of Georgia and double major in Education and Spanish.

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MADISON ANDREW Darlington School Madison is graduating from Darlington School. She plans to attend Kennesaw State University in the fall to study Marketing.

CHRISTY BAKER University of Georgia Christy is graduating from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemical Engineering.

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ERIC BAKER Georgia Southern University Eric is graduating from Georgia Southern University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.

SERINA BERGERON Jackson County Comprehensive High School Serina is graduating from Jackson County Comprehensive High School.

She is a 3-year Varsity Softball player, a 4-years Varsity Tennis player. She was awarded the Athletic Award Recipient for Tennis, Made AllRegion Team for both Softball and Tennis and the Top Scholar Athlete Award for Softball and Tennis. She is involved in the Beta Club, National Honor Society and the Spanish Honor Society. Serina’s accomplishments include Senior Class Representative, October’s Rotary Student of the Month and the Georgia Certificate of Merit Award. Serina serves on the Youth Group at Church and volunteers with iServe Ministries. Her hobbies include boating, travelling and being with friends. Serina will be attending University of Georgia with the Zell Miller Scholarship and majoring in Journalism as well as minoring in Environmental Sciences and Spanish.

KYLE JOSEPH BRYCE Jackson County Comprehensive High School Kyle will be attending Marion Military Institute where he has been accepted into the Service Academy Program for the United States Military Academy at West Point. Kyle plans to apply to West Point in the fall while attending Marion.

HANNAH GRACE CASTEEL Jackson County Comprehensive High School SYDNEY CARTER Jefferson High School Sydney is graduating from Jackson High School. Sydney is an honors graduate and plans on attending Arizona State University in the Spring. Her hobbies include dancing and drama. She enjoys traveling and exploring new places.

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Hannah is graduating from Jackson County Comprehensive High School. Hannah will be attending University of North Georgia in the fall and majoring in Business. She plans to work in the ministry as a worship leader and is currently on an Apprenticeship program at 12 Stone Church.

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RAYSHUN DORSEY, JR. Jackson County Comprehensive High School

ALEXANDRA FREEMAN Jackson County Comprehensive High School

Rayshun will be attending Georgia Military College in the fall, majoring in Business Management.

Alexandra is graduating from Jackson County Comprehensive High. She will be attending University of North GA in the fall.

KYLE GRAVES Jackson County Comprehensive High School

MORGAN LANGLEY Johnson High School Morgan is graduating from Johnson High School.

She will be attending the University of Georgia in the fall and is majoring in Elementary Education.

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Kyle is graduating from Jackson County Comprehensive High School. He is a four-year Varsity tennis player and Captain of the team. He is an Honor graduate. He will be attending Piedmont in the Fall where he will play tennis.

He will study Criminal Justice.

TORI LATHROP Jefferson High School Tori is graduating from Jefferson High School. She will be attending The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) in the fall and plans to double major in Nursing and Nutrition to pursue a career as a family nurse practitioner.

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HAYDEN W. KILGORE Jefferson High School Hayden is graduating from Jefferson High School. He will be attending Wingate University outside of Charlotte, N.C. in the fall. Hayden earned Football Scholarship along with the National Football Foundation Scholarship. Hayden is a Chick-fil-a Character Award Winner, Four-years on Varsity Football Leadership Council, and 2016 First Team All-State Kicker.

ASHLEY ROSE MOORE Jackson County Comprehensive High School Ashley will be attending University of Georgia and pursuing a degree in International Affairs/Political Science. Ashley goal is to work at the UN (United Nations). Her interests are Photography and she started her own photography business at the age of 12.

HOPE MARIE MALVEY Gwinnett Technical College Hope is graduating from Gwinnett Technical College with an Associate’s Degree of Applied Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Cum Laude. In addition to graduating with honors, Hope is a member of the Lamda Nu National Honor Society for Radiologic and Imaging Sciences. Hope will begin her DMS career at Piedmont Athens Regional Midwifery and Women’s Center in Athens, Georgia.

MICHAL JILLIAN MOORE Jefferson High School Michal is graduating from Jefferson High School. She is a member of Youth Assembly, academic team, mock trial, beta club, and marching band. Michal lettered in golf and marching band. She will be attending Wake Forest University on a full academic scholarship as a Stamps Scholar and plans to join the marching band. Michal will be majoring in Biochemistry. She plans to attend medical school to study Pathology in the future.

RANAH OCAMPO IGF Christian Homeschool Academy Ranah Ocampo will be graduating May 18th, 2019 from IGF Christian Homeschool Academy.

Ranah’s achievements include being a proud member of the National Society of High School Scholars. She has maintained a 4.0+ GPA throughout the year and currently has a 4.1. She has acquired college credits from George Mason University for work she completed that led to her acceptance to a nine-day youth leadership medical forum held at Emory University. Ranah currently shadows an ER doctor at Emory Hospital who is also an assistant professor at Emory University School of Medicine. Prior to her senior year of high school, she was accepted into the college of her choice, Toccoa Falls Christian College on a fouryear academic honors scholarship. Her field of study will be Biology/Pre-med. Aside from her academics, Ranah labored in her other passion during her senior year. She served as a youth leader in International Gospel Fellowship, Inc. In this role, she actively participated and worked with youth in various age groups. She served in a leadership position during the ministry’s youth camp to empower, encourage, and motivate disenfranchised young people to pursue their goals and work hard in school to make a difference in the world. In her spare time, Ranah enjoys reading, running, dancing, and tumbling. She has beautiful cursive and manuscript writing. She loves to offer her services to those who would like to utilize her skill for personal or business use.

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BRANDON STONE Jackson County Comprehensive High School Brandon is graduating from Jackson County Comprehensive High School.

He is a 4-year Varsity soccer player. Brandon is the Key Club President and is involved in the National Honor Society.

He will be attending University of Georgia in the fall and majoring in Business.

BRAELYN RIVERS Georgia Connections Academy Braelyn is graduating with Honors from Georgia Connections Academy. She loves Photography and Digital Design and has completed the Fine Arts Pathway in Visual Arts. Due to her life-long love of animals, Braelyn will pursue a career in the field of Veterinary Science. Her hobbies include photography, traveling, American Sign Language (ASL), and dance.

JAKE WATERS University of Georgia Jake Waters is graduating from University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree in Accounting. He will be doing an internship this summer in New York City with KPMG. Jake will be attending grad school in the fall at UGA. When he is not in school, he works at Jennings Mill Golf course in Athens. He golfs in his free time.

CALEB MARK WELLS Jefferson High School

COLE WILSON Bethlehem Christian Academy

Caleb is a senior at Jefferson High School. He is a 4-year letterman for tennis, and he lettered 2 years for Varsity football. Caleb is a 3 year All Region player, Tennis Senior Co-Captain, Member of the 2018 Final Four and Member of the 2017 Elite Eight. He is involved in the Total Person program, Beta Club, and Mu Alpha Theta. He is ranked #7 in his class of 250.

Caleb has attended 12 Stone church his entire life, and he has served as a greeter and usher since he was 12. He will attend University of Georgia next year where he will major in Business.

Cole is a senior at Bethlehem Christian Academy. Cole was twice state champion for GICAA and three times region champion for GICAA. When he is not in school, he loves to fish.

He is planning to attend Liberty University in the fall.

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EVENTS

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May 2 - Oct. 24, 2019 (Thurs. 5:30 p.m.)

GARDEN PARTY FOR ADULTS Cocktails in the Garden invites you to explore a different corner of the garden each week as you stroll with a cocktail, hear live music, and play games at the Atlanta Botanical Garden.

Admission fee, cash bar.

Saturday, May 11, 2019 from 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm BRASELTON BEACH BASH FESTIVAL Family fun festival at the Braselton Park. We will be in the Braselton Park so that we have the splash pad like last year.

But vendors space is limited, and we are taking retail and food vendor applications ONLY. These applications will go out on our website tomorrow at lunch, so you need to apply immediately to guarantee your spot. If you have any other questions, please feel free to email jpayne@braselton.net

May 3 - 5, 2019 SHAKY KNEES MUSIC FESTIVAL Shaky Knees Music Festival has dozens of indie-folk and soulrock bands on multiple stages, plus local food and craft beer at Central Park.

May 4, 2019 (7 p.m.)

CINCO DE MAYO BAR CRAWL A ticket to Tacos & Tequila Midtown gets you into 15 bars, with some free shots plus food and drink specials, for age 21+.

May 8, 2019 (7 p.m.)

CHARITY WINE & WHISKEY AUCTION A $50 ticket to Tower Lights Wine & Whiskey Auction gets you four drink tickets, hors d’oeuvres, and the opportunity to bid for wine and whiskey in a silent auction at The Estate in Buckhead for age 21+.

May 10 - 11, 2019 BBQ & FIREWORKS FESTIVAL Smoke on the Lake BBQ Festival has food vendors, live music, a kids’ zone, cooking competitions, and dance performances at Cauble Park in Acworth. Free entry.

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Friday, May 17, 2019 BRASELTON FARMERS MARKET Saturday, May 18th, 2019 at 7:00 pm MOVIE UNDER THE STARS ON THE BRASELTON TOWN GREEN Free movie on the Town Green. Vendors set up at 7 pm and the movie will begin at dusk.

Sunday, May 19th, 2019 at 4 pm GLUTES, GLOVES & GALETTES May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Performance Month. Join with us for a fun afternoon of good eats and fun fitness activities! Iron Will Fitness Club and The Galloping Galette in collaboration with It’s Time Boxing, Loveforce Yoga, and Fueled by Obsession are celebrating National Fitness and Sports Performance Month.By purchasing a $15.00 ticket in advance, you will enjoy a delicious “make your own” galette AND crepe buffet made from the most wholesome ingredients at The Galloping Galette. Feel the warmth that owners Viviane and Yannick Fonfrede exude when you walk in their door. You will NEVER have a bad meal at The Galloping Galette. Their food is amazing!

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PA R A N’S C O R N E R

SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR “SNEAK PEEK” SUMMER SOCIAL You are cordially invited to our “Kick Off to Summer” event on Saturday, May 11 at the Owner’s Clubhouse from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Although the kids don’t get out of school until May 24 and summer doesn’t OFFICIALLY begin until June 20, this event will serve as a sneak peek of sorts for residents and prospective new neighbors alike. For current Traditions of Braselton homeowners, the event will be a fun sneak peek into the season to come with a golf cart tour of homes, free food truck feast featuring AngelFire BBQ and King of Pops, complimentary tennis clinic, custom golf club fittings, chances to win prizes and more. For families considering a move to Traditions, it will be a sneak peek into the unique lifestyle offered by our amenity-rich and neighborly community.

“Traditions of Braselton has many draws for Metro Atlanta homebuyers,” said Michael Rosenberg, President of Paran Homes. “It’s reminiscent of a sprawling and scenic resort village set within a charming small town. Some buyers are drawn here by the 18-hole golf course and the prospect of traveling around the neighborhood via golf cart. Others love the incredible amenities like the Owner’s Clubhouse with pool, splash pad, playground and gym. Still others appreciate the tennis complex and active ALTA program. And let’s not forget the beautifully crafted homes set against a picturesque backdrop. Of course, what really makes this neighborhood special are the people who’ve chosen to live here. Our ‘Kick Off to Summer’ event presents a unique opportunity for current residents to rub elbows with families who may become their neighbors one day soon. Between the fact that ‘social life’ is a way of life around here and the festival-like atmosphere of the day, we believe this event will prove a really fun destination for all involved.”

In order to give the best “big picture” view of Traditions of Braselton, the event will be hosted at a variety of locations, including the Discovery Center, Owner’s Clubhouse and Pool and Golf Clubhouse. Golf carts will be available to transport guests from one locale to the other. We hope you will join us for what promises to be an exciting afternoon. It’s a great opportunity to get to know your current neighbors a little better and to share your personal Traditions of Braselton experience with a prospective new neighbor or two. If you know someone who is looking for a community in which they might downsize, right size or raise a family, we hope you will invite them to accompany you to our “Kick Off to Summer” event. We look forward to seeing YOU there!

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