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A Note from the President
THE POOL IS OPEN!!
Now if the weather would just cooperate.
We have a request to change the hours that children under age 18 can use
the pool. The board decided that before we did this, we should give the
residents a chance to weigh-in on the decision. Also, the tennis court
needs repair work for about $12,000 with no
guarantee that we wouldn’t have the same problems in a couple of years. We
spent $10,000 three years ago on the tennis court. Do we have enough
residents using the court to warrant spending this amount? We have much
nicer courts at the Cary Tennis Center just around the block. Should we do
something else with the court? Miniature golf? A real shuffle board court?
Because of these concerns, we are enclosed in
the mailed newsletter a survey for you to fill out letting us know your
preferences. The Board will then take your responses into our
considerations.,
Joyce
Bryant
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Thought for the
month:
Life is a steep grade, and we should welcome every
opportunity to give our friends a lift when they need it.
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Clubhouse Events
Memorial Day Celebration
We will have our annual Memorial Day Celebration
on Monday, May 30, at 9:30am at the clubhouse. Travis Thompson will emcee
the celebration of our military who have died and our Choral Group, led by
Nancy Romano, will have a selection of songs. Mickey Brescia will honor
those who have died with the playing of taps. Please list the names of those
military that you want to be remembered on the list in the clubhouse lobby,
as the names will be placed on a scroll to be read at the ceremony. We will
serve ham and sausage biscuits, fruit and coffee when you arrive.
Afternoon
Tea
Put on your prettiest attire and join us on June
1 for an elegant afternoon tea at the clubhouse . Hats and gloves are
optional, but would add to the festivities. Doors will open at 3:00pm. Food
has been ordered and registration is closed.
Water Aerobics
We will be having two classes beginning on June
6. On MWF at 8:00am an advanced class and at 9:15am an intermediate class.
Please sign up in the clubhouse lobby for these classes.
Tuesday Afternoon Book Club
This month the Book Club
is reading "On Account of Conspicuous Women" by Dawn Swamp.
Linda Thompson will lead the discussion. The meeting is June 7 at 1:00pm.
This group is always open to new members and occasional visitors.
Janet Lockhart of the West
Regional Library asked that we notify our residents that Kindle e-readers
will be able to check out electronic books from the library later this
year. This is according to a recent news release (L.A. Times) from
Amazon.com (company
that sells Kindle products) and is contrary to the information Janet had
when she spoke to us at the Ladies Luncheon last month.
Garden Club Meeting
The Garden Club will meet on June 7 at 10am at
Janet Deal’s house, Ann Hilton from Brickman will be speaking to the club.
Encore Singers
The Encore Singers will perform for us on Tuesday, June 7 at 7:00pm with a
new performance comprised of song and dance from a variety of genres and
time periods.
“Hello Neighbor” Talk
On Saturday June 11, at 1:00 pm, in our
clubhouse, the Cary Police will be explaining a new program called "HELLO
NEIGHBOR". After having several acts of vandalism to my property, I
contacted the Cary Police and met with Officer Shawn Smith who suggested
that this would be an excellent program for our neighborhood. Officer Smith
will be bringing a few policemen with him to cover items of safety in not
only guarding your home, but your own personal safety as well. This will be
a very informative session where you will have time to ask any questions you
may have.
Please sign up and join us for coffee and lotsof
valuable information.
Submitted by Pat Schneider
Pot Luck/Bingo
We will be having a potluck/bingo on Saturday,
June 11, at 6:00pm in the clubhouse. Please bring a dish to share and bingo
will follow dinner. The cost of this event is $2.00 per person to cover
beverages, set up and clean up. Bingo cards will be $1.00 each. Please join
us for an evening of good food, good company, and fun.
Apply Now to Serve on Cary's
Boards and Commissions
Community-minded citizens are encouraged to
apply for one of 26 upcoming vacancies on the Town council’s nine advisory
boards and commissions. Use your talents and take an active interest in your
community on one of the following:
Economic Development Commission;
Environmental Advisory Board;
Information Services Advisory Board;
Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources
Advisory Board;
Planning and Zoning Board;
Public Art Advisory Board;
Town Center Review Commission;
Zoning Board of Adjustment; and
Citizen Issue Review Commission (for Cary’s
School of Government graduates, only).
Selected applicants will serve for three years
starting in October, except where unexpired terms are being filled, and
advise the Town Council on their board/commission’s cause. Applications can
be found at
http://www.townofcary.org and will be accepted until 5 p.m. on June
30, 2011. Learn more at "Boards and Commissions" at
http://www.townofcary.org or call
(919) 319-4508.
PRIMARY CONTACTS:
Karen Gray,
Deputy Town Clerk, (919) 319-4508
Deanna Boone,
Deputy Public Information Officer, (919) 462-3908
Susan Moran,
Public Information Director, (919) 380-4240
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Upcoming Trips
Asheville/Biltmore
June 21 – 23, 2011
If you are signed up for this trip, please come to the clubhouse office on
Friday, May 27, from 2-3PM to pick up your itinerary, luggage tags, neck
badge, and insurance papers if you signed up for it and did not receive it
in the mail. If you cannot make it at this time, please come after 1:00pm
the following week.
Also, if you would like to go on this trip, there is still room on the bus
for more people. The total cost of the trip is $259 per person for double
occupancy. Single occupancy is $60 more. This includes 2 nights lodging at
the Brookstone Lodge in Asheville, 4 meals, full day at Biltmore, guided
tour of Asheville; visits to Thomas Wolfe Memorial State Historic Site, Folk
Art Center, and the St. Lawrence Basilica.
Branson, Mo Trip – Oct 15 – 23, 2011.
People are already signing up for this trip so if you planning on going,
please get your $75.00 deposit per person into the office. The cost of $739
includes 8 nights lodging, 14 meals, and admission to 7 shows including one
on the Showboat Branson Belle. We will also make a stop in Nashville on the
way home. We will be traveling in a roomy motor coach equipped with video
and restroom. For any questions, please call Peggy in the office at
466-0016.
Atlantic City, NJ Trip
Nov. 27-30, 2011
Pack your bags and join us for 4 days in exciting Atlantic City. Three
nights lodging, 4 meals, and $30 casino bonus is included in the $230 cost
for this trip. We will travel in a spacious motor coach with video system
and restroom. Deposit of $75 will hold your place for this trip.
Brickman Talk
On Monday, June 13, at 11:00 am
Brickman will be presenting a talk on Pruning. Please use the sign up sheet
if you plan to come.
July 4 Celebration
Don’t miss joining us on Monday, July 4, from
11:30am to 4:00 pm to celebrate our nation’s birthday. Smithfield’s BBQ will
provide fried chicken and BBQ with fixin’s for lunch. Tina Cash will
entertain us from 12:00 – 2:00pm with a variety of songs and also to emcee
our fun and games. Cost for this event is $12 per person. Mark this date on
your calendar and sign up by June 20 to save your spot.
Hospitality
Committee
The Hospitality Committee would be grateful for
donations of get well, sympathy, or blank note cards. If anyone has some
available, please drop them off in the office.
Congratulations to:
Norman Curran and Dottie Walton and their group, "Second Time Arounders" a
tap group from Hillsboro won a gold medal at the Senior Games competition
held in Newport, North Carolina. They will be representing Carteret County
at the Senior Games held in Raleigh in late September.
David Gordon was a guest of honor on the Flight
of Honor trip to Washington, DC on April 19 for World War II veterans.
The trip was sponsored by the North Carolina
Auto Dealers Association. Many volunteers participated to assist the
veterans. The group visited the World War II Memorial, the Smithsonian Air
and Space Museum, the Air Force Memorial, the Iwo Jima Marine Corps
Memorial, the tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the Changing of The Guard at
Arlington Cemetery. They were greeted everywhere by bands, singers and
thankful well-wishers.
Upon return home they were greeted at the airport by Bagpipers, a Band and
the 82nd Airborne Singers and a very large crowd with flags, balloons and
signs.
David served in the 30th Infantry Division that
landed on Omaha Beach and he fought his way across France, Belgium, Holland
and Germany. He received 5 Purple hearts and the Bonze Star.
Submitted
by Harriet Gordon
Wanted
A WWII veteran to share their experiences with a
local student. His information is posted on the clubhouse bulletin board.
Office Vacation Hours
The office will be open from
9am - 1 pm during the week of
June 6-10.
Tennis Court Parking
Lot Project
We will be seal coating and striping this parking lot on May 27. This lot
will be closed during this process. Please pay attention to where you are
parking. Look for information in the clubhouse lobby for this work.
Mailbox Posts
We can still order mailbox posts. Please contact the office if you need one.
The cost is $155.00 installed or $80.00 if you just want the post.
Our Neighbors
Carpenter/Upchurch Intersection Update
The modifications to the intersection outlined
in our petition are still being evaluated by Cary’s engineering department,
according to the latest email from our council woman, Jennifer Robinson.
Town of Morrisville
Morrisville will be re-enacting the Civil War Battle of Morrisville at Page
House on June 25th. Historian, Ernest Dollar, will be providing the town
with a museum exhibit and movie premiere.
For more information as it becomes available,
please email Ann Wisner at West Regional Library
ann.wisner@wakegov.com.
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2000 Heritage Pines Drive
Cary, NC 27519
Betty Landes, CMCA
On-Site Manager
(P) 919-466-0016
(F) 919-466-0014 - clubhouse
Email:
cheritagepines@nc.rr.com
William Douglas Property
Management Company
http://www.wmdouglas.com
Heritage
Happenings
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The Press
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HP Homeowner
Board Members
President
Joyce Bryant
Vice President
Patricia Schneider
Secretary
Eileen Fitzgerald
Treasurer
Angelo Vivelo
Member
Morty Berkowitz
Click here
to contact the Board
In the subject box of the email write - HP
Board
These elected
homeowners represent you with the Heritage Pines Board and the
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Community Thanks To The Following
Chairpersons and Their Committees :
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Hospitality - Sonia
Medina
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Men’s Breakfast - Doug
Lipson/Don Matthews/Crew
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Ladies Lunch/Fashion Show -
Nancy Romano
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Birthday Party - Wendy
Adley, Linda Brown,
Sharon Toomey and Pat Schneider
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Memorial Day - Mickey
Brescia, Travis Thompson & HP Choral Group
Brickman Notes
| IRDU Airport |
4/1/10 -
5/12/10 |
4/1/11 -
5/12/11 |
90+ Degree
Days |
5 |
0 |
| 80-89 Degree Days |
14 |
14 |
| Days with Rain |
18 |
14 |
| Inches of Rain |
2.66 |
2.74 |
| Average High |
80 |
76 |
| Average Low |
55 |
53 |
The historical high/low are 72/46. So, with that
being said, welcome to a normal? spring! This spring has provided us some
GREAT grass growing weather – cool nights, warm days and one good rain each
week! The lawns have really taken off, and we are running to keep up with
them – several of you are applying a little extra fertilizer, and the clumps
in your yards are caused by this.
Remember that the double application of weed
killer in your yards can adversely effect the growth of your grass.
As you receive this article, we are moving our
way through our spring pruning operation. Please refer to the pruning
standards for the property as a refresher as to how and what we are doing.
Keep in mind that we are concentrating on having healthy plants, we are not
going to run around and do a bunch of shearing to create meat balls and
boxes!
We are continuing to spot spray our turf weeds
throughout the property – we have already seen some Virginia Button Weed and
some Nutsedge – so we are getting those handled – we are keeping our eye out
for the Crabgrass as well.
These rains that we are getting can really be
great for the lawns and landscape, but they can reek some havoc on our
crew’s schedules. Keep in mind that our mowing schedule will be adjusted by
rain, and as you all know, we have some yards that stay REALLY wet, we keep
that in mind as we re-schedule.
As for Irrigation – we are not even running it!!
I would encourage each of you to think about how much you are watering, and
how much you need to water – usually we over water, and with the DRAMATIC
increase in cost of water from the town of Cary, you may want to think about
turning off your systems. Unless you have new plantings around the house,
most of your plants are not needing any water at all, and the lawn areas
should get a little stressed before you get the water going on them. Again,
use the finger test to touch the top of the soil – if it is moist, you don’t
need water!
Summer is moving in, and I hope you have plans to stay cool, you know what
they say, April Showers = May flowers, and spring comes in like a lamb and
goes out like a Lion!!!
Please join us for a conversation about pruning
on June 13th in the clubhouse at 11 am.
See you soon and until then Happy Travels &
Gardening
Chris, Michael, Kevin & The Brickman Team |
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