Bulletin - Baxter Village

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A publication of the baxter community association
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Events
7 ARC Application Deadline (noon sharp)
7 Farewell Pool Pizza Party (VH)
12 Deadline for Fall Festival & Market Day
14 Twilight Movie Night | Email Your Choice
15 Music in the Park | Todd Wells Band
20 BCA Voting Member Meeting (6:30 pm)
5 ARC Application Deadline (noon sharp)
11 Semi-Annual BCA Update Meeting
13 Fall Yard Sale
19 Twilight Movie Night
20 Music in the Park | Vanilla Cornbread
31 Halloween Pet Parade & Celebration
TBA FMHS Band Pep Rally (BTC)
2 ARC Application Deadline (noon sharp)
3 Fall Festival & Market Day (BTC)
17 Holiday Shoebox Stuffing (Village Hall)
30 Holiday Celebration & Tree Lighting
December
September
2012
Upcoming
7 ARC Application Deadline (noon sharp)
15 Annual Board of Dir. Meeting
24 A Special Goodnight from Santa
P.3 Announcements | Good to Know
P.3 New Activities Coordinator
P.4 2012 Approved Plant List
P.5 Pool Party Request Form
P.5 Manager’s Corner
P.6/7 2012 Pool Rules & Details
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Contents
P.10 Fall Festival & Market Day
P.11 Baxter Choice
P.13 When Nature Calls
P.14 Baxter Smiles | 4th of July
P.15 Trail Club
P.17 Helping Hands
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P.19 Baxter Smiles
P.21 Something to Declare
P.23 Baxter Bow Wows
P.25 Raves & Reviews
P.25 Queen of Green
P.26 Club & Event Details
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all Festival
Children’s Activities
Food
Games
&
Music
Market Day
Drinks Shopping
More!
VILLAGE FORT MILL, SC
12 th Annual Saturday, November3 rd 2012 Noon~ 6 pm
Register by 9/12 | Need form? Contact Mike
at baxteractivities@gmail.com
Twilight
Movie
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EMAIL
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Email your vote by SEPT 13 th
Pool Pizza Party
Twilight Movie
Dtls. p.11 Music in the Park
P.27 What’s Happening BTC
P.28 Calendar & Contacts
RSVP? Volunteer? Questions?
BaxterActivities@gmail.com
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SEPT 14

BAXTER’S
NEW
ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR
Welcome Mike Martoccia! As of July 1 st , we have a new Baxter
Village Activities Coordinator, but he’s not new to the neighborhood.
Mike Martoccia is now coordinating our events and activities.
Mike and his wife, Susan, and three kids Cierra, Adam, and Grant
have resided in Baxter for more than seven years. Mike has been
a long-time village volunteer, having coordinated the youth baseball
program for three years, coached the Grapevine softball and kickball
teams, and assisted in the co-founding of the Baxter Village Block
Party each September for the last five years. Mike is the advertising
sales manager at The Charlotte Observer and Charlotteobserver.
com. He’s also been very active in the community, as a graduate
of Leadership York County, former member of the Come See Me
Festival Board of Governors, and member of various other boards
and organizations. He and Susan also teach Sunday School at St.
Philip Neri Catholic Church in Fort Mill and have been involved with
the church’s capital campaign in the building of a new church.
While Mike’s 22-year career has been in advertising sales and
marketing, he’s also had extensive experience in event marketing.
He’s been responsible for creating and implementing dozens of
annual events in South Carolina, North Carolina and Indiana over
the last 15 years. Among them are spring and fall festival events
at shopping centers, bridal expos, cooking and lifestyles shows,
women’s expos, the Indianapolis 500 Race Festival For Kids, golf
fundraisers, and others.
In the interim, you can e-mail Mike at baxteractivities@gmail.com
or via cell at 803-487-3440. He’s coordinating the events on a parttime
basis, but can be reached anytime.
Mike is very eager to start serving Baxter in his newest endeavor, is
looking forward to building on the current activities in the year ahead.
He’s also extremely grateful for everything Charlotte Kost did in her
role as the activities director over the last several years, as well as
her great guidance in the transition.
Some reminders so we can best assist you:
In the new alignment of duties for Baxter Village:
Mike Martoccia is responsible for Baxter Village events, activities,
and sponsorships.
Angie Radovanovic is responsible for the Baxter Bulletin newsletter
and advertising.
Shelley Sletten is responsible for the Baxter Front Porches website
and e-blast communications.
Volunteers Please
Behind Every Great Event... there are even greater volunteers!
Choices for all ages and any length of time. Questions? BaxterActivities@gmail.com
(Date, Time) Event
Responsibility
Commitment
People
Announcements
2012 ARC Application Deadlines | Be sure to use NEWEST form
Due 1 st Friday, Monthly by NOON to the Community Center
(please note: approval can take up to 3 weeks to secure)
May 4 | June 1 | July 6 | Aug 3 | Sept 7 | Oct 5 | Nov 2 | Dec 7
Tennis Court Committee | NEW Online Reservation System
There is a NEW Reservation System in place!! You can now reserve
a court online! Go to reservemycourt.com and register. During the
registration process you’ll be asked for a facility code. It is 1346.
Once you’ve done that you can log in, go to Baxter Village Courts
and reserve a court. There is a once per day, 2 hour imitation.
Reservations can be made no earlier than 14 days in advance.
Questions? James Riquelme (jriquelme@comporium.net)
Reminder from the York County Sheriff’s Office | Automobile
Safety | Lock your Doors & Remove your Valuables
The York County Sheriff’s Office asked the Baxter Community Watch
team to let everyone know that any information about automobile
break-ins should be reported to the police department. Remember
when leaving your car... remove your valuables, pay attention to your
surroundings and most importantly lock your doors!
Need to Call our District 1 Officers? 803/ 628-3059
Good to Know
Where do I mail my Master HOA Dues Payment?
REMEMBER! 2 nd BI-ANNUAL INSTALLMENT IS DUE MAY 1 st
Master HOA Dues are $800 and paid Annualy or Bi-Annually.
Payments will be handled by the new accounting firm, Duvall CAMS.
www.duvallcams.com | 877/ 672-2267 | cs@camsmgt.com
Baxter Community Association c/o DuvallCAMS,
PO Box 1339, Commerce, GA 30529
Due by May 1 st (first bi-annual pymt. was due on January 1 st )
How do I access www.BaxterFrontPorches.com?
Just fill out your User Agreement... which can be requested via email
to BaxterNetwork@gmail.com or filled out at the Community Center on
Colonel Springs Way. We will need to verify residency so include your
settlement statement or lease to help propel the process.
When are our Baxter Pools open for Swim Season?
Daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day with weekend only
operation during the months of May and September. Details Online!
(9/7, 6:00 & 8:45 ) Farewell Pool Party Various 15 min. 2
(9/14, 8:00 & 10:15) Twilight Movie Screen/Speakers 10 min. 2
(9/15, 5:15 & 10:00) Music in the Park Set-Up/Take Down 30 min.or less 2
Now Booking
Fall Sessions!
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2012 Approved Plant List
PLANT LIST- Revised March 2012
Large Canopy, Deciduous
Acer Rubrum
Carya illinioensis
Crateagus phaenophyrum
Fagus americana
Liriodendron tulipifera
Nyssa sylvatica
Oxydendrum arboreum
Platanus occidentalis
Quercus alba
Quercus borealis maximum
Quercus coccinea
Quercus laurifolia
Quercus phellos
Quercus shmardii
Salix babylonica
Red Maple (includes all varieties such as Oct. Glory, Red Sunset, Aut. Blaze
Pecan (Rear yard only)
Washington Hawthorne (not on the street or playgrounds)
American Beech (to include other varieties such as Copper Beech)
Tulip Tree
Black Tupelo (Rear yard only)
Sourwood/ Lily-of-the Valley Tree
Sycamore
White Oak
Northern Red Oak
Scarlet Oak
Laurel Oak
Willow Oak
Shumard Oak
Weeping Willow (Rear Yard Only)
Large Evergreen
Cedrus alba
Cedrus deodara
Cupressocyparis leylandii
Ilex attenuata 'Fosteri"
Ilex x Nellie Stevens
Ilex X Savannah
Magnolia grandiflora
Myrica cerifera
Pinue taeda
Pinus palustris
Pinus strobus
Pinus sylvestris
Pinus taeda
Quercus virginiana
Tsuga canadensis
Tsuga caroliniana
Eastern Red Cedar (Rear Yard Only)
Deodar Cedar - at maturity grows between 40'-60' - rear yard only
Leyland Cypress (Rear and Side Yard Only)
Foster Holly
Nellie Stevens Holly
Savannah Holly
Southern Magnolia (to include smaller varieties such as Little Gem)
Southern Wax Myrtle
Loblolly Pine
Longleaf Pine
White Pine
Scotch Pine
Loblolly Pine
Live Oak
Canadian Hemlock (Approval necessary)
Carolina Hemlock (Approval necessary)
Small & Ornamental Trees, Deciduous
Acer palmatum dissectum
Acer palmatum
Albizzia julibrissin
Amelanchier canadensis
Betula nigra
Carpinus caroliniana
Cercis canadensis
Cornus florida
Cornus kousa
Crateagus phaenophyrum
Lace Leaf Japanese Maple
Bloodgood Japanese Maple
Mimosa (Rear Yard Only)
Serviceberry
River Birch, and other varieties of Birch
American Hornbeam
Eastern Redbud
Flowering Dogwood (does not prefer direct afternoon sunlight in this zone)
Kousa Dogwood (good alternative to florida variety for sunny locations)
Washington Hawthorne
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Pool Party
Request Form
Baxter Pool Party Rules
1. Set up and Clean up is the party host responsibility
2. The Association will not loan or lease Association furniture for
your event. You are responsible for bringing your own furniture
to the “approved” pool party location.
3. All trash associated with your event must be disposed of in the
dumpster in the parking lot of each pool. Event trash must not
be disposed of in pool deck trash cans. Hosts should leave the
area used as clean or cleaner than they found it!
4. Party host may not have use of the interior of the clubhouse
unless renting the clubhouse (this includes use of kitchen).
5. Depending on the number of non-member guests, additional
lifeguard(s) may be required at the expense of the party host.
6. A $50.00 deposit payable to Baxter Community Association
will be required at the time of reservation to insure that all
rules are followed and returned the next business day
following the event.
Baxter Resident Request Form Information
Event Date
Event Time
Type of Event
Name
Address
Phone (mobile)
Email
Please allow our 2012 Request Form
to assist you with Pool Party Reservations!
Location, Circle 1 (VH) or 2 (CC): 1 (VH) 2 (CC)
#1: Village Hall, Side Deck (3833 Richards Crossing)
#2: Community Center, Balcony (3187 Colonel Springs Way)
Signature, Date
Guest Count (residents)
Guest Count (non-residents)
SEPTEMBER 2012
Kathey Harter
Community Assoc.
Manager
t: 803-548-3375
c: 803-487-0094
Managers Corner
2012 Association Dues Reminder...
Baxter Community Association Annual Dues of
$800.00 were due on January 1 st . It is payment of
these dues that will qualify residents to make use
of all the amenities and activities that summertime
in Baxter brings. Don’t find yourself left out -
bring your Dues Balance current before May 1 st
to ensure a trouble-free pool season!
If you have not yet sent in your payment, you
should act immediately by either paying one
installment of $825.00 or two installments ($425.00
for the first installment, which includes a $25.00
late fee, and the second installment of $400.00 no
later than May 1 st to avoid an additional late fee of $25.00). For
any questions regarding your account please contact DuvallCAMS
Client Services toll free at (877) 672-2267 or via email at cs@camsmgt.
com.
When mailing in your payment, please make sure that you are using the
correct address which has changed for 2012. Please make checks payable
to Baxter Community Association Inc. and mailed to: Baxter Community
Association, Inc., c/o DuvallCAMS, PO Box 1339, Commerce, GA 30529 (This
is the Association’s new bank lockbox).
ARC Reminder ~ Architecture Review Updates...
Please be advised to use the revised ARC application effective 3/1/2011, now
available online at Baxterfrontporches.com on the downloadable forms page or
either email Kathey Harter at Kharter@comporium.net.
As well, effective March 1, 2011, the following grasses are endorsed by the
Baxter Community Association: Fescue (all varieties); Bermuda – Sunsport
and Princess (seed varieties) and Tifsport and Tifway 419 (sod varieties); and
Zoysia – Zeon, Meyer, and Jamur (sod varieties). Bermuda & Zoysia (B&Z):
are more heat and drought tolerant while being more eco-friendly allowing more
practical irrigation solutions, BOTH B & Z will become dormant and turn brown
in the Fall & Winter, Bermuda DOES allow over seeding in the Fall & Winter
while Zoysia DOES NOT, additional information regarding these grasses and
general information can be found at buysod.com and similar websites. Over
seeding with rye grass will be at the homeowner’s discretion. Any issues related
to creep of grass from yard to yard shall be the neighbor’s responsibility to
address and resolve. IMPORTANT - ARC requests applicants who are making
landscaping improvements must provide the type of turf grass they are installing
as part of their application as currently required.
General Safety Reminders...
Please be mindful of the following: Exhibit “C” of the Baxter Restrictions
& Rules of the CC&R’s, 1.(r) prohibits the operation of motorized vehicles on
pathways or trails maintained by the Association.
Signage and Notices...
Please be advised that “lost pet” notices may not be posted on street light poles
or street signs in the neighborhood and residents could be fined if they violate
the neighborhood policy. As well, vendor signs may only be in residents yards
during the hours the contractor is on sight working.
2012 Swim & Pool Season Reminder...
The 2012 Swim Season is approaching quickly and in order to provide a safe
and enjoyable experience at the Baxter pools, there are a few things that we
need to accomplish. Please remember to read the Pool & Swim section that
follows (2 pages)! Note: Residents that are delinquent with payment of
Association fees or in violation of Association rules will be suspended
from amenity use and RSVP Based Community Events.
**Please note that new residents and tenants should take either their
settlement statement or lease agreement to PostNet to receive a pool
pass for the Pool Season.**
Pool Parties must be requested and approved by Association
Management prior to the date of the event. Additional rules apply and
should be followed. Rules are subject to change without notice. Questions?
Kathey Harter (kharter@comporium.net).The Use Committee has approved
the dates & times of operation for both the Community Center and Village Hall
Pools. You will find a complete overview of the Dates of Operation as well as
the Pool Rules and Guest Pass Request details within the special Pool & Swim
section of this bulletin. Please remember that “Swim at Your Own Risk” is NOT
permitted at either of the Baxter Pools and this policy is strictly enforced! Basic
overview of schedule & important dates are shown below.
Weekends Only | Saturday & Sunday | May 5 & 6, 12 & 13, 19 & 20
Sat (9am - 8:30pm) Sun (11am - 8pm)
Daily Operation | Saturday, May 26 through Monday, September 3
Mon-Sat (9am - 8:30pm) Sun (11am - 8pm)
Weekends Only | Saturday & Sunday | Sept. 8 & 9, 15 & 16, 22 & 23, 29 & 30
Sat (9am - 8:30pm) Sun (11am - 8pm)
Questions? kharter@comporium.net | 803/ 548-3375
Return to Community Center, 3187 Colonel Springs Way
Drop Box Available for after or before hour deliveries.
Kathey Harter | Baxter Community Association Manager
kharter@comporium.net | www.BaxterFrontPorches.com
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Stay Cool with the Pool Rules
2012 POOL HOURS | MON - SAT 9 AM until 8:30 PM | SUN 11 AM until 8:00 PM
Saturdays & Sundays | May 5 & 6 | May 12 & 13 | May 19 & 20
Everyday Monday through Sunday | Sat. May 26 th through Monday, September 3 rd
Saturdays & Sundays | Sept 8 & 9 | Sept 15 & 16 | Sept 22 & 23 | Sept 29 & 30
Swim at your Own Risk is NOT Permitted: Prior the 2008 Swim Season, the Use Committee determined that “Swimming At Your Own Risk”
will NOT be permitted at the Community Center and Village Hall pools. This decision was based on recommendations from Carolina Pool Management
Company, the Association pool contractor, and American Insurance Agency, the Association insurance provider.
Pool & Amenity Center Access: To insure our facilities are only being used by our residents and their guests, Photo ID’s are required for
all residents 14 years of age and older wishing to use the pools and/or tennis courts. All children under the age of 14 years of age will not be
required to have a photo ID since they must be accompanied by an adult (at least 18 years of age & older to use these facilities. Your South
Carolina Driver’s License or any other form of photo ID is acceptable provided it includes your current “Baxter” street address or you may
contact PostNet located at 1646 West Highway 160, Suite E, Fort Mill, SC 29708 – (803) 548-2831 to make arrangements to have a photo ID
made (limit 2 per house hold) at no expense to Baxter residents. You will need to take your photo id with you along with something to link you
to your “Baxter” address (phone bill/settlement sheet/etc). Additional/replacement photo ID’s may be purchased for $10.00 each at PostNet.
Please Note: Residents that are delinquent with payment of Association fees will be suspended from amenity use and RSVP
Community Events. If you have any questions please contact the Baxter Community Association Office.
Baxter Guest Passes: Passes are available, with advance request, for residents that cannot accompany their guests to the pools or tennis
courts by emailing Kathey Harter, Association Manager, at kharter@comporium.net. More details regarding this on the opposite page.
*There is a $50 charge payable to Baxter Community Association for Seasonal Guest Passes for babysitters, nannies and non-family
members.*
Enforcment & Safety: Anyone caught abusing the pool rules and/or hours is subject to having his or her pool access suspended for a time to
be determined by the Association management. We thank you in advance for following the rules and confining your swimming to the available
hours. With everyone’s cooperation, we will have another safe and enjoyable swim season.
Pool Rules & Regulations for the 2011 Swim Season at both the Community Center & Village Hall Pools
1. The pool area and kiddy pool are for the use and enjoyment of residents, dependents, and guests as provided herein.
2. Swimming is permitted only during the hours contained in this communication / mailing.
3. Use of the swimming pool and kiddy pool and adjacent deck are at user’s own risk at all times. No lifeguard present at kiddy pool any time.
4. State law imposes the following rules with respect to the pool:
a. No running, boisterous or rough play
Baxter Barracudas Swim Team Schedule
b. No person under the influence of alcohol or drugs should use the pool.
Swim Team Practice | M-TH | AM (7:30-11 am) | PM (4-7:30 pm)
c. No spitting or blowing noses in n the pool
Meets | June 7, 11, 18 | 4 pm Setup (no resident swim)
d. No persons with communicable diseases are allowed in the pool
End of Year Party: July 1 st | time pending 2-5 pm (no resident swim)
e. No persons with skin, eye or nasal infections
f. No animals or pets
g. No glass in pool or pool deck
h. No children under the age of 14 years old are allowed in the pool without direct parental supervision (at least 18 years of age).
5. Children that are not potty trained are not permitted in the adult pool unless they are wearing “little swimmers” or a similar type of diaper.
6. The maximum pool depth is six (6) feet. Diving is absolutely prohibited at all times.
7. Smoking and the consumption of alcoholic beverages are not permitted in the pool area or parking lot.
8. Running, ball playing, noisy or hazardous activity or excessive splashing will not be permitted in the pool area.
9. The use of floats, balls, etc. which are inconsiderate, offensive, or which interfere with the peaceful enjoyment and safety of any pool by
others, as determined by management, is prohibited.
10. The use of the pool and pool area shall be in a considerate and respectful manner. As such, the volume of radios, recorders and CD
players shall be kept at a low level at all times. Management may require headphones as it deems necessary to control the volume or
nature of the materials being broadcast that may interfere with the peaceful enjoyment of others.
11. Pool furniture must not be removed from the pool deck.
12. As a matter of courtesy, swimmers and sunbathers should not reserve lounges or chairs.
13. Food and snacks are permitted on the Community Center terrace and pool deck areas. However, no food or drinks are allowed in the pool.
14. All bathers must be appropriately dressed in garments designed specifically as swimwear. No jeans, cut-offs, tank tops, etc. are permitted.
15. Infant children and toddlers are allowed in the adult pool only when accompanied by an adult (also see #5 above).
16. All persons are requested to protect the landscaping and landscaped areas. Activities that could damage or destroy the landscaping are
not allowed. Use of the walks and paved areas is required.
17. The use of the pool area when it is closed is strictly prohibited. Any person caught using the pool while it is closed will lose pool access for
30 days for the first offense. Swim at your Own Risk is no longer permitted.
18. Pools require proper and regular maintenance. Therefore, management will close the pool for cleaning and maintenance as necessary.
19. The pool may be closed for other reasons at the discretion of the management, i.e. Swim Team meets, Community Events, etc.
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Kathey B. Harter | Community Association Manager | kharter@comporium.net | 803/ 548-3375 | www.BaxterFrontPorches.com

Stay Cool with the Pool Rules
The 2012 pool season is almost here and the gates will open beginning in May to welcome each of you out to
enjoy all we have to offer at both the Community Center Pool and the Village Hall Pool. You will find an entire
section online regarding pool rules, dates of operation, hours of operation and swim team meet dates.
Please reference the Frequently Asked Questions below for additional details!
Baxter’s Many Amenities
For so many families our amenities and activities are the core of what life in Baxter means to them. Please remember that
the prompt payment of your dues, whether at the end of the year or at the time of the biannual installments, is crucial to
maintaining the health of our community, amenities and activities. On a similar note, any residents that are delinquent
with payment of Association fees are kindly reminded that you will be suspended from amenity use and Community
Events requiring an RSVP. If you have any questions please contact the Baxter Community Association office.
Pool Parties & Gathering of Groups
As a general rule the pool is limited to resident families and up to 5 of their guests. Please remember that you are required
to call the Association office for a pool party even if all invitees are residents because Pool Parties must be requested
and approved by Association Management to assure safety rules are understood and for planning purposes. Additional
lifeguard fees may apply. Please direct all communication regarding Pool Party Requests to kharter@comporium.net and
include your date request, your name, phone and address with your email!
Pool & Tennis Court Guest Passes
As the summer season hits, we welcome so many out of town guests, both family and friends. If you are unable to escort
your guests to the Pool or Tennis Courts during their stay, please remember that you must secure a Guest Pass for them
prior to the day of their anticipated arrival. Given the demand and residency verification that is required, Guest Passes are
not available for pick up from the Baxter Community Association office without a prior email request. Requests must be
made via email to kharter@comporium.net. Passes for the weekend should be requested no later than Tuesday the week of
when the passes will be used. Please understand that these guidelines have been developed to help everyone secure their
passes before they are in need of them as the Association office does not maintain regular weekend hours.
What is a Guest Pass and When is it needed?
1) Allows Non-Residents to Access the Pools or Tennis Courts as a Guest of the Resident
2) Needed only when the resident will not be present
3) Valid for a specific person, for a specific period of time
4) Must allow at least 5 days to process (passes needed for the weekend should be requested on Monday)
5) GP Request is processed upon BCA approval. GP then created, stamped, copied for the file and laminated.
6) Resident is responsible for GP pickup or make alternative arrangements with the BCA.
*There is a $50 charge payable to Baxter Community Association for Seasonal Guest Passes for babysitters, nannies
and non-family members.*
How do I get Guest Pass?
Submit a GP Request VIA EMAIL to kharter@comporium.net with ALL of the required info no later than the TUESDAY
before the pass is needed! Subject line should be GP Request & details should be listed in the order shown below...
1) Beginning Date / End Date 5) Resident Name
2) Guest Name 6) Resident Mobile Number
3) Guest Mobile Number 7) Resident Address
4) Guest Driver’s License Number
Frequently Asked Questions about the Guest Pass...
1) How old does a guest have to be to be eligible for a guest pass? At least 14 years of age
2) How long can a guest pass be issued for? For as little as one day or the whole season depending on eligibility
3) Does the guest have to bring a picture id with their pass? Yes
4) Do you have to be with your guest? No, this is for use when you will not be with your guest
5) A family is my guest, can all their names be listed on one pass? Yes, but the adult(s) must provide a photo id
Kathey B. Harter Here’s | Community to hoping Association each Manager of | you kharter@comporium.net have a wonderful | 803/ 548-3375 summer | www.BaxterFrontPorches.com
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F all
Festival
&
Market Day
12 th Annual Baxter Town Center November 3 rd , 2012 Noon ~ 6 pm
Display your Products & Services in an Atmosphere that only a Town Festival can bring.
Build Awareness through Giveaways, Raffles, Door Prizes and/or Games.
… PRESENTED BY BAXTER VILLAGE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION WITH THE SUPPORT OF OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS …
$5,000
$2,800
Presenter … Enjoy these Exclusive Benefits*
Premium Logo Placement on Marketing Collateral
Signage/Banner Opportunity
(3x5 Banner w/ grommets must be provided by sponsor)
Category Exclusivity (within level only)
First Right of Refusal
Exclusive Sponsorship of 2 Attractions or Activities
6 Speaking Opportunities
Partner … Enjoy these Value-Added Benefits*
Featured Logo Placement on Marketing Collateral
Exclusive Sponsorship of 1 Attraction or Activity
3 Speaking Opportunities
$200 plus
2012 Official Health Care Sponsor
Activity … Enjoy a Customized Sponsorship*
Match your budget with a specific activity!
From a climbing wall to carnival games and entertainment,
we can select a sponsorship that builds awareness
of your products & services and meets your needs.
$1,600
Patron… Enjoy these Fundamental Benefits*
Logo Placement on Marketing Collateral
Logo Placement on Event Webpage
Access to Event Logo
Recognition at the Event
1 Vendor Booth (approximately 10’x10’; space only)
$50
Booth… Enjoy the Heart of the Festival
Recognition on Marketing Collateral
Recognition on Event Webpage
Access to Event Logo
Recognition at the Event (for activities & giveaways only)
1 Vendor Booth (approximately 10’x10’; space only)
With over 4,500 Visitors & 160 Booth Vendors, this Festival features Moon Bounces, Slides, Prizes,
Giveaways, Games, Children’s Activities, Hay Rides, Food, Drinks, Music, Shopping & Much More!
Return this form with the registration amount associated with Sponsorship Level. All checks made payable to the BAXTER COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION.
MAIL TO OR DEPOSIT IN THE DROP BOX at 3187 Colonel Springs Way, Fort Mill, SC 29708, ATTN Baxter Events
Booths accepted first come/first served and are limited to 2 per vendor. Displays, signs/banners, tents, tables & chairs are the responsibility of the vendor.
Reservations are only guaranteed with payment and are required by September 15 th at 5 pm.
TYPE OF SPONSORSHIP PRESENTER PARTNER PATRON ACTIVITY BOOTH
Business Name
Type of Business
Address, City, State, Zip
Phone Number
Contact Email
Contact Name
Booth Description
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Baxter Community Association ~ 3187 Colonel Springs Way, Fort Mill, SC 29708 ~ 803/ 548-5387 office ~ 803/ 548-3565 fax ~ BaxterEvents@gmail.com

Baxter Choice
Volunteers Always Needed | Everyone Welcome | Questions? BaxterActivities@gmail.com
Typically Events are Rain or Shine however if Inclement Weather threatens check the BFP website or your email for applicable updates!
Ultimate Family Fun Sponsor
Powerful Medicine, Made Personal
Farewell Pizza Party | Sundaes, Games & Fun!
Friday, September 7th | 6:30 - 8:30 pm | Back Porch & Mushroom Pool (Village Hall)
With the pool season winding down we are saying a final farewell to Friday evenings at the pool with
a special “Farewell Friday” at the Village Hall Pool. There will be free Pizza (while it lasts) and we’ll
have a Sundae Bar setup for all to enjoy. We’ll be playing Cornhole and Ladderball. Mingle with new
neighbors or some old friends you haven’t seen in a while (adult beverages welcome). Be sure to
bring a neighbor and join us for a relaxing end to a short week!
Happy Hour Friendly | Pack your cooler with your favorite adult beverages to enjoy responsibly.
Please Note Location | The Community Center pool will remain closed per the seasonal schedule!
(In case of inclement weather, stay tuned to baxterfrontporches.com on day of event.)
For more information, email us at baxteractivities@gmail.com.
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All Ages”...Please email your choice to baxteractivities@gmail.com by September 13th!!
Bring your blankets, chairs, family, friends, popcorn and snacks to the Village Green on Colonel Springs Way.
Seating begins at 8 pm with cartoons that will run until the light is just right for the movie (8:20ish).
Moon Bounce | Provided by our Ultimate Family Fun Sponsor, Piedmont Medical Center
Treats & Sweet Concessions | Provided by FunTimes Shaved Ice enjoy refreshing shaved ice or candy!
Happy Hour Friendly | Pack your cooler with your favorite adult beverages to enjoy responsibly.
Going Green Cotton Candy | Help Melissa Thibodeau & Family.. Abigail and Olivia’s Cotton Candy Sales.
Music in the Park | Todd Wells Band
Saturday, September 15 th | 7-10 pm (Music in the Park) | Community Ctr. Village Green
We are bringing in a little bit of Country music to celebrate the NEXT TO LAST Music in the Park. That’s right
we only have 2 MORE nights of music for you to enjoy on the Green. Join us as we welcome TODD WELLS.
Hailing from the musical city of Atlanta, this up and coming singer/songwriter has shared the stage with Zac
Brown Band, Clay Cook, Jennifer Nettles from Sugarland, and Angie Aparo. The list continues to grow as he
establishes himself as an anchor in the Atlanta/Nashville music scenes and beyond. Self-described as “a little
singer-sonwriter with a twist of pop and poetic lyrics,” he is influenced by guys like Peter Gabriel, Sting, U2,
Nick Drake, and Pearl Jam.
So bring your blankets, chairs, coolers, picnic baskets, games, concession money, family & friends and get
ready for a great night of music in Baxter! Listen Online www.myspace.com/toddbwells.
Moon Bounce | Provided by our Ultimate Family Fun Sponsor, Piedmont Medical Center
Happy Hour Friendly | Pack your cooler with your favorite adult beverages to enjoy responsibly.
Treats & Sweet Concessions | Provided by FunTimes Shaved Ice enjoy refreshing shaved ice or candy!
Going Green Cotton Candy | Help Melissa Thibodeau & Family..Abigail and Olivia’s Cotton Candy Sales.
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When Nature Calls
by Tim Nissen
Happy 40th Birthday Rachelle Settle!
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One great thing about living in Baxter Village is that we are so close
to lots of fun things to do and places to visit. Earlier this year I
had taken a few trips over to Morrow Mountain State Park with
some biking buddies to get in some mountain training rides. Riding
through the park and witnessing the beauty in the landscape and
surrounding area, I decided to take the family over for a camping
weekend.
Morrow Mountain State Park, the third oldest state park in North
Carolina, is located about 45 minutes east of Charlotte, in Stanly
County. Nestled in the Uwharrie Mountains, one of the oldest
mountain ranges in the eastern United States, the park is bordered
on the east by Lake Tillery and the PeeDee River. The parks namesake,
Morrow Mountain, is made up of rhyolite rock, which Native
Americans found ideal for making tools 12,000 years ago. Established
in 1939 and covering over 4,700 acres, Morrow Mountain
State Park offers a variety activities.
The camping area is very nice, and one of the more specious campgrounds
I have ever seen in a state park. Each site has plenty of
room to spread out and is big enough for two large tents, or a
camper and one tent, with room left over. Only 22 of the 106 sites,
all located in loop C, have full electric and water at the sites, while
the rest are primitive but do have restrooms and showers with hot
water. The one downside to the campground, at least in loop C,
is that there is very little vegetation. So, while you are spread out
from other campers, there is little underbrush to dampen noises
and provide privacy. Plus, each loop only has one bathroom facility,
so if you are camping at the far end of a loop, you may have a bit if
a walk to get there. That being said, if you want the park experience
but don’t want to camp, the park has six fully-equipped twobedroom
cabins that sleep six people each.
The park has 10 hiking trails ranging in length from a half mile to
four miles. You can easily combine a number of these trails for a
full afternoon on hiking through the rugged woodlands or along the
river. If you are camping, I would highly recommend taking the Morrow
Mountain Trail for a very rewarding five mile round trip hike
to the top of Morrow Mountain. For the most part this is an easy,
rolling hike, but it does get a bit steep near the mountain top. Pack
a picnic lunch and enjoy the wonderful views while relaxing at the
top before beginning your trek back down the mountain. For horse
lovers, there are also 16 miles of equestrian trails that wander along
Mountain Creek and the base of Morrow Mountain.
In addition to camping and hiking, Morrow Mountain State Park also
offers boating access to the PeeDee River and Lake Tillery. There
are rowboats and canoes available for rent on weekends during the
summer. Fishing is available from an accessible fishing pier or anywhere
along the banks of the river and lake. And for a break from
the heat, the park has a swimming pool, complete with bathhouse,
near the campground.
For those that appreciate the history of an area, the park has an
exhibit hall with exhibits about local Indians, plants and rocks, and
early explorers. You can also visit the homestead of Dr. Frances
Kron, the first physician in the area. The homestead includes a
reconstruction of his house, office, and greenhouse, and appears as
they did in 1790. While you can wander the grounds any time, the
house is only open on Sunday afternoons.
Morrow Mountain State Park is a gem of a park within an easy one
hour drive from Baxter. Whether you head over for a day trip or
will stay for the weekend, you’ll sure to appreciate what the park
has to offer.
Also a volunteer golf coach for the First Tee of Charlotte!
Happy Trails,
Tim
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Trails Tales from the
Baxter Trail Club
As summer draws to a close, the Trail Club is gearing up for some exciting
events; from trail work days to hiking and running events and even a
few fund raisers… And while these outdoor events are going on there
is plenty to do indoors as we get our charter, finances and insurance
coverage in place. There is a lot of opportunity to get involved in the
coming months.
First and foremost, yes, we know this isn’t really exciting
or an event but there is a section of the trail that is
currently closed due to development activity. The area
is off of New Grey Rock Road and connects the trail
along the road to the area where the storm water pond
is located. Clear Springs Development has indicated
that the trail should be able to be re-opened sometime
later this fall. Be on the lookout for updates on the
Club’s FaceBook group as well as by blast email from
the BCA.
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Our first monthly meeting of the
season will be held on September
10th at 7:00 PM in Village Hall.
We are planning on discussing:
The next steps to formalizing
the Club. This includes updates
on governance & finance documents,
dues and other fund raising efforts, as
well as trail work day structure and event mobilization efforts!
September trail work day planning: The September
work day will be held the weekend of the 15th. Work days have historically
been on Saturday mornings from 7:00-12:00 or later depending on
the task(s) we are taking on. We have done some on Sundays too but,
Saturdays seem to work best overall for these
events. We will work to finalize the location
and scope of the work day at the meeting and
discuss potential future efforts.
Trail mapping and marking: We
have an update on the mapping efforts and are
looking for volunteers to help with these efforts.
Help is needed with designing, sourcing and building of markers.
Planning for future outings such as Hikes, Family Mt. Biking, Full Moon
Bon Fires, New Years Day Runs and potential educational and recreational
type opportunities. We are always open to
new ideas so please come out to share yours, especially
if you want to take an active leadership role in
planning it with us.
We are also planning on having a booth at the Fall
Festival to help let people know we are here and
what we are about. We also hope to use this as a
fundraiser and we will need volunteers to help get
us ready and to inform people of what we are about.
To get a deeper understanding of these efforts and
how you can help out, please plan to join us as our
September meeting. Please RSVP on our FaceBook
group event and/or email us!
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Happy Trails!
If you would like more information or to get more involved,
join the Baxter Trail Club group on FaceBook or reach out to:
Mark Van Sickle at mvansickle5199@gmail.com or
Charlie Lieske at charlie.lieske@gmail.com.
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“Kindness in words creates confidence. Kindness in thinking creates
profoundness. Kindness in giving creates love.” Lao Tzu
For my family, the end of summer means lots
of pool time, firefly hunting, ice cream cones
and last minute excursions to our favorite
local places. It is not until the beginning of
August that we generally start to buckle down
and get focused on school. My kids love their
trips to Target, checking off their lists to make
sure that they have everything they need and stuffing their backpacks
full of supplies.
One thing that is generally not on my
mind in July is school supplies - for
my children or others. The School
Supply Drive to benefit the Fort Mill
Care Center kicks off in early July
and is over by August 1 - typically
when people first start thinking about
supplies! The Fort Mill Care Center
helps hundreds of needy families in
our community and begins distributing backpacks and supplies by
August 1. It is a challenging timeframe for many of us. Helping Hands
was asked by the Care Center to provide 50 backpacks for needy high
schoolers. This is a group that is typically underserved in terms of
school supplies but is often the neediest demographic.
We kicked off our School Supply Drive on July 15th and
planned our Backpack Stuffing Day for July 28th. We
decorated and put out our bins. We stuffed flyers into
mailboxes. We tweeted and facebooked. We sent out
emails with shameless pleas for supplies. We received
a very generous donation of backpacks from The Palm
Gifts and from a local Baxter resident, enough to meet
our goal. All we needed were supplies. Three days
before our event most of us had only cobwebs in our
bins instead of paper and pens.
But then, in true Baxter fashion, the supplies came
flooding in! It was truly an amazing success. Volunteers showed up for
our Backpack Stuffing Day. We were able to stuff 82 backpacks along
with an additional 16 bags of school supplies ready for backpacks.
This is almost double what we provided last year! Additionally we
provide 3 huge boxes of extra supplies to the Fort Mill Care Center.
Thank you to everyone who donated, assembled and collected
supplies. It was a great success and those backpacks are a blessing
to so many young people in our community.
Special thanks to the following:
The Palms Gifts
Six Pence Pub
Champion TaeKwonDo
Above and Beyond Learning Store
Boy Scout Troop 219
Cluster Captains & Helping Hands Volunteers
(hand delivering 1500 flyers!)
Helping Hands Updates:
Cluster Captains Needed
3,4,5,6,11,14 & 21
Our fall Blood Drive is scheduled for October, date to be
determined.
Email to volunteer! baxterhelpinghands@gmail.com
Follow us on Facebook at “Baxter Helping Hands” or on
Twitter at @BaxterHelpHands
You can find us on Baxter Front Porches under “Clubs &
Organizations” and “Helping Hands.”

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Upon landing in San Jose, California we were
greeted by the sun and warm spring temperatures.
We headed straight out to the middle
of nowhere, otherwise known as Fort Hunter
Liggett, now home of William Randolph
(W.R.) Hearst’s former hunting lodge, “The
Hacienda.” It’s nothing short of surreal. We
entered the vast expanse of the base through
a guarded checkpoint and then wound our
way past the PX, a bowling alley, theatre,
fire station and then The Hacienda came into
view. It’s a gorgeous, Julia Morgan Spanish
colonial design complete with an arcaded first
story and a tower – which served as our home away from home. On our first night the
Army band and chorus were out back practicing. Of course we had to wander over and
check it out. It was fun to hang on the fringes and take it all in.
We made our first trek off the base by taking what appeared to be no more than a glorified
bike path that twisted up and around, and eventually over the mountain to reveal the
ocean. It was truly jaw-droopingly, stunningly, beautiful once we got over the holy MOLEY
moment of no guardrails and zero visibility around every hairpin turn. It took us three hours
to travel all of around 120 miles. But, without question, it was worth every white-knuckle
minute. We only encountered two cars the whole journey over the mountain, and oddly
they were both headed in the opposite direction. The scenery we enjoyed on our way to
US1 was the perfect primer for what the Hearst Castle’s “Enchanted Hill” had in store for
us. We toured the gardens, portions of the 60,000-square-foot “casa grande” and one of
the guesthouses (it has 18 rooms). The great room in casa grande is 2,500 square feet!
When W.R. was 10 his mother whisked him off to Europe for the Hearst family version of
the grand tour. It lasted nearly two years. Apparently when your father is the 10th richest
man in the world that’s not a big deal – especially when you’re the sole heir. The castle’s
architectural influences, artwork, and gardens clearly became an amalgam of all the images
gathered from W.R’s travels over the years.
A tsunami slammed into Japan while we were in California and the remnants lapped at
our shores as we headed out once again on US1 en route to W.R’s place. We chose the
more direct route this a.m. However, we did stop at a funky compound complete with resident
goats enjoying breathtaking views of the ocean from their idyllic little paddock. After
getting a snack and entertaining the goats we headed back out. We wandered our way
around two little towns that were both the very definition of charming.
We started in the heart of wine country – Paso Robles. “Paso” is all about its vineyards
and tasting rooms. However, we really enjoyed the main square. It’s straight out of the
1950s. A Carnegie Library takes pride of placement in the center of the square and is
bordered by funky shops, cafes, galleries – tasting rooms, of course – and restaurants. It
was great to see such a thriving arts district. The sidewalks, parks and architecture made
it a perfect place to stroll.
We left Paso Robles bound for the next storybook town on our list – Cambira. Just like
Paso Robles, Cambria is wonderfully pedestrian-friendly and bursting with tempting shops,
galleries and great architecture. Each storefront greets visitors with a welcoming Dutch
door. It was a gloriously sunny day so the top half of all the doors were swung open allowing
breezes, visitors and dogs to waft in and out.
We headed back to W.R.’s place to experience the castle by light of the moon… Spectacular
by sunlight, the castle is pure magic when basked in moonlight. It’s hard to imagine
living in such opulence on a daily basis. The indoor pool, when illuminated by alabastertopped
fixtures, transforms at night into a dream-like setting. It was all shadow and light,
and nooks and crannies, with hints of gold glinting everywhere. During evening tours there
are people dressed in period clothing wandering the grounds doing things W.R.’s guests
would have done – mainly eating, drinking, gambling and then attending the mandatory
viewing of the movie in the theatre – usually a film starring his girlfriend, actress and
dancer, Marion Davies. W.R. allowed his female
guests to gamble and shoot pool right alongside
their male counterparts, quite progressive for that
era. I found it amusing that the incredibly remote
site had electricity and a private airstrip from day
one – not to mention phone service.
We ended our last day of the trip back in San Jose
with a repeat to a “Diners, Drive Ins & Dives” find –
Falafel Drive In -- which was all of three miles from
our charming Victorian B&B.
Biggest surprise of the trip – the unimaginably
vast, open expanses of wine country. From San Jose to Paso Robles there is just nothing
but vegetable farms giving way to vineyards for miles and miles. I had no idea there was
so much open land (let alone scenic rolling foothills) in the great state of California. The trip
has changed our perception of the state entirely – which is exactly why we travel.
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Off Leash Dog Park Day at Tega K9
Drop in on Saturday, September 15th
from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Does your Baxter child have four legs, a tail, and say, “woof”?
Then this is the club for you! The Baxter Bow Wows is a social
club designed for adults and their furry children to have some
fun in the sun while enjoying dog friendly activities.
Join us to “Unleash Your Beast” at Tega K9’s Training and Daycare
facility here in Fort Mill. We will have off leash play time
in the fenced outdoor area for our pups between 10am - 12pm
on Saturday, September 15th. Feel free to stay the entire time
or just drop by when you can. Jennel Cooper, the owner of
Tega K9 Training and Daycare, will be our host for this event.
For more information about Tega K9 check out their website at
TegaK9.com, or call 803-818-0643. Don’t forget to mark your
calendars for September 15th at Tega K9 for a couple hours of
fun and frolic with our furry friends! Tega K9 is
located at 1652 Katy Lane, Fort Mill (in the Fort Mill Business
Center off 160 across from Taco Bell).
*If you are not a current client of Tega K9, please bring proof of
up to date vaccination records with you to the event.
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Meet Simon! He is a Yorkie/
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group Recycled Pet’s as he
waits for his forever home.
He is a sweet little boy who
is 6 months old. He loves to
sit in your lap and plays well
with other dogs and toys.
His beautiful sister Jeanette,
is also up for adoption. Their
mom and 4 siblings have already
found their forever
* Simon *
homes, and they are hoping that it will be their turn next!
If you are interested in learning more about Simon or Jeanette
you can check out the Recycled Pet’s website at
www.recycledpets.rescuegroups.org. Recycled Pet’s will be
at Petsmart in Rock Hill on Sunday September 9th & 23rd
from 12:00 – 3:00. If you would like to meet any of their sweet
babies up for adoption, e-mail Jen McKinley at jen.mckinley@
yahoo.com. All dogs are up-to-date on shots, wormed, on
heartworm preventative, micro chipped and altered (spayed/
neutered), prior to adoption.
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Where does the time go? Summer is gone and we are back
to school already. I hope you enjoyed some fun times and
made a summer scrapbook of your memories. I use a site
called Shutterfly to make mine. I am not computer savvy
and this site is easy to navigate. Sign up and take advantage
of the discounts they offer. You can make gifts such as
calendars, mugs, t-shirts and more. Great ideas for holiday
gift giving. I like to make a photo book of our vacations.
We joined the YAHA group for a trip to Columbia. You must
take a ride and spend the day there. It’s only a little more
than an hour away . The Columbia Museum of Art, The Ed
Venture Childrens Museum, and the South Carolina State
Museum are just some of the places to visit. We went to
see the Titanic Artifact Exhibition. The state museum is the
only museum in the southeast to host this exhibit. The museum
itself is an old mill. There are many other things to
see there. The one I was most interested in was the Civil
War. This exhibit will be done in phases over a four year period
and is very impressive. If you have a student studying
the Civil War this is a must see. Columbia is a great family
outing. Besides the museums there is the State House and
the Zoo. There is no shortage of places to eat. This time
we lunched at Motor Supply Company. This restaurant has
won many awards and was top notch. If you are planning
lunch get there early or for dinner I would recommend a
reservation. Speaking of award winning restaurants, one
of my faves right here in Fort Mill just was awarded Four
Diamonds by AAA - Passion 8 Bistro. It looks a little iffy
from the outside and a bit eclectic inside BUT the food is
what you go for. The menu changes seasonally so you are
never bored. They feature an upscale menu and use many
local ingredients in their dishes.
By the time you read this the hoopla from all the political
conventions will be over and you can start planning some
uptown events. The symphony, opera and the Blumenthal
theater all have their fall programs listed. Don’t forget to
check out the local colleges for theater and musical events
including CPCC and Winthrop University.
The fall brings a slew of fairs and festivals. Greenville, SC.
has their annual food fest called Euphoria September 20-
23 and the South Carolina State Fair is October 10 -21.
The Yiasou Greek Festival takes place in Charlotte September
13-16. This is their 35th year. With the crowds I saw
last year they must be doing something right. Go early because
it gets pretty crowded. Check your Sunday paper for
other events. With Halloween right around the corner there
are hayrides, corn mazes and of course the scare fest at
Carowinds. A fun night uptown is the Haunted History Tour.
Charlotte has some pretty dark tales.
The fall is also a great time to sign up and take some
classes. Johnson and Wales has some unique culinary
experiences on Saturday mornings. CPCC has a variety
of classes to choose from. Improve your golf game , learn
how to bake artisan breads and even strengthen your core
muscles with a Belly Dance class. There are so many opportunities
to learn something new. And don’t forget the library.
There are always events going on there for all ages.
By now you know I am always looking for new places to
dine. A cute place in Pineville is Two On Earth Bakery &
Cafe. A cute little place for lunch that features freshly made
salads, panini, quiches and baked goods. They open at
7am and serve breakfast. Their baked goods vary from day
to day and offer both sweet and savory scones. Yum! After
you fill your tummy walk around Main Street and browse
the antique shops. A shop right next door is Z Furnishings.
They offer many locally made items and it’s a fun place
to poke around. The owner is an upbeat guy who enjoys
showing you around the shop. This place has some unique
accessories to boot and some items can be custom made.
Well I hope you have some new ideas to try.
Until next month
Explore and Enjoy! Tish
Feel free to send me questions or suggestions at
tishravesandreviews@yahoo.com
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smallest
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Ashlee Mathey, Resident Columnist
of
Green
As a child, my birthday celebrations were typically small, primarily
family, gatherings. My mom would bake and decorate a cake; there
were a few balloons, and several humble gifts. Though I am not one to
complain about any size event in which I am the focus, I often secretly
wished for an extravagant revelry celebrating my fabulous existence!
Because I desired a lavish birthday party growing up, I now feel the
need to host them for my children! (Totally for them, not me, of course!)
This month my oldest son will be three and his first two bashes were
magnificent, pricey, imaginative, and completely environmentally
irresponsible! This year I am throwing my inhabitot’s first green
birthday party and I am determined to make it even more
ingenious than his previous two!
Obviously, a cyber invitation is best, but it just doesn’t feel right if I
can’t put it in a scrapbook! Because Tytus’ party is a jungle/zoo theme,
how better to announce it than on requests printed on elephant
poo paper! www.poopoopaper.com It saves trees and uses a
sustainable material that has few uses.
As a mother, I do not want the focus of my child’s celebration to be on
his gifts. Instead of presents, this year we are asking that attendants
bring a contribution for Tytus’ charity jar. After his party, Ty’s offerings will
enable him to become an “endangered species carousel sponsor”
at the Riverbanks Zoo in Columbia, SC. He will be able to visit the
zoo all year, ride the endangered species merry-go-round, and see his
name on a plaque above his circling animal! My hope is that he will
feel proud to have helped, and possibly saved, an endangered species
because of his third-year life celebration!
I shutter to think about the masses of wasteful and harmful decorations
I have purchased in the past, just to toss after a few hours of use! This
year, live plants will fill the house to give it a “jungle” feel. I ordered
several paper panda shaped balloons from www.amazon.com and a
Nature Sounds Meditation CD will play in the background.
Ideally, everyday dishes would be used and washed afterwards. My
column is called Queen of Green, not The Greenest Queen! Gatherings
are already so much work, why add dish washing to the chore list!
However, I did purchase sustainable bamboo plates and utensils that
can be pitched after one use. They are sturdy, organic, biodegradable…
and jungle chic! You can find them at most Earth Fare or World Market
stores. (No worries, cloth napkins will be used and presented as
animal origami on the table!)
I am making a vegan chocolate cake and will serve fun, healthy fruits
and veggies that resemble animals. If it looks fun, kids usually eat and
adore it! Play with Your Food by Joost Elffers offers phenomenal
menu ideas with easy directions!
What is a party without a favor? Typically these goodie bags are made
of paper and filled with unhealthy candy and cheap plastic toys that
are chucked before getting out of the (hybrid) car. So not green! Ty’s
guests will each take home a reusable tote adorned with their names.
During his gala, the kids will each create a sock monkey to drop in their
personalized sacks. Also, inside each individualized carrier will be a
wooden animal puzzle and a ticket to the Riverbanks Zoo so T’s guests
may visit and ride the carousel animal they helped Tytus to sponsor.
Parents will also be given one of the live, leafy party décor plants to take
home.
It may seem as though an eco party alternative may cost more “green,”
but it truly does not. The tricks are to not invite every Stephanie, Kevin
and their brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles, and cousins; do not make so
much food that the leftovers will not fit in your fridge afterwards; and
be selective with your planning. (Spend more on what you feel is most
important, weather that be favors, decorations, or entertainment.)
Challenge yourself to keep your tot’s next hoorah simple, eco, and fun!
If successful, Karma and Mother Nature will surely RSVP!
Peace, and remember this September, Evites save trees!
Questions or comments?
Email me at: baxtersqueenofgreen@gmail.com
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SEPTEMBER Details
Don’t forget to check out Baxter Choice for more events!
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Baxter Playgroup
Starting at 9:45 am | Every Wednesday
Community Center 3 rd Floor | Join Baxter toddlers (and moms/dads) each week for a great playdate! Enjoy Kindermusik
with Ms. Tracy every Wednesday. Fill your mornings with music starting at 9:45-10:30 for 18mo-3yr olds (plus siblings if
any) and again at 11-11:45 for 0-18mo. Questions? tracy@mymusicalconnections.com or 704.916.9252
Baxter MOMS (Preggo - Toddlers) ** New Club **
Email for Dates/Times
Varies | Expecting mom? new mom? toddler mom? Then this is the group for you! Working and stay at home moms welcome!
Group activities include (mommy & me, mom’s night out, etc.) throughout the month. Email for access to our private Facebook
Group page. Outside solicitations are not encouraged. Interested? Jayme Curry-Tucker (mejay311@gmail.com)
Baxter MOMS (Elementary - Middle) ** New Club **
Email for Dates/Times
Varies | Working and stay at home moms invited to chat with other moms, ask opinions and get recommendations on sports,
dance, transition to middle school, babysitter list, etc. Activities include moms night out, playdates for elementary, etc. Email to
attain access to our private Facebook Group page. Interested? Kristin Antemann (baxtermoms@gmail.com)
Baxter Scrappers
11 am - 9 pm | 2 nd Saturday
Village Hall, Conference Room | We welcome you to scrapbook with us. Learn how to preserve you memories in both
Traditional and Digital methods that are Quick and Easy. The fee is $5 and BYOS (Bring your own snack/drink) or feel free to
take a break and visit one of our local eateries. Weekend Retreat Oct 14-16. RSVP encouraged! Questions? Suggestions?
Paula Bryant (cmscrapbooker@msn.com | www.mycmsite.com/paulabryant)
Baxter Stitchers
1 - 4 pm | 3 rd Thursday
Village Hall | Looking for a relaxing afternoon? Join us as we work on our projects and share ideas with fellow Baxter
neighbors. All are welcome! Questions? RSVP? Nancy Burroughs (nanburros@comporium.net | 803/ 802-0286)
Book Club ~ Breakfast
(resumes in August) 9:30 am | 2 nd Thursday
The Breakfast Book club will break for the summer. The summer reading selection is The Book Thief by Markus Zusak. We will
discuss this book when we resume August 9 at the home of Diane Hiteshue, Savona Terrace. Any questions, please call
(803) 372-1033.
Book Club ~ Evening
(Sept 20th) 7 pm | 3 rd Thursday
The Baxter Evening Book Club will be meeting on Thursday, September 20, at 7 pm at Village Hall.
Bill Bryson’s book, At Home, will be discussed. For further information please contact Eric and Nancy Fricke at
naneric@comporium.net or 396-3841.
Bow Wows Club
10:00 am - 12:00 pm | Saturday, September 15 th
If your Baxter Child has 4 legs, a tail & say’s “woof” this is the club for you! Enjoy dog friendly outings with this social club.
Don’t forget to mark your calendars for September 15th at Tega K9 for a couple hours of fun and frolic with our furry friends!
Tega K9 is located at 1652 Katy Lane, Fort Mill (in the Fort Mill Business Center off 160 across from Taco Bell). Questions? Jen
McKinley (jen.mckinley@yahoo.com)
Bridge Club
1:00 - 4:30 pm | Every Friday
Village Hall | All levels of players are encouraged to join the Bridge Club. Be sure to come along with a friend and any snack
you wish enjoy. Questions? Peggy & Dick Hamby (hamby@comporium.net | 803/ 802-2246)
Bunco Club ** New Club **
7:30 pm | First Thursday
Village Hall | Enjoy this partnered dice game that is fun & social! All levels of players are encouraged but multiples of 4 are
required. Email at least the day ahead to reserve your space. RSVP? Questions? Kristine Veltri (kristineveltri@hotmail.com)
Fort Mill Fly Fishers
7 - 9 pm | Last Thursday
Community Center | Join local fishermen each month to explore the intricacies of saltwater and freshwater fly fishing.
Novices and experienced anglers are welcome. Let this be your first time to join us! Questions? Chris Smith (wvyou@
comporium.net) or Chris Springs (803/ 448-9050)
Friday Lunch Club
12:30 pm | 2 nd Friday
Varies | Work from your home and need a chance to get out of the office? Meet fellow entrepreneurs and remote workers for
lunch. Questions? RSVP? Pat Gray (pgray@prevoyancegroup.com | 803/ 412-4446)
Golf Club **New Restart Club**
varies | email with best day to play
Varies | Enjoy a friendly round of golf with fellow Baxter residents and their friends at local golf clubs. This is a re-start of our
club that lost it’s leader last year. Interested? Email your best day to play! Tom MacPherson (TomM@SummitAcquisitions.com)
Helping Hands
(Upcoming Blood Drive in October - stay tuned)
The York County Council On Aging needs YOU!! They have many volunteer opportunities to fit into everyone’s busy schedule.
Please visit their website at www.yccoa.org to find more information on how you can get help today! Cluster Captains Needed
3,4,5,6,11,14 & 21. Our fall Blood Drive is scheduled for October, date to be determined. Effort minimal, reward substantial.
Questions? BHH (BaxterHelpingHands@gmail.com)
Mah Jong
1 - 4 pm | Every Tuesday
Village Hall | Join neighbors for a friendly game of “American” Mah Jong. Don’t know how to play... no worries they’ve been
practicing and will be happy to help you learn! Questions? Jeanne Engle (kjengle@comporium.net)
Mountain Biking Club
2 pm | Every Sunday
Baxter Imaging Parking Lot | Join neighbors for a mountain bike ride on the Baxter trails. New members always welcome to
join us. No RSVP needed. Questions? Kristen Booth (baxmtbclub@gmail.com)
Poker Club
7:30 pm | 2 nd Monday
Community Center | New leader invites you to join the fun! Welcoming guys, gals, singles and couples for Baxter game
nights. Questions? Biagio Cerbelli (www.cerbelli.com/poker.html | baxpoker@gmail.com)
Trail Club
7 pm | 2 nd Monday
Our first monthly meeting of the season will be held on September 10th at 7:00 PM in Village Hall. We are planning on
discussing: the next steps to formalizing the Club, trail mapping and marking & planning future outings. Trail Work
Day is scheduled for the weekend of 9/15, location to be finalized at our first meeting. Want to get involved? Join Baxter
Trail Club group on Facebook and reach out to: Mark Van Sickle at mvansickle5199@gmail.com or Charlie Lieske at charlie.
lieske@gmail.com.
YAHAs - Young at Heart Adults
9:30 am | Wed., September 19th
On Wednesday, September19th at 9:30am we will be touring the newly renovated Federal Reserve Bank, plus the cash
operations in Charlotte. The tour will last 1 and 1/2 hours. The Federal Reserve Bank is located at 530 East Trade, and there
is parking across the street at $5 dollars. We will meet at the Community Center at 8:30am and car pool. After the tour we
will enjoy lunch at the Pewter Rose on South Blvd. Contact Tish Bialecki at tishb225@yahoo.com to let her know you are
coming. Thanks!
Interested in Leading? BaxterActivities@gmail.com | 3 rd Book Club, Supper Club, Performing Arts Club

Beef O’ Brady’s
• Karaoke Night ~ Every Friday | Starts at 9 pm: Join us dinner then stay to sing... or sing-along
• Kids Eat Free ~ Every Tuesday Night | 5 to 8 pm and also Every Sunday | All Day
• Party Room Rentals of 5 th Quarter | Let Mike & the gang help you be the host with the most! Offsite Catering Available!
• Live Music ~ Select Nights | Enjoy live music on the patio on select nights.
• Beef’s Supports Local Groups | Sit at our “Booth at Beef’s” and the group of the week receives a % of weekly sales!
Bump Maternity Boutique
• New fashions have arrived! | New extended sizing and affordable designer selections.
• Growing Gift Shop Items | Come visit our expanded baby gift shop.
• Shop Online | Visit us anytime at www.thebump-maternity.com.
Champion Taekwondo
• Trail Pricing! Group & Private instruction (ages 4 - adult) | Trial program is $20 for 3 lessons, includes a beginner uniform.
No appointment needed, check the class schedule online and come in to try any age and level appropriate time. Questions?
Schedule? www.championTKDbaxter.com | info@championTKDbaxter.com | 803/ 396-KICK (5425)
• Baxter Helping Hands - Donation Location | We are proud to join forces with Baxter Helping Hands as a donation location
for all of their collection drives ~ Shoeboxes for Seniors (November)
Coco Pilates & BodyWorks
• Great News Just In!! | COCO was voted Best Pilates Studio for 2011 in Top of the Times
• NEW! COCO Massage | Baxter NEW Client Special - COCO Signature Massage $40
• Perfect Gift Giving | Visit us to learn more about our gift cards & specials! | www.cocopilates.com | 803/ 802-BODY
Coxon Lifestyle Management
• 2012 IDEAL LOSER | Our annual weight Loss competition has ended but the possibilty to see results has only just begun!
Call 803/ 370-4294 for details.
FishMarket
• Twofer Tuesdays ~ Happy Hour in the Bar | $2 drafts and two for one “Delicious Little Dishes” bar menu!
• Celebrations & Special Occasions ~ Make us part of your special celebration, intimate or grand we can suite a wide variety
of party sizes. Call for more details! 803/ -547-4024
Fratelli
• DELIVERY Service to Baxter Residents... You can get your favorite Fratelli’s dish even when you stay in! Choose from any
dish on our menu in the convenience of your own home. Orders? 803/ 802-4449 | www.fratellibaxter.com
• Catering | Let Fratelli cater your next Corporate or Family Function!
• Fratelli now offers our Full Bar on Sundays | Our new Lunch Menu features Subs, Salads & Pizza by the Slice everyday.
• KIDS EAT FREE! | Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday Nights... Choices limited to Kids Menu Items only please.
Grapevine Wine Shop | Wine Bar
• Mondays are Wine Appreciation Day | Corkage waived EVERY Monday! Details? 803-802-WINE | grapevinewinebar.com
• Sundays are FUNdays! DIY Mimosa & Michelada Bar @ 11am-5pm; We also Kill a Cask of unique fresh beer one Sunday each
month, usually the 3rd Sunday. Check website or facebook for details.
• Charlotte Oktoberfest ~ Get your TICKET TO RIDE! We have, again, procured the only double-decker bus in the Charlotte
area and will be offering rides from Baxter Town Center to Charlotte Oktoberfest and back again on September 29th. Please see
www.mygrapevineonline.com/events.htm for all the details.
• October 13 ~ Fall Fiasco Wine MEGAtasting @ 2-7pm with Donnie Honeycutt LIVE. We open 60 bottles of wine to taste. $25
Lui Lui’s Asian Bistro
• Now Delivering to Baxter ~ New menu, new management & new delivery service to Baxter Residents!
McAlister’s Deli ** Now Open on Market Street**
• Hand crafted, fresh, made to order menu items. Download a menu online at www.mcalistersdeli.com
Miller Street Dance Academy
• Now Enrolling New Students | www.millerstreetdanceacademy.com. Classes for all ages and adults now available!
New Point Learning Center
• On-Track Tutoring | Keep your children on-track with tutoring on the subject that is the biggest challenge.
Details? www.NewPointLearning.com/fortmill_sc/ | 803/ 396-7950
• SAVE $50 | Enjoy $50 off of our normal $75 new student registration. Welcome Baxter Residents!
Om Yoga
• Commuinty Support | We are proud to announce that our Karma Yoga classes have raised money for the Susan G. Komen
Foundation and for Pilgrims’ Inn, a non-profit serving families and children who are at risk of homelessness in Rock Hill and York
County, SC in 2011. Help us continue in 2012 & begin classes today! Maria Lages (803/ 396-0493 | info@omyogasc.com)
Playroom Academy of Music
• Now Enrolling | Visit www.theplayroomacademy.com to discover all of our learning opportunities. Join the family today!
• Gifts from the Playroom | Be sure to visit our store for gift selections for the musical ones in your life!
Piedmont Urgent Care at Baxter Village
• Sports & Camp Physicals Now Available for $39.99 | Prepare now for spring sports activities and summer camp! Please
bring immunization records and any required forms for completion. We accept cash, checks or credit cards. No insurance can
be filed for physicals. Questions? 803/ 396-8100 | 502 Sixth Baxter Crossing
• Spirit of Women | Enjoy free or low-cost fun & educational health-related events in our community in addition to having
access to special discounts from local merchants rewarding a commitment to healthier living. Join free of charge at https://
checkboxweb.etenet.com/Survey.aspx?s=abfcd7e7f5554ba4a456d30c40644f77. Questions? Kim Brock (803/ 329-6828)
Sayago’s Latin Cafe & Creamery
• Come enjoy delicious Latin & Spanish fare at our charming family restaurant. We feature such favorites as, empanadas, tacos,
quesadillas, carnitas, yucca, plantains and black beans with rice. Try our signature cafe’ con leche made with our Cuban espresso;
add ice cream with milk and make it a “Cubano” or “Cuban Ice Cream Espresso Shake.” If you haven’t had our house Sangria,
this would be a must.
• KID’S EAT FREE: Monday & Wednesday/1 Free Kid’s Meal per Adult Purchase
• BREAKFAST: Saturday 9am-Noon/Try our delicious classics, as well as, our unique and delicious Latin infused items.
• COMING TO SAYAGO’S: Delicious Rotisserie Chicken & even more “Spanish & Latin Infusion
Six Pence Pub
• Kids Eat Free | Sunday ~ Thursday all day. One free kids meal per adult purchase. Eat well without breaking the family bank!
• Martini’s & Music | Every Thursday. Enjoy half priced martini’s and live music with Mike Waters. A great mid-week break!
• Baxter Helping Hands - Donation Location | We are proud to join forces with Baxter Helping Hands as a donation location
for all of their collection drives ~ Shoeboxes for Seniors (November)
YMCA of Fort Mill
• For more info & registration online: http://www.upymca.org/register
• NEW WEBSITE now Online | Visit us online to see what’s happening, www.upymca.org. Details/Questions? 803/ 548-8020
Learn more about all BTC Merchants | www.BaxterFrontPorches.com | BTC Merchant Directory
What’s Happening Around Town events!
BaXter Town Center
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BAXTER
September
2012
Kathey Harter, Association Manager
803/ 548-3375 | kharter@comporium.net
Baxter Bulletin, BaxterBulletinAds@gmail.com
Network, BaxterNetwork@gmail.com
Activiteis, BaxterActivities@gmail.com
Bulletin
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
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Mountain Bike Club
2pm (Bax Img Ctr)
Mountain Bike Club
2pm (Bax Img Ctr)
Mountain Bike Club
2pm (Bax Img Ctr)
Mountain Bike Club
2pm (Bax Img Ctr)
2 Labor Day 3 4 5 6 ARC Applications 7
DUE NOON SHARP
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Kindermusik |
9:45-10:30 &
Poker Club | 7:30pm
Mah Jong | 1-4 pm
Friday Lunch Club
12:30 pm
Baxter Scrappers
11 am - 9 pm (VH)
9 10 11 12 13 14 Trail Work Day 15
Kindermusik |
7-12 noon (variesemail
for 9:45-10:30 &
time)
Trail Club | 7pm
(V. Hall)
Community Watch
Captains meeting |
7 PM (C.Ctr.)
Mah Jong | 1-4 pm
Mah Jong | 1-4 pm
11-11:45 (C.Ctr.)
11-11:45 (C.Ctr.)
Deadline for Fall
Festival &
Market Day
Bunco | 7:30 pm
Fly Fishers | 7 pm
Bridge Club | 1 pm
Farewell Pool Pizza
Party | 6:30-8:30 pm
(VH)
Bridge Club | 1 pm
Twilight Movie Night
8:00 pm (C.Ctr.)
Bridge Club | 1 pm
Bow Wows | Off the
Leash
10 am - 12 pm
Music in the Park
7-10 pm (C.Ctr.)
16 17 18 19 Stitchers Club 20 21 22
Kindermusik | 1-4pm
9:45-10:30 &
11-11:45 (C.Ctr.)
BCA Voting Members
Mtg. | 6:30 pm
Evening Book Club |
7 pm (V.Hall)
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Kindermusik |
Mah Jong | 1-4 pm 9:45-10:30 &
Bridge Club | 1 pm
11-11:45 (C.Ctr.)
Email your choice
for Movie Night
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Ultimate Family Fun Sponsor
Pools Open
Powerful Medicine, Made Personal
A Very Special Volunteer Thank You Goes Out to all of our Amazing Volunteers for the Month of August!
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Full 2012 Calendar Available Online | www.BaxterFrontPorches.com | RSVP, Questions, Comments... BaxterActivities@gmail.com
Advertising Rates | Business Card: $50 | Quarter: $75 | Half: $150 | Half Vertical: $165 | Full: $250 | Deadline 15 th , Monthly
Questions (Advertising & Submissions) can be emailed to Angie Radovanovic (BaxterBulletinAds@gmail.com)