Traditions May 2021

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The Official Newsletter of the Traditions of Braselton Community

May 2021 Vol. 8 Iss. 5

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PUBLIC SCHOOLS Gum Springs Elementary West Jackson Primary School West Jackson Intermediate School West Jackson Middle School Jackson County Comp. High School

706-654-5580 706-654-2243 706-654-2044 706-654-2775 706-367-5003

PRIVATE SCHOOLS Jackson Trail Christian School Lanier Christian Academy North Georgia Christian School

706-367-9418 678-828-8350 678-828-8350

CHILD CARE & PRESCHOOLS Elite Academy First Steps Childcare of Braselton Georgia Kids Academy

706-658-2343 706-658-4075 706-654-5437

COLLEGE & UNIVERSITIES Brenau Academy & University UGA Visitors Center Georgia Perimeter College University of North Georgia

770-534-6299 706-542-0842 678-407-5000 706-398-3000

MEDICAL FACILITIES Athens Regional Medical Center 706-475-7000 Northridge Medical Center 706-335-1000 Northeast Georgia Medical Center Braselton 770-848-8000 Gainesville 770-219-9000 Winder 770-867-3400 St. Mary’s Hospital 706-398-3000 RECREATIONAL FACILITIES Traditions Golf Club Chateau Elan Winery Jackson County Parks & Rec Winder-Barrow Community Theatre Tanger Factory Outlets

706-363-9963 678-425-0900 706-367-6350 770-867-1679 706-335-3354

GOVERMENT SERVICES Jackson County Fire Department Jackson County Sheriff’s Department Jackson County Animal Control Department of Motor Vehicles Motor Vehicle Registration Tax Commissioner Voter Registration Dept. of Driver Services (Athens) Dept. of Driver Services (Gainesville) Braselton Post Office Jefferson Post Office

706-367-1911 706-367-6000 706-367-5480 706-535-6940 706-367-6320 706-367-6325 706-367-6377 706-552-4427 770-532-5308 706-654-3301 800-275-8777

UTILITIES/SERVICES Jackson Electric Membership Corp.

706-367-5281 Windstream 866-445-5880 Xfinity/Comcast 678-859-9253 Jackson County Water/Sewer 706-367-1741 Direct TV 888-777-2454 Dish Network 800-333-3474 Country Boy Satellites 706-677-3394 Jackson EMC Security 706-367-5281 Garbage Hound Trash Service 706-658-2679 White Oak Sanitation 706-367-0628 HOA COMMUNITY WEBSITE www.traditionsofbraselton.org To advertise in Traditions, contact Leah Nelson at The Times - 770.535.6330 lnelson@gainesvilletimes.com Traditions 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 Traditions of Braselton 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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Committee Member Listing

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Save the Dates

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News from the Manager

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Community Calendar

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News from the Social Committee

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News from the Hospitality Committee

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Recipe Corner

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News from the Empty Nesters

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News from the Course

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News from the Recreation Committee

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Health and Fitness

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Graduation Announcements

Traditions of Braselton Onsite Community Association Office 401 Delaperriere Loop, Jefferson, GA 30549 706-654-9121 | traditionsofbraselton.org Monday to Friday |10 AM to 6 PM *** Office hours are by appointment only currently due to Covid-19*** Notary Service: Available for $3 by appointment only.

Amenity keycards: To replace your amenity photo id keycard for $25/ each please email our office.

Please email the onsite manager at manager@traditionsofbraselton.org or the onsite admin at admin@traditionsofbraselton.org

Traditions of Braselton Owners Clubhouse 1665 Traditions Way, Jefferson, GA 30549 Lost Pet/Animal Disturbances For lost pest, dangerous animals and/or unclaimed pets, please contact Jackson County Animal Control at 1-706-367-5480.

Mailbox Replacement/Repair(s) Please contact Brett Schwartz at 1-918-605-4209.

Discovery Center 401 Delaperriere Loop, Jefferson, GA 30549 | 706-684-0450 discover@traditionsofbraseltonhomes.com Traditions Golf & Country Club 350 Traditions Way, Jefferson, GA 30549 | 706.363.9963

Welcome

to our new residents

Sharma Ajoy Brooke McLaughlin Bruce & Teresa Nelson Wendy J. Rogers Justin & Jennifer Dudomaine Kenneth & Kellyn Berrong Heather Moore Danny L. Love Courtney O’Brien Vandie E. Smith Joel & Connie Gatlin John Mark & Connie Tabor Eric & Lynne Guenther Kristen & Marcus Baxter Thomas D. & Janice A. Nassick Richard G. & Mary B. Leger Louia Drooker Lalehan Salar & Nagihan A. Jeradi Tiffany Delliponti Bonnie M. & Carl L. Connell Jr.

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COMMITTEE MEMBER LISTING

Board of Directors

boardofdirectors @traditionsofbraselton.org Whit Marshall Bryan Allen Sam McGaughey

Architectural Review Board

arb@traditionsofbraselton.org Hunter Bicknell (HOA Rep) David Hobbs (HOA Rep) Joan Cox (HOA Rep) Whit Marshall Bryan Allen Addison Wilson Michael Hart (Architect)

Finance Committee

finance @traditionsofbraselton.org Quarterly Meeting

Jason Shay Andrew Williams Dave Cathcart Jack C. Todd

Social Committee

Communication Committee

Sheila Anderson, Chair Caroline Pergantis Heather Bennett Kelli Eureka Danielle Connor Ashley Cooper Blake Milner Terina Assouad-Sorrell Andrea Vitch Helen Minor Shelley Lovelady

communications @traditionsofbraselton.org Lloyd Ocampo Cindy Hohman

Tennis Committee

tenniscommittee @traditionsofbraselton.org Ginger Reeves, Chair Bret O’Steen James Livingston Margaret Peterson Tracy Woodall

Grounds Committee

grounds @traditionsofbraselton.org

Steve Morrell, Chair Wayne Davis Beth Grimes Donna Cowart Ralph NeSmith Keith Harbin Gary Webb Tom Goodwin

Meets the 3rd Thursday of the Month at 5:00 pm

Capital Improvements & Special Projects capitalimprovements @traditionsofbraselton.org Bret O’Steen, Chair David Ehrhardt Beth Grimes William Patterson

Recreation Area

recreation @traditionsofbraselton.org Daryl McCallum, Chair Brett Schwartz

Joel Gatlin, Chair David Green Steve Morrell Cheryl Domineau Lane Thompson Jane Gladden Bill Cowart James Barry Linda Harris Gary Webb Michael Madden Bob Heess Julie Heess

Grounds Special Projects Sub Committee James Barry David Green

socialcommittee @traditionsofbraselton.org Meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7pm

Hospitality Committee hospitalitycommittee @traditionsofbraselton.org Portia Ocampo, Chair Kathy Buffington Donna Thompson Connie Freeman Helen Parsek Sherry Green Suzanne Patterson Nancy Allen Lyn Coburn Alisha Moore Jennie Deese

Empty Nesters

emptynesters @traditionsofbraselton.org Beth Grimes, Chair Janice Barbieri Mary Ann Barry Nancy Bolen Cindy Hohman Margaret Hanson Helen Parsek Karin Waters Shelley Lovelady Carol Mays

Helen Minor Jennie Deese Joy Rich Laura Madden Beth Franklin

Neighborhood Watch neighborhoodwatch @traditionsofbraselton.org Frederick Rogers, Chair Tom Badura Jay Cleveland Cheryl & Jim Domineau Ralph NeSmith Richard & Tina Carlson Robert Evans Michael Goodman Rich Doeding Larry Miller Sherry & Scott Davis

Christmas Decorating Committee Cheryl Morrell, Chair Nancy Bolen Jennifer Alexander Lee Axelberg Sandy Carroll Bonnie Hall Sheryl Harvin Annette McDonald Portia and Ranah Ocampo Nancy Owens Helen Parsek Pam Poppe Jen Williams Lori Williams Donna Cowart Linda Boatner David Leighton Beverly Davis

*Please email manager@ traditionasofbraselton.org if you are interest in serving.

Traditions of Braselton Is Professionally Managed By: Community Management Associates, Inc. On-site Community Association Manager Jennifer M. Giacin, CAM On-site Management Office 401 Delaperriere Loop Jefferson, GA 30549 706-654-9121 jgiacin@cmacommunities.com manager@traditionsofbraselton.org

On-site Administrative Assistant On-site Maintenance Technician Corporate Office Jenny Guess Chance Reynolds 1465 Northside Drive, Suite 128 401 Delaperriere Loop 401 Delaperriere Loop Atlanta, GA 30318 Jefferson, GA 30549 Jefferson, GA 30549 404-835-9100 706-654-9121 1-706-654-9121 Fax: 404-835-9200 Fax: 706-654-9127 creynolds@cmacommunities.com jguess@cmacommunities.com admin@traditionsofbraselton.org **To guarantee availability please schedule an appointment with the Community Manager

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S AV E T H E D AT E S

Save the Date!

Look for Updates on our Community Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Traditions-of-Braselton/656536547767097 & our Community Website at http://www.traditionsofbraselton.org **(Dates and times are subject to change, please check back and look for announcements) ** PLEASE RSVP – Just a reminder, Traditions has grown so much that it is imperative that we RSVP for all Social Committee Events! ***Due to the recommendations of the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and World Health Organization (WHO) we are postponing community events in the immediate future until further notice. We will continue to monitor COVID-19 updates from the CDC and WHO as well as make important community updates, as necessary. *** All events are subject to change!*** MAY *** Traditions Celebrates Graduates*** 1st: Pool Opens 1st: Empty Nester’s Event at the Owners Clubhouse 5th: Cinco D’ Mayo 7th: Couples Golf at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 9th: Mother’s Day 12th: American Red Cross Community Blood Drive at the Owners Clubhouse 12th: Ladies Tips & Sips Clinic at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 13th: Event Planning Meeting at Community Association Office Conference Room 14th: ARB Meeting at the Discovery Center Conference Room 14th: Chastain Night at the Owners Clubhouse 15th: MGA Red Tee at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 19th: Dessert Bunco at the Owners Clubhouse 19th: Social Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 20th: Traditions of Braselton and Royal Lakes Pairing at the Owners Clubhouse 20th: Ground Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 20th to 22nd: Peach Cup Tournament at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 21st: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 25th: Last Day of School for Jackson County 26th: Traditions Member-Member Tournament at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 27th: Empty Nester Hand & Foot Card Game at the Owners Clubhouse 31st: Memorial Day – HOA Office is Closed JUNE ***Empty Nesters Pool Party – TBD*** 6th: New Residents Meet and Mingle hosted by the Hospitality Committee at the Owners Clubhouse 9th: Ladies Tips & Sips Clinig at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 11th: ARB Meeting at the Discovery Center Conference Room 13th: Sunday Funday at the Owners Clubhouse hosted by the Social Committee 14th: Blood Drive at the Owners Clubhouse 16th: Dessert Bunco at the Owners Clubhouse 16th: Social Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 17th: Grounds Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 18th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse Club 18th: Couples Golf at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 20th: Father’s Day 23rd: Ladies Tips & Sips Clinig at the Traditions of Braselton Golf & Country Club 25th to 27th: Member Guest Tournament at

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the Traditions of Braselton Golf & Country Club JULY Empty Nesters Pool Party – TBD 4th: July 4th Parade & Celebration hosted by the Social Committee 5th: Independence Day Holiday – HOA Office is closed 9th: ARB Meeting at the Discovery Center Conference Room 15th: Grounds Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 16th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 17th: MGA Red, White & Blue at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 19th: Quarterly Community Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse 21st: Dessert Bunco at the Owners Clubhouse 21st: Social Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 23rd: Couples Golf at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 30th: 1st Day of School for Jackson County 30th: Back to School Bash & Book Bag Drive (iServe Ministries) at the Owners Clubhouse hosted by the Social Committee AUGUST 3rd: Empty Nester’s Event at the Owners Clubhouse 4th: Blood Drive at the Owners Clubhouse 5th: Trivia Night at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 13th: ARB Meeting at the Discovery Center Conference Room 15th: Sunday Funday at the Owners Clubhouse hosted by the Social Committee 18th: Dessert Bunco at the Owners Clubhouse 18th: Social Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 19th: Grounds Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 20th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 21st & 22nd: MGA Ryder Cup at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 27th: Couples Golf at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club SEPTEMBER 3rd: Empty Nester’s Event at the Owners Clubhouse 6th: Labor Day – HOA Office is Closed 7th: Divot Fixing Party at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 7th & 8th: Fall Aerification at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 8th: State of the Club at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 10th: ARB Meeting at the Discovery Center Conference Room 15th: Dessert Bunco at the Owners Clubhouse

15th: Blood Drive at the Owners Clubhouse 15th: Social Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 16th: Grounds Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 17th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 18th: Fall Community Yard Sale 25th & 26th: Member/Member Tournament at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 26th: New Residents Meet and Mingle hosted by the Hospitality Committee at the Owners Clubhouse 30th: Pool Closes for the Season OCTOBER 1st: Sheila Fest Golf Tournament at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club hosted by the Social Committee 6th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 8th: ARB Meeting at the Discovery Center Conference Room 8th: Empty Nester’s Event at the Owners Clubhouse 9th: Community Fall Festival at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 13th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 14th: Sheila Fest Silent Auction Dinner Setup at the Owners Clubhouse 15th: Couples Golf at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 15th: Sheila Fest Silent Auction Dinner at the Owners Clubhouse hosted by the Social Committee 16th: Sheila Fest Music Festival at the Owners Clubhouse hosted by the Social Committee 20th: Dessert Bunco at the Owners Clubhouse 20th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 20th: Social Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse 21st: Grounds Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 22nd: Blood Drive at the Owners Clubhouse 22nd - 24th: Club Championship at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 25th: Quarterly Community Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse - 6:15 PM Sign In/Meet & Greet; 7:00 PM Call to order 27th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 29th: 15th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 30th: Kids Halloween Party Setup at the Owners Clubhouse 30th: 2nd Annual Halloween Party at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 31st: Kids Halloween Party at the Owners Clubhouse hosted by the Social Committee 31st: Halloween Day

NOVEMBER ***Christmas Decorating Committee to Decorate Traditions*** 3rd: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 5th: Empty Nesters Event at the Owners Clubhouse 7th: Daylight Saving Time ends 10th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 12th: ARB Meeting at the Discovery Center Conference Room 13th: MGA Cup at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 17th: Dessert Bunco at the Owners Clubhouse 17th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 17th: Social Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse 18th: Grounds Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 19th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 24th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 25th & 26th: Thanksgiving Holiday – HOA Office is closed 27th: Cornhole Tournament at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club DECEMBER ***Christmas Giving – Toys for Tots*** 1st: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 2nd: 2022 Calendar Planning Meeting at the Discovery Center Conference Room 3rd: Empty Nesters Event at the Owners Clubhouse 4th: Christmas D’Lights Event at the Owners Clubhouse hosted by the Hospitality Committee 8th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 10th: ARB Meeting at the Discovery Center Conference Room 11th: Pancakes with Santa at the Owners Clubhouse hosted by the Social Committee 15th: Dessert Bunco at the Owners Clubhouse 15th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 15th: Social Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse 16th: Grounds Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 17th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 22nd: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 24th & 27th: Christmas Holiday – HOA Office is closed 29th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 31st: New Year’s Eve – HOA Office is closed HAPPY NEW YEAR 2022

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NEWS FROM THE MANAGER Committee Appreciation Dinner

Committee Appreciation Dinner

On behalf of the Traditions of Braselton Community Association, we would like to take this opportunity to thank all the sponsors that participated and provided door prizes for our Committee Appreciation Dinner on Thursday, March 18, 2021. Your generous gifts lifted the spirts of our amazing volunteers and we greatly appreciated that!

On behalf of the Traditions of Braselton Community Association, we would like to take this opportunity to thank all the sponsors that participated and provided door prizes for our Committee Appreciation Dinner Committee Appreciation Dinner on Thursday, March 18, 2021. Your generous gifts lifted the On behalf of the Traditions of Braselton Community Association, we would like to take thisthat!

Casey Haney of (706) 363-9963 Phil Benitez 678.288.4819 Alan Duckett (770) 962-2921 spirts our amazing volunteers and we greatly appreciated opportunity to thank all the sponsors that participated and provided door prizes for our Committee Appreciation Dinner on Thursday, March 18, 2021. Your generous gifts lifted the spirts of our amazing volunteers and we greatly appreciated that!

Casey Haney (706) 363-9963

Phil Benitez 678.288.4819

Alan Duckett (770) 962-2921

Brandon Shedd 404-327-1600

Corporate Office 800-522-6314

Brandon Shedd 404-327-1600

Corporate Office 800-522-6314

Ryan Smith - 678-985-4030

Scott McCulluck 678-977-3421

Andrea Lagos artofyoga@rocketmail.com Andrea Lagos artofyoga@rocketmail.com

Corporate Office (678)-726-9646

Corporate Office (678)-726-9646

Ryan Smith - 678-985-4030

David McCord 470-553-0653

Scott McCulluck 678-977-3421

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404-644-6831

David McCord 470-553-0653

Office 706-654-9221

Office 706-654-9221

Jacks provided excellent food that everyone enjoyed!

Jacks provided excellent food that everyone enjoyed!

(770) 867-5225

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NEWS FROM THE MANAGER

Thank you so much

to all our wonderful committee members for all their excellent service to our Community!!

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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8:00 AM - 11:00 PM Empty Nester’s Event 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM Pool Opens

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5:30-7:30 PM Coaching

6:15-7:15 PM AOY “Buti Power” Yoga Class

8:00-9:30 AM Yoga Class

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Cardio Kickboxing Class

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Cinco de Mayo

8:00-9:30 AM Yoga Class

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10:00-11:00 AM AOY “Vinyasa Flow” Yoga Class

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6:00 - 8:00 PM Couples Golf

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5:30 - 7:30 PM Coaching

6:30-7:45 PM AOY “Gentle Zen” Yoga Class

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Mother’s Day

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8:00-9:30 AM Yoga Class 5:30-7:30 PM Coaching 6:30-7:45 PM AOY “Gentle Zen” Yoga Class

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8:00-9:30 AM Yoga Class 5:30-7:30 PM Coaching 6:30-7:45 PM AOY “Gentle Zen” Yoga Class

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8:00-9:30 AM Yoga Class 6:30-7:45 PM AOY “Gentle Zen” Yoga Class

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8:00 am-9:00 am Cardio Kickboxing Class

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8:00-9:30 AM Yoga Class

6:15-7:15 PM AOY “Buti Power” Yoga Class

12:00-5:00 PM Blood Drive

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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Event Planning Meeting

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10:00-11:00 AM

7:00 - 11:00 PM Chastain Night

AOY “Vinyasa Flow” Yoga Class

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Tips & Sips (Ladies Golf Clinic)

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8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Cardio Kickboxing Class 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Traditions Book Club

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12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Dessert Bunco Group

10:00-11:00 AM AOY “Vinyasa Flow” Yoga Class

8:00-9:30 AM Yoga Class

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Social Committee Meeting

6:15-7:15 PM AOY “Buti Power” Yoga Class

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Last Day of School 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Cardio Kickboxing Class 6:15-7:15 PM AOY “Buti Power” Yoga Class

8:00 - 12:00 AM Traditions of Braselton and Royal Lakes Pairing Event

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8:00 - 12:00 AM Traditions of Braselton and Royal Lakes Pairing Event

9:30 AM - 3:00 PM Pins & Needles Group

9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Peach Cup Tournament

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Grounds Committee Meeting

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8:00-9:30 AM Yoga Class

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Traditions MemberMember Tournament

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7:00 - 10 PM Empty Nester Hand & Foot Card Game Info

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM ARB Meeting

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9:00 AM - 2:00 PM MGA Red Tee

5:30 - 7:30 PM Coaching

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9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Peach Cup Tournament

5:30 - 7:30 PM Coaching

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Memorial Day Office Closed

8:00-9:30 AM Yoga Class

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NEWS FROM THE SOCIAL COMMITTEE

THE SOCIAL COMMITTEE IS LOOKING FORWARD TO A BUSY YEAR OF PLANNNING EVENTS FOR EVERYONE. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU ARE GETTING EMAILS AND OR FACEBOOK NOTICES FROM US! IF YOU ARE NOT PLEASE LET US KNOW. WE DON’T WANT YOU MISSING ANY OF THE EVENTS COMING UP!

Easter Egg Hunt Well the Easter Bunny came to visit Traditions! WOW! Who knew we had so many wonderful kiddos in the neighborhood!

We want to thank Uncle Chet’s Barbecue and Giovanni’s Itailian Ice for being onhand for this event!

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UPCOMING EVENTS

CHASTAIN NIGHT Join us for Chastain Night, a night under the stars with great music and great company!

When: Friday May 14th

Place: Owners Clubhouse Time: 7pm-11pm Table for 10 are $180.00 or Single Ticket is $20.00 Decorate your table, bring your own food, and byob!

Chastain Night is for adults only!! The pool will close at 6pm!!

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Here is the link to sign up! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/music-under-the-stars-chastainnight-tickets-150382806021

We are working on other events so please keep your eyes and ears open!!!!

SAVE THE DATES

Sheila Fest! 5 Year anniversary!

Save the dates!

Information coming soon on how you can sponsor, donate, volunteer, or join in on planning this awesome event!

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N E W S F R O M T H E H O S P I TA L I T Y C O M M I T T E E

NEW RESIDENT MEET AND MINGLE SUNDAY, JUNE 6TH, 2021 / 3-4PM We want to extend a warm welcome to all our new residents! We are always excited to welcome more families into the community! Our last Meet and Mingle was so much fun! We hope that you are feeling at home here in Traditions. For those who could not make our last Meet and Mingle, we hope to meet you next time.

Residents here have many activities to enjoy, such as tennis, golf, pickleball, yoga, and much more. Other groups or committees are not limited to but include Bible study, Empty Nesters, Social committee, and others.

You can find an array of activities to suit your lifestyle.

Moreover, if there is a committee you would like to join, simply review the list of committees in this newsletter and let the Committee Chairs know! We are always looking for people to join the Hospitality Committee!

Any college students looking to serve their community during our upcoming Christmas D’Lights event scheduled for December 4th can contact me any time at hospitalitycommittee@traditionsofbraselton.org Also, please follow the community’s official Facebook Page entitled: Traditions of Braselton Community Association. There you will be updated on all community events!

We are also pleased to let you know about our new Sub-Committee called Comfort and Care led by Lyn Coburn. The purpose of this group is to reach out to families experiencing bereavement to show our neighborhood support. If you have a loss in your immediate family, or are aware of a neighbor who has, please let us know via email. It is important to us to show our support when needed the most. Our only way finding out who needs our support is by YOU informing us!

Last, please be advised that we follow COVID guidelines. Please wear a mask to attend the Meet and Mingle. Do not attend if you are experiencing ANY COVID related symptoms. We ask everyone to practice social distancing. We will check your temperature upon entry into the Clubhouse. Let us do our part in keeping everyone healthy.

Our next “New resident Meet and Mingle” is scheduled on Sunday, June 6th from 3pm-4pm at the Owners Clubhouse. We will be congratulating all 2021 graduating students; so, stop by, take a picture with us, and grab a snack! Congratulations, students of Traditions!

Hospitality, Chair Portia Ocampo

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N E W S F R O M T H E H O S P I TA L I T Y C O M M I T T E E

DEAR NEIGHBORS, If you have had a loss in your immediate family, or you become aware of another Traditions of Braselton family who has had a loss in their immediate family, please let us know. We are dedicated to offering kindness and care when families need it the most. We will send a card offering our condolences to show our neighborhood support during this difficult time.

Additionally, if you would like to send a meal to the family, we are happy to help you set up a meal train. Please reach out to the committee to set up a consultation. Our service is provided to TOB residents only.

We encourage you to reach out and contact us at: comfortandcare@traditionsofbraselton.org Thanks!

Lyn Coburn Hospitality’s Comfort & Care Sub-Committee COMFORT AND CARE COMFORTANDCARE@TRADITIONSOFBRASELTON.ORG

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CROCKPOT SALSA CHICKEN www.delish.com This is probably THE simplest recipe... ever? A slow cooker meal made with only 4 ingredients is really something to celebrate. The chicken falls apart and becomes immensely tender, flavored with the familiar flavors of chunky salsa and taco seasoning, and brightened up with bursts of lime juice. Serve this over rice, in lettuce cups, or as tacos. This recipe is the epitome of set it and forget it.

Want to change it up a little bit? Sub the red salsa for a salsa verde for a totally different flavor and an equally easy dinner.

If you’ve made this simple recipe, let us know how it went in the comments below!

YIELDS: 6 SERVINGS

PREP TIME: 0 HOURS 5 MINS

TOTAL TIME: 3 HOURS 15 MINS

INGREDIENTS

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts 2 tsp. taco seasoning mix 2 c. chunky red salsa Lime wedges, for serving

INSTRUCTIONS

Arrange chicken breast in slow cooker. Sprinkle all over with taco seasoning mix. Pour 1 cup of the salsa over seasoned chicken. Cover and cook on high for 3 hours (or low for 6-8 hours).

Use two forks to shred the chicken. Add remaining cup of salsa and toss to coat.

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NEWS FROM THE EMPTY NESTERS

“Hoops and Holes” Emptynesters April Event

The day was Saturday, April 10, 2021 and we finally get to have an event again. So, we pulled out all of the stops.

The place was the Owners’ Clubhouse, and the Empty Nesters came to PARTY. The decorations were all about basketball and golf and everything orange and green.

The EN committee met to create a host of fun basketball and golf games because we know how competitive we can get. The table decorations included glass cylinders of grass, golf balls, tees, basketballs with tiny men everywhere and the brain teaser TEE triangle games.

We welcomed so many new neighbors to our group that it is hard to keep up. We are blessed to have so many new members as well as committee members. We have a few committee members we want to thank for their years of service to our group- Lynn Kolb, Beth Eggleston, and Carol Higbie. We also want to welcome new committee members- Jennie Deese, Beth Franklin, Helen Minor, Joy Rich, Laura Madden and Carol Mays. Looking forward to many new ideas for future fun times. No pressure, Ladies!

We want to thank the Morrell’s for their generous donation of catered food from Epting events. The variety of sliders and appetizers were delicious. Numerous additional yummy foods and desserts were provided by our members (and we have some good cooks). We had our beverage of choice or a glass or two of Nancy Bolen’s “John Daly” cocktail (spiked Arnold Palmer), all while enjoying each other’s’ company. Many took the opportunity to practice the miniature golf and basketball games for later.

Then the games began. We had a beautiful night (rain stopped at the right time) and made the most of it. We had five games set up for all to enjoy in teams of four- 2 golf and 3 basketball. The putt-putt type miniature golf holes that we played with a 6-inch golf club and a marble on the table was a challenge. The loop-de-loop was great fun to see who could make their putt through the loop in one shot and we even had a few hole-in-ones.

Watching the real golfers standing up and trying to get both hands on the 6” club was hilarious and did not make them any better a golfer than the rest of us. The next game, created by the Poppes’ son, was a skeeballtype putting game. The object was to putt the ball into the hole with the highest point value. Each got two putts

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and several teams came away with zero points on that one. Sounded easier than it actually was. Lots of laughter to be had by all.

The basketball games were up next. Head Game Hoops with a plastic basketball and the goal attached to a teammates head was fun to watch. The goalie could not see to help much, so a few helped a little more than most by almost reaching into the goal. The pong springboard hoop game was a challenge to most. The object was to catapult the ball from the spoon into the hoop. Oh the faces and the determination. There was one basket made, albeit into someone’s wine glass! Two points, I don’t think so. No skills needed- well maybe a light touch. Another basketball ball game was to bounce a ping-pong ball into the baskets with various points. We will have to change these games up next time as they were too challenging but made people laugh.

The winning team, by one point, was Vicky Jorstad, Rachel Maness, Helen Minor and Ray Smoak. We had a tie for the second place team, and they tied in two tie-breakers (yes, we thought that would be enough).

So they were chosen by the only team to make a pong basket- the only all male team- Brett Schwartz, Joe Minor, Norm Bolen and Ron Donat. Congrats to all the winners who received their fabulous prizes that included lottery tickets. Let us know if we have a big winner.

The EN committee created an awesome first event of the year. The best part of the entire evening was listening to all of the joy and laughter of just being together, as well as a little competition. So glad we are finally able to get together again to see friends and neighbors we have not seen for a while and meeting new neighbors. Looking forward to many more events this year.

Our next event will be May 1, 2021 at the Owners Clubhouse.

If you would like to join us, please email emptynesters@ traditionsofbraselton.org with name(s), address, best phone number and best email address. Hope to see you soon.

Beth Grimes, Chair On behalf of the Empty Nesters Planning Committee Traditions of Braselton

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NEWS FROM THE

GOLF GROUPS LADIES’ GOLF GROUP

Currently, the ladies have standing tee times Monday at 11:00 am and Tuesday through Friday at 9:20 am. You need to call the pro shop 48 hours in advance to reserve your spot. You can make reservations for up to two weeks at a time. If you just show up without a reservation, you take the chance of there not being an opening. Do not worry about handicaps since the skill levels vary widely.

These women golf for fun. For more information, please contact Pam Poppe at poppepampaul@gmail.com or 706-654-4776.

SENIOR MEN’S GOLF GROUP

The senior men gather to play an organized format of stroke play on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. You never know who you will get paired with on these days, so it is a great opportunity to meet your fellow neighbors and make new friends. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, it is just playing with whomever you like (assuming they want to play with you too). Our block of tee times starts at 11:00 am on Monday and 9:30 am on Tuesdays through Friday. You need to call the pro shop 48 hours in advance to reserve your spot. You can make reservations for up to two weeks at a time. If you just show up without a reservation, you take the chance of there not being an opening. Play as often or as little as you like; just show up at least 15 minutes before the first tee time.

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This is a social group with members of varying skill levels. For more information, contact Steve Morrell at shmorrell44@gmail. com or (h)706-654-6034 or (c) 770-861-6102.

MEN’S GROUP (MGA)

Come out and meet your neighbors in this fun and welcoming group. The Traditions men’s group has weekly organized games on Wednesdays at 12:00 pm and Saturdays/Sundays at Call todaystarting for a free 7:30. We also sponsor fun monthly tournaments throughout on-site estimate! the year. Members can register to play online through Golf Genius. The MGA has neighbors of all skill levels and ages.

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NEWS FROM THE COURSE

WHAT’S WHAT’S HAPPENING HAPPENING AT AT TRADITIONS TRADITIONS GOLF GOLF & & COUNTRY COUNTRY CLUB CLUB BUNKER RENOVATION FOOD TRUCK SATURDAYS

Traditions Golf and Country Club is excited to announce the start of our bunker renovation project which

We are excited to announce that Traditions Golf and Country Club will be having “Food Truck began on March 1st. We are working with Medalist Golf, the industry leader in golf course renovations, to Saturdays” every Saturday from 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM until the restaurant renovation is complete! There install Capillary Concrete Bunker Liners, reform existing bunkers, and install new bunkers on the golf course. will be a different food truck every week including Burger 21, Uncle Chet’s BBQ and more. The par bar will be serving delicious drinks to keep pair with themoisture tasty food.

Bring your families, and out kidsbunkers, up to washed Capillary Concrete Bunker Liners bunker at optimal levelsfriends, to eliminate some great tasting food and good company! enjoy soil contamination, plugged ball lies and other bunker maintenance and playability problems. Capillary Concrete not only rapidly drains rain from storms, it moves moisture back up to the bunker sand during drier weatherPEACH through special micropores and capillary action.

FIRST ANNUAL CUP

Traditions Golf and Country Club is excited to cohost the first annual Peach Cup on Friday, May 20th *In-progress pictures of the bunker Sunday, May 22nd. The Traditions Mens Golf Association will be taking on the Royal Lakes Mens Golf renovation Association in a 2-day Ryder Cup style event. Lets see who will have ultimate bragging rights in all of northeast Georgia!

SPRING PROGRAMMING > Monday Night Putting League - Every Monday night, enjoy socializing with your friends and neighbors as we put your putting skills to the test on our 9-hole putting course. Prizes will be awarded based on a “skins” format and for low score.

Stay up to date on the restaurant and bunker renovation by signing up for our weekly newsletter by emailing the

> Birdies & Brews - Come out andDirector, join your fellow members from the club for an every Tuesday night Memberrship Casey Haney at chaney@traditionsgcc.com. golf gathering! Participants will play a 9-hole skins game in two-person teams from the green tees.

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> Ladies Tips & Sips - Every other Wednesday night, starting April 14th. For ladies of all ability levels.

Learn a little about the game from our staff instructors, then put your skills to use on the course in a fun, friendly atmosphere.

With the renovation in motion there will be a lot of progress being made in the upcoming

> Couples Golf - What could be better than spending date night on the golf course. Enjoy a fun, no months. The progression pictures will all be pressure format while socializing with other couples. available on our Facebook page and on our weekly newsletter emails!

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FROM THE RECREATION AREA COMMITTEE! The pool opens on May 1st this year! We will be using the same reservation as last year; the only change will be that you will only be allowed to book your spots two weeks in advance. If conditions continue to improve, we hope that we will be able to lift the reservation system at the end of May! To make reservation go to https://traditionsofbraselton.getomnify.com/

Update from the Recreation Area Committee • Pergolas at the Pool o Repairs to the pergolas have been awarded to P3 Construction.

- On the schedule to be completed by May 1st and in the process for approval.

• Playground Area o Repainting the supports and poles on the slide o Requested quotes for repainting the supports and poles for the slide. o Looking at doing some tile replacement on the kiddie area entrance. o The mulch in the Playground area has been replaced.

• Recreation Committee email address o We encourage all residents to utilize the Recreation Committee email address for communications with our committee.

We are very interested in obtaining ideas and suggestions from residents to expand and enhance our recreation amenity areas. Please email Daryl McCallum at recreation@traditionsofbraselton.org with ideas or suggestions.

Daryl McCallum, Recreation Area Committee Chair

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You had every intention on trying Yoga this year, but you just have not gotten around to it. Or maybe you are just nervous about it because you do not feel like you are flexible enough...

Starting yoga should not be intimidating…. In fact, yoga is fun, exciting and you will be grateful you started. The best part of yoga is – a little can go a long way. You do not need to make tremendous shifts to your lifestyle to be able to do yoga. After teaching for over a decade, I can honestly tell you – you can start with as little as once a week. Make it easy for yourself and watch it seamlessly integrate with your life. I always encourage my students to “start slow, listen your body, and move at your own perfect pace. As you move into a stretch, notice your bodies cues and if something does not feel good, then know that your body is telling you “not today” Yoga should feel good. Sure, a challenge is great, but we do not want to feel discomfort.

Moving at our own pace, allows us to feel the wonderful rewards and benefits yoga does for our bodies. All the sudden you may notice that you can touch your toes and reach higher than before! That is the beauty of flexibility and flexibility is the fountain of youth!

Speaking of flexibility, you do not have to be flexible to do yoga… If only I could tell you how many times people have asked me this question. You do not need to be able to touch your toes or bend easily to start yoga. It really does get better with practice and consistency is key!

Remember this… No one is judging you or watching you (other than the yoga teacher). I always encourage my students to let go of any judgement, competition, or expectations. Your practice is between you and your mat. ItCoupon serves for as a safe place for you to learn to breathe, Present listen, and feel. Making that mind body connection. No one knows your body better than you, so it is up to you to follow your own lead. No two bodies look alike, and we all have different levels of flexibility, and strength so do not compare yourself to others. Just breathe, let go and enjoy! You will be sure to start feeling better than ever and wonder what took you so long to start!

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The Spine is the switchboard of your nervous system and the messenger to your brain.

When the Spine is flexible the flow of blood and oxygen to the brain and organs are unrestricted.

MAY’S POSE OF THE MONTH : MARICHI’S POSE Revitalize your body with a nice twist. Sit up straight and hug your knees into your chest while you root down into your mat through your sitting bones.

Straighten the right leg and keep the left knee bent, with your left heel on the floor as close to the sitting bones as possible.

When you feel relaxed in your belly, wrap your right elbow around your left knee and look over the left shoulder.

Inhale while you lengthen through your sitting bones and exhale, giving your body a nice twist. Repeat on the other side of your body. Your Spine will thank you for it!!!

SHOUT OUT!!!! The Zen Yoga Class is filling up! Yoga is not just for Girl’s you know! I am so happy to have a nice mixture of both sexes! The Zen Class is a great class to start with if you are a beginner or you are just looking for a slower paced more gentle class to relax, restore, and renew! (Zen Yoga Classes held on Monday Evenings @ 6:30 PM in the Traditions Owners’ Clubhouse) Be sure to follow me on Facebook @ artofyoga.zen for schedule updates and class descriptions. Class Schedule is also on website calendar and posted in Gym and Clubhouse.

May Schedule (Closed May 27th-31st) Monday’s “Gentle Zen Yoga” 6:30p Tuesday’s “Buti Yoga” 6:15p

“You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.” ~C.S. Lewis

Thursday’s “Vinyasa Flow” 10:00a 1665 Traditions Way 30549 $12 drop in or $10 per clss x3 or ore $8 per class x 6 or more classes w/ in same month.

Reserve! 762-233-4810 FB: artofyoga.zen Bring your mat and water Peace, Love, & Light, Andrea Lagos MAY 2021

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Congratulations Graduates!

CLASS OF 2021

Reece Douglas Adams - Jackson County Comprehensive High School Reece is graduating from Jackson County Comprehensive High School. He will attend UNG in Dahlonega in the Fall where he will major in Business.

Emma Axelberg - Jackson County Comprehensive High School Emma is graduating from Jackson County Comprehensive High School. She will be attending the University of Georgia and majoring in Math Education.

Marfude Mohammad Arshad - Jackson County Comprehensive High school Marfude is graduating from Jackson County Comprehensive High School. He is a 2021 Honor Graduate. Marfude will attend UNG in Dahlonega in the Fall where he will major in Business. Marfude hopes to become a successful businessman in the future.

Tyler Barber - University of Georgia Tyler is graduating from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management.

Madison Faith Assouad - Buford High School Madison Faith Assouad is graduating from Buford High School. She is a volleyball player and has decided to attend University of North Georgia.

Taylor Brooke Assouad - UGA Grady School of Journalism Taylor Brooke Assouad graduated 2021 UGA Grady School of Journalism and Mass Communication. She plans to continue and was accepted to the Master’s Program at UGA.

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Cody Houston Baugh - Jackson County Comprehensive High School Cody is graduating from Jackson County Comprehensive High School. He is a 2021 Honor Graduate. Cody was 4-year letterman on the Football Team, where he earned the Top Scholar Athlete Award in his Junior and Senior years. Cody also, won the Athletic Director’s Award. He is a 4-year member of Beta Club and National Honors Society. Cody will be attending the University of Georgia in the Fall to pursue a degree in Engineering.

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COMMUNITY NEWS Alexis Grace Bennett - Hebron Christian Alexis Grace Bennett Class of 2021 Hebron Christian. She will graduate with honors and attending KSU. Entering the nursing program.

Alexis is a HOPE recipient. She is a huge animal rights activist and plans on working for CHOA and helping the children once she graduates college.

Alexis was one of the 250 HOPE scholars that at KSU was chosen to attend the Thrive conference in July for Academic and Community Achievement that goes above and beyond! Congrats Alexis Grace Bennett!! We love you!! Love Mom, Steven, Roscoe, and Jasmine.

Macy Bewley - Braselton Christian Academy Macy is graduating from Braselton Christian Academy. In her middle/high school career, Macy was involved in running Cross Country and Cheer Team as well as one year on the Volleyball team at New Mexico Military Institute before returning to finish high school here in Georgia. She had the privilege of attending Culver Academy in the Summer and completing their Equestrian program. She plans to attend University of North Georgia in Watkinsville majoring in Speech Therapy.

Macy has plans to work full time with Special Needs children and hopes to volunteer this Summer with ESP. Reagan Bewley - Jackson County Comprehensive High School Reagan Bewley is graduating from Jackson County Comprehensive High School. She is an Honors graduate and has been active in the Beta Club for 3 years. Reagan played both Varsity Soccer and ran Cross Country all 4 years of High School. She was the Varsity Captain her Senior year for the CrossCountry Team. Her Junior year she received the Athletic Director Award for Soccer. She enjoys running with her dad and spending time with her family. Her love and faith for God has led her for the past three years to serve abroad in both Nicaragua and Honduras. During her trips she was able to help lead a Summer Camp for children while sharing her faith.

Reagan was accepted to Clemson, UGA and Kennesaw State University.

While it was a hard decision, she has decided to pursue a nursing degree with a minor in Spanish at Kennesaw State University due to their reputable Nursing program. She dreams one day of joining the Peace Corps and serving across the country.

Emily Chandler - Mill Creek High School Emily is a senior at Mill Creek High School. She will be graduating as an Honor graduate. She lettered in Track & Field, Softball, and Flag Football. She is a member of Spanish Honors Society, Talon, FCA, and Buddies Club. She will be attending the University of South Carolina in the Fall and plans to major in Fashion Merchandising.

Griffin Thomas Cobb - Jackson County Comprehensive High School Griffin is a 2021 Honor Graduate graduating from Jackson County Comprehensive High School. He will attend Clemson University in Fall of 2021 and will be majoring in English. Griffin is the Thespian Society President, a State Superintendent Student Council Member, a County Student Advisory Council Member, and an AP Scholar. His hobbies are Art, Writing, and Photography. Griffin desires to script, design, publish various novels, screenplays, and video games.

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Madison Ellis - Jackson County Comprehensive High School Madison is graduating from Jackson County Comprehensive High School. She will be attending the University of Georgia and majoring in Social Work.

Ethan David Forrester - Mountain View High School Ethan is graduating from Mountain View High School on May 28th. He will be attending Kennesaw State University and majoring in Electrical Engineering. Ethan is a Dual-Enrollment graduate with college-level coursework completed with Gwinnett Technical College. His interests include music, gaming and anything audio/video related. Ethan’s hobbies include composing music tracks on computer, hanging with friends, and bowling.

Karess Friddle - Jackson County Comprehensive High School Karess is a graduating from Jackson County Comprehensive High School. She will be attending the University of North Georgia in the Fall of 2021.

Genna Gaines - Riverside Brookfield High School Genna is graduating from Riverside Brookfield High School located in Riverside, IL, which is just outside of Chicago. She will be attending Ole Miss in the Fall Genna has played Softball and been a part of the Best Buddies Club, while also doing some pet and babysitting. She will be a Psychology major with a minor in Criminology.

Ella Marie Galley - Jackson County Comprehensive High School Ella Marie Galley is a 2021 Honor Graduate from Jackson County Comprehensive High School. She will be attending Kennesaw State University in the Fall where she will major in Public Relations.

She ran Varsity Cross Country for two years. Ella’s future goals are to travel around the world as a flight attendant.

Kade Graves - Jackson County Comprehensive High School Kade is graduating from Jackson County Comprehensive High School. He is an Honor Graduate. Kade plans to attend college and major in Dentistry. He was a Scholar Athlete for 4 years.

Kade won the 2019 Athletic Directors Award in Tennis. He was a 4 Year Letterman, the Team MVP, Team Captain, the Athens Banner- Herald Freshman of the Year Player, the All Region First Team, Region Player of the Year for all awarded years at JCHS High School, the Area Player of the Year in Tennis. Kade won his 60th career match, becoming the All-Time leader for wins in school history in tennis at Jackson County High School. Kade enjoys playing tennis, being at the lake with friends and traveling.

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COMMUNITY NEWS Rachel Marie Hardegree - University of Georgia Rachel is graduating from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Science in Forest Resources from the Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources.

She enjoys spending time outdoors with friends and her pup, Cleo. Rachel looks forward to applying her studies and traveling to new places as she seeks a research position in wildlife science.

Jillian Faith Holloway - Jefferson High School Jillian Faith Holloway is a 2021 graduate of Jefferson High School. She plans to continue her education at Georgia College and State University in Milledgeville.

Jillian intends to pursue a degree in Nursing with a long-term goal of becoming a Certified Nurse Practitioner. She is a member of the Jefferson High School Beta Club, Spanish Club, and the Vice President of the Health Occupation Student Association. Jillian has also completed the Total Person Program at Jefferson. She is Dual Enrolled at Truett McConnell University in Cleveland, Georgia and will have 21 hours of college credit at the end of the Spring Semester with a 4.0 GPA. Jillian enjoys reading, spending time with friends and leading worship for the Youth Group and morning services at Maysville Baptist Church.

Chandler Hodges - Jackson County Comprehensive High School Chandler is a 2021 Honor Graduate from graduating from Jackson County Comprehensive High School.

He will attend the University of Georgia. Chandler is a member of the Drama Club, Band Club, French Honor Society, Ping Pong Club and ESports Club.

Carson Lagos - Jackson County Comprehensive High School Carson is graduating from Jackson County Comprehensive High School. He plans to attend college and major in Sales and Marketing. Carson looks forward to the future and in pursuing a career in Business. His interests include Entrepreneurship, Investing, Weight Training, and Landscaping.

Hannah Raenay McLinn - Jackson County Comprehensive High School With pride and joy, Mr. and Mrs. McLinn announce the graduation of their daughter Hannah Raenay McLinn, born June 12th, 2003. Hannah is graduating from Jackson County Comprehensive High School. Hannah is looking forward to conquering the business world and achieving her lifelong dream of becoming a self-made millionaire.

Michael McNown - Jackson County Comprehensive High School Michael McNown is graduating from Jackson County Comprehensive High School. He is on the Varsity Golf Team and has participated in Football, Wrestling, Basketball, and the Varsity Cross Country. He is also a member of the Traditions Golf and Country Club.

Michael plans to attend college to play college Golf and to pursue his degree in Business and Mechanics.

Madison Jane Miller - Jackson County Comprehensive High School Madison Jane Miller is graduating from Jackson County Comprehensive High School. She will be attending Kennesaw State University on a Softball Scholarship where she will be majoring in Criminal

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Justice. She played on the high school Softball team and ran Track all four years. Her honors include graduating 3rd in her class, owning the Career Stolen Base record for Softball, and the 400m school record in Track, Top Scholar Athlete, and Athletic Director’s Award for Softball and Track. Her activities include Senior Class Vice President, Beta Club President, member of National Honor Society, Extra Special People Club (ESP), Spanish Honor Society, and Student Leadership Team.

Andrew Paolozzi - Jefferson High School Andrew is an Honor student graduating from Jefferson High School. He will attend the University of GA majoring in Engineering. Andrew is a two time All-American and a National Champion in Track and Field.

Bo Reeves - Jackson County Comprehensive High School Bo Reeves is graduating from Jackson County Comprehensive High School. He will be attending University of North Georgia and majoring in Business Administration. Bo is an Honor Graduate and a Scholar Athlete for 4 years. He won the 2019 Athletic Directors Award. Bo was a 4-year Lettermen for Football, a 4-year Lettermen for Basketball and a 3-year Lettermen for Tennis. Bo enjoys playing sports, snowboarding, traveling, and cooking.

Día Sabin - Jackson County Comprehensive High School Día is graduating from Jackson County Comprehensive High School. She will be attending UGA to major in TESOL and World Language Education. Día is an Honors Grad who lettered in Academics, Color Guard, and Chorus. Día was president of Key Club. She won the Mel Hayden SLP Student Leadership Medallion Award and the Walter Daven Stapleton Scholarship. Día was CoCaptain of the Color Guard, a member of the Spanish Honor Society, and National Honor Society.

Hope Olivia Terhune - Jefferson High School Hope will graduate from Jefferson High School as an Honors Grad and with an AP Scholar Award with Distinction. Her clubs include Principals Leadership Council, Total Person Program, Mu Alpha Theta, Beta Club, and the Environmental Science Club.

She enjoys reading, painting, learning French, and working out. Hope will be attending The University of Georgia with a Major in International Finance. Her goals for the future include living in Paris and working for a non-profit.

Maeve Trimble - Jackson County Comprehensive High School Maeve is graduating from Jackson County Comprehensive High School. She plans to attend University of New Haven (Connecticut) on an Academic Scholarship while majoring in International Business. Her interests include traveling, photography, music, theatre, history, and films.

Jason Williams - Jackson County Comprehensive High School Jason is graduating from Jackson County Comprehensive High School. He plans to attend college and major in Criminal Justice.

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You are invited to sew with us at the “Pins & Needles”.

The group quilts, sews, embroiders, appliqués, knits, crochets, and any other type of handwork you enjoy.

We meet at the Traditions of Braselton Owner’s Clubhouse at 1665 Traditions Way, Jefferson, GA 30549 every third Friday of the month from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm.

a power strip, and extension cords. An iron, ironing board and cutting mat will be provided.

If you plan to attend or any have questions, please call Pam Poppe at 706-654-4776 or email her at poppepampaul@gmail.com. We hope you join us!!!

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Bring your projects, lunch, drinks, and other equipment like a sewing machine, additional lighting,

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1st Wednesday every month at 10am New Theme and Speaker each month Theme is subject to change March- Diabetes

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May- Stroke Awareness June- Financial Planning July- Mental Health August- Cancer Awareness

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TRAVELING TO THE FOLLOWING GREAT DESTINATIONS IN 2021:

CHARLESTON JUNE 14-16

Come with us to the low country! We’ll shop at Charleston City Market, explore Fort Sumter and visit America’s oldest landscaped gardens.

SAVANNAH, GA ASHEVILLE, NC CHARLESTON, SC ST. AUGUSTINE, FL NEW ORLEANS, LA WASHINGTON, DC MEMPHIS, TN

ARK ENCOUNTER & CREATION MUSEUM DESTIN, FL GOLDEN ISLES, GA NASHVILLE, TN MYRTLE BEACH, SC PIGEON FORGE, TN

NOW OFFERING TRAVEL INSURANCE! Visit worldsbestadventures.com for trip dates and reservation deadlines as they become available. Limited space available on all vacations – reserve early to book your spot.

All vacations are 21+ and will include walking tours. Alert your guide at the time of booking of any accessibility/mobility needs.

World’s Best Adventures continues to monitor the ongoing ramifications of the COVID-19 global pandemic. We are committed to responsibly traveling and ensuring the health and safety of our guests and associates. Guests will be required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccinations and will need to be fully vaccinated for two weeks prior to travel.

Proceeds to Fund Community Journalism

For additional details and to reserve your spot, call 770-535-6323 or email info@worldsbestadventures.com.

FREE family-friendly movies on the Town Green in Downtown Braselton MAY 22

JUNE 12

JULY 24

More info at visitbraselton.com and @DowntownBraselton on Instagram and Facebook.