Sterling Life

Sterling Life September/October 2014

Sterling Life

Inside this Issue:

• Car Show • Estate Planning for Young Families • Harvest Balloon Festival

and more!

Proud Sterling Resident

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Helpful Numbers Public Schools Spout Springs Elementary............................................770-967-4860 World Language Academy............................................770-967-5856 C. W. Davis Middle School............................................770-965-3020 Flowery Branch High School.......................................770-967-8000 DaVinci Academy...........................................................770 533-4004

Recreation Facilities Chateau Elan...................................................................678-425-0900 Gwinnett County Cultural Center............................770-813-7500 Hall County Parks & Recreation................................770-535-8280 Lake Lanier lslands.........................................................800-840-lake Road Atlanta....................................................................800-849-race

Private Schools Brenau Academy.............................................................770-534-6140 Hebron Christian Academy.........................................770-962-5423 Jubilee Christian Academy............................................770-531-7576 Lakeview Academy.........................................................770-532-4383 Maranatha Christian Academy....................................770-536-6334 Riverside Military Academy..........................................770-532-6251 Sugar Hill Christian Academy......................................678-745-4121

Government Services Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce.......................770-532-6206 Flowery Branch City Hall.............................................770-967-6371 Flowery Branch Police..................................................770-531-6769 Flowery Branch Post Office........................................770-967-6431 Hall County Fire Department.....................................770-536-8812 Hall County Sheriff’s Department.............................770-531-6769 Spout Springs Hall Co. Library....................................770-532-3311 Hall County Animal Control.......................................770-531-6829 Tax Commissioner/Auto Tags......................................770-531-6950

Child Care & Preschools Chestnut Mountain........................................................770-967-7105 Winnford Academy........................................................770-945-3338 Friendship Learning Center.........................................678-546-9002 Goddard School.............................................................770-967-6737 Lakeview Academy.........................................................770-532-4383 Lanier Academy..............................................................770-831-9422 Primrose School (Crossroads Drive)........................770-932-5573 Toddler Universe Christian Day Care.......................770-965-1414 Prince of Peace Preschool............................................678-960-0077 Colleges and Universities Brenau Academy & University.....................................770-534-6299 UGA Visitors Center.....................................................706-542-0842 Georgia Perimeter College..........................................678-407-5000 Gainesville State College..............................................770-718-3641 University of North Georgia.......................................706-864-1400 Medical Services Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta................................ 404-250-KIDS Emory Eastside Hospital...............................................770-979-0200 Guilford Immediate Care.............................................770-965-6464 Gwinnett Medical Center............................................770-995-4321 NE Georgia Medical Center (NEGA).......................770-535-3553 NEGA Lanier Park Campus.........................................770-219-9000

Utilities/Services Jackson EMC...................................................................770-536-2415 Charter Communications............................................678-410-9362 AT&T.................................................................................800-436-8638 Gainesville Water/Public Utilities...............................770-535-6878 City of Flowery Branch Trash Service.......................770-967-6371 Hall County Landfill.......................................................770-531-6853 Direct Satellite/Dish Network....................................678-714-1495 Red Oak Sanitation........................................................770-536-7868 Street Light Outage/Jackson EMC..............................770-536-2415 (When calling to report a street light outage; please reference the street light number on the front of the pole) Gas Providers SCANA Energy Regulated Division......................... 866-245-7742 Georgia Natural Gas Services.....................................770-850-6200 Gas South........................................................................866-762-6427 Vectren Source...............................................................866-200-5693 Walton EMC Natural Gas............................................770-267-2505

Resident Amenities Card Replacement If you have lost your Amenities Card, replacements are available for $25 each at the clubhouse.

Please call the Clubhouse or email Activities@Sterling-Life.com for an appointment.

Lost Pet/ Animal Disturbances For lost pets, dangerous animals and/or unclaimed pets, please contact Hall County Animal Services at 770-531-6829. Within Sterling on the Lake, dogs barking more than 15 minutes continuously should be reported as a nuisance to Hall County Animal Services.

Mailbox Replacement/ Repair Contact Addresses of Distinction at 770-436-6198 or www.aodmailboxes.com Clubhouse Office Information Kathy Andrews, Association Manager, 770-965-3980, Option 1 Jenifer Pomerantz, Activities Director, 770-965-3980, Option 2 Clubhouse Hours: Monday - Saturday, 10am-6pm; Sunday, 12pm-6pm (unless posted otherwise) September/October

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE Helpful Numbers.......................3 Association Manager’s Corner...4 Tennis Shots.............................10 Kid Fit Triathlon.......................16 September Calendar..............18 October Calendar...................19 Harvest Balloon Festival.........20 Empty Nester’s Corner..........25 Community Connection.........29

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Association Manager’s Corner

Missing Street Signs A reminder from Kathy, your Association Manager Recently, it has become evident that street signs, including “Children at Play� signs, have been intentionally removed from their installed location.

This is both a hazardous and costly form of vandalism. Signs replacements can cost a few hundred to a few thousand dollars each.

NOT using these posts to display advertisements (lost pets, garage sale signs, etc.).

Adhesive from tape, glue and other products damages the paint and finish of these signs and posts, and causes the posts to become unsightly and age prematurely.

Sign replacements have been installed. It is my hope that residents continue to take an active role in monitoring activity within the community, Community members can utilize Facebook and in their immediate areas. Please do not hesito post lost pets, items for sale, etc. to a much tate to report directly to Flowery Branch Police larger overall audience. Also, please note that Department (770-531-6788) any suspicious our community guidelines do not allow for indiactivity, at any time. vidual yard sales outside of the two established Also, please help in keeping these signs/posts for our community per year (Spring / Fall). looking their best for as long as possible by Thank you in advance for your cooperation!

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The need is constant.

The gratification is instant.

Give blood.

Sterling on the Lake Blood Drive 2:00pm to 7:00pm - Clubhouse

Friday, September 19

Sign up at: www.redcrossblood.org Sponsor Code SOLC Or call Jenifer Pomerantz at 770-965-3980, Ext.2

RedCrossBlood.org 1-800-GIVE-LIFE © 2009 The American National Red Cross, Mid-America #0135 Dec. 2009

Columbus Day Camp Monday, October 13th • 9am – 12noon Hosted at the SOTL Clubhouse • $35 per camper • Ages 5-9

In honor of Columbus Day, one of our hands on crafts will be Balloon Powered Boats!

Snack will be provided for each child.

Register your child for our Columbus Day Camp! Our campers will enjoy making unique crafts and a variety of games at the clubhouse!

Registration forms are available on www.Sterling-Life.com > Community Events September/October

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Association News & Events

5th Row Center Circus Camp

Another Successful Year!

Fifth Row Center’s summer theater camp was another success! Over 35 kids from the neighborhood and surrounding communities attended this year and took classes in drama , singing, dance, costumes, set design and many others. Ages 6-17 can join us next year!

Want information on ongoing programs at Fifth Row Center?

Visit us online: www.fifthrowcenter.com

Your Neighborhood Travel Consultant for Disney Vacations, Cruises, Family, and Romantic Getaways!

From Empty Space to a Beautiful Place

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Call Linda today!

678-575-6293

Fine furniture lives here Today’s Traditions Furniture

1210 Thompson Bridge Rd. Gainesville, GA • 770-297-0080 www.todaystraditionsfurniture.com

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Tennis Shots

Tennis Committee Update As most Sterling on the Lake Tennis Players may be aware, there have been many changes that have occurred over the course of the summer to the Tennis Committee. More information will be coming in the next few months, but until everything is finalized, below are a few issues that

might be of immediate concern to any residents that play tennis here at Sterling on the Lake.

Our current Tennis Committee members are: Scott Elston (Committee Chair), Jamie Floyd, Daniel Matus, and Renee Adams.

Facebook: The SOTL Tennis Facebook page will be changing in the upcoming weeks. If you were Facebook friends with the previous/old page, that page is no longer affiliated with the community’s Tennis Committee or programs at Sterling on the Lake.

Tennis Groups Page: Our website has been updated to include updated Tennis Groups Page!

If you were a previous user of this group, your user information has been reactivated so that you can seamlessly access the information.

The Tennis Groups Page includes tennis documents, a calendar, Pro contact information and more.

Court Scheduler: Several residents have inquired on how to use the Court Scheduler, and how to update information and reserve court time.

The court scheduler is available online www.sterlingonthelake.tennisbookings.com Lost passwords can be automatically requested from the site to assist you with logging in. The main page of our court scheduler, click “Forgot Password”.

On the secondary page, enter your username or email address associated with your account.

An email from the site will be automatically sent to you. If you are having trouble logging in, please contact Scott Elston, Tennis Chair via email at Tennis@Sterling-Life.com.

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Tennis Shots Updated Contact Information is important!

Once you are logged in to the court scheduler, please periodically update your personal information by visiting your Profile. Keeping your information the most up-to-date will help the Tennis Committee communicate upcoming events, opportunities, lessons and more!

When you make updates to the court scheduler, don’t forget to also update your user profile on www.Sterling-Life.com!

ALTA Team Captains: If you are a captain of a Fall ALTA tennis team, please contact Scott Elston as soon as possible. He will need your team roster so that he can collect any non-resident fees that may be assessed and make sure the courts are scheduled accordingly for the upcoming season of play.

Unauthorized Soccer on Courts: There have been several complaints regarding a group of boys/men playing soccer on the tennis courts. This problem is being addressed and signs are in place at the courts stating that the courts are for tennis use only. If any resident observes anyone using the courts for an activity other than tennis, politely ask them to leave. If they refuse, please call Flowery Branch Police Department Dispatch at 770-531-6788.

For any other resident questions or concerns, please direct your emails to the Tennis Committee at Tennis@Sterling-Life.com.

The Tennis Committee appreciates your patience as they transition into their new roles and work to make sure the Sterling on the Lake Tennis Community is well represented and our program offerings continue smoothly.

Our Sterling on the Lake Sunday Ladies Team (Level B3) have just become Alta City Champions!

Warm congratulations to our neighbors in their achievement!

In picture, from left to right First row: Brandy Bailey, Lynn Moore, Erin Mundy, Stacie Prater, Nicole Correa, Kathy Anglin and Brandy Scott Second row: Lauren McGuire, Earron Martin, Jennifer Wethington, Julie Elston, Mai Shedd, Angela Hayes and Tracy Clement Not pictured: Eleanor Timmons September/October

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The need is constant.

The gratification is instant.

Give blood.

The very best in women’s health care

Introducing our new Nurse Practitioner!

Come see Kim today for OB & GYN Exams, teen care, primary care issues such as hypertension, thyroid, weight management and prenatal classes Kim Kobetich, FPNP

Alan Gerber, MD

Date Night?

REGAL

Movie Tickets Available

Quick Gift?

Pick up Regal Movie Tickets from the Tickets are only $8.50 each! Activities Office of the Clubhouse!

Wondering what the savings are?

At Regal Mall of Georgia, ticket pricing before 3:00PM is $9.50 and after 3:00PM is $11.75 per person!

Planning a group outing? Order your tickets ahead of time with an email to Activities@Sterling-Life.com! Cash or Resident Check (made payable to “SOTL”) are accepted. Tickets are available in limited quantities and based on availability. Program guidelines are changing and unrestricted tickets are only available for a limited time, while quantities last.

Our nearest Regal locations are: Regal Hamilton Mill Stadium 14 2160 Hamilton Creek Parkway Dacula, GA 30019 • 678-482-0624 12

Regal Mall of Georgia Stadium 20 & IMAX 3333 Buford Drive, Suite 3000 Buford, GA 30518 • 678-482-9263

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Lake Living Highlights

The one that got away...

After weeks of attempting to catch the fish that stole his bait and got away, our neighbor Jimmy was overjoyed to hook this 4+ foot species of carp in the lake. While this fish is not the original thief of his bait, it was surely one not to miss taking a photo with!

Carp can grow large and are strong fighters on a rod and reel fishing pole, and are mainly vegetarians here at Sterling on the Lake, helping us control lake vegetation. They are wary and can be quite difficult to catch. Jimmy had success with this carp and some of its friends by using bread; these fish also like corn.

Fishing Camp...

Our first fishing camp this summer was a success, with a full roster of campers aged 5-8 years old! Campers had a great time learning about our lakes & trails, conservation, animal life and so much more from Mr. Robby (our lake Biologist).

Among crafts, hands –on learning activities (such as water quality testing) and art projects… there was (of course!)

FISHING!

Fishing with friends...

Will and Jack unexpectedly played the game of chance (and won) while they were out fishing this summer!

Catching a 14lb.+ large mouth bass made amazing memories for them, but after releasing him back into the lake … and catching him again made event better memories!

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Treadin’ Water

Poolside News

The Sterling Stripers were on fire this season!

With over 70 registered members, our team made an impact in the North Georgia Swim League

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Kid Fit Triathlon

They Came Out to Get Active! kidFIT: August 16th, 2014

Our annual family-friendly 1K, 5K and Triathlon event that promotes healthy lifestyles for all ages. After all, “a body in motion, stays in motion�

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Healthy Living & Wellness Workshop WHAT IF... ONE SMALL SHIFT CAN IMMEDIATELY IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH AND THE HEALTH OF YOUR FAMILY? Have you ever experienced one or more of the following?

- Low Energy - Bad eating habits - Excess Weight - Depression/Anxiety

- Disturbed Sleep - Mood Swings - Slow Digestion & Elimination - Slow Metabolism

- Hot Flashes/PMS - Joint Pain and Aching Muscles - Wrinkles or other Skin Issues

Join an interactive seminar that will provide you information to help improve your daily living! Area Arbonne Consultants will help educate you in this informative workshop on healthier living

Sunday, September 21st 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Presented by

Hosted at the Sterling on the Lake Clubhouse * Childcare will be provided onsite *

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Yoga 7:30am Travel Club: River Cruises 6:30pm

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Little Sprouts 10:30am Family Movie Night 6:30pm

Yard Sale 8:00am-3:00pm Men’s Coffee 9:30am Little Sprouts 10:30am Blood Drive 2-7:00pm

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SOTL Car Show 10:00am-3:00pm FREE Spectator Admission

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Visit www.Sterling-Life.com for more information on community news, exciting events and fun-filled family activities!

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1pm - 8pm Saturday, October 18th For more festival and event information, visit www.HarvestBalloonFestival.com

About Our Beneficiaries Sterling on the Lake would like to invite you to be a part of its 5th annual Harvest Balloon Festival on Saturday, October 18, 2014. This festival along with our previous Pumpkin Festivals has been giving back to local and national charities for the past 8 years and has raised “and donated” over $100,000 to families and animals in need. We are incredible proud of the funds raised, especially during these tough economic times.

The proceeds from the 2014 Harvest Balloon Festival at Sterling on the Lake will be shared between two charities - Challenged Child and friends, Inc., a local nonprofit in Hall County serving children with disabilities through educational, therapeutic, nursing and family counseling services, and the Hall County Animal Shelter, Hall County Governments’s first full-service animal shelter with over 300 kennels that comfortably house about 8,000 animals each year.

While the purpose of the festival couldn’t be more serious, the festival itself is a celebratory community event, incorporating good old-fashioned outdoor fun and family participation. Festival goers enjoy traditional family favorites and new fall activities while supporting worthy causes.

Our Beneficiaries: Challenged Child and Friends Founded in 1985, Challenged Child and Friends is a 501c(3) non-profit organization located in Gainesville, Georgia on a 15 acre campus. They serve children with disabilities and their typical peers through state-of-the-art educational, therapeutic, nursing and family counseling services in an integrated environment. www.challengedchild.org Hall County Animal Shelter Hall County Government’s first full-service animal shelter opened in October 2009. The shelter has over 300 kennels that comfortably house about 8,000 animals each year. www.animalshelter.hallcounty.org If your company or business is able to support this event, even with a small donation or in-kind donations (cases of water, food for volunteers, etc.) Please let us know!

We are also still seeking crafters/artisans and direct sales companies that would like to join the festival. If you are interested in aligning your business with this amazing event, please email us at Activites@Sterling-Life.com for more details!

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Don’t Miss It! Bring the Whole Family!

Our high flying Spider Jumper and popular Human Hamster Balls are coming back!

1pm - 8pm Saturday, October 18th 5th Annual Hot Air Balloon Festival at Sterling on the Lake For more information: www.HarvestBalloonFestival.com

This signature event features rides, family games, carnival style activities, an evening Balloon Glow and so much more! Festival attendees also enjoy the excitement of a large pumpkin carving and painting station, hay rides, face painting and live music and performances!

Make sure you bring your appetite because there will be food vendors, carnival sweets and much more! Watch for email announcements and information on www.Sterling-Life.com.

Calling All Craft Vendors & Local Businesses!

Want to feature your business during this amazing event and support fantastic local charities via this unique fundraiser? The event features sponsorship levels of all sizes and types - even in-kind services and supplies!

Craft Vendors: New Booth Pricing This Year! Do you create amazing, one-of-a-kind items? Do you need an outlet for the items you have been creating? Join us at the festival‌ Only $50.00 per booth!

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1pm - 8pm Saturday, October 18th For more festival and event information, visit www.HarvestBalloonFestival.com

Important Information Regarding the Festival Resident Pre-Sale for Activity Tickets: Tickets will be available to Sterling on the Lake Residents earlier than for the general public. Please watch for email announcements and information on www.Sterling-Life.com.

Road Closings & Parking: The community will be closed to all through traffic on Saturday, October 18th at all entrances beginning at 12 noon for the festival. Residents are welcomed to use the Capitol Farms Road and Black Jack Road entrances, and can show their Validated Amenity Cards or Drivers License to gain entry. Guests for the festival will be able to park offsite and be shuttled onto festival grounds.

Carnival Rides and Ticketing: Please note that our carnival rides and Giant Hamster Ball activity will close at 5:30pm in order for the festival area to accommodate the Hot Air Balloons.

Lines will begin taking their LAST RIDERS at 4:45pm.

Tethered Balloon Rides: Tethered Hot Air Balloon Rides will be available in the evening of the 18th AS WEATHER PERMITS, including the instance of wind (for the safety of all riders and festival attendees, pilots must also pay close attention to wind speed in regards to their safety guidelines). Saturday’s tickets will be available on a first-come basis and will not be available for presale.

Residents will be able to pre-purchase Thethered Ride Tickets for Sunday morning for themselves and any guests that would like a ride on Sunday.

No Glass Containers, bottles, kegs or any other container other than paper or plastic cups may be brought into the festival area. Grills, large rolling coolers or cooking elements are also not permitted.

Volunteers: Hundreds of volunteers are needed to produce the festival each year.

Volunteers may apply via email to Activities@Sterling-Life.com, via our festival website: www.HarvestBalloonFestival.com or in person at the Clubhouse or Information Center.

Admission is free for all festival volunteers, and volunteers will receive a commemorative Harvest Balloon Festival t-shirt (while supplies last).

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Travel Club/Home & Garden Club

Enchanted River Cruising!

Brought to you by Changes in Attitude Travel - Linda Fletcher

Enjoy a night of enchantment with River Cruising!

September 11th • 6:30pm at the Clubhouse Refreshments Provided You will discover the most convenient way to see the world through cruising its rivers! Small ships and comfortable surrounding await!

Do you have a “Green Thumb” when it comes to gardening & plants?

The Home & Garden Club invites you to come learn about a wide variety of topics throughout the year!

Most recently, Elaine (owner of the Potting Shed) joined us to talk about propagation and how to grow new plants from your existing plants.

Upcoming topics include: Native Gardening: Gardening with Edible and Ornamental Native Plants, Hardy Bulbs for Seasons of Interest, Bees, Bats & Butterflies (Plants to attract specific guests) and Herbalicious: Growing & Using Herbs (which may include a tasting!)

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CLUB

The next meetings will be held on Sept 25th at 6:30pm and October 23rd at 6:30pm Watch for email announcements regarding specific topics presented by our Home & Garden Club

Meets the 4th Thursday of each month at the clubhouse at 6:30pm September/October

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Empty Nester’s Corner

Our neighbors had a home run time at the Gwinnett Braves!

Sterling on the Lake Silverstreaks beat Deaton Creek!

Sterling Silverstreaks won both games earlier this summer in a double-header against two Deaton Creek teams. Our team looked polished and ready for kickball battle with new team T-shirts (thank you Marjorie C.)!

Our team is seeking additional players for our fall season‌ interested?

Send an email to Activities@Sterling-Life.com.

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The Instructors of Karate World will be hosting a FREE family self defense class at the clubhouse!

The materials will be appropriate for ages 7 and above.

We will have pointers for children, teens & adults.

Don’t miss it!!

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Free Family SELF DEFENSE

CLASS

Saturday, October 11th • 1:30 pm Sterling on the Lake Clubhouse “America’s Best Family Martial Arts Academy”

We the Instructor’s of Karate World of North Georgia, Sr. Master Deborah Jett and Sr. Master Michael Jett have been teaching the martial arts to families in Suwanee for 20 years. We are a mother and son that and are both 5th Degree Black Belts. As a Sterling on the lake resident, we have now opened a new location in Braselton Georgia and would like to come share with our neighbors some basic self defense and personal safety lessons. Especially with the holidays just around the corner, everyone in the family can benefit.

Please RSVP to Jenifer at Sterling on the Lake 770-965-3980, Option 2 or Activities@Sterling-Life.comor Karate World of North Georgia 770-688-0461 by October 1st to reserve your spot.

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Silence May Be Golden,

but Not When It Comes to Your Estate It’s a topic people tend to put off or ignore, but one of the most important things you can do it to develop a sound estate plan. Doing so lets you take a giant step toward a more secure future for yourself and generations to come.

MKD-3231A-A-FL EXP 31 JAN 2015 ©2014 EDWARD JONES, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

You’re Invited

Community CONNECTION

Find more.

The Goddard School 5989 Spout Springs Rd., Flowery Branch, GA 30542 Contact: Gina at 770-697-6737 www.goddardschools.com FloweryBranchGA@goddardschools.com

Attend our free Preparing Your Estate Plan seminar. You’ll learn more about: • What to consider when creating your will • How to help reduce taxes on your estate • The benefits of trusts in estate planning • How insurance can help protect your family

Growlers on Main 5509 Main Street, Flowery Branch, GA 30542 678-960-3026 www.growlersonmain.com

Nancy Wasdin from Wasdin Law, LLC will be available to answer questions.

Refreshments will be served.

October 9, 2014 • 6:30 PM Sterling on the Lake at The Clubhouse

Flowery Branch, GA 30542 Call Jenifer Pomerantz-Moore, Activities Manager at 770-965-3980

by October 3, 2014 to reserve a seat for you and a friend.

Edward Jones, its employees and financial advisors are not estate planners and cannot provide tax or legal advice. You should contact a qualified tax or legal professional regarding your specific situation.

Meghan E. Childers Financial Advisor 1672 Market Place Blvd.

Cumming, GA 30041 770-844-1000 www.edwardjones.com

Member SPIC

“America’s best Family Martial arts program”

Now in Braselton!

Call today to sign up!

770-688-0461 5765 Old Winder Highway Braselton GA, 30517

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Fireworks Celebration

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STERLING RESIDENT AND RE-SALE AGENT GETS RESULTS!!!

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7709 Box Turtle Way $304,000

Sheila Carver is your Sterling on the Lake neighbor and is unlike other Realtors. With 19 years of experience she strives to provide outstanding service to every customer with honesty, caring and heart-felt guidance. Customer service is her #1 priority! Besides offering general real estate services, Sheila is certified with a CDPE® - Certified Distressed Property Expert Certification and is experienced in completing many successful Short Sales and saving many from foreclosure.

If you want your home sold or leased at Sterling on the Lake, call the “Realtor That Cares”!

• Performance Guarantee • Individualized Marketing Plan • Top Dollar Sterling Sales – Holds Highest Sale at Sterling in 4 years • Sterling on the Lake Homeowner • 19 Years Real Estate Experience • CDPE Certified • Short Sales Specialist

Sheila Sell Carver Realtor (404) 277-3422 • SheilaGetsResults@gmail.com www.AtlantaRealEstateAgent.com

All information deemed to be correct, but it subject to Errors and Omissions.

Any terms subject to change without notice.

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As your Sterling Neighbor, I would love to help save you money!

CALL ME FOR YOUR REFINANCE CHECK UP! Property values are on the rise and rates are still low, so don’t wait. I’m available anytime including nights and weekends to help you save on your next house payment.

Kimber Lee Doran Mortgage Loan Originator, NMLS #270893 Direct: 404-916-9236 • Fax: 678-456-1636 Email: kimberldoran@gmail.com

Know someone who wants to move to Sterling?

Have them call me today to pre-qualify for their new Sterling home!

848 Jesse Jewell Pkwy SE • Gainesville GA 30501 NMLS# 270893 Branch NMLS# 155338 Georgia residential mortgage licensee MLO #30194 Branch #37381

Pet Pleasers At Home Pet Care

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Your Next Door Neighbor... Lake Lanier, Buford, Flowery Branch, Oakwood, Sugar Hill & Suwanee

• Leaving Town? Working Late?

• Dog Walking and Cat Sitting Too! • Low Per Visit Fees • References Available • Sunshine Guarantee Your Pet is Home and Safe

Dee Peck • 678.313.2635 petpleasersinc.com • dee@petpleasersinc.com facebook.com/PetPleasersAtHomePetSitting

BUNDLE and SAVE up to 25%

Do you have a business, event, or special offer for Sterling Residents?

Make your policies work harder for you. Ask us how.

Bob Gillespie, Gillespie Family Agency,LLC 7108 Williams Rd, Suite 103 Flowery Branch, GA 30542 770-776-7452 gillesr2@nationwide.com

Products underwritten by Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company and Affiliated Companies. Columbus, OH. Subject to underwriting guidelines, review and approval. Nationwide, the Nationwide Framemark and On Your Side are service marks of Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company. Savings compared to standalone price of each policy, based on national new customer data from May 2010. Availability and discounts vary by state and other factors.

ADP-1230 (06/11)

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Call me today! Amanda Groover • 770-895-5984 info@ngacommunitymarketing.com

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Did you know?

The University of California conducted a survey where MRI scans showed that a typical backpack places heavy compression on the discs and increases curvature of the spine. Heavy backpacks could cause permanent damage. “We see kids complaining of back problems, shoulder problems, and we are seeing more Scoliosis in the teenage years.”

Chiropractic care is uniquely suited to help this condition. In our office, we are committed to the health of children and offer

FREE SCOLIOSIS CHECKS

from now until the end of October.

We offer a variety of treatments: Chiropractic Massage Spinal & Extremity Adjustments from Infant to Elderly

Residents of Sterling On the Lake

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“Your Hometown Chiropractor for Quality Chiropractic Care”

Christopher Turner, DC, Tanya Turner, DC and Lou Pampena, DC

Call 770.967.1900 or visit 4875 Hog Mountain Road, Site D Flowery Branch, GA 30542

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