Hometown Herald September 2021

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HOMETOWN HERALD

September 2021

The Official Newsletter for the Hamilton Mill Community Association

DESIGN GUIDELINE

UPDATES

COMMUNITY WIDE YARD SALE

Chastain NIGHT

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Welcome

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Welcome to Our Newest Residents Jason Lapene

Nicholas Brown

John Lee

Joseph Cyr

Ryan O’Connell

Timothy Driver

Mirela Olariu

Mohamed Elfilali

Kiwan Park

Michael Evans

Sean Ruben

Joanne Francois

Melissa Sanchez

Jason Fleming

Tamecia Sanders

Brijesh George

Trey Selby

Aaron Hernandez

Kamil Szymaniak

Javier Juarez

Hitendra Verma

Jinhyung Kim

and their families!

The Board of

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DIRECTORS Get to Know Your Board Members President: Jerry Hanes Vice President: E’Lane Tullis Treasurer: Allison Heusel Secretary: Bill Jennings Member at Large: Sam Basquin Member at Large: Allan Tucker Member at Large: Karen Taylor Like Hamilton Mill, A Hometown on Facebook

To advertise in the Hometown Herald, contact Leah Nelson at The Times - 770.535.6330 - lnelson@gainesvilletimes.com The Hometown Herald 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 Hamilton Mill 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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Chastain Night insideISthis BACK!!!

ISSUE Design Guideline Changes

OUTDOOR CONCERT BOGEY AND THE VICEROY

Upcoming Events

SatURDAY, SEPT. 25

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Lakeview Soccer Field Doors at 6:30pm/ BAND starts at 7:30pm

TICKETS ON SALE VIA EVENTBRITE in August SPONSORS WANTED! Email hmillevents@gmail.com Tennis News

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BOGEY AND THE VICEROY Atlanta’s dance band! Bogey & the Viceroy performances lead to packed dance floors and good times!

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SatURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 AT THE LAKEVIEW SOCCER FIELDS Doors at 6:30pm / BAND starts at 7:30pm LAWN $10 / TABLE SEAT $20

TICKETS ON SALE NOW AT hmillchastainnight2021.eventbrite.com

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HELPFUL INFORMATION

SHABEN & ASSOCIATES

GOVERNMENT SERVICES

ACTIVITIES DEPARTMENT

Emergency ......................................................... 911 Police Headquarters............................770.513.5000 Non Emergency...................................770.513.5700 Gwinnett Sheriff/Jail..............................770.619.6500 County Courthouse..............................770.822.8000 Dacula City Hall...................................770.963.7451 Dacula Post Office...............................770.962.4390 Poison Control......................................404.616.9000 Fire Headquarters.................................678.518.5018 Station 18.............................................678.518.5018 Tag Office............................................770.822.8801 Drivers License Services........................770.995.6855 Property Tax..........................................770.822.8800 Voter Registration.................................770.226.7210 Animal Control.....................................770.339.3200 Gwinnett Senior Services......................770.822.8850

Email: hmillevents@gmail.com

UTILITIES

ON-SITE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Ph: 678.546.3737 1669 Hamilton Mill Parkway, Dacula, GA 30019 Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm Email: PropertyManager@Hmill.com Property Manager: Maureen Murphy CORPORATE OFFICE (for after-hours common area maintenance emergencies)

Shaben Main Office: 770.271.2252 After Hours Emergency: 770.271.2252 P.O. Box 3189 Suwanee, GA 30024-0989

You are welcome to contact the Activities Office via email at hmillevents@gmail.com for information on planned events or to RSVP for an event.

TENNIS SHOP

Ph: 770.945.6452 milltennis@bellsouth.net HAMILTON MILL COUNTRY CLUB

Ph: 770.945.4653 www.hamiltonmillcc.com

Gwinnett Co. Solid Waste Mgnt............770.822.7141 Water Resources..................................678.376.6700 Buford Gas...........................................770.945.6761 Jackson EMC/Street Light Outage........770.963.6166 Charter Communications....................678.410.9362 AT&T.....................................................800.436.8638 Direct Satellite/Dish Network.................678.714.1495 For a complete listing of Gwinnett County Departments, please visit www.gwinnettcounty.com/portal/gwinnett/Departments

PUBLIC SCHOOLS Puckett’s Mill Elementary School................ 678.765.5110 www.pmseonline.org

Osborne Middle School....................... 770.904.5400 GWINNETT POLICE NON-EMERGENCY

www.gwinnett.k12/ha.us/OsborneMS.home.org

Ph: 770.513.5700

Millcreek High School........................... 678.714.5850

STREET MAINTENANCE

Dacula High School............................. 770.963.6664

Contact Gwinnett County at 770.822.7474 to report a problem with street, curb or sidewalk.

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

MAILBOX REPLACEMENT/REPAIR

All mailboxes must be the same as a Community-Wide Standard: STYLE 311K • Sign Kwik 770.623.1669 • Mailbox Maven, Kathy Ramatowski: 678.551.8591 • Addresses of Distinction: 770.436.6198 www.aodmailboxes.com These are resources only, no recommendations or assurances are made by the Association.

AMENITY CARD REPLACEMENT

Hamilton Mill Amenity Cards are available to goodstanding residents. Please call 678.546.3737 or 678.546.1597 to set up an appointment. Replacement cards/tenant cards are $25 each. Check or money order ONLY. No cash or credit cards accepted.

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Hebron Christian Academy..................770.962.9250 Dacula Classical Academy.................678.377.0080 Oak Hill Classical School............................. 770.338.7945 Sugar Hill Christian Academy...............678.745.4121 Greater Atlanta Christian......................770.243.2258 HOSPITALS/URGENT CARE

Gwinnett Medical Center.....................678.312.1000 ChoiceOne Urgent Care - Hamilton Mill...... 470.326.7300 Northeast Georgia Medical Center.....770.219.9000 Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta........... 404.150.KIDS Northeast Georgia Urgent Care...........770.848.6195 LOST DOG/CATS/ANIMAL DISTURBANCES

If you have lost your pet, please email the On-Site Property Management and they will be happy to email the community. Please also contact the Gwinnett County Animal Control at 770.513.5100 to report your lost pet or if a dangerous pet is running loose.

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HAMILTON MILL HOMES SOLD IN THE LAST 45 DAYS Address Desc.

Basement

2983 Cambridge Hill Drive 2046 BAKERS MILL Road 3506 Glen Mist Place 2431 Floral Valley Drive 1120 Forest Heights Terrace 4105 Greenside Court 1668 Autumn Sage Drive 1921 Carriage Brook Court 3404 Mill Place Court 3083 MILL GROVE Terrace 4050 Greenside Court 3989 Walkers Ridge Court 3355 VISTA CREEK Drive 3767 Coralberry Way 2570 Millwater Crossing 1673 Autumn Sage Drive 1355 Lamont Circle 1145 Lamont Circle 2117 Bakers Mill Road 3395 Millwater Crossing 3614 Autumn Sage Court 3610 MILLWATER Crossing 1663 Autumn Sage Drive 1456 HIGHLAND HEIGHTS Trail 3405 Vista Creek Drive 3183 Mill Grove Terrace 1744 Lake Heights Circle

Finished Unfinished Finished Finished Finished Finished Finished Finished Finished Finished Finished Finished Finished Finished Finished Finished Unfinished Finished Finished Finished Unfinished Finished Unfinished Unfinished Unfinished None Finished

Current Listings

Bed Bath 5 5 5 5 6 5 6 6 5 5 6 4 4 5 6 6 4 6 4 5 5 6 5 5 5 5 4

Half

6 4 4 5 5 4 5 5 4 4 5 4 3 4 5 5 4 4 3 3 4 5 4 3 3 3 2

1 1 1 0 0 1 0 0 2 0 0 1 2 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1

Year Built 2015 2008 2002 2002 2001 2003 2004 2004 2000 2001 2003 1996 2000 2002 1999 2004 2001 2000 1997 1995 2005 2002 2004 2000 2000 2001 1999

List Price

Sales Price

$1,225,000 $935,000 $799,000 $799,000 $639,900 $650,000 $650,000 $615,000 $625,000 $599,900 $599,900 $600,000 $580,000 $575,000 $600,000 $559,000 $525,000 $500,000 $495,000 $499,900 $525,000 $484,000 $525,000 $474,900 $450,000 $389,900 $399,900

1,165,000 1,000,000 815,000 775,000 693,000 680,000 650,000 650,000 645,000 640,300 636,500 605,000 580,000 580,000 575,000 559,000 546,000 540,000 532,550 530,000 525,000 515,000 512,000 485,000 475,000 420,000 415,000

Total

Slab

Unfinished Basement

Finished Basement

$700,000 and Up

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0

0

4

$500,000 - $700,000

7

1

2

4

$0-$500,000

5

4

0

1

TOTAL

16

5

2

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*23 Homes are currently UNDER CONTRACT

Closing Date 7/15/2021 6/29/2021 8/3/2021 7/8/2021 7/2/2021 6/25/2021 8/4/2021 7/12/2021 6/29/2021 7/15/2021 6/29/2021 7/30/2021 7/21/2021 7/9/2021 7/2/2021 7/12/2021 7/23/2021 7/20/2021 7/27/2021 7/28/2021 7/26/2021 6/25/2021 7/15/2021 7/29/2021 7/6/2021 7/16/2021 7/30/2021

SqFt

Days on Market

$5,000 $0 $0 $5,000 $0 $5,000 $10,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $2,000 $0 $5,000 $0 $5,000 $0 $0 $2,500 $5,000 $0 $1,500 $5,500 $755 $2,500 $0 $0

7,207 7,722 5,537 4,759 5,605 5,056 5,180 5,141 5,013 3,876 5,192 4,357 4,646 3,611 5,051 4,572 4,618 5,889 4,262 4,541 3,156 5,318 3,828 3,322 3,065 2,725 3,027

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FROM THE BOARD

DESIGN GUIDELINE UPDATES Homeowners,

The Board of Directors has just completed an exhaustive review of our Design Guidelines so we would like to take this opportunity to inform you of the changes that have been made.

While many of the changes have been cosmetic in nature there are some areas where extensive work was done to either clarify or add new content to the document. Therefore, we have published two documents to the website, which can be found by going to the Document Center and clicking on the “HOA Governing Documents” folder: 1. Design Guidelines Revised June 2021 – Marked Up: This document, while not very pleasing to look at, details everything that was changed from the prior version to the new version.

2. Design Guidelines Revised June 2021: This document is a cleaned-up version with all changes made to make it easier to read.

In addition to the cosmetic changes made, the following sections of the Design Guidelines have been updated and/or added in this version: • Roofing – Verbiage was added to address patching of existing roofs • Driveways – Verbiage was added to clarify the maximum length and width driveways must be.

• Parking Pads - Verbiage was added to clarify the maximum length and width Parking Pads may be.

• Exterior Lighting – Verbiage was added to address how far apart landscape lighting should be and where they should be installed.

• Exterior Decorative Objects – Verbiage was added to clarify where bird houses, bird baths and bird feeders should be installed.

• Woodpiles, Air Conditioning Units & Garbage Cans/Recycle Bins – Verbiage was added to clarify firewood piles including where and how much firewood can be stored as well as how it should be stored.

• Basketball Goals – Added verbiage to reiterate that modification requests are required for all basketball goals.

• Parking – Added verbiage to reiterate that car covers are not allowed for vehicles parked outside of a garage.

• Landscaping – Verbiage was added regarding landscape spacing as well as flowerpots in landscape beds.

• Solar Installation Design Guidelines (NEW) – Verbiage has been added providing guidance on the installation of solar energy devices and panels.

• Exhibit “A” Fence Guidelines – Verbiage has been added that describes Type 3, 5, 6 and 7 fences to go with the pictures that are in the document.

As usual we thank you for supporting the Board of Directors and the work we do to ensure Hamilton Mill remains a premiere neighborhood.

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SOCIAL NEWS

Conner Lorre,

Variety of Legends Show What a wonderful night we had with Mr. Lorre! Hamilton Mill residents and guests came out on Saturday, July 10 for a special treat – Conner Lorre – straight from Las Vegas, to Branson, to right here in Dacula, GA! He started his singing impressionist show with Elvis and friendly competition between the men and the ladies in the room. He delighted us with songs from Neil Diamond, The Cars, Brooks and Dunn, Jimmy Buffet, Dean Martin, and even paid tribute to our flag and the veterans in the room with Lee Greenwood’s “God Bless the USA”.

Everyone had a great time singing along and answering the trivia questions! We hope to have Conner back very soon!

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SOCIAL NEWS

Chastain Night IS BACK!!!

OUTDOOR CONCER BOGEY AND THE VICE SatURDAY, SEPT. 25

Lakeview Soccer Field Doors at 6:30pm/ BAND starts at 7:30

TICKETS ON SALE VIA EVENTBRITE in Aug SPONSORS WANTED! Email hmillevents@g

BOGEY AND THE VICEROY Atlanta’s dance band! Bogey & the Viceroy performances lead to packed dance floors and good times!

SatURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 AT THE LAKEVIEW SOCCER FIELDS Doors at 6:30pm / BAND starts at 7:30pm LAWN $10 / TABLE SEAT $20 TICKETS ON SALE NOW AT hmillchastainnight2021.eventbrite.com 10 | HOMETOWN HERALD | September 2021

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SOCIAL NEWS

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Father’s Day

Tennis Committee Tennis Committee Meeting 7:00pm Meeting 7:00pm

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Sunday Women Fall ALTA play begins

Pool Closing Party 3-6pm

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SUNDAY

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Grounds and Facilities Meeting 6:30pm

Memorial Day!

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Labor Day Holiday Rosh Hashanah (begins at sundown)

MONDAY

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National Son Day

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International Day of Peace

Pickleball Meeting 7:00pm

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Senior Day Women play begins

Social Committee Meeting 6:45pm

TUESDAY

Join us for any of the listed events RSVP to Hmillevents@gmail.com!

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National Coffee Day

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First Day of Fall

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Yom Kippur (begins at sundown)

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Senior Day Men play begins

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WEDNESDAY

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Thursday Women Fall ALTA play begins

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Electronics Recycling at the Lakeview Clubhouse 10am – 2:30pm

THURSDAY

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Community Wide Yard Sale

FRIDAY

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National Daughter Day

25 Chastain Night with Bogey and the Viceroy, doors at 6:30pm

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Junior Fall ALTA play begins

11 Men’s Fall ALTA play begins

SATURDAY

Join us for any of the listed events RSVP to Hmillevents@gmail.com

Other

Meetings

Social Events

Swim Team

Tennis

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HAMILTON MILL CALENDAR

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TENNIS AND PICKLEBALL NEWS

HAMILTON MILL PICKLEBALL INTRO TO PICKLEBALL New to Pickleball? We’ve got the courses you need. Build court confidence, develop technique, and prepare for Social Play!

Intro to Pickleball classes include four (4) monthly sessions and are open to all first-time players, as well as players returning from a prolonged hiatus.

Wear Sneakers and Comfortable Clothes Monday: 9:00am – 10:00am Tuesday: 7:00pm – 8:00pm July and August Session are open for registration now!!

INTERMEDIATE CLINIC Skill development on techniques as well as drills to help improve every area of the court. Prior experience with shots, strokes, and scoring knowledge.

Monday: 7:00pm – 8:00 pm

ADVANCED CLINIC Advanced skill development on techniques as well as drills to help improve every area of the court. Prior experience with shots, strokes, and tournament experience.

HAMILTON MILL TENNIS JUNIOR TENNIS PROGRAM

We have groups and levels for all players!! All programs are billed monthly.

Level 1: Little Tennis Ages: 5 –8 Time: Monday & Wednesday 4:00-5:00pm Little Tennis Emphasizes: • Hand-eye coordination • Basic rules of the game • Basic stroke production • Racket maneuverability

• Stroke production • Ball control and direction • Tennis rules and etiquette • Movement and Footwork • Ball and racket contact point

Level 2: New/Beginner/ Beginner-Intermediate Players Ages: 9+ Time: Monday & Wednesday 5:00-6:30 pm Level 2 Emphasizes: balance • Tennis fundamentals • Court awareness • Stroke production • Accuracy and consistency • Movement/Footwork and • Ball control Level 3: BeginnerIntermediate/Intermediate/Intermediate-Advanced Ages 9+ Time: Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7:00 pm Level 3 Emphasizes: • Accuracy and consistency awareness • Speed and power • Net game and Strategy • Agility, Footwork and balance • Serve development • Stroke production • Top/Under Spin development • Movement and court • Ball control Contact the Shop to sign up!!

Thursday: 7:00 – 8:00 P.M.

JUNIOR PICKLEBALL Ages: 12 – 17yr This is a fun and successful way for students to learn to play pickleball. It is designed to bring kids to the game by developing important skills all tailored to the skill of the student. Students will learn basic technique, strategy, and tactics. It will prepare kids for match-play.

Mark Your Calendar 9/7 – Senior Day Women play begins 9/8 – Senior Day Men play begins 9/9 – Thursday Women Fall ALTA play begins 9/11 – Men’s Fall ALTA play begins 9/11 – Junior Fall ALTA play begins 9/12 – Sunday Women Fall ALTA play begins

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TENNIS AND PICKLEBALL NEWS

HAMILTON MILL WOULD LIKE TO WELCOME MICHELLE MILLIMAN!!

“Six years ago, I found this crazy sport called Pickleball and quickly became addicted to the game! Pickleball has helped to improve my overall fitness level, introduced me to so many great people from all over, given me a fun, healthy and competitive outlet, and has taught me a ton about myself. I play and/or drill nearly every day, run competitive weekly pickleball challenges in Athens, as well as run Club Wars Pickleball tournaments which brings in over 300 competitors from several different states to each event. I LOVE introducing this amazing sport to new people as well as helping current players improve their pickleball game!”

Michelle Milliman

ADULT TENNIS CLINICS Stroke of the Week This clinic will focus on a different aspect of stroke production or shot each week.

Friday: 9:30am-10:30am Cardio Tennis Come out for some heart pumping, calorie burning Tennis!!

Wednesday: 9:30 – 10:30am Thursday: 7:00pm – 8:00pm Tennis 101 Tennis 101 is great way to learn the basics of tennis and get stared in the game of a lifetime.

Tuesday: 7:00 – 8:00pm Drop-in Clinics 1 hr $15.00

TENNIS SHOP

THE BALL MACHINE IS A GREAT WAY TO GROOVE YOUR STROKES! The Ball Machine is here and available to rent. Call or email the shop to reserve your time today!

CONTACTS Hamilton Mill Tennis Shop Milltennis@bellsouth.net (770) 945-6452 Tim Dutton Tennis Director Tim.hmilltennis@gmail.com (678) 887-4543 Grove Carmona Head Professional / Junior Programming Grovo.hmiltennis@gmail.com (678) 982-1938

Chris Benzinger Staff Professional / Junior Development Chris.hmilltennis@gmail.com (678) 362-9218 Walter Putnam Pickleball Instructor (404) 583-3177 Michelle Milliman Pickleball Instructor (585) 208-6913

Monday – Thursday: 9:00am-12:00pm, 4:30pm-6:30pm Friday & Saturday: 9:00am-12:00pm Sunday: 12:30pm-3:30pm

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As summer comes to a close and we begin to see the season change into Fall, the Social Committee would like to take this opportunity to celebrate one of our own -

April Williams.

April has been an integral part of the Hamilton Mill community, serving on the social committee for the last 6 years and acting as the Activities Director for almost 5 of those years. During this time, April has been able to build wonderful events for our community to enjoy and look forward to each year.

Her desire to grow current relationships and build new relationships with our event vendors has allowed Hamilton Mill to feel like home to those who have helped to bring our events to life. As April has welcomed in new Social Committee members, her love and commitment for this community has only served to be contagious to those around her. While she has worn many hats as our Activities Director, some visible and others behind the scenes, she has also been an amazing wife, mother, friend, business woman and leader. It is with a mixture of excitement and sadness that we say good-bye to April as our Activities Director.

April- words will never be enough to convey our gratitude for having the ability to know, learn from and share our time with you. We are so excited to see you continue to be successful in this next chapter of your life and career. We know you and your family will continue to do wonderful things! We wish you all the happiness this change will bring and look forward to seeing your smiling face at future events!

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RECIPE

Sangria

Versatile Cocktail for Any Season

Everyone should have a go-to sangria recipe in his or her cocktail repertoire.

Sangria, when done right, can be a highly refreshing punch that is at home any time of the year.

Sangria can be enjoyed on its own and sipped on a lazy, sunny afternoon, or paired with a delicious meal. Sangria recipes also can be changed according to the mixologist’s desired flavor profile. The goal is to avoid making sangria too sweet, which is why recipes often benefit from a variety of tart fruits and fresh herbs.

This recipe for “Aprium Sangria” from “Edible Seattle: The Cookbook” (Sterling Epicure) by Jill Lightner features sour cherries and Apriums, which are an apricotplum hybrid. Apriums come in various colors and flavors. This sangria offers floral notes and sweetness, but also a touch of tartness from the cherries. When selecting a Sauvignon Blanc to mix in, opt for one that is not too sweet or acidic.

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Aprium Sangria Makes 6 servings 3/4 3/4 2 8 1 3

cup pitted sour cherries cup sugar cups vodka apriums or plumcots peeled, pitted and diced (750 ml) bottle Sauvignon Blanc 12 ounce bottles dry cucumber soda

Directions 1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the cherries and sugar, stirring and pressing the fruit to extract the juice and dissolve the sugar. Remove from the heat as soon as all the sugar is dissolved and let cool. Combine the cherries and vodka in a small pitcher and refrigerate overnight.

2. The next day, strain out the cherries, pressing the fruit firmly to extract plenty of juice. In a large pitcher, gently blend the cherry-flavored vodka with the apriums, then slowly pour in the bottle of Sauvignon Blanc, stirring gently. Chill for at least 3 hours.

3. To serve, add a few ice cubes to a highball glass and fill the glass two-thirds of the way with sangria, using a spoon if necessary to make sure each glass has a generous serving of fruit. Top up with dry cucumber soda and gently stir to combine.

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FLICKS ON THE BRICKS

Friday, September 3, 2021 8:00pm

Flicks on the Bricks runs alongside Food Truck Friday with the Wizard of Oz on September 3. Movies start at 8pm and the screen will be to the left of the Festival Center Stage. Expect to see characters from the movie or other themed entertainment there while you enjoy a great time on Duluth Town Green. https://www.duluthga.net

COOL CARS & TRAINS SHOW AT SOUTHEASTERN RAILWAY MUSEUM

Saturday, September 4, 2021 11:00am to 3:00pm

The Georgia Cool Cruisers Car show proceeds benefit the Southeastern Railway Museum. There will be many years, makes and models on display. Hot Dogs, burgers, and drinks will be available. http://www.trainmuseum.org

BLIPPI THE MUSICAL

Saturday, September 4, 2021 2:00pm Blippi The Musical brings the energetic and loveable character Blippi off the screen and onto the stage with world-class production, audience engagement and amazing music. Children from the ages of 2 to 7 years old across the world have quickly taken a liking to Blippi’s charismatic personality and innovative teaching lessons! In the live show they will continue to learn about the world around them while singing and dancing along with this one of a kind show. https://blippi.com

GWINNETT COUNTY FAIR

September 16-26, 2021

Gwinnett County Fair is a 11 day event held at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds in Lawrenceville. This family friendly event showcases livestock shows, carnival rides, games and live entertainment. https:// www.gwinnettcountyfair.com

JAPANFEST

September 18 and 19, 2021 10:00am to 6:00pm Join us in celebrating JapanFest’s 35th Anniversary! Come immerse yourself in live music & dance performances, martial arts & cultural workshops, Anime & so much more! Enjoy our various Japanese food vendors & Beer Garden or have some fun at our game booths! Don’t forget to stop by our various Japanese vendors and business booths to learn more about Japanese goods!

Experience the rich culture of

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Japan, right here in Georgia. 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth, GA 30097 http://www.japanfest.org

NEIGHBORHOOD NIGHT MARKET IN LAWRENCEVILLE

September 17 and 18, 2021 12:00pm to 8:00pm

Inspired by the Atlanta International Night Market, the City of Lawrenceville is hosting a small-scale version of the event on September 17 & 18 at the Lawrenceville Lawn. General admission is Free. Enjoy a diverse selection of food, music, and activities during the two-day event.

The event begins on Friday, September 17th with LIVE in the DTL – A Summer Concert Event Series featuring a performance by Uptown Funk – Tribute to Bruno Mars! Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome and attendance will be limited.

On Saturday, September 18th, the Neighborhood Market will take place from 12pm – 8pm, showcasing a cultural experience for all attendees.

The event will include cultural performances and food selections from around the world. https://www.downtownlawrencevillega.com

NORCROSS ART SPLASH FESTIVAL

October 2-3, 2021 10:00am to 6:00pm

Ninety artists from across the country will show off their talents with folk art, ceramics, paintings, photography, mixed media, fiber art, metalwork, and of course, jewelry. Bring the kids for an interactive Kidz Zone with face painting, sand art and inflatable rides. Festival food and drink available. https://www.splashfestivals.com/events-festivals/norcross-art-splash

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