Long Creek Plantation, Simpsonville, SC

January 2013
Long Creek Plantation
www.longcreekplantation.homestead.com
Valentine Painting Class!
January 27th
2pm
LCP Clubhouse
LCP Contact Info
Property Manager:
NorCon Property Management
Phone: 284.6515
Fax: 284.6563
[email protected]
LCP Book Club
January 21st
7pm
Board of Directors:
President: Mark Collett
757-9864
[email protected]
Vice President: Kathleen Stevens
[email protected]
307-689-1323
Treasurer: John DAoust
RSVP to Amie at 389.6006
Home of Jane Stagner
405 Wingcup Way
395.2227
We will be discussing
Miracle at St. Anna’s by James McBride.
640 - 7142
[email protected]
Secretary: Lorri Downing
228 - 7011
[email protected]
Member at Large: Al Seller
325 - 5673
Architectural Committee
Chairperson : Jon Moldovan
[email protected]
Social Committee Chairperson:
Amie Dotson
804-389-6006
[email protected]
Communications Committee
Chairperson: John D'Aoust
(same information as
above)
Pool Committee Chair :
Sean Barber
[email protected]
Nature Trail Committee Chair
Mark Collett
[email protected]
:
Yard of the Month
December 2012
413 Crossvine
Superbowl Party
February 3rd
Long Creek Clubhouse
RSVP to Amie at 389.6006
Trail gives LCP an edge on the competition
Our trail system is unique and can truly be a competitive advantage over
the competition. Here homeowners can walk, hike, bike, jog, dog walk or
just go exploring with the kids. LCP is working on expanding the trail
system to link up with neighboring subdivisions to give us even more outdoor access. I walk my dogs on the trail every chance I get. I usually see
something of interest every time – turkeys, owls, hawks, deer, belted kingfishers, herons, box turtles, and the occasional non-venomous snake. I’ve
even seen beavers, foxes, bobcats and otters.
So come and enjoy this free outdoor experience on groomed trails and get to know our Reedy River.
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" When Gordon cleaned my carpets, he said they were in good shape and would look just like new when he was done. A few days later we had some
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January 15-20, Sister Act, Peace Center, Sister Act tells the story of Deloris Van Cartier, a wannabe diva whose
life takes a surprising turn when she witnesses a crime and the cops hide her in the last place anyone would think
to look...a convent! Under the suspicious watch of Mother Superior, Deloris helps her fellow sisters find their
voices as she unexpectedly rediscovers her own! www.peacecenter.org
Now-January 21, Ice on Main will return to downtown Greenville on November 23, 2012, and remain open
through January 21, 2013 – eight full weeks of skating excitement. Greenville's only outdoor rink will incorporate
new features this season such as increased spectator areas and original student artwork. Clear dasher boards will
also be installed to enhance rink visibility. Follow us on twitter @IceOnMain to learn about upcoming events and
opportunities to win free tickets!
January 22, Black Watch and the Band of the Scots Guard, Bi-Lo Center, www.bilocenter.com
January 24-26, An Angel’s Attic Children’s Consignment Sale, St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, 2252
Woodruff Road, Simpsonville. Thursday: 9am-8pm, Friday: 9am-8pm, Saturday: 9am-2pm ***many items 1/2
price on Saturday. www.anangelsatticsale.org
January 24-27, Upstate SC Boat Show, TD Convention Center, www.tdconventioncenter.com
January 25-26, Advanced Auto Parts Monster Jam, Bi-Lo Center. Buy in advance. All ticket prices increase by
$2 on the day of the show. www.bilocenter.com
January 29, Circus Animal Walk, 9am-10:15am, Downtown Greenville, Circus animals will arrive on train to the
train station on West Washington St they will proceed down W.Washington St to left on Richardson, right on Elford and left on Church St and into the BiLO Center parking lot.
January 30-February 3, Ringling Bros. and Barnum and Bailey Circus: Built to Amaze! Tickets start at
$15.50 . Opening day tickets are only $10! www.bilocenter.com
February 1-10, Charlotte’s Web, Peace Center, Whether you are 2 or 92, SCCT has something for YOU! Celebrating our 2012-2013 season, we combine local talent and the magic of the stage to provide the finest family entertainment and live theatre experience to the Upstate.Tickets on sale now! Download order form online at scchildrenstheatre.org or call the Peace Center at 864.467.3000.
February 8-10, Switch-A-Roos Children’s Consignment Sale, TD Convention Center,
www.switcharoosconsignment.com
The Greenville Road Warriors are a minor league hockey affiliate of the New York Rangers who play right here
in Greenville. They play a variety of dates at the Bi-Lo Center! Tickets start as low as $9. The games are a fun
night out for the family! Check out their schedule at www.bilocenter.com. Ticket prices go up by $1 on the day
of the game.
Now-March 31, Winter at Biltmore! When the holidays have come to a close and summer is still out of reach,
it’s the perfect time to consider a quiet and romantic getaway to Biltmore. In the early months of the year, the historic property offers a peaceful retreat following the hectic pace of the holidays. Winter specials include lowest
admission of the year, beginning at $35 purchased seven days or more in advance online or over the phone. Tickets include a free audio guide of Biltmore House, and for a limited time, access to additional rooms in the house.
Kids 16 and younger also get in free with an adult admission. www.biltmore.com
The Greenville Zoo will be closed from January 28-February 8 for regular maintenance. It will reopen February 9th at 10am! Hours of admission are 10am-4:15pm. The zoo will close at 5pm.
Now-March 17, The sixth annual St. Baldrick's Day is coming on March 17. It's an opportunity to shave your
head for a great cause – children's cancer research. Last year, the event raised nearly $100,000. Now is the time for
registering to participate – as a shavee, barber, volunteer, team captain, and/or donor. You may register at
www.stbaldricks.org or by calling Rick Hopf, Chairman, (864) 967-4585. Together, we will beat children's cancer!
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Realtor’s Corner
Tax Considerations for Home-buyers, Sellers
Tax season is nearly upon us and for those who purchased or sold a home this last year,
there are a number of tax deductions for which you may qualify.
For starters, the Internal Revenue Service says that if you have a gain from the sale of
your main home, you may be able to exclude up to $250,000 of the gain from your income as a
single tax filer, or $500,000 on a joint return in most cases.
Here are some other factors to keep in mind:
1: Much of the interest paid on a mortgage is tax-deductible. A married couple filing
jointly can deduct all of their interest on a maximum of $1 million in mortgage debt secured by a
first or second home.
2: Real estate broker commissions, title insurance, legal fees, advertising costs, administrative costs, and inspection fees are all considered selling costs and may be used to reduce
one’s taxable capital gain by the amount of the selling costs.
3: Refinanced mortgage points are deductible, but not all at once. Homeowners who
refinance can immediately write off the balance of the old points and begin to amortize the new.
Interest paid on a home equity loan or similar line of credit may also be deducted.
4: Points and origination fees on a home loan, which are paid during the purchase of a
home, are generally tax-deductible in full for the year that they were paid.
5: Qualifying capital improvements can sometimes be deducted, including costs of a
new roof, fence, swimming pool, garage, porch, built-in appliances, insulation, heating/cooling
systems or landscaping.
6: If you move because of a new job, you may be able to deduct some of your moving
costs. To qualify for these deductions you must meet several IRS requirements, including that
your new job must be at least 50 miles farther from your old home than your previous job. Moving-cost deductions can include travel or transportation costs, lodging expenses, and fees for
storing your household goods.
7: Property taxes are fully deductible from your income. If you have an escrow account,
you can’t deduct the money held for property taxes until the money is actually used to pay your
property taxes. And a city or state property tax refund reduces your federal deduction by a like
amount.
8: For those who took advantage of the first-time homebuyer credit the past two years:
If within 36 months of the date of purchase, the property is no longer used as your principal residence, you are required to repay the credit.
9: Another important tip for those who moved is to make sure you update your address
with the IRS and the U.S. Postal Service to ensure you receive refunds or correspondence from
the IRS.
Since tax laws change every year and certain tax deductions become available while
others phase out, it’s always a good idea to speak with a professional tax consultant about these
and other considerations.
Happy New Year to Everyone!
Your local realtor,
Susan McMillen
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Super Bowl Recipe
Yield: 12-16 rice crispy treats
Ingredients:
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5 cups crispy rice cereal
3 Tbsp. butter
4 cups mini marshmallows or 10 oz. bag marshmallows
1/4 cup chocolate hazelnut spread (such as Nutella or Nocciolata)
2 Tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder
white gel icing
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Line a cookie sheet with waxed paper or parchment paper. Spray a rubber spatula with cooking spray.
Pour the rice crispy cereal into a large mixing bowl.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and marshmallows over medium heat, stirring with the spatula until the marshmallows are almost melted.
Add the cocoa powder and chocolate hazelnut spread, stirring until the mixture is completely melted. Pour over the rice crispy cereal, stirring with the
spatula to coat well.
Turn the chocolate rice crispy treat mixture out onto the waxed paper. Form the chocolate rice crispy treats into ovals, like mini footballs. Let them
cool completely (about 15 minutes). You can pop them in the refrigerator for 5 minutes to cool more quickly if you like.
Use the white gel icing to draw the laces of the football onto the chocolate rice crispy treats.
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March 23, 2013
10am-2pm
Email [email protected]
for more details and to register!
272.0388
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WISH LIST
www.julievalentinecenter.org
New sweatpants, shirts, socks, shoes and underwear for use in
the Greenville Hospital emergency room. New clothing items are
offered to sexual assault survivors whose clothes have been taken
as evidence by law enforcement.
 Disposable dishes, cutlery, and cups for support groups
 Coffee and Tea supplies for support groups
 Paper products (napkins, bathroom tissue, etc.)
 Office Supplies
 New or gently used office furniture
 Sheets (twin-sized) for the child-sized medical examination table
 Food for volunteer trainings and support groups
 Pre-packaged snacks and non-carbonated beverages
 Recordable DVDs
 DVD Movies (G & PG Only) – Spanish & English
 New toys like Fischer Price and Little Tykes playsets, Etch-ASketch, etc.
 Landscape plants and flowers
 In-kind services such as printing, mailing services, holiday gifts
for support group participants, etc.
 Small prize giveaways such as stress balls, matchbox cars,
pocket-sized bottles of hand lotion, etc…
Kid’s Korner
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January 18 amd 21, Full day camps at The Children’s Museum of the Upstate, Grades 1-5. Half Day camp for kids ages 5-6.
www.tcmupstate.org
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January 19, Lollipops Concert: Mole Music, 10am at the Jean Smith Library in Greer and 11:30am at the Hughes Main Branch. Lollipops concerts introduce children to classical music and the instruments of the orchestra through interactive concerts presented by members of the Greenville Symphony Orchestra. During each concert, chamber ensembles accompany a storybook reading. And of course,
audience members receive a lollipop at the end of each performance. www.greenvillesymphony.org
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January 27, 2013 Upstate Parent Camp and Education Fair, McAlister Square, 225 S. Pleasantburg Drive, Greenville, 1-4:30pm,
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January 29, Timber Tales, SC Children’s Theatre, 3:30pm and 4:30pm, Traysie Amick presents a 30 minute character performance
(complete with costumes!) of a children's book with cues for audience members to participate through speech and movement, while the
Greenville Symphony Orchestra chamber ensembles perform classical pieces selected by Braxton Ballew for each storybook. Recommended for grades K3-5th. www.scchildrenstheatre.org
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January 30-February 3, Ringling Bros. and Barnum and Bailey presents: Built To Amaze! Elephants, tigers, acrobats and aerialists
join together from across the globe, each a spectacular piece of the puzzle, forming one exquisite design of magnificence and precision.
From the blueprints to the band, from the crates to the clowns, from the hammer to the high wire comes one breathtaking performance of
non-stop thrills so astonishing you have to see it to believe it. Join us as we measure out the perfect mix of mirth, marvel and majesty in
an imagination equation where the impossible comes to life. Be a part of the brand-new spectacles from around the world immersed in
the circus tradition you have come to know and love. Experience it live and feel the amazement! www.bilocenter.com
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February 8, Daddy/Daughter Date Night, 6:30-8:30pm, Simpsonville Activity and Senior Center, Tickets are $25/couple and must be
purchased in advance. Call 967.9533 to buy tickets! FYI...Mother/Son Date Night is scheduled for March 8!
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Register for South Carolina Children’s Theatre’s 18th Annual Character Breakfast on March 9, 2013 by calling 235.2885 or visit
www.scchildrenstheatre.org
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Community Classifieds
Community Babysitting List
This is the place to submit free classifieds to all our neighborhoods.
61" FLAT SCREEN SAMSUNG TV FOR SALE. This HDTV is
a high quality and highly rated 61 inch Samsung DLP with LED
light with 1080p full resolution for outstanding quality picture. It
has a multitude of features such as 3 HDMI connections and one
DVI with multiple input/output connections, 10000:1 contrast
ratio for vivid colors and 3D ready just to name a few. PRICE:
$500.00 (Firm) - Comes with original remote control and manual.
Dimensions are 54.7" x 37.6" x 15.4.. Cash only and local pick
up .. Please call 864-228-3822 and ask for Rock.
Emily Alfakir
325.5480 or 201.8243
Red Cross Certified
References Available
Long Creek Resident
Lindsey Foulkes
Neely Farm Resident
908.9977
16 years old
Red Cross Certified
Breanna Anderson
Savannah Hallasy
967-7376
Red Cross Certified
Long Creek Resident
Red Cross Certified
Rims for sale for a Mercedes Benz c230k. Asking price: $300.00
dollars. Please call 864-915-6345. Pictures available.
Christina Harvey- Piano & Voice Lessons, All Ages, All Levels,
703-216-0141, [email protected], Website: christinaharveymusicstudio.weebly.com
Mirror: 36" X 36" X 1/4" plate glass mirror unframed. 25.00 676
-0816. Sconces: Set of two graceful interlocking scrollwork,
Cheyenne finish wrought iron, 7" wide, 20" high, can use 4" ball
or 3" X 4" or smaller pillar candles. New in original box, plus
new candles. 25.00 676-0816
For Sale: Wooden playset. Includes two swings, slide, climbing
ropes, tire swing, and elevated clubhouse area. Can be dismantled
for ease of movement. $300 Call 268-0226
Youth Adidas soccer gear, including size 11.5 soccer cleats, Sz.
Small. Young Pro Sock Guards, Clima365 shorts, and 2 CESA Tshirts (1 black, 1 grey). All like new, barely used, great condition.
$35.00.
Call 676-0101.
For Sale: Whirlpool Side by Side white refrigerator with ice
maker. Looks and works great. 17 years old. Asking $200. Call
864-525-8387.
If your child or you need help with Math (grades 4-12, college),
call Judy Carawan at 864-962-2435., 30+ years of teaching math
in Middle School, High School, and College (statistic, algebra,
trig, etc). Taught/tutored all math courses. Hourly rate of $25.
Elementary reading and math tutor. 20 years teaching experience
elementary through high school. See your child discover, learn
and achieve academic goals! [email protected] or 864-4190709
PIANO LESSONS: Neely Farms Resident. Professional Piano
Teacher; 27 yrs. experience; Classical, Pop, Jazz, Sight Reading.
Ages 6-Adult. *Ernest Caldwell: 864-757-9969 or 240-899-2207
Palmetto Waste Services Residential Garbage Pick-up $15 per
monthOne month free with new service!!!!!!!
Call 616-6790 or visit us @ palmettowasteservices.com
Clarinet & Saxophone Lessons. Weatherstone resident. Professional teacher and musician, 16 years experience. Trained at
Royal Conservatoire in UK. I teach in your home at a time to suit
you, from age 9 to 99. Lessons are fun and I teach all styles of
music & practical music theory. Beginners to advanced.
Call Tom Wheat, 330-501-1516 or email [email protected]
967.0654
Chelsea Andrews
640.3652
Experienced
References Available
Melody Cline
963.1745 or cell 631.3106
Red Cross Certified
References Available
Kelsie Hix
Neely Farm
346-9906
Lindsay Jester
Mother’s Helper
12 years old
Red Cross CPR Certified
Tori Fleming
References Available
963.5756
386.6996
Red Cross Certified
CPR Trained
Caitlyn Foster
228-9360 or 787-5106
Certified with St Francis
Hospital, CPR certified,
Experienced, References
available
Erica Foulkes
Neely Farm Resident
14 years old
Red Cross Certified
Danielle McCollum
18 years old
[email protected]
Available days,
nights and weekends!
CPR Certified
Miranda Symons
5 Caney Court
354.7749 or 905.8700
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