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What is the trash/recycling schedule for Overlook?

You can find your trash/recycling collection day by visiting https://www.charlottenc.gov/Services/Trash-and-Recycling. We also suggest downloading the CLT+ app, which will provide you with trash/recycling collection schedules, as well as other city services. You can download the CLT+ app by visiting https://www.charlottenc.gov/City-Government/News-Updates/Get-the-CLT-App or searching CLT+ in the Google and Apple app stores

What holiday events does the neighborhood participate in?

The social committee hosts an Easter egg hunt around the park and gazebo in April.

Memorial Day marks the opening of the pool, and is usualy accompanied by a neighborhood pool party, hosted by the Overlook HOA Board.

For the 4th of July, hop in your boat and head out into the main channel to search for fireworks displays, which can be found all around the lake.

Halloween is a huge event for Overlook. Hundreds of children from all over the area descend onto our streets to get their candy fix.

Around late November, mark your calendars for the annual Turkey Trot, which helps feed hungry families for Thanksgiving.

Christmas transforms Overlook into a winter wonderland. Most houses add lights and decorations to their yards and houses. Decorations for both holidays are encouraged!

Santa Claus pays a visit to the clubhouse around the 2nd weekend in December to enjoy cookies, milk and pictures with the kids.

Does Overlook get trick-or-treaters for Halloween?

Halloween is a HUGE event for Overlook. Hundreds of trick-or-treaters from in and around the community descend on Overlook to get their candy fix. Overlook Mountain Drive is lined with parked cars, ghosts and goblins from sunset until around 9pm. It’s not uncommon for houses on the main drag to get several hundred trick-or-treaters. Make sure to stock up on candy!

What are some social events that take place in Overlook?

Overlook hosts a number of recurring events (Wine Social, Food Trucks, Easter Egg Hunt, Annual Yard Sale, Pool Opening Party, Halloween, Turkey Trot, Holiday Party, Cookies with Santa, Summer Movie Nights, Chili Cookoff, Christmas Party). For the most accurate list of upcoming events please view our event calendar at https://overlooklake.com/events-calendar/

What are the neighborhood committees and what is their contact info?

Committees:
Architectural Control Committee (ACC) – Submit forms to: overlook@braesael.com or submit online
Committee Chair – George Pearkes – georgepearkes@gmail.com

Amenities Committee
Jon Horne – JHORNE@hornehvac.com

Pool Liaison
Kirsten Hall – kjhallnc@yahoo.com

Social/Welcome/Communications
Nikki Perkins (Social Chair) – nikki.perkins09@yahoo.com
Jon Horne (Welcome) – JHORNE@hornehvac.com
Andy Spivey (Communications) – nc13emt@gmail.com

Security Committee
Andy Spivey – nc13emt@gmail.com

Boat Slips and Docks Committee
Jack Horowitz – deaniejack@hotmail.com
Jon Horne – JHORNE@hornehvac.com

Tennis Committee
Jodi Patterson – jodi1125@me.com

Book Club
Charissa McSwain – dbaziva@gmail.com

Swim Team
Elizabeth Herger – eherger@carolina.rr.com

Mountain Island Magazine
Cathy Mozingo – cathy.mozingo@n2pub.com

Dog Owners of Overlook
Nikki Perkins – nikki.perkins09@yahoo.com

How can I volunteer to join a committee?

We are always looking for new faces to bring new ideas to the community. To inquire about volunteering to join an Overlook Committee, please email:

overlook@braesael.com

Where can I find a list of clubs in the neighborhood?

There are a number of clubs in the neighborhood, including Book Club, Bible Study and a Mommy’s Group. Check out the community Facebook group for more info about existing clubs, or how to start a new club https://www.facebook.com/groups/834181480314393

Are there kid-friendly events that take place in the neighborhood?

There are many kid-friendly events throughout the year in Overlook. Some of the most popular are: Easter egg hunt, swim team, kids triathlon, cookies w/ santa, pool party, summer movie night in the park, kids free library, lemonade stands and more!

I am interested in starting a new club/event for the neighborhood. Who should I contact?

Great idea! Please make a post on the Overlook Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/834181480314393 or the Overlook community discussion forum https://overlooklake.com/discussion-forum/
You may also email the board of directors at boardforoverlook@gmail.com and ask to send out an email blast

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