RIVERLIGHTS COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER VOLUME 3 • FALL 2021
The More You Know
Riverlights now has 800+ front doors... and growing!
Over 170+ Homes Under Construction
Manager's Note Premier Management, Brookfield Properties and your Board of Directors are working to establish a revision to the association staffing structure for Riverlights Community Association. Our goal is to provide a reliable and consistent team that residents feel comfortable contacting with questions about living in Riverlights. More news is forthcoming about the staffing plan.
Since assuming her role as DRC Coordinator, Carrie Lankford has already met with a handful of residents to get valuable feedback. To best serve residents, Carrie will continue to be available, by appointment, on Thursday afternoons to meet with residents who have questions about Design Review Committee submittals or need guidance on any interpretations of the Guidelines.
With the cool weather right around the corner we suggest all residents
begin to familiarize themselves with the process for renting Ember Park
rent and the rental form can be found on the Riverlights App
200+ NEW home buyers so far this year!
and taking full advantage of this fantastic venue. This Park is available for . For safety
purposes, the rental fee includes an attendant to operate the fire pits during your event. We strongly recommend the use of the oyster fire pit now that oyster season is here!
Another product of the cold weather on the horizon is daylight savings time and shorter days. With the darkness approaching earlier in the day, it
Top 3 states Riverlights buyers are moving from:
will be more important to keep our streets well lit. We periodically drive the community at night to inspect streetlights, but if you happen to see a light that is out, damaged, or cycling on and off please send me an email including the closest address to the light and we will report it to Duke Energy for repair.
1. North Carolina
2. Virginia
Let’s not jump into that cold weather just yet! After all we all live along the southeast coast for a reason right? Beach and pool days well into October are one of the many perks of living here. I know my family will be spending even more time outdoors, so I’d encourage you all to do the same!
3. New York Travis Crow
Community Association Manager travis@premiermanagementnc.com 910.679.3012 ext. 708
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Upcoming Events In Community & Area At A Glance
October 22: Riverlights Fall Festival & Pumpkin Patch, Boat Builder Park October 29: H o c u s P o c u s M o v i e i n t h e P a r k , W r i g h t s v i l l e B e a c h P a r k October 29-November 2: C a p e F e a r F a i r a n d E x p o November 4-November 7: 1 0 t h A n n u a l C a r o l i n a C u p , B l o c k a d e R u n n e r
Communi t y Yard Sal e
Beach Resort
November 6: 8 t h A n n u a l T a s t e o f W r i g h t s v i l l e B e a c h , B l u e w a t e r November 6: Riverlights Community Yard Sale November 6-November 7: 1 5 t h A n n u a l C a p e F e a r K i t e F e s t i v a l ,
Saturday, November 6th 8am-1pm
Grill
Fort
Fisher State Recreation Area
November November November December December December
26: B a t t l e s h i p H O H O H O , B a t t l e s h i p N C 26: F o u r t h F r i d a y G a l l e r y N i g h t s , A C E S G a l l e r y 27: N C H o l i d a y F l o t i l l a , W r i g h t s v i l l e B e a c h 2: Riverlights Community Association Annual Meeting 5: Riverlights 5th Birthday 3rd – 22nd: E n c h a n t e d A r l i e , A r l i e G a r d e n s
Time to de-clutter and make room for new! The entire Riverlights community is hosting an annual community yard sale.
Marina Village News & Events
Sunsets & Stargazing
Spotlight on Girls with Dough
The cooler weather has arrived and we are pleased to bring back our Sunsets and Start Gazing at Ember Park.
Date- November 13th, and the second Sunday of every month through March.
On October 8th, Tammy Tilghman and her team opened Girls
Time: 6pm-8pm
With Dough! Dine-in, take out, or grab a pizza and watch the Sunday football game in the lounge. Girls with Dough is your corner pizza place!
All three fire pits will be roaring!
Look for fried ravioli, zucchini fries,
charcuterie plates, and arancini on the appetizer menu.
We encourage residents to pack a bottle of wine, order take-out pizza from Girls with Dough,
Pizzas include a true margherita, Tammy's house-made fig jam and gorgonzola cheese pizza, or a wild mushroom pie.
Smoke on the water or bring your own snacks and enjoy the evening with your neighbors!
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 4pm-10pm
S'mores or roasting are not
Saturday-11am-10pm
permitted at the fire pits.
Sunday-11am-9pm
Fall Festival & Pumpkin Patch | Friday, October 22
Join us at the pumpkin patch located at Boat Builder Park. Once you find your ideal pumpkin, head over to the Lakehouse for pumpkin decorating and carving stations for all to enjoy! Prizes (for kids and adults) will be distributed to the best decorated and best carved pumpkin.
Food truck will be serving delicious items for purchase. We will have a DIY Carmel Apple Station with spooky and tasty toppings to create and take home too! Professional photographer will be on-site taking complimentary family fall photos at our photo display featuring a 1957 Ford Truck Classic!
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Resident Photographer Squad
Welcome to the team!
Lookout residents, we have a new paparazzi team! In September, we put out an all-call and after a great response, we have selected 6 of your neighbors.
Toys for Tots
Welcome
Donations Now- December 15
Leslie Lutz John Schieman
Mark Walz
Tis' the season for giving! Riverlights is proud to be an
Lewis Lobosco
official 2021 Toys For Tots drop-off location. Bring a
Karen Wilson
new, unwrapped toy to the Riverlights Information
James Lane Cox Jr.
Center, and make a child smile this year. We have a
R i v e r l i g h t s S u mme r P h o t o C o n t e s t Wi n n e r ! Lydia Runnels
bin available to place your donations.
Gi v i n g B a c k t h i s S e a s o n
Volunteer Wilmington
As the season of giving quickly approaches, we've highlighted a few nonprofit organizations in our local area that you can volunteer with.
Nourish NC A local nonprofit dedicated to providing hungry children with healthy food and empowering them to succeed in the classroom and in their community. nourishnc.org 910.465.0955
Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity Through construction, retail, disaster rebuild, and more, volunteers help Cape Fear Habitat serve local, hardworking families each year. capefearhabitat.org/volunteer
All summer we have received many beautiful
910.762.4744
photos! Thank you to those who participated. We
First Fruit Ministries
are happy to announce Lydia Runnels as the Riverlights Summer Photo Contest Winner! This
First Fruit Ministries provides mentoring for homeless men,
photo will be showcased in the Riverlights
transition services for homeless women and families
Information center, on the Riverlights website, and
striving for permanent housing, community pantries and
social channels.
soup kitchens. firstfruitministries.org/volunteer 910.794.9656 Ext. 100
Holiday Home Decorating Contest & Mixer The holidays are around the corner! Start to unbox those lights, and join us for our First Annual Holiday Home Decorating Contest where YOU can be the judge!
Save the Date for Saturday, December 18th for a Holiday Mixer at the Lakehouse and distribution of judging ballots. One vote per household! Details to follow in an upcoming e-mail.
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Meet the Riverlights Ambassadors!
Danielle & Tom
Holly
Chris & Dan
Carol & Mike
Katherine
Harry & Leslie
Over the past year, Riverlights ambassadors have dedicated their time to provide guidance to prospects who want true insider knowledge about living in Riverlights. From participating in our Parade of Homes Realtor Event to assisting with Virtual Reception, photoshoots, and holiday parties, this group has given much of their time and efforts.
FAQ
What is a Riverlights ambassador? A Riverlights ambassador is an individual or couple active in the community, participates in events, and feels comfortable speaking to potential prospects who are looking for insight on the community. Our ambassadors come from all different backgrounds and regions, but must have an common passion for living at Riverlights. How do I become a Riverlights ambassador? Contact our Riverlights Information Center to receive a copy of the Riverlights ambassador digital application. Or respond to a future e-mail on application deadlines. How long is the ambassador commitment? We ask that all ambassadors commit and serve for at least one year.
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Riverlights 5 Year Anniversary It’s hard to believe but, Riverlights turns 5 in December 2021.
If we were a child, we’d just be starting kindergarten. As a community, we’re young, already accomplished, and striding confidently into the future. Riverlights is now home to more than 800 families, and with a master plan for 3,000 total front doors, we still have plenty of growth to follow.
As we celebrate this milestone, we thought you would enjoy a few images that depict some of here’s a look back at some of Riverlights' progression. None of this would be possible without our residents, builder partners, retail merchants and contractors and others who help shape Riverlights.
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Today- 2021