The Official Newsletter of the Traditions of Braselton Community
August 2020 Vol. 7 Iss. 8
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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
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Committee Member Listing
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PRIVATE SCHOOLS Jackson Trail Christian School Lanier Christian Academy North Georgia Christian School
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Community Calendar
706-367-9418 678-828-8350 678-828-8350
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Community News
CHILD CARE & PRESCHOOLS Elite Academy First Steps Childcare of Braselton Georgia Kids Academy
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Social Committee News
706-658-2343 706-658-4075 706-654-5437
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Sheila Fest
COLLEGE & UNIVERSITIES Brenau Academy & University UGA Visitors Center Georgia Perimeter College University of North Georgia
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From the Manager
770-534-6299 706-542-0842 678-407-5000 706-398-3000
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Health & Fitness
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In The Spotlight
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Voice, View & Opinion
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News from the Course
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From the Courts
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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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Community Association Office: 401 Delaperriere Loop: 706-654-9121 Monday - Friday: 10am to 6pm Hours are by Appointment Only during this time because of COVID-19
· Resident Key Card replacements for $25 Please email admin@traditionsofbraselton.org
· Notary Services available for $3 Please contact the HOA office to schedule an appointment for this service.
Lost Pet/Animal Disturbances: For lost pets, dangerous animals and/or unclaimed pets, please contact Jackson County Animal Control at 706-367-5480 Mailbox Replacement/Repair: Brett Schwartz: 918-605-4209 Traditions Golf Club Grille: 706-363-9963
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Daniel R. Sawyer Jennie D. & Lester C. Deese Richard Elliot Connor Daniel & Erin Harris Patrick D. & Julia D. Page Brian & Eboni Lamar James Wayne Southard Bryce L. & Lorrie Ruddick Travis L. Horne Eugene & Nanette Black
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COMMITTEE MEMBER LISTING Board of Directors
boardofdirectors @traditionsofbraselton.org Whit Marshall Paul Thompson Bryan Allen
Architectural Review Board
arb@traditionsofbraselton.org Hunter Bicknell (HOA Rep) David Hobbs (HOA Rep) Joan Cox (HOA Rep) Whit Marshall Michael Hart (Architect) Addison Wilson Bryan Allen
Finance Committee
finance @traditionsofbraselton.org Quarterly Meeting
Steve Morrell, Chair Wayne Davis Beth Grimes Donna Cowart Ralph NeSmith Keith Harbin
Recreation Area
recreation @traditionsofbraselton.org Brett Schwartz Daryl McCallum Jason Shay Andrew Williams
Communication Committee
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 Meets the 3rd Thursday of the
Capital Improvements & Special Projects capitalimprovements @traditionsofbraselton.org David Ehrhardt Beth Grimes Kenny Whitworth William Patterson Bret O’Steen, Chair Kyle Setzer
Month at 5:00 pm
Jim Barbieri, Chair David Green Steve Morrell Cheryl Domineau Lane Thompson Jane Gladden Bill Cowart James Barry
Social Committee
socialcommittee @traditionsofbraselton.org Meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7pm
Sheila Anderson, Chair Caroline Pergantus Heather Bennett Kelli Eureka Danielle Connor Ashley Cooper Annette McDonald Kelly Hannifin Blake Milner Karis White
Hospitality Committee hospitalitycommittee @traditionsofbraselton.org Carol Higbie, Chair Kathy Buffington Donna Thompson Sheree Whigham Connie Freeman Beverly Davis Helen Parsek Sherry Green Kay Costantino Portia Ocampo Suzanne Patterson Nancy Allen Lyn Coburn
Empty Nesters
emptynesters @traditionsofbraselton.org Beth Grimes, Chair Janice Barbieri Mary Ann Barry Beth Eggleston Nancy Bolen Cindy Hohman Margaret Hanson Lynn Kolb Helen Parsek Karin Waters Carol Higbie
Neighborhood Watch neighborhoodwatch @traditionsofbraselton.org Tom Badura Jay Cleveland Wayne Davis Cheryl & Jim Domineau Ralph NeSmith Richard & Tina Carlson Mauricio Cerri Robert Evans Michael Goodman Rich Doeding Larry Miller Sherry & Scott 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 Hours: Mon. - Fri. jguess@cmacommunities.com 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM admin@traditionsofbraselton.org **To guarantee availability please schedule an appointment with the Community Manager
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***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! **(DATES AND TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE, PLEASE CHECK BACK AND LOOK FOR ANNOUNCEMENTS) **
AUGUST Empty Nesters Pool Party – TBD 5th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 11th: Ball Mark Party at the Golf Club 12th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 14th: ARB Meeting the Sales/HOA Office Conference Room 16th: Sunday Funday at the Owners Clubhouse hosted by the Social Committee 17th: Empty Nesters September Planning Meeting 18th: Empty Nester’s Card Game at the Owners Clubhouse 19th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 19th: Dessert Bunco at the Owners Clubhouse 19th: Social Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 20th: Grounds Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 21st: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 22nd& 23rd: Ryder Cup at the Golf Club 26th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 31st: Quarterly Community Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse - 6:30 Sign In/Meet & Greet; 7:00 pm call to order SEPTEMBER 2nd: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 4th: Empty Nester’s Event at the Owners Clubhouse 7th: Labor Day – HOA Office is Closed 7th: MGA Tournament at the Golf Club 9th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 10th: Divot Fixing Party at the Owners Clubhouse 11th: ARB Meeting the Sales/HOA Office Conference Room 12th: Hoedown and Country Boil/Summer Kick Off Party at the Owners Clubhouse 14th: Empty Nesters October Planning Meeting 15th: Empty Nester’s Card Game at the Owners Clubhouse 16th: Dessert Bunco at the Owners Clubhouse 16th: Open Bible Study 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 23rd: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 26th: Community Yard Sale & Shredding Day hosted by the Social Committee 26th: Pinot and Paint at the Owners Clubhouse 30th: Pool Closes for the Season 30th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse OCTOBER 2nd: Empty Nester’s Event at the Owners Clubhouse 3rd & 4th: Senior Club Championship at the Golf Club 5th: Empty Nesters November Planning Meeting 7th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 9th: ARB Meeting the Sales/HOA Office Conference Room 14th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 15th: Grounds Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 16th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 17th: Club Championship at the Golf Club 20th: Empty Nester’s Card Game at the Owners Clubhouse 21st: Dessert Bunco Group at the Owners Clubhouse 21st: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 21st: Social Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse 22nd: Sheila Fest Silent Auction Dinner Setup at the Owners Clubhouse 23rd: Sheila Fest Golf Tournament at the Golf Club hosted by the Social Committee 23rd: Sheila Fest Silent Auction Dinner at the Owners Clubhouse hosted by the Social Committee 24th: Sheila Fest Music Festival at the Owners Clubhouse hosted by the Social Committee 28th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 29th: Kids Halloween Party Setup 30th: Kids Halloween Party at the Owners Clubhouse hosted by the Social Committee
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S AV E T H E D AT E S NOVEMBER 4th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 5th: Blood Drive at the Owners Clubhouse 6th: Empty Nesters Event at the Owners Clubhouse 7th & 8th: MGA Cup at the Golf Club 9th: Empty Nesters December Planning Meeting 11th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 12th: Wine Tasting at the Owners Clubhouse - TBD 13th: ARB Meeting the Sales/HOA Office Conference Room 15th: Welcome New Residents hosted by the Hospitality Committee 16th: Quarterly Community Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse - 6:30 Sign In/Meet & Greet; 7:00 pm Call to Order 17th: Empty Nester’s Card Game at the Owners Clubhouse 18th: Dessert Bunco Group at the Owners Clubhouse 18th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 18th: Social Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse 19th: Grounds Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 20th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 25th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 26th & 27th: Thanksgiving Holiday – HOA Office is closed
27th – 29th: Christmas Decorating Committee to Decorate Traditions DECEMBER 2nd: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 4th: Empty Nesters Event at the Owners Clubhouse 5th: Pancakes with Santa at the Owners Clubhouse hosted by the Social Committee 9th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 11th: ARB Meeting the Sales/HOA Office Conference Room 12th: Toys for Tots Tournament at the Golf Club 13th: Golf Course Tour of Lights at the Golf Club 15th: Empty Nester’s Card Game at the Owners Clubhouse 16th: Dessert Bunco Group at the Owners Clubhouse 16th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 16th: Social Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse 17th: Grounds Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 18th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 23rd: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 24th & 25th: Christmas Holiday – HOA Office is closed 30th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse HAPPY NEW YEAR 2021
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8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Cardio Kickboxing Class
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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. Bring your projects, lunch, drinks, and other equipment like a sewing machine, additional lighting, 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!!! Pam Poppe Pins & Needles Group
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A NOTE FROM THE SOCIAL COMMITTEE: I still hear stories of people that do not hear about our events here in the neighborhood! If you have new neighbors, introduce yourselves, and make sure they are signed up to receive emails, are on the Homeowners private Facebook page, the Traditions Community Facebook page, and that they are getting the newsletter! If everyone is on these 4 avenues there is no way of not knowing what is going on in the neighborhood!!! If you are not receiving emails from Traditions… Please make sure you go to the Community website at http://www.traditionsofbraselton.org/ and update your email settings. Under the Subscriptions Section make sure that both the All Members and the Social settings are checked to receive the emails from us. If your email address has changed please make sure to update that as well. Also,
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Traditions has grown so much our events are RSVP! The only way we can plan is to have everyone RSVP even for free events (remember if you rsvp for free events…we plan on you being there). We purchase according to the rsvp…so if you do not show up, it is money wasted). There also will be events that are for residents only so watch the details on each event! SUNDAY FUNDAY A free concert by Departure the Ultimate Journey Band was a hit for our first Sunday Funday! We want to thank Giovannis Italian Ice and Tex’s Mex for all the wonderful food. A great thanks to Paige Brooks with Universal for providing pizza as well!!!! Our next Sunday Funday will be August 16th! Watch for further details.
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SOCIAL COMMITTEE NEWS 4th OF JULY We know how to celebrate our freedom here at Traditions. What a fun afternoon rock in out to Redneck Blonde!!!! Thank you to Danella Burnett and Oakwood Occasions for the scrumptious food and to Kona Ice keeping us cool!! Congratulations to Colton Holt for best decorated bike and to the Coulter family for the best decorated golf cart! This is the Coulter’s 2nd year in a row winning best cart!!! Who will beat them next year?
IT IS THE 4TH ANNUAL SHEILA FEST! Planning is well under way and we are super excited for this year’s event. When we planned the first festival it was just a neighborhood event that has grown into a community event and I could not be happier! The Community is what it is all about. Love thy neighbor!
Sponsors & Vendors Sponsorship and vendor opportunities for all 3 events are available now! If you have a company or know someone that would be interested in donating to the silent auction or would like to sponsor any of the events...please contact us! Let us make this year’s event spectacular!!!
Charitable Contributions This year’s event will benefit iServe Ministries again. It is so important that we honor all that Jeff and Sherry Grant do for our community. Last year we were able to donate $10,100 to the ministry and I am hoping that we can double that this year!
Volunteer Information If you would like to volunteer to help with planning, helping get sponsorships and/or donations for any of the three events please contact:
Golf Tournament The Sheila Fest Golf Tournament will take place on Friday, October 23rd. Along with the Golf Course’s new management Jim Strong and Kent Hall & Company taking over the tournament, I know that this year’s Golf Tournament will be the best ever! Charity Dinner and Auction The Charity Dinner and Auction will take place the evening of Friday, October 23rd. Jason Lee has graciously offered to take this event over and again. I could not be happier!! I am sure it will be bigger and better than last year! Music Fest & Fun The Sheila Fest Music Festival will be on Saturday, October 24th. You do not want to miss this fun day of music and fellowship!
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Golf event Committee Consists of Jim Strong 404-775-0601 Kent Hall - 843-847-0940 Steve Wilson, Jesse Bennett, Keith Standard, Brad Lathrop Charity Dinner/Auction Jason Lee - 770-870-4775 Music Festival Sheila Anderson - 678-283-8594 Jennifer Giacin - 706-654-9121 Kelly Hannifan, Kelli Eureka, Dannielle Connor, Caroline Pergantis, Karis White, Ashley Cooper, Annette McDonald, Blake Milner Heather Bennett Terina Assoud-sorrell. And a special shout out to Ralph Nesmith for helping with all 3 events!!! Traditions of Braselton
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Sheila Fest Music Festival Sponsorship Opportunities
TITLE SPONSOR: $5000 (SOLD) STAGE SPONSOR: $2500 -Prominent signage on the stage, as well as, throughout the festival area -Multiple opportunities to promote your business from the stage -Promotion in the Traditions of Braselton Newsletter Event Write-Up, Social Media and Event Communications -Vendor booth in prominent festival location -Logo on Official Sheila Fest T-Shirts -4 Entry tickets to the festival -4 Sheila Fest T-Shirts
BAND SPONSOR (7 AVAILABLE): $1000 -Opportunity to promote your business from the stage and introduce one of the bands -Prominent signage around stage area, as well as, throughout the festival -One opportunity to promote your business on stage -Promotion in the Traditions of Braselton Newsletter Event Write-Up, Social Media and Event Communications -Vendor booth in prominent festival location -Logo on Official Sheila Fest T-Shirts -4 Entry tickets to the Festival -4 Sheila Fest T-Shirts
KIDS AREA SPONSOR (1 AVAILABLE): $750 -Prominent signage at Kids Area and Petting Zoo, as well as, throughout the festival area -Promotion in the Traditions of Braselton Newsletter Event Write-Up, Social Media and Event Communications -Vendor booth in prominent festival location -Logo on Official Sheila Fest T-Shirts -4 Entry tickets to the Festival -4 Sheila Fest T-Shirts
The question we get most often is "Why is it called SheilaFest?" “In 2015, one of our beloved residents and social committee members – Sheila Anderson – had a massive heart attack and nearly lost her life. A true music lover, Sheila was inspired by her second shot at life to launch a music festival at Traditions of Braselton. The festival is named as a living tribute to her – after all, that’s what this community is all about… those special individuals that are an integral part of the whole. Sheila’s ideas, connections to local bands and countless hours of work to pull together something amazing with the help of her friends and neighbors in the community resulted in one of the largest events Traditions of Braselton has ever hosted. We expect this year to be even bigger and better than ever. I – for one – can’t wait!”
GOLD SPONSOR: $500 -Prominent signage throughout the festival area -Promotion in the Traditions of Braselton Newsletter Event Write-Up, Social Media and Event Communications -Vendor booth in prominent festival location -Logo on Official Sheila Fest T-Shirts -3 Entry tickets to the Festival -3 Sheila Fest T-Shirts
SILVER SPONSOR: $300 -Prominent signage throughout the festival area -Vendor booth in prominent festival location -Logo on Official Sheila Fest T-Shirts -2 Entry tickets to the Festival -2 Sheila Fest T-Shirts
VENDOR BOOTH: $100 -Vendor booth in festival location -2 Entry tickets to the Festival
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**IN-KIND SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE**
CONTACT OUR TEAM FOR MORE INFORMATION: SHEILA ANDERSON: 678-283-8594 JENNIFER GIACIN: 404-414-6806 EMAIL: SHEILAFEST@TRADITIONSOFBRASELTON.ORG **ASK ABOUT DUAL SHEILA FEST EVENT SPONSORSHIP DISCOUNTS**
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SOCIAL COMMITTEE NEWS So, what does iServe do? In 2019, iServe gave away
$1,980,000 worth of food to those in need
THE ISERVE VISION To end generational poverty in the communities we serve through meeting practical needs and teaching life skills
iServe’s mission is to bridge the gap between the body of Christ (the church) and the community, together with one another serving those in need and teaching them skills that lead to change. Our hope is that the change brings an end to the generational poverty in their lives and families. Our mission currently drives two community programs, a weekend backpack program to 250 local families with children in school who participate in the free and reduced lunch program and a mobile food pantry, held three times per month, serving on average 750 families per month. With a vision for a future where the families that we serve are able to end the cycle of generational poverty that many of them are in, we are seeking partners to help us continue running successful outreach programs, to offer free or reduced cost services to individuals seeking to learn practical life and work skills, and to employ “graduates” of the iServe program.
OUR PROGRAMS
Nearly 40,000 people in the counties that we serve are living under the food insecurity rate
Each mobile food pantry provides 30,000lbs of food for up to 500 families for just $800 In 2019 iServe’s Feeding Northeast Georgia food pantries served 30,000 people in need in our community.
Over 60% of children in our community are eligible for free or reduced lunch
A Bags of Love backpack provides 24 meals for a family for just $6/week Each week 250 backpacks are delivered by volunteers to local schools
Would you consider partnering with us? Jeff: 407-761-3659
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The Art of Yoga
H E A LT H & F I T N E S S
Greetings Neighbors, My name is Andrea Lagos. I have been a resident of “Traditions of Braselton” for almost 13 years. I am a happily married, Mother of three beautiful children, ages 12, 15, and 17. I have taught Yoga for 12 years and Aerial Silks (Hammock and Tails) for 7 years. I had a studio for several years in the North Ga. Dance and Music Factory and a studio (The Zen Den) at The Infinity Floating and Healing Center for 2.5 years. My certifications include 200hr. RYT in Vinyasa, Hot Yoga and Buti Yoga. I am also ACE certified in Levels 1and 2 Vinyasa and Kids Yoga through the Yoga Fit/Yoga Alliance. I was a performer in the Aerial Arts for “Liquid Sky Atlanta” for 1 year and took many safety and rigging workshops during that time. I also hold certifications in FXP Hoop Fitness, Chinese Herbal Medicine, and Sports Nutrition through the ISSA.
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Yoga is my passion. I love to find new and fun ways to help people learn to care for their bodies through health and fitness. It is my desire to share my knowledge to my very own neighborhood through group classes, private classes, and semi-private group classes. I have a vast variety of classes I can teach from children’s classes to Senior classes with focus on Restorative Yoga, Power Vinyasa Yoga, Buti Yoga. Kids Yoga and Hoop Fitness. Please follow me on Facebook at ARTOFYOGA.ZENDEN to be included in the thread for upcoming classes. Also, please feel free to private message me or email me at artofyoga@rocketmail.com with any questions you may have or to be included in my email list. Looking forward to practicing with you!! Blessings, Andrea Lagos (Art of Yoga)
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Your Greatest Asset
Before I tell you my secret, think of something you cherish and consider an asset (definition: a useful and desirable thing or quality; a single item of ownership having exchange value). It may be your house, bank account, or a precious heirloom handed down to you from a grandparent. Let me share a story about something of value that I abused and almost lost for good. My phone. I keep my phone in a protective (supposedly) case which should protect it from damage because I cannot seem to not drop my phone. I am usually careless or try to carry too many things at one time. The first time I dropped my phone it left a small crack in the glass. The damage was minimal but the second drop made the crack bigger and each time I dropped it the crack got a bigger until finally, the final drop cracked the whole length of the screen, made a small hole in the glass and glass flakes were coming off. My phone was now damaged, inoperable, and possessed, flashing and acting funny and doing all kinds of funky things. With frustration, I took it in for repair and immediately when to the store for a new case/cover. I wanted the most expensive/protective case I could find so this would never happen again! I was willing to pay whatever price to protect my phone! Now, back to the asset that came to your mind. What lengths would you go to protect or not lose that asset? Are you willing to do or pay whatever price to cherish and protect it? Have you ever considered that your body and health are one of your best assets and can never be
replaced like a phone or bought at a store? We get one body and will live well to protect it at whatever the cost. Are you asking yourself, “how do I do that?” Get regular physical checkups, listen to your body and don’t ignore symptoms that something is wrong, feed your body the You may vitamins, minerals, and nutrients it needs but not more lifestyleevery day, and give the heart, lungs and muscles the activity it needs to function efficiently and be strong. Do What is m not abuse your body with excess alcohol, drugs, nicotine,welcome caffeine, or any other foreign substance. I am pretty sure you know what is keeping you from taking care of your With Aug body and good health. Most of us do.
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Howdy Neighbor!
Transforming Your Family into the Welcome Wagon During National Family Fun Month
Howdy Neighbor!
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Challenge yourmembers family members to come up with someunique unique items include thatthat will help to know hallenge your family to come up with some itemstoto include willthat helpfamily thatget family getyou, to know you your family, and your distinctive collective personality. For instance, if gardening is a fun family hobby, you might want to our family, and your distinctive collective personality. For instance, if gardening is a fun family hobby, you might want to include some gardening gloves, seed packets and a hand trowel. If your family is all about fun and games, a board game, nclude some gardening gloves, seed packets and a hand trowel. If your family is all about fun and games, a board game a Frisbee, and some water guns will help communicate that to your future besties. If you love to cook, you may want to Frisbee, and water guns recipe will help that toplate your If you love cook, may want to sharesome a favorite appetizer withcommunicate a decorative appetizer andfuture cheesebesties. knife or wooden spoontoand smallyou mixing bowl. Ifappetizer movies are your thing, youamay want to include a box plate of microwave popcorn, cuteor popcorn bags,spoon movie candy, a hare a favorite recipe with decorative appetizer and cheese knife wooden and small mixing Netflix gift card, and a cozy blanket for snuggling. owl. If movies are your thing, you may want to include a box of microwave popcorn, cute popcorn bags, movie candy, a etflix giftHere card,areand a cozy for snuggling. some otherblanket ideas of items you may want to consider stuffing in your new neighbor’s welcome basket:
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Schools) • Hand sanitizer (a sign of theseface historic times) Some fashionable reusable fabric masks (required for students and staff at Jackson County and Jefferson City • Locally made items (you can find some great ones at Joy Company Market at 56 Henry Street in Braselton) Schools) A houseplant or bouquet of fresh flowers Hand •sanitizer (a sign of these historic times) • A bottle of wine or champagne Locally• made items (you can find some great ones at Joy Company Market at 56 Henry Street in Braselton) A welcome sign A houseplant or bouquet • A scented candle of fresh flowers • of A fresh-baked pie, cookies, or brownies A bottle wine or champagne • Thissign is Braselton Guidebook (you can pick up an issue at Braselton Town Hall) A welcome • The names and phone numbers of your favorite babysitters A scented candle • Gift card to a local eatery A fresh-baked pie, or brownies • Gift card to cookies, local grocery This is•Braselton Guidebook (you can pick up an issue at Braselton Town Hall) The possibilities are endless!
The names and phone numbers of your favorite babysitters Not only will this welcome basket be fun for your family to shop for, put together and deliver, but it will also be fun for Gift card a local eatery your newtoneighbors to receive. Gift card to local grocery The possibilities are endless! KB 7/11/2020
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How long will those who call on Jesus as Lord doubt that He is a miracle working God? The Lord wants you to trust Him and step out of your comfort zones where you have allowed religion to train and nurture a heart of fear, skepticism, and doubt. Allow the Lord to fan the flames of your heart that you may know and experience Him in a deeper way. Matthew 14:25-31 “And in the fourth watch of the night Jesus went unto them, walking on the sea. And when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were troubled, saying, it is a spirit; and they cried out for fear. But straightway Jesus spoke unto them, saying, be of good cheer; it is I; be not afraid. And Peter answered him and said, Lord, if it be, thou, bid me come unto thee on the water. And he said, Come. And when Peter was come down out of the ship, he walked on the water, to go to Jesus. But when he saw the wind boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to sink, he cried, saying, Lord, save me. And immediately Jesus stretched forth his hand, and
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caught him, and said unto him, O thou of little faith, wherefore didst thou doubt?” Jesus Christ will never let you sink in your life where His hands cannot grab and lift you up and out! All you need to do is call out for Him as a child would call for a parent when there is fear present. Children trust that their parents will do the impossible to save them. Matthew 7:11, “If you then, being evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father who is in heaven give good things to those who ask Him!” Jesus is waiting for you to abandon your scripted life of shameful religion that keeps you tied to people and things that drag you down. Step out of that boat of familiarity and give Christ Jesus the reigns. Our Lord is soon to return for the church, and we want you to be rapture ready! Let go and let God!
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NEWS FROM THE COURSE
NEWS FROM THE
GOLF GROUPS COUPLES GOLF
This group has three consecutive tee times every Sunday morning. In Spring, Summer and Fall, they begin play at 9:30 AM. More tee times can be added depending on how many couples wish to play. Please contact Lynn Kolb at 706-824-0247 or galynn20@yahoo.com for more information. Every Tuesday, Lynn sends a text to interested parties asking for a response by Saturday morning. All are welcome to join in and they look forward to adding more couples as the weather warms up. *Couples on Sunday – Noon during winter.
LADIES’ GOLF GROUP
Currently, the ladies have standing tee times Monday through Friday in the morning. If you are interested in joining the Ladies Golf Group (even occasionally), please email Pam Poppe at poppepampaul@gmail.com. Each Friday, Pam sends an email to the group asking which days you are interested in golfing during the coming week. She only asks for a 48-hour notice so she can add or cancel tee times. Do not worry about handicaps since the skill levels vary widely. These women golf for fun!
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’s a great opportunity to meet your fellow neighbors and make new friends. On Thursdays, it’s just pair-up and play with whomever you like (assuming they
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want to play with you too). The course is closed on Tuesdays. Currently, our block of tee times starts at 9:30 AM. You can play as often or as little as you like; just show up at least 15 minutes before the first tee time. This is a social group with members of varying skill levels. Once the virus is behind us and the expected updates are made to the restaurant, every spring and fall the men will again gather with their significant others at the club for a fun evening of dinner and fellowship. Currently with the virus, we will continue to play as we are able. With respect to social distancing, there will be a one per person per cart. To ease the crunch for cart that this is causing, the Club has waived the rule against driving your persona; cart as long as it does not have studded tires or is a high rider. For more information, contact Steve Morrell at shmorrell44@gmail.com or at 1-706-654-6034 (h) or at 770-861-610 (c).
MEN’S GROUP (MGA) Come out and meet your neighbors in a fun and welcoming group. The TOB men have weekly organized games on Wednesdays at 1:00 PM and Saturdays/Sundays starting at 8:00 AM. We also sponsor diverse and fun monthly tournaments throughout the year. The MGA has neighbors of all skill levels and ages. For additional information please contact Mike Brunson - 706-380-7031 or email- traditionsmga@gmail.com Traditions of Braselton
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Club Membership DEAR GOLF AND SOCIAL ENTHUSIASTS,
Thank you for your interest in the various membership opportunities Traditions Golf and Country Club has to offer. Now is an exciting time to be a part of our esteemed club as we establish enhanced incentives and perks under new ownership! ABOUT THE CLUB
Traditions features the #1 ranked 18-hole championship golf course in the area! We are confident you will be impressed with the pristine bent-grass greens maintained by an Augusta National Alumni, Wade Danner, and his staff. Our veteran course superintendent and crew use their years of local knowledge to analyze the grounds and preserve our quality of play. In addition to our manicured grounds and challenging course, you are sure to benefit from the extensive knowledge our Head of Golf Operations offers. Jeff Kaneko is a former Dave Pelz teacher and current PGA instructor. Jeff offers comprehensive lessons for all skill levels whether you need to tweak your swing, master a putt, or learn the basics. We also have a fully-stocked pro shop available on-site! Traditions Golf and Country Club offers a family-friendly environment for social gatherings. Enjoy a quick snack and cold drink before your round, or a meal with family and friends at at the areas best restaurant. We are proud to have Jack Ansley, a locally renowned restaurateur, whose tasty dishes will have you craving more! We also offer monthly member sponsored social and golf events appealing to all interests. NOW IS THE TIME!
With low introductory rates and waived initiation fees, now is the perfect time to join! Traditions offers a wide variety of membership plans and we are excited to find the perfect fit for you. We are confident you will enjoy the total experience of what the club has to offer, especially the friendships that are made and kept here. Respectfully,
Casey Haney Traditions Golf and Country Club memberships@traditionsgcc.com (706) 363-9963
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Membership Information CREATING YOUR CLUB Traditions Golf and Country Club is becoming the club the community has always desired – beginning with a multi-million dollar renovation to include improvements to the course, facilities, and practice area. There’s never been a better time to join! THE COURSE Already widely known as the best golf layout in the area, and the best is only getting better. The first of several course improvements will include removing our current bunkers and replacing them with the Capillary Concrete Bunker System. A concentrated effort to create better air flow for our bent grass greens will provide better putting conditions throughout the year. Additionally, each hole will be addressed to create a more enjoyable round while maintaining the original layout. THE MEMBER FACILITIES AND RESTAURANT The facility improvements will contain a completely new members facility and restaurant run by the area’s best, Jack Ansley. The new restaurant, Twenty7, will have a 200-seat capacity, a full bar, a beautiful outdoor area which overlooks a nine-hole putting course. The lighted putting course and patio will provide an inviting atmosphere that you and your fellow members will want to be a part of! The creation of a members-only facility will provide spacious areas to mingle with other members, grab a delicious meal, or just relax and enjoy your club. THE PRACTICE FACILITY The driving range upgrade will provide better range balls, aiming greens, targets, and the ability to receive insightful instruction. The addition of a dedicated short game area will give you all the tools needed to improve your game from 50 yards and in to lower your handicap. INVALUABLE RELATIONSHIPS We offer far more than just golf! While many were drawn here by the course, the discovery of friendship and camaraderie quickly redefined our greatest asset as that of the membership itself. Member social activities include but are not limited to: End of Month Theme Party, Twilight Golf, Golf Leagues, cookouts on the patio, and Holiday Parties. The restaurant will offer breakfast on the weekends, with lunch and dinner daily. There will be the always popular Happy Hour with live entertainment and much, much more! All making Traditions the place you want to call home. TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR GOLFING AND SOCIAL FUTURE! Contact us via e-mail at memberships@traditionsgcc.com or give us a call at (706) 363-9963. We will answer your questions and get you started with the enrollment process.
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Membership Levels Elite Membership (1 year commitment)
$189.00 per month - Individual $249.00 per month - Family
Benefits of Elite Membership include: • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Year-Round privileges Unlimited reservation privileges 7 days a week Complimentary green fees; cart fees not included Exclusive social events Trail package eligible Access to members bar and lounge Practice facility eligible Golf discounts for accompanied guests 10% off all golf shop apparel 15% discount on golf lessons Weekly and monthly men’s, women’s, and mixed events Charging privileges Fourteen (14) day advanced tee times
Legend Membership (1 year commitment)
$169.00 per month - Individual $229.00 per month - Family
Same benefits as Elite Membership.
This membership level is reserved for individuals 65 and over.
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Pro Membership
Additional Options
(1 year commitment)
$169.00 per month - Individual $229.00 per month - Family
PRACTICE FACILITY* $25 per month
Same benefits as Elite Membership.
This membership level is reserved for individuals 36 and under.
(1 year commitment)
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Tour Membership (1 year commitment)
$399.00 per month - Individual $499.00 per month - Family *Memberships are limited.
Year-Round Access Free and unlimited Range balls Access to short-game practice area Unlimited access to the practice green
TRAIL PACKAGE* $70 per month (1 year commitment)
Same benefits as Elite Membership, plus complimentary Cart Fees.
Benefits:
Access Membership
• Approved personal carts can be used. • No Green fees or cart fees assessed. *Membership Required
(1 year commitment)
$49.00 per month
Access Member Benefits:
• Ability to make tee times Monday-Thursday after 12 pm for $29 a round (7-day advance) • Ability to make weekend tee times after 12 pm at non-discounted rates (3-day advance) • Exclusive social events • 5% off all golf shop apparel • Practice facility eligible
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Just a reminder from the Courts N E W S F R O M T H E C O U RT S
TRADITIONS OF BRASELTON TENNIS COMMIITTEE
Just a reminder from the Courts
Please remember that all Tennis Courts should be used for Tennis only. Also, if you are the last one to leave the Courts in the evening, please make sure to turn off all the lights! Please see the rules for the Tennis Courts below: Traditions of Braselton Community Association Tennis Rules 1. The community tennis courts are for residents and accompanied guests only. 2. Resident team members should always be present during ALTA, USTA, and other league matches & practices. Please remember that all Tennis Courts should used basis for Tennis only. Also, if you are 3. Courts are available on a first come, firstbe served unless prior reservations the lastwere one to leave Courtsreservation in the evening, please sure toPlease turn offrefer all the made onthe a posted calendar ormake on-line site. to lights! your PleaseHOA’s see thecourt rulessign-up for the procedures. Tennis Courts below: 4. No food permitted on courts of Braselton Community Traditions 5. No glass containers allowed Association on courts Tennis Rules 6. Please turn off court lights when you are finished playing 1. Please The community tennis arecourts. for residents guests only.Do 7. remove all trashcourts from the If cansand areaccompanied full, take items with you. 2. not Resident team members should always be present during ALTA, USTA, and other leave large boxes or containers that will not fit into cans. league return matches practices. 8. Please all& benches to their original positions inside court. 3. Courts are available on a first come, first served basis unless prior reservations were made on a posted reservation calendar or on-line site. Please refer to your Thank you, HOA’s court sign-up procedures. 4. No food permitted on courts Chair Ginger Reeves ~ Tennis Committee 5. No glass containers allowed on courts 6. Please turn off court lights when you are finished playing 7. Please remove all trash from the courts. If cans are full, take items with you. Do not leave large boxes or containers that will not fit into cans. 8. Please return all benches to their original positions inside court. Thank you, Ginger Reeves ~ Tennis Committee Chair TRADITIONS OF BRASELTON TENNIS COURTS & PAVILIONS 1665 Traditions Way Jefferson, GA 30549
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RANCH TURKEY BURGERS
Active Time 15 Mins
Total Time 20 Mins
RECIPE Yield Serves 4
INGREDIENTS
1 1/4 pounds ground turkey 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon dried dill 1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream, divided 1/4 cup canola mayonnaise, divided 3 tablespoons reduced-fat buttermilk, divided 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided Podo, Nathan Berg, Shannon Casas and Jeff Gill participate in a video conference 3/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided aff members not pictured. 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar t news@gainesvilletimes.com with news tips, 4 (1.5-oz.) hamburger buns, toasted Romaine lettuce heart leaves, thin tomato slices, and red onion rg, and Shannon Casas and Jeff Gill participate in a video conference as Jeff Gill participate in a video conference ictured. slices for topping
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medium bowl. Divide turkey mixture into 4 (5-ounce) portions; shape into 1-inch-thick patties. Sprinkle patties with 1/2 teaspoon each of the salt and pepper. Step 2 Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high. Add burgers to skillet; cover and cook until bottoms are browned, about 4 minutes. Turn burgers; cover and cook until browned and a meat thermometer inserted in thickest portion registers 165°F, about 3 minutes. Step 3 Stir together apple cider vinegar and remaining 3 tablespoons each of sour cream and mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons buttermilk, and 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper in a small bowl. Spread Call today for a free about 1 tablespoon of the mixture on each bun half. Place 1 patty on-sitetomato, estimate! on each bottom half of bun; top each with lettuce, and red onion slices and other half of bun.
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