Service Messages

Good Neighbor’s Service

If anyone in the neighborhood has difficulty getting to the post office, grocery store, dry cleaners, etc., during inclement weather or due to an illness or disability, there is a group of your neighbors who stand ready to make that trip for you. If you need assistance call anyone on the list found in the print version of the newsletter.

Please call Dave Smith at 704.987.1472 if you wish to be added to the list.

Merrill Lynch Seminar
"Retirement Redefined"

You have no doubt noticed a pink-colored flyer inserted in this month’s newsletter. Merrill Lynch is offering a seminar to Association members who may be interested in defining good retirement strategies. This is strictly voluntary and, if interested, you must call the number listed at the bottom of the flyer.

Although advertisements are not currently accepted in the newsletter, this seemed an appropriate way to help Merrill Lynch make residents aware of a potentially useful program. In September, 2005, the Council of Stewards passed a motion to move $150,000.00 of Association funds from low paying CD accounts at Wachovia into a CD investment account with Merrill Lynch for a low annual fee of $125. Thanks to Merrill Lynch, these funds are getting a good return at little cost.

Non-Working Street Lights

Our neighbors, Dave Stout and Shannon McLean (O. Henry Avenue) have volunteered to identify non-working street lights during their evening walks and to notify Duke Power. If you notice a non-working street light, you can contact Duke Power directly or just notify Dave and Shannon at 704.895.9117.

Have Stuff You Don't Want?

Clothing – Lydia’s Loft is a clothing closet providing clothes to people in need in the North Mecklenburg and South Iredell area at Huntersville First Baptist Church, 203 Statesville Road in Huntersville. Hours of operation for receiving donations are Tuesdays (9 a.m. to 1 p.m.) and Thursdays (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.). If you have questions call 704.875.6581.
Slightly Used Appliances, Furniture, Tools, Toys, Household Items, Building Supplies and more (no clothing) – Our Town’s Habitat for Humanity, 20310 North Main Street, Cornelius (between Davidson & Cornelius). Call 704.896.8957 ext. 1107 if you need items picked up.

Have Some Time To Help Others?

Why not volunteer for Hospice Lake Norman? Volunteering means just that. When someone calls you for an assignment, you can accept or regret, depending on your schedule. Call Lorna Bishop at 704.892.4753 for more information.

Want To Jump-Start Your Creative Talents?

The Icehouse Center for Creativity, Craft & Design (416 South Main Street) is a non-profit organization committed to providing creative opportunities for the people of the North Mecklenburg-Lake Norman region to enjoy and develop skills in a wide range of craft, design, and visual arts disciplines through professional instruction, cultural activities, and access to resources that foster creativity. Summer session classes and kid’s camps start soon. Call 704.892.7323 or visit www.icehousecenter.org for further information or class sign-up.

The Center will host its first film screening for foreign and fine arts films on Friday, May 5th beginning at 7:00 p.m., featuring two films Find Love and Throw. Admission is $7 at the door. Through June, the Icehouse Center will conduct 4th Friday Art Talks, featuring local artists in interesting and informative panel discussions along with presentations of their work. The May 26 session is “You Are Here: Installation and Public Art & Artists.” These sessions are free and open to the public.

What is Our Towns Habitat for Humanity?

Our Towns Habitat for Humanity is an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International. Our Towns Habitat relies on the generosity of its donors and the strength of volunteers to further its mission of eliminating poverty housing. Your support is greatly appreciated. Volunteers are always welcome. If you are interested, please call 704.896.8957.