October And November 2009 Dutchland Woods At Home

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October and November 2009

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The List of Service Providers Update We have very few providers yet. I’m running this again to ask for your help so that I can put a directory together for the community. Do you have a skill that you would like to offer your neighbors? Do you have a favorite service provider such as a handyman, plumber, electrician, attorney, tax accountant, painter, landscaper, interior designer, blue max waterline repair, Realtor, piano teacher, Tai Kwon Do Instructor, hair designer, seamstress, knitting instructor, mechanic, family doctor, OBGYN, personal trainer, carpenter, musician and DJ, loan officer, insurance agent, veterinarian… etc?

Providers that I’ve seen consistently do a great job. These providers are the ones I turn to for personal or business use and would be happy to recommend.

A neighbor of mine called and suggested that we create a business directory or a business referral list for everyone here in Dutchland Woods. We would like to focus first on anyone who lives here and provides a service. We would like to know who you would recommend? Who is on your list? Word of mouth recommendations are the best referrals for service providers. The best compliment any service provider could get is a referral I have a list that is on my web-site from a “raving fan”! called Brenda’s Business List of Service Providers. These are

you would like to recommend. Many new neighbors don’t have service providers yet and could really benefit from your experience,

When we add a service provider to our list, we will send a note or email to let the provider know of the referral to the DW community. The list will be published in this same form and available on my web-site www.BrendaSwigert.com Click on the link Area Service Providers Email your list to: [email protected]

Please think about who you

Time Is Running Out For Tax Credit! Deadline Nov. 30th

7058 Vailsgate Ct Liberty Twp $309,999 SOLD!

If you haven’t owned a home in the past three years or are a first time homebuyer you could be eligible for up to $8,000 in tax credits. The bad news… it all ends November 30th at midnight. If the buyer doesn’t close by November 30, 2009 midnight, the tax credit will not be available. While there are a lot of people talking about the possibility of an extension, I have no reason to believe that the government will actually extend this. If you are a first time home buyer or you know someone who has been thinking about taking advantage of this, time is rapidly running out. Please call me for more details on this program.. but don’t wait. The clock is ticking! Your Neighborhood Realtor, Brenda Swigert Re/Max Unlimited 378-1461

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Scott Lyle, Mortgage Loan Originator

Contact Information 513-509-1736 Email [email protected] 30 Fountain Square “This is a fabulous time to refinance your home. We have loans to help you reduce your monthly payments! Call me today… I have worked with Brenda Swigert for years”!

Call Tracy @777 -1147

*Room special is for one coat (second coat $25), 14’x14’ room max, 9’ ceiling height max, and does not include ceiling, trim, or cost of paint.

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Moms' Morning Out-Now Registering! Hopewell First Church of God 777-0190 or email [email protected]

6 months – 24 months 1 day a week: $45/month Wednesday: 9:30am–12:00pm 2-5 Year Olds 2 days a week: $90/month Mon & Wed: 9:30am–12:00pm

1 day a week: $45/month Mon or Wed: 9:30am–12:00pm

Beginning Oct 2009 -Lunch Bunch $5/day Children bring lunch and eat with friends. Optional for all children Mon & Wed: 12:00pm-1:00pm “Totally Optional Tuesday” Advance Reservations Required Open to all members and Non members of MMO 2-5 yr olds Tuesday: 9:30- 12:00pm $ 25.00 / per day

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Meet Your Neighbors Meet the Flemmings of Silver Skate Drive Dave, sales Stephanie, music instruction Dani, 18, senior Lexi, 12, seventh-grade How long have you lived in Dutchland Woods? 11 years What do you like best about it? The neighbors What was your most memorable house project? deck expansion What is something your neighbors might not know about you? My wife teaches piano. What are your favorite family activities? hanging with the kids Do you have a special tradition? Buckeye football What is your favorite area/hangout/dinner/dessert spot? Putters and The Cone

More Neighbors and Service Providers… Jamie Cook Private Tutoring for grades 1-8, most all subjects. I have taught elementary school (grades 2-6) for 15 years in both the public and private sectors and am currently staying home with my son as a “domestic engineer”. Anyone interested may call me at 7771877. I am also potentially available for part-time weekday babysitting for parents who may work only a day or two per week or who have a-typical schedules that make it difficult to use a daycare center. I currently babysit one day per week for another neighborhood family. I am a committed Christian in a non-smoking, alcohol free home.

If you know of a service provider that you would like to recommend please email me and I’ll add you to our list and will try to feature you as seen here! [email protected]

F i r s t M o n d ay O f E v e r y M o n t h i s Pa p a J o h n ’ s P i z z a N i g h t

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Social and Rec Proudly Presents “Papa John’s Pizza Night”! The First Monday of Every Month Swing by the White House between 4:30 and 7:00 pm Pick Up Your Choice of: Medium Pepperoni or Extra Cheese Pizzas Or Breadsticks! Any of these items are $6.00 each! All proceeds benefits the Social and Recreation Committee’s Activities!

DID YOU KNOW?….. These fundraisers pay for the social and rec committee activities for the community! I challenge every resident to leave $1.00 extra with their pizza next month! We can all come together and make a huge difference! Brenda Swigert

For More information Please contact Jodi Strutz at 254-0301

Social and Recreation…. What’s Going on in Dutchland Woods! Monster Mini Golf, Monday October 26, from 5-8:30 pm. This is a private event provided for Dutchland Woods courtesy of Tony, the owner. Anyone dressed in costume can be entered for a chance to win $1,000.00 (This promotion ends October 29) The cost per golfer will be $4.00 per person (regardless of age, no children's rate). This Monster Golf is located next to FitWorks next to Walmart on Cincinnati Dayton Rd near I-75

There will be a Pre-Holiday Bazaar scheduled on the Sunday, November 1 from 12-5 pm. It will be for all home based businesses in the area (Mary Kay, Candle Light, Tastefully Simple, Avon...etc) More info to come from social and rec soon. In December the social and rec are planning a Parent’s Shopping Night. Leave the kids at the White House so you can get some shopping done for the holidays. More info soon. Dan Remley with the DW Community Garden and Ohio State University Extension Office will be garden preparing plots for next spring and would like to know if there are any other residents who would like to participate and “rent” a plot. For more info call Dan at 513-887-3722 The Social and Recreation Committee is made up of Jodi, 254-0301 and Sharon 759-4160 and Shaun email: [email protected]

Thank you to these generous neighbors for all they are doing and to Jodi for her participation as trustee!

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Bible Study Here In Dutchland Woods Come Join Your WomenNeighbors for Fellowship and Great Devotional Time. For more information please contact: Kim Rogers at: [email protected]

Pray For Our Troops and Our Country! Pray For Your Neighbors too! Reach Out Lakota is a food pantry that serves the Lakota district. Many families are in great need during this tough economic time. Please consider buying some extra canned goods and contributing to this food pantry. You can drop items off at area schools and churches. For more info 779-7515 Thanks!

Dutchland Woods Ponds and Green Space

Looks like there is room for a few more people to enjoy our own lake, the picnic tables, fishing, or occupying one of the many benches with a good book.

From Jack Lewis, Insurance Agent 10 Most Stolen Cars based on info. reported by National Crime Information Center:

1. 1995 Honda Civic 2. 1991 Honda Accord 3. 1989 Toyota Camry 4. 1997 Ford F-150 5. 1994 Chevrolet C/K 1500 6. 1994 Acura Integra 7. 2004 Dodge Ram Pickup 8. 1994 Nissan Sentra 9. 1988 Toyota Pickup 10, 2007 Toyota Corolla

Kids playing near the lake, and geese looking on. In a few months, winter will be here, and the opportunity for such activities will be over.

Call Jack Today for a quote on your car and home! Neighborhood Referrals! “Dave and I save money with Jack”! Brenda

Jack Lewis Insurance 8585 Mason Montgomery Rd Mason, Ohio 45040 Office: 513-229-8928 Fax: 513-842-4361 Cell: 513-505-7654 [email protected] “Advice...not simply insurance” Auto-Home-Life-Health/Medicare-Business/ Benefits

Jack Lewis, Agent

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Dutchland Woods Pig Roast August 29th One of the most successful events in Dutchland Woods this year was pulled off by the DW Social and Recreation Committee, principally Jodi Strutz and Sharon Pierce. Having raised money through cooperation with several pizza restaurants, they only needed another $300 to break even on the gala dinner celebration. The event was advertised by taping flyers on every mail box in the subdivision. Tickets for dinner that included roasted pig, hamburgers, hot dogs, sauces, potato salad, baked beans, cole slaw, soft drinks, tea, sweet tea, and lemonade were only ONE DOLLAR per person. Beautiful weather encouraged MANY people to attend, and many went back for seconds. Tables inside the White House, outside under the new covered patio, and at picnic tables on the lawn were filled, and many ate sitting on blankets or the grass. People said “Hi” to DW residents they hadn’t seen for so long they couldn’t remember their names, but were glad to visit, chat, reminisce and enjoy a great summer picnic. In addition to the food, catered by Vondehaar, the layout providing easy access for diners with all the necessary tableware, cups, napkins, trash receptacles, etc. was well arranged and maintained. It is comforting to know that we have persons willing and able to accomplish a festival of this magnitude so well. However there was a drawback. Several persons, to remain unnamed, ate too much. (Burrp!)

Forest Green Trash Collection Forest Green collects trash in competition with Rumpke, and does it for less. I just signed on last month, received a nice new trash container, receive good service, and am not bashful to recommend checking them out. Trustees should have all the information you need. Rumpke was going to match their offer, but never confirmed it in writing. What’s wrong with competition? This is America.

What Do You Want in Dutchland Woods? The Board is preparing a five year plan. If you have ideas for them to consider, let them know. How about a lighted fountain for our lake, a proper rock lining for the lake, trees, bushes, flowers, park benches, more playground equipment, decorative lighting, social events in the White House, pool and grounds, and . . . what else? Become involved, volunteer for a committee, attend Board meetings, take an active interest, and be a good Wooder. What is anyone else doing that we could emulate? We have a great history, and we are still making history.

Want a Dog, Cat, or other Pet? The Butler County “Animal Friends Humane Society,” located at 1820 Princeton Road, 513-867-5727, officially opened with a well attended open house Saturday, August 22nd, from 11:00 to 5:00 PM. All the animals from the old Trenton shelter were moved to the new shelter by Monday, August 10th. Three and a half times the space and brand new facilities provide a welcome atmosphere for people to drop off animals, look at the animals, or adopt pets. All animals are allowed including aggressive animals, diseased animals, and pets that you wish to have euthanized. Adoption fees are as follows: Puppies $150, Dogs $125, Pure breds $175, Kittens $100, and Cats $80. Euthanization is $50 for dogs, and $30 for cats. The facility is a non-profit 501(c)(3) operation. Donations of money and supplies are welcome, and you may volunteer to work there, or apply for a paid position. When the facility becomes full, as many animals must be put down as arrive each day. Young and old need a pet or pets. Take a look. Save some lives. I believe you can leave a message regarding the kind and type of animal you are looking for. Pets make great gifts too. Graeme George [email protected]

A new addition to our family! We adopted a puppy who was born on July 4th, 2009. Sammy is a lab mix and his big “sister” Dodger, a terrier mix is getting happier about sharing the home with Sammy! Welcome Sammy Swigert to Dutchland Woods!

Sammy Dodger

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"30th" Annual - 2009 DW Golf Outing Results "30th Annual" - (2009) Dutchland Woods Golf Outing Results for next Newsletter: Held: Saturday-9/26/09 at Pleasant Hills Golf Course. (12 Teams / 48 Golfers)....plus: several extras for Steak Dinner & Refreshments at the White House after Golf... 1st Place Team: Score 62 (9 Under Par): Kevin Klein, Chris Phillips, Bob Dander, Greg Salvati. 2nd Place Team: Score 64 (7 Under Par): Buzz McDonald, Todd McDonald, Jim Bender, Frank Robinson. 3rd Place Team: Score 66 (5 Under Par): Chuck Engelhardt, Jim Kindsvatter, Corky Breeden, Cody Breeden. GREAT PUTTING BY CODY BREEDEN !!!!! 4th Place Team: Score 67 (4 Under Par): Sue Keegan, Mike Biehle, Frank Biehle, Rob Haugland. 5th Place Team: Score 68 (3 Under Par): Dave Whetzel, Cindy Whetzel, Rob Rait, Sue Rait. Prize Winners: Long Drive Men: Frank Biehle. Long Drive Women: Sue Keegan. Closest-to-Pin Winners: Men: Jim Bender & Mike Curran. Women: Cheryl Lanham & Sue Rait. Closest on Hole #16 (for all): Deb Kropp. Shortest Drive: Jim Schwertman. Most Lost Golf Balls: Cody Breeden... Skins (2): Whetzel/Rait Team and Kevin Klein Team. Thanks to all from the Golf Committee: Linda & Mike Curran, Chuck Engelhardt & Ted & Colleen Thompson. Next years Golf Committee for the 2010 Golf Outing: A very warm welcome to The Whetzels & Raits who will join the Committee.... A special Thank you to Linda Curran for the many years of extraordinary help & support with the Golf Outing.....we will truly miss you.... See you all next year. Ted Thompson

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DW Board Meetings, By A Resident of Dutchland Woods: Dutchland Woods Board meetings are on my list of things to attend, but they often lose out because of other activities. That seems to be an often-used excuse. The Board meeting Wednesday, August the 19th, was interesting with some frustrations, good information, and revealed many actions and obligations that must be met by the Board so the rest of us who live here can live in peace. For those of you who may wish to attend Board meetings, the day has been changed to the third Tuesday each month, and they will begin at 6:30 PM. Ned Burris, president, asks that anyone who has something to bring up at a meeting to please let him know ahead of time so he can be prepared. He will allot time, normally at the beginning of the meeting, for whatever you want to say. That way you won’t need to stay for the entire meeting. Last Wednesday’s meeting lasted from 6:30 until 9:00 PM, which is about average. Finances are watched carefully, and expenditures are discussed before approval. We are in good shape this year financially. Knowing the costs assessed other residential districts and subdivisions, the $280 per year assessed in Dutchland Woods is low. I don’t know any other subdivision that charges less, even when they have less to offer. The Board is developing a five-year-plan. If you have any ideas, wants, desires, suggestions, or criticisms, contact Ned Burris to let the Board know. Some items like maintenance to the White House and grounds are necessary. Other items like the lighted fountain for the lake are not, but should be on the five-year-plan. If expenses can be controlled, the fountain might be provided next year. Maybe you would like to provide a memorial to someone, such as a park bench by the lake, a picnic table, a tree planted, playground equipment, or the lighted fountain. Ideas and suggestions from residents are welcome and should be encouraged. Board members are paid nothing. Their reward is the satisfaction of doing a necessary job, keeping in touch with the needs of the subdivision, and enjoying criticisms of residents who are often disgusted with something or other. Personally, I think the Board should and can do a better job of communicating with resident. Every communication from a resident should be answered promptly and courteously, and criticisms should be accepted and acknowledged. Am I repeating this? Yes. Maybe it is important. Let’s see if anyone is listening. Submitted by Graeme George, a 12 year resident.

Graeme George [email protected] Would you like to be a trustee? Consider going to the meetings and getting a feel for how the homeowner’s association is run. During my time as a trustee, I learned a great deal about how many misconceptions are out there in the community as to what trustees can or can’t do. People would call me about neighbor squabbles! It was interesting but also very rewarding to help our neighbors. I now have such a passion for our neighborhood and want what’s best for all of us. The trustees need new faces with new ideas. So I say stop complaining if you aren’t interested enough to get involved.!

Do you have an opinion? Please send it to me for print. Do you have an announcement, a birthday, a congratulations? Email me and I’ll add your news in the next edition! It’s a service I provide for each of you!

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is just around the corner… what is your favorite family tradition for the holidays? Do you have a fa-

vorite prayer that you have shared with your family? Please send me some of your favorite moments. Take a picture or two and share them with us! Here’s a poem for you and yours…

Thanksgiving

Five Little Turkeys

The year has turned its circle, The seasons come and go. The harvest is all gathered in And chilly north winds blow. Orchards have shared their treasures, The fields, their yellow grain. So open wide the doorwayThanksgiving comes again

5 little turkeys standing by door, One waddled off, and then there were 4. 4 little turkeys under a tree, One waddled off, and then there were 3. 3 little turkeys with nothing to do, One waddled off, and then there were 2. 2 little turkeys in the noon day sun, One waddled off, and then there was 1. One little turkey better run away, For soon will come Thanksgiving Day.

Dear Friends and Neighbors,

Movie Date: Sat, Dec 12. 9:00 am

Each year between Thanksgiving and Christmas Re/Max Unlimited hosts a movie and pictures with Santa. There is no charge for this event and there is certainly no sales pitch. This is a day to invite those who we wish to thank for helping us grow our business each year. For me it is my neighborhood as you have been so good to me. We meet at Kings Island Showcase Theatre and those who want pictures with Santa line up and get a picture and we email those to you! If you don’t want a picture, just grab one of our wonderful baked goods or popcorn from the concession stand and go on into the theatre for the movie! There’s no catch! I simply want to invite all who would like to come. The movie is always a new release Christmas movie for the family. I do have a limited number of tickets so please call me or email me if you are interested in coming. This year I’m making caramel popcorn for my guests! I hope you’ll join me! Brenda Swigert 378-1461 or [email protected]

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Brenda Swigert Your Neighborhood Realtor® Office: 759-4000 Res: 755-9597 Cell: 378-1461 Website: www.brendaswigert.com See this page in color… www.Dutchlandwoodsathome.com Click on Dutchland Woods Newsletter

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