To Contact Board Members or the POA: call 579-2044 or e-mail at CSPOA@carolinashores.net
Joe Watts – President, John Csernecky – Vice President, Kerry Jarrell – Treasurer, Sue Hensler– Secretary,
Kelly Wilson –Director, Carol Davis – Director, Julia Lally – Director, Philip Laura – Director
Merrilee Burns – Co-Editor Linda Rugg – Co-Editor
Bulletin email: cspoabulletin@gmail.com
CSPOA website: www.carolinashoresPOA.org
Office Hours: Monday through Friday - 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Message from the Board – Joe Watts, President
Improvements for our Neighborhood
The Directors have approved two significant items that will be completed within the next several months.
The parking lots at the Clubhouse and Recreational Area have been improved by making as needed paving repairs. A new seal coat and new parking lines will be added in May. This maintenance is to enhance the longevity of our asphalt and will have a clean fresh appearance. In order to accomplish these last two items the parking lots will need to be closed for a couple of days. We will send out an email as soon as the date is confirmed with the paving contractor.
The Tennis courts, specifically courts 1 and 2 (left hand side) will be resurfaced in order to repair some cracking and to achieve better drainage. Permanent pickle ball courts will be added to this section. Courts 3 and 4 (right hand side) will remain as permanent lighted tennis courts with new nets and the temporary pickle ball lines will be removed. These courts will be closed for several days during the renovations. We will send out an email as soon as the date is confirmed with the contractor.
On a different note, there is a story about a professor and a small dot on the paper. The professor announced there would be a pop quiz. The students received the test which was a small dot in the center of the paper. The professor asked each student to write about what they saw and then read the responses. Each student wrote about the dot and missed the rest of the page. We often do the same thing, as we focus on our dot of disappointments, health issues, financial difficulties and lost relationships, etc. Maybe we should focus on the rest of the page and take our eyes away from the dot. For example, our neighborhood is blooming! Spring is finally here. The azaleas are in full bloom, the grass is greener, and the trees are sprouting new leaves. The pollen is about over after a cold and rainy winter. Residents are improving their homes and landscaping. Neighbors are outside once again to enjoy the change in seasons. It is a beautiful time to live in Carolina Shores!
Enjoy each of the blessings and each moment that life gives us!
THANK YOU TO OUR BULLETIN EDITORS LINDA RUGG and MERRILEE BURNS
IMPORTANT DATES:
May 12, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. – MONTHLY BOARD MEETING AT THE CLUBHOUSE.
ALL MEMBERS IN GOOD STANDING ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND.
IF YOU ARE NOT ON OUR FREE COMMUNITY EMAIL DISTRIBUTION LIST, PLEASE CONTACT THE BUSINESS OFFICE. YOU MAY HAVE MORE THAN ONE EMAIL ADDRESS PER HOUSEHOLD.
Please remember to notify the office if you change your phone number, email address, name, or mailing address. It is extremely easy to overlook this, but difficult for the office should we need to contact you. Thank you.
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How to Submit Articles to the Bulletin
The DEADLINE for submitting articles for the Bulletin is 5:00 p.m. on the 20th of each month for the following month’s issue.
YOU MUST EMAIL ARTICLES to: cspoabulletin@gmail.com. Do not use the office email. Be sure to include the name of the activity in the “subject” line of your email. Thank you.
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Recreation Facilities – Kelly Wilson
As some have noticed the recreation area has been busy this past month with ongoing improvements, the number of people playing pickleball and tennis on the courts, groups meeting in the pavilion, and families with younger children enjoying the area.
The Boccie Ball courts were recently repaired, and rock was moved to the back side to retain the current walkway and help with drainage. New score boards were hung, and benches were sealed. Boccie is being played on Friday nights and we are hoping it expands to other nights also.
The basketball backboard is in the process of being hung on the existing post and lines will be painted for all ages to enjoy.
The courts on side 1 and 2 will be getting repaired and new Pickleball courts will be installed on that side. Side 3 and 4 will house the tennis courts and the lights will be upgraded to new LED lighting for night tennis. The courts will be closed while repairs and resurfacing are being done, and we will forward dates to all when we receive them.
The parking lot will be getting resurfaced soon with new lines painted. The present handicap signs will be placed back further out of harm’s way and a message board will be added to keep members updated on all activities going on. The parking lot will be closed for the resurfacing, and we will update everyone on dates.
The Pool has begun getting its summer transformation as the pavers have been sanded, furniture is being washed and receiving new slings. We are planning our usual opening on Mother’s Day. If you happen to stop by and ask, we will let you in on a little secret we have about the pool. The main question on everyone’s mind is are we allowing guests into the pool? As of this date, we are waiting to see the new NC state executive orders, and we are watching how the vaccinations are going and will then make a decision. We are going to open to a 100% capacity for all members at that time. We will keep you updated!
ACC Corner – Joe Martere, ACC Chairperson
The ACC is currently looking for two volunteers (men or women). Please consider this as an opportunity to give back to our community. Currently we are using the volunteers two days a week for two consecutive weeks, and 4 weeks off. The hours required are from 9:00 a.m. until noon Tuesday and Thursday. Please contact the office if you need more information.
The ACC would like to remind you that this is the time to bring our yards into shape. Bushes trimmed, yard raked, gutters and roofs cleaned of pine straw and any other debris. We will be doing a drive through in the coming weeks to ensure that all have complied.
As you might already be aware, I am leaving the chairman's position as of May 15, 2021. I want to thank all you that I have had the privilege of meeting. It has been a rewarding and informative experience.
Carolina Shores May Food Drive – Mike Donahue
The Carolina Shores Men’s and Women’s golf groups are
once again holding a food drive for those less fortunate than us in the area.
Last year we were able to donate over 2,200 pounds of food and $900 to three different organizations in the area. During this past year, these organizations have seen an increase of upward of 50% of people in need over the previous years.
This year we have set a goal of 3,000 pounds. Below is a list of items that are recommended:
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Saltine Crackers |
Pasta Sauce |
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Instant Potatoes |
Peanut Butter |
Jelly |
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Dry Cereal |
Salad Dressing |
Canned Fruit |
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Grits |
Canned Tuna |
Catsup/Ketchup |
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Rice-A-Roni |
Ravioli |
Mustard |
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Cake Mix |
Canned Potatoes |
Mayonnaise |
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Canned Chicken |
Canned Vegetables |
Hot Cereal |
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Ramon Noodles |
Spam |
Rice |
Your help in obtaining this goal is greatly appreciated either by food items or cash donations.
Donations may be dropped off at the Carolina Shores Golf Course clubhouse during open hours now until close on business, May 31, 2021.
Bunco – June Hartman
Anyone interested in starting a new Bunco group, please call June Hartman at 579-0150. Day and time will be discussed if there is enough interest.
Knit ‘n Natter – Diana Mardall
The knitting group is
meeting in private homes for now. The meetings for May will be on the 10th
and 24th at 6:30 p.m.
If you have any questions, email me at limeylady70@gmail.com or call me at 910-575-7804.
Low Impact Chair Aerobics – Mary Timothy
Chair Aerobics will be
exercising Monday through Saturday at 10:00 a.m. at the pavilion until May 29. You will need
to bring a folding chair, weights and a bottle of water. Wear layers of
clothing to be prepared. No class if it rains. Hope to see everyone there.
News Splash! – Mary Timothy
Water aerobics will begin Monday, May 31, at 9:00 a.m.
Classes will be held Monday through Saturday. There is a $5.00 fee for the
season. Water weights, water shoes and a bottle of water are recommended;
expect an hour of fun and exercise. Same as last year, please hang your towel
and bag on the fence to keep the chairs clean. Thank you. Mary Timothy
Tennis News – Bob Anthony
We are
closing in on bathing (sun, ocean, pool, etc.) season and what better way to
get into shape than playing tennis. Open tennis happens every Monday, Wednesday
and Friday. Open tennis starts at 9:00 a.m. but will change to 8:30 a.m.
beginning Memorial Day, May 31, 2021. Just show up wearing the proper shoes
(court shoes) and bring a tennis racquet. If you cannot find your racquet, just
show up and a racquet will be provided.
Open tennis is not as strenuous as you remember. The number of games we play is dependent on the number of people waiting. You never wait more than one or two games and then we rotate counterclockwise. If you feel totally confused, please come on out and see for yourself.
This will be the last article on tennis that I write. If you have questions about tennis in Carolina Shores, please feel free to call the POA.
Book Discussion Group – Susie Riggs
The Book Discussion Group met on Friday, April 16, to talk about this month’s reading selection, Magic Hour by Kristin Hannah. The novel, set in the Pacific Northwest, tells the story of Julia Cates, a child psychiatrist, who after a scandal leaves her career tarnished. She then takes on a fascinating new patient, a six-year-old feral girl who has mysteriously emerged from the Olympic National Forest. Along with the help of Julia’s sister, Ellie, police chief of Rain Valley, Washington, and others in the small community, she helps to free the little girl they call Alice from a prison of unimaginable fear and isolation. Comments about the book from group members included: “I loved the book”; “It reminded me of a Hallmark Movie”; and “It makes me want to read more books by Kristin Hannah.” As usual, the varying opinions about our reading selection made for an interesting discussion!
Our next meeting will be held at the POA clubhouse on Friday, May 21, at 10:00 a.m. Our book for the month is Ann Napolitano’s Dear Edward, the endearing story of a twelve-year-old boy who struggles with the worst kind of fame—as the sole survivor of a notorious plane crash. If you enjoy reading, talking about what you have read or just listening to what others have to say, please join us on May 21!
Pickleball - Rick Griffith & Sue Berger
Welcome to May as 2021 continues to fly
by. Happy Mother's Day to all our mothers out there.
Pickleball is Alive, well and growing at Carolina Shores!
We would like to thank our CSPOA Board for their commitment to the growth of pickleball at Carolina Shores. Our board has approved the re-surfacing of one side of the courts and to convert those courts to permanent pickleball courts. We excitedly await to play on these dedicated courts.
NEW OPEN PLAY SCHEDULE:
TUESDAY 5:30 p.m., THURSDAY 9:00 a.m. and SUNDAY 1:00 p.m.
The Pickleball Group at Carolina Shores continues to grow. Last month we had fourteen (14) "Newbies" come out to learn to play pickleball. Pickleball is a great sport to play to stay active and meet new people and is the fastest growing sport in the U.S. for people over 55.
Wear Tennis shoes and comfortable clothing. Paddles and balls are available to use. Pickleball is somewhat COVID safe. The sport is played outside, and six (6) feet distancing is maintained most of the time.
Never played and interested in learning? We'll teach you. Check out this site on how to play: How to Play Pickleball - USA Pickleball or go to (www. USAPickleball.org). Stop by the courts during Open Play and check it out.
Contact us to schedule a lesson or if you have any questions:
Rick Griffith 419.262.3832 / GriffithRJ@hotmail.com
Sue Berger 919.410.1221 / LeeSueBerger@gmail.com
We hope to see you at the courts!
Garden Club – Mary Conover
Our April meeting was held on the 14th under the Pavilion, with a terrific turnout. Our guest speaker was Wanda Maggart, Master Gardener, who shared her extensive knowledge on "How to Manage Your Yard and Co-Exist with Deer." The meeting was followed with our yearly "Plant Exchange."
The next meeting will be Wednesday, May 12, when we gather for our members only end-of-the-year luncheon and scholarship presentation.
The Carolina Shores Garden Club meets the second Wednesday of each month, September to May, at 1:00 p.m. Dues are $10/year. Please contact Joanne Bendy at (910)575-0071 if you have any questions. Stay safe and enjoy your summer!
Care Team – Flo Pflaster
For those of you who have volunteered to
help others by being on the Care Team, here is how you make sure you are
getting notifications when I post a request:
How to control all email notification settings (including groups)
1. Log in to nextdoor.com and click your profile picture in the top right corner.
2. Select Settings from the drop-down.
3. Select Notifications from the left menu:
4. Next to Email Notifications, select Edit
5. If you set Updates from your local area to None then you will not receive email notifications from your groups.
6. If you set it to Only top posts or All you will get an email for every new group post. (choose this one)
Note: Adjusting these settings will affect all your email notifications, not just for groups.
If you want to be a part of this team or if you no longer want to be on the list, please let me know. There are not many calls for help, but people are so very grateful for the assistance they do get! It really does not take much to volunteer. Help with a small chore at home, an occasional ride, a temporary need for dog walking, etc. is usually what is needed. So, neighbors, continue to let me know if you need help and I will do my best to find someone.
Thank you,
575-6243 home
368-1070 cell
New Neighbors – Flo Pflaster, Margie Pettersen and Charlotte Csernecky
Name: Abby and Keith Whitehead
Address: 19 Topsail Court
Phone: 843-296-4668
Email: abby.j.whitehead@gmail.com
ryan.keith.whitehead@gmail.com
Abby and Keith bought the house here in March. They are from Matthews, NC. She is originally from Washington State. Two of their children, a son and a daughter, live with them-. Another son lives in Austin, Texas. They also have two dogs, Gretel and Tippa. Abby works in finance and Keith retired from the gutter business. They love the beach, and she likes shopping. They love the area and are looking forward to enjoying their new house.
Please be aware that during the Pandemic, all visits will be done with social distancing and masks or by phone.
If you recently purchased a home in Carolina Shores and have not been greeted by the Welcoming Committee, please contact Flo at 575-6243 or dfp324@atmc.net.
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In Memoriam
John Doherty Jay Leskowicz Richard Polonski
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Sales and Services
DISCLAIMER: The CSPOA assumes no responsibility for the services provided in the following ads. It is the customers’ responsibility to find out if the service provider is BONDED AND/OR INSURED.
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Depression, Anxiety, PTSD – Get help now. Call Gaye Lynn Schankweiler, Licensed Professional Counselor –Cell: 303-378-2204 |
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PAVILION CALENDAR
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Pavilion and Recreation Area Calendar for May 2021 |
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3 8:30 Tennis 10:00 Chair Aerobics
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4 10:00 Chair Aerobics 5:30 Pickleball |
5 8:30 Tennis 10:00 Chair Aerobics
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6 9:00 Pickleball
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7 8:30 Tennis 10:00 Chair Aerobics
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8 10:00 Chair Aerobics |
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10 8:30 Tennis 10:00 Chair Aerobics
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11 10:00 Chair Aerobics 5:30 Pickleball
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12 8:30 Tennis 1:00 Garden Club
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13 9:00 Pickleball
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14 8:30 Tennis 10:00 Chair Aerobics
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15 10:00 Chair Aerobics |
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17 8:30 Tennis 10:00 Chair Aerobics
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18 10:00 Chair Aerobics 5:30 Pickleball
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19 8:30 Tennis 10:00 Chair Aerobics
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20 9:00 Pickleball
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21 8:30 Tennis 10:00 Chair Aerobics
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22 10:00 Chair Aerobics
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24 8:30 Tennis 10:00 Chair Aerobics
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25 10:00 Chair Aerobics 5:30 Pickleball
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26 8:30 Tennis 10:00 Chair Aerobics
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27 9:00 Pickleball
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28 8:30 Tennis 10:00 Chair Aerobics
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29 10:00 Chair Aerobics
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31 8:30 Tennis 9:00 Water Aerobics |
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THE CLUBHOUSE IS NOW OPEN WITH RESTRICTIONS.
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Clubhouse Calendar for May 2021 |
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6 10:00 Mah Jongg 6:00 Men’s Poker 7:00 Men’s Poker |
7 8:00 Exercise 6;00 Friday Night Cards |
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12 8:00 Exercise 9:30 Board Mtg. 6:30 Canasta 7:00 Bunco
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13 10:00 Mah Jongg 6:00 Men’s Poker 7:00 Men’s Poker |
14 8:00 Exercise 10:00 Quilting / Needlework Guild 6;00 Friday Night Cards |
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17 8:00 Exercise 1:00 Maj Jongg 6:30 Ladies Poker 6:30 King’s Row |
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20 10:00 Mah Jongg 6:00 Men’s Poker 7:00 Men’s Poker |
21 8:00 Exercise 10:00 Book Discussion Group 6;00 Friday Night Cards |
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26 8:00 Exercise 10:30 Mexican Train 6:30 Canasta
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27 10:00 Mah Jongg 6:00 Men’s Poker 7:00 Men’s Poker |
28 8:00 Exercise 10:00 Quilting / Needlework Guild 6;00 Friday Night Cards |
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Recycle Center Schedule Windshield Sticker Required Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, Saturday 7:00 a.m. – 12 noon. Closed Sundays Please check the town website for adjusted hours.
2021 Holiday Schedule: January 1, January 18, April 2, May 31, July 4, September 6, November 11, November 25, December 25.
Important: DO NOT LEAVE CAR PARKED AT THE TRASH COMPACTOR WHEN DISCARDING ITEMS IN THE RECYCLE BINS. |