Sterling Life March/April 2020 by The Times

March/April 2020

Sterling

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Manager's Message

18 Calendars

Empty Nester’s Clubs

24 Spring Time Reminders

Summer Camps

26 Meet & Greet 28 Spring Fling

16 Touch- A-Truck Resident Amenities Card Replacement If you have lost your Amenities Card, replacements are available for $25 each at the Clubhouse. Please call the Clubhouse or email Activities@Sterling-Life.com for an appointment. Lost Pet/ Animal Disturbances For lost pets, dangerous animals and/or unclaimed pets, please contact Hall County Animal Services at 770-531-6829. Within Sterling on the Lake, dogs barking more than 15 minutes continuously should be reported as a nuisance to Hall County Animal Services. Mailbox Replacement/ Repair Mailbox Standards: Mailbox standards include Brass Numbers, a Metallic Silver Accented Medallion and a black semi-gloss finish on the mailbox and pole (Do-it-Yourself with Rustoleum Textured Paint, Semi-Gloss Black (#7220)). Order replacement numbers by contacting the Clubhouse. Clubhouse Office Information 770-965-3980 Clubhouse Hours & Address Mon – Tues 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Weds 1 p.m.-6 p.m.,Thurs-Fri 9 a.m.6 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sun 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. 7005 Lake Sterling Boulevard CMA after hours emergency number 404-835-9100 Please call this number for emergencies involving amenity and common areas such as fire, flood, etc. To advertise in Sterling Life, contact Leah Nelson at The Times 770.535-6330 - lnelson@gainesvilletimes.com Sterling Life 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 Publisher has the right to refuse any advertising it deems inappropriate and may do so through the negotiation of an agreement with the customer; this may include advertising that is explicit or pornographic, that is political in nature (including ads that are pro- or anti-political issues or for any member of a political party or candidate for office), etc. The Publisher and/or Sterling on the Lake has the right to refuse or discontinue inclusion of any advertiser in the Sterling Life publication for any reason at any time.

Private Schools Hebron Christian Academy............................................ 770-963-9250 Lakeview Academy............................................................ 770-532-4383 Maranatha Christian Academy....................................... 770-531-9625 Riverside Military Academy............................................. 770-532-6251 Sugar Hill Christian Academy......................................... 678-745-4121 Lanier Christian Academy............................................... 678-828-8350 Child Care & Preschools Carrington Academy........................................................ 844-826-3425 Chestnut Mountain Academy......................................... 770-967-7105 Winnford Academy........................................................... 770-945-3338 Friendship Learning Center............................................ 678-546-9002 Goddard School................................................................ 770-967-6737 Lakeview Academy............................................................ 770-532-4383 Primrose School (Crossroads Drive)........................... 770-932-5573 Prince of Peace Preschool............................................... 678-960-0077 Kids of Covenant Child Care......................................... 678-769-5437 Ms. Heather’s Educational Adventures......................... 678-936-6534 Colleges and Universities Brenau University.............................................................. 770-534-6299 UGA Visitors Center........................................................ 706-542-0842 Georgia Perimeter College............................................. 678-407-5000 University of North Georgia.......................................... 706-864-1400 Medical Services Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta....................................404-785-KIDS Emory Eastside Hospital.................................................. 770-979-0200 NE Georgia Medical Center (NEGA).......................... 770-219-9000 NE Georgia Medical Center (Braselton)..................... 770-848-8000 NEGA Lanier Park Campus............................................ 770-219-0023 Gwinnett Medical.............................................................. 678-312-1000 Government Services Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce.......................... 770-532-6206 Flowery Branch City Hall................................................ 770-967-6371 Flowery Branch Police Department............................. 770-967-6336 Flowery Branch Post Office........................................... 770-967-6431 Hall County Fire Department........................................ 770-531-6838 Hall County Sheriff’s Department................................ 770-531-6885 Spout Springs Hall Co. Library....................................... 770-532-3311 Hall County Animal Control/Services.......................... 770-531-6829 ......................................................................(after hours) 770-536-8812 Tax Commissioner/Auto Tags......................................... 770-531-6950 Utilities/Services Jackson EMC...................................................................... 770-536-2415 Charter Communications............................................... 678-410-9362 AT&T.................................................................................... 800-436-8638 Gainesville Water/Public Utilities.................................. 770-535-6878 Direct Satellite/Dish Network....................................... 678-714-1495 Red Oak Sanitation........................................................... 770-536-7868 Street Light Outage/Jackson EMC................................. 770-536-2415 (When calling to report a street light outage; please reference the street light number on the front of the pole)

The information and advertisements contained in this Newsletter are provided for the members of the Sterling on the Lake Community 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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HELPFUL LOCAL NUMBERS

9 Yard Sale and Earth Day Event

Public Schools Spout Springs School of Enrichment............................ 770-967-4860 World Language Academy............................................... 770-967-5856 C.W. Davis Middle School............................................... 770-965-3020 Flowery Branch High School.......................................... 770-967-8000 DaVinci Academy...............................................................770 533-4004 Martin Technology Academy of Math & Science........ 770-965-1578 Lanier Charter Career Academy................................... 770-531-2330 Chestnut Mountain Creative School of Inquiry......... 770-967-3121

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Association Manager’s Corner

The Manager's Message

It is hard to believe it, but Spring is just around the corner. During the Spring we not only manage the Community’s Spring needs but also begin preparing for Summer. Here is a glimpse of the areas that the Association is addressing: Pool: The Pool Committee conducted a survey in October. There were 448 residents that responded. The survey results regarding the pool company are as follows: • 90% of the respondents were happy with the pool greeter system that was implemented in 2019. This will continue in 2020 as well. • 84% of respondents were satisfied with the pool company’s maintenance and oversight. At the Board’s request, the pool contract was put out to bid late last year. After evaluating the bids received, the Board has hired Swim Atlanta as the new pool management company. Swim Atlanta will provide lifeguards for our pools and will place a dedicated experienced manager on site at Sterling. The Pool Committee has requested, and the Board has approved additional pool loungers, tables and chairs with umbrellas for the main pool and the lodge pool. The new furniture will be provided prior to the pool openings this summer.

The Pool opening is scheduled for May 16th. If you have paid your 2020 Association fees in full and your account is in good standing, you may come by the clubhouse during business hours, including weekends, to pick up your 2020 sticker. The 2019 sticker will be valid until May 10th. Lakes and Trails: The Lakes and Trails Committee has selected names for each of the Association’s trails. The Spout Springs Road expansion is in progress. The Georgia Department of Transportation will begin the reconstruction of the entrance sometime in June. Once this work has begun, they estimate that this will take two weeks to complete. I will update everyone as we get closer to the construction date. As I near my one-year anniversary as the Community Manager of Sterling on the Lake, I want to take a moment to thank the residents for your kindness and patience. It has been a pleasure working with the community and I look forward to the future as we transition from a developer-led community to a resident-led community later this year. Regards,

Tammy Quinn,

Community Manager for Sterling on the Lake

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Association Managerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Corner

SEND US YOUR 2020 GRADUATE, SO THEY CAN BE FEATURED IN SOTL'S MAY/JUNE NEWSLETTER

0 2 0 2 f o s s a l C PLEASE EMAIL MSHAY@CMACOMMUNITIES.COM WITH YOUR GRADUATES NAME, WHERE THEY ARE GRADUATING FROM, PLANS FOR AFTER GRADUATION, THEIR INTERESTS AND ONE PICTURE.

Who to Contact for Quicker Responses

Main Clubhouse Office Hours

We live in a fast-paced world and know everyone is busy, so we want to make sure you get the information you need from us in a timely manner.

Monday: 9am-6pm Tuesday: 9am-6pm Wednesday: 1pm-6pm Thursday: 9am-6pm Friday: 9am-6pm Saturday: 10am-5pm Sunday: 12pm-5pm

Clubhouse Main line is 770-965-3980 Activities Director Maggie Shay, mshay@cmacommunities.com Information about activities and events, clubhouse and lodge rentals, marketing, Sterling-life.com questions and amenity access cards. Community Manager Tammy Quinn, tquinn@cmacommunities.com Applications for Modification, general account, community concerns, matters relating to the Board of Directors and the HOA. Landscape - Greenwood Group sterlinginfo@greenwoodgroup.net

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Empty Nester’s Clubs & Groups

WOMEN’S ACTIVITIES Ladies Bunco Group-Wednesday

What: Bunco – A simple Dice Game that is easy to learn!! When: 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7:00 pm Where: Clubhouse Cost/Why: $3.00 – money is divided and awarded to winners Bring a beverage of your choice and optional snack to share. Contact Person: Coleen Pecha at coleen_coey@yahoo.com

What: Bring your sewing machine to work on a project, watch how it’s done or learn from other group members. Machines are available if you do not own one. When: 1st Thursday of the month at 9:30 – 12:00 noon Where: The Lodge (6930 Flagstone Way) Cost: Cost of your project (material/thread, etc) Contact Person: Faye Curlee at curleef0917@gmail.com

Ladies Knitting/Crochet Group

What: Canasta Card Game- Currently looking for subs When: 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month at 1:00 pm Where: Clubhouse Cost: $5 annual dues from regular members (not subs) for equipment upkeep - cards, shufflers, batteries etc. Contact Person: Rita Williams at ritadwilliams54@icloud.com

What: Bring a project, watch how it’s done or learn from the group members. When: 2nd and 4th Monday of each month from 10am-12pm Where: The Lodge (6930 Flagstone Way) Cost/Why:Yarn, knitting needles, etc. Ladies meet at the Lodge to either knit or crochet together. Bring your project or if you have always wanted to learn to knit/crochet, come watch and learn in an enjoyable setting. Contact Person: Gail Granata at gailgranta@me.com

Ladies Mexican Train Dominos

Ladies Luncheon (Monthly)

Ladies Canasta

What: Mexican Train Dominos (No previous experience needed) When:1st, 3rd, and 5th Mondays of each month at 1:00pm Where: Main Clubhouse Cost: $3.00; money is divided between highest and lowest scores.

Ladies Golf

What: Fun group playing 9 or 18 holes of golf When: Every Tuesday - 9:30 am is tee off time Where: Meet at Chateau Elan Golf Course Pro Shop Cost: Green fees are $37.45 for 18 holes (green fee and cart) and $18.75 for 9 holes. Contact Person: Sylvia Farris at sylviafarris99@yahoo.com

Ladies Walking Group

What: Walking at our own pace for health, fitness, and friendship When: 4th Wednesday morning of the month Where: We meet at the Clubhouse to carpool (Time announced in EN email) Paved trails in North Georgia parks followed by lunch at a local restaurant; special trips to places of interest in Georgia. Cost: Lunch Contact Person: Rose Marie Fagan rmfagan6923@gmail.com Lynn Agnes lynnagnes2224@att.net

Ladies Sewing and Quilting Group MEN’S ACTIVITIES

What:Visit local eateries for culinary adventures and lots of lively chatter! A wonderful way to meet your new neighbors When: 2nd Wednesday of the month Where: Destinations change each month. Plan to arrive at the destination by noon. Cost/Why: Meal and tip – Separate checks and order from the menu Contact Person: RSVP is required for restaurant reservations! Glynis Watts at teacozy114@bellsouth.net Ilene Shurek at Ishurek@ymail.com Coleen Pecha at coleen_coey@yahoo.com

Ladies’ Night Out

What: Socializing with each other over a glass of wine or a preferred beverage and some snacks. When: Spring, Summer and Fall Where: TBA (Suggestions are welcome – Activities vary depending on venue) Cost: Drinks, Food, etc (Varies with each event) Contact Person: Scottie O’Toole at scotoole4559@gmail.com Sylvia Farris at sylviafarris99@yahoo.com

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Men’s Breakfast

What: Large group of gentlemen meet at the Clubhouse for breakfast and great conversation! When: 1st, 3rd and 5th Friday of the month (yearround) at 9:00 a.m. Where: Main Clubhouse Cost: Bring your own cup of coffee. The men take turns providing breakfast (usually teams of two). Contact Person: Rick Marzano at rmmarzano@gmail.com

Men’s Golf

What: Golfing for fun When: Every Tuesday Where: Chicopee Woods Golf Course Cost: 18 holes for $35/$40 Contact Person: Ed Asbridge at edasbridge@bellsouth.net

ROMEO Lunch

Who: Empty Nester Men What: Great chance to try different restaurants and meet new neighbors! When: Every Wednesday at 11:15 am to pick a restaurant Where: Meet at Main Clubhouse to pick a restaurant for lunch that day! Cost:Your meal Contact Person: NO RSVP – Just come on down and join us!

Men’s Tennis

What: Men’s Morning Tennis When: Monday, Thursday, and Saturday at 9-11 am Where: Monday and Thursday –SOTL Courts 5/6 (4115 Lake Sterling Blvd.) and Saturday SOTL Courts 9/10 (6705 Winding Canyon Rd.) Cost: Free Contact Person: Aubrey Duke at adukedawg1@bellsouth.net

CO-ED GROUPS/SINGLES American Mahjong Group

What: Uniquely different from the Asian traditional play as it uses racks, jokers, “Hands and Rules” score cards and has some distinct gameplays. When: 1st, 3rd, and 5th Thursday of each month from 2pm–5pm Where: The Lodge (6930 Flagstone Way) Cost: Free Contact Person: Ilene Shurek at Ishurek@ymail.com

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Empty Nester’s Clubs & Groups

COMMUNITY GROUPS WELCOME YOU! Our Empty Nesters continue to stay engaged and enjoy life and diverse activities thanks to the residents

who have volunteered to coordinate the groups! To join one of the groups listed below, either contact that induvial noted or attend an upcoming scheduled meeting or activity. Register as a user on our Empty Nesters Group page on www.Sterling-Life.com for updates on meeting times, new groups, activities and additional details for Empty Nester events! Dominos (Co-ed)

What: Mexican Train Dominos (No previous experience needed) When: 3rd Wednesday of each month at 6:30 pm Where: Clubhouse Cost/Why: $1.50 – money is divided between highest and lowest scores. Contact Person: Jo Wochner at Wochner.jo@gmail.com

Euchre Club (Co-ed)

What: Trick-taking Card Game (No previous experience needed) When: 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month at 6:30pm Where: The Lodge (6930 Flagstone Way) Cost: Free Contact Person: Rose Marie Fagan at RMFagan6923@gmail.com

Hiking Group (Co-Ed)

What: Hiking for health, fitness and friendship (Faster pace than walking) When: 3rd Wednesday morning of the month Where: We meet at the Clubhouse to carpool (Time announced EN email) Trails in North Georgia parks followed by lunch at a local restaurant Cost: Lunch Contact Person: SueBarcus@gmail.com

Adult Art Group (Co-Ed)

What: Books are chosen from a list members compile. When: 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm Where: The Lodge (6930 Flagstone Way) Cost/Why: Cost of book - Selections may be different genre/topics creating a rich discussion. Contact Person: Ginny Bateman, ginnyretired@yahoo.com Melanie Hutto, mhutto893@gmail.com

International Dinner Club (Co-Ed)

What: Conversations surrounding the roasting of various coffee types and to try some new varieties. When: 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7p.m. Where: The Lodge (6930 Flagstone Way) Cost: Event is free, but donations for supplies is encouraged. Contact Person: sotlcoffee@gmail.com or contact Eddy Oliver at egopiano@gmail.com

What: Do you enjoy traveling and trying the cuisines of the lands you visit? Why not join the International Dinner Club and travel to those exotic spots once a month via a neighbor’s dining room! Where/When: We meet once a month at a group members home. Contact person: Michelle Bergeson at mbergeson@mindspring.com or 404-931-4088

Empty Nesters Travel Group (Co-Ed) Music and Song Circle (Co-ed)

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Steaming Mugs Coffee Club

Theater and Music Group 60’s-70’s Music Seminar/Roundtable (Co-ed/Couples and Single Groups)

Who: Open to anyone interested in music of the 60’s and 70’s. What: Seminar/open discussion around a milestone record album or artist, including recording info, musical and social impact when released, general artist nostalgia, ect. “Singles Just Want to Have Fun” (Co-Ed) Different album/artist discussed each month. What: Socializing with other singles (men and Wednesday, March 18th Topic: The Beatles- Sgt. women) and enjoying fun activities. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band When: Event times/days vary monthly. Information Wednesday, April 15th Topic: The Beach Boys- Pet will be sent out via EN e-mail. Sounds Where:Various venues that are determined by the group. Where: Main Clubhouse Theater Room Cost:Various, depending on event. When: Held monthly from 6:30pm-8:30pm Contact Person: Contact Person: Keith Guinn at Marie Schulze – amaries1970@gmail.com kguinn@bellsouth.net What: Neighbors Traveling Together When: Meet quarterly or as needed Where: The Lodge (6930 Flagstone Way) This is a group of SOTL empty nesters who enjoy traveling the world and sharing the experience with one another. You don’t have to be an empty nester to join us but having the freedom to travel anytime makes it easier. In 2018 we traveled the Rhine and Danube rivers on two separate Viking River Cruises, and in 2019 we cruised the Caribbean with Oceania Cruises, the Mediterranean with Holland America, and the Nile/Egypt with Gate 1. In 2020 we're going to Ireland and the Baltic. We’re also planning local and regional trips with Nashville and Charleston in the works. Contact Person: Oliver McClellan at oliver.mcclellan@gmail.com, 770-265-9000

Sterling Reviews Book Club (Co-ed)

Who: This group is open to anyone that loves being creative. What: This group is for those that love being creative. We will be using paints, fabric, stenciling on clothes, ribbon, book making, and lots of mixed media fun. No experience needed. Where: The Lodge (6930 Flagstone Way) When: 1st Wednesday of the month at 10am Contact Person: Deborah Piefke at dpiefke@aol.com

Who: Open to anyone who plays an acoustic instrument. What: Music styles include: folk, folk rock, country, bluegrass, old time, etc. When: 1st Tuesday of the month at 7pm. Where: The Lodge (6930 Flagstone Way) Contact Person: Ed Goss at gossedward@gmail.com

Pickleball (Co-ed)

What: A paddle sport like badminton, tennis and table tennis. When: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9-11 am and Tuesday and Thursday 6-8pm Where: Courts 7 & 8 (7406 Lake Crossing Dr.) Contact Person: Bob Hayes at bhayes2011@gmail.com

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What: 2020 Season at the Gainesville Alliance Theater will include the following three shows: Pippin, Sat @2:30PM, February 22, 2020 The Arabian Nights, Sat @2:30 PM, April 18, 2020 Those Empty Nesters new to Sterling who may have missed the spring sign up may still join Theater Group for fun, entertainment and meeting new friends. If you are interested in attending, simply call Leslie at the Gainesville Theater Alliance box office (678-717-3624) to inquire about seating availability. I would be happy to add you to our couples or singles groups once you have purchased your tickets. Please email me with your name(s), address, cell number and email address. Cost/Why: Cost of season tickets and dinner Contact Person: Merce Bolling at mercebolling@gmail.com, 404-784-1550

EMPTY NESTER SAVE THE DATES Saturday, March 28th Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner Sunday, April 18th 7:00pm-10:00pm EN Spring Bash Saturday, May 2nd EN Kentucky Derby 7

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INTERNATIONAL

SOCCER CAMP June 8th-12th

Sterling on the Lake Main Clubhouse rear field by the pool Name Age Group Tiny Tykes Resident Ages 3 -5 Tiny Tykes Non-Resident Ages 3 -5 Half Day Resident Ages 6 -14 Half Day Non- Resident Ages 6 -14 Goalkeeper/Goal Scorer Ages 6 -14

Camp Time 9-11am 9-11am 9-11am 9-11am 9-11am

Pricing $117 $127 $160 $170 $25

FREE GIFTS!

Combining British Soccer and TetraBrazil with a new international curriculum!

TINYTYKES CAMP: Ages 3-5. 2 hour per day. An introduction to soccer focusing on motor skill development and delivery of fun and interactive games/adventures. HALF-DAY CAMP: Ages 5-16. 3 hours per day. All-around player development through our new International camp curriculum and digital platform. GOLDEN GOAL: Ages 5-16. 2 hours per day. Monday-Thursday. A bonus session of competitions, scrimmages and more, for half-day campers. FULL-DAY CAMP: 8-16 years old. 6 hours per day. Combining the half-day International camp program with developmental practices, games, competitions and challenges. FULL-DAY COMPETITIVE CAMP: Ages 10-16. A more challenging format featuring advanced technical, tactical and physical training. TEAM CAMPS FULL & HALF-DAY: All Ages. Team training programs tailored exclusively to the needs of your team.

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The need is constant. The gratification is instant.

Give blood.

STERLING ON THE LAKE BLOOD DRIVE 12:30 PM TO 5:30 PM - CLUBHOUSE TUESDAY, MARCH 10TH If you need assistance in scheduling, please contact Jackie Pray, Red Cross Volunteer and Sterling Resident Blood Donor Ambassador, at Jackie.pray@redcross.org OR call 678-473-9353.

redcrossblood.org | 1-800-RED CROSS

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The Realtor That Cares! SHEILA DID IT AGAIN! 7563 Brookstone Circle • 6 Bedrooms, 6 Baths, 3800+ Square Feet, Fenced Yard, Loft • Full Finished Basement with 2 Baths, Bedroom, Kitchen, Wet Bar, & Storage • Beautiful Classic Gray REAL Hardwoods, Quartz Kitchen Countertops, 3 Car Garage, Stone & Brick Accented Exterior

The Realtor That Cares!

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2 STORY FAMILY ROOM

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Your Sterling on the Lake Neighbor & Neighborhood Resale Expert! `Prices, details and availability are subject to change without notice. Equal Housing Opportunity. Agent is licensed in the state of GA License # 175569 – Sheila Sell Carver. Errors and Omissions apply. All information is deemed to be correct, but is not warranted. ReMax Tru has approved this advertisement to be in accordance with the guidelines of the Georgia Real Estate Commission. If you have any questions, please call 770-502-6232.

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SPRING GARDEN EXPO

Chicopee Woods Ag Center 1855 Calvary Church Rd. Friday, April 3, 2020 8:30AM – 5:00PM Saturday, April 4, 2020 8:30AM – 4:00PM Approximately 40+ local vendors will be selling native plants, shrubs, trees, day lilies, garden yard art, tools, honey, art, landscaping advice and much much more! Admission is $2 per adult – kids are free. FREE Parking, no Pets please. An ATM is not available. Food is available. 2 Expert speakers are available each day. For more info of a listing of the speakers and times including a list of some of the participating vendors, check our website at www.hallmastergardeners.com/springexpo. Flyers will also be available at the Clubhouse and the Spout Springs Library. The Georgia Master Gardener Extension Volunteer Program University of Georgia Extension/Hall County

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3446 Winder Hwy Flowery Branch 770-297-0010 Monday – Saturday 8 to 7 Sunday 11 to 5 Thanks to our awesome customers for voting us “Best of Hall” two years in a row.

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HAVE YOU CHECKED OUT STERLING ON THE LAKE'S NEW WEBSITE?

Are you having trouble logging on? Please email mshay@ cmacommunities. com or come by the clubhouse during business hours, so we can help you get connected!

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7:30-8:30am Yoga 9-11am Men’s Tennis 9-11am Pickleball 9:30-10:30am PIYO 11am-12pm Senior Stretch Fitness 6:15-7:15pm Body Blast 7-8pm Boy Scout Troop #130 Meeting

7:30-8:30am Yoga 9-11am Men’s Tennis 9-11am Pickleball 9:30-10:30am PIYO 10am-12pm Knitting and Crochet Group 11am-12pm Senior Stretch Fitness 1-3pm Ladies Canasta 6:15-7:15pm Body Blast 7-8pm Boy Scout Troop #130 Meeting

7:30-8:30am Yoga 9-11am Men’s Golf 9:30-12pm Ladies Golf 6-8pm Pickleball

7:30-8:30am Yoga 9-11am Men’s Golf 9:30-12pm Ladies Golf 6-8pm Pickleball 6:30-7:30pm HAC Meeting 7-9pm Sterling Reviews Book Club

7:30-8:30am Yoga 9-11am Men’s Golf 9:30-12pm Ladies Golf 12:30pm-5:30pm Blood Drive 6-8pm Pickleball 6:30-7:30pm Lakes and Trails Committee Meeting 7-9pm Steaming Mugs Coffee Group

9am-12pm Ladies Walking Group 9am-11am Pickleball 9:30-10:30am PIYO 11am-12pm Senior Stretch Fitness 11:30am-1:30pm ROMEO Lunch 11:30am-12:30pm Fly Fishing 101 6:15-7:15pm Body Blast

9am-12pm EN Hiking Group 9am-10am Pickleball 9:30-10:30am PIYO 11am-12pm Senior Stretch Fitness 11:30am-1:30pm ROMEO Lunch 11:30am-12:30pm Fly Fishing 101 6-8:30pm Mercy MATters 6:15-7:15pm Body Blast 6:30-9pm Co-Ed Dominos 6:30-8:30pm 60’s-70’s Music Seminar

9-11am Pickleball 9:30-10:30am PIYO 11am-12pm Senior Stretch Fitness 11:30am-2pm EN Ladies Luncheon 11:30am-1:30pm ROMEO Lunch 11:30am-12:30pm Fly Fishing 101 6:15-7:15pm Body Blast 6:30-9pm Ladies Bunco Group 6:30-7:30pm Finance Committee Meeting

9-11am Pickleball 9:30-10:30am PIYO 10am-2pm EN Co-Ed Art Group 11am-12pm Senior Stretch Class 11:30am-1:30pm ROMEO Lunch 11:30am-12:30pm Fly Fishing 101 6:15-7:15pm Body Blast

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7:30-8:30am Yoga 9-11am Men’s Tennis 10-10:30am Happy Feet Ballet Class 2pm-3:30pm Happy Feet Ballet Class 6-8pm Pickleball

7:30-8:30am Yoga 9-11am Men’s Tennis 10-10:30am Happy Feet Ballet Class 2pm-3:30pm Happy Feet Ballet Class 3:30-5:30pm Board Meeting 6-8pm Pickleball 6:30-9pm Euchre

7:30-8:30am Yoga 9-11am Men’s Tennis 10-10:30am Happy Feet Ballet Class 2pm-3:30pm Happy Feet Ballet Group 6-8pm Pickleball 6:30-7:30pm Modification Committee Meeting

7:30-8:30am Yoga 9-11am Men’s Tennis 9:30am-12pm Sewing/Quilting Group 10-10:30am Happy Feet Ballet Class 2pm-3:30pm Happy Feet Ballet Group 2:30-5:30 American Mahjong 5pm-7pm New Homeowner Meet & Greet 6-8pm Pickleball 7-10pm Euchre

Thursday 6

9-11am Pickleball 9:15-10:15am PIYO 11am-12pm Senior Stretch Fitness 6:30-9pm Peachtree Cornhole League 6:30-8:30pm Paint and Sip with Kelly

9-11am Pickleball 9-10am Men’s Breakfast 9:15-10:15am PIYO 11am-12pm Senior Stretch Fitness 6:30-9pm Peachtree Cornhole League

9-11am Pickleball 9:15-10:15am PIYO 11am-12pm Senior Stretch Fitness 6:30-9pm Peachtree Cornhole League

9-11am Pickleball 9-10am Men’s Breakfast 9:15-10:15am PIYO 11am-12pm Senior Stretch Fitness 6:30-9pm Peachtree Cornhole League

Friday 7

PiYo 9:30am ROMEO Lunch 11:30am

9-11am Men’s Tennis 3-9:30pm Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner

9-11am Men’s Tennis 11am-2pm Touch-A-Truck

9-11am Men’s Tennis 10am-4pm St. Patrick’s Day Scavenger Hunt and Cookout

9-11am Men’s Tennis 10am-12pm DIY Floral Design Class

Saturday

Visit www.Sterling-Life.com for more information on community news, exciting events and fun-filled family activities! Follow the community on Facebook for updates and posts: www.facebook.com/sterlingonthelake & Twitter @Sterling_Lake

4:30-6:30pm Sterling Stripers Swim Suit Try-on

7:30-8:30am Yoga 9-11am Men’s Tennis 9-11am Pickleball 9:30am-10:30am PIYO 11am-12pm Senior Stretch Class 1-3pm Ladies Mexican Train Dominos 6:15-7:15pm Body Blast 7-8pm Boy Scout Troop #130 Meeting

7:30-8:30am Yoga 9-11am Men’s Tennis 9-11am Pickleball 9:30-10:30am PIYO 10am-12pm Knitting Group 11am-12pm Senior Stretch Class 1-3pm Ladies Canasta 6:15-7:15pm Body Blast 7-8pm Boy Scouts #130 Meeting

3 7:30-8:30am Yoga 9-11am Men’s Golf 9:30-12pm Ladies Golf 6-8pm Pickleball 7:30-9pm Music Circle EN Group

Tuesday

7:30-8:30am Yoga 9-11am Men’s Tennis 9-11am Pickleball 9:30-10:30am PIYO 11am-12pm Senior Stretch Class 1-3pm Ladies Mexican Train Dominos 6:15-7:15pm Body Blast 7-8pm Boy Scouts #130 Meeting 6:30-7:30pm Tennis Committee Meeting

Monday

Sunday

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7:30-8:30am Yoga 9-11am Men’s Golf 9:30-12pm Ladies Golf 6-8pm Pickleball

7:30-8:30am Yoga 9-11am Men’s Golf 9:30-12pm Ladies Golf 6-8pm Pickleball 6:30-7:30pm HAC Meeting 7-9pm Sterling Reviews Book Club

9-11am Pickleball 9:30-10:30am PIYO 11am-12pm Senior Stretch Fitness 11:30am-1:30pm ROMEO Lunch 11:30am-12:30pm Fly Fishing 101 6:15-7:15pm Body Blast

9am-12pm Ladies Walking Group 9-11am Pickleball 9:30-10:30am PIYO 11am-12pm Senior Stretch Fitness 11:30am-1:30pm ROMEO Lunch 11:30am-12:30pm Fly Fishing 101 6:15-7:15pm Body Blast

7:30-8:30am Yoga 9-11am Men’s Golf 9:30-12pm Ladies Golf 1-3pm Knitting/Crochet EN Group 6-8pm Pickleball 6:30-7:30pm Lakes and Trails Committee Meeting 7-9pm Steaming Mugs Coffee Group

9-11am Pickleball 9:30-10:30am PIYO 10am-2pm EN Co-Ed Art Group 11am-12pm Senior Stretch Class 11:30am-1:30pm ROMEO Lunch 11:30am-12:30pm Fly Fishing 101 6:15-7:15pm Body Blast

Wednesday 1

7:30-8:30am Yoga 9-11am Men’s Golf 9:30-12pm Ladies Golf 6-8pm Pickleball 7:30-9pm Music Circle EN Group

Tuesday 2

7:30-8:30am Yoga 9-11am Men’s Tennis 10-10:30am Happy Feet Ballet Class 2-3:30pm Happy Feet Ballet Class 6-8pm Pickleball

7:30-8:30am Yoga 9-11am Men’s Tennis 10-10:30am Happy Feet Ballet Class 2-3:30pm Happy Feet Ballet Class 3:30-5:30pm Board Meeting 6-8pm Pickleball 6:30-9pm Euchre

7:30-8:30am Yoga 9-11am Men’s Tennis 10-10:30am Happy Feet Ballet Class 2-3:30pm Happy Feet Ballet Group 6-8pm Pickleball 6:30-7:30pm Modification Committee Meeting

7:30-8:30am Yoga 9-11am Men’s Tennis 9:30am-12pm Sewing/Quilting Group 10-10:30am Happy Feet Ballet Class 2-3:30pm Happy Feet Ballet Group 2:30-5:30 American Mahjong 6-8pm Pickleball 7-10pm Euchre

Thursday 3

9-11am Pickleball 9:15-10:15am PIYO 11am-12pm Senior Stretch Fitness 6:30-9pm Peachtree Cornhole League

8am-3pm Spring Community Yard Sale 9-11am Pickleball 9-10am Men’s Breakfast 9:15-10:15am PIYO 11am-12pm Senior Stretch Fitness 6:30-9pm Peachtree Cornhole League

9-11am Pickleball 9:15-10:15am PIYO 11am-12pm Senior Stretch Fitness 6:30-9pm Peachtree Cornhole League 6:30-8:30pm Sip and Paint with Kelly

9-11am Pickleball 9-10am Men’s Breakfast 9:15-10:15am PIYO 11am-12pm Senior Stretch Fitness 6:30-9pm Peachtree Cornhole League

Friday

PiYo 9:30am ROMEO Lunch 11:30am

9-11am Men’s Tennis

8am-3pm Spring Community Yard Sale 9-11am Men’s Tennis 2-5pm Earth Day Recycling Event 7-10pm EN Spring Bash

9-11am Men’s Tennis 9:30-11:30am DIY Floral Design class 11am-2pm Spring Fling

9-11am Men’s Tennis

Saturday

7:30-8:30am Yoga 9-11am Men’s Tennis 9-11am Pickleball 9:30-10:30am PIYO 11am-12pm Senior Stretch Fitness 1-3pm Ladies Mexican Train Dominos 6:15-7:15pm Body Blast 7-8pm Boy Scout Troop #130 Meeting

7:30-8:30am Yoga 9-11am Men’s Tennis 9-11am Pickleball 9:30am-10:30am PIYO 10am-12pm Knitting Group 11am-12pm Senior Stretch Class 1-3pm Ladies Canasta 6:15-7:15pm Body Blast 7-8pm Boy Scout Troop #130 Meeting

Monday

Clubhouse Closed

Sunday

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Volunteer Opportunities

Angels in Waiting transforms donated wedding dresses into beautiful Angel Gowns for the infants who are stillborn or die shortly after birth. The Angel gowns are donated to hospitals all over the world, including Israel, Australia and Canada! Volunteers gather very Tuesday from 9-5 (4382 Rustic Oak Lane, Braselton, GA 30517) to make the gowns. All supplies are provided. If you can’t participate in making the gowns, you may support the mission with: • Donated supplies (white thread, buttons, sewing machines) • Donated wedding/prom dresses or tuxedos • Monetary donations For additional info, please contact Jean Stephens at 770-519-8760. Thank you to Marjorie Cooper, a Sterling resident & one of the group’s regular volunteers, for letting us know about this opportunity! Mercy MATTers (formerly Homeless Hookups – same group, just a new name!) meets in Sterling approximately 3-4 times per month. Some sessions are open to adults only, while others are youth friendly. Volunteers transform plastic bags from various stores into mats for individuals who are homeless. Our youngest volunteer to date is 6 years old! We have several teens and many adults regularly involved in this endeavor. The more the merrier! After attending a session or two and learning how to sort, fold, cut & loop the bags, volunteers may

work from home! If you would like to receive announcements about upcoming group sessions, please join Dawn Stone’s Mercy Matters group on Facebook or request to be added to the email distribution list by contacting Jackie Pray - jepray@outlook.com. Both Dawn & Jackie are residents in The Springs. American Red Cross – Northeast Georgia has openings for MANY volunteer roles: The following positions require no formal training AND may be done from home: • Food supply preparedness (involves contacting restaurant/catering services that might provide support during local disasters) – Contact Mike Riemann at mike.riemann@redcross.org • Volunteer contact/follow-up (involves making friendly “check-in” phone calls to volunteers) – Contact Karen Hillman at karen. hillman2@redcross.org • Animal support resources (involves gathering info about animal rescue organizations, shelters & vets be able to help when animals/ pets are affected by a disaster) - Contact Marcia Brooks at marcia. brooks@redcross.org Red Cross also has opportunities to engage in local disaster response and many other volunteer roles (with varying training expectations). To learn more, visit https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=user_ volunteer_opportunity (click on Opportunity Location, select Gainesville Northeast Georgia Chapter) or contact Mike Riemann at mike.riemann@redcross.org or 770-532-8453.

FITNESS CALENDAR

Please bring a mat and water to each of our exercise classes. Yoga, PIYO, and Senior stretch fitness are $6 per class for residents and $8 for non-residents. Body Blast is $10 per class, first class is free to try!

YOGA: Postures are practice aligning, strengthen and promote flexibility in the body. Breathing techniques and mediation are also integrated. PIYO: is a total-body fitness system designed to whip you into shape from head to toe. It combines the practices of Pilates and yoga to help you build strength, lose weight, increase flexibility and have a great time doing it. SENIOR STRETCH FITNESS: This class is designed to increase mobility while working on flexibility, balance, and strength. This class is geared towards beginner to intermediate level individuals. Class will use a chair for sitting and standing movements. A stretching band will be provided! BODY BLAST: This class allows participants to experience strength, cardio, and stretching exercises in a fun small group setting. This is a circuit-based workout including weights and cardio training in short intervals. The class is finished off with stretching! If you have any questions, please email at activities@sterling-life.com

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