Snakes in the Grass..well, the creek

According to the contractors installing the new drain pipe under Lorrie Drive and making the concrete spillway form for the new river...er, creek flow....there have been several Copperhead snakes they've killed in the creek area - so be careful around other creek areas in the subdivision since they are everywhere...especially after it rains


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Recyling Event at Jim Miller Park 11-10-2012

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VN Watch Group

F U!

Follow Up...Follow Up...Follow Up?

Who are you?  You're so brave to mail letters to residents with anonymous pen name.  I wonder if you'll be brave enough to stand in front of homeowners to mention your concerns or hide like cowards. 

Your behavior is clannish and passive aggressive.  But I suggest you actually read the Cobb County Code of Ordinances - I've placed a post here in my blog long ago.  You may be interested to know you are incorrect on many accounts.  But that's your call on how you treat other residents in Village North.

What will you do next - post photos of people you don't like or watch?

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Homes for sale or sold in Village North Subdivision

1647 Rex Drive - Update - this went under contract same day it was listed - it was shopped to the realtor's investor clients and never got to the open market - sorry....

3/2 raised ranch going to the Cobb County Courthouse steps 3-6-2012 - at the time of this post, McCurdy Candler (foreclosing attorney) has not posted an opening bid on their website - http://www.mccurdycandler.com/foreclosureListings.php

2664 shaw road has a lake and is asking $315,000 - hope they get it for our sakes!

2483 Lorrie Drive sold recently for $110,000 - by owner property sold to resident within Village North
1614 Rex Drive -(Closed 5-24-12 for $72,500) 4/2 Fannie Mae foreclosure in rough shape - Asking price is $77,500

1617 Rex Drive - Now under contract - asking price was $189,900 - set to close 8-30-2012...that's when you'll find out final selling price.(former listing Sold/closed 2-22-2012 for $54,500) 3/3 - foreclosure that is in poor shape - Asking price $57,000

1631 Rex Drive - (Sold and Closed for $61,100) 4/2 - foreclosure being cleaned but in poor shape - Asking price is $59,900.

2483 Lorrie - 3/2 - For Sale By Owner - no disclosure of price after making phone call to owner.

2408 Renny (Sold and closed for $188,875 - final price after adding in VA Funding Fee) - Possible squatters in the property - police called and have been notified.

2419 Rachel Court - (Sold and Closed for $74,000) 3/2 - Asking price is $109,900 and under contract.

1660 Charity Court - (Sold and Closed for $132,750) 5/3 and in good shape as a normal resale - Asking price is $150K.

1641 Sonya - (Sold and closed for $157,000) 3/2 - good shape as a normal resale - Asking price $160,900

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Great Desert Dish Off today - You missed some tasty desserts

Who were the contest winners?

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RAVN Pool Rules

RAVN Pool Rules

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RAVN Pool Event REMINDER!! Come on out and ENJOY! J

RAVN Event REMINDER!! Come on out and ENJOY! J

Sunday, June 24^th 2:00-3:00pm

Dessert Dish-Off

Come out and bring your favorite Dessert to share!

Tuesday, June 26^th 7:00pm

$2.00 Tuesday Trivia

Play trivia and get a chance to win in a 50/50 drawing at the end of the Summer J  ALL proceeds go towards RAVN improvements! Test your ‘knowledge’ and have fun with your neighbors!!

Wednesday, June 27^th 7:00-9:00pm

Wine Tasting Wednesday

Bring your favorite wine, PLASTIC glasses and ENJOY!

Friday, June 29^th 9:00am – 3:00pm

Saturday, June 30^th 9:00am – 3:00pm

RAVN Yard Sale

Held at: 2452 Lorrie Dr

ALL PROCEEDS WILL BE DONATED FOR RAVN IMPROVEMENTS!!

**We need more stuff to sell & Volunteers to help out!! Please contact Bambi @ 678-508-1870 OR bambipapp@att.net

to arrange for item pick up or drop off!**

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This weeks quick RAVN Reminder

1. For those members living along Wilderness Way, we are in the works of posting a sign that clearly shows the path from Wilderness Way to the pool.  Please be on the lookout as to not infringe on the other property located behind the pool. Thanks :)

2.  We are trying to get the final items together for a Friday Family Film night on Friday, June 22nd @ 7:00pm... more information to come!

3. The RAVN first Dessert Dish-Off on Sunday, June 24 2:00-3:00pm!! Bring your favorite dessert to share and your SWEET TOOTH!  YUM! YUM!

4. After the Dessert Dish-Off -- Kimberly Powell will be donating her hair cutting services for $10.00 Summer Cuts and will be donating ALL proceeds to RAVN improvements! Come on out and get a fresh cut and know your funds are going to beautify your RAVN pool! THANK YOU KIM!

5. Last, but not least ... we are looking for any and ALL donations for our first ever RAVN Village Wide Yard Sale on Friday June 29th & Sat June 30th @ 2452 Lorrie Drive, Marietta, GA 30066... we still need donated items and volunteers to assist. Please contact me at: bambipapp@att.net to arrange.  ALL proceeds will go towards RAVN improvements (ie: resurfacing the pool! woo hoo!)

Thanks everyone!

See you all at the pool!

RAVN Board 

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Help with JoEllen Smith Campaign Signs

We are looking for volunteers to assist with the JoEllen Smith State House campaign between now and the July 31 primary. Immediately we need a couple of young folks--High school or college folks on summer break--to assist with sign placement and delivery around the district. A pick up or van would be helpful. Also needed are folks to do neighborhood walking and/or phone calling to get out the vote.

The winner of this primary will be your State Rep for the next 2 years. Will it be the new blood, JoEllen, or the 18 year incumbent old blood?

Call Steve Covert @ 770-977-9605 or Jim Parker @ 770-265-7293.

Thanks so much,

Steve


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Deer naming contest

If anyone hasn't already spotted our "Village North Deer", they have been running around our neighborhood...

My wife saw them about 3 weeks ago running across Lorrie on the way down toward Trent...

Three people I've stopped to talk walking the dog had seen the deer on Bob Bettis this morning walking toward Piedmont Road.

Please send me photos I can post online and we'll name the deer at the Memorial Day Noon to 3 pm event at the RAVN Pool!



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RAVN Pool Will Open 9:00 am Saturday 5-26-2012

Hello Members, Street Reps, & Board Members ..... WE DID IT!! Pending a minor item to be completed, the Cobb Health Inspectors have approved us to OPEN THIS WEEKEND!! To those that came down to help a sincere THANK YOU for your time, resources & commitment to RAVN Pool!!  

 

Here are a few quick items I wanted to share:

 

1. The Pool will be "Officially" open on Saturday 5/26/2012 @ 9:00am

2. REMINDER -- There will be NO LIFEGUARDS

3. An email regarding GATE KEY ACCESS will be sent out within the next few days - the gate will be OPEN for all on 5/26-5/28 so no worries.  

4. An email regarding POOL RULES will be sent out within the next few days. Until that time please adhere to the rules that are currently posted.

5. A Social Events Calendar is in the works!! - a drafted copy will get sent out within a few days and will be posted on the RAVN Activities Board at the pool by the end of the weekend. **The Board will be hosting 3 Summer events:  Memorial Day, 4th of July, and closing day--- the rest will be via volunteer coordinators. **MUCH MORE INFORMATION TO COME** via email & pool postings.

6. Tentative new POOL HOURS: 7:00am - 10:00pm - finaliztion to be sent with Pool Rules

7. Mark your calendar for Monday Memorial Day festivities!!! Bring a dish to share - hot dogs & chips will be on $ALE - start time to be sent out ASAP and posted by Sat 5/26.

 

**Also if anyone has any donations for the pool - toilet supplies, cleaning supplies, lawn chairs, old grills, paint & lumber for buildings, ect - please contact me! All is welcome & appreciated!

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And SPREAD THE WORD to Join, Join, Join... Cause we are SWIMMING THIS SUMMER!!! 

Full Family Membership

$350.00 - for rest of summer!

Social Membership

$125.00 - paid in full anytime

Please send all payments to:

RAVN

PO Box 669221

Marietta, GA 30066

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Thank you to ALL!

Please contact either of the numbers below for additional pool questions. Or reply to this email (preferred).

 

Bambi Papp: 678-508-1870

Jim Parker: 770-265-7293

David Papp: 678-851-5101

Pool Application below or at the pool:

 

2012 RAVN Pool Membership Application

Facility located at: 1626 Sonya Dr, Marietta, GA

DATE __________   Amount Paid __________  Check # _______

Amount Due (Select one form of membership)

„     Family Membership $325.00 by 3-1-2012

„      ___Family Membership $350.00 on or after 5-1-2012 before 5-25-2012

„     Family Membership $375.00 after 5-1-2012

„     ___ Family Membership 2 Installments of $200.00 each ($400.00 total)

„     ___ Social Membership $125.00 (anytime during summer)

Name (Primary Member):  ______________________________________

Address: ____________________________________________________

Primary Phone:  _______________  Emergency Phone: _______________

Email: ______________________________________________________

Household Members                                     Ages

______________________________________________________

______________________________________________________

______________________________________________________

______________________________________________________

______________________________________________________

Please submit your completed application and payment to:

                RAVN

                P.O. Box 669221

                Marietta, GA  30066

For questions please contact: bambipapp@att.net  OR call 678-508-1870

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Electronics Recycling and Shoe Collection

Electronics Recycling and Shoe Collection

Saturday, May 19, 2012
9 AM to 1 PM

Sprayberry High School
2525 Sandy Plains Road
Marietta, GA 30060

or 

Jim R. Miller Park
2245 Callaway Road
Marietta, GA 30008

ELECTRONICS ACCEPTED AT NO CHARGE

• COMPUTER MONITORS
• MICROWAVE OVENS
• COMPUTER / CPU's
• LAPTOPS
• DISK / FLOPPY DRIVES
• SCANNERS
• COPIERS
• PRINTERS
• VCRs
• MOUSE
• MODEMSCAMCORDERS/ CAMERAS
• ALARM CLOCKS
• TELEPHONES
• CELL PHONES
• FAX MACHINES
• CB RADIOS
• TOASTERS
• NETWORKING EQUIP.
• GAMES
• STEREOS
• PORTABLE RADIOS
• RECORD/CD/TAPE PLAYERS
• VIDEO GAME/ CONSOLES
• CAN OPENERS
• CIRCUIT BOARDS
• ELECTRICAL PANELS
• TYPEWRITERS
• UPS/BATTERY BACK-UP
• CD ROMS/DVDs
• CABLES/CHARGERS
• PROJECTORS
• KEYBOARDS
• 8-TRACKS/REEL TO REEL

TELEVISIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR A $10 FEE

ANY STYLE OF SHOE ACCEPTED!

Tie or tape your gently worn shoes together before you place them in the collection bins.

Your donation will be delivered to people in need all over the world www.giveshoes.org

See more on the Electronics Recycing Flyer 


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Yes, Pool Will Open

Join  Today!

Thank You to all those that showed up to the Town Hall today! It was great to see everyone and discuss the future of RAVN pool! I wanted to pass on the GREAT NEWS that RAVN pool will be OPENING this Summer 2012!! 

Also, thanks to all those volunteers Sunday 5-6-2012 who removed the pool cover and started cleaning the pool area to get it ready for the summer.  We will need more help to get the pool area ready.  Be on the lookout for more new about when the next cleanup day is scheduled.

 

However, we are still in need of memberships to ensure a comfortable Summer season and to ensure the financial stability in case of any emergency. We also want to get an early start on 2013 :)  We are extending the membership price of $350.00 for the duration of the summer - please help us keep this great neighborhood asset alive and send in your membership asap!

Full Family Membership

$350.00 - for rest of summer!

Social Membership

$125.00 - paid in full anytime

Please send all payments to:

RAVN

PO Box 669221

Marietta, GA 30066  

In addition:

We are looking for any donated pool furniture - call & we'll arrange pick up.

 

We are open for any suggestions for our Summer 2012 Social Events (some great ideas were given today at the Town Hall) - be on the look out for a Summer Schedule soon!!

If you have any questions or need an application,  please contact: Bambi Papp at bambipapp@att.net OR 678-508-1870. 

Looking forward to a wonderful Summer 2012!! :)

Thank you,

Bambi Papp

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RAVN Events proposed for 2012 Summer of Pool Fun!

Please select events that appeal to your household the most.

 

• Wine Tasting 
• Special Senior Swim Nights or Swim Days or Swim Times
• Chilli or BBQ cookouts
• College Football Parties
• Dessert Parties
• Pet Walks and Competitions
• Birthday Parties
• Meeting place for rallies or neighborhood walks
• Babysitter Events to entertain children
• Water aerobic classes
• Football tail gating
• Neighborhood yard sales
• Card or group party games
• Holiday Parties
• Neighborhood Farmers Market
• Teen day/nights
• Saturday Dinner Parties
• Senior day/nights
• Friday Film nights
• Yoga, Exercise, Jazzercise classes
• Neighborhood Services list (yard mowing, plumbing etc) 
• Other social events please specify

  Remember

 

We won't have ANY FUN unless we get enough memberships - All memberhips due 5-1-2012!

 

 

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Hurry! RAVN Pool needs memberships before 5-1-2012

Hurry - Last Chance!

 

Where will your family be this summer?

Indoors or at the pool?

 

Let’s open the RAVN pool and have fun!

We plan cookouts, movie nights, & more.

 

We need memberships by

 5-1-2012 or we close the pool for 2012!.

Family Membership: $350.00

(Paid in Full by May 1st, 2012)

 

Mail Payments to:

RAVN

PO Box 669221

Marietta, GA 30066

Call 678-508-1870 for details

 

See RAVN events thru the

Village North News BLOG @

villagenorthnews.blogspot.com

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2012 RAVN Pool Membership Application

2012 RAVN Pool Membership Application

Facility located at: 1626 Sonya Dr, Marietta, GA 30066

Date______   Amt Pd _____  Check # _____

Amount Due (Select one form of membership)

„     Family Membership $325.00 by 3-1-2012

„     Family Membership $350.00 by 5-1-2012

„     Family Membership $375.00 after 5-1-2012

„     Family Membership 2 Installments of $200.00 each ($400.00 total)

„     Social Membership $125.00

Name (Primary Member):  ______________________________________

Address: _______________________________

Primary Ph #:  ____________ 

Emergency Ph#: ____________

Email: __________________________________

Household Members                                     Ages

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Please submit your completed application and payment to:

                RAVN

                P.O. Box 669221

                Marietta, GA  30066

Any questions? Please contact: bambipapp@att.net  OR 678-508-1870

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New Front entrance sign is coming soon

Yes - there was an accident this past Saturday morning at the front entrance of the subdivision...and yes, Cobb County Police has contacted a representative in the subdivision to coordinate the replacement of damaged sign -

I'm not sure of all the details and we hope there was nobody seriously hurt in the accident.

Perhaps the sign and vegetation will be a part of the repair, but time will tell how much and when it will be replaced...

In the meantime - are we gonna save our pool???

We need to have more memberships by 5-1-2012 to open the pool this year!


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$3,000 scholarships available to LGE Credit Union member families/relatives

Lockheed Community Credit Union (www.LGEccu.org) has a college scholarship program this year (for graduating high school seniors) and plans to award 5 scholarships in the amount of $3,000 each to students entering college this Fall. Applicants complete a brief application and answer a short quiz in order to be entered into the drawing, then mail the completed forms to us or drop them off at your local branch. The rules, application & quiz will be available February 6 - April 27, and the drawing will take place on May 4, 2012.

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Cobb County Schools & School Board - Some Q's & A's

Here are some answers to questions about Cobb County Schools - http://www.cobbk12.org/centraloffice/Planning/

Do you think David Banks is doing well as your School Board Member?  If not, what has bothered you the most and who is a good candidate to replace him?

Do you receive his David's Grapevine newsletter? Sign up here:  http://davidbanksforschools.com/Issues.aspx

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Merry Christmas to all in Village North...

..and may 2012 be a great year for all residents and the subdivision!

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Help the environment by recycling Christmas trees & FREE Mulch!

Here's a note from Keep Cobb Beautiful: 

After the holiday season is over, residents are encouraged to help the environment by recycling their Christmas trees. Recycling trees makes mulch, fuel, wildlife habitats and other useful material. Keep Cobb Beautiful will sponsor free recycling drop-offs. Trees will only be accepted Saturday, Jan. 7, at select Home Depot locations throughout Cobb. For a list of those locations, visit cobbcounty.org/kcb.

County Parks and Recreation specified locations will accept drop-offs Dec. 26-Jan. 7. These facilities are:

• Lost Mountain Park, 4845 Dallas Highway, Powder Springs
• Fullers Park, 3499 Robinson Road, Marietta
• Sewell Park, 2085 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta
• Noonday Creek Park, 489 Hawkins Store Road, Kennesaw
• Harrison Park, 2650 Shallowford Road, Marietta

Cobb Parks chipper locations, and Davey Trees, will have free mulch available to residents after Jan. 7. For more information, visit cobbcounty.org/kcb or call 770-528-1135.

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Christmas Holiday tips from Cobb County Police Department - PENS Bulletin

CRIME TRENDS

With the continued rise in price for recyclable metals, we have seen a recent spike in the theft of commercial air conditioning units. Both residential and commercial properties have the potential to fall prey to this type of criminal due to the difficulty in positively identifying the stolen items. As police departments in the metro Atlanta area continue to network with area recyclers in an attempt to combat thefts of recyclable metals, we have developed the ability to send out alerts to area recyclers when identifiable metals are stolen. To aid with the identification of metals such as the coils within an AC unit, it has been recommended to paint the coil a bright fluorescent color to help distinguish it from other units.

Although vandalism of Christmas decorations often goes unreported to the police, I have received informal information that there has been an increase in this type of activity within certain neighborhoods in East Cobb. It is important that you remind your teens that damaging someone’s property is more than a prank, it is a crime and it comes with serious consequences. A teenager who has just turned 17 and who goes into someone’s yard and damages their decorations can be charged with a crime and be taken to jail. If the damage exceeds $500, which is not hard to do these days, the crime becomes a felony. Having a criminal record can make someone ineligible for scholarships and other types of financial aid and close the door to many potential jobs.

WHAT YOU AND YOUR NEIGHBORS CAN DO

We have had significant success with apprehending criminals because you called 911 to report suspicious behavior. You are the eyes and ears in your neighborhoods and you, more than anyone else, know who doesn’t belong. Call 911 anytime you see individuals on foot in your neighborhood that you don’t recognize or vehicles that drive slowly up and down the street or that are stopped with someone just sitting in the vehicle. Even if everything checks out at the time, we still have their information on record.

Don’t forget the basics of crime prevention when it comes to keeping your home secure. A security system with an audible alarm is a great deterrent to have. Be sure to set your alarm every time you leave the house. Make sure that your alarm service yard signs and window decals are visible from the street and replace them when they start to show age.--- Note:  All alarm systems need to be registered with the Cobb County Police Dept. See details on registration process here - http://police.cobbcountyga.gov/alarms.htm

Keep windows, doors, and garage doors closed and locked when you are away. Purchase a timer for your exterior lighting or turn it on before you leave if you don’t plan to get back home until after dark.

Do not store large quantities of cash or jewelry (or gold/silver) in your home but instead use a safety deposit box at your bank. You may not avoid becoming a victim of a burglary but you can certainly minimize your loss.

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Garbage Collection Services

We have a free market when it comes to our garbage. We can have it hauled off by whomever we choose, or we can keep it at our house and never get rid of it...

We are using J & G Garbage service - they pickup twice a week (Tuesday's and Friday's) for $21 a month at the curb. Most other trash haulers only come once a week.

Any other suggestions or recommendations for residents?

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Autos/Vehicles for sale in Village North

Currently no autos officially posted here, but I have seen one on Aleta between Bob Bettis and Renney.

Another auto coming soon on Lorrie....

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Sprayberry High School Students on Renny in culdesac

After the crime watch program signs were installed, I've noticed the lack of mass congregation on the cul-de-sac ... so far.  But if you look up on the sidewalk, most of the students are smoking cigarettes and congregating at the end of the backyard fences between the two homes bordering the sidewalk path to Sprayberry High.

Are they like criminals knowing that they don't dare breach the perceived safety of the chain-link-fence?

Are they still tossing their cups, smokes, and garbage into the backyards of the two homes even after one resident placed a garbage can nearby to collect the waste?

I thought teenagers were concerned with the environment?

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Cobb County Comminications and Services

Ok-Ok, we may be in a nanny state environment, but there are some things we call "information"...

Sign up for any number off Cobb County Communications of "information" such as:

• Emergency Notification
  
• Traffic Alerts
  
• CobbLine weekly alerts & press releases
  
• Keep Cobb Beautiful - Recycling and Adopt-A-Mile programs
  
• Public Library
  
• PENS - Police Emergency Notification System alerts
  
• Senior Services
  
• Cobb Community Transit
  
• Other Cobb County Services
  

Choices of Cobb County Communication

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RAVN (Recreation Association of Village North) Pool Facility

Be sure to check this post for future updates of news, events, and more!

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2-18-2012

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A note from the RAVN Board…Why are the dues required so early????

I want to begin by explaining why the RAVN Board is requesting the membership dues early. In light of not being able to open last year, we want to 100% ENSURE that we have the proper funds needed to OPEN and STAY open all summer.  The decision to open the pool will be decided on May 1st 2012.  This date allows ample time to get the pool (1) ready for Cobb County inspection, (2) address new pumps & maintenance issues, (3) and ready to be OPENED accordingly for a full summer season :)

For those of you that have sent your memberships in THANK YOU!! Your commitment to re-opening this facility is greatly appreciated. In addition, please note: ANY and ALL membership funds will be deposited upon receipt (7-10 days)...however there will be ZERO funds paid out for the pool until May 1st.  This ensures that in the event the membership numbers are too low then 100% refunds can be sent out.  

The new Board has some fantastic new ideas for RAVN and a huge commitment on keeping the pool a fun, clean, family focused facility.  Let's get this wonderful neighborhood asset back up and running for all to ENJOY!! :)  

Full Family Membership

$325.00 - if paid in full by March 1st

$350.00 - if paid in full March 1st through May 1st

$375.00 - if paid anytime after May 1st

Social Membership

$125.00 - paid in full anytime

Please send all payments to:

RAVN

PO Box 669221

Marietta, GA 30066  

If you have any questions please contact: Bambi Papp at bambipapp@att.net or 678-508-1870.

Looking forward to a wonderful Summer 2012!! :)

Thank you,

Bambi Papp

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1-30-2012:

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We hope you enjoyed time with your family & friends over the holidays!

  Let’s continue to share special times

  with family and friends this summer at

RAVN pool facility!!

**In addition to swimming, we plan to

host cookouts, movie nights, holiday

parties, social gatherings & other events

to make our members feel welcome!

Family Membership: $325.00

(Paid in Full by March 1st, 2012)

Mail Payments to:

RAVN

PO Box 669221

Marietta, GA 30066

  Call 678-508-1870 to be added to email updates & check on RAVN events thru the 

Village North News BLOG @

  http://villagenorthnews.blogspot.com/

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Dear Prospective RAVN Members,

In response to our last RAVN Town Hall Meeting on Sunday 11-13-2011, some questions were asked regarding the definition of pool memberships and membership costs. Our desire is to balance our financial goals and be respectful of any possible household compositions. Therefore, our Board has defined the following types of memberships and determined membership costs for the 2012 summer: May 19^th, 2012 through to Labor Day weekend.

Annual RAVN Full Family Membership = 100% Full pool access throughout the pool year for a family household that all reside at the residence put on the RAVN application.  

·         Guest fees = $2.00 per quest visit

·         Grandparents – your Grandchildren are FREE

·         Overnight guests are FREE

·         Long term guests/visitors please contact Board

Annual RAVN Social Membership
  = Partial pool access for 3 swim “Holidays”, pool rental ability and invites to pool social gatherings/events throughout the year for a family household that all reside at the residence put on the RAVN application.

·         3 swim “Holidays” are: Memorial Day, 4^th of July, Labor Day

·         Pool social gatherings/events possibilities include: wine tastings, chili cook-offs, adult nights, desert parties, etc. The Board will be meeting soon to finalize a schedule of events for the 2012 pool year. 

Annual RAVN membership costs

Full Family Membership

·        $325.00 – IF PAID IN FULL BY MARCH 1^ST, 2012

·        $350.00 – IF PAID IN FULL MARCH 2^nd, 2012 THROUGH MAY 1^st, 2012

·        $375.00 – IF PAID ANYTIME AFTER MAY 1^st

Social Membership

·        $125.00 – PAID IN FULL AT ANY TIME

RAVN Payment Plan Option

·         2 payments of $200.00 – PAID IN FULL ANYTIME BEFORE JUNE 1^ST, 2012

Please contact: 678-508-1870 or email bambipapp@att.net with any questions or concerns regarding the above information.

We look forward to a Wet & Wonderful 2012 RAVN Summer!!

Let's not think of the facility as "just a pool", but it's a Neighborhood Facility with other possibilities!

• Yoga classes
• Adult swim time
• Meeting place for special events, parties, occasions
• Neighborhood recycling drive - telephone book recycling day?  electronics recycling day?
• Screened in section so you can sit and enjoy fresh air, but limited bugs?
• Wine tasting parties - no driving?
• Film nights - movie or films?
• Bingo
• Many other uses and occasions

Each post is intended to be information about, or for the benefit of, Village North Subdivision including events, garage sales, or affecting us in some way. I welcome any news or information about the neighborhood and will share what I think might be of some use, benefit, or just to let you know what is going on.