Mark Your Calendars!

New Year's Eve Fireworks!

Sponsored by the POA

December 31st, at 9pm

Come view them at Windemere Golf Course.

Hot Chocolate and Snacks will be available for purchase starting at 8:30.

Christmas Entertaining

This time of year often means getting together with friends and family. 

Take some of the stress out of hosting by serving some of these easy holiday appetizers! Then enjoy celebrating the season with those you love!

Organize your cheese tray into the shape of a Christmas tree!

Make a grinch out of grapes, strawberries, bananas and a marshmallow!

Fill up bread bowls with spinach dip and use Rye bread to form the hat!

Don't forget to invite Santa to the party! Use ricotta cheese, crackers, capers, pepperoni and celery to form the jolly old St. Nick!

Oh Christmas Tree!

It's December 5th and many people have their decorations up for Christmas! If you are still looking for just the right tree, here are some tips for picking one out!

Live Trees:
- Before you buy, run your hand down the tree and see if needles fall out. Too many means the tree is already beginning to dry out. Look for a fresh tree that can withstand the length of the season.

- Have the place where you buy the tree make a fresh cut. This will help the tree to absorb water more effectively once it is in the stand at home.

- Looking for the most fragrant option? Choose Balsam or Fraiser Fir. These varieties are also less prone to shed their needles once inside.

Artificial Trees:
- For the best proportions, look for a tree that is 6 inches shorter than your ceiling height. Don't forget to account for your stand and tree topper.

- Look for 75-100 lights per foot of tree. Also look for lights on a continuous light source that won't go out when one bulb dies.

- Shop somewhere that they have sample trees on display. Look at the front view and side profile of the tree.

- A tree with more tips will look more natural. Also check to see what materials the branches are made from.

What do you look for in picking out the perfect Christmas tree?

Happy Thanksgiving!

From all of us at the LongCreek POA, have a very Happy Thanksgiving! We are so thankful for our community and neighbors. Enjoy this special time of year!

Thanksgiving Safety Tips

Thanksgiving is right around the corner and plans for the big meal are well underway!

According to the National Fire Protection Association, Thanksgiving Day is the busiest day for home fires, of which the leading cause is cooking.  Keep your holiday safe and happy this year by following these tips below.

- Stay in the kitchen when you're cooking. Don't leave food unattended.
- Keep children away from the stovetop - by at least 3 feet
- Wear short sleeves while cooking
- Have pot holders and kitchen towels sit away from heat sources
- Make sure the floor is clear from toys and pocketbooks
- Keep all lit candles above the reach of children and make sure they are blown out when the evening is over
- Test all smoke detectors and fire extinguishers

Follow these safety tips and keep your home and family happy this Thanksgiving! 

Fall Entertaining

It's that time of year for hosting cozy gatherings in your home, sitting around the fireplace and enjoying the crisp cool air.  Here are some easy but eye-catching Autumn recipes to use while you entertain this season.

Click on the images below to get step-by-step instructions!

What are some of your favorite Fall recipes?

Welcome!

Welcome to the new blog for LongCreek Plantation!

We hope this will become a valuable resource for you for information on events, neighborhood happenings, board meetings, home ownership and community building.

Check back often for the latest news and updates!

- Your LongCreek Board