Reunion November 2022

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REALTOR?

When my wife, Brenda, and I made our decision to sell our home in Flowery Branch, we were sure that our agent of choice would be Michelle Vanderwolf with Keller Williams Realty. We were very familiar with her service in our neighborhood through friends and acquaintances. She walked us through the steps that we needed to take to prepare the home for sale, staged the home beautifully, and was very diligent in negotiating the several offers that we received. With her years of experience, we were able to sell our home for top dollar. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience!

I can’t speak highly enough of Michelle Vanderwolf (GeorgiaHomesOnMyMind) as our real estate agent. She responded fast all of the time and got the best price for our house! She made everything very easy to navigate and was always available and helpful. Her professionalism, knowledge, honesty, integrity and hard work ethics are very much appreciated and respected. I’ll definitely reach out to Michelle Vanderwolf in the future and I recommend her to all my friends and family!

Chris

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Letters to Santa

Stop by Santa’s Special Mailbox until December 20 to write your letter to Santa. Paper & pencils are ready for you. Watch your mailbox for Santa’s reply!

Not just a Ride, it’s an Experience

Explore Braselton in an early 1900s vintage-styled trolley on one of Braselton’s themed tours including Wine Hops, Historical Tours, Holiday Lights and more. Visit ExploreBraselton.com/TrolleyEvents for upcoming tours and schedules, and to buy tickets.*

Explore Braselton Trolley Tour

Explore Braselton’s storied past while seeing today’s hottest destinations.

CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE

Historic Downtown Braselton Tour

Join us for a guided tour of the downtown historic district on foot or by trolley.

*Online booking only. Drivers cannot accept payments.

Holiday Lights Trolley Tour Dec. 11-29, take a magical tour of the best holiday light displays in town.

EXPLORE BRASELTON.COM /TROLLEYEVENTS

Happy 9th birthday Livi Lu!! We love you and are so proud of the smart, kind, beautiful girl you are!!! Love, Mom, Dad, Maddie and Cooper

Happy 12th Birthday, Hannah! Every day with you is an adventure! Love, Daddy, Mommy, Abby, and Maddie

Happy Birthday Chris Martin!!! It is a big one this year so we will celebrate BIG!!

You are the best dad and husband we could ever ask for. Thank you for your unending support, involvement, patience, and love. You are our big win every day!! Love you, Sarah, Jack and Ellie

Happy 75th Birthday to my sweet Hubby! Life would be dull and empty without you! Love you more and more everyday! Happy, Happy Birthday!

Happy 12th Birthday, Landon! You are smart, outgoing, always on the go, determined, a rule follower, fun, love chocolate chip pancakes, and are the biggest sports fan there ever was! We love you very much and hope this year is awesome! Love, Mom, Dad, Tenley & Presley

Happy 6th birthday Coop Snoops!!! You are the silliest, snuggliest little baseball-loving boy around! We love you so much! Mommy, Daddy, Maddie and Livi

Please visit the Angel Tree in the Meeting House foyer & choose an ‘angel’ to help this holiday season. Names, ages & wants/needs are listed on the angel tag. program helps provide local children with gifts & basic need items.

All children with lists on our tree attend local area schools. All angel items must be delivered, unwrapped to the Activities Office by December 2.

Community NeWs

NAME THAT LEAF

Leaves fall almost nonstop during the month of November. Look for these varieties as you walk through the community.

Wishing Reunion residents a Thanksgiving celebration filled with love & laughter from family and friends.

OCTOBER YARD OF THE MONTH

Congratulations to Jeremy & Ju Bottoms 6405 Maple Park Lane

Trimmed bushes bordering the front of the house and the lush green lawn creates a neat appearance. Rocking chairs on the front porch add a welcome feel.

Welcome Scott Van Dyke to the landscape committee.

We appreciate your willingness to serve the community in this capacity.

YOTM is awarded April October. Thank you to ALL who take pride in their yard’s appearance.

Landscape committee at work:

¥ Reviewed quotes for 2023 landscape contract.

¥ Repaired lights at Dove Point entrance shining on wall and crape myrtles.

¥ Confirmed Christmas lights design with Illuminating Design, Inc.

¥ Compiled a wish list for 2023 Common Area Enhancements.

The landscape committee meets the third Monday of each month. Please direct any questions and/or comments to reunionlandscape@gmail.com

Play like DAN. Bank STRONG.

UGA defensive back Dan Jackson has the can-do spirit and talent that is making him a standout for the Bulldogs. A North Hall High graduate, Dan started his college football career as a walk-on. He quickly worked up to becoming a starting player, even earning the nickname “Dirty Dan” for his solid hits.

Dan’s rising star story is much like the rise of the Braselton area, growing from a small town into a vibrant community and hub for business and medical practices. Peach State is proud to be a partner in the success and strength of our hometown.

GivingSeasonmeans

The changing of seasons is refreshing to the soul. For children and families in crisis, a change in season may feel like a breath of fresh air. You can be a part of this change for the children and families at Eagle Ranch by making a gift to support our child and family renewal programs.

A great way to do this is through the Eagle Ranch Honor and Memorial Gift Program, where you can make a gift in honor of a family member or friend, to celebrate a special occasion, or in memory of a loved one.

Hickory Dr., BRASELTON

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A ‘Zero-Zero-Start’: Pickleball Organizer Moved from Reunion

Reunion Pickleball lost one of its founding members in September.

Brian Stancill, who was instrumental in getting our neighborhood involved in the fastest growing sport in America, has moved to another part of Hall County. He leaves behind a legacy of time, energy and good humor—and opening up a sport to many of us who had never heard of Pickleball.

Brian Stancill, who was instrumental in getting our neighborhood involved in the fastest growing sport in America, has moved to another part of Hall County. He leaves behind a legacy of time, energy and good humor and opening up a sport to many of us who had never heard of Pickleball.

“Brian is a great neighbor,” said Ron Scroggins, who lived next door to Brian and his wife Jenni. “He’s also a great sportsman.” Ron, Brian and Jenni all worked together to get the game kick -started in Reunion.

“I don’t think what I’ve done is anything extraordinary,” said Brian. “I’m just a guy who is passionate for Pickleball who moved into the neighborhood and ended up getting talked into being Chair of the Pickleball Committee,” he said with a smile.

Brian, a retired State Farm employee who grew up in Virginia but lived in the Atlanta area since 1989, said that like many of us, he was an avid tennis player before getting into Pickleball. I got talked into it by a friend’s wife,” said Brian. “I was playing tennis one day and she said come over and try it, and I could not hit the dadgum ball,” he said. “So, I tried for an hour or so and finally got the hang of it, and after that I ‘drank the cool aid’ so now I rarely play tennis and I’m a convert.”

This was back in Brian’s old neighborhood, so when he and his wife Jenni moved to Reunion, he was surprised that there was no one playing Pickleball. “So, we organized a ‘workshop’ or group lesson for about 30 people, who were the core believers. Then we made the decision to ask that Pickleball courts be painted on Court 5,” he added.

Neighbor and Pickleball player Lorraine Horner said, “Brian was always so welcoming and patient towards those of us that were just learning to play.”

Brian said he and wife Jenni will miss all their friends in Reunion. We wish Brian and Jenni many good times on the Pickleball Court as they move on to their next adventure.

The new Pickleball Committee (Chair: Sherry Johnson; Members: Ben Bolden, Jeremy Bottoms, Amanda Gambill, Vanessa Jones, and Ron Scroggins) will do its best to assure Pickleball continues to be available for all Reunion residents wanting to play this very special sport.

Brian shows off his farewell gift from the Pickleball Committee.

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Could you or a loved one benefit from a little extra companionship or support in your day-to-day life? Then this holiday season, make the most of your gift to your loved one. Our caregivers help with a variety of home care

Then this holiday season, make the most of your gift to your loved one. Our caregivers help with a variety of home care needs like cooking, shopping and errands housekeeping, transportation and

Could you or a loved one benefit from a little extra

Could you or a loved one benefit from a little extra companionship or support in your day-to-day life? Then this holiday season, make the most of your gift to your loved one. Our caregivers help with a variety of home care needs like cooking, shopping and errands housekeeping, transportation and much more! Give us a call to learn more about how we can help!

Could you or a loved one benefit from a little extra companionship or support in your day-to-day life? Then this holiday season, make the most of your gift to your loved one. Our caregivers help with a variety of home care needs like cooking, shopping and errands housekeeping, transportation and much more! Give us a call to learn more about how we can help!

The words of auctioneer Jack Ofsharick were sometimes inaudible over the sounds of the laughter he generated at September’s Empty Nester’s Annual Auction/Fundraiser.

A fun-loving crowd, who donated some very usual items, brought their credit cards and checks as their bids ranged from $1 to $50— with the proceeds going toward the Empty Nester’s treasury.

The liquid refreshments were flowing amidst one of our many great Empty Nester dinner buffets—full of wonderful entrées and delicious desserts.

Before the fun began, Empty Nester Co-Chair Sarah McElwee opened with some Empty Nester business followed by a lively group discussion and concluding with a vote on several changes to the organization’s by-laws.

People were still enjoying their desserts when Jack started the bidding with three “hand therapy” balls, which Jack said could be used by both men and women (actually, that’s the PG-13 version of what Jack said). They were sold for $1.00 to Barbara Hasaka.

Four of the next five items became property of Gail & Ted Sawyer, including a Santa’s Wish wine glass and four lamp shades.

Jack, in full stride as the Official Empty Nester Auctioneer, drove

the bidding up on two exceptional items, the first a nice outbacktype leather hat which, despite Jack modeling the hat, still sold for $20 to Stacy Cathey, who immediately (and predictably!) gave it to Rodney Smith. Rodney fashionably sported the slightly used hat the remainder of the evening.

But the evenings most expensive item went to Mitch Esposito, who outbid his fellow Nesters and bought a beautiful sketching of John Wayne on horseback. The beautifully framed art of “The Duke” took the top honors for the night’s highest bid of $50.

Among the other fun (and odd) 59 items donated to the auction included a back scratcher made from deer antlers ($7 to Kerry & Felicia Stamey), a wrought iron cook book stand and basket ($4 to Judy & Don Smith), two lightly used Pickleball paddles ($16 to Lorraine Horner) and a Moscow “nutcracker”, (sold to Susan Eyring for $14).

According to Treasurer Ron Scroggins, the Empty Nesters raised $470 thanks to the generosity of its membership.

We’d love to have you join us each month—and if you are an empty nester yourself and are interested, send an email to Sarah McElwee at smcelwee.88@gmail.com.

Have a GREAT holiday season!

“Do I heaR a DollaR? Do I heaR a DollaR? TheRe’s a DollaR oveR T heRe, T haNk you ma’am, Do I heaR T wo DollaRs?”

Alan “Dan” Winston, MD

James “Alan” Wolfe, MD

Babysitting

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

dog walking and pet sitting Terri Clark and Beri Adams Thedogwalkersofbraselton@gmail. com 770-286-8795

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.

Caregiver - experienced with excellent references. Contact Irma Bastidas at 770-967-9917 and jabastidas@att.net

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 www.winebyjess.com

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 404-9930957

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

CONCIERGE MEDICINE

a new type of care

Margaret Grifa, MD