Musings from 50 Years of Minutes - Things I've Learned as Historian

A lot of change but so much stays the same...

by Julie Lischer, Communications Chair and Historian

 

• 1980, the Marietta Council of Garden Clubs awarded CPWC with the "Most New Members" award.
• March 1994, An Easter Affair was hosted by CPWC at American Adventures on Cobb Parkway. Tickets included admission, hotdogs, Coke and a jellybean contest. Net proceeds benefited Cobb County's Open Gate a shelter for abused and neglected children.
• August 1994, the minutes noted the Club's community service would focus on neighborhood, youth and Senior citizens. That same year the first meeting featured a fur and jewelry show. Dues were $20.
• Sept. 1994, Chattahoochee Plantation Community Association (CPCA) President was Joel Brenner. It was noted only 200 of the 600 homes participated.
• Oct. 21, 1994, there was discussion "Do we want to be a purely social club or a  social club plus charitable donations?" Due to fundraising not being as successful as hoped.
• April 1995 a joint CPCA and Women's club family day was planned at McFarlane Park. The Homeowners Assoc provided hamburgers and hot dogs and the CPWC planned entertainment - possibly old-fashioned games. It was held July 4 and included a performance by Dr. Bob and the East Cobb Snobs. Also this month, discussion took place about hiring landscapers for the neighborhood entrances.
• May 1995 it was pointed out that everyone who lives in ACC is a member of the Homeowners Assoc. The dues are $50 per year. 
• March 1996, the speaker was a hypnotherapist, certified dream interpreter and reflexologist.
• April 1996, Phyllis Wright suggested the idea to get a phone line and/or voice mail box has been rejected. It was felt that the members enjoy talking with each other and are able to communicate other club news and views as they respond to meeting notices, etc.
• Sept. 1996 volunteers helped plant flowers at ACC entrances. Russ Kenner was CPCA Chairman.
• 1997, dues were $30 and the opening luncheon was $20.
• January 1997, Plans were underway for new neighborhood entrances with Russ Kenner CPCA Chairman regarding fundraising.
• March 1997, there was discussion of property off Columns Dr. being rezoned to higher density.  = Rivercliff
• Oct. 1997 a sign was erected on Paper Mill at ACC drive prohibiting right hand turns onto ACC Dr. between the hours of 7-8:30 am except school busses. No decision had been made regarding upgrading the entrance signs (1996-project cost est. $60,000).
• Nov. 1997, Plans were discussed for widening Columns Dr. and adding non-vehicle lanes.
• Dec. 1998, a petition for or against speed bumps in our neighborhood was circulated.  That same year a Holiday Tour of homes took place during the daytime slot as was done for many years.
• April 1999, a meeting was held in the home of Anne Whittlesy (my current house). Moss covered planters were demonstrated in my garage by Kathy LaBarbara.
• 1999, we had a spring fashion show hosted by Banana Republic and proceeds of $23,000 benefited Canine Assistants.

 

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Let's Play a Game!

Answer the following True or False questions. Email me at  chattahoocheepwc@gmail.com with your answers. Your email must be received by April 18th! I will put all the correct answer contributors' names in a hat for a drawing. The winner receives a $25 gift card to Trader Joes. Good luck!

True or False -- 

1. CPWC once had a bowling league.

2. CPWC provided funds for the permanent restroom facilities at McFarlane Park.

3. At a fundraiser, we once auctioned off a pet exam for Montrose Animal Hospital valued at $35.

4. Our Opening Luncheon was once held at 103 West.

5. Neiman Marcus once presented a fashion show at our Opening Luncheon.