Cresswind January/February 2021 by The Times

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January/February 2021 Vol. LVI

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Kitti’s Corner

Kitti’s Corner By Kitti Kleinedler

January 1 . . .often a time for reflection on the year past and anticipation for the year just beginning. 2020 was certainly a year that our children and our grandchildren will tell their children about. Quarantine, learning from home, not going to family gatherings, and masks- not the Halloween kind. It is easy to look back at 2020 with anger, resentment, and disappointment. Command of our own lifestyle was jerked out from under us like a rug. Daily routines, vacation and travel plans, even employment situations were changed overnight. But maybe there is another way to look at that year. We were forced to pause and decide what parts of our routines were absolutely the most important. Friends, family, work, exercise, entertainment? We found ways to satisfy those desires through testing, social distancing, and selective participation. We have such resilience and coping skills. So as we look ahead to 2021 let’s remember those things that were important and those things we missed the most. I look forward to seeing smiling faces, not just smiling eyes. I want to be able to shake hands and give hugs in greeting, not just bump elbows. I may be a bit more selective in how I choose to fill my days after so many of my choices were stripped away in 2020. Maybe 2020 was a gift in its own way. In spite of restrictions, sadness, and illness, we were all given an opportunity to reflect on what is important and what we all still have. We found a way to have the things that mattered and let go of those that didn’t.

Welcome Committee News By Sue Joninas

Our Cresswind Welcome Committee is still reaching out to new residents with all of them being resales. Our members are sending cards, calling, and offering their support. We let the residents know they can call us and we will help them in any way we can. We also find that neighbors on their street are reaching out to make them feel welcome. We hope some new residents will accept a visit very soon. We will be holding a New Resident Orientation in late January for all new residents since August in the Ballroom at the Clubhouse. We will have several speakers with much more information about Cresswind and Gainesville. If you do not hear from a Welcome Committee Member within four to six weeks of closing, please contact me at sjoninas@gmail.com. We do not want to miss any new residents. Welcome to Cresswind! January/February | The Waterfall | Page 5

Committee Corner The ARC News By Debbie Seymour Happy Planning! It is a Wonderful Time to Make Changes to the Exteriors of Our Homes Most of us are spending a lot of time at home these days, and many of us are using this time to make changes to the exteriors of our homes and to our yards. What do you need to know and do before you begin work or hire a contractor? First, become familiar with the Cresswind (CW) rules and regulations (R&Rs), available on the CW website. What do the R&Rs say about the project you are planning? This is where the ability to perform a word search of the R&Rs is very helpful. Remember, that while comprehensive, the R&Rs are not all inclusive, and your project may not be specifically covered by the R&Rs. If this is the case, reach out to an ARC member (listed on the CW website) early in your planning process for an informal consultation. A quick phone call or meeting with an ARC member to discuss your ideas may save time and disappointment later. Often times, a small portion of your idea may need tweaking in order to maintain compliance with the R&Rs. This is especially important if you are working with outside contractors who may not be familiar with the CW R&Rs. Next, you are required to fill out and submit a Request for Approval of Architectural Change to Property form. The CW R&Rs, 5-3.1 (a), states that, â&#x20AC;&#x153;All changes to the exterior of a Cresswind at Lake Lanier residence require ARC approval in advance of starting the work. Do not start work until you have received written approval from the community manager.â&#x20AC;? You are asked to provide the details of your project on the Request form. Most requests must include your lot survey (you should have received a lot survey at closing) showing the location of the planned improvements. However, some simple requests may not require a lot survey, for example, repainting your house or replacing an exterior garage light. There is information on the CW website on how to obtain a copy of your lot survey if you cannot find or do not have a lot survey. You can also reach out to an ARC member for help with this problem. Other required details include plans, elevations, and detailed sketches showing the location of the improvements on your property including distances to property lines and your residence; dimensions of proposed changes; the types of materials that will be used (stone, brick, pavers, etc.); and the colors of paint (we need paint chips) and/or hardscaping materials, etc. Often, will get these details from your contractor. If not, you are responsible for providing this information. The ARC needs written project details before they can process and approve your request. For example, a request to install a new garage light, with no details, will not be processed. Your request needs to state the dimensions, material, color, and style of the proposed new light; or your request could state that the new light will be identical to the light that is being replaced. Some other information you need to know about your ARC request: If your request includes installation of a pool, room addition, concrete patio, patio extension, or any major modification that requires the use of construction equipment that could result in damage to existing landscaping, irrigation systems, drainage slopes, sidewalks, curbs, or common areas, a check in the amount of $1,500 security deposit/inspection fee must be included with your application. This check will be held by the CW front office and returned to you once your project is complete if no damage was incurred, or if any incurred damage was corrected. The approval of your adjoining neighbors is required for fences or any other project that will be on or straddle the shared property lines. You do not need your neighborsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; approval for fences that are not on a shared property line. Neighbors must be made aware, in advance, of any fire pit planned for installation as outlined in Chapter 5-3.2. (m) (5) of the CW R&Rs. The ARC encourages homeowners to make neighbors aware of your plans to make any major changes to your property even when their approval is not required. Lastly, once your ARC request is complete, the request and attachments can be scanned and emailed to the Cresswind Community Manager at CWManager@Cresswindatll.com or delivered to the Front Desk. Remember to keep a copy of your request for reference and to keep your approval letters in a permanent file for when and if you ever sell your home. Happy planning! Page 6 | The Waterfall | Novmeber/December

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Committee Corner

Cresswind Education Committee by Lois Ehlers

We would like to thank Don Burt, George Maule, and Mary Selbitschka, our outgoing members of the Education committee, for their outstanding three years of service. We welcome new members: Mary George, John Nelson, Rita Petty, and Betsy Robertson. Lois Ehlers, Sandy St. George, and Wimsee Siegel will continue as 2021 members of the committee. Sid Jacobs will maintain his role as Board member liaison.

Our final initiative for 2020 was to support Amy Devillez with the First Responder “Drive By” parade. We had around 30 first responder fire trucks, ambulance, police and sheriff cars drive through the neighborhood, after giving them treat bags and products for the Secret Santa project. Thanks to all of Cresswind for showing their support. The police will be helping us with some educational programs next year.

We are planning a variety of programs for 2021. These include Personal Safety, Car Fit, Smart Driver for Seniors (you can likely get a reduction on your car insurance after you complete this class), Internet Safety, and Public Safety Appreciation. When COVID restrictions are lifted by our presenters, we look forward to offering a Citizen’s Government Academy to provide an introduction to the city of Gainesville. We will also schedule presentations from Brenau University, Legacy Link., and others. If you have any requests for educational programs or suggested speakers, please contact us. https://sites.google.com/site/cwlleducation/ We welcome speakers within our community!

Covenants, Rules and Regulations Committee by Mario Russo HAPPY NEW YEAR from your CRRC!!! Last newsletter. we told you about the completion of the updated Rules and Regulations Manual. Pages 7 & 8 highlight all of the revisions. [Remember, you can find the manual on the Cresswind website. Go to the “RESOURCES” tab, then select “COMMUNITY RULES & REGULATIONS.”

• Promote a harmonious community • Ensure orderly operations and use of the common areas for the good of all homeowners, residents, and guests • Enhance the common safety and living environment • Protect and enhance the value of the community

Committee team updates: Susan Paris has accepted the role of Secretary for the 2021 term. Mark Yenney will join as member at large effective January 2021.

6-3.5. Areas Where Golf Carts Are Not Permitted [page 90] (C) Golf Carts are not to be driven or parked on turf, grass and/or landscaped common areas within the community unless permission is granted by the Management Staff. This includes, but is not limited to, the center island of the clubhouse, event lawn at the rear of the clubhouse, area near the outdoor swimming pool, and the grass areas at the pickleball/tennis courts.

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Committee Corner Landscape Committee By Linda Furgerson

While it may not seem like it, now is the time to start planning and prepping for your 2021 Landscape projects. In 2020 we saw a record number of landscape requests come through, and we look forward to receiving more in 2021.That being said there are many things you can do during the cold winter months to not only prepare your own beds and planters (if you are so inclined), but more importantly determining and planning your next landscape project.

If you are working with a landscape architect or

For you junior gardeners, master gardeners, or somewhere in between, now is the time to clean up your flower beds and planters. Remove any dead, diseased, or excess plants that you no longer want. It’s also a perfect time to take an assessment of your current landscape situation. Once you’ve done that, start doing some research or planning of your dream landscape. There are numerous books out there that cover plants and landscaping suitable for Georgia and/ or Southeastern climates that can give you excellent ideas and information. Here are a few of my favorites: Perennials for Georgia – Tara Dillard and Don Williamson; The Well-Tended Perennial Garden – Tracy DiSabato-Aust; Southeast Home Landscaping – Roger Holmes and Rita Buchanan; and Georgia Getting Started Garden Guide – Erica Glasener and Walter Reeves.

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These are just a few of my personal favorites. Each provides wonderful information on selecting the perfect annuals, perennials, shrubs and trees. Additionally, they provide maintenance tips as well as suggestions for landscape design. While these more suited for the do-it-yourself type of gardener, they are fantastic resources for those hiring a landscape architect or landscape designer by providing some foundational information and awareness.

landscape designer please make sure they incorporate resolution of any potential drainage issues into your plan.

While most of the local landscape architects or

landscape designers are familiar with the Landscape Rules and Regulations, you may want to print those do-it-yourselfers, now is a good time for you to re-

familiarize yourself with those Rules and Regulations, especially our updated Do Not Plant List. If your overall landscape plan involves hardscape (raised planters, water features, permanent edging etc.,

you should also provide them with a copy of the

Architecture Rules and Regulations. Please note, you will have to submit a separate ARC request for any hardscape features.

A current plat map of your property is required when you submit a Landscape request. Now is also an

excellent time to request a copy of your property plat map from the Hall County Planning Commission

located at 2875 Browns Bridge Road. This plat map is crucial to efficient processing of your request. A plat map is not the same as property location map

which simply shows the local of your property within

Cresswind. A plat map, normally provided at closing, provides information on property lines and nearby

easements. Without this plat map your request could be delayed and/or improperly evaluated. If you didn’t

If you will be using a landscape architect or landscape designer, February is an excellent month to start seeking their advice and counsel. Although January and February are not normally big planting months, they are excellent planning and design months.

receive one, or cannot find a copy of your plat map,

Unfortunately there are numerous drainage problems in our area. North Georgia topography can be tricky.

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Welcome to Our Newest Residents! Gary and Gloria Harrell 3607 Majestic Oak Barbara Bernzott 3164 Willow Creek Bill and Olivia Gast 3785 Cresswind Pkwy

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Health & Fitness Committee By Laurie Solomon

The Health and Fitness Committee would like to wish everyone a healthy and peaceful 2021, as we look forward to the promises and hope for the coming year. Last year at this time we hosted our annual Health Fair. Residents were given the opportunity to speak with many health professionals and vendors offering valuable information. We look forward to the future of another Health Fair when it is safe to do so. We would like to thank our Co-Chairman Jackie Edginton for being the liaison between Northside Hospital, Northeast Georgia Medical Center and Cresswind. We are all aware that when it comes to strokes, seconds can be the difference between full recovery and long-term effects. NGMC has always been able to provide stroke patients with clot-busting drugs, but patients had to be transferred to other hospitals for critical procedures related to strokes. The hospital now has the new technology as well as a new stroke expert that allows patients to receive all of the care closer to home. Dr.

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Resident News

Cresswind History Comes Alive By Bruce Leibrecht

Did you know Cresswind at Lake Lanier had a previous life? Have you ever wondered about our community’s past? Well, some residents are now working to preserve and share Cresswind’s history. Known as Our Cresswind Heritage Workgroup, the band of wanna-be historians includes Dan Gershkowitz, Judy Brannan, Bert Emma, Marsha Dickey, Jim Brannan, Sue Garcia, Bill Dickey, and Bruce Leibrecht. The group is making use of historical items they and others have gathered over the years, such as the accompanying photo. Back in February the Board of Directors envisioned a project to collect, organize, and share Cresswind’s history from its inception to the present. Soon the pandemic got in the way and things went dormant. Fast forward to early November when the workgroup hit the launch button. Since then we have established a digital repository, started collecting older historical items, coordinated interviews of original founders, and begun planning for initial products. We are especially excited that our discoveries are triggering personal memories of joining the community. Eventually we plan to cover the entire spectrum up to the present, creating a living collection. Cresswind’s historical foundations reach back 15 years. There is a wealth of information that explains how we got where we are now, and it keeps growing every year. No matter what your interests, chances are good you will be fascinated by some aspect of our history. If you can provide historical documents, articles, flyers, photos, emails, or memories—contact any member of the workgroup. Be sure to include today’s notable items, which will become legacy or legend in a few short years. We invite you to help build Our Cresswind Heritage! Seasons on Lake Lanier Residents circa 2008

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Resident News

The Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s View - Looking Ahead Hello fellow Cresswinders - Welcome to 2021! We can all agree that 2020 has been a most difficult year for all of us and our families. We all struggled to understand and acknowledge the unseen enemy who wreaked havoc on our lives, caused the health risks we were facing, forced us to adjust our lives while sheltered in place and have left us with some bad memories and heavy hearts. The good news is that we have faced and weathered this most challenging year and we continue to move forward. Last year we accomplished quite a bit. We successfully transitioned our community from Developer Control to being under our complete control. We began a long overdue program to improve roads throughout Cresswind, replace and upgraded out Waterfall System, implemented the resale policy for our Marina Slip Rights, began a review of our storage needs and commenced with some consolidation efforts and the installation of additional shelving. We entered into a long-term Contract with Spectrum which resulted in financial benefits for all Cresswind Residents. We also began to address community grading and drainage issues, resurfaced the tennis and pickleball court surfaces, and commenced a resident group to review our Traffic and Road Issues. These initiatives will continue through 2021 and beyond. We will be setting new goals and objectives for our Service Providers and assure they are met or exceeded. Our Community has and will continue to set the standard for Active Adult 55 and Over Communities â&#x20AC;&#x201C; we are all proud to live here and enjoy our amenities and continue to do so for a very long time. Please know that your board of directors, committees, and clubs are making plans for additional community improvements, resident engagement forums and activities as we look ahead towards more times of normalcy. Let us collectively harness our energies, optimism and plans for the future to begin restoring ourselves to the lives we came to Cresswind to enjoy. This path is one which each of us needs to decide for ourselves how we wish to move forward. There are no guarantees that more of us will not contract Covid-19; however, we as a community and a society are learning how better to address and cope with this terrible attacker each day. We need to continue to respect each other, our decisions, and strive to make tomorrow the next best day of our lives. As we do a collective page turn on 2020, I am optimistic that we will return to our clubhouse, our normal fun filled days and evenings, outdoor concerts, and visitations of our friends and family unhampered by the fear that hangs over us. I believe we each bring unique and special talents and qualities to Cresswind. We have benefited from all who have lived, enjoyed, and contributed here. Our newer residents who have not yet had the opportunity to truly experience the best Cresswind has to offer will experience it shortly. We all need to embrace the events we plan to participate in in 2021 and reach out through our community to demonstrate that we have not loss our sense of community, our energy, our charity, love, and compassion. I wish you all a great year ahead. Dan Gershkowitz January/February | The Waterfall | Page 19

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The Cresswind Bowling League continues the 20202021 bowling season at Stars and Strikes in Buford. There are currently 12 teams competing this season. The season consists of two halves of 14 weeks for each half with the winners of each half bowling against each other at the end of the season for the championship. The second half of the season starts on Wednesday, January 6, 2021.

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The Cresswind Neighborhood Theatre finished up their (unusual) 2020 season with a Tribute to Comedy Legends. Thanks to Joan Rivers, Rodney Dangerfield, Totie Fields, George Carlin and others for showing up and giving us a good hard laugh during these trying times. We have a few fun things planned for 2021 and hope that Covid will allow us to mount them. One way or another, we will get back up on stage and perform for our fellow neighbors! If you are interested in performing or working behind the scenes on our shows let us know so we can add you to the mailing list. This is the easiest way you can get all the latest announcements. Remember that there is NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! You just need a desire to work with your fellow neighbors and have some fun! We can be contacted at work with your fellow neighbors and have some fun! We can be contacted at cresswindtheatre@gmail.com.

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What’s Happening Cresswind Veterans Club By Bill Edmondson

We, like so many of us, continue to deal with significant challenges during these difficult times as we aid our members and veterans in the Hall County area. Our club members have not been able to meet in some time, although your Board continues to hold meetings as necessary with hopes that we all can meet again in 2021. We continue to support our programs of Hospice visitation, court mentoring, and that of providing assistance to vets in need as referred to us. We are extremely thankful for the generosity and support of the Cresswind Community…we could not do it without your help. Our clothing drive last month was extremely successful; thanks to you, we collected large amounts of winter clothing, coats, and business attire to help those veterans in need. We are also looking at another raffle which may take place in early 2021, and top prize for that one will be a week’s stay at a vacation house on Hilton Head!

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Cooking Club Looking Forward To 2021

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In October, the Cooking Club submitted our Ms Cupcake display for the Garden Event. It was so nice to walk the gardens on a beautiful day and view the submissions by our talented residents. For 2021, we have added three new members at large to our Board. They are Karen Geganto, Lynne Hayden, and Pat Morris. The remaining Board members are Lisa Giblin, President, Arlene Teare, Vice President, Wendy Roughton, Treasurer, Rosemary Shaffer, Secretary, Pam Snell, Membership and Robin Foster, Event Administrator.

As a reminder, we are not collecting dues for 2021 from those residents that paid for 2020. If you are unsure, go to Clubs and click on our Cooking Club website and then click on Cresswind Cooking Club 2020 membership list. If you are listed, there are no dues required. If you are not listed, please place your dues of $5 per person in the clubhouse mailbox labeled Cooking Club. We thank you for your support.

As far as 2021 we want, keeping COVID guidelines in mind, to host a Mardi Gras event on February 20th. The details will be worked on in January so be on the lookout. Kentucky Derby and Fish Fry are scheduled for outside in May. We are looking forward to leaving 2020 behind and to getting a fresh start in 2021.

Cresswind Garden Club By Sarah Galshack

Greetings from the Common Ground Community Garden. As you may have noticed all of the beds are tucked in for their long winter nap. Our gardeners are awaiting the arrival of their gardening catalogs so they can make plans for next springs plantings.

Garden box rentals will be renewed in January for the 2021-2022 season (March thru February). Residents interested in renting a garden box may sign up on our wait list by contacting Susan Dodd at susan8405@comcast.net. Starting in January, the Garden Club would like to get back to its monthly meetings featuring guest speakers. Watch the Daily Update for announcements.

We are also planning to have some special Garden Events in 2021 which will hopefully include a Spring Common Ground Open House, and a tour of some Cresswind Residential Gardens. Stay tuned for more information in this year.

On one of these beautiful winter days that we are so lucky to have, take a stroll through our Serenity Garden. We continue to add native plants and we now have a lovely variety of ferns. Sit a spell and enjoy our newly placed pine log benches. We thank the many folks who have contributed to the Gardens in a myriad of ways this past year and for the new year, donations are always welcomed to support our upcoming garden projects. Page 26 | The Waterfall | January/February

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Dear Ancestor Your tombstone stands among the rest Neglected and alone The name and date are chiseled out On polished, marble stone It reaches out to all who care It is too late to mourn You did not know that Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d exist You died and I was born. Yet each of us are cells of you In flesh, in blood, in bone. Our blood contracts and beats a pulse Entirely not our own. Dear Ancestor, the place you filled A hundred years ago Spreads out among the ones you left Who would have loved you so. I wonder if you lived and loved I wonder if you knew That some day I would find this spot And come and visit you. ---Author Unknown Interested in getting your family tree started?? Contact us: Howie accudart556@yahoo.com or Dave DaDittmeier@gmail.com

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You are The Spirit of Cresswind* Thank You Cresswind for a Memorable 2020! We are Proud of what We All Did Together!

2020 will be remembered for the changes, challenges, and opportunities we all faced. COVID 19 dominated much of our personal daily activity and routine. However, as a Community Fund member you reached out and gave back in many ways and reinforced the Cresswind Community Fund mission with your hard work as volunteers, generous donations, and heartfelt support. You made impressive impact on Gainesville-Hall County by meeting some of the needs of Local Seniors and the organizations that support them. Get more information on our web site now, and at our Community Fund Annual Meeting later in January.

Thank You Members and All of Cresswind! Thank You Volunteers! Thank You Donors! Thank You Sponsors! Please go to our website for a Year End Report highlighting all of 2020, including Funds Raised, Funds Granted. See videos of the Local Senior Organizations you helped in 2020! Thank You!

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2021 Dance Rhythms (Free class) By Wendy O’Hanlon

I believe most of us are born with an innate ability for dance. Before we age and begin to worry about how we look we clap, rock, bop and groove to the rhythm of a song. Our bodies remind us now that we cannot always move in the manner to which we desire but our spirits are uplifted by an activity that challenges our minds and provides an enriching form of exercise. Wendy has been involved in many forms of dance and performance in her five years at Cresswind and has led the following dance clubs; Beginner line dance, Choreography, and Dance Rhythms. Currently there are clubs for Traditional and Cardio line dance, clogging (3 levels) and an outside ballet instructor. Wendy’s Choreography does require prior dance experience but Dance Rhythms is easier to follow, especially if you have taken dance fitness or Zumba in the past. The routines vary and begin at a slower pace and build to a more cardio fitness level and slow back

down at the end of the hour. You are encouraged to make modifications in movement if necessary. There have been some new songs added recently and at the time of this publication she is planning to have updated video links available on the Cresswind community website under the Club page. Routines include songs by Enrique Iglesias, Meghan Trainor, Abba, and movie hits. We will even have a Bollywood routine early 2021!

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Crafty Creators Club By Diana Gash New for 2021, the Crafty Creators Club is geared to the many talented folks at Cresswind who want to try different craft projects such as: painting on glass, Diamond Dotz pictures, painting on canvas, working with centerpieces, and ceramic

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Make & Take By Kathie Zeranski Thank you to all who have sent me their names and emails to go on the Art List. I will continue to add names so that when we are ready to start having classes again, we will have a good list to send out the information. While the Clubhouse is open, there has not been an interest in teaching classes yet. Hopefully this will change soon and we can start enjoying arts & crafts again. Any of our talented neighbors that may be thinking about teaching a class in the future, please send me an email. We can look at the January calendar or even February and start planning. If you want your name on the contact list, please email me at ZKathie54@gmail.com

Ping Pong Club News By Jim Cook

The Ping Pong Club continues to have open play at our regularly scheduled times on Tuesdays at 3:00pm and Thursdays at 3:00pm. Currently all players will need to be out of the clubhouse by 5:00pm meaning that all play must be completed by 4:45pm and the equipment stored away. Anyone arriving at the clubhouse to play Ping Pong should inquire at front desk if a SIGNUP SHEET has been picked up already. If you are the first to arrive go ahead and carry the SIGNUP SHEET down to the Lanier Room. Everyone who arrives to play Ping Pong must then register on the SIGNUP SHEET. The capacity of the Lanier Room currently is 18 people, NO EXCEPTIONS. This means that it is first come, first served. If you arrive a little later and someone else is ready to leave then you will be allowed to stay as long as the capacity of the room is not exceeded. PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES UNDER WE WILL BE OPERATING UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE!

Bocce Ball News Notice! Bocce ball is suspended until the weather improves hopefully in the spring. Steve Remsen

exception of activities that involve elevated heart rates (Fitness Center, Aerobics, Ping Pong). · If you feel sick or have a fever, do not enter the facility, please stay home. · Please use hand sanitizer or wash your hands frequently. · All areas are open when staff is on site only, with special exceptions for the ballroom. · Any group that does not adhere to the mask, social distancing, or room capacity guidelines will be restricted from using the clubhouse. Lanier Room and Ping Pong Rules: · Capacity 18 · Open during day time only for exercise classes, meetings, small gatherings. · It is recommended that masks be worn at all times in this space except when playing. · Social distancing (6’) must be maintained at all times in this space. · Until further notice ALL PING PONG PLAY WILL BE SINGLES ONLY!

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Sports and Games Club By Dan Skeels

The Sports and Games Club has basically been on hold for Bingo. Bocce ball and basketball has been active. All board members will be staying on for 2021. We are hopeful that 2021 will be better for us. Sports and Games did donate $500 to the Cresswind Community Fund for the charity golf tournament to benefit Hall County seniors and also to allow some of Hall County First Responders to play in the tournament. Also, a contribution of $1,000.00 to the Bench Program of the Cresswind LL Community Fund was made by our club. Page 32 | The Waterfall | January/February

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Clubs

Clubs at Cresswind

Hearts Hyde Park Club ABC Men’s Book Club International Explorers Alive & Well International Missions Club Acrylic Painting In the Stacks Billiards Investment Club Bocce Club Italian Club Book Babes Kayak Club Book Worms Ladies Bunco Bounce Club Ladies Golf Club Bourbon Cabinet Club Ladies Hand & Foot Bourbon Tasting Ladies Poker Bowling league Line Dance - Traditional Bridge Education Line Dance - Intermediate Chorus Line Dance – Cardio(Advanced) Cooking Club Living Stylishly with Neighbors Clogging. Beginner Mah Jongg Clogging - Intermediate Make & Take Crafts Community Flag Club Men’s Bible Study Community Fund (501C·3) Men’s Card Club Cone 5/6 Exchange Men’s Golf Club Couple’s Bible Study Men’s Softball Club Cover to Cover Book Club Mexican Train Club Crafty Creators Mixed Card Group Cresswind Car Club Model Railroad Club Cresswind Performing Arts Club Needlecraft Cribbage Club @ CLL Neighborhood Theatre Dance Rhythms Oil Painting Duplicate Bridge Performing Arts Technical Team Fishing Club Photography French Club Pickleball Club Friday Samba Ping Pong Club Garden Club Pinochle Genealogy Club Playscript Readers Club Glaucoma Support Club Pokeno Great Decisions Poker Club Pottery Club Hand & Foot Canasta Club

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Quilting Reading Between the Wines Rubber Bridge Rummikub RV Club Samba Club 2nd Monday Book Club Scene Actors Guild (SAG) Sequence Shalom Club SLAC Slot Car Club Small Band Club Social Singles Spades Spanish Club Sports & Games Stamp Club Storytellers Tanglers Tennis Club The Falls Investment Club The Way Bible Study 3rd Monday Afternoon Book Club Travel Club Trail Club Tuesday Morning Book Club Ukulele Club Variety Show Club Veterans Inc (501C-3) Watercolor Painting Wendy’s Choreography Wine Tasting Writers in the Wind Women’s Bible Study

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What’s Happening

The Quilting Club By Evelyne Palmer

The Quilting Club ended 2020 on a successful note even though we were not able to return to meet as a Club. Working individually, the Club has completed a total of 200 lap quilts (100 more since October 2018) and they were delivered to Legacy Link in time for distribution to those in need. We are very proud of this accomplishment, and thank the Cresswind community for supporting us at the Fall Festival where we sold our projects, guaranteeing materials for 2021 donations. Our Club is small but all members play a big role leading to our success. This year our Club will be led by Jonnie Grimm, who will challenge us even more by introducing new and different techniques, along with favorites of individual members who will be teaching their projects. We welcome any resident to join us. Contact Jonnie at jonniegrimm@outlook.com or Sheran Connolly at sheranconnolly@gmail.com for information. We are slowly starting to return and meet every Thursday, 1:00 to 4:00 pm in the Arts and Craft room in restricted numbers. Stop by, meet us, and see the work we do. We do many quilting related projects, big and small, work at individual levels, and have fun! MASKS continue to be a requirement. The Club is available to offer assistance to our fellow residents if you have any quilting projects you started and now have the time to finish.

Cresswind Investment Club

By Janet Nelson A slate of officers for 2021 was elected, which includes: Leo Cortjens, President Len Greco, Vice president, Debbie Coursey-Prah, Treasurer Jack George, Assistant Treasurer, Lois Dillard, Secretary, Janet Nelson and Cathy Hoskinson, members at large. We continue to meet on Zoom, which has worked quite well for several months. Doing research in small groups has proved effective for increasing our knowledge and encouraging all to participate, and we have further diversified our portfolio by introducing more small-cap growth stocks. I believe most members are happy with the return we are getting from our investments! For anyone who might be interested in joining, please email Leo at leo.cortjens@ gmail.com, or Len at lengreco1104@aol.com, to make arrangements to visit a Zoom meeting. We meet on the first Monday of each month at 1 pm.

International Missions Club Update By Tom Flaim

THANKS FOR THE WALK4WATER SUPPORT! The autumn Walk4Water was a huge success with 215 Cresswind resident walkers, a dozen local business sponsors, and 51 Cresswind volunteers. CHECK OUT WHAT’S COMING NEXT! • ON-LINE AUCTION AND TRIVIA NIGHT - On Sunday February 21st, we will be hosting a Cresswind family and friends on-line Auction and Trivia Event. Be sure to look at the Cresswind Daily Updates for registration and detailed information. Please contact us if you would like to donate a gift card (i.e., VISA, Home Depot, Publix, Airline Miles, etc.) or items of value that could be auctioned. • SPRING WALK4WATER – Save the date of April 17th for our next semi-annual Walk4Water. To view the video from the Autumn Walk4Water, please visit https://www.wateratworkministry.org/post/walking-for-water For information or to volunteer on any of our events, please contact James Burzotta at jburzotta@gmail.com. Page 36 | The Waterfall | January/February

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