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Issue No. 33
January 2014
In This Issue
Neighborhood Housing Report
Community Events and Notices
Treasurer's Report
Flu Season is Upon Us!
Local Happenings
Reader Ads
Courtesy of Ann Chumney, Coldwell Banker Agent Ann Chumney, Coldwell Banker and 18-year Bay Hills Resident

As a resident of Bay Hills for 18 years and real estate agent for 25 years, I look forward to getting the prices back up in our neighborhood this year.

To read this month's neighborhood housing report,  click here.  

Welcome! 

 
Happy New Year, Neighbors!

The biggest news this month is the feedback from the community meeting held on Dec. 20, regarding the proposed Rite Aid. There were opponents and advocates at the meeting. You can read the complete minutes here.

This year, we will continue to improve the amenities of our community, including the playground equipment, the pavilion, and landscaping. If you have a suggestion, please bring it to one of our monthly meetings. The next one is Tuesday, January 7, at 7:30 p.m., at O'Loughlin's. We hope to see you there.
 
Thanks,
 
Paul Cain
BHCA President

Riverbay Roadhouse

Community Events and Notices

 

Bay Hills Community Association Meeting  

Tues., Jan. 7, 7:30 p.m.

The Bay Hills Community Association will hold our next meeting Tuesday, January 7, 7:30 p.m., at O'Loughlin's.

   

Join Troop 835
Troop 835 of the Boy Scouts of America invites boys ages 11 to 18 to join Troop 835. We have camping trips nearly every month of the school year. The Troop meetings are on Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. at the Ulmstead Barn. Please call Assistant Scoutmaster David Haglund at 410-757-1134.

   

Welcome New Residents!

If you are new or have a new neighbor, we would like to drop off a welcome bag from the Bay Hills Community Association. Additionally, if you have a business, we would be happy to include one of your business cards in the welcome bag. Please contact Diane Ireland at 410-626-7130.

 

BHCA Resale Packets

If you are selling a home in the community, please contact Bay West Management to obtain a resale packet. The packet contains the community's by-laws, covenants, and community regulations. The packet should be furnished to the buyer prior to the property sale closing. Bay West will confirm if there is any balance due on the homeowner's account before releasing the packet.

 

Sellers are expected to clear their BHCA account prior to closing on a home sale. The title company representing the buyer is required by law to research obligations related to a property. These obligations include homeowner association memberships, outstanding dues, liens, etc. To request a resale packet, contact Michelle Boss or Ralph Hudson at Bay West: 410-897-0207.  


December 2013 Treasurer's Report

Account balances as of November 30, 2013   

 

Summary
Total Assets        $49,457.35
Total Revenues       $198.77
Total Expenditures       $3,631.93

Year-to-Date Revenue       $71,428.93
Year-to-Date Expenditures       $64,595.74

Flu Season is Upon Us!

Helpful Tips From Your Bay Hills Neighbor, Physician Assistant and Registered Nurse Joan Watt

 

By Joan Watt, 10-year Bay Hills Resident

 

It's that time of year again when the seasons are changing, the temperatures are dropping, and flu season is coming our way.  Getting a flu shot is your best defense!  Here is some important information to keep in mind about flu shots.

 

  • The Centers for Disease Control recommend that everyone age 6 months and older get a flu shot.
  • The shot takes about 2 weeks to work and lasts the entire flu season.
  • You should get a flu shot every year, even if you got one last year.  
  • Flu shots do not cause the flu.
  • The flu is spread by droplets. Avoid contact with infected persons, especially those coughing or sneezing.
  • If you suspect the flu, see your health care provider immediately. Symptoms may be treated with antiviral drugs if they are taken within the first 48 hours of the onset of the flu.

Click here to read the complete article. 

 

Local January Happenings
The Broadneck peninsula and surrounding Annapolis area welcome a plethora of events each month. Take advantage of all our area has to offer, or use this information to plan travel wisely. Find more events at visitannapolis.org/explore.
 
Seventh Annual Lift Every Voice Concert and Seminar trumpet_header.jpg
Seminars: Sat., Jan. 11. Doors open 9:30 a.m. Seminars: 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Concert: Sun., Jan. 12, 4 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Francis Scott Key Auditorium, St. John's College, Annapolis
Info: www.stjohnscollege.edu/events, 410-626-2536
About: Some of the finest regional vocalists, including the Queen Sisters, Chozen and the All Children's Chorus, perform inspiring gospel spirituals at the Lift Every Voice concert that honors the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Advance reservations are not required. During the Saturday seminars, St. John's tutors will lead small groups in a discussion of Dr. King's speech, "A Realistic Look at Race Relations." Advance registration is required for the seminars.

The Wedding of Ordos
Fri., Jan. 17, 7 p.m.
Admission: Free, first come basis
Location: Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase Street, Annapolis
Info: 410-647-4482
About: The Wedding of Ordos is a dance drama that originated in Mongolia in the 15th century.  Over the years it has evolved into a cultural phenomenon. The performance includes a re-enactment of traditional ceremonial customs accompanied by folk song and dance.  The Ordos Song and Dance Theater Group was established in 1950. Since that time, it has staged many prize-winning song-and-dance performances in both local and national level art competitions. The ensemble has toured many countries and regions including Mongolia, Singapore, Mauritius, ROK, Japan, and Hong Kong.

Live Arts Maryland Annual Gala
Sat., Jan. 25, 6:30 p.m.
Admission: $125 per person
Location: Loews Annapolis Hotel, 126 West Street, Annapolis
Info: www.LiveArtsMaryland.org, 410-263-1906
About: The Live Arts Maryland Gala beckons attendees with a four-course gourmet dinner, dancing, and silent and live auctions. The evening includes live performances by area musicians and soloists. The dinner will include locally grown and produced products. Proceeds benefit Live Arts Maryland.

18th Annual Polar Bear Plunge
Sat., Jan. 25, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Admission: Free to spectators. Plungers must raise $75 in pledges.
Location: Sandy Point State Park, 1100 East College Parkway, Annapolis
Info: www.plungemd.com,  410-242-1515
About: Experience the coolest event of the year. For just $75 in donations, plunge participants take a chilly dip in the Chesapeake Bay to raise funds for Special Olympics Maryland. Not ready to bare it all? Then join in the festivities--fully clothed--under a huge heated tent that includes vendor booths, live entertainment, zoo animals, food court, carnival amusements, sandcastle building, a "kids' zone" and more. The event typically attracts more than 25,000 plungers and spectators.

AACC Dance Company Auditions (CADE 103) 
Tues., Jan. 28, 3 p.m. to  5 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: 101 College Parkway, Arnold, MD, CADE 103
Info: Dance Company Website, 410-777-7021 
About: No solos required, but auditioners should dress for movement  

Reader Ads 

The BHCA welcomes ads from residents for non-commercial services and items for sale. Submit your ad by the 15th of the month prior to Beacon@BayHillsOnline.com with your name, address, and dates to run. Please keep ads to 30 words or less. Ads may be edited for style and length.