Sterling Life Nov/Dec 2017

November/December 2017

• Santa Workshop • Winter Gift Bazaar • Annual Survey Reminder

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INSIDE STERLING LIFE

IN THIS ISSUE...

Association Manager’s Corner

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Empty Nester’s Corner

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Annual Survey Reminder

10 Veterans Day Breakfast 13 Holiday DIY Night

16 Lake Lanier Movies 20 Movies & Matinees

22 Calendars 25 Santa’s Workshop & Holiday Bazaar 34 Harvest Balloon Festival Recap

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: Mailbox standards include Brass Numbers, a Metallic Silver Accented Medallion and a black semi-matte finish on the mailbox and pole (Do-it-Yourself with Rustoleum Textured Paint, Semi-Gloss Black (#7220)). Order replacement numbers by contacting the Clubhouse.

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 – Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am-5pm and Sunday 12pm – 5pm. 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 ......................................................................(after hours) 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

To advertise in Sterling Life, contact Leah Nelson at The Times - 770.535-6330 - lnelson@gainesvilletimes.com Sterling Life is a publication of The Times. Subject matter published is the opinion of the author and does not necessarily reflect the opinion of the publisher of this newsletter. Professional advice should be obtained before making any decision in which a professional is readily available. Advertisers assume responsibility for the content of the ads placed in publication.

Material published may not be reproduced without the written permission of The Times.

The information and advertisements contained in this Newsletter are provided for the members of the Sterling on the Lake Community 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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Association Manager’s Corner

HOMEOWNER’S

ASSOCIATION DUES The 1st installment of the 2018 Sterling on the Lake Homeowner’s Association Dues is due on January 1st, 2018.

Please be advised that any payments received after January 14th will incur a 10% late fee .

For homes in The Springs, the Village Center, and the Townhomes, the 1st Quarter payment for your Low Maintenance Landscape Program is also due. This deadline also applies to the shared driveway maintenance fee of Parkside homes.

Payments may be made by any of the following methods: • Pay directly to your homeowner account via credit or debit

card in person at the clubhouse or via phone (770-9653980) Monday-Friday from 10am-6pm • Log in to your HOA account online (visit www. cmacommunities.com) to complete an electronic payment • Mail your check or money order to PO Box 65851, Phoenix, AZ 85082-5851 (be sure to include your address or account number on the payment if your check is printed with a non-Sterling on the Lake address). Postmark must reflect a date postmarked before January 14th, 2018.

• Cash payments are not accepted for Association Dues.

Have questions regarding your homeowner account? Please contact Kathy Andrews, Association Manager, at KAndrews@cmacommunities.com or call 770-965-3980, Option 1.

Residents, While the calendar tells us it is Fall, the temperatures don’t seem to agree.

Normally by now your lawns would start going dormant and plant growth would be slowing down.

That is not yet the case. Please continue to stay focused on yard maintenance.

For the past 3 weeks out on inspection drives, the most common violation letters that were sent out were for yard maintenance, mailboxes, portable basketball goals and trash cans being visible to neighbors.

• FALL TURF MAINTENANCE: Now is the time to be preparing for your fall/winter turf treatment of pre-emergent to kill weeds so they don’t comeback in the Spring. If you miss this cycle of weed preventative maintenance, you may not catch up and get ahead of them in the Spring and Summer.

• MAILBOXES: If your mailbox and/or post is faded, approved paint materials can be purchased at any home store as detailed out on page 3 of our newsletter. Are you missing numbers? Stop by the Clubhouse and purchase replacements for $5 each. They are self-adhesive and easy to apply to a clean, prepared mailbox

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plate. If the numbers are faded you can clean them with brass cleaner to brighten and renew their look. If they are weather damaged, you can remove them and order new ones from the Clubhouse office. The Community Medallion must have a silver accent with black background.

• TRASH CANS: Roll containers out on Monday evenings and after the trash is picked up please store the receptacle out of the view of ALL neighbors.

• PORTABLE BASKETBALL GOALS: Portable Basketball goals are not allowed in the community. Permanent goals must be approved by the DRC (Design Review Committee). If you have a Permanent goal already approved the goal must be maintained to the community guidelines.

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Empty Nester’s Corner

Get out and Get Active!

Our Empty Nesters Ladies Hiking Group has EXPANDED to include a Walking Group!

Within Sterling on the Lake, we have a group of ladies who are experienced hikers who enjoy meeting monthly to take the challenge at a new local hiking spot.

There are also ladies in the neighborhood who are interested in visiting some of our local and state parks, and don’t feel that a strenuous hike is the way to go, but would like to still participate in the group luncheon afterwards, and the adventure of the trip.

Many thanks to neighbors Rose Marie Fagan and Pat Nance for working together to arrange some “hikes/walks” that would give options for a shorter path and a longer path that would accommodate both groups.

In future months, each of the groups may be combined as the trails are modifiable, and in other months the two groups will plan activities separately. For instance, in September, the group visited Little Mulberry Park, which is a paved loop of approximately 2 miles. The “walkers” will complete the loop once, and the “hikers” will complete the loop twice. Both groups were able to enjoy this beautiful park at their own pace and receive the benefits of a good workout. (Not to mention the entire group enjoying J. Christopher’s for lunch afterwards!)

Be on the lookout for information about our next adventures!

New Group!

Dear Empty Nesters, Based on a positive response from neighbors, a new group is forming! Our Movie & Lunch Bunch will meet monthly!

Our first outing is scheduled for Tuesday, November 7th. For future dates, an email reminder will be sent on the Friday before the outing date via our EN Group Mail List with movie suggestions.

If you would like to join neighbors on 11/7, please respond to Merce Bolling on or before Sunday, November 5th so that a lunch reservation at Olde Towne Tavern and Grille can be confirmed.

Participants should meet at the restaurant at 11:15AM. Movie details will be sent on 11/3 – be sure to join the EN Group on www.Sterling-Life.com to avoid missing great announcements and gatherings!

Merce & Jim Bolling

NEXT UPCOMING EVENTS: December 7th at 7pm Annual Ladies Ornament Exchange

Saturday December 9th at 7pm EN Holiday Gathering

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Empter 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. Meets the first Thursday of each month at the Lodge from 9:30AM - 12:00 Noon. Projects change periodically. Contact Faye Curlee, Mary Willingham or Irene McDougall for additional details.

Bunco Our Bunco Group is always seeking players!

This group meets on the 2nd Wednesday and 4th Monday of each month at The Lodge at 6:30PM.

ROMEO Lunch Try a different conversation and restaurant every Wednesday year-round! Our EN Men meet at the Clubhouse around 11:30AM to pick a restaurant. 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 Hosted at The Lodge

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Canasta 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.

– Pat Neesen & Eleanor Coppedge

Music/Song Circle Open to anyone who plays an acoustic instrument. Music styles 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

Sterling Reviews Book Club

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 month at 9:00AM (year-round) a large group of our EN Gentlemen meet at 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

Meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month at the Lodge. Wanda Wells, Melanie Hutto Hosted at The Lodge

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

Theatre/Music Group

Euchre Group

The 2017/18 Season has begun!

Contact Merce Bolling with questions about upcoming show dates!

Ladies Monthly Luncheons Meets on the second Wednesday of each month and visits local eateries for culinary adventures - Glynis Watts, Cheryl Sullivan

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This new group has two teams that meet each month at the Lodge. Euchre I – 7PM the 1st Thursday of each month, and Euchre II – 7PM the 3rd Thursday of each month.

Interested in joining?

Contact Marion Tidwell for details

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Association News & Events

A new year brings new opportunities for community enrichment, continued learning, classes and activities!

Give us your feedback about the 2017 events and activities that you and your family participated in!

Take the

2017 Year-end Resident Survey Between December 1st and 31st

The feedback received from this survey will be used to enhance existing events, build new activities and enrich the overall offerings for all Sterling on the Lake residents.

Log on to www.Sterling-Life.com to access this 2-minute survey.

The survey will be available from December 1st - 31st, 2017.

Each week a name will be selected at random from the completed survey to win a Gift Card to Home Depot, Target and more.

Your feedback is appreciated and valuable!

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Make An Impact: 2017 Operation Christmas Child Hairclips. Pencils. A doll. A necklace.

Every item lovingly added to an Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift has the potential to impact a child throughout the world.

Our project is once again led by Pat Nance, who serves the project with hands-on effort at the processing center during the holiday season.

If you are interested in participating in our Operation Christmas Child project this holiday season, please contact Pat Nance via email at: pnance1899@aol.com

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We help families further grow their support systems by making connections and building relationships in their local communities.

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You have only so many years to prepare for retirement. That’s why contributing to your Individual Retirement Account (IRA) is so important.

Fortunately, you still have time to maximize your 2015 IRA contribution before the April 15 deadline.

Securing Your Retirement A Special Seminar on Social Security

By contributing now, your retirement savings can have more opportunity to grow. Even if you already have an IRA elsewhere, it’s easy to transfer As youJones approach is more important it to an Edward IRAretirement, and beginitreceiving the than ever to understand the role that Social face-to-face guidance you deserve.

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SPEAKERS: Dev Shah, CIMA - Market Leader for BlackRock WHEN: Date: Wednesday, November 8th, 2017 Time: 6:30pm

Veterans Day Breakfast Saturday, November 11th 8am – 10am

WHERE: Sterling On The Lake Clubhouse 7005 Lake Sterling Blvd Flowery Branch, GA 30542

Resident Veterans - Present your Veterans Card for FREE Pancakes, biscuits, scrambled eggs, sausage, orange juice, fruit, coffee and tea for yourself and $5 breakfast for your family!

HOSTED BY: Nick Pruner - Financial Advisor, Edward Jones Dev Shah, CIMA - BlackRock

Not a veteran? Join us for breakfast and support your neighbors! Only $10 per family.

RSVP online at www.Sterling-Life.com to reserve your seat for a delicious Saturday morning breakfast.

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Holiday Wine Bottle

DIY NIGHT Friday, December 8th 6:30 p.m.

Maximum of 20 guests.

Make festive holiday wine bottle accent pieces for your home or as gifts! BYOB to this fun night, refreshments will be served!

Your $10 includes all supplies.

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Community News

Take an active role in helping the community remain harmonious and safe!

The Neighborhood Watch Group is seeking neighbors to sign up as street captains. Captains would serve as a point person for other neighbors to email, and would connect with the Neighborhood Watch Group as the liaison for their street when discussing issues and projects.

Interested in seeing what else might be involved or expressing interest?

Email NeighborhoodWatch@sterling-life.com.

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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

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DID YOU MEET AUTHOR

Our author session was well received... who knew so many neighbors always aspired to write a book or to publish a collection of work?

We were fortunate to have Alayne share her creative process, answer questions and shed light on the publishing process.

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Emoji Movie (NR)

Sunday, November 5th 2pm

In this winning animated comedy set in a world inside a smartphone, an emoji named Gene is ashamed that he has multiple facial expressions while his colleagues only have one each. He then embarks on a quest across various apps to be like everyone else.

Batman vs. Superman: Dawn of Justice (PG-13) Friday, November 17th 6:30pm

Fearing the actions of a god-like Super Hero left unchecked, Gotham City’s own formidable, forceful vigilante takes on Metropolis’s most revered, modern-day savior, while the world wrestles with what sort of hero it really needs. And with Batman and Superman at war with one another, a new threat quickly arises, putting mankind in greater danger than it’s ever known before.

Girls Trip (R)

Friday, December 1st 630PM

Four gal pals decide they need to take a vacation together after five years apart, and head to New Orleans to have a wild time at the Essence Festival. This winning comedy follows them as they party hard while confronting their personal issues and romantic dilemmas.

Frozen (PG)

Sunday, December 3rd 2PM

Anna, mountain man Kristoff and his reindeer Sven set off to save the kingdom of Arendelle from Anna’s sister Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped it in eternal winter.

Dog’s Purpose (PG)

Sunday, December 17th 2pm

This heartwarming comedy-drama follows a dog as he is reincarnated as different breeds belonging to various owners. Over the course of multiple lifetimes, the canine’s existence intersects with that of a young boy who rescued him in 1962.

RSVP REQUIRED BY 12 NOON OF THE WEDNESDAY PRECEDING THE MOVIE DATE TO ACTIVITIES@STERLING-LIFE.COM

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Saturday, December 9th Santa will be present to take photos with your family!

Register to participate: www.Sterling-Life.com Enjoy making festive items with hands-on crafts, visiting the “Big Guy� and our great onsite vendors and some refreshments!

Limited seating in each selected time. Be sure to schedule your family online!

Onsite Gift Bazaar!

10am to 4 pm Our unique vendors offer an array of custom and hard-to-find gifts for your holiday shopping list!

Gift selections include handmade ornaments & home decor, accessories, jewelry, purses and totes, hair bows, candle melts and more!

Shop while your child enjoys handson crafts and activities with Santa & his elves!

Receive a raffle ticket for every purchase! Prizes include gift cards & merchandise.

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Lakes & Trails Workday

Lakes & Trails Volunteer Work Day Saturday, November 18th 9am – 12 Noon, Meet at the Lakeside Pavilion FREE COFFEE Provided!

Join us for this family-friendly volunteering! Bring your gloves, push brooms, flat shovels, gas-powered weed wackers and gas-powered blowers and join your neighbors in our efforts to keep our community lakes and trails clean and free of debris! Meet at the LAKESIDE PAVILION at 9:00AM. We will be cleaning up the trails and area surrounding our beautiful lakes. Your push brooms and flat shovels will be used to remove the sand and mud from the trails.

Gas-powered weed wackers, metal bow rakes, and back pack sprayers (for Round-up) will be used for weed removal and cutting back growth around the trails.

This is a GREAT opportunity for civic groups seeking volunteer or community service hours, such as Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts, School Clubs, etc. If your school or child is in need of Give-Back or Volunteer

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No RSVP necessary for groups - community service hours can be signed off with one of our Committee Members at the end of the event Did you know ... the cost incurred for maintenance and landscaping services for the lakes and trails area is not fully covered by your homeowner annual dues. Volunteering for these work days help offset the costs of these services and help keep the increases to your homeowner dues to a minimum.

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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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Tennis Shots

November Adult Round Robin Scheduled for Saturday, November 11th beginning at 6:00PM

Congratulations to this year’s BBQ winners!

Over $2000 was raised for the Sterling on the Lake tennis community. A very special thank you to Chad and Amy Hammock for all of their hard work again this year.

We also appreciate everyone’s assistance in helping make this event a huge success!

1st place: Team Jason Demars, Chris Mundy and Andy Correa. 2nd Place: Rusty Winter. 3rd Place: Chad Hammock.

$5 per person. Water & soft drinks are provided.

BYOB your favorite beverage and an appetizer or dessert to share. This event is open to residents and their non-resident friends.

Register online on the court scheduler: www.SterlingontheLake.TennisBookings.com

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“Yet, our friends the that work for Gainesville Police that Departmen t years have 20 and 25 retirRounds of service are ing and making or $30,000 per year said. more”, Rounds the decision to reach Rounds made law firm, Buckley penout to an Atlanta | The Times an issue of frozen SCOTT ROGERS Beal, regarding the county. the these days at sion benefits in word got out, people the a lot of time “As soon as the ... because we’re are spending as they wait for Pavilion Davidson and Julie Women & Children’s the Banks County couple came out in droves Rounds said.

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Associated Press CLEMSON, S.C. — Around cheering football fans turned 70,000 smiling, gest party out for the Clemson coach thrown yet Dabo Swinney bigat Death Valley school’s first to celebrate has national champio the years. nship in 35 Last year, more than 30,000 up for Swinney’ people showed s pizza was picked for its first party when Clemson off berth after College Football the 2015 Playing topped that, with all season. This gatherfilled at the 80,000-seat but the highest rows Memorial Swinney closed the 90-minut Stadium. thanking all e in him since who supported andceremony, his rise from believed national champio interim coach n. His team to with a 35-31 won the title victory over champ Alabama defendin Deshaun Watson last Monday g national night when frow on a 2-yard connected with Hunter RenTD pass with Swinney recalled one second left. telling his players heading to before only other Tampa, Florida, that been awful national title team in Clemson’s lonely up 1981 “has long time. And on that stadium for a to join them.” this team is the one that’s going Watson, a the crowd Gainesville High graduate these three , told giving up his years — the — have been final season for the junior is NFL draft the “It’s a blessing best experience of to let the world his life.

Clemson is know what waved as he all about,” said Watson, got a final standing who stadium. ovation at the The celebrati College Avenue,on began with where earlier a parade on 5,000 fans withstood 30-degree in the week to watch the temperatures ney and his Tigers’ victory. This time, Swinfamily rode while Clemson in a blue people stood stars rode in orange roadster three-and-four jeeps as glimpse. Players of the past, deep to catch a from the 1981 Tigers, were including many and the ceremony part of the parade at the stadium.

“We put the Clemson at foundation down, but the they top put of the hill,” Tigers offense said on to win three lineman Jeff Bostic, former who went ton Redskins Super Bowls with the Washing.

Tiger players joyously hill toward the field, a skipped down the tional pregame twist entrance, to on their tradiClemson received the shouts phy from College the champio of fans.

Football Playoff nship trodirector Bill the AFCA Hancock. Swinney alsoexecutive Amway trophy accepted pions. Fans given to the chamdium well began lining up to enter before dark, the staof champion dressed of Watson’s ship orange . There in all sorts were for national No. 4 jerseys, plus several plenty No. 13 the one-timetitle game hero Hunter winning pass. walk-on who caught Renfrow, the gameErwin Heins, a 1971 electrical graduate at engineering national titleClemson, experienced through 1981 as a Tigers’ fan after his second the breakchampionship.

“I almost scored at thedid a double back flip Friday from end,” said Heins, who when we away — to Summerville — aboutdrove up 4 hours dium for themake sure he’d get into gone in the celebration.“You can the staright direction tell have the chance ,” Heins said.we’ve “We The thousand to stay at the top for a while.” s in the stands booed at appropria te moments cheered and title game as the national with Alabama video boards. was shown on its The people lined up for started clapping as erupted into the game-winning the Tigers connected screams of delight play, then score. Joel with Renfrow for theas Watson Wash, 30, followed decisive he was young Clemson since university. because his father attended the Wash drove 2 hours north 2-year-old from Saluda son with “This was Garner to honor the Tigers. be today,” the only place we were Wash said. going to Swinney year’s seasonsaid too many people to Alabama when the Tigers were saw last in Arizona runner-up outcome would and take place thought a similar said he told this time, too. his players He how their story that would end. they controlled

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