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Volume 7
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Clubhouse: 3851
Hillsdale Dr., Auburn Hills MI, 48326
Phone: 248-276-1943
Fax: 248-276-1944
Gate House: 276-1276
Association Manager: Karen Brierly
Cell: 248-722-5797 |
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Resident
Information and Notes | Karen's Corner |
Events & Activities | Clubhouse Events |
Upcoming Events
Communication from Our Homeowners Association Board |
Odds & Ends | July Calendar of Events |
Special
Recognition To Our Residents:
- Last month a very dear resident (Doris
Stringer) passed away after a long illness. The community came together
and helped the family with a memorial service and luncheon held at the
clubhouse. Our deepest sympathy goes to the family for their loss.
Although the family has thanked the community, it is important that we
recognize all those that helped make this so memorable. Joyce Sanders
and Ann Moran headed a committee of many. There were almost 50 people
who stepped forward and helped in some way or another .. by setting up
tables, decorating tables, making food, cleaning up and many other
tasks. A very special thanks for coming together in memory of Doris and
making the service so special for the family. It is at a time like this
that we recognize what a special place Heritage truly has become. Thank
you one and all for all your help and support. Your service has been
greatly appreciated!
- A special thanks to the Hospitality
Committee for the wonderful Swing into Summer New Member Event they
planned last month. Everything from the nametags to the band to the food
was outstanding. Thank you for all your hard work and planning! It was a
very nice event for our newest members!
- A very heartfelt thanks to all
residents who while walking through the community take time to keep it
beautiful by picking up trash along the way. Many pick weeds and clean
up common areas and want you to know you are truly
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SPOTLIGHT ON THE GATE HOUSE
Starting this month and continuing each month we will spotlight one of our
guards so that you will learn their names and be able to identify them. We
will give you a little information about them so that you will learn about
who they are and how long they have been at Heritage.
Meet Officer Jeff Davis
 I work from 12:00 am
until 8:00 am Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. I have been employed with
Pinkerton/Securitas for 18 1/2 years and have been at Heritage for almost
4 years. I am in the Michigan National Guard in Taylor and have served for
12 1/2 years. I am currently attending Baker College in Auburn Hills to
earn a degree in the Corrections Officer program. I currently finished my
semester classes with an outstanding grade point average! I am a single
man always looking to meet new friends. Please feel free to stop by and
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SPLASH BASH
Annual Kids Pool Party
Sunday, July 16, 2006
(Rain Date is Scheduled
for Sunday, August 6th)
2:00 - 5:00 pm $7.00/Person
Swimming, Organized Games,
DA the Clown (doing balloon designs and face painting), a Magic Show,
Crafts, Lunch and a Bouncer for your Guaranteed Fun!
Gather up your family and join us at our 2006 Splash Bash. You won’t want
to miss the fun! Be sure to sign-up; we need to know you are coming!
Sign-up by July 11th. Need 25.
SEE YOU AT THE POOL !!
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FOOT LONG DOG BONANZA
Celebrating Summertime fun
Sunday, July 9th at 6:30 pm
$7.00/Person
Come on over and join us for
a delicious foot long hot dog from the grill. All toppings will be served.
Potato Salad, Chips and Dessert will also be included. Frozen Margaritas
too! Dance music played for your enjoyment. Sign-up by July 6th. Need 20.
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NOTES FROM RESIDENTS TO ALL NEIGHBORS:
- Lynn & Dan and the Stringer/Hauptli
Family writes: We would like to express our deep gratitude and
heartfelt thanks to everyone in the Heritage community. Thank you for
the support, prayers and friendship that you offered to our mother,
Doris Stringer. She loved living here, loved being a part of this
community. Your tremendous expression of support and sympathy is a
memory we will carry with us forever. Thank you so very much!
- Linda Foltz sends this
message to the Residents of Heritage in the Hills: Thank you so much
for the beautiful flower basket I received after my recent wrist
surgery. The flowers are beautiful and will enjoy them for many days.
We surely do live in a caring community as I have found out first hand
(or left wrist!). There are many helping hands that have provided for
me and I am grateful. Only the warmest of thanks will do for people as
special as all of you!
- Pat Halstead sends a thanks
to the Knitting Group: I love the comfort shawl! What a special gift.
Every time I feel a little low I wrap the shawl around my shoulders
and I feel so much better! Thank you!
- Margit Widmer sends her
thanks to all Neighbors in Heritage: A big thank you for the basket of
flowers. With deepest sincerity to all of you.
- Larry Foltz sends along his
thoughts: I want to thank you so much for the beautiful basket of
flowers I received following hand surgery. They made four days of
rest, ice and elevation a lot more pleasant! Thank you!
- Darlene Staercke sends along
a special message:To my friends and neighbors at Heritage in the
Hills; Thank you very much for the beautiful basket of flowers I
received after my recent surgery. It certainly helps in the recovery
process!
- John & Sylvia Imbrunnone
sends this message in Love, Peace & Joy: The Swing Band at the Swing
Into Summer New Member Event was wonderful. We could have danced all
night! The food was delicious and the plant will be planted in our
garden. Thank you again for a great time!
- Diane Hightower writes: Thank
you so much for the beautiful flowers, the prayers, cards, visits and
goodies. I love living in this community. Everyone is so caring and
friendly. I couldn’t imagine a nicer place to live! Thanks so very
much for everything!
RESIDENTS IN OUR THOUGHTS …
Prayers for Continued
and/or Quick Recovery To:
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Loretta Oros
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Beth Hawes
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Claire Thornton
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Charlotte Quinn
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Tom Brennan
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Ben Thomas
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Bill Steele
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Ponderings From the Manager
I’m sure you have questions about grass cutting this week as we head into
the holiday weekend. Miller Landscape WILL NOT be in the community until
Wednesday. This will push the schedule back one day. If you usually get
cut on Tuesday, it will be Wednesday THIS WEEK ONLY. Normal Wednesday cuts
will be done on Thursday and normal Thursday cuts will be one on Friday ..
once again for THIS WEEK ONLY. Please do all you can to watch your
watering schedule and do not water the day before or day of cutting (until
the cutting and clean-up is completed). Your cooperation will be greatly
appreciated by everyone!
Miller is still experiencing some hard to mow areas because of excess
watering. If there is standing water on your property caused by
overwatering, please understand that your lawn will not be cut. If you
need help changing your irrigation box schedule; we will help you!
Remember that we ask that you not water the day before cutting or the day
of cutting. If over-watering occurs, cutting is ceased on your property
because of the mess it causes for not only you, but for your neighbors.
Please do all you can to help this situation! Thanks!
I have received many calls about changes that have been made at the gate.
In the last month I have worked very hard with the guards to maintain
security as best as possible. This means that no one will be allowed into
the community without permission from the homeowner. To review the
procedure, when a guest comes to the gate they are asked who they are
seeing and their name. The guard first checks the list you’ve given them
for entry. If the name is not there and you have not called to allow entry
for that day; they will call you directly. If you do not answer the phone;
the entry will be denied. This goes for contractors, visitors or even your
Aunt Mary!! It is very important that you do your part by keeping your
card updated with the guards and to call if you have anyone (including
contractors) coming in on a particular day. Please understand we are not
doing this to make you angry; we are doing this for your security. We have
also started recording make of vehicle and license plate numbers for all
visitors entering the community. Once again, this is only for security
reasons and is not met to be an inconvenience to anyone. Please do not
take your frustrations out on the guards; they are working hard to keep
your community secure and safe. If you have any concerns regarding these
procedures; please feel free to talk to me about them. Thank you!
You will find that all events at Heritage now have a number attached to
them. This is the number of how many we need to have to make the event
possible. We hope this encourages you to sign-up ON TIME and not after the
date. If the number is not reached by the sign-up date; the event will be
automatically cancelled. Please remember to use the sign-up sheet enclosed
with each newsletter and sign-up by the dates assigned.
Just another reminder .. your pets need to be kept on leases while outside
in the community. Although they may be friendly, a walker may startle your
pet and they may respond with barking or biting. Please help keep the
community safe for everyone! Thank you!
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in July
- GARDEN COMMITTEE
 GUYS ‘N’ GALS
- Do you dig it? Do you plant it? Do you nurture it?
It’s In The Wind !!
WE WANT YOU TO JOIN US! We want our Garden Committee to GROW!
The Garden Committee will be hosting a fun event each month. This month
we will meeting at the clubhouse on Thursday, July 27th at 6:30 pm to
tour the beautiful gardens here in Heritage. If you have a garden you’d
like to share with your neighbors, sign-up today to let us know! And if
you’d like to join us for our walk, be sure to sign-up for that too!
Keep your eye on the monthly newsletter to see other great events. We
will be looking at scheduling some trips to specialty nurseries that you
won’t want to miss; like the one this month to the Lavender Farm! There
will be a Perennial Flower Trunk Exchange in our parking lot on
September 28th. Be sure to plan on sharing some of your flowers and
getting some new things in your garden! Watch for more information in
the near future.
Looking forward to having you join us! If you have questions, see Karen
in the office
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THE RED HAT HOT HONEYS HAPPENINGS
 If you have
any questions call either Janice Mosesso at 248-475-7850 or Willie Swayze
at 248-475-0012
Summer has arrived! In keeping with the season, Dottie Buran and Briggi
Williams are taking us to the park on July 14th for a concert. Fliers are
available at the clubhouse on the Red Hat Credenza with all the details.
Member names are on the front of each sheet and the sheets are arranged
alphabetically. Please pick up yours and respond by July 10th.
Also there are a couple of membership lists that have not yet been picked
up. Check to see if yours is one of them, please.
Mark August 10th for a Red Hat lunch out. Jane Brennan is making
arrangements for us to lunch at the Irish Pub in downtown Rochester. Watch
the credenza for a flier.
September’s activity is in the planning stages by Margaret Gibson and Rose
Normandin. Sylvia Bucknavich and Linda Foltz are our planners for October.
Come November Willie Swayze will be the creative force behind a workshop
at the clubhouse. We are in need of planners for December if we are to
have an activity. Anyone interested, please contact me.
Sign-up time is now for 2007. No volunteers, no activities. Please check
your calendars, coral your creative side, fire up your enthusiasm and call
me to pick the month that works for you. We need your participation to
make it work. Let’s keep the friendship and camaraderie going!!
In Friendship,
Janice Mosesso
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- Saturday Water Aerobics with
Shelley - Every Saturday in July at 11:00 am. Cost is $10/Month.
- Water Exercise with Pat -
Tuesday & Thursday at 10:00 am. $15/Month for both days or $10/Month for
1 day.
- Yoga - Every Thursday at 6:00
pm at the Clubhouse. $13/Month.
- Bocce Ball - Every Thursday
evening at 6:30 at the Clubhouse.
- Night Swim and S’mores at the
Poolside - Saturday, July 1st at 9:00 pm – Just come; don’t need to
sign-up!
- At the Pool - Sunday, July 2nd
at 2:00 – 4:00 pm– Enjoy a slice or two of watermelon and a refreshing
glass of lemonade at the Pool. $1.00/Person. Sign-up immediately.
- Knitters by Night at the Pool -
Wednesday, July 5th at 7:00 pm - Bring your current project and sit in
fellowship with knitty neighbors and enjoy the fellowship! Bring your
show-n-tell projects! Sign-up now!
- Singles meeting and dessert at the
pool - Thursday, July 6th at 7:30 pm - Sign-up by July 2nd
(8).
- Resident Pot Luck - Fridays,
July 7th & 21st at 6:00 pm.
- Movie (Eight Below) at the
Clubhouse - Saturday, July 8th at 7:00 pm - Floats served
($1.00). Sign-up by 7-5 (10).
- Foot Long Dog Bonanza Social -
Sunday, July 9th at 6:30 pm - $6/Person - Sign-up by July 6th (20).
- Ping Pong at the Pool -
Wednesday, July 12th at 7:00 pm - Come on over for a couple games of
fun! Sign-up by 7-9.
- Social & Poker - Friday, July
14th at 6:00 & 6:30 pm - Resident Social at 6:00 followed by Poker for
Everyone at 6:30 pm.
- Night Swim & S’Mores at the Pool
- Saturday, July 15th at 9:00 pm - Sign-up by July 12th (8).
- Splash Bash Kids Pool Party at the
Pool - Sunday, July 16th from 2:00 - 5:00 pm - $7.00/Person.
Sign-up by July 11th (25).
- Garden Committee Meeting -
Thursday, July 20th at 10:30 am
- Lunch for Miller Landscape Crew
- Thursday, July 20th at Noon - Sign-up to help cook, serve & clean-up.
Sign-up by July 17th.
- Stitchers Knitch at the Clubhouse -
Friday, July 21st at 1:00 pm - Come get patterns for our new
projects! Sign-up by July 14th.
- Movie (Failure to Launch) at the
Clubhouse - Saturday, July 22nd at 7:00 pm - Soda’s will be
served ($1.00). Sign-up by July 18th (10).
- Ice Cream Cones at the Clubhouse -
Sunday, July 23rd from 2:00 - 3:00 pm - $1.00/Person. Sign-up
by 7-21.
- Gather at the Clubhouse to walk the
community and see the many beautiful gardens - Thursday, July 27th
at 6:30 pm - Sign-up by July 19th.
- Heritage Golf Outing at Fieldstone
- Friday, July 28th beginning at 8:00 am - Come to play or just for
lunch. See flier attached.
- Texas Hold ‘Em at the Clubhouse
- Friday, July 28th at 6:00 pm - $20 payable that night. Sign-up
by July 21st (10).
- Come enjoy the competition of Hacky
Sack while celebrating the Annual World Footbag Championships!-
Saturday, July 29th from 2:00 - 3:00 pm - We will provide the Hacky
Sacks; you provide the legs and talent! Sign-up by 7-22.
- Night Swim & S’mores at the Pool
- Saturday, July 29th at 9:00 pm - Sign-up by July 26th (8).
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- Come on over and enjoy a bowl of
Shredded Wheat Cereal in celebration of their birthday along with a
biscuit with honey! - Monday, July 31st from 10:00 - 11:00 am
- $2.00/Person. Sign-up by July 24th (8).
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(Sign-Up Now!)
These events have already been scheduled.
Some of these events require purchasing tickets and so signing-up must
occur now. Be sure to check out these trips and events and make your plans
now to attend! Sign-up sheets are located under “Other” in the book.
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Tuesday, August 1st at 6:45 pm - Bus
Trip to Lake Orion Free Outdoor Concert to see Blackthorn (Music of
Ireland). Sign-up by July 26th (8).
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Wednesday, August 2nd at 8:30 am -
Bus Trip to the Outdoor Market at Freedom Hill. Free admission. Breakfast
on the way. Sign-up by 7-26 (8).
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Sunday, August 6th at 12:30 pm –
Honus & Me at the Purple Rose Theatre. Tickets $26. Sign-up by July 17th.
14 Tickets Available.
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Tuesday, August 15th - Time to Be
Announced - River Crab Dinner Cruise. Tickets $39. Includes boat
transportation to the River Crab, dinner, tax and service charge for food.
A cash bar is available aboard the Huron Lady II and at the River Crab.
Sign-up by July 12th. 14 Tickets Available.
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Thursday, August 17th at 10:15 am -
Trip to Red Oaks County Water Park in Madison Heights. Bring the family
and enjoy a day of fun in the sun. See the Soak Station (children’s water
playground for those under 56”); the Spray & Play (Water play for toddlers
with zero depth); River Ride (990’ long moving river for those 43” &
taller); Triple Turn (a triple flume waterslide); and Terrific Tides Wave
Action Pool (heated to 78 degrees). Free tubes and chairs on availability.
Bathhouse with lockers, showers, bathrooms and changing areas. Cost is
only $6/Person. Drive and meet us there or join us on the bus. Sign-up how
many people; and driving choice. Don’t miss the fun! You will be talking
about it all summer long!
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Friday, August 18th at 9:30 am - Port
Huron Craft Extravaganza - Sign-up by 8-11 (8).
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Thursday, August 24th at 11:30 am -
Comerica Park Tiger Game-Chicago White Sox-Chartered Bus. $40.00/person
includes food voucher for Pizza and/or hot dog, 16 oz. drink and great
seats at the outfield box. Waiting List only.
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Wednesday, August 30th at 9:30 am -
Lansing Craft Hop (Sew & Knit) - Sign-up by 8-23.
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Tuesday, September 12th from 7:00 am
until 9:30 pm – Shipshewana Amish Tour- Chartered Coach. $65.00/person
includes dinner. Sign-up by July 10th with ticket payment due by August
11th. Must have 20 to go. You’ve asked for this trip... now join us on
it!!
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(From the June, 2006 Board Meeting)
To increase communications about Board activities we are placing a brief
overview of some of the topics discussed at each month’s Board meeting in
the Monthly newsletter. Here are some topics from last month:
LAWSUIT
The lawsuit on behalf of Heritage in the
Hills Association and all individual owners as a class action has now
been filed with the Court. We will report on the progress of this suit
as information becomes available.
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE
A large number of trees will be replaced in
common areas. Some of these trees are still under warranty. When we
order trees, residents who need to replace dead trees will be able to
order trees from our contractor to take advantage of reduced pricing.
CLUBHOUSE
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Draperies have been sent out for cleaning
and have been re-hung. Be sure to take a look! They are beautiful!
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The trim on the front of the clubhouse, the
gazebo and pergolas at the pool have been repainted.
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The putting green is being cleaned so all
Heritage golfers are welcome to come out and practice.
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The exhaust system on the bus is being
repaired. The decals on the bus will be wheeled out and removed. New
tires have been ordered.
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Compressors were repaired on two air
conditioning units which were damaged when a user failed to return the
thermostats back to their proper temperature after exercising. New
thermostats were installed on these units to avoid this from happening
again.
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At the Pool: We were informed by Oakland
County that baby diapers may not be changed at poolside and dirty
diapers may not be disposed of in the pool waste containers. A baby
changing table will be added to the women’s rest room and disposal
containers will be added for this purpose. This information will be
added to the posted Pool Rules and residents are being asked to note
this new policy.
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ATTENTION ALL RESIDENTS!
Each year Stroke affects over 750,000 Americans, making it our nations
#3 killer. Could you recognize the signs of a stroke in time to get
help? On August 31st at 6:30 a representative from Life Line Screening
will be here to present an educational workshop on stroke and heart
disease. Everyone who attends will receive a $10 off discount for a
complete Life Line Screening at Heritage in Sept. Please come!
LIFE LINE SCREENING
Protect your health. Protect your life.
STROKE PREVENTION COMES
TO HERITAGE IN THE HILLS
Stoke is the third leading killer in the world and the second among women.
However, most Americans cannot name a single warning sign indicating a
stroke is about to occur. Life Line Screening is dedicated to the
prevention and education of stroke, also known as a “brain attack.”
As part of a program designed to reduce the risk of stroke, residents
living in Heritage in the Hills can be screened to reduce their risk of
having a stroke. There are 3 tests available; Stroke Screening/Carotid
Artery; Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screening and Peripheral Arterial
Disease Screening. Osteoporosis Screening also available for $35.00. Life
Line Screening will be here on Tuesday, September 26th beginning at 9:00
am. Each screening requires ten minutes or less to complete and are
individually priced at $45. Sign-up for a complete wellness package (four
screenings) and pay only $129. Your results are mailed to you in 21 days
and you are referred back to your own doctor. The tests are painless and
non-invasive.
You must call 1-800-324-1851 to schedule an appointment for this day.
Pre-registration is required. Sure hope you consider this very worthwhile
testing!
Mama Doe brought the 2006
Model into the backyard.
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close window when done to return to this page)
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These busy bees
are now beginning a few new charity projects. They will be making baby
blankets, hats & sweaters for the Crisis Pregnancy Center in Pontiac
plus making pillowcases for the Pediatric Ward at Crittenton Hospital.
These pillowcases will be used in the hospital and then sent home with
the patient. Hats off to these thoughtful ladies!
