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Owl Creek News JULY 2015

10607 Hobbs Station Road • 502.244.2550 • [email protected] • www.owlcreekcommunity.com

Owl Creek, a neighborhood where we take pride in our community. Every resident plays a vital role in making our community the best place to live in Louisville!

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Music on the LawnSaturday, July 25, 8-10pmFeaturing: The Subourbons

The Subourbons are a blues/rock trio consisting of (Owl Creek neighbor) Matt Bacon on guitar and vocals, Eric Marcum on drums, and Jon Bullington on bass guitar. The Subourbons perform songs with a modern, rock-influenced edge, while at the same time honoring the traditional roots of each song. All this results in a fun interpretation of some of the very best blues and blues/rock music recorded. So bring your lawn chairs and coolers and enjoy some live music in front of the Lodge. The Subourbons will not disappoint!

Splash Jam Pool Side on Friday, July 24, 7pm

Join us for our second Splash Jam of the summer. At dusk, we’ll be showing “Goonies” – When two brothers find out they might lose their house they are desperate to find a way to keep their home. They find a treasure map and bring some friends along to find it. They are all out looking for the “X” and trying to get away from a group of bad guys who also want the treasure.

There will be free ice cream sandwiches while supplies last. Remember to bring extra towels, movie snacks and drinks (no glass, please). Also, the snack bar will remain open until 9pm.

Return to 1776 at Owl Creek’s 4th of July Celebration!Start off the holiday weekend by joining fellow OC residents Sat., July 4th, for a spirited day of patriotic activities. This promises to be a day full of family fun and entertainment! There will be two 1776-inspired contests designed to bring out the creative spirit in your families.

The Betsy Ross Cake Decorating Contest: Decorate a patriotic cake that even Betsy Ross would be proud to eat! You will not be judged on the taste, but rather on the overall creative appearance of your cake! 1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes will be awarded.

The Benjamin Franklin Kite Contest: Create a hand-made diamond shaped kite with tail, approximately 3ft. (height) by 2.5ft. (width). Decorate the face of the kite and tail with your own creative flair. The kites do not need to show flying ability. They will be judged on overall creativity. 1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes will be awarded.

4TH OF JULY DAY FESTIVITIES:9-11am Cake Contest submissions due to Gym Kite Contest submissions due to Gym1pm Flag Ceremony (front of Lodge) –

presented by the Gov. Isaac Shelby Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution, and OC Board of Directors.

1:15pm Children lead the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance

1:30pm Short Fife & Drum Parade (front of Lodge) All are welcome! Kids, decorate your bike, dress in Red White & Blue.

2-2:15pm Bell Ringing (Children will be allowed to ring the bells after the ceremony)

2:15pm Back to the Pool for pool games, raffle prizes and music throughout the afternoon!

3pm Betsy Ross & Benjamin Franklin contest winners announced! Awards distributed.

(Activities will be moved to the Gym if rainout occurs.)

Owl Creek Blood DriveSaturday, July 25, 8:30am-1pmBlood Mobile (gym lot)

During the summer months, there is a critical shortage of blood supply. Donors must be at least 17 years old (16 with parent’s consent), weigh at least 110 pounds and be in generally good health.

Please contact Kim at the Lodge, if you can donate blood. Help us meet our goal of 25 donors! Volunteers needed to help with registration.

DADS / KIDSCAMPOUTPatoka LakeSept. 18-20th

See article on page 2 for more details.

Adult Summer Pool PartySaturday, August 1st at 8 PM$10 per person to offset the cost of the food

Come join your neighbors for our legendary Adult Pool Party. The pool will close at 6pm and reopen at 8pm for the party.

Reservations required; contact the Lodge office or sign up at the pool by July 28th so we have plenty of food for everyone.

We are still working out all the details but, as always, there will be great food, great drinks and surprises around every turn. Get your reservations in now and watch your email for future details.

COMING SOONWe are thrilled to be replacing

the stamped concrete at the front entrance! This project starts after

July 4th and traffic will be rerouted, so please check your email

for updates.

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zPresident’s MessageSean Ryan

Summer is off to a great start in OC! The swim team is starting to peak heading into qualifications & championships, the pool looks beautiful and the playground & tennis courts are abuzz. One of the reasons I love living in OC is all of the summer activities for residents of all ages. I would encourage you to come out for the 4th of July festivities, Music on the Lawn, impromptu gatherings at the pool or try your skill at pickleball. Kids of all ages can even partake in one of the Louisville Sports Academy programs happening right here in the neighborhood. So much to do before summer ends; make the most of the opportunities the best neighborhood in Louisville provides.

The weather has been terrific for the pool this summer. It truly is a great neighborhood asset and we work hard to keep it that way. As you know our pool is exclusively for our residents and their guests. This is why we ask all people entering the pool to show proof of Owl Creek residency and sign in. Our lifeguards are instructed to make sure this happens, so please do not be offended when asked. You can simply take a picture of your license and keep it on your cell phone; it doesn’t get any easier than that. Please help us keep the pool safe for all users by following the pool rules, especially when it comes to use of the diving board. If you see an unsafe condition please bring it to our guards’ attention. It is always appreciated when everyone pitches in for safety.

On a final note, you will soon see the front entrance stamped concrete being replaced. The new design will greatly enhance our entrance and the first impression visitors have when they come into our neighborhood. The project will kick off after the 4th of July and hopefully be completed by mid-August. Residents will receive detailed updates via email on the timeline and details of the project. Please read the updates as they will inform you of changes in the traffic patterns when sections of the front entrance are closed. Our goal is to make sure everyone knows what is going on with this project so we avoid confusion and unsafe conditions at Hobbs Station & Dorsey. Once completed, we will all agree the slight inconvenience will be well worth it.

That is all for now, have a great July 4th!

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Did you know?Only 2 lots have not paid the 2015 annual assessment and liens have been placed on these properties. Thank you to all who have paid.

Dad and Kids Campout Set for September 18-20, Patoka LakeIt’s almost that time of year again. Every fall, the Dads pack up the kids, gear and supplies and head out for a weekend of camping and fun. This year we will again return to Patoka Lake State Park. There will be prepared group meals Friday for dinner and Saturday and Sunday mornings for breakfast. We have scheduled lots of games for the kids, a group hike and on Saturday night, a big bonfire with a story teller. This event gets bigger every year, and even if you don’t think you’re the camping type, this is the one to try.

If you are interested in helping plan, we are always ready to welcome volunteers to assist with the following:

Communication and Registration

Logistics - supplies, trailers, transportation to & from

Set up and take down of the food pavilion

Coordinate preparation & serving food

Kids’ Activities: Hiking, Games, Scavenger Hunt & Bonfire

There will be a website provided at a later date to go and sign up for your volunteer activities. If at all possible, please consider taking the Friday of campout weekend off and coming up early to help set up the main tent area. It is a big task and we will need your help!

The registration form can soon be found on the Owl Creek website or at the Lodge. Reminder: Patoka Lake State Park does not allow us to bring in our own firewood. We will contract a local supplier to bring in firewood that we will sell on site or you can buy from the state park.

In order to keep delivering a great experience for everyone, we need your support, so please contact one of us and offer to volunteer.

Sean Ryan 212-2938Scott Beach 254-9365

4 Independence Day Celebration 24 Splash Jam 25 Blood Drive 25 Music on the Lawn

1 Adult Pool Party 7 Music on the Lawn 14 Splash Jam

12 OC Yard Sale 18-20 Dads & Kids

Campout

10 Oktoberfest

Shredding In the Rain

Even though it was a soggy morning, our resilient OC residents loaded their car trunks and headed to the Lodge for the annual shredding event. It was a great turnout even through the downpour. A+ Paper Shredding was on-site and shredded 3,960 pounds of paper! This is the most paper shredded since we began hosting this annual event years ago. Next year, they may have to bring 2 trucks!

Although this is a free service for the community, a charity is in attendance to collect donations for their cause. This year the featured charity was Kentucky Wounded Heroes, who gratefully reported a $583 donation from our residents. They wanted to thank you all for your generosity and interest in supporting the great work they are doing.

COMING SOONFall Neighborhood

Yard Sale

Saturday, Sept. 12th

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BOOK CLUB NEWSRita ErnstThursday, July 23 @ 7pm

The book for July is “An Unexpected Guest” by Anne Korkeakivi. A day in the life of the wife of a British diplomat in Paris. We will meet to discuss the book at Leslie Jewell’s house. Please call her at 208-890-0702 for her address, if you will be attending.

Join us for a light book discussion. Books are borrowed from the library and may be picked up from Kim at the Lodge.

MEN’S CARD GROUPBob BucklerThursday, July 30 @ 7pm

The men meet monthly at the Lodge for night of cards & camaraderie. For more information, please contact Bob Buckler at 296-5301 or email him at [email protected].

Play GroupLucy MillerSaturday, July 11, 10am

Owl Creek kids! Come play at the playground. Meet some new friends and play with old ones. Kids ages 0-5 welcome including Dads and Grandparents. We can move the fun to the pool at 11am if you want. See you then! With questions you can contact me at [email protected].

Owl Creek NeighborhoodBusiness AssociationJim Breslin, Chairman

Wed, July 22, 7pm (NOTE DATE CHANGE)Cash bar available

We invite you to stop by and see what this group is all about. This is a great networking opportunity for OC business owners, representatives, entrepreneurs, professionals and neighbors. New members always welcome!

AGENDA

7:00-7:15pm: Check in & Social time7:15-7:45pm: Introductions (each person says who they are & what they do)7:45-8:15pm: Business Roundtable Discussion

8:15-8:30pm: One-on-one meetings and announcements

For more information, please contact Jim Breslin at ph/text 502-458-9690 or [email protected].

HELPING HANDSBonnie Chiarot

With summer in full swing, I’d like to remind you all of an engine, of sorts, that hums in the background of Owl Creek while all of the fun activities such as Swim Team, pool days, tennis games & Music on the Lawn are going on. This engine is Helping Hands, an ever-growing group of unsung heroes who volunteer their time, energy, and resources to meet the needs of others in our Owl Creek community.

This past month, due to the generosity of a particular couple, several of us were able to beautify a neighbor’s yard, pulling weeds, trimming trees/shrubs and laying mulch. This simple act of kindness provided joy and peace of mind to a neighbor who was spending every day at the hospital while his wife spent her last days on earth.

We launched another card campaign for Justin McClelland, who, in spite of astronomical challenges, completed high school. He was unable to walk with St.X or even be home with his friends to celebrate, so we sent him congratulations cards to let him know his graduation did not go unnoticed. (Please keep encouraging cards flowing; they make a difference! Address: 1809 18th Court, Jupiter, FL 33477)

Finally, as we sadly said goodbye to a longtime neighbor and friend, we were able to provide watchful eyes over her family’s home during her wake and funeral to ensure its safety.

On a business note, as I have spoken with people around the neighborhood, I have heard a number of comments that several of you have “fallen off” of the email list and are not receiving Helping Hands requests and notifications. I will be working with Kim Brice to remedy this as soon as possible; in the meantime, if this is true for you, please let one of us know. You can contact me, Bonnie, at [email protected] or 693-8879, or contact Kim at the Lodge.

“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing to help others?’” Martin Luther King, Jr.

SENIORS GROUPGlenda & Mike RyanDAY TRIP PLANNEDFriday, July 31, 8am – 4:30pm

This month we head to French Lick, West Baden Springs Resort area in IN. Since the 1850’s, this area has been known for it’s mineral springs and now has a resort hotel & casino.

We will tour the West Baden Springs Hotel which was known in the early 20th century as the 8th Wonder of the World. We will have lunch in the hotel’s gigantic atrium and visit the French Lick Museum. There we can see the history of the area and hotels, plus a large completely hand-made model of the Hagenbeck and Wallace Circus. This was the second largest circus in the world and it wintered at the hotel. This is a fascinating tour.

We will meet in the pool parking lot at 8AM and carpool to West Baden for a 10AM tour. Lunch at Bradford’s in the Atrium and on to a 1 hour tour of the museum. We will arrive back in Louisville about 4:30PM. The drive is about 1 hour and 45 minutes. Cost of the tour w/o lunch is about $17. There is a good deal of walking during the hotel tour, but there are places to sit down and it is all on one floor. We will not have time to visit the casino and French Lick Hotel.

Please call Mike and Glenda Ryan if you have any questions and to make a reservation prior to July 14th. 244-7753

PickleballPlayers meet in the gym for two hours of exercise and camaraderie.

When: Mondays & WednesdaysDates: July 1,6,8,13,15,27 & 29 Time: 10AM -12PM

Contact Larry and Lynette Eul at [email protected] or 552-5173 and let us know if you would like to participate. New players welcome!

WELCOMING GROUPAdvertise Your Business

The OC Association is looking to replenish supplies for the Welcome Bags distributed to new residents of Owl Creek. If you have promotional items (such as pens, discount coupons, etc.) that advertise your business, we’d be happy to include them. Just drop them off at the Lodge and let us know they are for the Welcome Bags.

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Yard of the Month (YOM)By Kristen Pawlak, [email protected]

Wow - “OC”ers have really stepped up their yard game, so I have decided to award two YOMs each month! So for this Independence month, our two YOM recipients are Gary & Darlene Kinney of 702 Sentry and John & Deborah Hall of 10746 Hobbs Station Road!

First, the Kinneys have lived in the neighborhood for 25 years. Darlene says credit is due to Gary for starting their well-maintained, manicured lawn and she has taken it over in recent years. Darlene is meticulous with her maintenance, keeps the bushes trimmed, has a very nice display of color, and always has something pretty on the front door.

John and Deborah have lived in OC for nine years and love it. John keeps the grass trimmed while an outside company routinely fertilizes it. Deb does all the rest, and loves flowers that come back each year. She especially loves to bring special plants and fertilizer from her parent’s farm in Indiana. This includes a very unique strain of iris. With busy young children she says working on her lawn and flowers is her therapy!

Congratulations to Gary & Darlene and John & Deborah, beautiful yards!

Preferred Vendor ListNOW on the Owl Creek Web-Site

We are constantly updating our list of contractors recommended by Owl Creek neighbors. You may now log into the “Resident” section of the Owl Creek web-site to look for vendors. If you want to refer a contractor, please send contact information and your testimony to Kim at the Lodge. This month we are looking for referrals for the following services:

· Wood Replacement· Tree Removal· Lawn Care· Cleaning Service

Are you receiving Owl Creek Security Alerts & Community News?If not, please send your email address to Kim at the Lodge and you will be added to the distribution list. Also, let us know if you have changed your email address or wish to unsubscribe from our database.

KINNEY

HALLJust wanted to send another shout-out regarding the online Owl Creek Newsletter!

We have always loved and enjoyed the paper copy of the newsletter placed in our paper box at the beginning of each month. However, since the newsletter began appearing online, it is now our choice of viewing. We download it to a file on our computers for easy viewing at any time (no more hunting the house for the paper copy)! It is truly wonderful to see the color pictures of Owl Creek events; great financial chart information; home of the month; great clipart; and even the ads. Maybe sometime in the future, all Owl Creek households will get their newsletter online resulting in lower printing costs and also saving a tree! (Marlene & Bob Miller, Lodge Hill Road)

Did you know?If you have small dogs that bark continuously when outside, please be considerate of your neighbors who are trying to enjoy peace & quiet in their backyards.

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SUMMER TENNIS PROGRAMS for Adults & ChildrenAT OWL CREEK TENNIS COURTS

Chris Mather (owner of the Tennis Club at Springhurst) and Mark Tiu (teaching pro 9 years) will be directing the programs listed below. Please see the class schedule below and sign up (if required) as soon as possible if you are interested in participating.

Register: louisvillesportsacademy.com; or contact Chris Mather at 502-439-8312 (call or text) or [email protected]. Additional clinics and private lessons also available by contacting Chris directly.

Junior Programs – Registration RequiredSession #1 (5 wks) 6/9 - 7/9 - $99 per playerSession #2 (5 wks) 7/14 - 8/13* - $99 per player

Tuesdays & Thursdays: 2pm-3pm ages 4-6yrs3pm-4pm ages 7+ yrs

*NOTE: Session 1 is underway; contact Chris Mather about prorating if your child wants to join mid-session. Also, the last week of classes will be held on Monday & Tuesday as JCPS starts on 8/13/15.

ADULT TENNISSession #1 (5 wks) 6/9 - 7/9 Session #2 (5 wks) 7/14 - 8/13

Thursdays Adult Beginner Clinic: Register in Advance - 6-7:30pm ($60/session)

Session #1 (5 wks) 6/9 - 7/9 Session #2 (5 wks) 7/14 - 8/13

Tuesday Night Men’s Fast Feed: Drop-in; No registration required - 7-8:30pm ($15/person)

Thursdays - Adult Fast Feed, 3.0/3.5 Level: Drop-in; No registration required - 7:30-9pm ($15/person)

Friday ADULT Happy Hour Tennis Clinic, Absolutely ALL levels: Drop-in; registration not required - 6-7pm ($10/person) July 10th and August 21st

Bring a racquet and a cooler of your favorite beverage. We will have music and fun, fast paced drills appropriate for any level of player.

Swim Lessons Available

The Owl Creek swim team coaches are offering lessons throughout the summer to swim team competitors and non-competitors! Please contact them directly to schedule lessons.

Did you cancel your home phone number?If you have recently cancelled your home phone number, please let us know your mobile number so we can update our records. Thank you!

Head Coach Jordan [email protected](502) 457-3767

Head Coach [email protected]

(502) 619-0024

Asst Coach Kendall (502) 759-3710

[email protected]

SUMMER BAKETBALL CAMP DATES Open to ages 5-14. All skill levels invited! Players grouped based on age and skill.

7/20 - 7/24 or 8/3 - 8/7 2-4pm; Cost is $99 per week or $25 per day

SUMMER VOLLEYBALL CAMP DATES Open to ages 5-14. All skill levels invited! Players grouped based on age and skill.

7/27 - 7/31 2-4pm; Cost is $99 per week or $25 per day

Pool Guest Fees: If I bring a guest to the pool, can I charge the $3 to my lot number?

Answer: Yes, you can charge guest fees to your lot. You would sign them in as a guest next to your name in the sign-in book and for the payment option, let the guards know you are charging your lot. They will complete a guest fee slip for internal accounting purposes.

Pool Guests Limit: What is the maximum number of people I can bring to the pool as guests in one visit?

Answer: Each lot owner may bring up to 10 non-resident guests to the pool with them. The guest is fee is $3 per guest; however, punch cards are available from the lifeguards for $12 for 5 guests. NOTE: Immediate family members (parents, grandparents, children & grandchildren) may come to the pool with a resident at no charge. The 10 guest limit includes immediate family members.

Basketball Camp for Kids: Who is coaching/putting on the basketball camp?

Answer: According to Chris Mather (Owner of Louisville Sports Academy), the OC Youth Basketball Programs will be directed by Coach James Schooler. Coach Schooler is the Head Coach at Fern Creek High School and the Director of the Go Hard in the Paint AAU Program. Register at www.louisvillesportsacademy.com; Questions? Call, text, or email Chris Mather 502-439-8312 or [email protected]

Web-Site Log-On: I would like to check some of the preferred vendors, but forgot our logon to the website. Can you please let me know again?

Answer: Your user ID is your lot number plus the first 3 letters of your last name (capitalize the first letter) & your password is your complete street address spelled out including spaces. If you have any trouble, contact the Lodge.

Questions & Answers:

Swim Fun!

Tennis Fun!

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AT THEPOOL!

OWL CREEK POOL SAFETY AND OPERATIONS ~ ~ ~Parents (or designated responsible person) must be in close proximity to children under 12. If they use personal flotation devices and/or cannot swim, this means being in the water by them or close to the edge of the pool. The more crowded the pool, the more important this becomes. If a life guard determines that a child is struggling or is potentially at risk, they will let you know more attention is needed or require the child to get out of the water.

We allow flotation type mats and toys when the pool is not crowded. On busy days, the guards will decide when it is time to stop using these devices.

Water basketball has proven to be a fun event. On weekends we move the backboard to the side of the pool where it is less crowded. On busy days, the guards will decide when it is time to curtail the game so that other swimmers’ fun and safety are ensured.

Food must remain at least 6 feet away from the pool edge. Drinks are allowed up to the pool edge but not in the pool (for example a person sitting on the edge of the pool with their feet in the water can have a drink in hand but a person in the pool cannot have a drink in hand).

Trash & Cleanup: Please be respectful of guests who will use our tables & chairs after you leave, and place your trash in the containers. If you have spilled, the guards have towels & cleaning spray at the entrance to the pool. A quick wipe-up will ensure your neighbors have a clean place to sit.

Walk don’t run: We are all about safety and hope you will keep that top of mind by always walking within the pool area. This will help prevent slips, falls and bumping into to others.

Diving Board Rules: To use the diving board and swim in the deep end, swimmers must be able to swim across the width of the pool unassisted.

Forward and backward flips, dives and jumps are allowed off the Owl Creek pool diving board. However, at all times the momentum of the dive must be away from the board. No reverse movements, back toward the diving board, are allowed at any time.

Only one (1) person is allowed on the diving board at a time.

Look before diving or jumping to make sure no one is in the diving area.

Only one (1) bounce is allowed on the diving board

Swim immediately to the closest ladder or wall

Flotation devices such as “water wings” and other Personal Flotation Devices are not allowed to be used when jumping off the diving board. The only exception is the use of a fully enclosed Personal Flotation Device under the strict supervision of a NEARBY PARENT, to assist with the confidence of children that are learning to swim. If possible, the above mentioned exception should be United States Coast Guard approved.

Dive only when supervised by a lifeguard, swimming instructor, or coach.

POOL HOURS

June 1 - July 19: Mon - Thurs 11am - 9pm; Fri & Sat 11am - 10pm; Sun 12 - 9pm

NEW THIS YEAR: Beginning, July 20 through August 16 (after swim team season), the pool will open at 10am on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

POOL NEWS & RULESSNACK BAR NEWS

Pizza & Pretzels Poolside

The Owl Creek snack bar features many old favorites including mini pizzas, soft pretzels, Italian ices and just-baked cookies. We have new menu items including iced coffee, mini donuts and additional ice cream products. The Snack Bar servers promise to keep the goodies coming all summer long.

The Snack Bar Hours are:Monday - Saturday 12 - 6pmMonday - Saturday 6 - 8pm (see the Sports Attendant in the Gym)Sunday 12:30 - 6pm

As always, cash is accepted, or food can be charged to your Lot # with your signature. Children under age 6 will not be allowed to charge without adult approval.

Please note that if you charge your lot, statements will be sent out the first week of the month and you have until the last day of the month to pay. The late charge is $25/month. Quarterly statements are sent if charges are under $10 (to save postage & administrative expenses).

SIGN-IN & GUEST FEES

Yes! Everyone must sign-in at the pool gate and show their ID. Acceptable ID’s include driver’s license with OC address or an OC ID card.

Children under 12 must be with responsible adult/babysitter.

Sitter passes (free) & out-of-town visitor passes ($5/week) are available from Kim or Barb at the Lodge. Immediate family members (parents, grandparents, children & grandchildren) are not charged a guest fee when accompanied by a resident. All other relatives must pay $3 guest fee at sign-in table; Punch cards also available for $12 at the gate (good for 5 guests, no exp date).

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Did you know?Parking Reminder: If you have to park on the street or have guests visiting, please be mindful of your neighbors and park in front of your own house.

NOTE: Fireworks are not allowed to be used on Owl Creek common grounds such as the track, Lodge or gym parking lots.

Fireworks during the Fourth of July are as American as apple-pie, but did you know that more fires are reported on that day than on any other day of the year in the United States? Nearly half of these fires are caused by fireworks. The good news is you can enjoy your holiday and the fireworks, with just a few simple safety tips:

Welcome New Residents

Jeff Byrn10710 Hobbs Station RdMoved from Louisville area

Frank & Jennifer Defer10815 Golden Maple PlaceMoved from Beavercreek, OH

Scott Harrington1514 Sable Wing CircleMoved from Simpsonville, KY

Doug & Angela Hepner10507 Hobbs Station Rd.Moved from Louisville area

David & Karen Puffer10712 Eagle Ridge PlaceMoved from Tucson, AZ

Jason & Jennifer Woods11501 Hobbs Station Rd.Moved from Louisville area

If you are new to the neighborhood, please register at the Lodge and schedule a New Resident Orientation.

PROCEED WITH CAUTION!Leave fireworks to the professionals.

Do not use consumer fireworks.

The safest way to enjoy fireworks is to attend apublic display conducted by trained professionals.

After the firework display, children should never pick up fireworks that may be left over, they may still be active.

Consumer fireworks include sparklers and firecrackers. The tip of a sparkler burns at a temperature of more than 1,200 degrees Fahrenheit, which is hot enough to cause third-degree burns.

FIREWORKS SAFETY REMINDERS

FACTSEach July Fourth, thousands of people, mostoften children and teens, are injured while using consumer fireworks.

The risk of fireworks injury is more than twice as high for children ages 10–14 as for the general population.

www.nfpa.org/education

Did you know?The speed limit in Owl Creek is 25mph and drivers must come to a complete stop at stop signs. The police do issue tickets for violations.

Pickleball Fun!

Playground Fun!

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Classified:

Residents: Don’t forget the section in your directory for babysitters, pet care, lawn care, etc.

Swim Team Apparel: The Swim Team has a few extra pink & gray zip-front hoodies $22, and men’s moisture-wicking performance golf polos $25, in various colors/sizes. If interested, email [email protected].

Kentucky Derby Glasses $150. Collectible Derby Glasses. One of each glass 1974-2015. 43 total. Great set for display. 254-3634

MOVING SALE: 10627 Gleneagle Place, Sat., July 4th, 7am-1pm. Ping pong table, household items, toddler toys, children’s DVDs & books, treadmill, exercise tower and DVDs, small furniture, home decorative items & more.

Moving/Fitness Equipment For Sale: Please email [email protected] or call/text 502-356-2038 for more info on the list below.Gym Grade TREADMILL - $1500 (or reasonable offer, orig purchase price in 12/2011 was $2899). TRUE PS300 from Scheller’s. “Best Buy” by Treadmill Doctor for several years running; treadmill for users of all fitness levels. Simple to monitor progress on LCD screen. Quick keys, data feedback and challenging programs provide all the tools needed to reach fitness or weight loss goals. And an orthopedic belt the reduction of impact on the joints and knees. TUFFSTUFF Chin-Dip / Ab-Back / Push-Up Stand - $200 (or reasonable offer, origpurchase price in 12/2011 was $700) Space efficient with multiple exercise options such as chin-ups, dips, knee raises, ab crunches & push-ups. Dual function support pad designed for VKR back support as well as ab crunch board.Narrow and wide grip chin-up bar.

FIT4MOM STROLLER STRIDES: Stroller Strides classes provide fitness, friendship & fun for you AND baby! Enroll for our FREE Grand Opening event by contacting Jessica Yared at 414-FIT4; [email protected] - www.owlcreek.fit4mom.com; All classes will be held at UL’s Shelbyhurst Campus.

Need alterations of any type? OC, Garden Creek Circle resident. Need slacks hemmed (men or women), zipper fixed, mending, etc., please email or call me. Specialty is BRIDAL ALTERATIONS. Wedding or bridesmaid dresses, mother of the bride or groom alterations. I also make wedding veils. Lots of references. Contact Cecilia Wheeler at [email protected], or 775-9213.

PLAINVIEW HOME FOR SALE: 3,900 sq. ft. house w/in-ground pool, 4 bedrooms, finished basement, 3 fireplaces. Many extras! Contact: Mary 245-9908.

Lawn Care: OC resident mowing neighbor’s lawns. Call Mark for a free estimate! 939-5969

Babysitter Available: Sarah Howard, 13 yrs old, Red Cross certified babysitter & OC resident who would greatly appreciate the opportunity to watch your kids. Please call 727-0356.

Spanish tutoring for all HS levels by a native Spanish HS teacher and OC resident. All levels, from Spanish I to Spanish AP and Spanish AP Literature courses. My house or yours. Contact Ernesto Laspiur at 618-0703.

LOOKING FOR HOME CARE FOR YOUR LOVED ONE? Our company, ComForcare Louisville East, would love to be of assistance. Quality non-medical home care that allows your loved one to stay in their home from early onset to end of life. We can assist with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, light housekeeping, cooking, transportation, medication reminders & transfers. Ask about our comprehensive Dementia Care Program and Training. Please call OC residents, Julie or Chris Prentice at 254-0850 or check out our website http://louisvilleeast.comforcare.com.

Looking for a Tutor? OC resident and certified teacher with 23 yrs classroom teaching experience available to tutor in my home or yours, all subjects grades K-6 as well as Spanish all levels. Call Diane 618-0703.

BABYSITTER AND PET SITTING DILEMMA: OC Resident Beti Barrentine would love to watch your children and dogs. 16 yrs. old, very trustworthy, CPR certified, Red Cross Babysitter/First Aid course completed. Call me at 381-7938 or 381-7939!

SAFETY TIPSChief Jeffrey J. Riddle

GOOD NEWS!!!The Middletown Fire District was recently reevaluated by ISO (Insurance Services Office). ISO evaluates in 3 areas: Receiving & Handling of Fire Alarms (MetroSafe Dispatch), The Fire Dept (equipment, personnel, distribution of resources, training, etc...) & Water Supply (Louisville Water Company). The Fire District only has control over “The Fire Dept” section. After evaluation & scoring, they issue a rating of 1-10, 1 being the best. Middletown previously held a Class 3 rating. I’m pleased to report that starting Sept 1, 2015, we will be rated as a Class 1 Fire Dept. ISO evaluates over 47,000 fire departments nationwide and only 105 are rated Class 1. I am very proud!!

The good news is how this may affect your home owners insurance. On or after Sept 1, 2015, you should contact your insurance carrier and let them know that your Fire Protection Classification has improved to a Class 1. Depending on your insurance carrier you may be eligible for some additional discounts.

I would like to thank both the career and volunteer members of the Middletown Fire Protection District for their hard work, dedication and professionalism, without them this rating would not have been achieved.

Safety Tips for Summer Heat!Heat ExhaustionThe following information was gathered to help you deal with extreme heat. For more info I have provided two additional websites.

Heat exhaustion is a milder form of heat-related illness that can develop after several days of exposure to high temperatures and inadequate or unbalanced replacement of fluids. Those most prone to heat exhaustion are elderly people, people with high blood pressure, and people working or exercising in a hot environment.

Warning Signs of Heat Exhaustion include: Heavy sweating, paleness, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting or fainting

The skin may be cool and moist. The victim’s pulse rate will be fast and weak, and breathing will be fast and shallow. If heat exhaustion is untreated, it may progress to heat stroke, which is a medical emergency. Seek medical

attention and call 911 immediately if: symptoms are severe, or the victim has heart problems or high blood pressure.

Otherwise, help the victim to cool off, and seek medical attention if symptoms worsen or last longer than one hour.

Heat exhaustion treatmentCooling measures that may be effective include: cool, non-alcoholic beverages, as directed by your physician. Other treatments include: rest, cool shower, bath, or sponge bath, an air-conditioned environment and lightweight clothing.

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Partners, Ann Gregory and Laurie Scarborough

We invite you to stop in and see how we’ve helped some of yourOwl Creekneighbors.

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Important Phone NumbersAnimal Control - 363-6609

Before You Dig (BUD) - 800-752-6007

Council Rep, Marilyn Parker - 574-1118

Fire Dept. (Middletown) - 245-7555

LG&E - 589-3500- To report street lights out

Metro Call - 311 - one-stop “magic number”, calls

answered 24/7 or visit www.loukymetro.org

MSD - 540-6000 - To report clogged drainage

pipes and storm sewers.

Poison Control - 589-8222

Police - 574-2111 - (option 5 for dispatch)

• Anonymous Police Tip Line, 574-5673

• Report Crime - Contact Police Reporting Unit,

574-4661 (to file report only)

Police House Watch: 574-2258Post Office (Middletown): 245-1120

Waste Management - 966-0117

Water Company - 583-6610

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President, Sean RyanVice President, Larry EulTreasurer, Laurie AtwellSecretary, Jay WatsonArchitectural Chair, Josh RichardsonCommunications Chair, David HasselwanderLandscape Chair, Jim JulianSecurity Chair, Sharon RaqueSports/Activities Chair, Chris CoburnManager, Kim BriceAsst. Manager, Barb ChapmanCommunity Coordinator, Mary Nieto

Board Meetings are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month 7pm at the Lodge.

“Homeowner Association Boards are responsible for promoting community harmony by effective planning, communication & compassion.”

Visit us on the web at www.owlcreekcommunity.com

• $45 business card size(3.5” wide x 2” tall)

• $65 quarter page size(4.25” wide x 5.5” tall)

$90 half page size(8.5” wide x 5.5” tall)

$160 full page size(8.5” wide x 11” tall)

$135 insert(provided by advertiser)Our newsletter is 8.5” x 11”.

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July 2015

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4

Lodge Hours Tues-Fri 9am-6pm

Sat 9am-1pm

Ph: 502-244-2550 Fax: 502-245-5614

Gym Hours Mon-Fri 4-8pm

Sat 10-8pm Sun 1-6pm

Ph: 502-245-5674

Pool Hours*** Mon-Thurs 11-9pm Fri & Sat 11-10pm

Sun 12-9pm

Ph: 502-253-9121

Pickleball 10-12pm

Gym Rental 6-8pm

Lodge Rental 5-10pm

Tennis - Adult Fast

Feed 7:30-9pm

Lodge Rental 10:30-2pm

JULY 4TH CELEBRATION

1-3pm

5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Pickleball

10-12pm

AWAY SWIM MEET

Board Meeting-7pm

Tennis Men’s Fast Feed 7-8:30pm

Pickleball 10-12pm

AWAY SWIM MEET

Tennis Adult Beg 6-7:30pm

Tennis - Adult Fast

Feed 7:30-9pm

Lodge Rental 5:30-11pm

Tennis Adult Happy

Hour 6-7pm

Lodge Rental 12:30-4pm

Play Group

10am Playground

12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Lodge Rental 9:30am-3pm

Pickleball 10-12pm

AWAY SWIM MEET

Tennis Men’s

Fast Feed 7-8:30pm

Pickleball 10-12pm

Tennis Adult Beg 6-7:30pm

Tennis - Adult Fast

Feed 7:30-9pm

SWIM TEAM BANQUET 6pm

19 20 21 22 23 24 25

Basketball Camp 2-4pm Gym

Lodge Rental 5-7pm

Basketball Camp

2-4pm Gym

Tennis Men’s Fast Feed 7-8:30pm

Basketball Camp 2-4pm Gym

Business Networking

7pm

Basketball Camp 2-4pm Gym

Book Club - 7pm

Tennis Adult Beg

6-7:30pm Tennis - Adult Fast Feed 7:30-9pm

Basketball Camp 2-4pm Gym

SPLASH JAM

7PM

Lodge Rental 10:30-4:30pm

BLOOD DRIVE 8:30AM-1PM

MUSIC ON THE LAWN 8-10pm

26 27 28 29 30 31 Pickleball

10-12pm

Volleyball Camp 2-4pm Gym

Volleyball Camp 2-4pm Gym

Tennis Men’s

Fast Feed 7-8:30pm

Pickleball 10-12pm

Volleyball Camp

2-4pm Gym

Volleyball Camp 2-4pm Gym

Men’s Cards – 7pm

Tennis Adult Beg

6-7:30pm

Tennis - Adult Fast Feed 7:30-9pm

Volleyball Camp 2-4pm Gym

Kids Tennis Tues. & Thurs.

2-3pm ages 4-6 3-4pm ages 7+

Session 2 (5 weeks) July 14 - Aug 13

*** Beginning Monday, July 20th, the pool will open at 10am on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays.