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Past Issues March 2003 February 2003 January 2003 December 2002 November 2002 October 2002 September 2002 August 2002 July 2002 June 2002 May 2002 April 2002		Spring Ridge Review Newsletter May 2003 Board of Directors Corner Next Board Meeting will be held Tuesday, May 20, 2003 • The Spring Ridge Landscape committee is ready to begin meeting, thanks to those who have volunteered to serve on this new committee. • Pool season is almost here, the pool passes issued last year are still valid, in fact these are your "lifetime" pool passes. New residents will be contacted to have their pass made. • Residents are reminded that the tennis courts are for tennis, not bike riding, skate boarding etc. • Finally, the bill for snow clearing this past winter was over $70,00 truly, a year to remember. Jessica Murphy Memorial Volleyball Tournament The Jessica Murphy Memorial Volleyball Tournament will be held Saturday, June 14th at Gov. Thomas Johnson High School. No experience is required and all player levels are welcome; teams will be placed with other teams of similar ability/experience. All proceeds go to the Jessica Murphy scholarship fund held with The Community Foundation. For more information, visit www.jessicamurphy.com or call Don, Sue or Brad Murphy at 301-607-1132. Problems? Complaints? Residents at times may have problems or complaints with a neighbor and/or their children. First and foremost, it is always recommended that you try to resolve your differences between yourselves by being “neighborly” and speaking directly with the person involved. If for some reason things are not able to be resolved amongst yourselves and the complaint is a violation to your Rules and Regulations, please put your complaint in writing and drop it off at the Visitor Center or email Kelly at kelly.ab@pmpbiz.com. YARD WASTE There has been a change in the yard waste collection procedures this year. Please note that grass and other yard clippings will ONLY be picked up on Wednesday and not on Mondays or Thursdays! For Single family and town homes: Yard waste and grass clippings pickup will occur on Wednesdays starting in April. Grass and other yard clippings can be placed in paper bags, craft bags or loose in uncontaminated containers. The trash hauler cannot/will not take grass/yard waste in plastic bags. No sod will be allowed. 4" diameter branches may be bundled with cord and recycled as well as long as the bundle does not exceed 4' in length. All yard waste and grass clippings will be recycled which helps our environment and saves the association in landfill dumping fees. Should you have any questions, contact the management office at 301-620-0782. Educational Events Upcoming Events at the Spring Ridge Community Schools presented by the PTAs and PTSAs of Spring Ridge Elem., Oakdale Elem., TJ Middle and TJ High Schools. May 2 Family Entertainment Night - SRES Hootenanny - OES 6 @ 7pm - County Commissioners Public Hearing on School Budget - TJHS 7pm - PTSA Gen Membership Mtg & Elections 7pm prior to Band Concert - TJMS 7pm - PTA Business Meeting Media Center - Nomination of Officers - SRES 12 @ 7pm - PTSA Executive Board Mtg - TJMS 16 Spirit Day – Crazy Hair Day - OES 20 Career Day - TJMS 7pm - PTSA General Meeting - TJHS 21 Volunteer Lunch - TJMS Talent Show - TJMS 28 Field Day - OES 7pm - County Council Mtg: Officer Elections and Leadership Training- Monocacy MS 30 Spirit Day – Favorite Sports Team - SRES The Management office will be closed Memorial Day, May 26th . Spring Ridge Residents, You are cordially invited to attend “My Big Fat FAN Club Wedding” Saturday, the Seventh of June 2003 from 6:30 -11 p.m. in the Garden Courtyard Holiday Inn Conference Center at the Francis Scott Key Mall This event is a take-off of the hit comedy movie, “My Big Fat Greek Wedding”, so join in the fun and come dressed as a member of the “wedding party.” “Best of...” contests will be held, and prizes will be awarded to the winners. The evening promises to be full of fun, surprises and laughs. Come out and join in on the dancing and a formal dinner. Drinks will be available at the cash bar. Seated Dinner Menu Selections are: • London Broil • Stuffed Pork Chop • Raspberry Chicken • Pasta primavera Meals include soup or salad, fresh baked rolls & butter, vegetable & potato, dessert, and coffee/tea. $68.00 per couple; $34.00 per person This event is open to all Spring Ridge residents. If you would like to attend this theme event, call Cheryl Curtis at 301-682-8923. Recreation Committee News Easter Egg Hunt Success The Easter Egg Hunt was a huge success. Over 150 kids lined the soccer field and hunted for eggs, enjoyed the petting zoo and visited with the Easter Bunny. A big thanks to Brian Dingess for his help in making this event a success. Also, thanks to Mae & Scott Rupert, Cybele Cook, Lisa Ansbro and Shawn Dingess for all of their help. Moms Playgroup If anyone is interested in coordinating a Moms playgroup that meets at the park on Fridays at 10:00 am... please give Bonnie a call at 301-662-1868 or send me an email to springridgerec@adelphia.net Spring Yard Sale The Spring Yard Sale is planned for May 17th (8-1) with a rain date for May 18th. Please complete the form and submit it with $1 if you are planning to participate in the event. Maps will be available the day of the event! Golf League Men's golf league will play at Musket Ridge Golf Club on Wednesday evenings still has openings for a few good men. Cost is $266 due on May 7th. Call 301-620-7234 if you are interested. Best Wishes The Recreation Committee would like to say goodbye to Jon and Natalie Long as they embark on a new journey in their life. Thanks for all of your years of volunteering on the committee and your contributions to the community. We wish you and your family much happiness. The Spring Ridge Friends and Neighbors Club General Meeting at the Visitors Center May 21, 2003 @ 7:00PM “Fun and Games Night” Every now and then... "Girls just want to have fun"! That's what this night is all about. We'll play games and reconnect with friends. Let's say goodbye to the winter blues. Spring Ridge Elementary Damage Management has received a letter from the Spring Ridge Elementary School regarding to damage to their playground equipment. SRES writes, “We do not mind the children using the school property or the playground equipment after-hours; however, we do ask that parents supervise their play. We ask that parents of older children speak with them about respecting the property of the school and using it appropriately.” Management hopes that all Spring Ridge residents will comply with this simple request so that there will not be any additional damage done to the school property. Thank you. Swim Team News The countdown continues toward, the kick-off of our 2003 season. Registration will take place on May 18th from 4pm - 8pm at the Spring Ridge Visitor Center. We look forward to welcoming back all of our “seasoned vets”, as well as the new swimmers to the team. Be sure to mark your calendars for this important event. This is an opportunity for everyone to meet the coaches, order swim suits and apparel and find out about all of the new and exciting changes in our league. Our practice season begins on May 27th at 6:30 p.m. with a mandatory Team/Parent meeting. No swimmer may begin practicing without a paid /completed registration in place due to insurance regulations. Refunds for swimmers may be requested on or before June 12th for anyone deciding not to participate. A registration packet will be provided and a schedule of practices, meets, special events, as well as a rule handbook. Please remember to bring your swimmers medical insurance information as well as physician and emergency contact numbers for your file. Last season the “Sharks” swept our division and brought home the 1st place trophy for Division II. This year we have moved back into Division I and have a good chance of having another winning season. We look forward to seeing everyone at registration and will be available to answer any further questions you may have, or you may contact me in advance at 301-524-2228. See you May 18th! Spencer Fotos-Lawton Chairperson Pool News Pool Passes/ Pool Rules Please remember to bring your pool pass with you to the pool. Everyone must have a pass to enter the pool. Enclosed in this newsletter is a copy of the Pool Rules and Regulations and one guest pass for ten free visits. Please be sure to share these rules with your children and pool guests. Guests may enter with a resident and a guest pass. Additional guest passes may be purchased from PMP for $20/ 10 visits or $40/ 20 visits. Residents will not be reimbursed for lost or stolen guest passes. Swim Lessons/Swim Team Swim lessons will be offered again to all Spring Ridge residents. Please see the flier in this newsletter for details. Last year, 193 children participated in the instructor certified lessons. All interested swimmers are encouraged to join our community swim team, the Sharks. The swim team is a recreational activity designed to continue advancing a child’s stroke performance and to teach children the value of team work. Swim Tests Just a reminder that swim tests will be given to all children under the age of 16. If your child passed the test last year, remind them to bring their bracelets with them to the pool. If they can no longer find their bracelet, they will need to see a lifeguard for a bracelet. The swim test consists of swimming the length of the lap pool one time and treading water for one minute. If you have any questions regarding the test, please see Andy Potter, your pool manager. Any suggestions regarding the pool or pool activities can be addressed to Kelly by dropping a note off at the Visitor Center or by emailing kelly.ab@pmpbiz.com. We hope that everyone has a safe and enjoyable pool season! Party Rentals Once again, the pool is available for residents to host a pool party during or after hours. The forms needed to host a party are available online at www.springridgeonline.com or at the Visitor Center. All paper work must be completed 2 weeks prior to the event. The rental agreement has all of the details included but questions may be directed to Jonette Stupke at 301-620-1462. Volunteers Needed Successful parties require helpful residents! If you are able to help on any of the following dates please contact the Visitor Center at 301-620-0782. July 12th 12-4 pm Two volunteers needed August 15th 8-11 pm Five volunteers needed August 23rd 10-11 am Two volunteers needed 11-1 pm Two volunteers needed 1-3 pm Two volunteers needed 3-4 pm Two volunteers needed Lap Pool Usage & Etiquette The lap pool will have two (2) lap lanes in the pool throughout the swimming season for anyone wanting to swim laps. This will include children as well. If the main pool or the piano pool are closed for any reason, the lanes will be pulled out of the pool and the pool will become a regular swimming pool for all residents. This is to ensure the safety of everyone visiting the pool. Please remember that more than one person can swim laps in a lane. You can safely fit four people in a lane who are swimming laps. If you do get into a lane with someone already there, please attempt to make them aware of your presence. Important Pool Dates May 24th Opening Day May 26th Memorial Day- close at 6pm June 14th Opening Season Party June 16th Float Night June 21st Sharks vs Robin Meadows June 30th Adult Night July 4th Independence Day- close at 6pm July 7th Float Night July 12th Spring Ridge Magical Summer Party 1-4pm July 14th Float Night July 19th Sharks Divisional Meet July 25th Dive In Movie Night for Teens & Tweens July 28th Adult Night Aug. 4th Float Night Aug. 15th Hawaiian Luau Teen Party 8-11pm Aug. 18th Adult Night Aug. 23rd End of Season Party 11am - 3pm Aug. 25th Float Night Sept. 1st Labor Day- close at 6pm Pool Hours Opening Day: Saturday, May 24, 2003 Pool Hours May 24th - June 17th 3:30 pm - 8:30 pm Monday - Friday 10:30 am - 8:30 pm Saturday - Sunday June 18th - September 1st 10:30 am - 8:30 pm Daily
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