Fall 2009 Harrington Grove

Special Points of
Interest

Harrington Grove Highlights

> Security Cameras

> Recycling

Lights, Camera, ACTION! > Flu Tips

> Board Work

> Save The Date

> National Night Out

Due to recent vandalism issues at the

park, security cameras will soon be
installed.
Please note that these cameras will
allow for illumination at night and Park Considerations:
incidents/suspects will be easily
*Please remember that the park closes at dusk.
identifiable due to the high quality of
the cameras installed. *The sand is no place for animals, as children
dig and play in this sand with their hands and
The HOA Board has taken this action toys.
to preserve the safety and quality of
the play area that many Harrington *The child seated swings are for toddlers and
babies only. Teens should not stand on or sit on
Grove families frequent.
these swings.
Inside this issue:

Recycle What? 1
Recycle...WHAT? Flu Tips 3
We all know it is important to Also, please put any over
recycle, but did you know…? *Ceramic cups flow into another box, but Shout Out 3
avoid plastic bagging.
You can not recycle: *Vases
Board Work 3
*Yogurt cups *Dishes
*Bags Save the Date 3
*Plate glass
*Utensils
*Mirrors National Night Out 4
*Margarine tubs
*Light bulbs Thanks! 5
*Pizza boxes
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Flu 411
Flu vaccinations are the first line of defense against a disease that kills about 36,000 people in the United States per
year. On average, more than 200,000 people are hospitalized because of the flu, according to the U.S. Centers for Dis-
ease Control.

Flu viruses spread mainly from person to person through coughing or sneezing.

Sometimes people become infected by touching something with flu viruses on it and then touching their
mouth or nose.

Most healthy adults may be able to infect others beginning one day before symptoms develop and up to
five days after becoming sick, according to the CDC.

Symptoms of flu include fever, headache, fatigue, dry cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose and muscle
aches.

Flu shots are approved for use in people older than 6 months, including healthy people and people with chronic medical
conditions.

There is now a nasal-spray flu vaccine, made with live, weakened flu viruses that do not cause the flu, approved for use in
healthy people 2 to 49 years of age. Pregnant women should not use the nasal spray.

Each flu vaccine contains three types of influenza viruses, based each year on projections about what types and strains of
viruses will circulate.

About two weeks after vaccination, antibodies that provide protection against influenza virus infection develop in the body.

Flu season can begin as early as October and last as late as May.

While October or November is the best time to get vaccinated, it is still useful to get vaccinated in December and later.

According to the CDC, people who should get vaccinated each year are:

• Children aged 6 months until their fifth birthday

• Pregnant women

• People 50 years of age and older

• People of any age with certain chronic medical conditions

• People who live in nursing homes and other long-term care facilities.

Source: U.S. Centers for Disease Control

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SHOUT OUT to Board Member Matt Cronlund

Board member Matt Cronlund and his
family welcomed a new son, Matthew
Henry.
Welcome to the world “Henry”!

Board Work
All of Harrington Grove fencing
will be replaced with new vinyl
fencing in stages, as installa-
tion, storage, and weather
permits.
As mentioned before, security
cameras are to be installed at
the play ground.
Drainage issues, and other
grounds upkeep are worked
year round.
Replacement play equipment
has been installed and is ready presence with our HOA website
for use.
The HOA has added security
patrol hours to our community
with patrol from York Security.
York will be on our property
earlier and for longer periods.
We continue to grow our web
and our new Facebook Group.
Www.hghoa.com
“Character is what
emerges from all
the little things you
were too busy to do
yesterday, but did
anyway.” ~Mignon
McLaughlin

Save the Date!

September 26th October 22nd
FALL YARD SALE
ANNUAL MEETING
*8am—Noon
St. Anthony Conference
ANNUAL BBQ
Room. 7pm
*4-7pm
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National Night Out—August 4th, 2009 - Picture Perfect

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Photography by: April S. Hutson

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And The Thanks Award Goes To:

The Harrington Grove Community would like to offer a special thanks to the following participants for a VERY successful National Night Out.
*Target Stores: Lynn Road and Capital Blvd.
*Harris Teeter: Leesville Road
*Raleigh Police Department District 21
*The Durham Fire Department
*F&M Entertainment
*York Security
*Charleston Management
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Halloween Reminders
• Plan costumes that are bright and reflective. Make sure that shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough to prevent tripping.
• Consider adding reflective tape or striping to costumes and trick-or-treat bags for greater visibility.

• When shopping for costumes, wigs and accessories, purchase only those with a label indicating they are flame resistant.

• Think twice before using simulated knives, guns or swords. If such props must be used, be certain they do not appear authentic and are soft
and flexible to prevent injury.

• Obtain flashlights with fresh batteries for all children and their escorts.

• Teach children their home phone number and to call 9-1-1 (or their local emergency number) if they have an emergency or become lost.
Remind them that 9-1-1 can be dialed free from any phone.

• Review with your children the principle of "Stop-Drop-Roll", should their clothes catch on fire.

• Openly discuss appropriate and inappropriate behavior at Halloween time.

• Review candy and stay safe!

Info from Los Angeles Fire Department Halloween Safety Tips

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Doggie Doo’s and Don’ts

Just a friendly reminder about pet wastes!

-Use on site pet waste receptacles.

-Use pet waste bags for collection.
-Use your leash, it’s the law!
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Newsletter
We’re on the Web! IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS:
WWW.HGHOA.COM
http://twitter.com/HarringtonGrove Emergency: 911 Summer Edition
York Security: 919-828-7677
And look for us on Facebook!
Poison Control: 800-848-6946
Raleigh Animal Control: 919-807-5260
Waste Management Bulk Pick Up:
919-831-6890
For an HG Mom’s Group
Contact:
Lori.C.Elliott@gmail.com

Harrington Grove HOA

c/o Charleston Management
PO BOX 97243
Raleigh, NC 27624