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NEIGHBORHOOD
NEWS
NOVEMBER 2009
BRANNON OAK FARM
MUSIC NIGHT!
ON THE ROAD:
BICYCLE SAFETY
CRABAPPLE LUAU
WHAT’S NEW
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR
I just came back from a weekend at Disney World with my family. We had the best time,
and I donʼt think weʼll have that great of a vacation again for a while! We were lucky to
be chosen as the “first family” in the Magic Kingdom. An hour before the park opened,
we received a private tour, autographs and photos with Mickey and his friends. Then we
opened the park at the entrance with Mickey Mouse and the Mayor of Disney. Truly a
once in a lifetime experience!
The Disney photographer took more than 100 pictures of us, and I took more than 200
pictures. Good thing I bought the larger photo album! The homeowners who know my
picture-taking obsession and me know I was in hog heaven! Jackson and Isabelle had the
time of their lives and neither was ready to come home, as you can all imagine!
It is hard to believe that we are in November
already. Time really does fly when youʼre
having fun! October was here and gone in a
flash, but in that flash of time we had some
really great parties!
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Brannon Oak Farm had a spooky Halloween
party with a live singer. They had a beast
of a ball! Everyone came in costume and
danced the night away. Weʼll have these
photos in the next newsletter. Earlier in the
month we had a College Night / Chili Cook
Off-Tailgate party. Another great night
with way too much food!
Habersham Grove also had their annual
costume party. This group never ceases to
amaze me with their original costumes and
sense of humor. Iʼll have these photos next
month, too!
Donʼt forget the December and January issues
of Neighborhood News will be combined and
should reach your mailbox in late December.
As always, Happy Reading – and Happy
Holidays. Have a safe and happy New Year!
Stacy Wheelus
678-795-0200 ext. 210
A weekend at Disney
World with the fam
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ORCHARDS HAPPENINGS
1. The Orchards of Habersham Grove. ONLY 8 HOMES
LEFT TO BUILD! As we wind down on this extraordinary
neighborhood, we invite you to consider our current inventory homes
priced from the low $200s. And once you’ve moved in, you won’t find
a nicer group of folks to call your “new friends” than here. Discover
the fun lifestyle awaiting you at The Orchards of Habersham Grove.
Enjoy the trademark of all Orchards neighborhoods: The Grand
Clubhouse, which provides the focal point for dinner parties, games
and cards nights and so much more. Close to shopping, restaurants,
Northside Hospital (Forsyth) and everything else you could ever
need and just 1 mile from GA 400, Exit 14. (Ga. Hwy 20). Call Deborah
or Roselle TODAY! 678-455-8101
2. The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm. INCREASE IN
SALES! Bucking the trend, we have sold a handful of homes in the
past 60 days to folks like you who are looking for a great neighborhood
with plenty of activities and lots of folks to call “friends.” Come see
the highly acclaimed model home park, showcasing two Ranch
Village homes, two Master on the Main Villas and the very popular
Hampton Gallery plan. Come see what all the excitement is about as
Brannon Oak Farm continues to be the most highly demanded active
adult community in our area. The Grand Clubhouse features nearly
3,600 square feet of space, two fireplaces, two cards and games
rooms, reading den, large pool with fire pit plus a recently completed
Bocce Ball green. You can “Purchase with Confidence” at this flagship
neighborhood. Prices range from the $260s – high $300s. (1.5 miles
East of GA 400, Exit 13) in Forsyth County. Just 1 mile from The
Avenue of Forsyth. Call Deborah and Roselle. 678-513-8879
3. The Orchards of East Cherokee. FOUR NEW HOMES
JUST STARTED! With affordably priced inventory starting in the
VERY low $200s, you are invited to come and visit The Orchards of
East Cherokee today to see how this quiet, tree lined neighborhood is
still convenient to everything you need. While here, see the new
Ashewood plan, featuring a large screened porch. Also see the brand
new Beaumont plan, one of our professionally decorated model homes.
The Orchards of East Cherokee is located between Roswell, Alpharetta,
Woodstock and Canton, with the largest Kroger in Cherokee Country
sitting directly across the street. And don’t forget to see our two new,
professionally decorated model homes. LOW MAINTENANCE
GALLERY HOMES and MAINTENANCE-FREE VILLAGE HOMES
AWAIT YOUR VISIT. We’re right off the intersection of Highway 140
and Hickory Road. Call Craig. 770-345-5409
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The Orchards of
Habersham Grove
Popular rocking chair front porch
The Orchards of
Brannon Oak Farm
The Grand Clubhouse
The Orchards
of East Cherokee
The Durham with Bonus Room
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WEEKEND GETAWAY
Fantasy in Lights 2009
Head just south of the city to experience a magical holiday
fantasyland. Callaway Gardens’ Fantasy in Lights is known
throughout the southeast as a fantastic wintertime tradition.
And the best part is, you can make a weekend of it!
The seven-mile ride-through event includes holiday scenes in the
woodlands with more than 8 million lights, plus two animated
shows on the beach. Inside the Christmas Village explore
exhibits, crafts, entertainment and visit with Santa. Tours are
time slotted; closing time depends on tickets sold. Reservations
are encouraged.
But don’t drive home when you’re through. Have dinner at one
of Callaway’s restaurants and then relax the night away at the
Lodge & Spa or Mountain Creek Inn. Call or check the Web site
for reservation information and specials.
GETTING THERE
Callaway Gardens
US Highway 27
Pine Mountain, GA 31822
WHEN: Fri., Nov. 20 – Wed., Dec. 30
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. gardens open.
6 p.m. lights begin.
PHONE: 800.CALLAWAY
WEB: www.callawaygardens.com
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H E A LT H M AT T E R S
Keys to Successful Aging
Good Habits and Positive Attitudes
By Carla Garnett
You can change how you think, feel and act when
you are older simply by changing how you think, feel
and act now, geriatrics experts say. Staying healthy,
fit and active are the keys to successful aging.
Dr. Judy Salerno, deputy director of NIH’s National
Institute on Aging (NIA), says, “When I entered
the aging field many years ago, we didn’t talk about
disease prevention. We simply characterized normal aging. Now we are seeing that people can age
successfully in good health well into old age. Disease and disability are not inevitable consequences
of aging.”
That is good news not only for individuals but also
for communities and society in general. In the last
two decades, census figures have shown that the
world’s vital statistics are changing. In the United
States, the proportion of older adults went from
roughly four percent in 1900 to 13 percent today,
and will increase to more than 20 percent by 2030.
In a recent study, scientists found that moderate
diet and exercise successfully delayed and possibly
prevented participants from developing type 2 diabetes. About 16 million people in the United States
have diabetes, which is the main cause of kidney
failure, limb amputations and new-onset blindness
in adults, as well as a major cause of heart disease
and stroke. Type 2 diabetes accounts for up to 95
percent of all diabetes cases.
“In fact,” the agency reports, “studies suggest that
not exercising is risky behavior.”
Dr. Pamela Peeke, a professor at the University of
Maryland School of Medicine, cited research data
at a “Successful Aging” seminar on the NIH campus showing that regular exercise – by people of
any age – may improve daily functioning, strength,
flexibility and endurance.
“Studies sponsored by NIA and other gerontology
centers have found that people who have been
normally sedentary and have lost a tremendous
amount of muscle mass can recoup that very nicely
and increase power and strength as well,” she said,
“even through their 80s and into their 90s.”
Changing Perceptions
“Our basic message to older people is that it’s never
too late,” Dr. Salerno says. “How your grandmother
aged is not necessarily how you will age. Genes are
not necessarily your destiny. Genes are only part
of the story.”
Source: National Institutes of Health
“The most interesting aspect of the study in terms
of aging was that diet and exercise worked better
[than drugs] in those participants ages 60 and
older,” Dr. Salerno said.
Regular exercise and physical activity are important to the health and abilities of older people,
according to research studies conducted by NIA.
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REMODEL
THE ORCHARDS GROUP KITCHEN AND BATH REMODELING DIVISION
HAVE YOU BEEN DREAMING OF A NEW ESPRESSO MAPLE KITCHEN
WITH SPARKLING STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES AND STRIKINGLY
BEAUTIFUL GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, BUT ARE CONCERNED ABOUT
HOW TO FIND A TRUSTWORTHY AND RELIABLE CONTRACTOR ?
“The hutch addition is just beautiful.
It has added so much more room to
store items in my kitchen. I just love
it. Thanks so much for your help and
the great work done by your team.”
Well, your worries are over!
The Orchards Group is proud
to introduce a unique and new
“One Stop Shop” concept in
kitchen and bath remodeling.
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— Bitsy Huffines
Specializing in existing The
Orchards Group neighborhoods,
there is no better company
for you to consider than The
Orchards Group to design and
install your new dream kitchen
and bath.
• Trustworthiness.
• Dependability.
• Competitive pricing.
• Respectful.
The same trademarks that have
made us Atlanta’s leading Active
Adult Builder in Atlanta since
1998 shine through with our
commitment to you in helping
you realize your redesign desires
and needs. Call today for more
information about this exciting
opportunity and let’s get started!
Call Stacy Wheelus
678-795-0200 ext 210
AFTER
BEFORE
BEFORE
Diamonite kitchen
counters with new
undermount sink
and faucet.
AFTER
AFTER
BEFORE
Fireplace mantel faux finished
to look like wood done by Jill
at Fauxlusions.
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ORCHARDS CLASSIFIEDS
The Orchards Group offers any of The Orchards homeowners a place to list classified ads for free. We will advertise personal items only; no
real estate sales, please. This section will be offered on a first come, first served basis. We will need to know the item for sale, your asking price
and your phone number. Due to production deadlines, we will need your information by the first of each month. Then your ad will appear in
the subsequent monthʼs new letter. Itʼs easy! Just call Stacy Wheelus at 678-795-0200 ext 210. Or, if your prefer, you can e-mail your ad to
swheelus@orchardsgroup.com. In order to keep interest in the classified ad section, we will only keep an item in for 3 issues. After it
appears in the third issue the ad will be pulled.
FOR SALE
Pride Mobility Jazzy Select.
Gently Used. $1,500.
Call Rose 678-277-9900
2002 Buick Rendezvous
100,700 miles - Good Condition
Asking $6,000 or best offer.
Call Patti 770-888-5163
Queen Bed Comforter Set. Includes
skirt, 2 shams, fall colors reversible floral/
solid excellent condition. $35.
Call Carol 678-349-2206
Unique chest/dresser with hanging mirror.
Great for foyer or bedroom. $550.00.
Grandfather Clock.
Like new and works great. $1400.00
Area Rugs: 1 - 8ʼ octagon $250.00. 1- 4ʼ x
6ʼ $150.00. Color: Black, cream & very light
peach. Custom made by Richs/Macys.
Fine Bone China: Lenox “Kristy”
10 - 5 pcs. place settings - $500.00
(Retail price $1000.00)
Please call me to discuss price.
Call 770-889-9454
Hooker Entertainment Center.
67w-24d-58h—Video sect./2 Pocket doors.
36 7/8w—Audio sect./1 Glass door—5
shelves/22w—mahogany color. $1500 new,
put it in your living room for $500.
Call Charlie 770-205-7612
2005 Toyota Sienna XLE Limited Van.
Parking Sensors & Dynamic Laser Cruise.
32K Miles- Excellent Condition. E/W Bruno
VSL670 Curb Sider Super XL. Chair Lift and
a Jet3 Ultra Wheelchair. $16,000. Call John
770-345-9437
Wheelchair. Like New, $1,000.
Call Barbara: 770-851-7778
WANTED
90ʼs or newer auto
with low miles, good condition.
Call Bill 770-645-7824
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BIKE SAFETY
H E A LT H M AT T E R
S
Get the Heads Up on Hel
In the October issue of
Neighborhood News, we
featured a story on the
importance of bike safety
and wearing a helmet. Just
before the article ran, two
homeowners at Brannon Oak
Farm had bicycle accidents.
Luckily, Mitch Block, The
Orchards sales manager,
happened to be driving by and
was able to drive Sonny to the
hospital. Both bikers walked
away with injuries; only one
rider was wearing a helmet.
If you experience a bicycle
accident, your broken
bones and scrapes are
sure to heal, but brain
damage can be permanent.
When riding a bike, your
head is vulnerable to
serious injury – even
in a
low-speed crash. You
can protect your head
and
your future by wearing
a helmet.
How Helmets Protec
t You
The American Academ
y of Orthopaedic Surgeo
ns
(AAOS) reports that during
a fall or crash, a helmet
absorbs much of the
force of impact that would
otherwise be directed
to the head. Thick plastic
foam (firm polystyrene)
inside the hard outer shell
of a helmet crushes to
cushion the blow. A helmet
should be replaced after
a crash.
Each year, bike-related
crashes kill approximately
900 people and injure
567,000 others. Althou
gh
more people than ever
are using bike helmets,
only
half of the more than
80 million bike riders
wear
them all the time; approx
imately 43 percent never
use helmets. Wearing a
bike helmet reduces the
risk
of serious head and brain
injury by 85 percent.
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mets
Choosing a Helmet
Discount department stores
and bicycle shops offer
many models of helmet
s that are typically priced
around $20 and above.
Be sure to choose a helmet
that meets the standards
of the Consumer Produc
t
Safety Commission or
the Snell Memorial Founda
tion. Take some time trying
on helmets and choose
one with the right size
and fit.
AAOS offers these tips
for choosing a helmet:
• Snug - It does not slide
from side-to-side
or front-to-back.
• Level - It is square on
top of your head,
covering the top of the
forehead. It does
not tilt in any directio
n.
• Stable - The chinstrap
keeps the helmet
from rocking in any directio
n. Chinstraps
should be replaced if any
part of the buckle
breaks; otherwise, a helmet
may fly off in
an accident.
Sources: AAOS, Nation
al Institutes of Health
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Sonny Gillespie
Butch Cunningham and
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Presorted Std
US Postage
PAID
Mailed From Zip 30340
Permit # 6849
11660 Alpharetta Hwy
Suite 515
Roswell, GA 30076
NOVEMBER’S
RESALES & LISTINGS...
ALL OUR HOMES ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC ONCE A MONTH.
CALL IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN COMING TO AN OPEN HOUSE.
FOR SALE
The Orchards of Windward. 2957 Oakside Circle. Very rare to come on the market Vanderbilt floor
plan. Approximately 1950 square feet. Ten foot ceilings with beautiful crown molding welcomes you to
this warm home. 3-bedrooms/2-baths and a spacious bright sunroom. Maple built-ins, computer area
in Kitchen, solid countertops, hardwood floors are just a few of the appointments is this fine home.
$286,900.
The Orchards of Windward. 3005 Oakside Circle. Finally a Hamilton Floor Plan. Very traditional
2-bedroom floor with extensive molding. A Covered porch welcomes you to this home. Some of the
features include cherry cabinets, a huge dining room and sunroom all in this gated community
for $235,000.
The Harris Orchards of Duluth. 3003 Orchards Ridge Circle. This immaculate 3-bedroom Canterbury
floor plan sits in a park like setting trees and lawns on two sides. Some of the interior features are
hardwood floors in all living areas and a heated and aired sunroom. All for an unbelievable price
of $225,000.
The Orchards of Roswell. 2704 Village Lane. 2-bedroom/2-bath Abbey floor plan in sought after
Roswell neighborhood. Great location in this gated community. Additional desk in kitchen. Enjoy
maintenance-free living in this active community. $237,000.
The Orchards of Sweet Apple. 1504 Sweet Apple Circle. A gorgeous Canterbury. This home is
beautifully appointed. Light and bright home with additional built-ins. Cherry cabinets, granite
countertops, marble backsplash and stainless appliances in kitchen. Beautiful hardwood cherry floors
through living area. You must see this one. $286,900.
The Orchards of Windward. 3066 Oakside Circle. Two master Abbey floor plan. Great location in
subdivision, close to clubhouse. Tile in kitchen and laundry room. Neutral colors; move right in. Stone
exterior. A price you cannot beat. $235,000.
UNDER CONTRACT
The Orchards of Crabapple. 2231 Orchards Place, Roswell. 2-bedroom/2-bath. Heated and cooled
sunrrom. New heat and air. ALL NEW APPLIANCES! Beautiful corner built-in in kitchen. Updated Corian
countertops and tile backsplash. Ceiling fans throughout! $225,000.
SOLD
The Orchards of Habersham Grove. 2617 Grapevine Circle, Cumming. 3-bedroom/ 3-bath
Charleston with all the upgrades. Hardwoods throughout, granite countertops, tile backsplash, 42-inch
mocha cabinets, SunTunnel, French doors to den/office/third bedroom suite with bath. Beautiful
private lot. Please welcome your new neighbor!
DEAR FRIENDS
& NEIGHBORS,
Dear Friend and Neighbors,
As we roll into the holiday season, our lives get busy and
somewhat hectic. Here is an article I would like to share with you
that may help with the stress of the season.
From Thanksgiving to Christmas, increased stress and overeating
are a part of life in our society. Due to increased stress levels,
we are more likely to eat for emotional reasons. The smells in
our homes, on Thanksgiving Day, stir up childhood memories
of happy times spent with family and friends. This can be a
wonderful time of the year and with a few tips, we can manage
both emotional needs and caloric intake.
Have soup as a first course. There are many soups, which you
can prepare, days in advance, and heat through just before
Thanksgiving dinner.
Have an extra slice of turkey. Turkey is packed with nutrition and
lower in calories than most other meats. Just donʼt eat the skin.
Try to reduce sugar amounts in recipes. Cut the amount of sugar
called for in fruit pie recipes by one third to one half. Iʼve always
done this and prefer the taste. Start with one third less and see
if it is to your taste.
Try alternatives to heavy fats in recipes. For a pumpkin pie
recipe, use an egg substitute and condensed milk instead of eggs
and milk. Try using nonfat sour cream and one half the butter
normally used in your mashed potatoes. In your stuffing recipe,
add a little less butter and a little more chicken broth.
Follow as many of these tips as you like. If you choose only
a few, you will be decreasing your caloric intake and stress.
Balance the more traditional, higher calorie dishes with some of
the simpler, lower calorie dishes. By choosing not to make every
dish that your mother or grandmother used to make, you will be
creating less stress for yourself.
Reduce the calories and the stress. You will be thankful for it.
Sincerely,
Geri Beckmann, Resales Specialist
Orchards Development, LLC
404-290-2330