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Association Manager’s Corner

22 Poolside News

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Empty Nester’s Corner 26 Consignment Sale 31 10th Annual Golf Tournament

14 Lakes & Trails

32 Earth Day

16 Tennis Shots

33 Fitness Classes

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 Mailbox standards include Brass Numbers, a Metallic Silver Medallion and a black semi-matte finish on the mailbox and pole (Do-it-Yourself with Rustoleum Textured Paint, Semi-Gloss Black (#7220)) Clubhouse Office Information Kathy Andrews, Association Manager, 770-965-3980, Option 1 Jenifer Pomerantz, Activities Director, 770-965-3980, Option 2 Clubhouse Hours & Address Monday - Saturday, 10AM-6PM; Sunday, 12PM-6PM (unless posted otherwise) 7005 Lake Sterling Boulevard

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Private Schools Hebron Christian Academy............................................ 770-963-9250 Lakeview Academy............................................................ 770-532-4383 Maranatha Christian Academy....................................... 770-531-9625 Riverside Military Academy............................................. 770-532-6251 Sugar Hill Christian Academy......................................... 678-745-4121 Lanier Christian Academy............................................... 678-828-8350 Child Care & Preschools Chestnut Mountain Academy......................................... 770-967-7105 Winnford Academy........................................................... 770-945-3338 Friendship Learning Center............................................ 678-546-9002 Goddard School................................................................ 770-967-6737 Lakeview Academy............................................................ 770-532-4383 Primrose School (Crossroads Drive)........................... 770-932-5573 Prince of Peace Preschool............................................... 678-960-0077 Kids of Covenant Child Care......................................... 678-769-5437 Colleges and Universities Brenau University.............................................................. 770-534-6299 UGA Visitors Center........................................................ 706-542-0842 Georgia Perimeter College............................................. 678-407-5000 University of North Georgia.......................................... 706-864-1400 Medical Services Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta....................................404-785-KIDS Emory Eastside Hospital.................................................. 770-979-0200 NE Georgia Medical Center (NEGA).......................... 770-219-9000 NE Georgia Medical Center (Braselton)..................... 770-848-8000 NEGA Lanier Park Campus............................................ 770-219-0023 Gwinnett Medical.............................................................. 678-312-1000 Government Services Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce.......................... 770-532-6206 Flowery Branch City Hall................................................ 770-967-6371 Flowery Branch Police Department............................. 770-967-6336 Flowery Branch Post Office........................................... 770-967-6431 Hall County Fire Department........................................ 770-531-6838 Hall County Sheriff’s Department................................ 770-531-6885 Spout Springs Hall Co. Library....................................... 770-532-3311 Hall County Animal Control/Services.......................... 770-531-6829 .......................................................................(afterhours) 770-536-8812 Tax Commissioner/Auto Tags......................................... 770-531-6950 Utilities/Services Jackson EMC...................................................................... 770-536-2415 Charter Communications............................................... 678-410-9362 AT&T.................................................................................... 800-436-8638 Gainesville Water/Public Utilities.................................. 770-535-6878 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)

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Public Schools Spout Springs School of Enrichment............................ 770-967-4860 World Language Academy............................................... 770-967-5856 Davis Middle School......................................................... 770-965-3020 Flowery Branch High School.......................................... 770-967-8000 DaVinci Academy...............................................................770 533-4004 Martin Technology Academy of Math & Science........ 770-965-1578 Lanier Charter Career Academy................................... 770-531-2330 Chesnut Mountain Creative School of Inquiry........... 770-967-3121

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Association Manager’s Corner

Overnight and Long-term Parking & Pet Disturbances From Kathy, your Association Manager Recently, a large number of calls have been received by the Association office regarding overnight and long-term parking of vehicles on the streets. Please note that long-term parking and on-street parking is NOT permitted within the Association, per the covenants (as detailed below): 2. Restricted Activities : a) Overnight parking of vehicles on public or private streets or thoroughfares, or parking of commercial vehicles or equipment, mobile homes, recreational vehicles, golf carts, boats and other water craft, trailers stored vehicles, or inoperable in a manner approved by the Reviewer pursuant to Article 5; provided, construction, service and delivery vehicles shall be exempt from this provision during normal business hours for such period of time as is reasonably necessary to provide service or to make a delivery to a Unit or Common Area.

Also, a common complaint received is in regards to barking or whining dogs and their disruption of neighbors’ harmony within their own homes. Residents are responsible for their pets, including managing their waste, keeping them leashed when on community property and any long-term barking concerns.

b) Raising, breeding or keeping animals except that a reasonable number of dogs, cats or other usual and common household pets may be permitted in a unit. However, those pets which are permitted to roam free, or in the Board’s sole discretion, make objectionable noise, endanger the health of safety of, or constitute a nuisance or inconvenience to the occupants of other Residents shall be removed upon the Board’s request. If the pet owner fails to honor such request, the Board may remove the pet. Dogs shall be kept on a leash of otherwise confined in a manner acceptable to the Board whenever outside the dwelling. Pets shall be registered, licensed, and inoculated as required by law.

To report possible rabies contact, an animal bite, dangerous animals or other animal-related issues, contact Animal Services between Monday - Friday between 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. at 770-5316830.

During non-working hours contact Hall County Non-emergency Dispatch for bites, abandoned injured domestic animals, or animals showing aggression at 770-536-8812.

Annual Meeting Q&A • Will annual assessments / dues increase in the upcoming years? Annual assessments have increased an average of approximately 2% per year since the start of the community.

• Are there any plans to renovate the Clubhouse or amenity areas? There are no plans to renovate any existing amenity.

• Who should residents contact in regard to maintenance of our streets and sidewalks? The City of Flowery Branch maintains streets in completed sections and the Developer maintains streets in sections still under construction.

• Are there plans for new equipment in the Fitness Center? There is budget set aside each year for maintenance and equipment in the Fitness Center. The current equipment is serviced periodically as part of a maintenance agreement. If the budget supports the purchase of new equipment, it will be added as space permits to the Fitness Center.

• What is a Reserve Study and how does it affect the Association Budget? A reserve study is a long-term planning tool which identifies the current state of reserve funds and forecasts expenses for future maintenance and projects (i.e. replacement of the roof of the buildings, replacement of pool equipment, resurfacing tennis courts, etc.). The reserve study is performed an average of every five

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years at an estimated cost of $8,000 per study. A copy of the current Reserve Study is on file in Kathy Andrews office at the Clubhouse for residents to view during business hours.

• The annual budget states the Association has a deficit of more than $100,000 for expenses. How is the deficit being managed? The developer has historically paid the shortfall each year. There will be a time in the future when resident annual assessments will be enough to cover the Association expenses.

• How will the HOA manage the community when the developer completes development? The Homeowner Advisory Committee (“HAC”) and the existing committees, which consists of resident volunteers from the Tennis, Finance, Modifications, Lakes & Trails and Pool committees, is the framework that will build the future resident-managed Board of Directors.

• What is the Annual Events Budget? How is it spent?

The association events budget has historically been approved for $15,000-$20,000 annually. Of the $870 annual assessments / dues per home, approximately $16 is contributed to this budget. The Activities Director raises roughly $30,000 - $35,000 every year to support events.

Additional details about events as well as the responses to recent resident surveys are highlighted in the Annual Meeting slideshow available on www.Sterling-Life.com.

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Common Violations

Faded & Peeling Paint on Home & Garage

Trash Can in View of Streets & Neighbors

Mailbox Maintenance Required

Overgrown Shrubs & Landscape

In the upcoming months, the Association will focus on some common (and avoidable) violations. To prevent possible violations or fines to your homeowner account, please dedicate a few hours in the upcoming weeks to complete scheduled home maintenance.

Mailbox repair is an easily avoidable violation, as maintenance can be completed in 1-2 hours (or less) and will last months to years. Please pay special attention to the required mailbox standards: Semi-gloss black paint on box and post, metallic silver medallion and brass numbers.

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Likely a month om jgill@gainesvilletimes.c 1,060.2 feet feet on Historic low: 1,050.79 there’s a drought.

Dec. 26, 2007 Where there’s smoke, more of Lake Lanier’s and No doubt, more into near fall leaves crumple shoreline is showing, wildfires are breaking out and dust in your hands forests. across North Georgia’sat just more than 1,060 feet Lanier is hovering 10 feet less than the sumpool of above sea level, nearly feet. The winter full mer full pool of 1,071 Dec. 1. | The Times Photos by sCoTT RoGeRs 1,070 feet takes effect Engideal of of Creek has a good The Army Corps The cove at Squirrel levels on Lake shuttered exposed as water drought. Top: The latest on neers, which has Lanier, the lake bottom the the wildfires, 2C Lanier continue to drop during boat ramps around reach dock forcing to 4A on Lake Lanier are projects the level out.

Low water levels ■ Please see sCHooLs, 8. their docks farther 1,060.2 feet by Dec. owners to keep moving Worse yet, the long-range too good. all of them, especially see forecast isn’t looking at a “greater probability of necessarily but they can’t The area is looking and below-normal those under water.” boaters to Murphey above-normal temperatures he encourages climatologist Bill McKinnon said precipitation,” state not good for the current drive cautiously. where said last week. “(That’s) will be boating and “Know the area you avoid those areas, if pos“as drought conditions.” is Lake Lanier, where areas are and that is not Perhaps most evident drop, more and more haz- the shallow if you see a hazard Wilton Rooks to sible,” he said. “And, (corps) and report it.” water levels continue said Mark McKinnon, call the Lake Lanier Association ards for boaters appear,” Department of Natural marked, please lake dwellers is the position of Georgia vice president A concern for spokesman for the Division.

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Community News

NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH

If you missed the Neighborhood Watch Group’s kickoff meeting in January, and are still interested in participating or getting additional information about the initiative, please email your interest to NeighborhoodWatch@Sterling-Life.com Updates, including the next scheduled meeting, will be emailed via your registered user account on www.Sterling-Life.com.

Congratulations to Cory Lebovitz Resident-Elected Board Member Cory Lebovitz begins his next term as Resident-Elected Board of Directors’ Member.

Special thanks to Dan Fawaz for his initiative in running for the Board of Directors position and his community interest and support.

If you would like to see Cory’s candidate statement, please visit www.Sterling-Life.com > Homeowner Association Info

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Empty Nester’s Corner

COMMUNITY GROUPS WELCOME YOU! Our Empty Nesters continue to stay engaged and enjoy life and diverse activities thanks to the residents who have volunteered to coordinate our groups! To join one of the new groups listed below, either contact the individual noted or attend an upcoming scheduled meeting or activity.

Register as a user on our Empty Nesters Group page on www.Sterling-Life.com for updates on meeting times, new groups, activities and additional details for Empty Nester events!

Co-Ed Dominoes Meets on the second Thursday of the month. It is BYOB and a snack (if you want) and $1.50 each for the evening's prizes! – Cheryl Sullivan

Sewing/Quilting BYOB and supplies and learn to perfect your sewing and quilting skills through various projects. Additional details, dates and times to be announced via email.

- projects change periodically. Contact Faye Curlee, Mary Willingham or Irene McDougall for additional details.

Bunco Our Bunco Group is always seeking players!

No skills or experience needed. This group meets on the 2nd Wednesday and 4th Monday of each month at The Lodge at 6:30PM.

Men’s Lunch Group Try a different conversation and different restaurant every Wednesday year-round!

Our EN Men meet at the Clubhouse around 11AM to pick a restaurant, and venture out shortly afterwards for a delicious meal.

Want to join in? Come on down to the Clubhouse – no RSVP or planning needed!

Knitting/Crochet Group Lead by Pat Marzano 2nd and 4th Tuesday each month

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Canasta

Ladies Monthly Luncheons

Our group meets at the Clubhouse on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month, beginning at 1PM. Looking to step into the games? The teams are open to grow (in multiples of 4 players) and often have a need for substitute players. Join in or become a substitute for occasional play.

– Pat Neesen & Eleanor Coppedge

Meets on the second Wednesday of each

Music/Song Circle Open to anyone who plays an acoustic instrument. All skill levels are welcome this in this relaxed atmosphere. Music styles would include: folk, folk rock, country, bluegrass, old time, etc.

Group meets at the Lodge the 1st Tuesday night of each month (excluding January) at 7:00PM. Ed Goss

month and visits local eateries for culinary adventures - Glynis Watts, Cheryl Sullivan

Co-Ed Hiking Group Additional details, dates and times to be announced via email.

Fred & Connie Coupal

Ladies Hiking Group Explore local trails and hike some of North Georgia’s most lovely state parks! Our EN Ladies hike the 3rd Wednesday of each month to a different location. Pat Nance

Men’s Coffee Each 1st, 3rd and 5th Friday of the

Ladies Night Out

month at 9:00 (year-round) a large

Additional details, dates and times to be announced via email.

Sue Barcus, Scottie O’Toole

group of our EN Gentlemen meet at

Sterling Reviews Book Club Meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month at the Lodge.

Wanda Wells, Melanie Hutto

Theatre/Music Group Watch your email for ticket/trip information – Merce Bolling

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the Clubhouse for breakfast and great conversation! Why not come meet some new friends? The conversation is always engaging… and the coffee is hot! – Rick Marzano

Ladies Dominoes Group This classically fun group meets on the 1st and 3rd Mondays at 12Noon at the Clubhouse. Cheryl Sullivan

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Empty Nester’s Corner

Like Dining Out & Surprises?

Then this is the perfect event for you!

Meet at the Clubhouse beginning at 5:30PM Saturday, March 11th for Cocktail Hour (appetizers and BYOB drinks). While you mingle, the hosts will randomly draw the names of 6 guests to dine at their home. (Dinner catered by Napoli’s Italian Restaurant.) After dinner, we will gather back at the Clubhouse for dessert and coffee.

The event cost if $15.00/person. NOTE: Reservations are not considered “complete” until payment is received; attendance is limited - the first 40 paid/ completed reservations will be included.

Please consider volunteering to be a host house for six (6) guests... the greater number of hosting home we have, the more Empty Nesters we can accommodate!

EN - Lunch & Learn:

Get Plugged into Sterling!

Join neighbors in getting “plugged in” to life at Sterling on the Lake (and beyond). Bring your WIFI-enabled device (IPad, tablet, laptop, IPhone, etc.) with you to this Lunch & Learn at the SOTL Clubhouse.

Tuesday, March 14th 11AM-1PM. Limited Seating is available, so please RSVP early.

Empty Nesters… Come out for

B.I.N.G.O! Join us at the Lodge for B.I.N.G.O! Prizes awarded for game winners… a variety of DVDs, electronics, home goods, gift cards and more!

Friday, April 28th at 6:30PM Hosted at The Lodge

The format of this Lunch & Learn will begin with an overview/tutorial of our community’s website www.Sterling-Life.com in the theatre as well as the EN Group Page – your one-stop-shop for News & Activities for the SOTL Empty Nesters Group.

You will also be introduced to other community resources for SOTL Residents.

When the overview is complete, we will move into the Main Room for a hands-on session for you to use your laptop, tablet or other device firsthand and navigate the new EN Group Page. Jenifer will be on-hand to help you with your device, and answer any technical or user questions you may have… including connecting your IPhone to email and other resources to make your life easier!

Register for your spot in this session online: www.Sterling-Life.com March/April

Your $10 per person entry will include a selection of sub sandwiches, drinks and a dessert.

RSVP required before Friday, April 21st – visit www.Sterling-Life.com > Groups > Empty Nesters Group to complete the RSVP form online.

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Association News & Events

Allied (R)

Thursday, March 9th at 6:30PM

For secret World War II operatives Max Vatan and Marianne Beauséjour, the key to survival is never being truly known by anyone. They are experts in deception, play-acting, secondguessing and assassination. When they accidentally fall for each other in the middle of an extraordinarily risky mission, their one hope is to leave all the double-dealing behind – but instead, suspicion and danger become the core of their wartime marriage as husbandand-wife are pitted against each other in an escalating, potentially lethal test of loyalty, identity and love with global consequences.

Moana (PG)

Sunday, March 19th at 2:00PM

An adventurous Polynesian teenager sails out on a daring mission to save her people.

During her journey, Moana meets the once-mighty demigod Maui, who guides her in her quest to become a master way-finder. Together, they sail across the open ocean on an action-packed voyage, encountering enormous monsters and impossible odds, and along the way, Moana fulfills the ancient quest of her ancestors and discovers the one thing she’s always sought: her own identity.

Doctor Strange (PG-13)

Friday, March 24th at 6:30PM

Neurosurgeon Dr. Stephen Strange’s life changes forever after a horrific car accident robs him of the use of his hands. When traditional medicine fails him, he is forced to look for healing, and hope, in an unlikely place—a mysterious enclave known as Kamar-Taj. He quickly learns that this is not just a center for healing but also the front line of a battle against unseen dark forces bent on destroying our reality. Before long, Strange—armed with newly acquired magical powers—is forced to choose whether to return to his life of fortune and status or leave it all behind to defend the world as the most powerful sorcerer in existence

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MOVIE NIGHTS

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SUNDAY FAMILY MOVIE MATINEES

The Secret of Nimh (G)

Sunday, April 9th at 2:00PM

To save her ill son, a mom must partner with a colony of seedy rats, with which she has a link that she discovers. Watch her adventure to save her ill son, and her home, before time is up…

Collateral Beauty (PG-13) Friday, April 21st at 6:30PM

When a successful New York advertising executive suffers a great tragedy he retreats from life. While his concerned friends try desperately to reconnect with him, he seeks answers from the universe by writing letters to Love, Time and Death. But it’s not until his notes bring unexpected personal responses that he begins to understand how these constants interlock in a life fully lived, and how even the deepest loss can reveal moments of meaning and beauty.

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CRAFTY SUNDAYS Don’t miss these great afternoons of creativity!

JOIN US ON SUNDAY, APRIL 23RD AT THE LODGE FOR B.I.N.G.O! Refreshments will be served and prizes awarded for game winners!

Only $2 per player - for the entire afternoon of fun!

RSVP required before Wednesday, April 19th at 5PM. Visit www.Sterling-Life.com > Community Events to complete the RSVP form online.

Duck Duck Goose

Sunday, March 12th – 2PM at the Clubhouse

DIY Painting Windchimes

Home Decor • Gifts • Apparel

Only 24 spaces available for this session

Sunday, April 2nd – 2PM at the Clubhouse

Cotton Blossom Bouquets Only 16 spaces available for this session

Space is limited, RSVP to Activites@Sterling-Life.com to reserve your place today for these free & fun times for adults & kids 4+.

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Lakes & Trails Tidbits: Canadian Geese For this year’s issues of Sterling Life, the Lakes & Trails Committee would like to help you learn more about our lakes’ ecosystems…

Watch for more “tidbits” coming in future issues, and a NEW informative page on our community website www.Sterling-Life.com!

Our population of Canadian Geese is resident, non-migratory geese. Historically migratory geese passed through Georgia, but today practically all Canadian Geese are resident birds that do not migrate.

In the late 1970’s and early 1980’s, Georgia Natural Resources started a “restocking” of geese in Georgia to increase the resident geese population.

Today the count is estimated at 45,000 birds. The resident birds adapted very well to urban areas such as community lakes and golf courses. A DNR hunting program was established, mainly in the northern part of our state with Lake Lanier being the most concentrated area for geese.

As the restock birds matured they became wise to the areas that were hunted and flocked to safe areas (nonhunted areas such as community lakes and golf courses).

Today the adult birds find local areas that may include multiple lakes to call home, traveling during the day to

other sites but returning to their resident lakes at dusk.

During the hunting seasons our community may see an increase in our geese population.

Breeding season starts in early March, with nesting occurring in March, April and May. Residents may see our geese nesting along the banks at the water’s edge.

Please do not approach or disturb the nest. Nesting geese can become aggressive if the nesting area is approached.

If any of the geese finds a resident’s property as “the perfect place” to build a nest, please inform the Lakes & Trails Committee via email to Lake@ Sterling-Life.com and we’ll contact the DNR to attempt relocation. Relocation may only occur if the nest is on a resident’s private property or in close proximity to trails or high volume areas in the common areas.

That’s it for this Edition…

“Work Hard, Play Hard, Be Safe” John Swain, Chairperson: Lakes & Trails Committee Lakes & Trails Committee meets every 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6:30PM at the Clubhouse. If you are interested in getting involved with our lakes and trails, please attend one of our meetings or drop us an email using the Sterling-life.com website.

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• Custom Window Treatments • Custom Bedding & Headboards • Shutters, Blinds & Shades • Wallpaper • Upholstery • Design Services

“From windows to walls, we’ve got you covered!”

Serving North Georgia for 30 plus years COLLECTION

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Call Jim at:

706-994-5370 A Proud Resident of Sterling on the Lake Maintenance Designs Landscapes Installations

Patios Walkways Retaining Walls Irrigation

Lighting Sodding Water Features Putting Greens

Boulders River Rocks Fertilization Tree Work

*ASK ABOUT OUR SPRING SPECIALS* TICKETS ON SALE NOW! www.rmachampionsandheroes.com

FRIDAY, SATURDAY, SUNDAY • JUNE 2, 3 & 4, 2017 1ST ANNUAL RIVERSIDE MILITARY ACADEMY CHAMPIONS AND HEROES Three days of enthusiasts, collectors and racers celebrating the varied interests of our hobby, offering something for each member of the family.

Time Trials, Concours d’Elegance and Rally

Located on the expansive Riverside Military Academy campus 404.237.2633 • info@rmachampionsandheroes.com

www.rmachampionsandheroes.com From the founders of Carmel-by-the-Sea Concours On The Avenue

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Join your neighbors at our annual

Saturday, March 25th beginning at 11:00AM • Bounce Houses • Face Painting • Petting Zoo Animals • Hands-On Crafts • Family Photo Area • Tasty treats • Egg Hunt with Surprise Prize Eggs & More!

Special thanks to the following companies for supporting this Family Event:

404-620-4571

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Follow the community on Facebook for updates and posts: www.facebook.com/sterlingonthelake & Twitter @Sterling_Lake

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ALL MONTH LONG, order your HoneyBaked Ham ONLINE at special pricing for Easter!

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Swim Team REGISTRATION IS OPEN Check the www.Sterling-Life.com website (under the Pool Section) for our 2017 Sterling Stripers Swim Team registration forms.

Team practice will begin in late May, but your registration must be completed by the end of April! NEW Swimmers are welcome to join… no team experience required, just the initiative to be a participating swimmer

POOLSIDE FOOD! This summer, we will welcome a caravan’s-worth of food truck options for poolside food service on the weekends. Each weekend will feature a different food truck with a great variety. Pricing of menu items varies per vendor, cash is always accepted (credit/debit may be available depending on the vendor).

Check the online calendar in late April for updates as to who will be scheduled for service.

SAVE THE DATE! Splash Bash 2017 will be held on Saturday, May 20th!

The season will kick off with the best party poolside… prizes and games, free food and much more!

Calling all JUNIOR ARTISTS! Why not take your hand to paper to design this year’s shirt?! Sterling on the Lake residents aged 0-13 years old are welcomed to submit their original artwork for the shirt design. Voting will take place on Monday, May 1st; the judging panel is made up of our community vendor partners and entries are anonymously voted upon. The winning design will win shirts for the whole family (up to 6), gift cards for pizza and other prizes!

Signature T-Shirts are available for $2 per shirt; shirts must be ordered online, and payment must be received before May 1st to guarantee shirt availability.

Order online> www.Sterling-Life.com > Pools > Splash Bash Order Form

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Any terms subject to change without notice.

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Join us on the 2nd Friday each month at the Clubhouse at 10:30am for

an hour of fun-filled activity!

Each month we will feature and enjoy a new activity, songs and a take-home craft.

Grandparents and other relatives are welcome to come also!

Sponsored in partnership with Ms. Heather’s Educational Adventures

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ComfortControlinc.com For convenient booking online and money-saving coupons

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Don’t forget to mark your social calendars for these fun summer events!

Saturday, July 1st independence Day Celebration (raindate 7/8)

Saturday, October 21st Harvest Balloon Festival

“If you’re in a fix, call us--we’ll fix it!”

Visit us at LanierPCRepair.com

LANIER PC Repair • Frustrated? Can’t get

your computer, Wi-Fi or printer to work right?

• Call me (Jesse) NOW to get you going again.

Locally owned & operated Over 30 years experience

BACK GUARANTEE 404.386.0651 MONEY If we can’t fix your problem, you don’t pay!

PENNINGTON FENCE Quality Built Since 1972

770-963-9961 We Look Forward To Building Your New Fence Ask Us About Wood Fence Staining

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Call to schedule a tour today and find out what we mean when we say All Inclusive Pricing.

Isn’t it time to add luxury to your living? www.Sterling-Life.com

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Join us for the Spring Cornhole League at Sterling on the Lake The Spring League begins on March 31st and meet to play every Friday at 6:30PM through May 19th. The season includes a season ending tournament with a championship trophy and other prizes.

Registration is open through March 10th at regular pricing, and then through March 29th with Late Registration pricing.

Interested players can link to our league online www.Sterling-Life.com > Community Events Games are scored to 21, and match-ups are best of 3 games. You will have one match-up per week. You can review the complete list of rules for more details. Teams may consist of all men, all women, or mixed, with up to 4 players on a roster. Only 2 players are required to play on a given night. Players can sub in and out between games. Food and beverages are BYOB.

Divorce, Custody, Child Support, Adoption, Modification, Mediation and all areas of Family Law

At Whelchel, Dunlap, Jarrard & Walker, LLP, we understand that receiving sound legal advice during a �me of personal crisis is a great comfort. Lucy Henry and Bethany Magnus, our family law a�orneys, approach every situa�on with concern and understanding, and strive to explain your available op�ons thoroughly. We recognize the immeasurable value in a�emp�ng to resolve disputes amicably whenever possible, especially in cases involving minor children. Every case is approached with the inten�on of resolving ma�ers quickly to avoid the addi�onal legal expenses involved with trials and trial prepara�on. However, we understand it can be necessary to aggressively li�gate your case in order to achieve a fair outcome. In these instances, Lucy and Bethany u�lize their wealth of li�ga�on experience to vigorously represent you.

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Lucy K. Henry

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start life smiling

"Striving to build lasting relationships with children and families while promoting optimal oral health."

Dr. Chris Halper 4530 Nelson Brogdon Blvd, Ste A Sugar Hill/Buford 2695 Old Winder Hwy, Ste 100 Braselton

770.965.2340

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BUYING? SELLING? INVESTING?

Just in time for Easter...

Spring Promotion

No other community offers its residents this type of personalized concierge - style custom services!

We Go Above & Beyond.

Every Time.

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Sterling on the Lake Residents enjoy great savings and delicious options easily ordered AND conveniently delivered to the Clubhouse!

No Lines | No Driving | No Crowds!

Spiral cut ham, honey roasted turkey, side dishes, and desserts... it’s all available at great savings!

Exclusive Offer

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Be sure to visit Sterling-Life.com to order by Wednesday, April 12th!

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Orders will be delivered to the Clubhouse on Thursday, April 13th beginning at 4PM. March/April

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TAX PREPARATION

ACCOUNTING SERVICES

TAXING AUTHORITIES REPRESENTATION

• Compilation Services (monthly, quarterly, semi-annual)

• Business Tax Returns (C-Corp, S-Corp, Partnerships)

• Delinquent Tax Returns

• Business & Personal Financial Statements

• Estate & Trust Income Tax Returns

• IRS and State Income Tax Audit Representation

• Payroll Services

• Individual Income Tax Returns

• Payroll & Sales Tax Audit Representation

• Quickbooks Support

• Multi-state Income Tax Returns

• Tax Liens or Levies

• Not-for-profit Tax Returns

• Tax Notice Resolution

BUSINESS ADVISORY SERVICES • Entity selection & Set-Up

• Annual Gifting & Gift Tax Returns

• Executive Compensation Plan Evaluations

• Personal Property Tax Returns

• Exploration of Business Opportunities

• Sales Tax Returns

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• Charitable Foundations • Charitable Remainder Trusts • Family Limited Liability Companies

TAX MANAGEMENT & PLANNING • Mid-year Analysis & Year-end Tax Planning • Reasonable Compensation Levels • Retirement Plan Considerations • Tax Strategies

770.532.0263 www.asa1040.com 4209 Oakwood Road, Ste 9 • Oakwood, GA 30566 Kristy Slaton CPA

Lisa Allen

Curtis Collins CPA, CFP®, PFS

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Asset-Protection Advisors • Asset Protection Planning • Veteran Assistance Planning 4209 Oakwood Road, Ste 10 Oakwood, GA 30566

770.534.1953

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10th Annual Sterling on the Lake

GOLF TOURNAMENT

May 15, 2017 Watch www.Sterling-Life.com for registration details and event announcements.

Open to Resident and Non-Resident Guest Players.

IN BUSINESS FOR

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“PURSE”onality Purses, Accessories

& Much More

Karen Wasserman Kwassy22@gmail.com 678-464-4501

We’ll Do The Dirty Job For You! Privately owned and operated since 1989!

Pet Pleasers At Home Pet Care Your Next Door Neighbor Pet Sitter! Serving Flowery Branch, Buford, Sugar Hill, Lilburn & Snellville.

Overnight • Leaving Town? Working Late? sitting • Dog Walking and Kitty Care! available too!

• Low Per Visit Fees • Best of Gwinnett Pet Sitting Companies • Sunshine Guarantee Your Pet is Home and Safe

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

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Personal Touch has continued to grow due to it’s reputation and excellent service.

The name was chosen because our goal is to provide a “personal touch” for all of our customers.

Best d in the Feature ports book e Pick R 014 since 2

Readers Choice for the Gwinnett Daily Post for the years 2014, 2015 & 2016

770-831-0155

pthcleaning@aol.com • www.personaltouchcleaning.com

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EARTH DAY RECYCLING at Sterling on the Lake Saturday, April 29TH

Did you know… Sterling on the Lake is the the only Hall County Residential Community to have an open-to-the-public Earth Day Recycling Effort?

Over 6 TONS of electronics, shreds and repurposed materials collected in 2016 alone… more than 25 tons of total recyclables that are 100% kept out of landfill in the last 4 years!

Celebrate Earth Day 2017 by registering your family to plant Loblolly Pines at the NEW Amenity Center!

Bring your work gloves, shovel, a wheel barrow or lawn cart (if available)! Other materials will be provided and members of the landscape team will be on hand to assist.

The first 40 families that complete the Name Plaque Reservation will have their family name included on a commemorative sign.* See details and/or register your family to participate online today: www.Sterling-Life.com > Community Events > Recycling 2017

please recycle, reduCe and drop off goods for our partners to reuse!

Old Paint? We will recycle it here! 5 gallon bucket pricing: $16, 1 gallon can: $5, All quarts and pints are $1

Gently Used Books: Please be sure the donations are undamaged. Hard cover or soft cover, any genre, fiction or non-fiction!

Bedding, Towels, Small Rugs & Blankets: will be collected and used by Hall County Animal Shelter.

Toner & Ink Cartridges: All brands are accepted.

FREE Paper Shredding: Shred onsite and dispose of your financial or medical records, files, etc. in a safe way!

No need to remove staples, paper clips or bindings!

Recycling Home Electronics: We can help you remove them from the car, and dispose of them in an ecologically responsibly manner! Cell phones, old chargers, computer components… we will recycle it all!

Note: 4 boxes maximum per guest. No commercial shredding accepted.

Note: there is a $10 recycling fee for all TVs and monitors.

*Note – recycling fees are accepted in cash. Receipts provided for your records.

open to the public!

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PiYo

Mondays & Wednesdays at 10:00AM and Tuesdays & Thursdays at 7:00PM, held at the Clubhouse. PiYo delivers the muscle-sculpting, core-focused benefits of Pilates along with the flexibility and power of Yoga. PiYo’s low-impact compound exercises engage multiple muscle groups at the same time – while keeping your body in constant motion to elevate your heart rate and build and sculpt muscles.

This drop-in style class is open to your friends & family. Bring a yoga mat and water. Shoes optional.

Restorative Smooth Yoga at the Lodge Motion Yoga Tuesdays at 12 Noon.

Meditation is not limited to sitting silently and contemplating one’s own thoughts… Restorative yoga includes muscle focus and strength building postures and breath work. Each session will change to keep your interest and may include some phrasing/ chanting, mental imagery, etc. that will be incorporated into the class.

Mondays & Thursdays, 7:30-8:30AM Yoga includes strengthening and stretching movements, breath control and simple meditation.

Our instructor (Heather) is certified in restorative and orthopedic practices, and can target movements to help you strengthen after surgery or injury, or to alleviate pressure or discomfort during your exercise.

Held in the Clubhouse.

*Classes listed above are on a drop-in basis, and are $6 per class.

Returning participants have the opportunity to prepay for classes, which offers a reduced rate. Speak to your individual instructor for payment details.

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First Aid & CPR Class Recycling & Earth Day Kids Consignment Sale 10th Annual Golf Tournament

Don’t miss your chance to advertise in the next edition of Sterling Life!

Call Megan Lewis today at 770-535-6371 or email mlewis@gainesvilletimes.com May/June deadline: April 10th July/August deadline: June 10th www.Sterling-Life.com

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“Bringing Relaxation Home”

Cherry Durand Your Neighborhood Hot Tub Expert

cdurand@georgiaspacompany.com (757) 642-2569

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Your local Georgia Spa Company sales professional is Sterling’s own Cherry Durand. With more than 25 years experience selling hot tubs, Cherry’s knowledge and expertise is second to none. Contact Cherry or visit her at our Buford Showroom to find the perfect spa for your home!

www.Sterling-Life.com

Buford Showroom 3480 Financial Center Way Buford, GA 30519 (770) 932-9061

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Sterling Resident Special Offer!

DISNEY ON ICE – Worlds of Enchantment!

Enter the dazzling world of Disney magic LIVE ON ICE with four favorite stories at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Enchantment, presented by Stonyfield YoKids Organic Yogurt!

See Lightning McQueen, Mater and the Disney/Pixar’s Cars crew race across the ice! Dive into undersea fun with Ariel in The Little Mermaid’s kingdom. Join the adventures of Buzz, Woody and the Toy Story gang as they race for home. Plus, enter wintry Arendelle with Anna, Elsa, Olaf and Kristoff from Disney’s Frozen as they learn true love comes from within! From wheels to waves, icy wonderlands to infinity and beyond, your family’s beloved Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Enchantment.

Opening night Thursday, April 20 for the 7:30PM show… tickets only $16!

Ticket pricing $11 - $26 depending on show time and date. Check www.Sterling-Life.com > Resident Rewards > Disney on Ice webpage for ordering info.

Sterling on the Lake is happy to offer families special discounted rates to Disney on Ice Worlds of Enchantment shows (at Infinite Energy Center in Duluth). Orders must be placed no later than Friday, April 14th.

Note: Tickets are available on a limited basis, and based on overall availability.

Seating is issued by the venue. A 50¢ processing charge is applied per ticket. Cash, check or credit/debit cards are accepted (additional fees apply for credit or debit card processing).

Spring Break is right around the corner!

Call Dr. Dave to schedule your child’s check-up and cleaning appointment!

2119 Hamilton Creek Pkwy.

Ste 200, Dacula, GA Next to Moe’s, across from Home Depot in Hamilton Mill

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Community Wide

YARD SALE

Friday & Saturday March 17-18 Mark your calendars for our Fall Yard Sale: Friday & Saturday September 22nd & 23rd!

When was the last time you had a review of your insurance? ...they are always available to guide us along with expertise and kindness, a ready smile or a concerned ear. We happily continue to refer our friends and neighbors – they have proven time and again that Nationwide, and the Gillespie Family Agency, is always “on your side”.

Jessica M. Gillespie Family Agency are truly wonderful people who strive to offer great insurance protection at a reasonable cost with a caring and professional demeanor. They make you feel safe and protected as if you are a member of their family. I must also add, they are great neighbors, as well.

Dana L.

7108 Williams Road, St 103 Flowery Branch, GA 30542

Call to speak to an agent or come by our office.

Gillespie Family Agency

Corner of Spout Springs Rd & Williams Rd

770-776-7452

www.gillespiefamilyagency.com

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Bob Gillespie Owner/Agent

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Community Open House Sunday, March 5, 2017 12 – 4 pm A rare opportunity to see all available Sterling on the Lake homes in the same day.†

THE HARVEST BALLOON FESTIVAL (Saturday, October 21st) is now accepting

VENDOR BOOTH APPLICATIONS! TAYLOR MORRISON

D.R. HORTON

HARCREST HOMES

TIPTON HOME BUILDERS

Model Home 4 Inventory Homes

Model Home 8 Inventory Homes

Model Home

Model Home 3 Inventory Homes

COOK RESIDENTIAL

PEACHTREE RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES

VANDERBILT HOMES

RESALE HOMES

Model Home 2 Inventory Homes

10+ Available Resale Homes Open Today

Model Home 6 Inventory Homes

5 Inventory Homes 2 Townhomes 3 Single-Family Homes

Follow signs to the Information Center to receive a complete list of participating homes, community map, and register to win our grand prize!††

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Craft Vendors and Direct Sales Companies are welcome to submit their applications!

Priced from the low $200s to $700s

SterlingOnTheLake.com

Newland Communities is the largest private developer of planned residential and urban mixed-use communities in the United States from coast-to-coast. Together with our partner, North America Sekisui House, LLC, we believe it is our responsibility to create enduring, healthier communities for people to live life in ways that matter most to them. www.newlandcommunities.com and www.nashcommunities.com

Applications are available by request to HBF@Sterling-Life.com

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY • †Model homes listed are not currently available for purchase. ††No purchase necessary. Legal residents of the 50 United States and D.C. Must be 19 and older. Void where prohibited. Limit of one entry per home toured per person. Entry forms must be deposited in the provided receptacle at each featured home and information center. Official Rules are available at the Sterling on the Lake Information Center. See Official Rules for prize descriptions, odds disclosure and complete details. Sponsor: NNP-Looper Lake, LLC, 7004 Lake Sterling Blvd, Flowery Branch, GA 30542. The purpose of this sweepstakes is to promote the sales of homes and the Sterling on the Lake community. Sponsor may suspend, modify, or cancel sweepstakes at any time. Newland employees, NNP-Looper Lake LLC employees, Sterling on the Lake Community Association, or family members not eligible for this sweepstakes.

This is not intended to be an offer to sell nor a solicitation of offers to buy real estate in Sterling on the Lake to residents of Connecticut, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, New York, New Jersey, and Oregon, or in any other jurisdiction where prohibited by law. No guarantee can be made that completion of the Sterling on the Lake community will proceed as described. NNP-Looper Lake, LLC (‘Fee owner’)the creator of the Sterling on the Lake Community (‘Community’). Certain home builders unaffiliated with the Fee Owner or its related entities (collectively ‘Newland’) are building homes in the Community (‘Builder(s)’). Newland is not co-developing, co-building, or otherwise responsible for any of the obligations or representations of any of the Builders, and Newland shall have no obligations to any buyer regarding a home purchase from a Builder. Purchasers of homes from any of the Builders waive any claims against Newland arising out of their purchase transaction.

Prices, specifications, details, and availability of a builder’s new homes are subject to change without notice. © 2017 Sterling on the Lake. All Rights Reserved. Sterling on the Lake is a trademark of NNP-Looper Lake, LLC, and may not be copied, imitated or used, in whole or in part, without prior written permission.

Parenting Renewed Eagle Ranch partners with families to help children work through life’s struggles.While boys and girls participate in our residential program, families are closely connected.

We provide counseling, support groups and education to help families learn how to effectively parent their children, resolve conflict and increase resiliency. We also offer training to professionals in education and mental health to broaden our reach within our community and beyond.

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Real Estate related statistics used on this notice were taken from gamls.com as resale data from 1/2015 to 10/2015. This notice is not intended for homes involved in an exclusive sales agreement. All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. If you have any questions, please call our oďŹƒce directly at 678-775-2600 or 404-620-4571.

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