The Waterfall March/April 2018

The Official Newsletter of the Cresswind Community

WATERFALL

March/April 2018 Vol. XL

www.cresswindll.com

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Helpful Numbers COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION MANAGER Gary Hulion 770-536-3300 Gary.Hulion@fsresidential.com LIFESTYLE DIRECTOR Mark LaClaire 770-536-3300 cresswindlifestyle@gmail.com THE CLUB 770-536-3300

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Table of Contents Helpful Numbers........................................................................... 3 Lifestyle Director............................................................................4 Board.............................................................................................4 Community Manager .....................................................................5 Committee Corner..........................................................................7 Scrapbook.......................................................................................8 Clubs & Activities........................................................................10 What’s Happening........................................................................13 Calendars.....................................................................................32

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Welcome to Our Newest Residents!

DANIEL & KANDICE ANDRADE 3749 CRESSWIND PARKWAY

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TALMADGE & BETTY SIMPKINS & THOMAS VIZZINI 3659 CRESSWIND PARKWAY

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ROBERT & TRUDY MILLER 4050 LAVENDER POINT

JAMES & GERALDINE STRICKLAND 3977 BLOOMFIELD WAY

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DOUGLAS & MARGUERITE MONOHAN 3932 GREAT PINE DRIVE THOMAS & DONA GOULD 3732 CHERRY GROVE ROAD HOWARD & CINDY HALPERIN 3976 BLOOMFIELD WAY MARTHA ROBERTS 3623 CRESSWIND PARKWAY

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The information and advertisements contained in this Newsletter are provided for the members of the Cresswind at Lake Lanier 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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From the Lifestyle Director

LIFESTYLE AT A GLANCE Spring is coming and boy do we have some terrific things in store for you in March and April! So, get ready folks...it’s going to be a fun ride! (you must be at least 42” tall to ride this ride) WHAT’S HAPPENING EVERY MONTH? BREW HA HA: Every weekday morning 8:30am-10:30am in the Crow’s Nest Mark LaClaire T.G.I.F.: Every Friday 5:30pm in the Crow’s Nest, BYOB Mix & Mingle, FREE! Lifestyle Director $1 MOVIE NIGHTS: Every 2 weeks at 7pm (Wednesdays) in the Ballroom FIRST FRIDAY MINGLE & DANCE: Every first Friday of the month, 7pm, Clubhouse, $7 FITNESS CLASSES: Check the Fitness Calendar for ways to get fit every day of the week

2018 LIFESTYLE EVENTS IN MARCH AND APRIL MARCH 2ND: FIRST FRIDAY WITH THE K-TELS! 7PM-10PM, BALLROOM, $7

OH MY! This will be a fun night! The K-Tels are all ace entertainers who know a zillion oldies and who love to play requests.

They make no secret of their intent. “We’re all about mixing it up with our audiences and having a great time. Dance contests, stump the band, jump in and sing with us, bad jokes? Yo, we got it covered.”Residents only, singles can bring one outside guest.

MARCH 10TH: FREE JAZZ CONCERT! 7PM-10PM, BALLROOM, FREE!

Enjoy an evening of Jazz and dancing with the Starry Night Jazz Ensemble performing your favorite Jazz Standards. Appetizers will be provided. Dress in your best cocktail or Jazz inspired attire for the Best Dressed contest winner of the evening! Swag Bags and door prizes provided to each attendee.

Residents Only! Singles can bring 1 outside guest.

YOU MUST RSVP AND GET A WRISTBAND AT THE FRONT DESK TO ENTER THIS EVENT!

MARCH 17TH: HUGE SPRING VENDOR FAIR! 10AM-1PM, ENTIRE CLUBHOUSE, FREE!

Get ready for yet another spectacular Spring Vendor Fair featuring almost 100 different vendors from all over Hall County. You will browse, shop, sample goods and services from clothing retailers, health & beauty companies, local arts & crafts, healthcare professionals, interior design companies, free massages, food samples and much more! Friends and family are welcome!

APRIL 6TH: NO FIRST FRIDAY THIS MONTH!

Our fabulous Cresswind Chorus is putting on their Spring Music Spectacular this weekend. Yay!

APRIL 9TH: CRESSWIND BLOOD DRIVE! 11AM-5PM, FITNESS LOUNGE! FREE!

There is no more precious gift you can give than the gift of life. Please sign up at the front desk for your time slot to come and donate your life blood to those in need.

APRIL 14TH: THE BIRD DOGS: EVERLY BROTHERS EXPERIENCE, 7PM, BALLROOM, $20

We kick off the first of several amazing shows this year with a full band production (all the way from California) of The Everly Brothers! Go back in time and relive the “Good Ole Days”! From 1957 to 1962 The Everly brothers sold more than 35 million records and had 35 billboard top -100 singles, 26 in the top 40, and still to this day, carry the record for most billboard charting hits of any American Duo. Do not miss this! Residents only, singles can bring 1 outside guest.

SNEAK PEAK: Even more over the top events in 2018! Mark your calendar! Already scheduled is a 9 piece Motown Band from Chicago (May 25th), Chi-Town- Chicago Tribute (Outdoors, June 9th), Camp Cresswind ( July 13,14,15) Dean Z is Elvis is back for 3 nights (Aug. 25, 26, 27), just added ...a dual tribute to Bob Seger and Neil Diamond (Outdoors, Sept. 15th) and finally, Rumors (Tribute to Fleetwood Mac) will headline our outdoor concert October 13th.

Remember, check the WEBSITE for most up to date calendar of events, things change!

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From the Community Manager

From the desk of Gary Hulion We are off to a great new year. The Annual Meeting was very successful and three new members were elected. Dave Binnix, Barbara Conley and Dave Uhler’s terms expired in January and the three new members elected were Bill Bohn, Sid Jacobs and Robin Riegel. The officers for the 2018 Board of Directors are Ron Micuch, Chair; Jim Albers, Vice Chair; Robin Riegel, Secretary; and Debbie Ellis, Treasurer. Frank Boduch, Bill Bohn and Sid Jacobs will serve as members at large. As always, the Board of Directors meetings are open to the membership and each of you are encouraged to attend and stay informed. If you would like to address the Board, information will be sent out in advance of each meeting giving anyone the opportunity to have a topic discussed. Board meetings are held the third Wednesday of each month at 1:00PM in the Cresswind Clubhouse Ballroom. If you are one of those who do not like to speak in public, you can shoot me a line and I will make sure it gets addressed.

We are still having a BIG issue with speeding vehicles and residents and vendors going the wrong direction in the Roundabouts. I cannot express enough that, in the event, you cause an accident in the roundabout by going the wrong direction, not only do you risk seriously injuring yourself or someone else, but the civil action that is brought against you will cost you a fortune. As for the speedsters in the community, the

one call I never want to get is the one informing me that a pedestrian has been run over. Again, the cost to you could financially ruin you.

Assessments are based on a quarterly increments. The assessments are due on the 1st day of each quarter, January, April, July and October. They are considered late after the 15th of that same month. If you pay monthly, you will be charged a late fee for Gary Hulion the unpaid portion of that quarterly assessment. The reason for this is our financial obligations and Budget is set up for that period.

Failure by any party to pay on time impacts our ability to pay our obligations. The Board agreed to allow a one-time waiver of fees per household each year. They understand that things happen, but chronic late payments affect the community financials.

We have a lot of activities on the calendar. Please buy your tickets early to avoid missing these great events. Two phrases we do not say enough “I Love “and “I Am Sorry”. My wife reminds me of this each day when I leave and she says “I am sorry I love you”.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS REVIEW It has been an exciting two months and the following are many of the accomplishments: A. Approved the January 2018 Rules and Regulations.

Distributed copies at the Annual Home Owners Meeting.

Additional copies are available at the front office.

B. Received an update from the Transition Committee and the Engineering and Amenities Work Group which included repurposing the lower storage area.

C. Installed two (2) Rowing Machines D. Approved the staining of 300 ft. of fencing on Majestic Oak E. Approved the request of Pickleball Club’s new benches F. Elected three (3) new members for the HOA Board 1. Bill Bohn 2. Sid Jacobs 3. Robin Riegel G. New Officers appointed by the Board 1. Ron Micuch – Chairman 2. Jim Albers – Vice Chair 3. Robin Riegel – Secretary 4. Deborah Ellis – Treasurer H. Treasurer Deborah Ellis reported to the community a full financial Report including: 1. 2018 Budget v 2017 Actual

by Dave Binnix & Ron Micuch

2. Unbudgeted Expenses 3. “How are your dues spent” I. Lifestyle Director Mark LaClaire reported to the community: 1. Lifestyle Accomplishments and Highlights 2. Events and Fitness Update 3. 2018: A look Ahead We would like to thank Dave Binnix, Barbara Conley and Dave Uhler as their terms expired. Their dedication and exceptional service for 2016 and 2017 to our community are greatly appreciated.

Your 2018 Board of Directors

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Resident News & Information

Landscape Committee

By Meg Bohn

From the

Architectural Review Committee (ARC)…

By: John Stevens

The Landscape Committee is made up of volunteer residents with some knowledge of plants, gardening, landscaping and what grows in Georgia! Our mission is to support the community’s Property Manager and Board in all things related to the landscapes of our neighborhood.

As purely an advisory committee, we seek to assist residents in changing or managing their landscapes by reviewing all landscape change applications. Residents can help us by completing the landscape applications in full, including a legible list of plants, a drawing that shows both existing plants and proposed new plants, as well as property lines and a plat of the property. The plat shows us where any easements or drainage areas exist and is important information for all homeowners to have on hand. We look forward to serving both the Board and the Community in 2018.

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That all ORNAMENTATION (including statues, sculptures, bird baths, flower pots, wind chimes, swings, benches, arbors, trellises, etc.) attached to the outside of your home or placed on your lawn or in your shrub bed require review and approval of the ARC; A WALKWAY along one side of a house is permitted with prior approval from the ARC, and can be constructed out of concrete, fieldstone, pavers, or other suitable material. Such a path is for walking safely from front to rear yards and cannot exceed 30” in width. Paths for golf cart use are NOT PERMITTED; PERGOLAS on decks are allowed with prior approval from the ARC. They must be professionally constructed out of dense hardwood and compliment the colors of the house; Learn more about how to personalize and enhance your outside living space by visiting www. cresswindll.com and clicking on ‘Committees’.

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Education Committee By: Doug Geganto The Cresswind Education Committee has been busy planning and scheduling a variety of events for 2018.

Last year the committee hosted a total of 32 programs which were attended by 988 residents.

Looking forward to 2018, the committee has scheduled events which will include the following: Learn about, Advancements in Skilled Nursing, Informational Meeting about Arthritis Treatment and Symptoms, Life Link Organ and Tissue Donations, Information on GA Legislative Actions affecting Healthcare, How to Keep Your Skin Healthy, A Presentation on Hall County Parks, Nutrition, Learn about the BULLI Program.

As always, check the Daily Update for more detailed information on scheduled programs.

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Clubs & Interest Groups

2018 Approved Interest Groups Cresswind Canines Cresswind Investment Group Cresswind Community Fund

Cresswind Veterans LLC, Inc. Cribbage International Travelers

Ladies Bunco Men’s Card Group Mexican Train

Pinochle Rummikub

Shalom Group Writers in the Wind

List of 2018 Approved Clubs (with subsets) ARTS & CRAFTS CLUB Card Making Clay, Sculpture, & Print Drawing - All Levels Gourd Painting/Clay Needleworkers Photography Quilting Painting Zentangle Jewelry BIBLE STUDY CLUB Couples Bible Study Men’s Bible Study Women’s Bible Study The Way BILLIARDS 9-Ball Pea/Bottle Pool 8 Ball BOOK CLUBS Tuesday Morning 2nd Monday 3rd Monday Book Babes Book Worms Reading Between the Wines Seasoned Ladies Book Buds Let Us Read Cover to Cover 3A Group ABC Ladies on the Lake BOWLING CLUB

BRIDGE CLUB 6 Duplicate Games Bidding Practice Chicago Bridge Mixed Bridge Rubber Bridge COOKING CLUB Cooking Classes Dinner Group Fun with Food Grille & Ale Healthy Eating CPAC Chorus Playscripts Small Bands Theatre Storytelling

HAND & FOOT CARDS Afternoon Evening KAYAK CLUB MAH JONGG CLUB Sunday MJ Monday MJ Wednesday MJ Thursday MJ MODEL RAILROAD CLUB PICKLEBALL CLUB

CRESSWIND STAMP CLUB DANCE CLUB Beginning Line Dance Line Dance II Line Dance III Clogging FARMSTAND Garden Boxes

PING PONG CLUB POKER CLUB Ladies Poker Mixed Poker SLACERs CLUB Slacers I Slacers II

FISHING CLUB FUN WITH FASHION CLUB GAMERS CLUB Pokeno Samba Chicken Foot GENEALOGY CLUB

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GOLF CLUB Ladies Golf Men’s Golf

SPORTS & GAMES CLUB Basketball Bocce Cornhole Fantasy Football Miniature Golf TENNIS CLUB TRAVEL CLUB VETERAN SUPPORT CLUB

Clubs of Cresswind

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Sports & Games Club

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Curt Docktor, Pete Lyons, Sue Joninas, Ed Pallo, Jan Cieply, Bob Bobkowski

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Travel Club

Charlie Stotler, David Jones, Paula King, Sheran Connolly, Linda Gillot, Heidi Anderson, Karen Silverthorn, Rose Micuch (Not Pictured- Karen Smith, Hal Flomerfelt, Eileen Fagan, Carol Cain)

Bowling Club

Dan Skeels, Phil Vinyard, Judy Hoberg, Jim Stagl, Jim Cook

Kate Monahan, Sheran Connolly, Fred Bowman, Mary Hensien, (Not Pictured- Hal Flomerfelt, Ellen Vann, Pam Papciak)

Mah Jongg Club

Kathy Stoessel, Maria Ness, Eleanor Whalen (Not Pictured- Marsha Low)

Veteran’s Support Club

Pat Criste, Kim Koenig, Arnie Miesch (Not PicturedErnie Seymour, Mary Joan Gogel)

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Resident News & Information

Hollywood Has the Oscars, Golden Globes, Grammys and Such,

BUT CRESSWIND HAS ...

In January, Carolyn O’Camb was recognized by other FirstService staff for her abilities in Building Great Relationships. This is one of the corner stones and foundations that FirstService Residential is built on. Besides building Great Relationships, we believe that Aiming High, Doing What’s Right, Owning It, Improving It, and Being Genuinely Helpful creates the management company we are.

Carolyn makes every effort to speak to everyone that comes in the Clubhouse, even when she does not feel good. She always tries to make everyone feel welcome. Carolyn goes above and beyond to make sure that all residents’ questions are answered and she provides the best assistance she can.

If you see Carolyn, please extend a congratulation her for job well done. Thanks, Carolyn.

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And Still Another One… Our Community Manager, Gary Hulion, won the “Aim High” award recently from FirstService Residential. This is part of their motto and Gary is always exemplifying it in his everyday actions. Way to go, Gary!

National Recognition for Mark and Kolter!

In January, at the NAHB (National Association of Home Builders) International Builders Show in Orlando, Cresswind at Lake Lanier was presented with THREE Silver National Awards. Kolter Homes received the Silver award for Detached Home, 2001-2500 sq. ft. Laurel Model.

The National Association of Home Builders’ members construct about 80% of the new homes built in the United States, both single-family and multifamily. NAHB represents more than 140,000 members with about one-third being home builders and remodelers. The rest work in closely related specialties such as sales and marketing, housing finance, and manufacturing and supplying building materials. This conference was attended by over 140,000 people.

Our own Lifestyle Director, Mark LaClaire, walked away with two very prestigious awards, one Silver for Lifestyle Director of the Year, then another Silver for Lifestyle Program of the Year! We know he is spectacular but to be honored nationally is exceptional. We are very proud if you, Mark!

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What’s Happening

Bible Study

By: Dave Dittmeier

Since the last issue of The Waterfall, the Women’s Bible Study delved into the Minor Prophets, while the Men’s Bible Study participated in a study and discussion of the Book of Proverbs.

The Club continued its monthly non-denominational gatherings with Rev. Rob Bruce from McEver Road United Methodist Church and Rev. Lee Koontz of First Presbyterian as guest speakers. The Club also held a joint meeting with the Cresswind Shalom Group where Rabbi Levi Mentz of Congregation Beth Israel shared various aspects of the Jewish Faith and answered questions.

Several Couples Bible Studies continue to abound throughout Cresswind and meet in private homes in the community.

Women’s Bible Study meets every Thursday at 4 pm and the Men’s group meets every Friday at 10 am.

Miniature Golf

Welcome Committee

by Denise Skeels

New officers for the 2018-2019 year include Denise Skeels, Chair, Julie Binnix, Vice Chair, and Sue Fraser, Secretary. Other members include Jamie Dittmeier, Eileen Fagan, Sue Garcia, Arlene Stevens, Lynne Tryon, and Jacquie Waldron. We recently held a New Resident Welcome Orientation in February welcoming those new residents joining our Cresswind community from September to December of 2017. We plan to have three to four additional Welcome Orientations in the 2018 year.

A program was presented by MTScapes, First Services, our HOA, and various committees. Resources were offered for the Gainesville/Hall County area. Please contact a committee member if you have questions about our committee. Welcome to Cresswind!!

By: David Jones

The Cresswind Miniature Golf Interest Group will resume playing at the Oaks Miniature Golf facility at 3709 Whiting Rd. Gainesville on Wednesday, April 11th at 7:00 p.m. This is open to all residents that want to have an enjoyable evening having

fun and having an opportunity to meet more of your fabulous Cresswind neighbors. The cost is only $5 per person for an 18 hole round of mini (putt-putt) golf. If you have any questions, please contact David Jones at jdavidjones@charter.net

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Resident News & Information

Attention Cresswind Dog Owners!

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Cresswind has a new Interest Group -- Cresswind Canines! Our first business meeting was January 29th, 2018, and our first workshop was February 8th, 2018, on Enrich your Dog’s Life at Any Age. Speaker was Paula Nowak, certified Trainer and Behaviorist. Paula and other Dog Behaviorist and Trainers will be giving future workshops.

In the spring, we will begin Dog Training in the Dog Park--members only! Join in on the activities and watch the Daily Updates to not miss any of the fun! For more information, please contact Michelle Fronheiser at shellywmf@live.com.

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Bowling Club

By: Phil Vinyard

Our season is starting its final push with just ten bowling weeks remaining. The leaderboard currently shows two teams tied for first place and four teams tied for second place, which will make these final weeks very exciting. All of the other teams will be trying hard to knock the leaders down from where they are. Of course, all of this is in great fun as everyone wants to see all bowlers, even teams they are bowling against, do well.

This year we will have a large pool of prize money to distribute to the teams and individual leaders at our banquet on April 11th.

For example, our men’s scratch game leader is Jim Selbitchka with a high game of 247 and for the women’s scratch game, the leader is Patricia Corkern with a 189.

The banquet is when the prize money is distributed and when everyone brings a dish to share. Spouses are invited to attend and everyone leaves with a full tummy and extra green in their wallets. It doesn’t get any better than that!

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Resident News & Information

Cresswind Bridge Club By: John Kelley

Hungry for a game of bridge? This year the Cresswind Bridge Club is offering 19 opportunities a month to play bridge.

Check our club notebook in the lobby for details about bidding exercises, casual bridge, rubber bridge, Chicago bridge and duplicate bridge games. Our club leadership and game hosts are doing a super job of organizing a variety of bridge game flavors for all our bridge appetites- come join us at the table.

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What’s Happening

CRESSWIND COMMUNITY CHORUS

SPRING MUSIC SPECTACULAR April 5-8 “Can’t Buy Me Love” (Beatles), “Blue Moon”, “Joyful, Joyful” (Sister Act), “Battle Hymn of the Republic” and “Impossible Dream”. Ensemble songs include “Fly Me to the Moon” by the Cresswind Chorale, “Rockin’ Robin” by the Women’s Chorus, “Mighty Men of Song” by the Men’s Chorus, “One Fine Day” by the 3’s a Charm Trio and “Splish Splash”

by Chuck and the UpChucks.

The Cresswind Community Chorus proudly presents it annual Spring Music Spectacular in four performances, Thursday-Sunday, April 5-8. The 100-member chorus is made up completely of residents of Cresswind under the direction of Chuck Bridwell who founded the chorus in 2014.

Special guest artist will be Holly Tucker, Texas country singer. She was a finalist on the television show “The Voice” in 2013 and was on Team Blake Shelton. She is an up and coming star and will bring lots of versatility to the show.

This spring’s concert will include lots of favorites including: “Another Op’nin’, Another Show”, “Somewhere Over the Rainbow”,

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Cresswind Small Bands By: John Kelley Keep your eyes and ears open for music from your Cresswind Small Bands. The Cresswind Jazz band entertained at the Cooking Club Pot Luck dinner- good food and good music, a perfect combination. The Cresswind Rock and Roll Band is getting ready to rock the house at an upcoming First Friday dance party. Watch the update for details. Look for the Cresswind Bluegrass Band to provide music for an outdoor event when the weather warms. And finally, be prepared because you never know when our newest small band,The Cresswind Ukulele Band, will materialize as a flash mob somewhere in the club house.

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Cooking Club By: Paula King

The Cooking Club started out this year with a donation of $2,500 to the HOA earmarked for kitchen improvementssee picture. The donation came from the sale of the fabulous Cresswind cookbook. Thanks to Judy Brannan and her team for all the hard work. By the time you read this, I expect cookbooks will be back in stock, so if you did not get one, now is the time.

After a great Pot Luck in January,

the first we have had in many years, the February Super Bowl Party followed, then Soup Night, some Cooking Classes, and Healthy Eating. In March, we look forward to a Casserole night on the 8th and a Ladies Afternoon Tea on the 29th.

On April 28th, we will have one of our biggest and most popular events, the Fish Fry! All the fish comes from Lake Lanier and is caught by our very own residents under the guidance of Tom Brown. March and April will also include Cooking Classes and Healthy Eating.

May will feature our famous Kentucky Derby party which will be held outside on the lawn this year. As spring and summer continue, we look forward to a Luau, Salad Night, Mystery Dinner, Poker Run BBQ, and, of course the very popular Oktoberfest.

So, if you are not a member, it is easy to join.

Drop a check made out to the Cooking Club for $5.00 PER PERSON in our mailbox located in the back-right side of the lobby.

Please put membership in the memo line.

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Stamp Club

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Stamp Club President, Paul Pormen and the 2018 club officers have announced that the Cresswind Stamp Club will be holding the club’s first Stamp Show in April. Pormen stated that this will give the club members an opportunity to display and share their hobby with the Cresswind Community. Each club member will put together a display that will provide the viewers the opportunity to explore the many facets of stamp collecting. The display will be from Saturday, April 14 thru Sunday, April 22 in the hallway in front of the Club Library. We hope the Cresswind community will stop by and see the displays of our members and it is never to late to collect stamps. Club officers for 2018 are President, Paul Pormen; Vice President, Leo Cortjens; Secretary/Treasurer, Jerry Whiteford; Board Member, Jutta Schulze. The Club meets the First Tuesday of the Month in the Club Kitchen at 3pm.

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Cresswind Dinner Group By: Karen Silverthorn

What a year of fun, laughs, and enjoying great meals with Cresswind neighbors!

Dinner Group members started the fall with an Oktoberfest themed dinner. In November, Mid-West recipes were featured. February ‘s theme was the ‘Roaring 20’s’ with special cocktails and a delicious meal from the Gatsby era. The final dinner for the season revolved around a ‘White’ menu. In March, participants enjoyed another wonderful meal at individual host homes. Then for dessert, everyone gathered at the clubhouse for a ‘Wrap-up’ party to celebrate the end of our 6th year as a dinner group in Cresswind.

The Dinner Group meets 4 times per year - the first Saturday of October, November, February and March. Our mission is simple - to enjoy delicious meals while meeting new neighbors around an elegant dinner table. There are 4 couples/pairs of people assigned to a host home. At each dinner, residents are rotated so members will always meet new neighbors and get to know them as friends. All recipes are provided and dinner participants are assigned a portion of the meal to prepare. Food and beverage costs (average $40 - $65 per pair/couple) are shared equally among participants at each house.

Anyone can join at any time during the year. If you are interested in joining the Dinner Group, email the coordinator, Karen Silverthorn, silk3349@charter.net to be added to the email list. There are no fees for Dinner Group, but you must be a paid member of the Cooking Club. Guidelines for the Dinner Group are posted on the Cooking Club website.

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Dance Club

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The Dance Club held its first Line Dance event on January 29th. Over 80 line dancers came to the Ballroom to socialize, dance and attend a short business meeting. The thirteen dances that were chosen for the evening were led by Eleanor Whalen, Lisa Phifer or Wendy O’Hanlon. The dance floor as well as the carpeted area was packed all evening with “boot scootin” dancers! The tables were decorated with various types of dance shoes, music CD’s and vintage sheet music, thanks to the imagination of Lynn Meek. This event was such a success, we feel that it needs to become a regular part of the Dance Club. Residents that are interested in learning more about Dance Club and its sessions may find all that information in our binder in The Club Lobby area. All of our sessions are free and open to all residents.

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Kayak Club

By: John Stevens

LAKE LANIER IS WAITING FOR YOU…! Come and join Cresswind Kayak Club members for a non-paddling social event to ‘kick-off ’ the 2018 kayaking season here at Cresswind. This ‘Bring Your Own Beverage’ (BYOB) and ‘Bring an Appertizer to Share’ (BaAtS) event is OPEN to ALL Cresswind residents. Come and mingle with your kayaking Cresswind friends…or come and meet them for the first time! If you are new to the Cresswind community, this would be an enjoyable, easy way to start meeting your neighbors, whether you are interested in kayaking or not.

So plan ahead and mark your calendars for Sunday, March 18th from 4:00-6:00 pm on the patio by the back pavilion overlooking the Cresswind Marina.

Have a question or comment, please email the CKC at cresswind.kayak. club@gmail.com.

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Meet Your Arts & Crafts Club Officers By: Dawn Davis

President: Rich Lynt Vice President: Kathie Zeranski Treasurer: Lynn Blaylock Secretary: Sue Joninas At Large Board Members: Jim Meek Brenda Crosby Karen Geganto Rich Lynt –Contact Rich with any suggestions or questions. richardklynt3@gmail.com Kathie Zaranski—Is a Retired Elementary Art Teacher with a BFA in Art. She hopes to be able to bring some fun classes to the Club.

Lynn Blaylock—Treasurer. Lynn loves pottery, card making, yoga, & enjoys creativity.

Sue Joninas—Sue has been secretary of Sports & Games for 2 years.

She was also secretary and then Chairman of the Welcome Committee.

Meet the Members at Large: Jim Meek--Favorite art medium is pastel painting. Favorite styles are Impressionists and American Regionalists Brenda Crosby--Her passion is working with clay. Neighbors are invited to join novice & experienced potters to be a part of a new pottery class Karen Geganto-Has a love for pottery, cooking, travel, and dogs.

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Ongoing Weekly Activities

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Monday

Wednesday Thursday

Watercolor Group

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Needlework

12:00

12:30 Line Dance II

1:00

Mah Jongg A&C Open Studio Mah Jongg

3:00

6:00

Saturday

Men’s Bible Study

Chorus

12:30 Samba Mah Jongg, Rummikub Quilting, 1:30 Walk-In A&C Open Studio 1:30 Rubber Bridge Bridge

Gourd Painting

Clogging

Line Dance III Mah Jongg

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Line Dance II

Line Dance III

Pinochle Ladies Bible Study

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Friday

Bridge Bidding

11:00

2:00

Tuesday

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5:30 Pokeno

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6:30 Cribbage

Chicken Foot Mixed Poker Beginner Line Dance

7:00

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Ongoing Weekly Sports & Fitness

MARCH/APRIL SCHEDULE

Ongoing Weekly Sports & Fitness Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

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Men’s Golf

Water Aerobics Circuit Burn

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Model Railroad Club

By Paul Pormen

Members of the Cresswind Model Railroad Club are excited to announce that the RR club will be setting up their Modular HO Scale railroad in the Cresswind Ballroom for the members to operate their extensive Modular model train operation. This fun event will occur on Saturday, April 21, 2018 from 9am to 3pm. Club members extend an invitation to the Cresswind Community and their grandchildren to come, view and run the trains. We are always looking for new members to join in this exciting hobby. You too can become a Modular participant. Just ask any club member or officer. Officers for 2018 are: Paul Pormen, President; Vice President, Bill Edmondson; Secretary/Treasurer, Brian Chapin; Members at Large, Bill Dickey and Don Naegele.

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It is a New Year and you made a resolution to write that great American Novel. Well, okay, maybe a short story, but you do not know where to start. Cresswind Creative Writers Group - Writers in the Wind, can help. We provide a supportive environment which encourages you to write and above all, have fun. Join us. Our meetings are held the last Thursday of the month, at 1:30 pm in the Computer Conference Room. If you have any questions, please contact Sue DeCrescenzo at sdecrescenzo1@yahoo.com

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The Cresswind Community Gardens – Come Grow with Us! Spring is almost here and The Cresswind Community Gardens are getting spruced up! Stop by and see all the work done by the Farmstand volunteers. Walk the new crushed stone and brick path from the parking area through the gate, check out the garden boxes for early crops and thanks to Dave Rusk, maybe see a bluebird nest in the new handmade bird houses. Under the direction of the Farmstand Club and their hard-working garden managers, Evelyne Palmer, Mitch Schueler and Natalie Watts, plans are underway to relocate the storage shed. The intent is to make room for more garden boxes and a seating area for everyone to come and enjoy the gardens. There are exciting ideas in the works for events in the garden; for example, live music, and much, much more.

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by Al Pileggi Pickleball got off to an early start with several players on the court January 1st playing in blustery conditions during a light snow.

Even in winter weather play goes on, with the exception of wet courts which are too slippery to play on. The first tournament of the year, organized by Amy Pike, was held in January. The Polar Express Hot Chocolate Tournament was held on a beautiful sunny day made to order for play.

There were three divisions composed of novice, intermediate, and advanced players grouped into mixed doubles teams. The following teams were awarded tournament medals:

Pickleball Officers: Bobbi Strauss, Mascot; Al Pileggi, President; Amy Pike, Vice President; Virginia Chapman, Member at Large; Kim Miller, Member at Large; Jan Cieply, Secretary; Chuck Treloar, Treasurer;

NOVICE Gold medals to Vickie Johnson and Jesse Knowles Silver medals to Sheran Connolly and Cathy Kologinczak INTERMEDIATE Gold medals to Dave Johnson Pat Fagan Silver medals to Bambi Futch and Stanley Kopkin ADVANCED Gold medals to Wendy O’Hanlon and Chuck Treloar Silver medals to Brenda Young and Natt Davis The next tournament, an annual event named after club member Clay Myers, is scheduled for March 31st. When last contacted, Clay was alive and well and wanted everyone to know this is not a memorial event. League play is scheduled to begin in March and league schedules will be different than last year; so watch for announcements and sign up information. The plan is to have more leagues for a shorter duration with varying skill levels including men’s, ladies and mixed double competitions.

If you have not paid your club dues of $10 per player, payment is requested by March 31st, 2018. Remember, you must be a dues paid member to participate in Pickleball Club tournaments, leagues, or social events. If you are new to Pickleball, watch for times for novice training sessions. The great thing about Pickleball here at Cresswind is all the wonderful people you meet and get to know, so come on out and “Pickle On”.

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Another great Bingo Night is on its way on St. Patty’s Day Night,Tuesday, March 13th, 7:00pm. We will have an Irish Harpist to play for us - the real thing! Get your tickets early.

Sports and Games has several fun subsets you should try out! The games and the leaders are listed below.

Contact them for more information and be watching the Daily Updates for more information as its available: Basketball: Tom Low Basketball will begin Thursday, April 5th, 9:00 am- Low Impact fun shooting games Bocce Ball: Steve Remsen Fantasy Football: Bob Bobkowski Cresswind Fantasy Football League 2017 winners: Dave Pech, Sue Fraser (overall League Champion), Wayne Blum, David Jones, Debbie Ellis.

Cornhole: Teresa Bruhn and Carol Weiss Cornhole is played for two hours once a month on regulation size corn hole boards in the ballroom. As weather permits, we will move to the outdoors in the spring. The activity is free and a great way to meet and enjoy your neighbors.

Miniature Golf: David Jones and Jack Hollfelder

The Sports and Games Club wants to help enrich your Cresswind experience. Let us know if you want to start up any sports and games that are not currently available. We are here to help you get started!

Contact any one of the officers for information.

President: Pete Lyons Vice President: Ed Pallo Secretary: Sue Joninas Treasurer: Curt Dockter Member at Large: Jan Cieply Member at Large: Bob Bobkowski

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Spring is almost here so get ready for some fun tennis, a variety of clinics, and league play. Four quarterly day and evening clinics for different levels and specialty clinics are planned. Bill Papciak, Bill Bigard and Gordon Watts will lend their expertise as instructors. Bill Papciak (billpapciak@gmail.com) has graciously volunteered to offer mini group lessons for 2-4 players.

Men will have an opportunity to play on three spring teams. Bill Papciak and Mike Marsico will co-captain the successful Cresswind Experience ALTA team, playing Saturdays at 9 am, beginning March 17th. Jim Snell and Gordon Watts (gwatts2617@gmail.com ) will co-captain an Alta Men’s senior team on Wednesday’s at 10 am, beginning March 14th. Dan Skeels (dan.skeels@hotmail.com) will captain the Cresswind Silverball Men’s Team on Mondays at 10 am. Women will be able to play on two 3.0 USTA teams; the 40+ League begins on March 4th playing on Mondays and the 55+ League, captained by Judy Mota (jandjmota@ msn.com) begins on March 19th and plays on Fridays.

Email any of the captains if you want to participate in one of the leagues.

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Auditions were held on January 4th for the upcoming play “Mama Won’t Fly.” Approximately 19 actresses and actors were selected for the various roles. The play is a comedy about a mother, daughter and bride-to-be who opt to make a cross-country car trip from Alabama to California to attend the wedding of the son/brother/husband-to-be. Along the way, the trio encounters humorous situations, involving several characters and relatives, that will guarantee to leave you laughing. The play is directed by Cresswind’s own Bert Emma who has directed several plays here in our community. In fact, this is Bert’s second time directing this particular play. He directed this play for Deaton Creek last year. So, he should have it perfected! I’m just saying…

These past and future productions are not possible without the combined efforts of actors, costume designers, set decorators, chorus, dancers, house management, and many other volunteers. In fact, it took well over 100 volunteers for our last play, “Witness for The Prosecution.” If you are new to the neighborhood or have been around for some time and want to get involved with the theater, please contact Wayne Blum at theblums@charter.net. No experience is necessary. If you don’t want to try acting, there is plenty to do “behind the scenes.” This year, 2018, promises to be another successful year for the Cresswind Neighborhood Theatre.

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The Veteran who is our UNG scholarship recipient attended January’s club meeting to thank Cresswind for helping him realize his dream to attend college. He will return to the military after graduation, but this time as an officer.

A 64 year-old whose social security covers little beyond rent received both funds and various information assisting him to understand various government programs.

Two unrelated individuals were victims of separate house fires. These individuals were provided with shirts, trousers, underwear, coats, and food. One was given a bicycle. The other, funds to assist with the down payment on an apartment.

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