Author: Lake Forest

The Porthole News

October 2019 Issue

Commodore’s Message

Hello Neighbors,
We had a good crowd of volunteers to help clean up and store the beach items for the off peak months. It was a productive morning which clearly ends the beach season and most outside activities at the club. Hopefully the weather cooperates and we can still utilize the beach area in the upcoming months. Thank you to all the members that came out to help with cleanup day.
The social committee continues to collaborate and organize awesome events for our members and guests to enjoy. So many of us are extremely impressed with all of their efforts. Keep up the great work! Be sure to check out the details inside this edition of the Porthole for more information on all future events. Some of you may know Lake Shawnee is remodeling their clubhouse. The LFYC board has agreed to assist the Lake Shawnee board with their request to use our clubhouse for their board meetings during their renovations. Their meetings will not interfere with any Lake Forest event or rental. In addition, you may see some LS members in the future as we are trying to further strengthen our great relationship by inviting them to some of our events while their clubhouse cannot be used.
The Closing Day picnic was a great success through the efforts of the social committee. All those in attendance had a great time and entertainment was provided by the very talented DJ Earl.
Just a reminder we will have three open seats on the LFYC Board of trustees next year. Contact the nominating committee for more information if you are interested in running. Elections will be held at the annual meeting on Friday, December 6.
I encourage all members to attend and participate by sharing your thoughts or concerns at the meeting.
Enjoy the Fall weather,
Mike Malakuskie
Commodore

Inside this issue:

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

For Your Calendar:

Charity Event	October 13
Oktoberfest	October 19
OPA Boat races	October 25-27
Halloween Party	November 1
Texas Hold-em/LRC	November 8
Annual Meeting	December 6
Medium Night	December 7

Page 2	The Porthole News - Contact Page - October 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…..
Morgan Beaudoin October 2
Jorie Cook- October 6
Colin Sabia- October 8
Kieran Doyle- October 10
Briana Ducoat- October 11
Brooke Wiener- October 13
Elise Gilligan- October 16
Matthew Moran- October 16
Mallory Struble - October 19
Chris D’Alauro– October 22
Jami Lewis-October 24
Fiona Struble –October 30

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 - October 2019	Page 3

	November 1 –Halloween Party
October 13 —Charity Event	November 8 - Texas Hold-em/LRC
October 19 - Oktoberfest	December 6– Annual Meeting
October 25-27 –OPA Boat Races	December 7—Psychic/Medium Night

Page 4	The Porthole News - Social Events - October 2019

Hey, It’s time to jump into your lederhosen and come over to Lake Forest Yacht Club for beers, good food and good friends.
October 19, 2019, 1 pm
1:30– food served. Great options of German and American cuisine. Beverages– German and domestic beer and wine options. Non-alcoholic beverages also included.
2:00– Band starts jamming traditional German and rock music.
There will be activities and games for children and adults throughout the event.
LFYC COMMEMORATIVE CERAMIC BEER STEINS -$25 (limited quantities) and 50/50 sales will proceed towards PLAYGROUND REPLACEMENT !!!!
Tickets sale - LFYC office or 973-663-0158 - deadline 10/14

Tickets Members:
Kids (5& under)-free
Kids (6-13)- $10
Teens (14-20) -$20
Adults (21+) $30

Tickets Members’ Guests:
Kids (5& under)-free
Kids (6-13)- $20
Teens (14-20) -$30
Adults (21+) $40

LFYC/Lake Shawnee Yoga
Get your ZEN on!! Yoga classes will be available to Lake Forest and Lake Shawnee residents beginning Thursday evenings, September 12 – November 14, 7:00 – 8:00 pm at the Lake Forest Yacht Club. The classes will be provided by Certified Yoga Teachers: Chrissy Chismar, Lauren Jelinek and Kristine Wilsusen. Bring your own mat. Classes are $10.00 per session. Any questions or to reserve your space, call 973-445-5476 or email kristenbrown34@gmail.com. Hope to see you there!

The Porthole News - Announcements - October 2019	Page 5

Offshore Powerboat Association is coming back to Lake Forest Yacht Club for their famous Lake Hopatcong Grand Prix. October 25-27, 2019
Schedule:
Friday, October 25 – Boat arrivals Saturday, October 26- Registrations, Boat Inspections, Racer Meet & Greet
Sunday, October 27 - Boat Races
9 am -Race Village open to the public
7:30-8:30 am -Team Physicals - Lake Forest Yacht Club
8:30 am -Racer Meeting - Lake Forest Yacht Club
8 am -Set-up Course Markers
8:30 am -Race Control Operational
8:30 am—Crane and Ramp operational
10 am -Race Patrol Fleet & Course Support Fleet on station
11am—5 pm -RACE 1 (Pontoon)
RACE 2 (Classes TBD on-site)
RACE 3 (Classes TBD on-site)
RACE 4 (Classes TBD on-site)
RACE 5 (Classes TBD on-site)
7 pm—Awards Ceremony - Lake Forest Yacht Club
An entry fee into “Race Village “ will be $5 for adults on Sunday only.
Kids and LFYC Members with current badges are free.

Attention Lake Forest Yacht Club Members:
Once again we are looking for members to be a part of next years board of trustees. We will have three vacancies that will be available.
If you might be interested and would like to know more, please reach out to me or any other member of the nomination committee. You can also ask current or past board members or contact the LFYC office at office@lfyc.org
We have made great strides in improving our club and community and we must continue to keep things moving forward, so we need community members to take on this rewarding responsibility.
Thank you,
LFYC Nominating Committee

Page 6	The Porthole News - Social Events - October 2019

Something is brewing and it will be ghoulishly fun …
A wicked good time for everyone!
So fly on over for a…..
LFYC Family Halloween Party
November 1, 2019
6:00pm- Kids party starts. Activities and DJ Earl playing music for young children.
There is no charge for kids and adults that are attending from 6:00-7:30.
Snacks, pizza, drinks and dessert provided.
7:30pm –party continues for adults and kids until ???
Admission at the door - $10 Adult Member, $15 Adult Member’s Guest
Snacks, beer, wine non-alcoholic beverages provided but please feel free to bring any additional
food, snacks desserts. Music provided by DJ Earl. Prizes for best costumes and 50/50.

Lake Forest Yacht Club Tournament Night
November 8th, 2019
Texas Hold’em or Left Right Center. 60 players each tournament. Pick one tournament to play.
LFYC Members and their guest can reserve/pay for the tournament - $ 25.00 until November 4th. The first 60 players to sign up for each Tournament will have seats.
Entry to 3 rounds of LRC or entry to Hold-em.
Gift Card Prizes for the top finishers for each tournament
Sandwiches, pizza, beverages
Timeline:
6:15 Doors open, sandwiches, beverages, tables established
7:00 Tournament starts.
8:30 Pizza break
10:00 Final tables for both games established
10:45-11:00 Winners announced.
*There will be $10 buy back for the hold-em. Details will be given once tables are established before cards start.
*If requested we will seat groups/friends together on initial tables for both games. Please supply all names for
groups when you sign up and pay.
*Gluten free pizza will be provided upon the request when signing up/paying

The Porthole News - Classifieds/Board minutes - October 2019	Page 7

Psychic/Medium Readings and Spirit Communication Night
LFYC, December 7, 6pm-9pm
(doors open 5 pm)
Jennifer Davino, well known Spiritual Intuitive/Medium will be performing psychic/medium group readings.
Actual/personal reading is not guaranteed.
Food - subs, pizza, dessert
Beverages—beer, wine, water, soda

Tickets sale—$50 per person
Members only—until October 16
Members and Member’s Guests –October 16– November 30

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Lake Hopatcong, NJ 07849

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