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What's Up?
January 9, 2012 | Issue 12-001
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A key change in our policy now allows non-profit organizations that have a St. James sponsor or a chairperson for a function to place a 100 word article in What's Up? only.
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ARCHIVES
We have added links to newly created archives for two of your favorite documents - Cat-Tales and What's Up? You can find these linkson our website. The links are right below the Announcement box and pictures at St James POA. Check it out! |
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| Greetings! | |
It's snowing! ... somewhere, but not here under this beautiful Carolina sky. From what I've heard the past three winters have been rather unseasonable. Time for some of that warmer, seasonable weather!
Just as a reminder, if you have an interest in serving on a committee, helping with an event or have an idea that can improve the quality of life here at St James, I know the POA office can help put you in touch with the right people.
Wishing you and yours the best in 2012!
All the Best,
Chris Nicholas
Important message:
Please make sure that the POA office has the most current information on file for you (names, addresses, phone numbers, e-mails, etc.). This will be extremely important as we move forward into our new website. Please send any updates to: poa@atmc.net.
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News from The St. James Activities Committee | |
Mardi Gras Party Time is Nearly Here
Get ready to let the good times roll as St. James Activities Committee brings a little bit of New Orleans to St James. Time to sign up now for a very special Mardi Gras party to be held on Tues. February 21 from 6/10 PM at the Community Center. Our sumptuous New Orleans buffet dinner will include a garden salad, jambalaya, red beans and rice, shrimp and grits, fire roasted corn and peppers, cornbread, and bananas foster and coffee and tea. The evening will continue with an evening of music and dancing. (BYOB wine and beer only)
Beginning Tuesday January10th, reservations can be made for individuals or groups up to a table of 8. Drop off your check at 3619 Gleneagle Drive, Members Club area. Please print names for all attending as well as a phone number for a contact person on an envelope with a check enclosed. Also sign the registry form which will be provided. Checks should be made to St. James Activities Committee. Price is $37 per person. For more information call Muriel Lawrence at 253-5449.
LADIES NIGHT OUT
Grab your girlfriends and join the fun at Ladies Night Out, sponsored by the St. James Activities Committee, on Tuesday, January 17, 2012 from 7:00PM - 9:30PM at the St. James Community Center. Zumba and Line Dancing instruction will be given, and DJ Gary Whittle will be playing your favorite tunes.
Wristbands are $10.00 (cash or checks payable to St. James Activities Committee). Wristbands can be purchased individually or tables of 10 people can also be reserved at time of wristband purchase. Please bring payment and names of all 10 people when you reserve a table.
WRISTBAND SALE SITES
January 11 St. James Community Center 2:00PM - 4:00PM
Wristband sales are limited so don't wait to get yours. Munchies, cups and ice cubes will be provided. You may bring your own wine, beer, soft drinks (no hard liquor allowed) and any other snacks you wish. Wear soft soled shoes if possible; duct tape will be provided for other types of shoes. Car pooling is advised. Any questions call: Teresa Parent at 910-253-0842. |
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| News from St. James Service Club | 
January 11 Meeting News
January 11th the Service Club monthly meeting will be held at the St. James Community Center. A Volunteer Fair will highlight all the fundraisers that will occur in 2012. Come turn in your $20 membership dues, enjoy some coffee or tea with your St. James friends, and find a way to share your time and talent. Coffee and Tea will be ready at 9:30 AM and a presentation by the Event Chairs and newly elected officers will start at 10AM.
New Ideas Roundtable
When: Friday, Jan. 27th 3-5 PM
Where: St. James Community Center
Why: To brainstorm new ideas for Fundraisers
RSVP to Carol Szot cszot@ec.rr.com or 910-253-7029
Order forms coming to your newspaper boxes February 21-22!!! For Purple Bows raising funds for American Cancer Society and Patriotic Bows/Flags in support of Operation At Ease.
Upcoming Meetings:
February 8 Service Club General Meeting
Members Club; 9:30 am social; 10:00 meeting
Welcome Tea
We will be hosting a Welcome Tea on Monday, January 9 at 4:00 PM. The tea is for all residents. If you are a recent resident to St. James, or even if you have lived here a while, or if you are a former Service Club member who is currently inactive, we encourage you to join. Our Welcome Teas provide an opportunity to learn more about the Service Club in a very relaxed atmosphere. You will meet some of the Board members, other newcomers and find out about the many St. James Service Club activities planned for 2011/2012. There is no commitment to join the Service Club by attending the Tea or a meeting. Check us out. If you are interested, please call Gloria Loehr, 854-0093, or email her at gjloehr@gmail.com for further information and directions to the tea.
Attraction Books and Tidal Tasting Cookbooks
The 2011-2012 Attractions Books are available from the Service Club (Regina Steeneck). Call 253-9011 or email rasteeneck@gmail.com. The Attraction Books are $25 and available to anyone, not just Service Club members. The books can be used NOW and are good through December 31, 2012.
Regina is also selling the popular St. James' own Tidal Tastings Cookbook for $20, which benefits Communities in Schools. These are continuously available and make great gifts.
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| Relay For LIFE | 
TEAM ST. JAMES - TEAM MEMBER SIGN-UP AND SURVIVOR REGISTRATION DATES!
The 2012 Brunswick County RELAY FOR LIFE CANCER WALK will be held on May 4th, 6:00 PM through May 5th at 11:00 AM at West Brunswick High School located in Shallotte, North Carolina. Relay For Life is a global movement to end cancer. Cancer never sleeps, takes a vacation or discriminates by age, race, religious preference or gender. Participants may walk as little or as much as they like.
All Survivors and interested Team Members are encouraged to register online at CLICK HERE, or if you prefer, you may contact Susan Sturgill at 253-1432 or Annetta Clark at 253-7342 and they can provide paper Registration Forms. If you decide to register online as a Team Member, please be sure to click the "BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA" location site, click "JOIN A TEAM" and type in "Team St. James". If you need assistance registering online as a Team Member or Survivor, please contact Susan at the number above. Registration is free for all Survivors. To be a team member for TEAM ST. JAMES, there is a $10.00 registration fee.
REGISTRATION DATES:
- Sign-Up, Thursday, January 26, 2012, at the Players Club from 2:30 to 4:30 PM
- Sign-Up, Thursday, February 16, 2012, at the Founders Club from 2:30 to 4:30 PM
- Sign-Up, Wednesday, March 15, 2012, at the Members Club from 2:30 to 4:30 PM
This past year we have seen many residents in St. James diagnosed with cancer and sadly, we have lost many friends to cancer, so please join TEAM ST. JAMES and fight back against this terrible disease. All residents in St. James are invited to be a part of this community effort. So please mark your calendars and come to one of the sign-up dates above.
WORKING TOGETHER, A CURE WILL BE FOUND!!!
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Golf and Tennis News | |
Start signing up for all the golf events!
Frostbite 'Open' Tournament - January 13-15th
The St. James Tennis Association kicks off the New Year with its annual Frostbite Open Tournament. This year's tournament is scheduled for January 13-15th at the St. James Founders tennis complex, and the tournament is open to the public. Tournament divisions will include:
- Men's and Women's 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, and Open Singles
- Men's and Women's 6.0, 7.0, 8.0, and Open Doubles
- Mixed 6.0, 7.0, 8.0, and Open Mixed Doubles
Players may enter a maximum of two divisions. Tournament format will be 2 out of 3 sets, with a 10-point tiebreaker in lieu of a third set. Light refreshments will be provided throughout the tournament, and awards will be presented to the winners and runners-up in each division.
Entry fees are $30 per person for Singles and $25 per person for Doubles. **St. James Tennis Association members will receive a $10 discount per event. Please make checks payable to: SJTA.
Entry deadline is Friday, January 6th. Contact the St. James Tennis Shop at 910-253-3008 ext. 6 for more information, or to pick up an entry form.
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Odds & Ends
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Zumba Fitness at the Town of St. James Community Center
Classes at the Community Center are Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 8am and Tuesday evening at 5:30pm. Class fees are $7 to walk-in or a 10 class package for $50. Wear comfortable clothing, sneakers, bring water and start to enjoy "exercise in disguise". If you have any question please contact Pattie Powderly-Accordino at patpowderly@yahoo.com or 253-9874.
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| Save The Date! | |
St. James Small Business Association
The St. James Small Business Association monthly meeting is Wednesday, January 4th at the St. James Community Center from 4:30 - 6:00 pm. This month we will be discussing new ideas for the SBA as well as ongoing projects such as the St. James Resident Directory Yellow Pages.
Our member speaker is Pattie Accordino owner of Coastal Enclosures LLC. Her company sells and installs Sunrooms, and offers Porch Enclosures and Home Additions. Pattie will be speaking on the importance of customer service when working in the community in which you live and how it relates to referrals and growing your business.
We invite all St. James property and home owners owning a small business to join us. For further information, please contact Kathy Nicholas at 457-9721 or email knicholas@SouthportTravel.com.
Fun For All - Save The Dates
VALENTINES DAY - Tuesday, February14, 2012
Dinner-Dance Party! Everyone Invited!
Where: St James Community Center - Catered Buffett complete dinner
3 entrees- Prime Rib carved to your liking, roasted chicken, penne pasta
Linen,china,silverware
MUSIC- 15 piece BIG band plus vocalist! Dance Floor
FUN EXTRA! Professional Tango Dance team -Demo & Short lesson
Beverage- BYOB! (Beer/wine only) Soda, Ice tea, ice, lemonade provided
DRESS- Casual/dressy
COST- $36pp complete! Checks payable to Comm of Three
Basket on porch- 4519 Fieldstone Circle - Player's Club
Reservations/details: Call Dean/Gail Savell 457-0 711. No emails please. |
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Chris Nicholas
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