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Welcome!
Please join Dr. Mary K. Falletta-Swegman and the Hamilton Mill Dental Staff in welcoming Dr. Ebad Habeeb to our Office!
Dr. Ebad Habeeb, is originally from Karachi, Pakistan. His family moved to United States of America when he was 10 years old where he attended Taylor Road Middle school, Chattahoochee High School and grew up in Alpharetta, Georgia. He received his Doctors of Dental Medicine (DMD) from University of Illinois at Chicago. Dr. Ebad is currently a member of the American Dental Association, The Academy of General Dentistry, and the Chicago Dental Society. He is committed to provide the best possible comprehensive care for his patients which suits their needs. He is also a firm believer in building a long-lasting relationship with his patients while providing state of the art care in all aspects of dentistry. In his free time he likes to go camping, workout, and enjoys watching movies.
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We focus on Family and Cosmetic Dentistry. There are many services we provide, and a few are listed below. Please call if you have any questions about these procedures or other procedures not listed.
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Hamilton Mill Dental Associates 3611 BRASELTON HWY, STE 104 • DACULA, GA 30019 770-945-2733 • HAMILTONMILLDENTAL.COM
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Inside THIS ISSUE Important Numbers............................3 Community Watch..............................4 Empty Nesters....................................6 Golf Cart Parade............................... 10 December Calendar.......................... 14 In the Right Light............................. 18 Reunion Buzz................................... 20 Holiday Safety.................................. 26 Neighbor to Neighbor....................... 34 Important CONTACTS
ADVERTISING INFORMATION Do you own or work for a great company and want to spread the word? The Patriot is Reunion’s monthly newsletter that is printed and distributed to over 400 homes and nearby businesses. Additional copies are available in Reunion’s Meeting House for our residents and Sales Office for prospective residents. Deadlines for ALL SUBMISSIONS to The PATRIOT
February 2018.............................. December 30, 2017 March 2018..................................... January 31, 2018 April 2018..................................... February 28, 2018 May 2018..........................................March 31, 2018 To advertise in the Reunion Patriot, contact Leah Nelson at The Times 770.535.6330 - lnelson@gainesvilletimes.com The Reunion Patriot 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 Reunion Country Club 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.
Emergency...................................................................... 911 Reunion Hall Kitchen............................ 770-967-8300 x78 Reunion Sales Office..................................... 770-967-1108 Reunion Golf Shop....................................... 770-967-8300 Activities Director: Angela Pavlichek................................... ............................................angelapavlichek@fieldstonerp.com Property Manager: Melanie Ondruska.404-920-8621 x113 .......................................... melanieondruska@fieldstonerp.com Patriot Editor: ........................ reunionnewsletter@gmail.com
Get CONNECTED Join our closed Facebook groups for Reunion Country Club residents only for another great way to meet and connect with neighbors! • Reunion Golf & Country Club • Reunion CC Neighborhood Watch • Reunion Classified
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Advisory Committee............................................. ReunionAC@gmail.com Covenants Committee................................ ReunionCovenants@gmail.com Landscape Committee............................... ReunionLandscape@gmail.com Meeting House Committee................ ReunionMeetingHouse@gmail.com Neighborhood Watch Committee.....................ReunionWatch@gmail.com Pool Committee...................................................ReunionPool@gmail.com Tennis Committee............................................ ReunionTennis@gmail.com Welcome Committee................................... ReunionWelcome@gmail.com Social Committee......................................................................................... Contact the Activites Director...............angelapavlichek@fieldstonerp.com December 2017
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DID You KNOW? Monthly friendly advice for our Reunion neighbors about covenants issues & guidelines
Can’t find your copy of Reunion’s Covenants or Design Standards? Reunion’s community website is there to help.
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EMPTY NESTERS
(Finally) Do Bocce
A well planned and much anticipated Reunion Empty Nester Bocce Championship Challenge that had been meticulously planned for this past spring was totally washed out by torrential rains. Not to be denied the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat, the Empty Nester group was determined to fit the bocce tournament in before the end of the year. The afternoon of October 21 brought 51 members of the Empty Nester group together to witness and to participate in the now annual Empty Nester Bocce Championship Challenge. Prior to the originally scheduled Bocce Challenge this past spring, JoEllen and John Marshall had hand crafted a custom trophy to be awarded to the winning team and then perpetually passed on to subsequent victors throughout the ensuing years. With the United States Open in golf having the Wanamaker Trophy, the International Tennis Federation having the Davis Cup and Augusta National having the famed green jacket it seemed only proper that the Reunion Empty Nester Bocce Championship Challenge should have‌the Marshall Hand. Demand for the coveted and hallowed award was surprising as 24 of the 51 attendees of the event formed 6 four man teams, all of whom were seeking that most cherished symbol of success in boccedom. When the dust had settled and after team after team had fallen in the single elimination competition, one team stood victorious. Congrats to the team of Nancy Scroggins, Ron Scroggins, Tom Dibble and John Santorelli for taking home the Marshall Hand for their 2017 triumph. With appetizers having been served during the bocce competition, the group was ready for the main meal immediately after game end. The theme of the evening was Soups, Sandwiches and Salads and there was a wealth of selections of all three categories. Chili, Red Beans & Rice, Beef Stroganoff, Split Pea Soup and more slow cooker delicacies were complimented with party sandwiches of chicken salad, pimento salad, roast beef‌yummm. Then, of course, no Empty Nester gathering would be complete without the always well received dessert table. As usual, everything was deliciously prepared and highly enjoyed by all in attendance. The event was hosted by Judy and Don Smith. Many thanks go out to all who contributed to the evening by bringing food items and to those who assisted in setting up before the event and for cleaning up afterward. A very, very special thanks goes out to Mike and Peggy Reiland and their hard working grandchildren for setting up the bocce courts even though Mike and Peggy were not going to be able to attend the event. Great job guys, many thanks. 6
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Wishing you & your family a very merry Christmas!
May this joyful season greet you with health and happiness. Happy holidays from Georgia Homes On My Mind! Beth Arends, Erin Stebbins, Michelle Vanderwolf and Kelly Patterson
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Five Judging Categories:
Best Traditional Best Contemporary Fantasy Favorite Best Unique Children’s Holiday Favorite Vote for your favorite houses!! Voting open Thursday, December 14 through Monday, December 18 at 8pm Vote at www.ReunionHOA.org
BraselTon loCaTion now open & Accepting new pAtients! Our doctors have been successfully serving patients in the Atlanta area for more than 25 years. Our comprehensive eye services include: • Treatment of all eye injuries • Diagnosis and treatment of all eye diseases • LASIK vision correction • Laser and no-stitch premium lens implant cataract surgery • Glaucoma services – iStent, goniotomy surgery and laser procedures • Corneal replacement and enhancement surgery, including DSEK and DMEK
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Gingerbread Decorating Day all of the FUN – none of the mess
Saturday, December 9 Drop-In Hours: -5pm Meeting House
Skip the hassles & clean-up! Sit down to a pre-assembled house & loads of candies for decorating!!
$20 per house
RSVP by December 6
Contact Your Coach Today: Joe Wenig 678-951-0024 email: jwenig@esourcecoach.com website: jwenig.esourcecoach.com
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Pets Inn Suites 1st Day Lodging OR Daycare Free with this ad NEW CLIENTS’ FIRST VISIT ONLY
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Bake 4 dozen of your favorite cookie recipe to share at the party & a container to take home an assorted 4 dozen cookies that you will choose from others at the party A secret judge will be awarding the ‘Cookie Queen’ a special prize!
Several Loan Programs... Including The Perfect Loan for YOU!
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When was the last time you had a review of your insurance?
Home, Auto, Business & Life Insurance! Gillespie Family Agency 7108 Williams Road, St 103 • Flowery Branch, GA 30542 Corner of Spout Springs Rd & Williams Rd 770-776-7452
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IF YOU SEE Duck Duck Goose $5 off SOMETHING, Come see our new Christmas Décor
PLEASE SAY SOMETHING.
If you see suspicious activity, call the Hall County Sheriff ’s Department Dispatch at 770-536-8812 If you see a crime in progress, Call 911 (Before you say something on Facebook.)
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Reunion BUZZ
Happy 4th Birthday to our precious Granddaughter, Piper Zimmerman. You are cute, smart, funny and sassy all rolled into one very special Little Miss. And you still give great cuddles! We love spending time with you. Love, Mom-Mom and Pops (and Aunt Lis too!) Oh Twodles! Happy birthday to our favorite little boy, Henry! You are twice as wonderful as you were last year! We love you! Dada, Mama and Sasha
Happy 40th Birthday! We’re so happy to be part of your “Wolf” pack! Just remember, the first 40 years of childhood, are the hardest! Here’s to 40 more and DANG!! You make 40 look GOOD! Love, Your girls, every single one of us!
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Happy Birthday, Nora! We couldn’t ask for a better daughter and sister! You’re smart and creative and have the biggest heart! Love, Mom, Dad, and Max
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Reunion BUZZ
Happy 9th Birthday Sophie! Love ya and can’t wait to celebrate! Love, Daddy, Mommy, and Laur
Happy 9th Birthday, Max! We are so proud of you! You’re smart and funny, and we’re so lucky to have you! Love, Mom, Dad & Nora
Happy 10th Birthday, Abby! “Double digits” just proves how fast you are growing up. We love you! Love,Daddy, Mommy, Hannah, and Maddie
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Happy 40th Birthday Ladybug! Even though your much older than I am, I promise to always love you. Love, Nathan
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Ms. Heather’s Educational Adventures • NOW REGISTERING for the 2018-2019 school year Private Christian Preschool (ages 2-5) • CHRISTMAS BREAK FUN DAYS (ages 2-10) • ART & CREATIVE WRITING CLASSES (K-5) • TUTORING (Math/Reading/Writing) • MYSTERY SCIENCE, STEM CLASSES, & MULTIPLICATION MASTERS starting in January! • BEGINNING TUMBLING & CROCHET • *PARENT NIGHT OUTS! (ages 2-10)
*We are located right outside of Reunion! 7108 Williams Road, Flowery Branch, GA 30542
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Community Website ~ www.ReunionHOA.org - Visit for up-to-date news, community events, classifieds, community documents, online reservations for the Meeting House, a resident forum and much, much more. If you need help with your login/password, please contact the Activities Director.
Email Distribution List ~ Are you getting regular emails on events & activities in the community? If not, email the Activities Director (angelapavlichek@fieldstonerp.com) to be added to the distribution list. Facebook ~ Three pages to keep informed and in touch with your neighbors, and even buy/sell belongings. Search Facebook for the following pages & request to join. Reunion Golf and Country Club, Reunion Classifieds, Reunion CC Neighborhood Watch
These pages are closed groups and for residents only.
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BY NICK com nwatson@gainesvilletimes. ago, Hall County About 10 months Capt. Brad Rounds Sheriff’s Office on the state of his felsaid he reflected seeking to retire. low first responders expected to be a Though he never reachcop, Rounds is with ing his 29th yearafter the department joining at age 19. “Yet, our friends the that work for Gainesville Police that Departmen t years have 20 and 25 retirRounds of service are ing and making or $30,000 per year said. more”, Rounds the decision to reach Rounds made law firm, Buckley out to an Atlanta of frozen pen| The Times SCOTT ROGERS regarding an issue Beal, the the county. these days at sion benefits in word got out, people the a lot of time “As soon as the ... because we’re are spending as they wait for couple and Julie Davidson Women & Children’s Pavilion came out in droves Rounds said. Above: Justin the Banks County Center’s the Davidsons of boat,” excited, Medical Courtesy same come. Photo all in the Although they’re face when the infants Northeast Georgia an expected group quadruplet girls. they might Now Rounds and retired employees 23. arrival of their for any problems and Julie Davidson, million of 100 current is already preparing growing inside Julie’s estimated $75 shows four babies Justin said from have filed an the Hall County Board Right: A sonogram some,” 25-year-old week. “She wanted to lawsuit against ers. County Attorney last hospital room kids eventually, so we got of Commission spokeswoman Katie have two or threego.” Bill Blalock and they could not comone in first they it all done Crumley both saidlitigation. overjoyed since Justin has been ment on pending other current and summer. got the news this about six to seven weeks Rounds and four named employees are That happened when the couple thought former county plaintiffs. of joy at a time. sufferBut just one bundleother tests at Northeast into her pregnancy, in the lawsuit as one baby. After hospiin pension beneand Atlanta the this they were having just The alleged freeze lawsuit went to wide An ultrasound sheFalcons BY JEFF GILL Center in Gainesville receiver Mohamedoccurred in 1998, when the fourth back pains, from Medical quarter instant ing an lletimes.com fits Georgia that of the NFC room. Sanu catches jgill@gainesvi curtIs comPton divisional 5A confirmed instead on the tal’s emergency touchdow playoff game Pleasea see 4A PLAINTIFF, | Atlanta Journal-Con mar- summer as in four daughters — were n pass ■on Saturday ■ Please see FOUR, starting their stitution via family — in Atlanta. over Seattle Seahawk Associated County couple. Like many couplesDavidson dreamed of Press s Jeremy Lane way for the Banks — it’s going to be aweJulie (20) during riage, Justin and someday and seeing them “It’s awesome the having children happy home. their romp through
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