Author: Lake Forest

The Porthole News

August 2019 Issue

Commodore’s Message

Hello Neighbors,
Time flies when you’re having fun. The “second half” of summer is sure to bring as much excitement as the first. Be sure to check inside this month’s Porthole publication for upcoming events. Even without swimming allowed at the beach we had a busy start to the summer. Since school has ended we have had many activities for our entertainment starting with watching Incredibles 2 with popcorn and pizza on the beach. We then had SuperNova for our first band on the beach which is always a good time.
July started off with a bang featuring a full beach for July 4th, we also had Community Day with Kevin McArdle, Red Solo Cup Kickball and Craft on the Beach for the kids. This month’s social calendar is filled up. We have the wakeoff competition, campout on the beach, the second annual Adult Corn Hole and Kid’s Soccer Tournament, and another band on the beach with Hoi Polloi. If you’d like to get involved in any of these events please reach out to a board member or Debbie Pfeiffer.
Just a reminder the nominating committee will be seeking out members who are interested to run for the board. This club has made great strides the past several years and the goal is to continue in the same positive direction. Please consider donating your time and help us move forward with the improvements to the club. There are 3 positions available next year and if you are interested there is contact information for the nominating committee in the Porthole. Any present or past board member can inform you of the time and dedication it takes to be a trustee. Inquire with one of them if you’re interested.
On Saturday August 31st our Closing Day Picnic will conclude our summer activities. We are looking for a great turnout that will cap off a wonderful 2019 summer at Lake Forest. I hope all enjoy the remaining weeks of the summer here at the lake and as always I look forward to seeing members enjoying our facility!
Thank you for your time and patience with the water conditions and restrictions placed on the lake. Your board is doing everything we can to remedy the Health Department’s ban on swimming for LFYC. Keep in mind we are not bigger than the Board of Health or the State and your safety is our number one priority. We are communicating any information we have to you through FaceBook posts and email. Please be aware the Commodore’s message is written about ten days before the Porthole arrives in your mailbox. Some circumstances may change during those ten days.
Enjoy the rest of the summer!
Mike Malakuskie
Commodore

Inside this issue:

Phone Directory	2
Social Events	3,4,5
Announcements	6
Classifieds	6, 7

For Your Calendar:

Craft on the Beach/Pirate Day	August 3
Wakeoff	August 10
Band on the Beach	August 11
Beach Camp out	August 16
Kids Soccer Tournament	August 17
Adult Cornhole Tournament	August 18
Closing Day Picnic	August 31

Page 2	The Porthole News - Contact Page - August 2019

Lake Forest Yacht Club Office
Lake Hopatcong, NJ 07849 P.O. Box 217
Office Phone: 973-663-0158 Email: office@lfyc.org Website: www.lfyc.org
Office hours: Monday 9-1, Wednesday 10-7, Thursday 9-1, Saturday 9:30 - 12:30
Lake Forest Yacht Club—Board of Trustee

Mike Malakuskie	Commodore	973-945-7222	Beach/Galley / Asst.: Office, Swim Team, Dock, Welcoming/Membership
Bryan Hyland	Treasurer	973-663-3652	By-Laws, Legal/Insurance, Improvements/Construction
Mike Kahwaty	Secretary	973-294-6823	Office, Maintenance/Grounds, Security, Tennis, Nominating / Asst.: Beach/Galley, Social, Swim Team, Clubhouse, Improvements/Construction
Brian Richardson	Trustee	908-285-0539	Swim Team, Docks, Boat Course / Asst. : Beach/Galley, Maintenance/Grounds, By-laws, Social, Security, Nominating, Improvements/Construction
Jaime Evans	Trustee	973-601-7483	Welcoming/Membership, Grant/Scholarship / Asst. By-Laws, Communications, Budget/Financials, Legal/Insurance, Tennis
Vanessa Luke	Trustee	973-800-5541	Social / Asst.: Office, Communications, Clubhouse, Budget/Financials, Welcoming/Membership
Chris Peters	Trustee	862-432-6034	Communications, Clubhouse / Asst.: Maintenance/Grounds, Docks, Security, Nominating

Lake Forest Yacht Club Directory
Lake Forest Swim Team President:
Bonnie Sabia—973-663-5978
Dockmaster:
Frank Gutowski—973-663-5767

Lake Forest wants to send a Happy Birthday Wish to…..
Maya Caraccioli August 4th
Cate Nelson August 8th
Michaela Schultz August 14th
Carly Essig August 14th
Maya Cook August 16th
Emma Brennan August 26th
Jack Macchia August 27th
Kelly Squier August 31

Babysitter List - *Red Cross Certified
Emma Brennan* (18) 973-663-3199
Shanna Leek *(15) 973-663-1904
Kristie Thompson * (17) 973-663-2027
Samantha Gowers (15) 201-704-7658
Nicole Kahwaty* (16) 973-479-0773
Rebecca Schultz * (16) 973-876-0362
Elise Gilligan* (14) 973-440-7166
Dog Walking/Watching
Mark Carrion (14) 973-770-8797

The Porthole News - Social Events - August 2019	Page 3

	August 16—Beach Camp out
August 3 – Craft on the Beach/Pirate Day	August 17—Kids Soccer Tournament
August 10 –New Jersey Wakeoff	August 18—Adult Cornhole Tournament
August 11 – Band on the beach	August 31 - Closing Day Picnic

Kids Beach Pirate Day!!!
Saturday, August 3rd, 1 pm
Ahoy Mates!
Set ye ships course for the Lake Forest Yacht Club to celebrate fun and exiting Pirate Day. Wear your pirate gear if you wish. Crafts, games, water toys.
Be there or walk the plank.

Page 4	The Porthole News - Social Events- August 2019

Wake Board Competition August 10th
Once again Jersey Wakeoff the largest Wakeboarding competition in Northeast will be held here at Lake Forest and we hope you can attend to witness the amazing stunts the athletes perform. Competitors from all over come to participate in this event.
Concessions and beverages will be available to purchase. Vendors will be on site. An entrance fee will be collected at the gate. This event is FREE for Lake Forest members.
Badges must be worn to attend this event. NO COOLERS WILL BE PERMITTED ON THE BEACH. FOOD AND BEVERAGE VENDORS ON SITE.

Concert on the Beach Sunday, August 11th, 2pm
Join us for our summer beach party and enjoy a performance of “Brian St. John”. Beverages will be complimentary and the Snack Shack will be open for purchase of food and snacks. Feel free to bring your own as well. The lifeguards will be on staff and there is always plenty for the kids to do while the adults can enjoy some good conversation with friends and neighbors.
Badges must be worn to attend this event.

Let’s Kick It!

Saturday, July 17, 11 am (time subject to change)
Come down to the Club for the LFYC Youth Beach Soccer Tournament.
Our goal is to have a great time!
Prizes for the participants!

The Porthole News - Social Events- August 2019	Page 5

Adult Cornhole Tournament
Sunday July 18, 3pm (time subject to change)
Come down to the Club to show your skills or lack of and have some fun. Beer and prizes.

Annual LFYC Beach Campout
Saturday, August 16
We welcome all members and their non-resident guests to join us for this fun annual event . Weather permitting there will be a movie showing on the beach once it becomes dark. There will be quiet time at 1 am.
All children under 18 MUST be accompanied by a responsible guardian/adult. S’mores by the fire and a light breakfast will be provided. Please bring your own snacks and drinks.

Closing Day Picnic
August 31, 2019
RSVP and payment due by August 28th
Members: Adult $15 Child (6-20)$10,
Non Members: Adult $25 Child $10
Come down for our annual closing day picnic!
The picnic will be BBQ style - burgers, hot dogs, salads, desserts.
Beverages will be provided as well as there will be complimentary spirits.
DJ Earl will kick off at 3pm. Water slide for the kids. If you would like to participate in the Horseshoe Tournament, you MUST RSVP to the office. It will be on a first come, first serve basis.
Wristbands must be purchased in advance at the office.

Page 6	The Porthole News - Announcements/Classifieds - August 2019

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Weekends 10 :00 am—8:00 pm

The Porthole News - Classifieds - August 2019	Page 7

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The Lake Forest Yacht Club
P.O. Box 217
Lake Hopatcong, NJ 07849

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Cornhole & Soccer Tournament
LFYC Members,
Please keep an eye on the emails and Facebook posts regarding the cornhole and soccer on the beach tournament . Date, time and details TBD.