Plantation Voice, Winter 2022

THE PLANTATION

Letter from the President

Happy Holidays Rose Hill Residents,

As we close out the year, I wanted to highlight some of the exciting accomplishments that took place throughout the year.

We hired a new operations manager, Julian Walls and office manager, Caroline Adams, both who jumped right in without missing a beat.

Some of the items the POA staff accomplished for the year are implementing Dwelling Live, which has streamlined the process for gate passes. The old POA office (the Annex) was refreshed to make a wonderful library for the residents to visit. Thanks to our common grounds committee they were able to round up furniture, for reading and card playing.

Happy Holidays

The guard stations received a facelift along with our Willow Lake and Colleton Point Pools. Many sink holes were plugged, and lagoons were dredged. Best of all our Bill Baker Park path has been resurfaced. It is now safer than it has been in years. Our beloved Colleton Point is finally getting renovated. This project will not be finished until 2023 but it will be a place all residents will want to go and watch the sunset or dolphins on the Colleton River.

For the first time we had three committees collaborate and pull off a “Run for the Roses” event. The Communications, Equestrian and Social committees worked at great speed to pull this off. It was a day that Rose Hill residents had fun in the sun watching the Kentucky Derby at our own Equestrian Center.

The Communications Committee continues to create our beautiful quarterly Plantation Voice while updating pictures and information on the website. Next year they hope to have a full redesign of the website, with a special emphasis on the “secure/member” side, which is long overdue.

The Social Committee continues to surprise us with fun community events each year for all ages. The annual 4th of July neighborhood parade, a movie night under the stars, fall festival, a wine tasting event and much more.

The Equestrian Committee had their first open house at the barn. It was well attended and enjoyed by many Rose Hill residents.

The Long-range Planning Committee is hard at work with some new initiatives. They’re looking into opportunities for better and faster internet access for all of you.

The Golf Committee was instrumental in helping the Board with monitoring the condition of our golf course and the management company throughout the year. The Men’s and Woman’s groups have both sponsored golf scrambles, which have been well attended by residents.

The new Racket Committee sponsored its first event and we look forward to more from them in the future.

It has been a busy year and I hope to see you at some of our events in 2023. Wishing you all a joyous Holiday season,

Nancy Fairfax

Rose Hill Plantation Board President nancy@rosehillpoa.com

Rose Hill Board

Officers

President: Nancy Fairfax Vice President: Mike Hagen Treasurer: Sean Casey Secretary: Bob Zipse Directors

Dan Utley Tom Crocker

Dawn Burke Cathy O’Connor Chris VanGieson, Jr.

Coffee with Nancy

Please stop by the “old” POA office on the 3rd Saturday of each month for coffee and donuts with me. I’ll be there from 9:00-11:00am.

No appointment is required, just show up with your concerns, questions or just to talk! Other board members might also stop by to visit. This is an open invitation for anyone in the community.

Plantation Voice Editor

Lu Klaiber, Communications Chair

Graphic Designer

Aimee Downing, Social Committee

Letter from the General Manager

Dear Residents,

One of my joys during this time of year is the opportunity to thank the residents of Rose Hill for all you do to support this beautiful community! WOW! What a year it’s been, dare I say, better than the two years prior but not short of its own set of challenges.

The biggest challenge we faced this year was the rising costs of goods and services, including lingering supply chain issues and labor shortages, making it difficult to find and keep quality security officers at current wages. Preparing next year’s budget also proved to be a challenge. We don’t have the luxury to wait through the winter and reassess if rates are going to go up or down. So, to get a better handle on things, I started reaching out to contractors early this year to find out if there would be an increase in fees for next year. Many have already started implementing fuel charges and steep cancellation fees.

Despite this challenging environment, significant progress has been made, thanks to the dedication of your Board of Directors, community volunteers, and the professionals that assist you in the management office. Confidence remains high that we will achieve the targets set out for this year.

Let’s take a look back at the many accomplishments of 2022:

• DwellingLive was implemented

• Rotted neighborhood signs were replaced

• New irrigation for the Equestrian arena was installed

• Clubhouse renovations were completed

• Road work was completed

• Lagoon dredging was completed

• Willow lake pool was renovated and an ADA chair lift installed

• Colleton Point pool renovation began

• Sinkholes on Fahr Ant Trail were repaired

• Bill Baker Park path was milled and paved

• The Satisfaction survey was sent and completed

• Security focus groups were held

• Weir decking was renovated

• New lighting in the Equestrian Center installed

• Clubhouse annex was renovated

• Guard houses were renovated

• A special assessment referendum was passed

• and last but not least, IGM was hired to take over golf maintenance.

For 2023 and beyond, I’ve been developing the framework for a 5-year Strategic Plan that the Board of Directors and staff will use to determine the overall strategic direction for the development and maintenance of our community. A great deal of time and effort will go into the development of the Strategic Plan with input from committees, focus groups, surveys, volunteers, board members, and staff.

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POA Staff

Crystal Higginbotham CMCA, AMS General Manager crystal@rosehillpoa.com

Julian Walls Operations Manager julian@rosehillpoa.com

Caroline Adams Office Manager caroline@rosehillpoa.com

Lisa Darazs

Accounting Administrator accounting@rosehillpoa.com

Adrianne Collins-Brown Administrative Assistant frontdesk@rosehillpoa.com

Ed Greene ARB Administrator arb@rosehillpoa.com

Thomas Tracey Maintenance Supervisor maintenance@rosehillpoa.com

Bill Oakley

Chief of Security security@rosehillpoa.com

Letter from the General Manager

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Important strides have also been made to improve the safety and security of our community.

We will implement a Safety & Security Advisory Panel to assist us in this endeavor. Plans to increase and improve our security cameras are in the works. We will also be looking into new resident gates.

May Construction will be moving full steam ahead on the Colleton Point renovation in 2023. We know you will all miss having access to the swing and gazebo during the construction process but remember the dock is still open! This area can be potentially dangerous so please, for your safety, be careful and stay clear of this construction zone.

And committees...The Communications Committee will be researching a new member website. Long Range Planning is looking into a cell tower to improve cellular service amongst many, many other exciting projects. The Social Committee has 9 exciting events in store for us in 2023! The Covenant Rewrite Committee and the Rules and Regulations Rewrite Committee are working diligently in the late evening hours to bring us an updated set of governing documents.

Last, systematic plans aimed at improving drainage pipes and aging infrastructure are being introduced.

I for one, look forward to a productive and exciting year in 2023!

I wish you all a New Year full of peace and joy!

Happy Holidays, Crystal Higginbotham

CMCA ® AMS ® | Rose Hill POA, General Manager Office: 843-757-2450

The Rose Hill POA office will be closed Friday, December 23 and Monday, December 26. And again on Friday, December 30.

We wish you all a very Happy Holiday!

Season’s greetings to our neighbors and POA Staff!

“May your days be merry and bright throughout this holiday season and in the New Year”

Rose Hill Board of Directors

SIMPLE WAYS TO MAKE OUR NEIGHBORHOOD SAFER

By Chief William Oakley, Chief of Security

I appreciated the input from residents regarding the Officers working here at Rose Hill.

I want to let you know I am always trying to improve their performance to keep you safe. There was a recent burglary/car theft right next door at Belfair. I would like to offer some information on how you, as residents, can make our neighborhood safer.

1. Make friends with your neighbors.

Familiarizing yourself with neighbors can be a win-win situation. Offer yourself as a resource in case of emergencies or help needed on their end; some neighbors might reciprocate the offer. See if they’re comfortable sharing their needs.

2. Exercise caution when out of town

To choose targets, burglars rely most on easily scannable visual cues. I can’t overstate the importance of making it look like you’re home when you are away.

Also be sure to fill out an Absence from Residence form so Security can check your house while you’re away.

3. Keep up your yard

A well-kept yard can help deter crime since trimmed foliage offers fewer places to hide. And fences can, of course, keep unwanted visitors out.

4. Close windows and Blinds at night

A big-screen TV is a less enticing steal if no one knows it’s there. Leaving your blinds open and lights on at night provides a free look into your house, its layout, and the habits of its occupants. And leaving windows open at night, or when you’re gone, is an invitation for an uninvited guest to come on in.

5. Install a security system

Overall, one of the surest options for crime prevention in your neighborhood is to get a home security system and use it properly.

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If you see something say something

It’s not just for airports—being diligent in your neighborhood and speaking up when you see something out of place helps everyone in the neighborhood. Neighbors working together can make a big difference, especially with crimes like package theft for example. These are just a few things you can do to make our neighborhood safer. Please feel free to contact my office with any safety concerns you have.

Volunteers HATS OFF TO VOLUNTEERS

By Jennifer Jenkins, Common Grounds

A “Volunteer” is a person who agrees to undertake a service without compensation. There are many reasons people volunteer: to make their community better, to share expertise, to learn, to make new friends, to feel more fulfilled, to help others, to have fun, just to name a few.

And… it is done without expectation or need of compensation.

Almost 90 members of the Rose Hill community serve as volunteers on various POA committees and boards and for the many events held during the year. Most of our committees meet for at least an hour a month and events last an hour or more; and each member puts in another 1-20+ hours a month outside of meetings/events. This means our community is receiving the benefit of the equivalent of at least 2-10 full time employees from dedicated volunteers giving their time, expertise, creativity, and their passion to make this the best community possible.

As we start the New Year, we take our hats off and honor the following people who serve all of us. Here is a list of those currently serving on committees. Any omission is unintentional.

POA BOARD

Nancy Fairfax, President

Mike Hagen, Vice President

Sean Casey, Treasurer

Bob Zipse, Secretary

Dawn Burke

Cathy O’Connor

Tom Crocker

Dan Utley

Chris VanGieson

ARB COMMITTEE

Bob Berman, Interim Chair

Maria Galente, Interim Chair

James O’Connor

Gregory Visconti

Larry Hunt

Nancy Kirkland

AUDIT COMMITTEE

Michael Burnce, Chair

Ron Stovall

Jay Parks

George Kelly

Theresa Boyer

Jack Diver

COMMON GROUNDS

Bill Dorson, Chair

Marguerite Carver

Jennifer Jenkins

Jane Higdon

Bunny Stoykovich

COMMUNICATIONS

COMMITTEE

Lu Klaiber, Chair

Janet Ferguson, Secretary

Laura Casey

Stephen Villante

Tom Farrand

Don Dempsey

LONG RANGE PLANNING

COMMITTEE

Vannessa Weatherford, Chair

Chris Henke

Barbara Brackman

Bob Olin

Mona Huff

Ty Kopke

Paul Barnard

RACQUET COMMITTEE

Maureen Valiquette, Chair

Rita Fryer

Marlene Dunning

EQUESTRIAN COMMITTEE

Donna Raines, Chair

Stefanie Schneider-McKenzie

Tom Cambron

Susan Horn

GOLF COMMITTEE

Jack Menzie, Chair

Victor Stoykovich

Carol Fruit

Jackie Currie

Roy Parian

Michael Higdon

Sally Bailey

Susan Bailey

SOCIAL COMMITTEE

Susan Tucker, Chair

Aimee Downing, Vice Chair

Kim Dulinski, Treasurer

Pat Farrand, Secretary

Pam Wise

Debi Pollard

Melina Menzie

Colleen Jacques

Carin Peluso

Sarah VanGieson

Jill Caldwell

Beth Molinaro

NOMINATING COMMITTEE

Jack Menzie

Lisa Fahoury

Barbra Baxter

RULES AND REGULATIONS

Linda Cecil, Chair

Mike Small

Grayson Solomon

Mindy Cawley

Joe Huff

Rhett Livingston

Sue Wolford

Bill Oakley

COVENANT REWRITE

Diana Shipe, Chair

Ty Kopke

Carin Peluso

Tony LaMartina

Janet Feiner

Kirby Garbraini

Jane Higdon

Linda Cecil

Jennifer Jenkins

Thank

you from

Caring Neighbors

By Jane Phipps

Volunteerism was on full display at Hampton Lakes as 15 charities, including Caring Neighbors, recently showcased the purpose of their organizations.

We were pleased to have been chosen as one of the non-profit groups to participate in this event as we continue to spread the word that we are in need of volunteers. Board members Wendy Orff-Brantley, Ginnie Lee Chalmers, Cathy Michael and Jane Phipps were on hand to explain our mission of assisting those in need. Services that we provide include transportation to and from doctors’ appointments, food shopping, telephone calls to shut-ins, meal preparation and help after surgery, temporary dog walking, assistance with chores, and home visitations. We provide these services free of charge as we strive to support and enhance independent living and wellness to Bluffton residents. Some of our “neighbors” require short-term help while others may need a much longer time commitment from us. Both can be addressed as long as we have the necessary number of volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering, our contact number is 843-368-2096.

We want to express our appreciation to the Ladies Golf Association of Rose Hill for choosing Caring Neighbors to be one of the recipients of the 50/50 raffle, along with Meals on Wheels, at the Holiday Golf Tournament. We rely heavily on donations and fundraisers in order to meet our annual financial needs, with insurance coverage being our biggest expense. In addition, we utilize a smartphone and computer so that we can readily accept calls requesting our services, and then promptly take steps to meet the needs of the caller. Other monies are needed in order to pay for an online volunteer sign-up calendar as well as our Caring Neighbors website (www.caring-neighbors.org).The winner of the raffle was Sheila Divvens who immediately gave back her winnings to Caring Neighbors and Meals on Wheels. We are so thankful for her generosity!

November 29th was Giving Tuesday on Facebook when charities were allowed to promote themselves and solicit donations.

Sheryl Inglefield created a page for Caring Neighbors where by people could help us financially with whatever amount they chose and then that would be matched by Network for Good. Our goal of $500 was met and matched with the help of some of our Rose Hill residents to whom we extend a big THANK YOU!

We need volunteers! Find out more at: www.caring-neighbors.org .

Tiny Tots creating holiday cards.

News from the equestrian center

By Allison Campbell, Owner/Operator Bellroy Stables at Rose Hill Equestrian Center

It’s been a busy fall and, as we enter December and the holiday season, I’d like to wish everyone the best for the holidays and 2023 and update you on recent barn happenings and future plans.

This fall, we welcomed new boarders and four-footed friends to Rose Hill: Kim Hatton and Odin, Micki Salas and Selena B, Casey Chafik and family with GiGi and Tigo, Katherine Pearson and Huey, and Faith Bruno with Ducky!. We are also happy to welcome back Cheryl Hill and Ace, returning to RHEC from Toronto to enjoy winter in the Lowcountry. Rose Hill Equestrian Center turned in a terrific performance on November 19 at the inaugural “May River Classic” horse show at Palmetto Bluff’s Longfield Stables. Paige Rose on Graffiti and Carol Lobdell on Popeye’s Lark earned great ribbons in every class of the Low Open Hunter. Mia Mckenzie and Lola Bunny were Champion in the Mini Stirrup at their first show! Casey Chafik and Santiago were Champion in the Short Stirrup. Briana Weathersbee and Paddington were Reserve Champion in the Intermediate Equitation. Mckenzie and Madison Morgan shared the ride on Clever to Champion in the High Open Hunters, fourth in the Derby, and received the award for best-turned-out horse. Lauren Niemiec and Balvanie were Reserve Champion in the Low Hunters and Reserve Champion in the Derby at their first show together. Katherine Pearse and Montanaro were Champion in the Low Hunters, Champion in the Derby, and awarded Best Adult Rider!

and went on to work as the assistant coach for the Mount Holyoke Equestrian Team. While there she supported the team to a 4th place finish at Nationals, before continuing her education. Bree is already handling lessons for beginner and intermediate hunt seat instruction. She is a most welcome addition to the staff. Other staff additions include: Edgar, who is full time and Antonio who works on Wednesday’s. We now have a staff of four, plus Bree and me. Staff Holiday Tips will be handled the same as years past. All boarders are asked to make a minimum contribution of $50.00. If you could please get this to me by December 16th. In other staff news, Victor will be going on vacation to see his family in Mexico this Christmas. While he is there he will also be getting married to his fiance, Judith Ortiz, on December 31st!

Our team has been busy with improvements at RHEC, including filling/seeding in the pastures, laying down floor mats in the aisles and wash stalls, and removing the grass build up in the main ring.

Looking ahead, we hope to get the dressage ring refurbished in the first quarter of 2023. If you have suggestions or notice a need for repair, please let me know.

We started a high-school riding team this year, as part of the Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA)! IEA is a nonprofit organization that gives youth in grades 4-12 the opportunity to compete in team and individual equestrian competition without the financial burden of owning a horse. The team has had great results at their three competitions. They finished 3rd overall out of 12 teams at each show.

Thanks to Bree Leyer for helping me keep the ship sailing smoothly, not only at the show, but also day-to-day. Bree has been riding since she was 3 years old. She rode successfully on the collegiate team at UMass Amherst

Rose Hill golf update

from International Golf Maintenance (IGM)

by Tyler Minamyer, Regional Manager

The Winter season brings different challenges to golfers and to golf maintenance.

When we are cold, we typically don’t perform as well. That is also the case with turfgrass on the golf course. Turf is broken down into the two broad categories of cool-season and warm-season. The primary turf grown is based on the climate in which you live. Rose Hill Golf Club is entirely warm-season bermudagrass which is the norm for the region.

When the temperatures drop, the turf goes through a series of phases from fully-active which it would be in the summer months to fully-dormant in the coldest months. Based on the Growth Model shown, Full Dormancy (FD) is expect around December 26th. In addition to lower temperatures, the turf receives less energy from the sun as a result of shorter day length. This changes its growth habit and the plants tend to get thinner and leggy as they stretch towards to sun to get whatever energy that it can. This thinning often gives weeds an opportunity to sprout.

The biggest challenge though is managing traffic wear when the turf is unable to recover. Any thinning or damage will not recover until Spring temperatures bring the turf out of dormancy. The Growth Model

suggests, turf won’t begin Towards Active (TA) until about February 21st and Fully Active (FA) around April 11. Once Fully Active growth is achieved, that is when you can expect the course to make the largest steps forward with improved playing conditions.

With turf grow slow or stopped, the golf operation is focused on projects and detail tasks. Some of the most impactful projects you will see completed include tree trimming and drainage repairs. Other small projects like installation of yardage tags on sprinklers are underway as well. Agronomic programs this time of year are very important with much of the focus on laying the groundwork for successful weed control in 2023. We don’t expect the course to be weed free but do expect a large step forward in getting the weed populations reduced.

Things happening inside the Proshop are just as exciting. Again, laying the groundwork for a great 2023 with improving the internal systems, updating the merchandising program and continued staff training.

Our entire Team wishes you a Safe and Happy Holiday Season!

Bermudagrass Growth Model for Bluffton, SC

Womens Golf

Forward Tees

By Jane Phipps

The past four months have been a busy time for the Ladies Golf Association of Rose Hill as our membership continues to increase with our roster now showing 34 golfers.

We meet on Wednesdays and Saturdays to play 18 holes of golf followed by lunch at Oak Terrace. A different format is followed each outing as we compete to win credit in the Golf Shop. Several of our members have also joined the Epic Women’s Golf League. This group plays year-round on Tuesday mornings rotating between Eagle’s Point, Crescent Point, Hilton Head Lakes, Pinecrest, and Rose Hill.

Many of our ladies participated in the free golf event sponsored by IGM in October which was open to all Rose Hill residents and golfers with a membership at our course. In early December, the LGA held its annual Holiday Tournament with 70 participants. This was a charity tournament with the proceeds from the 50/50 raffle being evenly divided between Caring Neighbors and Meals on Wheels.

It is not a requirement that you have a Rose Hill golf membership, nor do you have to be a resident of the Plantation to be a member of the Ladies Golf Association. You simply need a love for the outdoors, meeting new people, having fun, and playing golf.

For more information, contact Bunny Stoykvich at 603-496-5014.

Marek Belka

Mario & Kimberly

Welcome!

Campuzano

Araceli Cazalez

Susan Dowling

Brian Ellis

Daniel Fults

Joseph & Ann Guagno

David & Mary Ellen Letien

Chris & Robbe Mehl

Geoffrey & Carolyn Miller

Ronald & Susan Miller

Cheryl & Eugene Milmoe

Bernard and Elizabeth Narzony-Rogers

David Rodreiguez

Joseph & Janice Rompala

Wendy & Andrew Santiago-Salvat

Ross & Gena Spires

Sarah & Nathan Sturre

We've added new families to Rose Hill.

Tennisclub of the Low Country

Tennis of the low country Happenings!

As things warm up locally tennis players are back out playing whenever they can. TLC has had a busy couple of months, and players are getting geared up to play on teams in the Spring!

Our junior program continues to grow, and we have added new team members to help instill the love of game in our youngest enthusiasts. If you would like more information about our Junior Programs which run monthly through June, you can go to our website at www.tlcrosehill.com/junior-tennis-programs.html or call the Pro Shop at 843-271-6401

USTA leagues are in full swing and we have 20 teams playing out of TLC. We are so appreciative of our Captains who have stepped up to form a team and handle the match play logistics. As always, we thank you for your support, stay safe, and we look forward to seeing you on the courts 2023!

TLC Management and Staff

For information about our programs for all levels to help players get sharp for doubles competition, go to: www.tlcrosehill.com/adult-tennis-programs.html

Litter Getterz

Submitted by Lisa Bush

Even though we only had nine volunteers we picked up 63 bags of trash on Saturday, November 19th. Thank you to the dedicated volunteers!! a It turned out to be a great day with lots of great finds, the biggest prize was this Ford bumper. Also a gator hide, a few armadillos, a deer carcass, 9 golf balls and the usual nonsense trash that seems to find its way onto our highway. We sure would love to see some new faces. Our newest volunteer was Charles Baugh on Greenwood Drive. He was so excited to jump in on the fun we had. THANKS EVERYONE

WHO JOINED IN.

Lisa Bush, Bruce Clemons, David Pratt, (shows up every time), Linda Cichanowicz (great to have you back), Kathy & Mike Hagen (they always find the good stuff), John Collins & Lynn Zipse (always ready to work hard)!

LADIES OF THE COURT

The last Friday of each month, a group of ladies/neighbors who reside on Greenwood Court gather for lunch at Oak Terrace. They aptly call themselves “The Ladies of the Court.”

The monthly gathering was the inspiration of long time Rose Hill resident, Sharon Haas, who sadly, passed earlier this year. After the loss of her husband, Sharon wanted to make an effort to get to know her neighbors better and pitched the idea to the ladies on the street.

With the exception of a pause during COVID, the group of 8 – 16 regularly participate in the luncheons. They laugh at each other’s stories and exude empathy and compassion when one of them suffers an illness or loss. It’s what caring neighbors do!

The Ladies of the Court annually decorates the Greenwood Court Street signs and the Bill Baker park sign for the holidays. This month they celebrated with a holiday luncheon, gift exchange and cookie exchange. In memory of dear Sharon, and because they have loads of fun, this group plans to keep meeting and growing stronger friendships.

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Notable Neighbors

call for Stories from Rose Hill’s

Notable Neighbors

By Lu Klaiber, Communications Chair

Rose Hill is filled with remarkable people! Each month when I am gathering articles for our quarterly newsletter, I come across interesting stories about our Rose Hill neighbors.

What about you? Do you have a special hobby or talent? Do you volunteer for charitable or missions work? Do you have a compelling story to tell about your military service or career? Fun stories are great too. Maybe you met Elvis or won the lottery!!

In the new year, I plan to feature one or more “Notable Neighbor(s)” in the quarterly Plantation Voice. If you would consider sharing your story, please write a short, descriptive paragraph and submit it via email it to Caroline Adams, Office Manager at the POA: caroline@rosehillpoa.com

Please put “Notable Neighbors” in the subject line.

The Communications Committee will review the submissions and choose which ones to feature each quarter. A member of our committee will also interview you for further details and we may take a photo if you are willing. Don’t be shy and feel free to recommend a friend or neighbor. Looking forward to hearing from you!

Tom moved to Bluffton from Beford, Pennsylvania about two and a half years ago. He graduated from Gannon University in Erie, Pennsylvania with a degree in Criminal Justice.

Tom spent 26 years working as a Maintenance Supervisor for the Federal Government before retiring. During his time here in Bluffton he most recently worked as the Assistant Maintenance Supervisor for Berkley Hall as well working at Indigo Run for Club Corp as the Maintenance Supervisor for both golf courses.

Tom is the father to two girls and three dogs. Moving to Bluffton was just the right fit for Tom and his family since they enjoy all things outdoors. Please join us in welcoming Tom to the Rose Hill POA Team!

Rose Hill POA would like to welcome our newest Team Member Thomas Tracy!

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At the end of November, the year-todate median sales price for homes in Rose Hill was $639,950. (per REsides Hilton Head Area Association of Realtors).

Rose Hill Fun Facts

(from Julian Walls, Operations Manager):

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Our community has: 43 lagoons

14 weirs

13 named horse trails 19 dog stations on property

Bill Baker walking trail is 1.7 mi.

Brightview mows: 15 miles of roadsides 22 acres of polo field 6 acres of powerlines 42 acres at Bill Baker Park

The Annual Meeting

for the Rose Hill POA will be March 28, 2023 at 6:30pm. Mark your calendars now! There will be two “Meet the Candidate” presentations in late February/early March.

A fun night of good food, great friends, bourbon tasting and even a trip to Mexico was enjoyed by all the Rose Hill residents who attended this year’s Jingle Ball!

Holiday Events

“Thanks to the Rose Hill Elves who decorated our entrances!”

Pictured L-R: Lu Klaiber, Rita Byrd, Keith Klaiber, Jim Burke, Denise Rasor and Tom Rasor. Not pictured: Bill and Nancy Fairfax.

ROSE HILL

Holiday Events

A festive Volunteers Holiday Gathering hosted by the Common Grounds Committee was held in our cozy Annex building on December 15th.

Breakfast withSanta Breakfast withSanta

Two seatings of children and adults enjoyed A Pancake buffet, an arts & Crafts table and a visit from Santa himself!

ROSE HILL

HO HO HO!

Contact Mike Kuhn or Greg Woodward at (843) 757-9030 for full details

All Memberships are structured with Green Fees separate of Cart Fees. Doing this makes each Member better able to manage their own costs and choose what works best for them. One size does not fit all nor will it ever. The Club’s offerings are intended to provide the best overall value for the widest audience possible. Our goal is to provide Members with a great golf course and a good value.

Family Membership - $284.97 per Month Individual Membership - $193.05 per Month

$174.67 per

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Rose Hill Resident Activity and Food Truck Calendar

Upcoming Events

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*Food Trucks come on Tuesdays to different locations throughout the neighborhood

Rose Hill Resident Activity and Food Truck Calendar

Rose Hill Resident Activity and Food Truck Calendar

*Food Trucks come on Tuesdays to different locations throughout the neighborhood

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Stormy’s Food Truck

*Food Trucks come on Tuesdays to different locations throughout the neighborhood

4:30-7:30 pm Colleton Point *Vegan Options available Board Meeting Oak Terrace 6:30 pm

Stormy’s Food Truck 4:30-7:30 pm Colleton Point

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Stormy’s Food Truck

*Vegan Options available

Trivia Night at Oak Terrace 5:30 pm (Sensational Singles RSVP to Pamela Ryan if you are going) 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

Trivia Night at Oak Terrace 5:30 pm (Sensational Singles RSVP to Pamela Ryan if you are going) 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

Board Meeting Oak Terrace 6:30 pm

Mother Smoking BBQ 4:30-7:30 pm Willow Lake

Mother Smoking BBQ 4:30-7:30 pm Willow Lake

4:30-7:30 pm Colleton Point *Vegan Options available Board Meeting Oak Terrace 6:30 pm

15 16 Kids’ Play 17 18 19 20 21

Special Board Meeting 5:30 pm POA Office

Trivia Night at Oak Terrace 5:30 pm (Sensational Singles RSVP to Pamela Ryan if you are going) 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

Date: Playground 3:30-5:00 pm Lunch Lady 5:00-7:00 pm Wood Eden

Trivia Night at Oak Terrace 5:30 pm

15 16 Kids’ Play 17 18 19 20 21

Coffee with Nancy 9:00-11:00 am Clubhouse Annex Sensational Singles Savannah Outing 11:15-4:00 pm RSVP to Pamela Ryan 22 23 24 25 26 27 28

***Vegan Options Available

Special Board Meeting 5:30 pm POA Office

Mother Smoking BBQ 4:30-7:30 pm Willow Lake 15 16 Kids’ Play 17 18 19 20 21

Date: Playground 3:30-5:00 pm Lunch Lady 5:00-7:00 pm Wood Eden ***Vegan Options Available

Trivia Night at Oak Terrace 5:30 pm

Food Saavy Wood Eden 4:30-7:30 pm

Special Board Meeting 5:30 pm POA Office

Sensational Singles Game Night 6:00-9:00 pm RSVP to Pamela Ryan 29 30 31 Golden Sun 4:30-7:30 pm Colleton Point

Coffee with Nancy 9:00-11:00 am Clubhouse Annex Sensational Singles Savannah Outing 11:15-4:00 pm RSVP to Pamela Ryan 22 23 24 25 26 27 28

Date: Playground 3:30-5:00 pm Lunch Lady 5:00-7:00 pm Wood Eden ***Vegan Options Available

Trivia Night at Oak Terrace 5:30 pm

Food Saavy Wood Eden 4:30-7:30 pm

Sensational Singles Game Night

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Sensational Singles Game Night

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New Year’s Traditions and Celebrations Around the World

In many countries, New Year’s celebrations begin on the evening of December 31—New Year’s Eve—and continue into the early hours of January 1.

Revelers often enjoy meals and snacks thought to bestow good luck for the coming year. In Spain and several other Spanish-speaking countries, people bolt down a dozen grapes-symbolizing their hopes for the months ahead-right before midnight. In many parts of the world, traditional New Year’s dishes feature legumes, which are thought to resemble coins and herald future financial success; examples include lentils in Italy and black-eyed peas in the southern United States. Because pigs represent progress and prosperity in some cultures, pork appears on the New Year’s Eve table in Cuba, Austria, Hungary, Portugal and other countries. Ringshaped cakes and pastries, a sign that the year has come full circle, round out the feast in the Netherlands, Mexico, Greece and elsewhere. In Sweden and Norway, meanwhile, rice pudding with an almond hidden inside is served on New Year’s Eve; it is said that whoever finds the nut can expect 12 months of good fortune

Other customs that are common worldwide include watching fireworks and singing songs to welcome the new year, including the ever-popular “Auld Lang Syne” in many English-speaking countries. The practice of making resolutions for the new year is thought to have first caught on among the ancient Babylonians, who made promises in order to earn the favor of the gods and start the year off on the right foot. (They would reportedly vow to pay off debts and return borrowed farm equipment.)

In the United States, the most iconic New Year’s tradition is the dropping of a giant ball in New York City’s Time’s Square at the stroke of midnight. Millions of people around the world watch the event, which has taken place almost every year since 1907. Over time, the ball itself has ballooned from a 700-pound iron-and-wood orb to a brightly patterned sphere 12 feet in diameter and weighing in at nearly 12,000 pounds. Various towns and cities across America have developed their own versions of the Times Square ritual, organizing public drops of items ranging from pickles (Dillsburg, Pennsylvania) to possums (Tallapoosa, Georgia) at midnight on New Year’s Eve.

Here in Rose Hill, Oak Terrace will be celebrating with a Pre New Year’s Eve Party!

Friday, December 30, 2022 | 5:45 PM – 8:45 PM

Join your neighbors for a fun night of music and dancing with Okatie River Band!

$5 Cover Charge

For more information visit: www.oakterraceatrosehill.com/calendar

Article pulled from History.com | Dec 17, 2021