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EMBRACING CHANGE
Submitted by: Tim
Roth
Community Management Associates, Inc. (CMA) is onboard and moving at light speed. In August, we had a huge “Meet and Greet” just before a packed Town Hall Meeting. Everyone was so excited about the new direction Cresswind is taking and what that means for each one of us. Sure, it was a lot more work for us, but we felt that it was in the community’s best interest for us to “raise the bar”.
Change is certainly an inherent part of life, and we’ve had our fair share recently. Who would have imagined all the management changes that we have recently made would have occurred in such a short amount of time. In this case the change happened a bit quicker than expected, but all for the betterment of the community. A new Community Association Manager, (Kimberlee Grogan), a new Assistant Community Manager (Jennifer Finlayson), a new Maintenance Supervisor (David Marsolo), and a Lifestyle Director. Despite her promotion, we still have the opportunity to leverage Jennifer’s event planning expertise that will be passed down to the new Lifestyle Director, so we won’t miss a beat on having fun.
No doubt, staff attrition over the past couple of months has negatively impacted us. But that is all behind us now, we are running on all cylinders, and we are receiving many positive communications from our residents. We set our sights out as far as we could, established new goals and then re-evaluated and set new goals when we could see further. We are excited and anxious for the new management staff to continue forming as a team to help support this community. Each member of the staff has his/her strengths that stood out during the interviews and so far, we are not disappointed. They are already learning what works well and are making plans to improve what is not. Our transition has been focused on orientation, training, committee involvement, documentation transfer, and communication. As that continues, we are shifting more toward monitoring and feedback. Let us know what is working, but more importantly let us know what still needs work, what is really going well, and where are the areas we can continue to improve. That is what constructively dissatisfied is all about.
In conclusion, change is an inevitable part of life. Embracing change, rather than resisting it, allows us to harness its potential for growth and innovation. By adopting a positive mindset, developing resilience, staying adaptable, and setting goals, we can certainly move forward with confidence and optimism.
Cover Artist
The picture for the Waterfall Magazine cover was provided by Diana Thurmon. Thank you for sharing your talents with us.
“I paint because I must.” That’s how Diana Thurmon feels about her artistic career. “Art has become so much a part of who I wish to be that when I am not in the midst of creating a piece, I am probably visualizing another in my mind. There’s a sign in my studio that proclaims, “This is my Happy Place” and that’s very, very true.”
A 7-year resident here at Cresswind, Diana is usually in the Arts & Crafts room Tuesdays from 9 to noon sharing her passion. The studio in her home is filled with quite an array of works and is always available to residents by appointment.
Kimberlee Grogan, Community Manager
We are excited that Community Management Associates, Inc. (CMA) was selected as your new community manager. Our staff is working hard to get to know you and the requirements of the Cresswind Association. We hope you are seeing the positive impact our staff is making to the community. By the time this publication is delivered to your home we will have been onboard approximately 30 days - WOW! It’s been a busy first month. Thank you for your assistance and patience as we implement a new management system, staffing, and more. I have an open-door policy and welcome you anytime to come visit me. Now let’s introduce you to our staff.
Jennifer Finlayson – Assistant Community Manager
Jennifer, previously the Cresswind Lifestyle Director, has been promoted to Assistant Community Manager. Jennifer will work closely with the new Lifestyle Director to ensure a smooth transition. Jennifer and I will be working closely to oversee the EIRs for your home improvements.
Allison Ladd - Lifestyle Director
Allison has been selected as the Lifestyle Director starting the end of August, please stop by the Clubhouse and welcome her to Cresswind. We look forward to having her join the CMA Team and sharing her ideas for shaping the social and lifestyle activities of Cresswind.
Guest Relations / Front Desk
The Guest Relations staff will remain the same. These ladies are available at the Front Desk to help you as needed.
Maintenance Supervisor - David Marsolo
We are excited to have David as our Maintenance Supervisor. He has extensive experience in facility management. David is busy reviewing all of the Cresswind equipment and facilities.
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Cresswind resident Debbie Fox volunteers with Hall-Dawson CASA as an advocate for children experiencing foster
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Cresswind at Lake Lanier Events
September
Great Gatsby Night with the T-Tones Big Band
Saturday, September 7th
Rhinestone Cowgirls
Wednesday, September 25th
October
GlowVibe Golf and Patio Party
Saturday, October 12th
GlowBand Outdoor Concert
Saturday, October 26th
Halloween Party
Thursday, October 31st
Events are subject to change. If you have any questions, please email lifestyle@cresswindatll.com
Welcome Committee
Submitted by: Sandy St George Your Cresswind Welcome Committee has welcomed many new residents this year. Our committee makes sure that new residents feel comfortable with their knowledge of this amazing community. How do we do that? We discuss many topics with new residents, including:
• Learning where new residents are from and what their interests are.
• Helping new residents learn about the various Cresswind Clubs and Committees.
• Teaching the new residents the Cresswind at Lake Lanier website.
• Helping new residents join the Cresswind Facebook page.
• Showing new residents how to purchase tickets for Lifestyle, CPAC, and other events.
• Educating folks on the details, such as registering your golf cart, what day is garbage day, etc.
Most importantly, the Welcome Committee representatives will help new residents acclimate to living here. Cresswind truly is a unicorn . . . a magical place that is rare and hard to find. Our Welcome Committee reps want our new residents to jump in and feel the same way.
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE (ARC)
Project Approval Process
Submitted by Bill Power with excerpts from previous Waterfall article by Louis McClure
Your Architectural Review Committee (ARC) and Landscape Committee (LAN) work hard to maintain the aesthetics of our community. Please remember that all changes to the exterior of your home require ARC or LAN approval. Your community rules and regulations require that any modification, alteration, or addition of ornamentation of any type or size to your home that can be seen by you, a neighbor, or pedestrians requires advance approval from the ARC and/or the LAN. This rule applies to back yards as well and covers, but is not limited to, statues, sculptures, bird baths, wind chimes, swings, benches, arbors, and trellises.
One way to determine if your request, EIR-1, goes to the ARC or the LAN is to ask this simple question: does my project include living items, nonliving items or both? Living items would include trees, bushes, and sod and should be submitted to the LAN. Non-living items would include things like building materials, lighting, landscape boulders, and concrete work and would be submitted to the ARC. Don’t worry if your project includes both Architectural and Landscape items as both requests can be submitted on a single EIR. Both committees will review and approve their piece of your project. As an example, if your landscape plan includes new shrubs and trees plus a hardscape like a stone wall or walkway, both committees will be involved.
Plan your projects ahead. Community rules and regulations give the ARC and LAN 60 days to complete their reviews. Our 60-day clock starts ticking when we receive your “complete” application. The good news is that, generally speaking, the ARC is working through your requests in less than two weeks. Incomplete requests and requests for larger more complex projects may take
longer. Please don’t submit your EIR on a Friday afternoon and schedule your contractor to start on Monday morning.
Do not start beautifying your home exterior or yard until you have received written approval from the Community Manager. If you do, you may be asked to remove the items and you may receive warning notices from the Community Manager. Fines can be levied if you fail to comply with the warning notices. I can assure you no one wants to levy fines, but they are a necessary evil.
The following are a few helpful hints to consider when planning your projects:
Walkway and path construction:
Some of the new walkways and paths requested by owners and approved by the ARC are causing a problem for MTScapes maintenance crews. Going forward all new pathways must be constructed level with the sod to ensure mowers have easy access to rear yards. Materials used for the construction of the walkways must be flat and tightly compacted so mowers can keep mowing. Pea stone gravel, irregular surfaced steppingstones and elevated edging will no longer be approved as they bog down mowers and damage equipment.
Construction Dumpsters
Dumpsters located in a resident’s driveway are NOT for neighbors or community use. Dumpster rental fees are based on the volume and weight of the dumpster when removed. Please do not deposit your yard and/or project waste into someone else’s dumpster without their permission. Dumping your stuff in your neighbor’s dumpster will increase their disposal fees. Also, dumpsters require a damage deposit be submitted to the office and dumpsters must be placed on plywood and entirely within your driveway.
MARINA COMMITTEE
Submitted by: Russell Schussler
The Marina Committee sponsored the U.S. Coast Guard’s “Suddenly in Command” Class on July 13th in the Lanier Room of the Clubhouse. It was open to all residents and friends and family. The class instructed passengers as to what they should do in the event the skipper became incapacitated. Additionally, participants were provided useful handout material and other instruction and guidance as to boating and water safety. Residents were also informed of recent changes in rules and rule enforcement practices by the Coast Guard such as requiring all passengers under 13 years of age to wear Personal Flotation Device (PFD), a throwable PFD must be easily within reach of the skipper and the engine kill switch must be attached directly to the boat pilot.
Over 30 residents participated in this course. Hope to see more of you at future offerings. The Marina Committee will continue working with Chuck Keleman and the Coast Guard to promote boating and water safety. Planned classes will be open to all residents, not just slip holders.
RULES & REGULATIONS
WHAT CHANGED IN THE LATEST RULES & REGULATIONS MANUAL UPDATE
Submitted by: Bill
Thaler
The latest update to the Cresswind Rules & Regulations Manual was posted to the Cresswind website June 4th. Over the last 3 years, your Covenants and Rules and Regulations Committee (CRRC) posted two major updates (April 2023 and June 2024) with three minor updates in between. We reduced the size of the manual from 134 pages to 90 pages with the last update.
With the June 2024 update, our primary focus was twofold: removing rules that were unenforced or unenforceable and improving clarity throughout the manual. We made many changes and believe we achieved substantial progress in those areas.
Before we began the update process, we solicited inputs from residents via multiple Daily Update postings and an article in the Waterfall magazine. We received 8 inputs from owners. All owner inputs were presented to the Board and specifically identified as owner change requests. Owner inputs and the position of the Board are the following:
1. Residents of the Cresswind community should have priority for full use of the Amenity Complex over guests and/or other authorized visitors. This is clearly stated in 2-1.1(b): Residents of the Cresswind community have priority for use of the Amenity Complex over guests and/or other authorized visitors.
2. Children’s access to the indoor pool. The Board believes the wording in 2-1. Complex Facilities adequately addresses this concern.
3. Remove the rule prohibiting owners from posting yard signs with house numbers. Section 5-3.3(e) was changed to comply with the wording in the Charter which allows:
a. such signs as may be required by legal proceedings
b. not more than one (1) professional security sign of such size deemed reasonable by the ARC in its sole discretion
c. one (1) sign of not more than one square foot may be used to indicate the name of the Owner and/or Residence number.
4. Establish criteria for lawn ornaments. This is not specifically addressed in the Charter or By-Laws. The ARC intends to review this issue in more detail this year. If the ARC recommends changes, and if the Board approves them, a revision to the Rules & Regulations Manual will be issued.
5. Eliminate the rule prohibiting solar panels on rooftops if visible from the street. This is covered in 5-3.2(ff) on page 54 of the Rules & Regulations Manual. The Board did not approve this request.
6. Prohibit colored outside lights on garages and front entries. Exterior lighting is discussed in 5-3.2(k). The Board felt no changes were warranted.
7. Allow RV parking in the driveway for one night to load and offload. Section 6-2.2(b) allows this provided permission is granted by the Community Association Manager and a Form CLL-9 Overnight Street Parking Permit is displayed. The Rules & Regulations Manual also allows residents to petition for a “time-limited” exception subject to approval by the Community Association Manager (Section 6-2.2(e).
8. Enforce cars cannot block the sidewalks. There is no specific prohibition of blocking a sidewalk with your vehicle in the Rules & Regulations Manual; so, there is no rule to enforce. Discussion of this issue with the Board pointed out that many owners drive vehicles that are too long to fit in their garage and also will not fit within the confines of their driveway.
Besides the owner change requests discussed above, the CRRC took many other change recommendations to the Board for consideration. Below are just a few of these recommendations:
1. We removed the restriction on children under 12 being in the dog park. However, remember that guests must be accompanied by a resident at all times. “Accompanied” means guests must remain within close proximity of their host resident.
2. Authorized times for guests in the Fitness Center were changed from 10:00 AM to Clubhouse closing. Previously, guests could remain in the Fitness Center until midnight.
3. The rules regarding fences and gates have been extensively modified. Owners are advised to read this section carefully before installing fences or gates on their property. See 5-3.2(l) for more information.
4. We removed the restriction of not placing trash receptacles on the curb before 6PM the evening before collection. The new rule states “…shall not be placed curbside earlier than the evening before collection and empty containers must be removed from the street by 6 PM the following day”.
5. All golf cart rules have been consolidated within Chapter 6-3 Golf Carts. This includes rules on golf cart parking. Recommend owners review this section.
Your Rules & Regulations Manual is the single source reference for all your “can I” and “how do I” questions about living in Cresswind. You are encouraged to submit your thoughts for improvements or clarifications to the manual through the “Contact the Committee” link at this URL: https://www.cresswindatll.com/arc-committee/?preview=1.
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LANDSCAPE COMMITTEE
Submitted by: Delores Diaz and Cathy Clare
Fall officially arrives on September 22, and this transition of seasons requires a change in focus for gardeners as we prepare for the cold months to come. The focus now is on planning and planting for the year ahead. This article focuses on trees and shrubs because they provide the framework for any landscape plan.
Many homeowners create and implement their own landscape plans, and others hire landscape designers to create and install a professionally designed plan. In either case, it is the homeowner’s responsibility to make sure that the design elements and the plant choices adhere to the Cresswind regulations regarding size, location, and landscaping and checking the plant choices against the donot-plant list. These pertinent documents can be found on the Cresswind website: Cresswind Rules and Regulations, Ch.5, sections 4.1 - 4.7.
Before planting, it is advisable to research the shrubs and trees you are looking to plant. Look at the mature size and then consider whether the plant is appropriate for the place you want to plant it. A little research before planting can prevent the problem of having to remove the plantings later. Remember that planting new trees or shrubs requires an EIR for approval by the LAN Committee.
Incidentally, do you know the difference between shrub and bush? A shrub is a woody plant under 13 feet tall, usually with multiple stems. A bush is any plant that has a round, mounding habit. So, an azalea is a shrub, but not a bush. An abelia is a shrub and a bush. A mounding perennial like lantana or baptisia is also a bush. Confused yet?
We have seen an increase in requests for the removal of street trees for several reasons, and people have been asking what they can plant that does not have invasive roots. Some suggestions are as follows:
• Japanese Maples (some require part shade and others tolerate full sun)
• Dwarf Korean lilac
• Kousa dogwood or pink dogwood (dogwoods appreciate some shade)
• Little Gem Magnolia
• Hollies (many varieties)
• Dwarf false cypress
• Eastern redbud (although there seems to be some disease issues in this region)
When planting a replacement for street trees, please be mindful of the current overall aesthetics of the scape and the size of the replacement tree. If you plant a very small tree (2-3’ tall or so with a narrow trunk) that has a very slow growth rate, that tree will look out of place for many years.
The optimum time for planting trees and shrubs is late October through December because as they begin to go dormant, their energy will be directed into producing
stronger root systems before the winter arrives. Any trees and shrubs planted before then are likely to suffer from the heat and from the planting. Keep watering the new plantings through December when they go dormant. To prevent new growth going into winter, wait until spring to fertilize. Cover the roots with new mulch to keep them warm and hydrated during the winter.
All trees and shrubs need a little TLC during the fall. Prune out any dead, diseased, or damaged limbs when you notice them at any time of year. However, delay extensive pruning until the winter when the plants are dormant. Flowering shrubs have different pruning schedules, but most are pruned right after they finish blooming. If you prune or trim shrubs, it is important to consider the time of year that the specific shrub is trimmed. For instance, trimming a flowering shrub back at the wrong time of year may cause that shrub not to flower the following year. Check online for pruning times for your particular shrubs. A good website for pruning information is: https://www. thisoldhouse.com/landscaping/21015586/how-to-prunesmall-trees-and-shrubs.
Crape “Murder”. Yes, this is the real thing. If you drastically prune back your crape myrtle, you compromise the structural integrity of the tree, and it results in stunted growth and reduced flowering. In addition, the shoots that the stump sends out will be thin and spindly and unable to hold the weight of the flowers, giving it a sad, drooping appearance. If the tree has dead areas or needs to be pruned back if it’s too large for the area, we suggest that you hire an arborist to prune the tree back properly and not trim the tree where the tree and branches meet. For more information, consider googling for the proper way to prune crape myrtles. (https://www.trees.com/gardeningand-landscaping/crepe-myrtle-pruning) is just one of many websites to review.
What is the difference between pruning and trimming? Pruning takes into consideration the specific tree or shrub, and limbs or branches are cut to enhance its health and shape. It involves removing selected branches that are growing inward or rubbing against each other. Doing this allows air to circulate within the plant and helps prevent diseases. As mentioned before, pruning is generally performed when the plant is dormant in late winter. Trimming only removes the overgrown surface of the plant to maintain a specific shape or size. Over time, if you continue to trim shrubs back to a smaller size you may weaken the overall health of the shrub/bush. Constant trimming of bushes can result in plants with dense surface growth and a nearly empty interior.
If you have any landscaping questions, please feel free to reach out to the Landscape Committee by filing a “contact the committee” link on the cresswindatll.com website under Our community – committees – landscape committee.
HEALTH & FITNESS COMMITTEE
Submitted By: Laurie Solomon
The Big Peach Run-Walk-Hike Company held an event in July which was a resounding success. Residents completed the fitting process and were able to purchase athletic shoes at a 10% discount. They will also attend our Health Fair in January.
In July a Fall Prevention seminar given by Brenau University students presented techniques to prevent falling. They also demonstrated how to use your Smartphone and Fitness Tracker to help keep you on your feet.
Dr. Michael Gottsman, an orthopedic surgeon, who specializes in hip and total knee replacements, delivered a comprehensive presentation in August.
The Longstreet Clinic Center for Weight Management will present a talk on October 17th delving into the fundamentals of nutrition, the importance of balanced diets, nutrient-rich foods, and mindful eating habits. The seminar will be led by Amy Sabbaq, Registered Dietitian and Mercedes Hall, Family Nurse Practitioner.
Our committee has two member openings coming up in November. Look for details in the Daily Update and if you are interested in joining our Committee, please contact Julie Strickland.
Fall is a beautiful time of year, and many residents take the opportunity to make travel plans. Staying fit while on the road or in the air is a challenge that eludes many travelers. Even the well-intentioned abandon fitness routines and succumb to rich food, alcohol, stress, and inadequate sleep. Prolonged sitting in any mode of transportation affects your back, energy level, and general well-being. Many travelers feel poor because of lack of
hydration. The humidity level in most airline cabins is extremely low and water consumption should be a priority as well as traveling in comfortable loose-fitting clothes.
Sitting for extended periods of time compresses the discs in your back as well as potentially causing blood clots to form in the legs, especially if you have circulation issues. Compression socks can be helpful.
“Dynamic Sitting” allows your skeleton to support your body as opposed to muscles and ligaments. Allow the pelvic sitting bones to support the body, do not cross your legs, and don’t sit on your wallet in your back pocket. Shoulders and abdominals should remain relaxed, and it is a good idea to prop your laptop on a tray or pillow, so you don’t bend over too far. A briefcase or small suitcase can be used as a footrest to elevate your legs and take pressure off the lower back and hamstring muscles.
Many simple exercises can be done while sitting. Seated calf and foot raises, ankle rotations, straightening your legs as far as the space in front of you allows and tightening the muscles in your thighs will help keep the blood flowing. Shoulder shrugs, rolls, and pull backs can relax tension in the upper back.
Eating healthfully while in transit can be difficult for many travelers. It is advisable not to travel hungry because you are more prone to make unhealthy choices. Eat before you travel or pack some nutritious snacks in case you encounter a hunger attack.
Time spent in transit can be stressful and adopting a positive attitude is helpful. Meditate, take deep breaths and creatively explore ways to move your body to keep it functioning efficiently. Above all enjoy the journey!
CCL-TRAFFIC & ROAD USE (TRU) COMMITTEE
ARE YOU A ‘SMART’ DRIVER’…? ARE YOU A ‘SAFE’ DRIVER’…?
Want to be eligible for a ‘SAFE DRIVER DISCOUNT’ on your auto insurance…?
Submitted By: John Stevens
In partnership with the CLL Education Committee, the TRU Committee has scheduled the AARP Smart Driver Course to be presented on September 24th This course will help you become not only a smarter, safer driver, but completing it will also help you become eligible for a potential multi-year discount on your auto insurance. Check with your insurance carrier to confirm your specific defensive driving discount eligibility for completing this course. This 6½-hour course costs $20.00 for AARP members and $25.00 for non-AARP members. This course will be limited to 30 participants. Read the Daily Update for sign-up information and other details.
IS THE RADAR SPEED SIGN HELPING TO SLOW DRIVERS DOWN…?
The CLL radar speed sign has been operational and collecting vehicle speed data on Cresswind roads since January 2023. It is relocated every 4-6 months around Cresswind, notifying drivers of their speed as they approach the sign. Nearly 295,500 speed recordings have been collected from three different CLL road locations since January 2023. OVERALL average recorded speeds during those 18 months hovered between 19.0 and 23.7 mph (includes golf carts), with nearly 1,100
vehicles clocked at 40+ mph. (Q) Is it slowing drivers down…? (A) YES…among well-meaning, conscientious drivers; not so much with those few who ‘choose’ to exceed the speed limit. For example, 106 vehicles were clocked at 35+ mph on Cresswind Parkway between the Entry Roundabout and the intersection at Willow Creek this past April while the sign’s speed display function was turned off. After the speed display function was turned on (01 May), the number of vehicles clocked at 35+ mph dropped to 83 as of 31 May and 63 as of 30 June. At present, we do not know how many ‘speeders’ are residents, and how many are contractor and delivery vehicles. Ways to do this are under discussion.
SHARE THE ROAD RESIDENT FORUMS INPUT & IDEAS FOR CLL ROAD USE
By CLL Charter, ALL residents have equal right to and equal access to CLL roads. Our roads play an important role in supporting our ‘active lifestyle’. Being mindful of who you might encounter and what they might be doing on or near our roads is the FIRST STEP to reducing personal injury risk to yourself and to your CLL friends and neighbors. Towards this end, the TRU Committee has met with 12 casual and avid bike riders in a facilitated conversation about their bike riding experiences in Cresswind, to include what advice they’d give other bike riders to help them avoid personal injury on CLL roads, and how other ‘CLL road-users’ could be more mindful in sharing the road with bike riders to the benefit of everyone. The TRU is planning to invite a small group of 4-5 CLL bike riders to serve as an ‘advisory council’ to the TRU Committee to help keep the needs and interests of CLL bike riders ‘on the table’ as TRU Committee ideas and recommendations are developed and shared with the BOD. The TRU is planning to have a similar ‘Resident Forum’ conversation with casual and avid community ‘walkers’ sometime this fall. Read the Daily Update for more information about when and where this will happen.
TRAILS AND PATHWAYS COMMITTEE NEWS
Submitted by: David Rames
With cooler fall days upon us, we hope you are enjoying more time on our beautiful Trails. Take a moment to review our committee news and updates at the Cresswind website > Our Community > Committees > Trails and Pathways Committee. You’ll find information on Committee members, responsibilities and operations, meeting agenda/minutes, report to the HOA Board, and webpage link.
Throughout the summer, the Trails and Pathways Committee and our Trails Workgroup has been busy with general maintenance (blowing leaves, cutting tall grasses, removing fallen trees), and preparation for fall by trimming branches that overhang the trails. Projects will pick up again once Late Fall/ Winter arrives. Would you like to join these types of efforts? Please contact President David Rames, David.Rames@charter.net
Fall Spotlight on our Trails – Bluebird
If you haven’t been on one of our six Trails for a while, you will enjoy seeing them this fall – a great time to explore. Easily accessible and relatively smooth terrain characterizes Bluebird Trail – one of the most popular trails. Wildlife such as squirrels and deer are often spotted, along with many birds. 200’ treetops and a shady cool canopy enhance your walk.
From our online maps, you’ll see how Bluebird starts and ends in convenient locations – across from the Dog Park and just below the main roundabout. We encourage you to grab a walking stick, wear closed-toe shoes, and lose yourself in vast fall colors, shady and cool areas, and plenty of woodsy smells! Speaking of our maps, find them our committee webpage link, the Cresswind website > Lifestyle > Hiking Trail.
WEBSITE COMMITTEE
Submitted by: Wilton Rooks
For most of us, the website is our ‘go to’ resource for all things Cresswind. It is …
• where we arrange to participate in the great events our Lifestyle Director organizes,
• where we contact our Board of Directors and other key people,
• where club and committee chairs reserve meeting rooms (without staff involved),
• where we make requests for various services,
• and much more.
But for new residents – and some long-time residents – navigating to find specific items might not be clear, so this article will focus on a few frequently asked questions. But first, an overview. Everything starts with the Navigation bar at the top of the Home page. Each tab (category) has a drop-down menu that lists the items covered under that topic. So, let’s start there.
• where we arrange to participate in the great events our Lifestyle Director organizes,
• where we contact our Board of Directors and other key people,
• where club and committee chairs reserve meeting rooms (without staff involved),
• where we make requests for various services,
• and much more.
WEBSITE COMMITTEE CONT.
But for new residents – and some long-time residents – navigating to find specific items might not be clear, so this article will focus on a few frequently asked questions. But first, an overview. Everything starts with the Navigation bar at the top of the Home page. Each tab (category) has a drop-down menu that lists the items covered under that topic. So, let’s start there.
How do I buy tickets to Lifestyle events?
This is an easy one. Look under the Lifestyle tab. Each event is listed along with information about when tickets will be available, costs, etc. Your credit card details will be entered, and you can pick up your wrist band (aka ticket) at the front desk. With or without your printed receipt. Easy.
How do I contact the Community Association Manager (CAM) or the HOA Board?
If you have an issue that you believe involves the CAM, just complete the form at “Contact the Manager” and your request will be sent.
Likewise, contacting the HOA Board is easily done at the Our Community tab
How do I request approval to change the exterior of our house?
The Resources tab is your path to lots of things. For exterior modification, on the page that opens under “Requests/Forms” scroll down to find this form: EIR-1 External Improvement Request Form
Completing this form will kick off the process for your request to be reviewed and approved (or not) by the appropriate committee
How do I see what is happening on a particular day?
Thanks to the user-friendly “Activity Calendar”, you can now see events planned for the entire year. You can review the calendar without logon details, but if you are a Club or Committee Chair you can use your logon details to make reservations. You don’t need approval if the time slot for your event is available.
I am searching for an item or have one I want to sell (or donate). How can I do that on the website?
As you might know, there are specific Cresswind Facebook pages where you can list items, but you can also list items and search for them on the website. The Resources tab is the key.
To search for a specific item, use the search icon at the top of the main page. Just enter the name of the item. If there is one in the Classified section, it will be found. If you want to Submit an ad, when you click on the Classified link, the first screen will have that option. Just enter the details, including photos.
As you can tell, the website is rich with documents, photos, events, heritage, finances – and much more – so use it to make your experience at Cresswind at Lake Lanier even more rewarding. Don’t hesitate to submit a request to the Website Committee using the “Requests/Forms” link under the Resources tab for any questions or recommendations you have.
By the time you read this, Cresswind will have fully transitioned to Community Management Associates (CMA) as our management company. You will be informed of any changes to the website If you still have questions related to the website, don’t hesitate to contact us.
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Tim Roth – HOA Liaison
Jennifer Finlayson – Webmaster & Staff Liaison
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Tim Roth – HOA Liaison
Jennifer Finlayson – Webmaster & Staff Liaison
Withdrawing from Retirement Accounts, Where to Turn to First
Retirement knowledge and information often revolves around saving and preparing for your future, but when the retirement years actually come and the savings you’ve spent decades accumulating need to be spent, how does one begin?
The following will give a general outline of which accounts to start with and what accounts to use as a follow up.
Cash
Cash incurs growth at a much lower rate than does most any other holding. Whether it’s cash in a savings account or a cash holding in an investment account, beyond your emergency fund (6 months of expenses), cash should be the first place you pull income from for your retirement years.
Taxable Investment Accounts
Individual, revocable trusts, and joint accounts should be your next stop for income in your retirement years.
Sourcing income from your taxable investment accounts will assist with reducing tax liability as they will be taxed at capital gains rates (given they are
held for more than one year) and will come from accounts that historically grow at a slower rate than do other forms of retirement accounts (accounts that are tax-deferred).
Social Security
Turning on your social security income is a great way to protect your remaining nest-egg and begin sourcing income from a social welfare program you’ve been paying into for your entire working life, but this decision isn’t as simple as the first two.
Before turning on your social security benefits, consider if waiting will dramatically increase your expected monthly income or not. If you are past the age of 70, this won’t apply. If you are around the age of 62, waiting could mean a larger payout in the future.
Tax-Deferred Retirement Accounts
Traditional IRA, 457, SEP IRA, 401(k), and 403(b) accounts are taxed once withdrawals begin to be made. Withdrawals can be voluntary as a form of retirement income or they may be required depending on your age as a yearly required minimum distribution
(RMD). It’s usually best to wait to withdraw from these accounts for as long as possible to avoid the tax liability.
Roth IRA Accounts
With tax-free growth and qualified withdrawals also being tax-free (for beneficiaries as well), Roth IRAs are of the most tax-efficient savings vehicles available to investors. Allowing these the most time to accumulate, like your tax-deferred accounts, is always a good choice. And leaving these accounts untouched throughout your retirement can mean more money for your loved ones as RMD’s have been done away with (via the SECURE 2.0 Act) and withdrawals after your passing can be deferred for up to 10 years.
Like most tax-related retirement advice, there is no one size fits all. This is why speaking with an advisory firm can develop a retirement roadmap that is unique to you and can be a great step towards protecting your future. For assistance in making these decisions or to schedule a complimentary financial review with Moore’s Wealth Management, click here or call our office at 770-535-5000, where a staff-member is awaiting your call Monday through Friday, 9AM to 5PM.
Clubs AT CRESSWIND
For additional information, please visit the Cresswind website at: https://www.cresswindatll.com/clubs/.
Arts and Crafts Clubs
Advanced Pottery
Artist’s Corner
Make & Take Crafts
Needlecraft
Quilting
Book Clubs
1st Tuesday Book Club
2nd Monday Book Club
3rd Monday Book Club
ABC Men’s Book Club
Between the Stacks
Book Babes
Book Buds
Book Worms
Cover to Cover Book Club
Reading Between the Wines
Theatre Goers Book Club
Cards / Games
Bridge: Education: Computer
Bridge: Education: Cards
Bridge: Duplicate
Bridge: Friday Rubber Bridge
Chess Club
Hand and Foot Canasta
Ladies Bunco
Ladies Texas Hold ‘Em
Mah Jongg
Mexican Train Club
Mixed Card Club
Pinochle Club
Pokeno
Poker Club
Poker, Ladies
Poker, Straight Flush
Rummikub
Samba Card Group
Dance Clubs
Ballet
Clogging, Beginner/Intermediate
Hula Dance Club
Line Dance, Cardio
Line Dance, Traditional
Performing Arts Clubs
Cresswind Community Chorus
Cresswind Performing Arts Club
Cresswind Neighborhood Theater
Karaoke Club
Liar’s Club
Neighborhood Bands
Performing Arts Technical Team
Small Bands
Storytellers Club
Ukulele Club
Variety Show Club
Religious and Bible Study Clubs
Couples Small Group
Men’s Bible Study
Shalom Club
The Way Bible Study
Women’s Bible Study
Specialty Interest Clubs
Bourbon Cabinet Club
Brewskies
Caregivers Coming Together
Community Flag Club
Community Garden Club
Cooking Club
Cresswind LL Community Fund
Cresswind Missions Club
Dinner Club
Great Decisions
Investment Club: CIC
Investment Club: The Falls
Living Stylishly
Parkinson’s Support Group
Model Railroad Club
Scotch Lovers At Cresswind(SLAC)
Seniors Mentoring Students
Shaken Not Stirred Martini Club
Social Singles
The Bourbon Club
Travel Club
Twisted Tequilla Club
Veterans Club (501(c)3)
Volunteer Connection
Wine Tasting
Women With A Twist Martini Club
Sports and Games Clubs
Billiards: Ladies
Billiards: Men’s
Bowling League
CLL Kayak Club
CLL Tennis Club
Cresswind Hiking Club
Cresswind Ping Pong Club
Dine & Nine Club
Fishing Club
Golf: Men
Golf: Women
Pickleball Club
Sports & Games
Tai Chi: Advanced
Tai Chi: For Everyone
See Cresswind Website for details.
Expert Breast Care
Early detection and state-of-the-art treatment remain our best strategies for ghting breast cancer. At Longstreet Clinic our re-imagined breast health program combines advanced and precise technology with one of the most experienced multi-specialty breast teams in the area, including radiologists, surgeons and oncologists.
With that in mind, Dr. Geary Bush, Dr. Pricilla Strom, and Kristi Grabill, FNP-C are pleased to welcome the newest breast and general surgeon to Longstreet Clinic and the Breast Center program, Dr. Mary Read.
From start to nish, our comprehensive approach provides seamless breast care all under one roof and with one focus - beating breast cancer.
VOLUME 2 OF “OUR CRESSWIND HERITAGE” SERIES FOR SALE SOON!
According to the Oxford Dictionary, heritage is something that is passed from one generation to the next, something that is conserved or inherited, and something that has historic or cultural value. What better way to describe the story of the events and milestones that took place in Cresswind’s yesteryears!
In keeping with the ongoing effort to make known the history of Cresswind, Our Cresswind Heritage Workgroup is set to release Volume 2 of Our Cresswind Heritage, covering the years 2010 through 2014. (You’re in luck, a few copies of Volume 1 are still available, covering 2005-2009.) Some of the Workgroup’s members were early residents of Cresswind, or even of Seasons on Lake Lanier prior to Kolter’s involvement, and were first-hand witnesses during the time-altering years of the development’s first decade.
Time-altering years! Hyperbole, you say? Again, we say – time-altering years. The proof is in Our
Cresswind Heritage, Volume 1 and Volume 2. Toward the end of the bankruptcy years, Cresswind, not yet sporting that name, could have become just another same-ole, same-ole collection of houses where people live next-door but apart from each other.
Instead, look at what has evolved! Cresswind is such an awesome community in which neighbors actually get involved with other neighbors – voluntarily. But we’ll let the books provide the details of our spirited yesteryears. Since history is the sharing of ideas, we want to share Our Cresswind Heritage with you!
Look for Volume 2 sales to kick off at the Our Cresswind Heritage session sponsored by the Education Committee on October 16th at 3:30 pm in the Ballroom. The 72-page hardcover book will cost $20. Where else can you get a feel-good bargain like that?
HEALTH CLASS CALENDAR
8:30 AM
9:00 AM
8:30-9:30AM Water Aerobics with Patricia
9-9:55AM $ Yoga with Sharon 9-10AM Water Aerobics with Stacey
8:30-9:30AM Water Aerobics with Patricia
9:45am-10:45am $ Gentle Yoga w/Sharon 9-9:55AM $ Yoga with Sharon 9-10AM Water Aerobics with Stacey
8:30-9:30AM Water Aerobics with Patricia
9:45am-10:45am $ Gentle Yoga w/Sharon 9-9:55AM $ Yoga with Sharon
10:00 AM
11:00 AM
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
2:00 PM
3:00 PM
4:00 PM
10:15am-11:15am
Low Impact Aerobics DVD with Maureen 10-11AM Strength and Stretch DVD Class with Steve and Kathy
12-1PM $ Adult Ballet w/Cheryl
1:15-2:15PM $ Tai Chi for Everyone with Cheryl
2:30-3:30PM $ Advanced Tai Chi with Cheryl
10:15am-11:15am Low Impact Aerobics DVD with Maureen 10-11AM Strength and Stretch DVD Class with Steve and Kathy
10:15am-11:15am
Low Impact Aerobics DVD with Maureen
11:10-12:10PM Strength w/Wendy W 11:10-12:10PM Strength w/Wendy W 11:30AM-12:30PM Pilates with Karin
2-3PM Traditional Line Dance with Eleanor 2-3PM
Traditional Line Dance with Eleanor
3:00-4:00PM Intro to Line Dance Cardio Training Class 2:30-3:30PM Hula Dance
4:00-5:00PM Pilates with Karin 4:00-5:00PM Line Dance Cardio
6:30 PM 6:30-8:00PM Line Dance Cardio Lanier Room Georgia Room Indoor Pool
4:00-5:00PM Line Dance Cardio
BIBLE STUDY CLUBS
Submitted by: Dave Dittmeier
Why study God’s Word? Could you list a dozen reasons for making God’s inspired Word the focus of your daily meditation?
You could if you were the author of Psalm 119. The wonders of God’s Word fill the 176 verses of this Psalm – the longest song and chapter in the Bible. The motivation for studying the Bible should never be solely a what’s-in-it-forme? mentality. An understanding of the benefits you will enjoy from a daily time in God’s Word can only encourage you to spend more time mastering, and being mastered by, the book of Books.
Psalm 119 resembles a treasure chest of benefits. For every eight verses, you can discover one benefit. For example, in verses 1-8 following God’s Word spares the believer from shame; in verses 9-16, obedience to God’s Word purifies the believer. (source: The NIV Daily Walk Bible)
If you feel led to learn more about the Bible or to study the Bible on a regular basis, there are many opportunities here in Cresswind.
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY
Meets Thursdays from 4-5pm in the Savannah Room or the Arts & Crafts Room. The first Thursday of the month is devoted to Intercessory Prayer
Diane Denniston DianeDenniston222@gmail.com
Jami Dittmeier SJDittmeier@gmail.com
MEN’S BIBLE STUDY
Meets Fridays from 10-11am in the Georgia Room. They begin with a time of prayer from 9:30-10:00.
Dave Dittmeier DaDittmeier@gmail.com
COUPLES BIBLE STUDY
Meet in private homes throughout the community. Joanne Randall joran1088@gmail.com
PROPHETIC WORD STUDY
A discussion of current events in light of prophetic scriptures.
Mike Caton mwcbruin@gmail.com
“For the word of God is alive and active…” (Heb 4:12 NIV)
BOOK CLUBS
ABC MEN’S BOOK CLUB
Meets the third Wednesday of each month at 1:00pm in
the clubhouse library. We only read and discuss non-fiction books. The ABC Book Club is open to any Cresswind male who may be interested in reading and discussing non-fiction books. More info contact Dave Dittmeier DaDittmeier@ gmail.com. (PS> ABC stands for Annuitants, Bibliophiles and Curmudgeons).
BOOK BUDS BOOK CLUB
Meets the first Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm. There are no meetings for the months of January and July. We meet in the homes of our members. Please contact Zona Buchen zbuchen51@charter.net.
WHAT’S YOUR BOURBON IQ?
Submitted by: Bill Bohn
“The Bourbon Spirits Market was valued at USD 8.4 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.2% from 2024 to 2033. The main reasons bourbon spirits are well-liked by customers are their high alcohol-by-volume (ABV) and opulent appeal. Because of the growing trend of sociability in society, consumers are looking for high-quality items that offer enjoyable drinking experiences.” This is the opening statement for a market analysis of the bourbon industry that serves as a basis for the formation of not just one bourbon tasting club at Cresswind – but two!
The Bourbon Club and the Bourbon Cabinet Club attempt to take advantage of the diversity of bourbon available today. Small batch, barrel select, double barreled, barrel proof. High rye, 4 -grain. Bourbon from Washington State, New York, Kentucky – even bourbon made in Georgia. There is a lot to explore and to increase one’s Bourbon IQ.
But more importantly each tasting meeting is a good way to wrap up another busy day at Cresswind! A good example was the meeting in June when both clubs joined for a potluck of food and bourbon on the back patio. If you would like to join either club, please contact Gene Bramblett or Bill Bohn. Cheers!
BOWLING CLUB
Submitted by Paul Capal
The Cresswind Bowling Club completed their summer session on July 31st and held their 2024/25 kickoff meeting on August 14th in the clubhouse ballroom. At the August 14th meeting we formalized the teams for the coming 2024/25 season. The 2024/25 season began on Wednesday, September 4th at 10:00am at Stars and Stikes in Buford.
If you were unable to attend the August 14th meeting and would still like to bowl in the upcoming season, there is still time. You can either form your own team, join an existing team or be
WHAT’S HAPPENING
added to the sub list, just contact any of the board members. If you have not bowled in years, no need to worry, we are a fully handicapped, unsanctioned league. Information, league rules and all board member’s contact information can be found on the Cresswindatll.com website under clubs.
CRESSWIND INVESTMENT CLUB (CIC)
Submitted By: Louise Dunn
Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes are in the air. Temperatures are cooling and days are shorter. The colors in our neighborhood shift from greens to reds, oranges, and yellows.
Changes are also ongoing in the stock market. The longawaited interest rate reduction influences the volatility and tempo of the market. Although the market continues to show increases in earnings, profitability and growth are slowing.
Many of us struggle with questions about how to maintain and promote income growth. Cresswind Investment Club (CIC) members share their expertise in making informed decisions about investments through monthly presentations. All CIC members take part in offering suggestions for stocks and in voting on stocks for the club. Club membership is limited to 30. A wait list is available for interested residents if there are no openings.
You are welcome to visit the CIC Investment Club to sit in on our discussions about seasonal opportunities with stocks. Meetings are the first Monday of the month at 1:00 p.m. in the clubhouse kitchen. Contact Jack George jgeorge263@gmail. com or Rich Lynt richardklynt3@gmail.com if you would like to attend.
COMMUNITY FLAG CLUB
Submitted by: Rob Plawecki
The tradition of placing the American Flag in front of each home goes back to 2008 when Cresswind was then called Seasons on Lake Lanier, a Levitt and Sons community. A resident and veteran, John Burkhart, came up with the idea and gathered some American Flags and volunteers and started placing flags. We don’t know the exact year but think this was 2007 or 2008. As Seasons on Lake Lanier became Cresswind and expanded, John continued to gather new volunteers and received private donations from residents as well as the HOA to purchase flags. The Community Flag Club continued as a separate entity.
In about 2016 John was having some health issues so Randy Garcia stepped up to continue the tradition. Later Doug Geganto took over and expanded the operation to include flags placed along streets where no homes existed.
This expanded the numbers of flags placed each holiday from about 1000 to 1500. The club continued as a separate entity.
In August of 2023 Doug moved to South Carolina to be close to his grandchildren. It was then that Mark Nestle and Joyce and Rob Plawecki took over the reins.
In June of this year it was proposed that the Flag Club become part of the Veterans Club. The Veterans Club Board of Directors approved this proposal, and the Community Flag Club is now a subcommittee of the Veterans Club. We see this as a positive change that will keep this incredible tradition alive long into the future.
We want to thank Barb Langhans, Kevin Clevenger & Joanne Shufelt, and Fred and Micky Irvin for their generous donation to the Community Flag Club.
COMMUNITY GARDEN CLUB
Submitted by: Lance Haney
Many people get excited about planting new plants in the spring…but the best time to plant perennials (plants that come back each year) is the FALL! Trees, shrubs and any perennial flowers or leafy plants should be planted in the FALL. This gives the plants all fall and winter to grow their root systems and acclimate to the soil. When the hot weather of summer hits, plants that were transplanted in the fall are ready-to-go and already established, so they have a much higher rate of survival.
And speaking of new plants, here are two great sources for you, so mark your calendars:
• Community Garden Fall Plant Sale - Order by Saturday, 10/12. Pick-up on Friday, 10/18, 1pm-3pm.
• Hall County Master Gardeners Fall Garden ExpoFriday, 9/27 and Saturday, 9/28, 8am-4pm.
Our Annual Community Garden Fall Open House will be on Sunday, October 27th, 5pm-7pm. Come enjoy the garden, live music and refreshments with your friends and neighbors! Residents, clubs, committees and grandkids are invited to design scarecrows for the Annual Scarecrow Contest. Entries will be on display in the garden Sunday, October 20th through Friday, November 1st. Winners and prizes will be awarded at the Fall Open House!
Get Cresswind Community Garden Club news and helpful tips for home gardening also, become a Friend-of-the-Garden It’s free. You can volunteer, donate and be invited to take part in all Garden Club activities and events. Just email us at cresswind.garden.club@gmail.com to be added to the contact list. Want to rent a garden box at the Community Garden? Contact Susan Dodd at susan8405@comcast.net to get
on the waiting list. Join us on Facebook at Cresswind at LL Community Garden.
CRESSWIND COMMUNITY CHORUS
10TH ANNIVERSARY HOLIDAY SHOW
Submitted by: Chuck Bridwell
It’s been 10 years since the idea of a Chorus at Cresswind was suggested by Debbie Bridwell to Chuck, a long-time choir director. It seemed like a good idea, and it turned out to be a great idea.
The Cresswind Community Chorus has now been presenting concerts twice a year in our community. There have been Spring Music Spectaculars and Holiday Music Celebrations since the spring of 2015.
For this coming 10th Anniversary holiday show, the Chorus is going to be singing the top seasonal songs we have sung since our beginning. The dates of this year’s Holiday Music Celebration are December 5-7.
Included in this year’s show will be “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year”, “Sleighride”, “We Need a Little Christmas”, “A Song for Hannukah”, “White Christmas”, “Mary, Did You Know”, “Jingle Bell Rock”, “Carol of the Bells”, “I’ll Be Home for Christmas”, “O Holy Night”, and many more.
In addition to Chorus, you will hear from the Ladies’ Chorus, Men’s Chorus, Cresswind Chorale, Three’s a Charm trio, Schrader duet, the UpChucks, and the Silent Monks as well as other special features.
Chorus begins rehearsals on Monday, September 9th at 3:00pm in the ballroom. New members are always welcomed and there is no audition.
CALLING ALL STORYTELLERS AND LISTENERS
The art of storytelling has evolved over the millennia as human language, communications and technology have changed, allowing storytelling to become documented and preserved for future generations. Books, theatre, religions, educational institutions, family histories… all include different forms of storytelling.
Residents of our wonderful neighborhood get together to share their stories. The guiding theme for July was “Breaking the Rules”. Think about a time when you broke the rules or someone you know broke the rules—WHAT HAPPENED? Every month has a guiding theme, but you can tell any story you would like to.
Come to the Next Cresswind Storyteller’s meeting on the Third Thursday of each month at 3:00pm in the Ballroom. You
can tell a story or just come listen – you will enjoy it and have fun!
SAVE THE DATE
Also, every year the Cresswind Storytellers present a Showcase of stories for all to enjoy. Please save the date for the October 24-25, 2024, Storytelling Showcase – Once Upon a Time VI. www.cresswindpa.com/storytelling
CRESSWIND NEIGHBORHOOD THEATRE
Submitted by: Rich St George
The Cresswind Neighborhood Theatre is deep into rehearsals for their fall show ALWAYS, PATSY CLINE. The show is based on the true story of Patsy Cline’s friendship with Houston housewife Louise Seger. Having first heard Cline on the “Arthur Godfrey Show” in 1957, Seger became an immediate and avid fan of Cline’s, and she constantly hounded the local disc jockey to play Cline’s records on the radio. In 1961 when Cline went to Houston for a show, Seger and her buddies arrived about an hour-and-a-half early and, by coincidence, met Cline who was traveling alone. The two women struck up a friendship that was to culminate in Cline spending the night at Seger’s house -a friendship that lasted a lifetime. Louise not only takes us back to the days of her introduction to all things Patsy Cline, but we hear the actual songs sung live to include Back In Babys Arms, Walkin’ After Midnight, Blue Moon of Kentucky and dozens more. Yes, even Crazy.
Our show stars Lisa Phifer as Patsy Cline and Julie Edmondson as Louise Seger. Show dates will be November 13-16 at 7PM in the ballroom. Tickets go on sale October 14 at 8am. This is a CPAC show so you will need to go to our website to purchase your tickets at www.cresswindpa.com/upcomingevents. If you have any questions, we can be reached at cresswindtheatre@gmail.com. See you at the show!
VARIETY SHOW
Submitted by: Nancy Evans
Well, SOCK IT TO ME, it’s time to get your GROOVE on and join your friends and neighbors for the most unique Variety Show we’ve had in 11 years!!!! This year’s show is a Laugh In theme complete with the famous Joke Wall and lots of 60’s music! We invite you to dress in your favorite 60’s clothes and GET DOWN with us!!! Mark these dates--Thursday, September 19 and Friday, September 20 at 7:00 pm in the Ballroom. Tickets are $15 and may be purchased on the following website: cresswindpa.com/upcomingevents. Tickets will go on sale August 19th.
WHAT’S HAPPENING
CREATIVE SPACES
Submitted by: Diana Thurmon
This year’s CREATIVE SPACES event will take place on Friday, October 4 and Saturday, October 5th. Our fourth annual presentation of creativity in the homes of our local artists and craftsmen will take place from 10:00am until 3:00pm each day. Much to see and prizes to be won. This year will feature many of our recognized participants along with a couple of new faces. Always a fun time to see what is new in the world of Cresswind art! Look for our signs and balloons AND list of homes in the Daily.
CRESSWIND MODEL RAILROAD CLUB
Submitted by: Brian Olson
The Cresswind Model Railroad Club had great fun taking part in the Grandparents Weekend. As you can see, kids of all ages love to watch model trains in action.
Setting up the layout is no small task; each section has to be transported to and from the clubhouse and then connected together. Very carefully. But for our club members, it is well worth the effort seeing all the smiles! Model Railroading is a fun hobby and we’re always happy to share in the operating fun. We’ll see you next time!
DINNER CLUB
Submitted By: Karen Silverthorn – Coordinator
Interested in Cresswind’s Dinner Club? We are now planning for the season’s opening dinner on Saturday, October 5th. If you like to cook, then think about giving Dinner Club a try! Our group is a wonderful way to get to know neighbors over a great gourmet meal.
Anyone can join the Dinner Club at any time of the year. “Joining” just means that your name will be added to the evite list. By being on the membership list, you will receive notice of each event in advance and decide if you wish to attend. There are no annual fees or commitment to attend any of the scheduled dinners.
Members gather four times a year in different Cresswind homes to enjoy delicious multi-course meals with paired wines. All menu and recipes are preset and emailed to participants in advance of each dinner. There are always a total of 4 couples/pairs at each host home on the same night, all using the same recipes and making the same courses. Singles are welcome provided they find another single to pair with. Each couple/pair is assigned part of the meal to shop for and prepare. Dinner Club is a great way
to meet new people and cook with different ingredients! All food and beverage costs (average $55 - $75 per pair/ couple) are shared equally among participants at each house at the end of the meal. If you are interested in joining the Dinner Club or reviewing the guidelines, email the coordinator directly - Karen Silverthorn, silk3349@charter. net.
Our mission is a simple one - to enjoy a delicious gourmet meal while meeting new neighbors around an elegant dinner table. Every meal is an adventure!
CRESSWIND FISHING CLUB
Submitted By: John Kelley
If fishing is on your mind, time to get on the lake and try out those top water lures - nothing better than watching the water blow up on your lure. It always brings a smile to your face. Ginger with a nice spotted bass - Cresswind Cove.
HULA CLUB UPDATE
Submitted by: Mary McDonald
We have experienced a recent time and venue change to accommodate the dancers’ schedules and competing room requests. The Hula Club is now meeting in the Lanier room on Wednesdays from 3:15 to 4:15. See you there. Aloha!
LIVING STYLISHLY CLUB
Submitted by: Debbie Cox
Living Stylishly had over 100 ladies to attend the Station 300 bowling event. A great time was had by all! The girls were put in teams to bowl and were able to meet new neighbors and mingle. We had prizes for the top 4 teams. Station 300 provided a buffet and beverages. This event will definitely be held again next year.
Put September 4th on your calendar, our popular fashion show with Dillard’s is sure to be a fun day. November 19th will be our end of year meeting in the ballroom.
MEXICAN TRAIN
Submitted by: Mary Ann Hoyle
Are you ready to spend a fun evening meeting your Cresswind neighbors? Come join the Mexican Train domino players. Never played before. No problem, we will teach you. No sign ups, just show up and join a table of 4-6 players. We play about 8-10 games, and the winner of each game gets a quarter from each player! You won’t get rich, but you won’t lose much either. We play the 2nd Thursday of each month
in the Crow’s Nest from 7-9pm. All residents are welcome, singles or couples! We’d love to meet you. So, gather your quarters and join the fun! Put it on your calendar now! Feel free to contact me if you have questions, mam44p@yahoo. com. See you there!
MISSIONS CLUB
Submitted by: Julie Philpott
October 13 we will have a General meeting and Ice Cream Social at the clubhouse. We look forward to the fellowship with our members and greeting new members. Please stay tuned for more details by email. Membership to the club is free. Please contact missions.club.cll@gmail.com to become a member and be included in receiving emails with club event information.
PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP (PSG)
Submitted by: Delores Diaz
The Parkinson’s Support Group (PSG) is a valuable resource for residents who have Parkinson’s or other movement disorders. On alternate months, we invite guest speakers who are experts on a wide range of topics, such as medications, treatments, balance, and therapy. On the other months, we meet informally to share resources and discuss relevant issues. Equally important to these educational aspects of the group are the social aspects, being among others who share the same physical and emotional challenges that come with Parkinson’s. The Parkinson’s Support Group meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 1:00 pm in the ballroom. Contact Pete Lyons for more information.
In addition to the main PSG, we have created a subgroup especially for caregivers. The purpose of the Caregivers Group is to provide an opportunity for caregivers to share their thoughts and experiences, have a social outlet, and enjoy some time off from the responsibilities of being a full-time caregiver. This group meets monthly on the third Thursday at 2:00 pm at a predetermined location, such as a restaurant, a park, or the clubhouse. Anyone who is a caregiver is welcome to join us. Contact Linda Burgess for more information.
If you or a member of your family are dealing with the challenges of Parkinson’s or other mobility disorder, please join us for either or both of these group meetings.
CRESSWIND PICKLEBALL CLUB NEWS
Submitted By: Cassie Caton
It’s September y’all! This year has flown by and our pickleball members have had many events to participate in over the summer in addition to our daily open play. Your Pickleball Club Board makes it their goal to provide the Cresswind community with lots of opportunities to play this amazing game. Mark your calendars for these events:
…. September is the last month of mixed level Round Robins led by Jim Snell. We will celebrate this 6-month event with an awards banquet and potluck dinner in the ballroom on October 9th.
…September 13-14 is The Cresswind Cup, a 2-day even held at Cresswind Twin Lakes and hosted by Kolter Homes. Cresswind communities throughout the southeast send teams to compete. Consider coming out to watch
and cheer on our team even if you are not playing in the tournament.
… September 28th is The Annual Reed Financial Tournament. This is always a very popular event that gives our members a chance to experience a competitive and fun tournament. No pressure here! Our club thanks Reed Financial for sponsoring this annual event and banquet. The banquet will be held in the Cresswind ballroom, followed by a UGA/Alabama viewing party in the Crow’s Nest and Billard’s room!
…October 18–20 – Mark Price, pro pickleball coach returns to Cresswind for his second pro-camp. Follow him on IG at www.markpricepickleball.com. Come experience this incredible 3-day Pickleball Camp with PPA Pro Mark Price and his team of coaches. Mark travels the world coaching pickleball… and he’s coming to Cresswind! The advantages of taking a pro-camp are numerous. You’ll receive one on one instruction and analysis of your game, strategy, correct techniques, honing your skill sets on dinking, ground strokes, drives, shot selection, third shot drops, court movement and positioning, repetitive drills, defense, attacking, block volley, etc. There will be a maximum of 24 players in each of the two skill levels. For more information and to sign up for the camp, go to www. markpricepickleball.com and scroll down to “Discover Signature Camps” to sign up and or go to Cresswind at LL Pickleball Facebook page and/or our webpage at www. cresswindpickleball.com.
In other pickleball club news, our three ALTA teams finished up the hot summer season. The next season offered by ALTA is Winter of 2025. This fall Jim Snell will offer another Novice Clinic and Sep Khameneh will lead drills for advanced and intermediate players. In November the Pickleball Club will hold elections for new board members. Watch emails and notices for more information on the board elections.
Our club membership is approaching 325! To join the club, visit www.cresswindpickleball.com or drop a check for $10 in the club box in the clubhouse. Follow all things pickleball on our Facebook page. On a fun note, even Chick-fil-A is getting into the game by sponsoring tournaments with a scrumptious grand prize of free Chickfil-A for a year! See you on the courts!
CRESSWIND PING PONG CLUB
Submitted By: Gregg Pike
The Cresswind Ping Pong Club continues Open Play on Tuesday’s from 3:00-6:00pm and Thursday’s from 3:005:30pm in the Lanier Room. We also have a time slot on Monday’s from 7:00-8:00pm for people who still work. Everyone is invited to come try your hand at Ping Pong. There are no fees required to become a member of the Ping Pong Club. Tables are stored in the Lanier Room and paddles and balls are kept in the back closet in a storage bin. Look for announcements about upcoming events such as instructional clinics and drop-in tournaments. Contact Gregg Pike pikesrus@gmail.com or Kim Miller for information or questions about the Ping Pong Club.
WHAT’S HAPPENING
POKER CLUB
Submitted by: Jerry Worlock
POKER CLUB....like playing, don’t like “Dealing” then this club is for you. We have dealers for each game we play on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 6 to 9 pm at the end of the gym. For more information contact jerryworlock@gmail.com.
RUMMIKUB CLUB
Submitted by Laura Martin
All residents are invited to come play RUMMIKUB every Friday at 12:30 pm in the Crow’s Nest. Rummikub is an easy tile game based on the card game Rummy. If you know how to play Rummy or Gin Rummy, you’re halfway there. Don’t worry if you don’t know how to play because we are happy to teach you! So, come join us for a couple hours of fun and socialize with your neighbors!
SAMBA CARD GAME
Submitted by: Mary Ann Hoyle
We’ve been having fun playing Samba every Friday in the Billiards Room at 12:30 pm. If you enjoy playing cards in a relaxed social atmosphere, or have always wanted to learn, we want you! It’s a Canasta game similar to Hand & Foot. You can join in or watch and learn. All players are willing teachers. We usually finish up around 3:00 pm. All residents are welcome, singles and couples. No sign ups, just please arrive a few minutes before 12:30 pm to meet and greet. Put us on your calendar now! Feel free to contact me if you have questions, mam44p@yahoo.com. See you there!
SCOTCH LOVERS AT CRESSWIND (SLAC)NEWS & UPDATES
Submitted By: John Stevens
The traditional Scottish toast is “Slainte Mhath” (pronounced SLAN-chuh Vah), which loosely translated means “good health among friends”.
DID YOU KNOW…that in addition to expanding SLAC members’ taste experience and knowledge of various single malt whiskies, the foundation of SLAC is about promoting friendship and comradery among members. Sampling a ‘good’ Scotch while chatting casually with others, sharing laughs, and hearing stories about past adventures (…some true…and some not), almost recreates in our Crow’s Nest the ambience of a small, rural Scottish pub where folks gather to
sip good scotch, toast whoever (or whatever needs ‘toasting’), and share the ‘gift’ of fellowship.
Scotch Lovers at Cresswind (SLAC) has been a CLL club since 2014, and now has more than 75 members. Three (3) SLAC groups have their own monthly evening meeting. Each SLAC group is limited to 26 members because that is the number of pre-measured individual ‘pours’ available from each 750 ml bottle of Scotch, allowing a maximum of 26 “tastes”. While there is currently room for a few new SLAC members, a 4th SLAC group could easily be started if there were enough interest. Contact John Stevens, 2023 SLAC Club Chair (and President of SLAC II), or Ed Pallo (President of SLAC I) or Bill Pearce (President of SLAC III) to learn more.
NEW CLUB: SENIORS MENTORING STUDENTS
Submitted by: Pam Papciak
Cresswind mentors have served K-12 students in Gainesville and Hall County Schools for over a decade and have just become a club. There are no yearly dues or monthly meetings. Club status allows for more flexibility in scheduling meetings when needed and for Cresswind new mentor training sessions.
Mentors are volunteers who provide students with guidance, support, and encouragement. Mentors assist in finding positive and effective ways to help their mentees grow and develop.
At our July Information Social, Cresswind mentors explained what a mentor does, how to become a mentor, and why we love being one. You choose the grade level you prefer to work with and the day and time that is convenient. The commitment is about 30-40 minutes weekly with their student. If you are interested in becoming a mentor, please contact Pam Papciak pamppck@aol.com for information on the mentor process.
SHALOM CLUB
Submitted by: Miriam Rosenberg
The Shalom Club is having a “Ring in the New Year” happy hour on Wednesday, October 9th at 5-7 PM to celebrate the Jewish New Year 5784. We hope to be in the outdoor pavilion behind the Clubhouse, weather permitting. At the Jewish New Year, we wish all of our Cresswind neighbors a very Healthy and Happy New Year!
Rosh Hashanah, the New Year, will be observed this year on Thursday, October 3rd and Friday, October 4th. Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, is celebrated on Saturday,
October 11th. Local service attendance is available at Deaton Creek Shalom Club for all days. Shalom B’harim Synagogue in Gainesville will have services the morning of October 3rd, the evening of Friday, October 10th for Kol Nidre and in the morning on Saturday, October 11th. Services times will be shared closer to the holidays.
Our amazing planning committee had a productive meeting in July. Mark your calendar for our events we have planned for the year: Hanukah party, December 29th; Hamantaschen making February 9th, Group get together March 26th, Passover program April 6th & 7th, and Shavuot Brunch June 8th. Plan to join us and thanks to the committee for input and ideas always!
We want to take a moment to thank our Cresswind neighbors for all their kind and encouraging words. We ask everyone to continue to pray for Peace in Israel and the release of the Hostages.
If you are interested in helping or would like more information about the Shalom Club or High Holiday services, reach out to Miriam Rosenberg (grammycooks716@ gmail.com) 954-501-9249 or Karen Walters (karsuew@gmail.com) 301-461-1900.
CRESSWIND SOCIAL SINGLES CLUB
Submitted by: Barbara Hillick
Does the Cresswind Social Singles Club like parties, game nights, lunches and so much more? You will always find us ready!
Nancy Gladwell is the charity leader for the Social Singles. Good Samaritan requested help with personal care items such as shampoo, body wash, etc. Expanding the donation drive to include everyone in the community was discussed and given the green light. Nancy took the proposal to the HOA, and they quickly gave their approval. THANK YOU CRESSWIND for filling up the containers in the clubhouse and the Singles who volunteered their time. Good Samaritan also sends thanks to everyone at Cresswind.
Due to a monsoon on a previously scheduled miniature golf day, the intrepid Singles tried again. It could be a little difficult trying to decide if we all were playing putt putt. Sometimes the game looked like polo as balls left their appointed green and went flying into the woods. Others were obviously into hiking and playing “hide and seek” as they tried to find their ball. Water polo? A little of that too! There were professional golfers who brought their own putters and sported holes in 1. Most people talked their way around the course and decided that a par 5 hole was just a “suggestion”. Quiet when people are putting? We laughed at that!! The reward for finishing our game was pizza and ice cream.
If you saw pink flamingos by the clubhouse entrance and a lot of people dressed in pink, you hadn’t been drinking too much. Social Singles thought it was very important to celebrate the day that pink flamingos were born in Leominster, MA! Pink everything rounded out the evening from food, costumes, decorations and even games. Any reason to have a good time…. Cheryl Thompson won best costume. For those of you who know how creative she is, are you surprised?
Of course, we wanted you to be able to see the Social Singles golf cart for the 4th of July. Members worked diligently preparing the cart while a great deal of talking and planning happened. The decorating committee was even smart enough to make sure the pinwheels were low enough and Uncle Sam (riding his rocket) was deflated before the cart left the hanger! Having Uncle Sam splatted on a garage door would have been a difficult image to erase. Tune in for next year’s cart!
We hope you will join Social Singles so you can see all the fun you’re missing. Please access the link for Social Singles on the Cresswind website and share your contact information. Someone from Social Singles will reach out to you. We look forward to meeting you!
SPORTS AND GAMES CLUB
Submitted by: Dan Skeel
Sports and Games held their Summer Bingo on July 23rd at 7:00PM. As always it was another fun filled evening with fabulous prizes and snacks. We had restaurant gift cards for Bingo winners and raffle drawings for the fabulous prizes. We had a Grand Prize drawing for a restaurant gift card. Jeff Sulka of Edwards Jones supplied ice cream treats at the break.
We had only held one Bingo this year since several other groups are holding their own Bingo games. Pickleball Club held their White Elephant Bingo in January, and the Missions group support Helping Hands of Hall County held their Bingo in March. Look for future Bingo games by Specific clubs.
STRAIGHT FLUSH POKER CLUB
Submitted by: Dave Dittmeier
Interested in playing some poker and a time of fellowship? The Straight Flush Poker Club plays a variety of poker games Tuesday evenings from 6-9pm in the billiards area of the clubhouse. Both female and males are welcome to play. For more information contact Dave Wilson wils23@me.com Or Dave Dittmeier DaDittmeier@gmail.com
TENNIS CLUB
Submitted by: Jane Erkes
Summer came with the typical Georgia heat. Leagues will start back up in the fall, but neighborhood play continued through the heat.
Men’s USTA and Silverball leagues will continue in the fall. Contact Dan Skeels at dan.skeels@hotmail.com for Silverball or Bill Papciak at billpapciak@gmail.com or John Ulam at john.ulam@yahoo.com for interest in USTA.
The men’s Wednesday evening 6 pm doubles, led by Roger Otto raotto1@yahoo.com, will continue to be active into the fall. The women’s round robin play on Thursday also continues. Judy Mota can help with questions jandjmota@msn.com.
Robert Ruhala continues to lead the effort to encourage more men and women, novice to intermediate players, and those returning to tennis, to join in open play. Robert can be reached at r_ruhala@yahoo.com or 770296-7969 for questions or suggestions and ideas.
A “Breakfast at Wimbledon” watch party was held for the Wimbledon Men’s Final in the Crow’s Nest. A good group attended and enjoyed watching the match and the great snacks. A watch party for the US Open will be held in September.
The Cresswind Tennis Clinics continued in the rain and heat on two Saturday’s and one weekday each month. Monthly schedules are emailed
to all Tennis Club members and promoted in the Daily Update for the entire community. This is the seventh year Free Tennis Clinics have been offered at Cresswind. Instructors are Cresswind residents, experienced - competitive players (Bill Papciak, John Ulam, Jeff Agnew, Nancy Stockwell, Danny Brown, Gordon Watts). Three levels of play and instruction are provided at each clinic: Level 1. Rusty Returnees/ Beginners, 2. Intermediate, 3. More Advanced. Information is always on the Tennis Club website for the monthly schedule, check your email or contact Bill Papciak billpapciak@gmail. com.
The Tennis Club will be looking for new Board Members for the coming term. Consider working with this great group of tennis devotees. Reach out Danny Brown, our president, dannybrown58@comcast.net to get involved.
For more information or questions about Tennis Club events, be sure to check out our website at https://cresswindll. wixsite.com/cwtennis.
COMMUNITY TRAVEL CLUB
Submitted by: Laurie Homa
WOW! What a performance! The Jersey Boys, the story of Frankie Valli, was awesome! The Byers Theatre at the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center is beautiful, and the cast sang their hearts out as we were taken back a few years with songs we remembered such as “Sherry”, “Walk Like a Man”, “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You”, and not to be forgotten “Who Wears Short Shorts”. After the show we enjoyed all you can eat pizza and salad at the Camps restaurant. Yes, there was cannoli for dessert. We will definitely keep this Theatre on the Travel Club list of let’s go back there.
August was a busy month. On August 1st at the General Meeting, we announced two new trips. Daniels Discovery Tours presented the December Trip to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee for Three nights and Four days. This trip is packed full of Lights, Shows, and everything Holiday includes the Dolly Parton Stampede and a Comedy show. Explore the lights and shows at Dollywood, see the Titanic Museum, and so much more. Contact Cathy Stout at buymecs@gmail.com for more information. The trip costs are $1295.00 per person for double occupancy and $1595.00 for single occupancy. You can also check the Travel Club website for more details.
The October 23rd trip to The Highlands was also presented on August 1st. Join us for a beautiful fall day in the mountains. A visit to the Bascom Center for the Arts, lunch, and shopping on your own. Contact Sue Garcia at Suegrcia9@gmail.com for more information.
We saw the Braves play the Phillies on August 21st. We tried seats in a different section of the stadium this year, they
are closer to the field. We will let you know how they worked out for our group. Hopefully the Cresswind Travel Club brought the Braves some luck.
Check out the Travel Club website to see if there is space available on the September 25th trip to enjoy a guided tour of the beautiful Oakland Cemetery, lunch at the Varsity, and a tour of the Breman Museum. Contact Tery Frey at teryl@ gmail.com for more information.
Your Travel Club board is looking for new board members for 2025. Please contact Laurie Homa at m2old4this@aol. com or any board member if you are interested in serving. We are happy to answer any of your questions and we welcome your support to continue planning and organizing trips for our members.
COME TRAVEL WITH US!
VOLUNTEER CONNECTION CLUB
Submitted by: Lisa Giblin
We are beginning a process to build a volunteer website. The intention is to include descriptions of Hall County volunteer opportunities for our community to consider.
• Sunshine Seniors distributes food at St Johns Baptist Church on EE Butler Pkwy every Tuesday. Please contact Belinda Dickey at bodickey973@yahoo.com. They can always use volunteers for a variety of tasks the day of the event.
• Ferst Readers volunteers attended the Family Connection’s Resilience Conference at the Butler Center. We were able to register children for the Ferst Readers program.
• The Georgia Mountain YMCA offers early learning centers for children ages birth until age five. Ferst Readers is working with their program directors to register their children. They always welcome volunteers who would like to read to children. Contact Lisa Giblin at lgiblinj@gmail.com for more information.
If you have a volunteer need you would like included in the Waterfall please contact Lisa Giblin. Once the website is completed, the opportunities can be communicated on a more frequent basis.
WOMEN’S GOLF CLUB
Submitted by: Linda Loye
The Cresswind Mimosa Mamas continued our early morning golf play and was glad to beat the heat. We have three tee times starting at 7:48 am at the Chattahoochee Golf course. We usually have 8-11 players, so if you are interested in joining us let me know. Linda Loye lmloye1@aol.com, Text 505-321-9763. Hope to see you on the course.
A Friendly Wave to a Neighbor Can Make Their Day…And Yours!
With Your Donations and Volunteer Support We Raise Funds and Grant Funds To Help Gainesville-Hall County Seniors in Need
Grants to Local Organizations Through August 1, 2024 - $80,000
Grants since Community Fund’s first year 2016 are approaching $850,000!
September Recognition of HELP ME PLEASE Volunteers!
We will celebrate the giving spirit of all HMP volunteers with a well-deserved Ballroom Dinner-Show
HMP Volunteers Raised $62,000 last year and will surpass that amount this year by Helping You - Their Cresswind Neighbors Doing Projects Every Day!
Thank You Help Me Please Volunteers for Your Amazing Giving!
Homecoming Celebration- 3rd Quarter Meeting!
Wednesday September 18th 3:00 – 4:30 in the Ballroom Business - Special Guests - Refreshments - Raffle Members & Non-Members Welcome!
The
Spirit of Cresswind
6th Annual Golf
Tournament Monday October 21st Chattahoochee Golf Club
FIRST RESPONDERS Fire-Police-Sheriff Will Get a Free Golf Day through your Donations GOLFERS Final Sign Up! NON-GOLFERS please Donate to first Responders. Go to cwcfund.org to sign up and to Donate.
