Traditions of Braselton October 2019 by The Times

The Official Newsletter of the Traditions of Braselton Community

October 2019 Vol. 6 Iss. 10

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HELPFUL NUMBERS

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Public Schools Gum Springs Elementary West Jackson Primary School West Jackson Intermediate School West Jackson Middle School Jackson County Comp. High School

706-654-5580 706-654-2243 706-654-2044 706-654-2775 706-367-5003

Private Schools Jackson Trail Christian School Lanier Christian Academy North Georgia Christian School

706-367-9418 678-828-8350 678-828-8350

Child Care & Preschools Elite Academy First Steps Childcare of Braselton Georgia Kids Academy

706-658-2343 706-658-4075 706-654-5437

College & Universities Brenau Academy & University UGA Visitors Center Georgia Perimeter College University of North Georgia

770-534-6299 706-542-0842 678-407-5000 706-398-3000

Medical Facilities Athens Regional Medical Center 706-475-7000 Northridge Medical Center 706-335-1000 Northeast Georgia Medical Center Braselton 770-848-8000 Gainesville 770-219-9000 Winder 770-867-3400 St. Mary’s Hospital 706-398-3000

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Recreational Facilities Traditions Golf Club Chateau Elan Winery Jackson County Parks & Rec Winder-Barrow Community Theatre Tanger Factory Outlets

706-363-9963 678-425-0900 706-367-6350 770-867-1679 706-335-3354

Goverment Services Jackson County Fire Department Jackson County Sheriff’s Department Jackson County Animal Control Department of Motor Vehicles Motor Vehicle Registration Tax Commissioner Voter Registration Dept. of Driver Services (Athens) Dept. of Driver Services (Gainesville) Braselton Post Office Jefferson Post Office

706-367-1911 706-367-6000 706-367-5480 706-535-6940 706-367-6320 706-367-6325 706-367-6377 706-552-4427 770-532-5308 706-654-3301 800-275-8777

Utilities/Services Jackson Electric Membership Corp. 706-367-5281 Windstream 866-445-5880 Comcast 678-859-9253 Jackson County Water/Sewer 706-367-1741 Direct TV 888-777-2454 Dish Network 800-333-3474 Country Boy Satellites 706-677-3394 Jackson EMC Security 706-367-5281 Garbage Hound Trash Service 706-658-2679 White Oak Sanitation 706-367-0628 Important Website www.traditionsofbraselton.org To advertise in Traditions, contact Leah Nelson at The Times - 770.535.6330 lnelson@gainesvilletimes.com Traditions is a publication of The Times. Subject matter published is the opinion of the author and does not necessarily reflect the opinion of the publisher of this newsletter. Professional advice should be obtained before making any decision in which a professional is readily available. Advertisers assume responsibility for the content of the ads placed in publication. Material published may not be reproduced without the written permission of The Times. The information and advertisements contained in this Newsletter are provided for the members of the Traditions of Braselton Homeowners Association as a courtesy only. No representations are made as to information presented, the quality of the goods or services advertised, or the veracity of the statements relating to the goods and services. The printing of opinions, information or advertisements does not constitute an endorsement by the Neighborhood or such opinions, information, goods or services.

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Committee Member Listing 2019 Events From the Manager Community Calendar Community News Social Committee News Hospitality Committee News Empty Nesters News from the Courts News from the Course Events Health & Fitness Paran’s Corner

Community Association Office: 401 Delaperriere Loop: 706-654-9121 Monday - Friday: 10am to 6pm · Resident Key Card replacement for $25 Please email admin@traditionsofbraselton.org

· Notary Services available for $3 Lost Pet/Animal Disturbances: For lost pets, dangerous animals and/or unclaimed pets, please contact Jackson County Animal Control at 706-367-5480 Mailbox Replacement/Repair: Brett Schwartz: 918-605-4209 Traditions Golf Club Grille: 706-363-9963 x4 Hours of Operation: Monday: 9AM-5PM Friday: 7AM-7PM Tuesday : Closed Saturday: 7AM-7PM Wednesday: 9AM-5PM Sunday: 9AM-5PM Thurday: 9AM-5PM

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Corely Mark Krug Martha R. Tipton

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COMMITTEE MEMBER LISTING Board of Directors

boardofdirectors @traditionsofbraselton.org Whit Marshall Paul Thompson Bryan Allen

Architectural Review Board

arb@traditionsofbraselton.org Hunter Bicknell (HOA Rep) David Hobbs (HOA Rep) Whit Marshall Michael Hart (Architect) Addison Wilson Bryan Allen

Finance Committee

finance @traditionsofbraselton.org Quarterly Meeting

Steve Morrell, Chair Wayne Davis Beth Grimes Donna Cowart Ralph NeSmith

Recreation Area

recreation @traditionsofbraselton.org Brett Schwartz Jerry Hohman

Communication Committee

communications @traditionsofbraselton.org Lloyd Ocampo Cindy Hohman Debbie Fratini

Tennis Committee

tenniscommittee @traditionsofbraselton.org Ginger Reeves, Chair Bret Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Steen James Livingston Margaret Peterson Tracy Woodall

Grounds Committee

grounds @traditionsofbraselton.org Meets the 3rd Thursday of the

Capital Improvements & Special Projects capitalimprovements @traditionsofbraselton.org Meets the 3rd Monday of the month from 6:30-7:30pm

David Ehrhardt, Chair Beth Grimes Kenny Whitworth William Patterson Dan Nevill Bret Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Steen Kyle Setzer

Month at 5:00 pm

Jim Barbieri, Chair David Green Steve Morrell Jerry Hohman Cheryl Domineau Lane Thompson Jane Gladden Bill Cowart

Social Committee

socialcommittee @traditionsofbraselton.org

Empty Nesters

Sheila Anderson, Chair Melissa Pilgrim Caroline Pergantus Heather Bennett Kelli Eureka Danielle Connor Ashley Cooper Annette McDonald Kelly Hannifin Deb Stone

emptynesters @traditionsofbraselton.org Beth Grimes, Chair Cheryl Morrell Janice Barbieri Mary Ann Barry Beth Eggleston Nancy Bolen Cindy Hohman Margaret Hanson Lynn Kolb Helen Parsek Karin Waters Carol Higbie

Hospitality Committee

Neighborhood Watch

Meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7pm

hospitalitycommittee @traditionsofbraselton.org Carol Higbie, Chair Kathy Buffington Donna Thompson Sheree Whigham Connie Freeman Beverly Davis Helen Parsek Sherry Green Kay Costantino Portia Ocampo Suzanne Patterson Nancy Allen

neighborhoodwatch @traditionsofbraselton.org Tom Badura Jay Cleveland Wayne Davis Cheryl & Jim Domineau Ralph NeSmith Richard & Tina Carlson Mauricio Cerri Robert Evans Michael Goodman Rich Doeding Larry Miller Sherry & Scott Davis

*Please email manager@traditionasofbraselton.org if you are interest in serving.

Traditions of Braselton Is Professionally Managed By: Community Management Associates, Inc. Management Office:

Jennifer M. Giacin, CAM 401 Delaperriere Loop Jefferson, GA 30549 706-654-9121 jgiacin@cmacommunities.com

Administrative Assistant:

Jenny Guess 401 Delaperriere Loop Jefferson, GA 30549 706-654-9121 | Fax: 706-654-9127 jguess@cmacommunities.com

Corporate office:

1465 Northside Drive, Suite 128 Atlanta, GA 30318 404-835-9100 Fax: 404-835-9200 Hours: Mon. - Fri. 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

**To guarantee availability please schedule an appointment with the Community Manager

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2019 E V E N T S: S AV E T H E D AT E

Save the Date!

PLEASE RSVP Just a reminder, Traditions has grown so much it is imperative that we do the RSVP system so the Social Committee can plan accordingly! When we use an event company to plan parties we pay per person and we must give head counts usually a week out. So, be on your toes and don’t forget to RSVP please…even for free events!

OCTOBER 6th: Hospitality Open House for New Residents at the Owners Clubhouse 11th: ARB Meeting at the Community Association Office Conference Room 12th: Community Fall Yard Sale 14th: Columbus Day 15th: Empty Nester’s Card Game at the Owners Clubhouse 16th: Social Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 17th: Ground Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 17th: Halloween Party Set Up at the Owners Clubhouse 18th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 18th: Kids Halloween Party at the Owners Clubhouse 19th: Blood Drive at the Owners Clubhouse 19th: Adult Halloween Party at the Owners Clubhouse 21st: Capital Improvements & Special Projects meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 29th: Haba/Jaba Mixer at the Owners Clubhouse 31st: Halloween Day

DECEMBER 6th: Empty Nesters Christmas Party at the Owners Clubhouse 7th: Pancakes with Santa at the Owners Clubhouse 13th: ARB Meeting at the Community Association Conference Room 14th: Golf Course Tour of Lights Event at Traditions of Braselton Golf Club 16th: Capital Improvements & Special Projects meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 17th: Empty Nester’s Card Game at the Owners Clubhouse 18th: Social Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 19th: Ground Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 20th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 24th: Christmas Eve – HOA Office Closed 25th: Christmas Day – HOA Office Closed 26th: HOA Office Closed 27th: HOA Office Closed

**Dates and times are subject to change, please check back and look for announcements**

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NOVEMBER 8th: Empty Nesters Event at the Owners Clubhouse 11th: Veterans Day 15th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 16th: Holiday Sip & Shop – TBD 18th: Quarterly Community Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse 18th: Capital Improvements & Special Projects meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 19th: Empty Nester’s Card Game at the Owners Clubhouse 20th: Social Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 21st: Ground Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 28th: Thanksgiving Day - HOA Office Closed 29th: Member for a Day at the Golf Club 29th: Black Friday - HOA Office Closed 30th: Decorate Traditions

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Rejuvenating Touch Day Spa is coming to Traditions of Braselton on Tuesdays starting in October! We located the perfect space in the small area off the yoga room that will offer privacy and tranquility for your enjoyment. Sheryl Barnes, the owner of Rejuvenating Touch, will be offering massage services by appointment. You can schedule your appointment by calling her at: 706-963-3079. We hope that you will enjoy and take advantage of this service! About Sheryl God has blessed me with so many gifts. But, if I had to pick just one thing, I love the most, it would be life. A close second would be people, but that’s simply because my world revolves around loving and caring for the people, I share my life with. In my mind strangers genuinely are just friends I haven’t met yet. Growing up in a small town in Florida, gave me an appreciation of the simple pleasures in life at an early age. I spent my formative years learning the value of family and friends, connecting with nature and the joy of giving back to my community. Whether it was the scent of flowers in the spring or the sound of the waves lapping against the beach, I could always count on nature to help me feel centered. Restoring

my natural balance holistically helped me handle the struggles that came with becoming an adult and I knew helping others feel this way was my calling in life. As an adult, my passion for helping people feel better holistically took form of a career as an Esthetician. For over a decade I’ve dedicated myself to mastering my Esthetic skills to combine my love for natural remedies and desire to care for others. 2 years ago, I’ve expanded my ability to help others by becoming a massage therapist. Today I’m the proud owner of Rejuvenating Touch Day Spa, I’m truly living my dream by helping others just like you to feel their absolute best, the natural way. My deepest wish is that you leave my spa feeling like you’ve made a new friend and are completely rejuvenated in your body, soul and mind.

STAY CONNECTED, TRADITIONS! If you have not yet done so, we encourage you to register your e-mail address with our community website. Please go to http:// www.traditionsofbraselton.org/default.aspx Click on the tab that says “Login,” and then the tab that says “Request Login.” That will take you to a brief form to be completed. Once completed and submitted, you will have access to the full Traditions of Braselton website which includes announcements, important documents, calendars, and an ongoing message board for residents. Please remember to update your contact information if you change your e-mail address or phone number. Please also check out and Like our Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Traditions-ofBraselton/656536547767097. The beautiful golf course here at Traditions of Braselton, operated by ClubCorp, can be found on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/tobgolfclub. There are several different membership options available, and membership at the golf club is another good way to meet your neighbors.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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3-5pm: Open House for New Residents Hosted by the Hospitality Committee

6-9pm:YoungLife 8-9:30am: Yoga

Columbus Day

8-9am: Kickboxing Cardio Kickboxing Class

8-9am: Kickboxing Cardio Kickboxing Class 7-10:30pm: Empty Nesterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Card Game

8-9:30am: Yoga 6:30-8:30pm: Open Bible Study

8-9:30am: Yoga 10-11am: Ladies Bible Study 6:30-8:30pm: Open Bible Study 7-8pm: Social Committee Meeting

6-9pm:YoungLife 8-9:30am: Yoga 6:30-7:30pm: Capital Improvements & Special Projects 6-9pm:YoungLife 8-9:30am: Yoga

8-9am: Kickboxing Cardio Kickboxing Class

8-9am: Kickboxing Cardio Kickboxing Class 5-7pm: Haba/ Jaba Mixer

8-9:30am: Yoga 6:30-8:30pm: Open Bible Study

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11am-6pm: Private Event

5-7pm: Grounds Committee Meeting

6-8pm: Halloween Party Set Up

2-4pm: Private Event

8-9am: Kickboxing Cardio Kickboxing Class

8am-2pm: Community Fall Yard Sale 2-8pm: Private Event

10am-12pm: ARB Meeting

9:30am-3pm: Pins & Needles Group 6:30-10:30pm: Kids Halloween Party Hosted By the Social Committee

9am-2pm: Blood Drive 7:30-11pm: Adult Halloween Party

2-8pm: Private Event

Halloween Day

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Choosing Colors & Patterns Like a Pro!

Designers are known for putting together the perfect color combinations and mixing and matching patterns in unexpected ways. Everyone wants that designer look, but is it something you can do yourself? Are designers’ just born knowing exactly what to put together? While a great designer must have a certain amount of innate talent, there are tricks of the trade that you can learn. One trick is the 60/30/10 rule. When using 3 colors or patterns, 60% should be in a solid pattern or neutral color. 30% in a medium scale pattern or 2nd color and 10% in the 3rd pattern / color. The color on your walls and floors would be considered the 60% with the furniture being 30% and accessories / artwork 10%. This 60/30/10 rule also applies to the furniture – The largest pieces, like your sofa should be in the main fabric or pattern, chairs in the 2nd choice and pillows (the smallest items) in the 3rd choice.

You are invited to sew with us at the “Pins &

You are invited to sew with us at the “Pins & Needles”. The group quilts, Needles”. The group quilts, sews, embroiders, sews, embroiders, appliqués, knits, crochets, and any other type of handwork crochets, and any other type of at the Traditions of Braselton Owner’s Clubhouse at 1665 you appliqués, enjoy. We meetknits, Traditions Way, Jefferson, GA 30549 third of the month of from handwork you enjoy. We every meet at Friday the Traditions 9:30 Braselton am to 3:00 pm. Owner’s Clubhouse at 1665 Traditions

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Another trick is to start with an inspiration piece like a rug, some fabric or a painting that you love, then build your whole room around it. Start with a basic neutral color in the background of your inspiration piece. And neutral colors don’t have to just be tan or grey; green, navy and yellow qualify. Next pick out a color you want to bring attention to. You can choose the most prominent color in the piece, or just the color you like the best! Next pick out a 3rd color that you would like to use as an accent color. Use the 60/30/10 rule on how much of each color to use. For example - neutral color on the walls, main color on the bedding, and accent color in the accessories, etc. Using the 60/30/10 rule means that you can coordinate colors and patterns in your home with confidence! When your friends and neighbors say “Wow! This looks great!” You can say “Thank you, I did it myself.” Dana Wynn is the owner of Sage Key Interiors. Located in Pendergrass and in business since 2016, Sage Key Interiors specializes in affordable home design for people of all abilities and budgets. You can contact Dana at 770-330-3693, sagekeyinteriors@gmail.com and see some of her work at sagekeyinteriors.com.

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ADJUSTMENTS TO MAKE HOME CAREGIVING EASIER

TAKE NOTE OF EVERYONE’S SPECIFIC NEEDS – Between hiring an at-home caregiver to moving your loved one into your own home, there will be specific housing needs for all residents and visitors. Take note of your loved one first. Do they require specialized care? Do they need a specialist to come by on a regular basis? Are there certain new diet restrictions? Does the home need to be made wheelchair accessible? CREATE A PLAN - Having something as simple as a sheet that maps out the changes that need to be made in your home can make a world of difference. Make sure you have taken inventory of everything that needs to be adjusted in your home. This will help you narrow down the essentials versus “nice to haves” when it comes to deciding what can and cannot be implemented. GET RID OF THE CLUTTER - No matter if it’s your needs or the at-home environment, clutter makes your day-to-day that much more difficult. When making adjustments to your home, make sure you get rid of as many items as possible that aren’t a necessity. You don’t need to make your home bare but consider extra items that could potentially be a hazard to moving around the home. DON’T OVERLOOK THE BATHROOM - For aging loved ones, the bathroom can end up being one of the most dangerous parts of the home. Bending and lifting may be more difficult, so without a bar to help, the risk of falling and serious injury could be much more common. The shower can also prove to be quite the hazard when going in and out of a slippery surface. There are plenty of ways you can make your bathroom more accessible for seniors. For example, you can install grab bars and anti-slip mats in the shower to prevent falls.

CREATE AT LEAST ONE “NO-STEP” ENTRY TO THE HOME - If your loved one requires a wheelchair or walker, think about no-step entrances. Getting up and down steps can prove to be difficult and may even be considered a hazard in certain areas of your entryway. You can find ramps that can be placed right over your existing steps, or you may want to consider cementing a certain entryway to get rid of the steps. Whether you create a ramp or use the back door that doesn’t have any steps, make sure there’s at least one part of the home that allows you to leave and enter without any steps. EXPLORE POCKET DOORS - You’d be surprised by how a simple change, such as switching to pocket doors, can be. If your loved one requires a wheelchair, using pocket doors will help keep the door from swinging and hitting the wheelchair. Additionally, pocket doors simply hang along the wall, whether they’re open or closed. This will help keep the door out of the way when opened. KEEP ALL YOUR ESSENTIALS ON THE FIRST FLOOR - If you have a two-story home, you understand how difficult it is to constantly walk up and down the stairs to grab something you need. This can prove to be extremely difficult when helping loved ones in need of care. When you make adjustments to your home, consider having all of the essentials that you may need throughout the day on a single floor. For more information on this topic or other information regarding the elderly, please contact Thom Price with Visiting Angels at (678) 682 7444. We can also be reached at our website: www.visitingangels.com/hoschton or by e-mail at tprice@visitingangels.com.

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Community Fall Yard Sale PREVIEW FOR HOMEOWNERS Friday, October 11, 2019 6 PM – 8 PM COMMUNITY FALL YARD SALE Saturday, October 12, 2019 8 AM – 2 PM Browse, Shop and Sell! Traditions of Braselton

If you wish to participate, please e-mail your name and address to admin@traditionsofbraselton.org by October 10th! Please be advised that we receive participants through the end of day. The Community Association Office will supply balloons to you to hang on your mailbox for the event starting on October 7th between the hours 10 am and 6 p.m. Thank you to all participants!! Please post all your pictures on the Community Facebook page!!

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OPEN LETTER TO TRADITIONS RESIDENTS Dear Traditions’ Residents, It has only been a year and a half since the clubhouse renovations, new furniture, kitchen and flooring were completed. In that time, we have had furniture broken, scarred, chipped, and stained. The walls and woodwork have been damaged with tape, scuffed by shoes and dirty hands, the bottom of the door going out the front is black from being kicked by shoes. I cannot believe this is the way any of us care for our homes or those of our friends. This is not the way we should be caring for our gathering space. The clubhouse is there for all of us. It provides a unique setting for all kinds of events with good facilities for private catering. Our rental fee of $100.00 is extremely low compared to other subdivisions which charge much more. I have taken on a newly established position as monitor of the clubhouse. My duties will be to check the clubhouse routinely, meet with renters before they set-up to document existing damages and meet with them after their event to document any new damages or rules violations. It is unfortunate that this has become necessary. There will be a Clubhouse Usage Manual (THE NOTEBOOK) available in the kitchen area that will provide a check list of all duties, photos of proper furniture arrangement, table and chair storage, etc. This manual and its directions will apply to ALL users, renters and neighborhood groups alike. The following is a partial list of rules and expectations. The upholstered furniture has been professionally cleaned. No, cream was not a great choice. The furniture company’s mistake and they wouldn’t/couldn’t exchange them.??? So, we deal and are extra careful. *No one working with any kind of craft materials (paint, glue, glitter, etc.) should be on or around the furniture (there were colored child sized hand prints on the back of one sofa). * Please see to it that spills/stains are wiped up and treated IMMEDIATELY just as you would in your own home. This includes the upholstered seats on the gray wooden chairs. As host, of any group activity or private event, you are responsible. All the scuffs, dirt, tears on the walls and woodwork are going to be cleaned and repaired and at some point, they will be repainted. *If you scuff the walls or woodwork, please clean it off. * NOTHING may be hung on the walls with tape of any kind. Only poster putty or properly used (read the directions carefully) Command Strips are allowed. Note: Please be sure all residue form poster putty is removed from the walls. * The gray chairs, from the gray round tables, must be lifted to move them. The groves in the flooring cause the legs to loosen over time when they are dragged back and forth. This has also caused the legs to crack and chip. The legs have had lock washers added and been re-tightened. Please pick them up. * Please, be mindful of what gets put on tabletops so scratches and gouges do not occur. Check out the top of the coffee table. * If you move the furniture out of your way for an activity, table setup, etc., Please return them to their rightful places. There will be a photo in THE NOTEBOOK if you are not sure. This is our living room. Please treat it with respect and care. * If food and or beverages are present at your group meeting,

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gathering or event, you and your participants are responsible for spills, stains, etc., and clean up. Any neighborhood group(s) that is/ are found to be responsible for repeated damages, spills, misuse of or not replacing furniture, etc., will lose the use of the clubhouse. *One last rule (though this is not a complete list) that should be #1. No one is allowed in the clubhouse unless you have rented it for a private event, are setting up for a function, attending one or cleaning up from one (except the lifeguards on duty). And, absolutely NO ONE is allowed in the clubhouse with wet feet or on the furniture with wet or damp bathing suits, swim towels or swim cover-ups. (I don’t care if you do pay your dues, you are not entitled to damage property). The floor is dangerously slippery when wet and WHY would you even consider sitting on or laying on the upholstered furniture in wet bathing suits? (This has been a repeated occurrence recently) NO MORE! *All doors into the main clubhouse room are to be kept locked except when it is in use. The one by the kitchen will be unlocked when the lifeguards are present so they can use the refrigerator and kitchen for their food and beverages. It is for their use only. *Bathrooms are accessible through the doors from the pool deck near the gym and from the gym. There is NO NEED to go through the clubhouse. We have maid service twice a week. There is no reason why the clubhouse should have filthy floors and be in disarray. When you are finished with the clubhouse, it should look like the maid service just left. If everyone left it a bit better than they found it, It would soon be perfect all the time. This is our clubhouse. Please, treat it as if it were yours. A complete list of all responsibilities for clubhouse use will be given to the heads of all committees and will be in The Notebook along with supporting photos, and a list of deductions that will be made from the renter’s security deposit for each violation. Any and all suggestions or comments are welcome and can be e-mailed to me at nanasarge710@gmail.com Thanks for reading to the end. Cheryl Morrell Traditions of Braselton

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A NOTE FROM THE SOCIAL COMMITTEE:

I still hear stories of people that do not hear about our events here in the neighborhood! If you have new neighbors, introduce yourselves, and make sure they are signed up to receive emails, are on the Homeowners private Facebook page, the Traditions Community Facebook page, and that they are getting the newsletter! If everyone is on these 4 avenues there is no way of not knowing what is going on in the neighborhood!!! Also, Traditions has grown so much our events are RSVP! The only way we can plan is to have everyone RSVP even for free events (remember if you rsvp for free events…we plan on you being there). We purchase according to the rsvp… so if you don’t show up, it is money wasted). There also will be events that are for residents only so watch the details on each event!

KIDS HALLOWEEN PARTY

Friday October 18th | 6:30 – 9:30 Traditions Owners Clubhouse Come join us for a goulish night of food, games, and more! We will have a DJ, pizza, treats, and a costume contest. Kids must be accompanied by a parent, but dinner is for the kids only! This is a free event for the kids, but please rsvp for the CHILDREN ONLY by October 16th https://www.eventbrite.com/e/traditions-kids-costume-party-tickets-72303045355

GARAGE SALE DAY October 12 Traditions fall yard sale will be on Saturday, October 12, from 8am till 2pm with the neighborhood preview night on Friday October 11th. If you plan to participate please register with Jenny Guess at jguess@ cmacommunities.com no later than October 9th.

ADULT HALLOWEEN PARTY

Saturday October 19th | 7:30 – 11pm Traditions Owners Clubhouse BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND...CALLING ALL WITCHES AND WARLOCKS TO COME OUT AND PLAY AT OUR ADULT HALLOWEEN PARTY! Please bring an appetizer to share and it is BYOB! DJ Thundercat will be spinning your favorite music to dance the night away! There will be a costume contest for best female, best male, and best couple! Please rsvp at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/adulthalloween-party-tickets-72307733377 by 10/17! Traditions of Braselton

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Sunday Funday Our last Sunday Funday was September 8th and everyone had a funday to close out the summer season! Many thanks to Trio Roofing and Construction for donating the sandwiches for the party! Till next year!!!!!

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CASINO NIGHT

A fun night was had by all at our annual Casino Night! Lots of gambling and socializing! It was great to see all of the new faces this time. Thank you to all who contributed to the give a ways for the evening.

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H O S P I TA L I T Y C O M M I T T E E N E W S

It's Beginning to Look a lot like....Christmas! Too early? Still too hot? Yes, we know that summer seems to be hanging on longer than usual this year. But it is only 3 more months until Christmas, and you know what that means, right? It is time to start thinking about how you plan to decorate your house for the 2nd Annual Traditions Holiday Parade of Lights which will take place on Saturday evening, December 14. A joint venture of the Hospitality Committee, the Social Committee, the Christmas Committee and the Traditions Golf Club, this event is probably second only to SheilaFest in popularity. All homeowners are invited to participate!! Homeowners whose homes adjoin the golf course are asked to help us by decorating the

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backs and sides of your homes (anything visible from the cart path) with holiday lights. On the night of the parade, our residents will drive golf carts along the golf path and be able to enjoy all of the holiday light and music displays before returning to the Golf Club for drinks and snacks. Last year was our first time to host this event and it surpassed all of our expectations. We have no doubt that with your help, we can continue to expand and improve this opportunity for all of us to enjoy sharing the holidays with our friends and neighbors. Stay tuned for more information via Facebook, e-mail and in the Traditions newsletter!

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SUMMER COOLER POOL PARTY The day was Saturday, August 10, 2019. Lynn Kolb graciously invited us all to her house for a great evening pool party to end the summer. The Empty Nester’s came together for one of the highlight parties of the year to beat the heat, enjoy some time with friends, great food and splashing in the pool. We even managed to dodge the rain to enjoy a lovely evening. We enjoyed having our guests Lynn’s children Debbie, Scott, his girlfriend and Jen Morrell join us. They have heard so much about how fun these parties have been over the years and now that they have experienced one, they know why. As always, our festivities began with a lot of food and comradery as we visited, relaxed and just enjoyed time spent together. We welcomed our newest members, Jennifer and Matt Dorough, who are in the process of building a house on Duncans Mill but currently living nearby. The Empty Nester committee thanked Cheryl for her dedication and contributions as the EN Chairman with a few gifts of flowers and a wine basket of goodies (one white for Cheryl and one Red for Steve). Cheryl has tirelessly given her (and Steve’s) time and resources to this group over the years. During her tenure, Cheryl has been integral to the growth of our group by working with the welcome committee and others to ensure our new neighbors are recognized and included. We are thankful for her behind-the scenes work from organizing activities, food, decorations, setup to cleanup. She led the way creating lots of fun and laughter for us all to enjoy. While Cheryl may be stepping out of the role of Chairman, she will still be an active member and now able to sit back and enjoy the festivities each month. Thank you Cheryl for all you have done, it has been appreciated more than you know.

The most poignant moment of the evening came in the form of a toast. As we all know Lynn is famous for her jello shooters at this pool party and this was one of Don’s favorite parties. So it was only fitting that Scott Kolb led us all in a toast, as we raised our shooters, in celebration to the life of a great man, husband, father, and our friend Don Kolb. The rest of the evening was spent hanging out and enjoying each other’s company and splashing in the pool. As the new chairman of the EN committee, I look forward to working with our great committee continuing to add to our group of friends and creating fun for all. Please plan to join us at our next event on Sept 6, 2019 Tailgate Party to kick-off the football season in style. Please note we are moving the Sept- Feb events to Friday nights at 6:30 p.m. so we don’t conflict with our football watching fans time. If you’d like to join us, please e-mail emptynesters@ traditionsofbraselton.org with name(s), address, best phone number and best e-mail address. Hope to see you soon.

Beth Grimes, Empty Nesters Planning Committee Chair

GO TEAM: EMPTY NESTERS TAILGATE PARTY Decked out in favorite team shirts and colors, thirty something of us got together for tailgate style goodies, favorite beverages, lots of laughter, chatting and mingling. After consuming a lot of heavy hors d’oeuvres and yummy desserts, one couple from each of the five tables, was coerced into volunteering for our evenings entertainment, a rousing and often hilarious game of our version of “The Newly Wed Game”. In our case though, it was the Not So Newly Wed Game. The five couples who volunteered were Jim and Selba Harris, Jin and Janice Barbieri, Karin and Phil Waters, Donna and Keith Cowart and Suzanne and Bill Patterson. The gentlemen were asked to leave the room and the ladies were asked the following questions. 1. If your spouse had a super power, what would it be? 2. What is the strangest gift your spouse ever bought you/ 3. I really wish my spouse would ______________at home. 4. What is the first thing your spouse notices about the

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opposite sex? 5. What is your spouse’s biggest phobia? Then, the husbands returned and we asked them what they thought their wife said in answer to each question. Each couple scored 1pt. for a correct answer. Then there was the bonus question. What piece of clothing does your spouse(husband) wear that you can not stand. Worth 5 pts. Here was much hilarity at some of the answers that cannot be delved into here. The final point tally showed the Pattersons in 3rd place with 6pts., the Cowarts in 2nd place with 7pts. and the Harrises in 1st place with 8 points. Everyone received a ‘thank you for playing’ gift and the Harrises won a bucket for two containing two splits of champagne. Thank you to all our contestants for being such good sports and playing along. We learned that the number

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EMPTY NESTERS of years you are married has no affect on how well you can predict your spouses answers. Our thanks to Jim and Mary Ann Barry for providing the questions for the game. Our next events are on October 4th, Nov.8th and Dec. 6th. Please join us we’d love to see you. If you wish to join or want more information, please contact us at emptynesters@ traditionsofbraselton.org

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NEWS FROM THE GOLF GROUPS LADIES’ GOLF GROUP

Currently, the ladies have two standing tee times Monday thru Friday starting at 9:20 AM. If you are interested in joining the Ladies Golf Group (even occasionally), please e-mail Pam Poppe at ppoppe@ mindspring.com if you wish to be included. Each Friday, Pam sends an e-mail to the group asking which days you are interested in golfing during the coming week. She only asks for a 48-hour notice so she can add or cancel tee times. Don’t worry about handicaps since the skill levels vary widely. These women golf for fun! If the morning times don’t work for you, please let Pam know if you are interested in playing 9 holes at other times of the day.

MEN’S GROUP (MGA)

Come out and meet your neighbors in a fun and welcoming group. The TOB men have weekly organized games on Wednesdays at 1:00 PM and Saturdays/Sundays starting at 8:00 AM. We also sponsor diverse and fun monthly tournaments throughout the year. The MGA has neighbors of all skill levels and ages. For additional information please contact Mike Brunson - 706-380-7031 or e-mail- traditionsmga@gmail.com

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SENIOR MEN’S GOLF GROUP

The senior men gather to play an organized format of stroke play on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. You never know who you will get paired with on these days, so it’s a great opportunity to meet your fellow neighbors and make new friends. On Thursdays, it’s just pair-up and play as you like. The course is closed on Tuesdays. Currently, our block of tee times starts at 10:00 AM. As the weather warms up, our standing tee tie will move to 9:30 AM. You can play as often or as little as you like; just show up at least 15 minutes before the first tee time. This is a social group with members of varying skill levels. Every spring and fall the men gather at the Club Grill for a fun evening with their significant others. For more information, contact Steve Morrell at 1-706-6546034 (H) or on his cell at 770-861-610. You can also e-mail him at shmorrell44@gmail.com

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October 5, 2019 CHILI COOK OFF Buy a wristband to taste chili (spicy, mild, chicken, beef, vegetarian) and stew from 75 teams, and then vote for your favorite at Atlanta Chili Cook Off, with live music and beer & wine for sale at Brookhaven Park. Children age 12 and younger are free. October 12 - 13, 2019 AIR SHOW IN HAMPTON (SOUTH) Atlanta Air Show promises “some of the nation’s top military and civilian air show performers” at Atlanta Motor Speedway in Hampton, with aircraft and helicopters displayed on the infield. Gates open at 10 a.m. and flights are 12 to 3 p.m. Free parking.

October 23 - Nov. 17, 2019 WICKED - HIT MUSICAL A giant hit on Broadway and winner of multiple awards, Wicked tells the story of the good and evil witches from the Wizard of Oz at Fox Theatre for age 5+. Ticket deal $43 to $93 October 27, 2019 FAMILY GARDEN PARTY Children can show off their costumes on the Goblin Runway, make fall-themed crafts, hear a storyteller, and ride a pony or a train at Goblins in the Garden, with scarecrows in the garden and a cash bar for adults at the Atlanta Botanical Garden. Also held in Gainesville.

EVENTS IN & AROUND Jefferson Saturday, October 5th, 2019 from 12 p.m. – 10 p.m. BIG ALL-DAY FESTIVAL ON THE BRASELTON TOWN GREEN. Family fun for everyone! See www. frettingthefoothills.com for more information. Contact Charles Locke for more information. Saturday, October 12th, 2019 from 11:00 am - 4:00 p.m. BRASELTON WEST FEST. The Town of Braselton and businesses on the west side of town are hosting this super-fun day of festivities which will extend across all 5 commercial areas in Braselton West - so there will be plenty to SEE and DO and deals to had! But wait, where exactly is Braselton West? Braselton West is the area on the Town of Braselton’s west side where Friendship Rd., Spout Springs Rd. and Thompson Mill Rd. come together. You’ll find 5 commercial areas, with more than 60 businesses, located off those 3 major roads in Braselton West. If you’ve been to the Kroger or Publix off Spout Springs Rd. Yes, This Is Braselton. How about Papa Jacks, Trigger Time, Cabo’s, or Iron Will Fitness? Yes, this is Braselton too. Duncan Corners and CVS? Braselton! Jax Superstore and The Venue? Braselton and Braselton. They are all located within the town limits of Braselton and they are all in Braselton West. Friday, October 18th, 2019 from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. BRASELTON WEEKLY SUMMER FARMERS MARKET. The weekly market is located at 9924 Davis Street in Downtown Braselton. Customers will choose from a variety of products, including locally grown produce, fruits or vegetables, farm-raised meats, free-range eggs, honey, baked goods, jams, jellies, pickles, teas, sauces, seasonings, spices, coffee, lemonade, dog treats and live plants or flowers. Traditions of Braselton

Saturday, October 19th, 2019 BRASELTON ZOMBIE 5K RUN. This course will be littered with zombies. The best way to avoid them is to outrun them. But don’t worry, Zombies aren’t real, or are they?!? Come find out how you will fare. More information at www. DowntownBraselton.com Saturday, October 19th, 2019 from 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. MOVIE UNDER THE STARS ON THE BRASELTON TOWN GREEN, Braselton Town Green, 9924 Davis Street, Braselton, Georgia 30517. Title: *TBD. Grab your lawn chairs and blankets and join us for a Movie Under the Stars on the Green. *We select the latest releases, so we’ll post the movie title as soon as it’s selected. Titles are not guaranteed. Always follow the event for movie title and weather-related updates. Friday, October 25th, 2019 BRASELTON ANTIQUE & ARTISAN FESTIVAL, 115 Harrison St. Braselton, GA 30517. Phone number 1-706-8247204. Join 300+ vendors as they line the streets of downtown Braselton creating a one of a kind pickers market! Here you will find true antiques, furniture, farmhouse, local artwork, boutique, home décor, hand crafted, primitives, rustic, salvage, good ole junk and more! Upcycled, recycled we’ve got you covered! Come hungry! We bring in 8 food trucks, Adult beverages and of course ice cream and snow cones for the kiddies! Did we mention live music? Well, we’ve got it! Voted one of the top 5 festivals in the state of Georgia! Conveniently located off I-85 North exit 129 turn East and follow the signs. Only one mile from the exit. Free parking shuttle and admission. You don’t want to miss this 3-day event! OCTOBER 2019

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HOW MUCH PROTEIN DO I REALLY NEED? There has been much debate over this question! Not only how much do our bodies need but what are the best sources. Especially with the Paleo Diet becoming popular, much focus has been on protein. Personally, I don’t focus on just one macro nutrient but try to balance all three (protein, fat & carbs) into my daily meals. I get a little suspicious when certain eating plans focus on just one or eliminating any. Every cell in our body need all 3 macros, not just protein. Remember, food is providing the energy, nutrition and fuel our bodies need every day just to live and move and have our being! So, how much do we need? Based on research, it depends on our age, gender, and level of physical activity but if we are eating a balanced diet, we are probably already getting enough protein. However, our protein choices could make a difference in our overall health and well-being. The amounts below are appropriate for individuals who get less than 30 minutes per day of moderate physical activity, beyond normal daily activities. Those who are more physically active may be able to consume more while staying within calorie needs. Women Ages 19 – 51+: 5 to 5 ½ oz.

Men Ages 19 – 51+: 5 ½ to 6 ½ oz.

Listed below are some healthy protein choices: White meat chicken (without skin) Red meat (limit to once a week, filet or eye of round or the leanest cut you can get) Seafood (wild caught, salmon, mackerel, etc.) Egg Whites Nuts/Seeds/Butters

Beans and Peas (adds fiber!) Tofu Tempeh Hummus Some protein powders Plant-based milks

Hope this helps. The most important thing to remember is that food is fuel and energy for our bodies. Eat a balanced diet consisting or healthy proteins, fats and carbs. And as always…. Keep moving, stay strong, deal with stress in a healthy manner and love your life and your people! Carol Osborne, Personal Trainer Fitness Delivered | 678-510-9573 www.fitnessdelivered2U.com fitnessdeliveredtoyou@gmail.com | www.facebook.com/fitnessdeliveredtoyou

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AN EVENTFUL SEASON AWAITS As our community continues to grow in exciting new directions, our homes, golf cart paths and parklike atmosphere are filled with families at every stage of the home buying/home owning cycle. To celebrate them all, we have a number of exciting developments and events in store for Fall. THE MORE, THE MERRIER Traditions of Braselton is proud to welcome a number of new builders who will enhance our community and attract even more new neighbors. With these new builders comes a variety of exciting new product offerings and price points – all in keeping with the lifestyle-centric, luxury brand that Traditions of Braselton embodies. As you see cars driving through the neighborhood – whether you recognize the occupants or not – show them a little of that Southern Hospitality for which we are so well known. A wave, a smile and a kind hello may go farther than you realize in conveying a sense of what Traditions of Braselton represents. IN WITH THE NEW On October 6th, we’ll play host to a Hospitality Open House in the Owner’s Clubhouse to welcome new residents. Please plan to drop by to meet your new neighbors and welcome them to the neighborhood. You might just meet your new best friend – or at least a fourth to add to your favorite golf group, the newest addition to your book club or a great family to include in your child’s next play date. While you’re here, feel free to share your own Traditions of Braselton story – including your favorite aspects of the community. LET’S GET NEIGHBORLY Of course – as should be the case with an amenity-rich, lifestyle-focused community – the lion’s share of events this Fall are designed for current residents. From selling your wares in the Fall Yard Sale on October 12 or scaring up loads of fun for the Kids Halloween Party on October 18th to taking part in the Holiday Sip and Shop on November 16th and loaning your talents to Decorate Traditions on November 30th, our events are wonderful opportunities to connect with neighbors in our sprawling 1140-acre community. But you don’t have to mark your calendar and WAIT to make new friends. Consider joining a club like our Empty Nesters, which hosts card games and other gatherings each month, or take advantage of classes at our fitness center which include Kickboxing and Yoga. To stay up to date on upcoming events, be sure to check out the event calendar in this guide and become a fan of the “Traditions of Braselton” neighborhood Facebook page.

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