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BE A RESPONSIBLE POOL USER
Posted on May 16, 2012
The StarCreek community pool is open to residents and residents' guests only from May through September. Pool hours are 8 a.m.-10 p.m. daily.  Each household is limited to 4 guests. Guests must be accompanied by a StarCreek resident at all times. Children under the age of 12 are not permitted without a parent or guardian 18 years old or older. Fire Code requires that pool capacity be no more than 117.

Children under the age of 12 are not permitted without a parent or guardian 18 years old or older. Residents should understand that a 16- or 17-year-old cannot supervise their younger siblings or other children. This situation is a liability for all StarCreek residents.
 
Parents or guardians are responsible for the conduct of their children, dependents and guests and are encouraged to report any unacceptable behaviors. Residents will be held liable for any damage caused by the resident or their guests.

For more information click here.
 
STILL NEED TO CONSERVE WATER
Posted on May 15, 2012 Comments (0)
Water restrictions were recently eased, not eliminated. In StarCreek, we can water one day a week now, rather than every other week. But the once-a-week watering must be on Wednesdays only, between the hours of midnight and 10 a.m. and/or 6 p.m. and midnight. We can water during one or both of these periods on Wednesdays, but no watering at all between the hours of 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.
 
Here's some important information about watering:
 At Stage 3, customers may use sprinklers or irrigation systems once weekly for landscape/lawn watering (April 1 – Oct. 31).  See Stage 3 Outdoor Watering Schedule Map
 No outdoor watering between the hours of 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. from April 1 – Oct. 31 each year.
 Our water district still cannot pump from Lake Texoma which normally provides 28% of the total water supply for the district.
 For more information about Stage 3 restrictions, visit www.cityofallen.org.
 
The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) will meet May 25 to decide whether or not to revert to Phase II water restrictions. If the vote is positive, Allen residents will be allowed to water twice weekly starting June 1. But, DO NOT start watering twice daily until you receive official notification from the City of Allen with instructions. Stay tuned for more information after the May 25 vote.
 
AMENDMENT WILL RESTRICT USE OF COMMON AREAS
Posted on May 14, 2012 Comments (0)
Property manager Teresa Lamb reports that at the May 10 HOA Board meeting, Village Reps were asked to vote, based on input from their homeowners, whether to amend our community covenant to "prohibit the use of StarCreek common area spaces by ANY organized sports teams, resident and non-resident." The vote was unanimously FOR to amend. Discussion followed regarding the definition of "organized." The issue has been turned over to the HOA attorney to draft language.
 
FRESH FOOD CLOSER THAN YOU THINK
Posted on May 10, 2012 Comments (0)
Farmers markets and other places to buy locally grown fresh vegetables and fruits are within close driving distance of StarCreek. These are farmers markets that specialize in locally grown and produced foods. Learn where they are here.
 
DONATE YOUR OLD BED
Posted on May 5, 2012 Comments (0)
If a new bed is in your future, please consider donating the old one (bed frame and/or mattress and box springs) to Bed Start, a nonprofit organization that was begun six years ago in response to a need for beds for children in Plano ISD's Head Start program. 
 
In the past six years, Bed Start has delivered over 1,000 beds and other furniture to local families and now responds to requests in Allen as well as Plano. This organization is run by a couple of volunteers and depends on donations. Contact Doug Nickols at dougnickols@aol.com if you have an extra bed or bedroom set. He will pick it up at your convenience and provide a tax deduction receipt through Custer Road United Methodist Church.
 
 
MAY TIPS FOR STARCREEK GARDENERS
Posted on May 1, 2012 Comments (0)
Texas is home to nearly 5,000 native plant species due to the vast and diverse geography of our great state! Often people envision “native plants” with mesquites and cacti but many of our basic landscape plants are native to Texas. After the summer of 2011, gardeners are looking for tough plants. Native plants tolerate our Texas summer heat better than most, require less water, need less mowing, provide habitats for birds, butterflies and other wildlife, protect the soil and save on fertilizers and insecticides.
 
Add native trees to your landscape and enjoy the colorful blooms from the Texas Mountain Laurel or Desert Willow. Select Texas Sage for its purple flowers or the Red Yucca with its red spike-like bloom as additions to your landscape. Native grasses such as Mexican Feathergrass or Big Muhly add another different texture and look to the garden.
 
Also, don’t forget the reliable perennials for providing Texas tough color! Blackfoot Daisy, Gaura, Coneflower and many Salvias are native to Texas and will provide color year after year once they are established.
 
Don’t forget Mom this month! Color in May comes from more than a bouquet of blossoms for Mom on Mother’s Day!  Plan ahead and give that special person a living bouquet that changes with the seasons. Buy your mom a native plant and know that you are making her garden a more enjoyable place for both her and the birds and butterflies.
 
If you need specific help with your next gardening idea or project, attend a free Calloway's clinic this month.
Saturday, May 19: Native Plants, Texas Style! (10:15 a.m.)
Plants adapted to Texas weather…that conserve water, provide habitat and thrive here!
Saturday, May 26: Basic Landscape Design (10:15 a.m.)
Experts walk you through soil preparation, plant selection and design concepts. 
 
For more information, visit www.calloways.com.
 
 
Upcoming Events
THIRTY-ONE LADIES NIGHT OUT FOR CYSTIC FIBROSIS
Monday, May 21, 2012, 7 p.m. at the Clubhouse
Fifteen percent of all sales made this evening go to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. The fund raiser is in honor of adorable Avery, Abby Gray's daughter, who fights this disease every day. Together we can help make a difference in this little girl's life! So come enjoy snacks and drinks, some girl time, great products and most of all giving to this wonderful cause! Thirty-One's stylish, affordable products include purses and luggage for all your traveling needs, storage totes for organizing the office, toys and laundry or thermal totes for snacks, lunch or potluck, and baskets of all sorts and sizes. Personalization is also available.
 
STARCREEK GARDEN CLUB TOUR
Saturday, June 2, 2012, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Pine Burst Dr., Birdsong Dr., Blackwood Dr. and Cinnamon Ct.
 
You hear the workers. You see the landscape trucks. Just what's going on in your neighbor's yard? You'll find out during this inaugural StarCreek Garden Club tour. Invite your friends to experience five gardens, each with a distinct theme:
Tropical Adventure: 927 Pine Burst Dr.
Ultimate Outdoor Entertaining: 925 Pine Burst Dr.
Unique Plants: 920 Birdsong Dr.
Children’s Paradise: 858 Blackwood Dr.
Backyard Resort: 876 Cinnamon Ct.
 
Purchase tickets in advance from Dallas Ervin at dallaservin@att.net. Tickets are also available the day of the tour at any of the featured homes. Purchase one ticket for $10 for two adults, free for ages 16 and under. This event is organized by the StarCreek Garden Club, a group of StarCreek homeowners. All proceeds will benefit beautification projects in the StarCreek community.
 
 
NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MEETING
Wednesday, June 6, 2012, 7 p.m. at Clubhouse
You don't want to miss our next meeting. Topics include crime stats for Allen and the StarCreek area, tips for families new to the neighborhood, Project CLEAN (a new program initiated by APD Chief of Police Brian Harvey), and Q and A.
 
TODDLER-PRESCHOOL PLAYGROUP
Friday, June 8, 2012, 10:30 a.m.-noon at Playground or Clubhouse
Moms, dads, grandparens and caregivers are invited to join your neighbors and their little ones for an informal monthly play date. Contact Melissa Schabel at schabelml@gmail.com.
 
INDIAN POTLUCK
Saturday, June 9, 2012, 5:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. at the Clubhouse
Join your neighbors for a night of Indian Potluck dinner at the StarCreek Clubhouse. For information please contact Anjani Upponi.
 
LADIES BOOK CLUB
Tuesday, June 12, 2012, 7:30 p.m. at home of Elaine Dow
Share in the discussion of The Silver Bear by Derk Haas. Contact Mary Manos.
 
MEN'S NIGHT OUT
Friday, June 22, 2012, 8 p.m. at Clubhouse
Note change of date this month only! Join neighbors for a night out and or elimination Texas Hold 'Em Tournament (usually the third Friday of every month). Visit www.starcreekpoker.com.
 
INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE
Saturday, June 30, 2012, 9 a.m. at clubhouse
A coordinator is needed for this annual event. Contact Sue Hughes.
 
TODDLER-PRESCHOOL PLAYGROUP
Friday, July 13, 2012, 10:30 a.m.-noon at Playground or Clubhouse
Moms, dads, grandparens and caregivers are invited to join your neighbors and their little ones for an informal monthly play date. Contact Melissa Schabel at schabelml@gmail.com.