Reunion June 2023

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you for letting me live my dream”

After a 10-year-run at Reunion’s Meeting House, the curtain closed on the Empty Nester Actors Guild in April’s meeting, as founder, producer & director Merridee Michelsen emotionally thanked her neighbors for their support over the past 10 years.

Michelsen, ever the producer, worked with the newly formed company Sally Quinn Studios to create a permanent DVD of the “Decade of Drama”. That video was shown to an audience of about 60 attendees (many of whom had starred in or worked on the production of these plays). It was met with both laughter and applause!

Michelsen went on to call the Empty Nester drama productions “…one of the most challenging and yet inspirational times in my life, and it was the dedication of performers and the support of those behind the scene, including audiences, year after year that gave me the opportunity to live my dream.”

Merridee’s troupe of Empty Nesters and another dozen or so stagehands (all Reunion volunteers)

began with the name Nester Theatre and morphed over ten years to become known as the Reunion Empty Nester Actors Guild. Merridee, who has her doctorate as an educational psychologist, spent countless hours writing, producing and directing shows including Grease, The Odd Couple, Steel Magnolias, Damn Yankees and The Music Man.

The Empty Nesters meet on the third Saturday evening each month (except for June & July), and we’d love to have you join us. The only qualification: no dependent kids at home. We welcome singles and couples of any age who fall into this category. For information, contact Joanne Giel, one of the Empty Nester co-chairs, at joannegiel@yahoo.com

“Thank

--Merridee Michelsen, Founder, Reunion Empty Nester Actors Guild

Vehicles and Parking:

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Friendly Reminders from the Convenience Committee

No boat, trailer, camper, recreational, or other vehicle type may be parked or stored in open view on residential property for more than twenty-four hours. All cars parked in open view and not in a garage must be operable and may not be unsightly.

No vehicle/golf cart may be parked on any yard. As a rule, parking vehicles on the streets within the community is prohibited. Temporary parking (four hours or less) is allowed if the Owner's driveway is full, not a nuisance to neighbors, or an impediment to traffic flow. The vehicle must be parked with traffic. Owners are responsible for guest parking and must ensure that guests park safely and not impede access to other driveways and traffic.

Decks:

A form must be submitted for all decks and sent to reunionmodifications5609@gmail.com

The form must include the following: A site plan denoting location, dimensions, materials, and color. In most cases, the deck may not extend past the sides of the home. Materials must be cedar, cypress, or No. 2 grade or better pressuretreated pine.

may be parked or twenty-four hours. operable and may not be parking vehicles on the parking (four hours or less) neighbors, or an traffic. Owners are park safely and not materials, and color

Color must be natural or painted to match the exterior color of the home.

Vertical supports for wood decks must be a minimum six-inch by sixinch (6" X 6") wood post or painted metal pole, preferably boxed-in to appear like a six-inch by 6 inches (6" X 6") wooden post. Owners are advised that a building permit may be required for a deck.

Mailboxes:

Please make sure to put a fresh coat of paint on the mailboxes using a satin black for the color. You can get the antique gold pens for the Reunion Logo at any local hardware store. The flag should be painted in high visible Emergency Red Gloss outdoor paint. The mailbox numbers should be 2" gold numbers. It must be on both sides of the mailbox.

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Happy 11th Birthday to our Boo Bear, Preston. You made us parents and we couldn’t be more proud of the young man that you are. We hope you always know that you are SO loved by everyone that knows you, but especially by us. Love, Dad, Mom, Ella, and Anniston

Happy 6th birthday to our strong, smart, beautiful and fearless Chloe! May your birthday wishes come true. We love you more than you’ll ever know! Ma, Dad & Caiden

Happy Father’s Day Steven!! You’re their favorite. Who gets picked for car rides. Encourager and joke teacher. Thank you for hanging their moon and stars and always showing up for them! Love you most! ~ Wifey

Happy 7th birthday Aram and Naya!! We all love you guys so much!!

-Mommy, Boba and Lena

Happy 2nd Birthday to our sweet and spicy Anna Kate! We love you so much baby girl! You are always making us laugh and you give the best hugs. So thankful God gave us YOU! Love, Mommy, Daddy, Addilyn, and Anderson.

Happy 15th birthday London! Watch out world we have a new driver on the streets. Love Mom, Dad, and Troy

Carter, you’re 5! You light up our world and we are so thankful for you! Love, Mama and Daddy.

Happy 10th Birthday, Aubrey! I don’t know how you are already in double digits! You bring so much excitement and joy to our family. We love you much! Hope it’s the best birthday ever!

Watch out, Reunion roads - Tucker’s turning 15! Happy Birthday to our fun-loving, hard-working, talented son. You’ve got some big milestones coming up this year, and we can’t wait to celebrate them all with you. We love you and are so proud of you. LoveMomma, Dad, and Molly

Happy 5th Birthday sweet girl! We love you!

Happy 17th Birthday Jake!!!

We hope it’s a great year, full of excitement!! We love you!!

Love, Dad, Mom, & Bryce

Happy 7th birthday Gage! We love you so much! You completed our family of 4! Love- Mom, Dad, and Grant

Victoria Marsh

Saturday June, 17 9-11 am

Donuts, Coffee and Juice will be provided in the meeting house

FREE EVENT but please RSVP with the Activities Director for planning

Purposes

Reunion Swin Lessons

9:30 am Preschool Aquatics 1 (Ages 3-5)

No water experience necessary. Child will become familiar with the water without the parent. Skills include introduction to front kicks, blowing bubbles, breath control, underwater exploration, front/back glide, coordinated arm strokes, kicks and arm strokes on back, short breaths of air, introduction to lifejackets and pool rules.

10:00 am Preschool Aquatics 2 (Ages 4-5)

Advanced preschool class skills include front/back kicks, under water exploration, front/back glide, coordinated arm strokes and kicks on front/back, rotary breathing and elementary backstroke.

10:30 am Level 1/2 Introduction to Water Skills and Fundamental Aquatic Skills (Ages 6 & up)

Learn basics of swimming including entering/exiting the water, holding your breath

underwater, supported and unsupported front/back float, flutter kicking, alternating arm strokes front/ back, submerging in chest deep water, coordinated arm stroke, explore deep water.

11:00 am Level 3 Stroke Development (Must pass Level 2 skills)

Skills include jumping in deep water, head-first entries, retrieving an object from the bottom, breathing, front/back glide for distance, treading water for 30 seconds, changing body position in deep water, front/back crawl, elementary backstroke, and butterfly kick.

Sessions:

Session 1 June 5th - June 8th

Session 2 June 12th - June 15th

Session 3 June 19th - June 22nd

Session 4 June 26th- June 29th

Session 5 July 10th - July 13th

$100 per session

Register & pay online at reunionswimlessons.com

For more information please contact Brett Radosta 678-558-2424 or Faith Radosta 770-815-8111.

Reunion

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catching Pickleball fever! Pickleball fever!

REUNION PICKLEBALL HISTORY

In October 2020, a small group of Reunion Empty Nesters started pickleball in our neighborhood. Pickleball lines were painted on tennis court #5 and several open play sessions were played each week. Currently, over 150 Reunion residents are playing pickleball, or have expressed an interest in playing and learning the sport. Like the national trend, many of the new players are younger. Sometimes thought of as a game for older Americans, statistics show the largest age bracket of players is 18–34-yearolds (28.8% of total). According to Pickleheads.com, there are now over 36 million pickleball players in the United States.

GROUNDBREAKING ON THE NEW COURTS

This summer, Reunion will have two dedicated pickleball courts! We broke ground in late April for the new courts. Construction is expected to be completed in early July!

REUNION PICKLEBALL GROWTH

To support the continued growth in our neighborhood, new leagues are forming. Reunion will participate in the upcoming ALTA Pickleball summer league, scheduled July 10 through August 28. Come out on Monday evenings to support our teams! To help organize and grow our events, we have a new official partnership with DUPR (Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating). This rating system is used by the world’s premier Pickleball clubs, professional tours, and recreational players. Each player’s skill level is listed in DUPR under their profile. You can download the DUPR app and join the Reunion Pickleball club. This app is used for neighborhood programming (clinics, leagues, and ladders), skill assessment, and tracks improvement.

You can find more information by signing up for DUPR, the Reunion Pickleball Facebook page or by contacting the Reunion Pickleball Committee at ReunionPickleball@gmail.com.

As Pickleball has been dubbed the fastest growing sport in America it is a great time to join with our neighbors and learn to play.

THE

Day Student PROGRAM

AT EAGLE RANCH SCHOOL

This new opportunity for families with students entering grades 4-5 allows children to live at home but experience the healing community at Eagle Ranch. Our SACSaccredited school has decades of experience helping students who are struggling in areas such as behavior, social relationships and academics.

LIMITED OPENINGS ARE AVAILABLE for our pilot school year (2023-24). Families are encouraged to inquire as early as possible. Once openings are filled, families will be put on a list for future consideration.

Glenn Sosebee, DMD and T. Todd Britt, DMD

Babysitting

Ana Castro, feel free to reach me at (706) 380-3307

dog walking and pet sitting

The Dog Walkers of Braselton www.thedogwalkersofbraselton.com Beri Adams770-286-8795

Thirty-One gifts

Personal shopping experience with Senior Executive Director, Amanda Henson. www.giftswithamanda.com or email at giftswithamanda@gmail. com

Auto detailing by Bradley Hand wash, polish and interior vacuum. Right here in Reunion. 803-431-0797

All credit/debit cards and cash accepted.

Beau millwood Racquet s tringing Reliable with great prices Overnight stringing. Beau Millwood 770-5612755 or beaumillwood@gmail.com

Piano Teacher Adults & Children Becky Channell 404-226-7039, JBChannell@hotmail.com

Bagpipe Lessons

$25/hr., Performances $100/hr. Pipe Major M. L. Loudermilk 404-313-2803 or bagpiper@comcast. net

experienced Piano Teacher

Reunion Area - children & adults -call Jennifer 912-245-0922

v inyl designs

Personalized adhesive monograms, designs, and t-shirts. Email Amanda Henson at vinylgiftswithamanda@ gmail.com

mailbox numbers

HOA approved mailbox numbers. Two sets of 4 numbers $16Order at www.reunionnumbers.com

Amanda and Tim Henson at ReunionNumbers@gmail.com

Lawn Care s ervice and Pet s itting Stephen Kercher 678-677-6096

dream Clean

Pressure Washing, Surface Cleaning, Gutter Cleaning, Window Cleaning, Roof Cleaning, Awning Cleaning, Deck/Fence Staining Services

Rick @404-574-9890

Onsite hair and makeup

Award winning updos and airbrush makeup services. Homecoming/ Prom/ Bridal/ Special Event/ Halloween. Discount Available for our neighbors. Call Jessa Davis @ 404-723-0657

Calligrapher

Maria Turk 770-653-8089 20+ years’ experience addressing envelopes. Weddings, Graduations, Special Events, Certificates, Announcements, Chalkboards. TheArtisticScribe.com

neurologic music Therapy, Lessons, Audition Prep Music therapy designs interventions using musical motivation. Lauren Viljamaa, 770.881.6908 lauren.viljamaa@gmail.com

new Church s eeks members

Nearby traditional-worship Lutheran church wants you! Contact Ted Miller for info at tellmetllc@yahoo.com or 517-392-2731

s urprise s igns

Celebrate the special people in your life in a memorable way with SURPRISE SIGNS

www.facebook.com/surprisewithasign (478)747-0312

Lady Lawn & Landscape

Contract-free full yard servicing and landscaping

Contact: Laurel Meadows 470-210-8485 Laurelmmeadows@gmail.com

Two K Photography

Family portraits, Engagement sessions and Weddings.

20% Discount for Neighbors. Benjamin 678-793-7008 / twokphoto1@gmail

fRee in-home wine tasting

I bring 5 bottles of exclusive wine to taste & suggest the perfect food pairings. Jessica Stadel, Traveling Vineyard Wine Guide winebyjess@ gmail.com; 678-361-5095

d TeRRA essential Oils

Need a boost in immunity? Better sleep? Mood and discomfort help? Non-toxic cleaning solutions? Live your healthiest life through the power of nature. Alex Moore: 678-910-4465

speech and feeding Therapist

Jennifer Brown, MCD CCC-SLP

In-home and private school sessions therapy@jenniferbrownslp.com 404-401-0267

notary s ervices

In-home and remote notary services After-hours services available Discount for Reunion residents Call/text Amanda at 404993-0957

Baked goods – euro delights

Baked to order & delivered to you. eurodelightspastry.com

Christy: 404-966-1422 eurodelightspastry@gmail.com

Kate s eymour- 770.545.3888

Babysitting, pet sitting, mail collection, watering plants. CBHS Senior 2022, CPR Certified, References available 12 Stone Church Childcare provider

golf Balls

Quality used golf balls, all brands & quantities. Email for pricelist & ordering info info@golfballssouth. com

#1 s kincare!

If you’re looking for the #1 skincare products in North America R and F… msg me… treat yourself Reunion discount Jan 478-279-1228

Crafting, sewing, & embroidery Clothes hemmed or repaired. Need help? Call me. Fair prices. Reunion neighbor references. Joanne Giel 678.895.4404

f and J Travel

Specializing in cruises, all inclusive resorts and custom vacations. 770-282-8867

jmarcklinger@dreamvacations.com

PRIVATe & GROUP YOGA

Gentle, Deep Stretch, Chair Yoga, Holistic Health Coaching, Reiki, Corporate yoga, & Wellness workshops. Lovie Neu at 404-736-3937

Wedding Coordinator - Shanda Millwood - 770-538-5504 - Leave the details to me and enjoy every minute of your special occasion.

Interested in Owning your Own Business? Call me to learn about my no-cost career coaching. Joe Wenig 678-951-0024

Becca’s Bagels

6 -$8.50, 12-$16, 18 -$22 Pease place orders at least 48 hours in advance. Will deliver in Reunion. Contact me with any questions! Call/text 678-754-9313

Tutoring Authority – Christine gillespie 30 yr current educator w Masters/ Specialist Degrees. Home/online tutoring, enrichment/mentoring services. PreK-8th, gifted, ESOL & Leadership Certified. 678.438.9145