A Reflection of Life in Lake Naomi & Timber Trails www.LakeNaomiClub.com
Horizon Plan – Phase Two Vote Coming Soon Mid-Winter 2016 WHAT’S INSIDE Busy Year for the LNTT Rangers ............. 2 Thank-you Peter .... 3 Easter Brunch ........ 4 President’s Weekend Recreation Events ................................ 5 Winter Festival for 2016 ....................... 6 Lifeguard Positions for 2016 .................. 7 Spring Doubles Tennis Tournament.. ................................ 8 RC Laser Winter Invitational Regatta ... 9 My LNC Moment. 10 Water Testing....... 11
The Club is moving closer to the voting stage for Phase Two of the Horizon Plan - the Community Center Expansion. The Management Team has been diligently working with the Committees and Contractors to finalize the “not to exceed” price of the proposed Community Center Expansion. Final bids from the contractors are due January 20, 2016. Once the final bids are in, the Club will select the contractor and prepare to move forward with the Membership vote. The schedule of the town hall meetings will be advertised at the beginning of February. Like Phase One we want to give every Member the opportunity to review the project in detail and ask any questions they may have. In addition, an all-inclusive Phase Two Horizon Booklet will be distributed to the Members. This booklet will follow the same format as Phase One with detailed drawings, financial updates, and timelines for the various projects. Also included in the booklet will be a section of questions and answers that the Club has received from the Members. If you have any questions prior the booklet release, please email your ques-tions to admin@lakenaomiclub.com. The Board of Trustees, Board off Governors and the Committees are very excited to move forward with h the proposed renovations of the Community Center and will continuee the process for Phase Three of Horizon Plan which includes revamping the Lake Naomi Tennis Center and enhancing the Beaches. It is important as Members of the Lake Naomi Club to do your part by attending the town hall meetings, reading all the materials, and ask any questions so that you can confidently cast your vote for Phase Two of the Horizon Plan. It is extremely important to the Club to have a strong response on moving forward.
Happy 2016 I want to take this opportunity to tell you how grateful the Club is to have you and your family as Members of the Club. My team and I continue to have the pleasure of serving 50 year Members, as well as new Members who recently joined the Club. Six new families have already joined the Lake Naomi Club for 2016 and we look forward to many more new families joining so they too can begin their treasured LNC memories. One of my favorite yearly duties is to conduct the New Member Orientations where the Management Team and myself gets an opportunity to chat one on one with the new Members telling them about our services along with answering their questions. If you have any questions or concerns about anything regarding the Club or our policies, please feel free to contact me via phone, email or stop in the office. One area I will be focusing my attention on this year is the Food and Beverage Program which includes the Lake Naomi Clubhouse, Timber Trails Clubhouse, the five cafes, Mountaintop Lodge and catering events. One thing I have learned over the years is that our Food and Beverage Department is the heart of the operations as Members enjoy socializing with friends and family over a great meal. The Club will focus on making all these amenities better than ever moving forward. I ask for your support again in communicating your expectations for the F&B Program by reaching out to the Managers or myself but more importantly to come out and support the food program so that we can continue to grow and keep it within the LNC family. I look forward to any feedback that will help the Club better all of our food outlets but more importantly, I look forward to seeing you enjoying a great meal at LNC. In closing, I would like to wish a happy and healthy 2016 to you and your family. Robert A Jones, Jr., General Manager
Who You Goanna Call? In Memoriam Dolores Eversen of Pocono Pines, Pennsylvania November 20, 2015 Member since 1995 Carol Groner of Carolina Shores, North Carolina and Pocono Pines, Pennsylvania November 20, 2015 Member Since 1969 Jeanne Fellows of Monmouth Beach, New Jersey and Pocono Pines, Pennsylvania December 5, 2015 Member Since 1984 Frank Stull of San Antonio, Texas and Pocono Pines, Pennsylvania January 5, 2016 Member Since 1980
Not the Ghost Busters but the Rangers! Time and time again the Rangers are the last to hear about an incident that they could have been helpful with if they were notified sooner. So if you are involved in a situation or witness a situation call the Timber Trails Gatehouse at 570-646-2550 and they will notify the Ranger on duty. Posting a concern on social media, emailing, or calling the Administrative Office only slows the process. There is a Gatehouse Ranger and Patrol Ranger on duty 24 hours a day so program your phone with the Gatehouse number and call them immediately. Please remember if it is an emergency where the police or medical assistance is needed contact 911. The Gatehouse Rangers monitor the 911 system and a Ranger g will be immediately dispatched for your emergency.
Busy Year for LN-TT Rangers Under the direction of Chief Ranger John Lamberton, the Lake Naomi – Timber Trails Patrol Rangers were very busy during 2015 handling 5,000 calls and logging over 73,000 patrol miles on the Club’s four Ranger vehicles. During 2015 the Patrol Rangers also conducted 5,000 paid house checks and 2,235 random house checks. The Timber Trails Gatehouse Rangers also had a busy year logging in over 8,000 visitors and 4,600 contractors. The Patrol Rangers are also very active with the Recreation Department by having a full-time Ranger assigned to Kids Klub and night recreation at the Community Center and conducting several safety programs at Kids Klub during the summer. Congratulations to this fine group of men and women for their dedicated service to the Property Owners of Lake Naomi – Timber Trails.
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“Reflections” Published by LAKE NAOMI CLUB 122 Route 423 Post Office Box T Pocono Pines, PA 18350 570-646-9191 www.LakeNaomiClub.com BOARD OF TRUSTEES George Bernardin Mike J. Christian Kathryn Hyatt Cary S. Levinson Connell J. McGill Robert S. Mills, Jr. Brian J. Snyder Robert A. Jones, Jr. General Manager Laura M. Altemose Marketing/Communications Manager Reflections Editor
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Members signed into the website and voted for their four fav vorite calendar pictures. The picture receiving the most votes is the March picture (on the right) by Jerry Weiner. Second place th is the October picture by Joe Muenichsdorfer. Third place goes to the picture of the eagle on the May page which was taken by JJennifer Rubeo. Fourth place is the September picture taken bby Lisa McCann. Each winner has been awarded $50 in Club ddollars. The Club would like to thank all the Members for the wonderful pictures they shared. The outpouring of photos along w with great stories really sends a message of how proud the Memw bers are of their be Platinum P Club Community. ReC member your picm tures will also be tu used in the 2016 us Summer Activities Su Calendar. It is not C too early to send to pictures in for the pi 2017 calendar!! 20
Share the 2016 LNC Calendar The Membership Committee would like to remind you that the 2016 calendar is a means for Club Members to share the quality of life available at Lake Naomi - Timber Trails with friends, colleagues and family. The Committee hopes you will choose a special location for the calendar in your home or office where others will be able to see and enjoy the treasured pictures of Lake Naomi and Timber Trails. Referrals of potential new Property Owners and Club Members by existing Club Members has long been the number one source of new Club Members. As a part of the MemberShare Referral Program, just email Communications Manager Laura Altemose at laltemose@lakenaomiclub.com in the event you have a MemberShare Referral Candidate who you would like to receive their own Lake Naomi - Timber Trails Calendar. Laura will see that a calendar gets right out to them. You can also call the Administrative Office at 570, 646-9191 to request a calendar to be sent.
President’s Day Celebration Friday & Saturday, February 12th & 13th Chef Paul and his Culinary Team would like to invite you to the LNCH’s fabulous Seafood Surf & Turf Buffet from 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM. You can enjoy buffet items like: soup of the sea, winter salad bar, carved Angus prime beef, Chef’s choice of seafood and fish dishes. Be sure to check out future weekly eblasts for more information. The cost of the buffet is $30.00 per adult, $12.50 per child (age 4-12). The regular a’ la carte menu is also available. Live entertainment will be featured from 8:30 PM to Midnight by “DJ. Frankie” on Friday and Dance the Valentine’s Night away with Adam Scuba on Saturday on the Dance Floor for our lovely couples from 8:30 to Midnight.
Thank-you Peter T The Club is sad to announce that the Clubhouse Manager P Peter Koryttko will be moving back to Florida this March so he can spend more time with his children and grandchildren. The Club wants to say thank-you to Peter and his wife dr Helga for the eight years of dedication and the service they H brought to the Lake Naomi Clubhouse. Before Peter arrived br the Food and Beverage program was without an identity and th slowly over the years he was able to win over the Members sl bringing them back to the Clubhouse. Peter brought us his br signature German Night that always satisfied your appetite si with w great food and great fun, followed by the popular Pasta Night. The biggest and most memorable event is the themed N New Year’s Eve Party when Peter and his staff transform N the Clubhouse and provide aamazing food and service leaving Members talking about how this NYE Party was even better than last year’s. Peter won over the year round staff and introduced us to the International Staff who brought the Club’s service to a Platinum Club level which is now expected by our Members. The list is endless with great events and daily specials that Peter and his team brought to the Club. The Club will truly miss his personality and “excitement”, but after serving our Members and their families we all understand that Family comes first. We wish Peter and his family success and want them to know they are always welcomed at the Lake Naomi Club. Thank-you Peter, for your awe-inspiring dedication to the Club and fun memories yyou leave us with.
Extended Holiday Hours Due to popular demand, the Clubhouse will extend its hours of operation on holiday weekends. Please show your support for these extended hours by including the Club in your weekend plans! Winter Festival Weekend Friday, January 29th Happy Hour and Bar Trivia Challenge 8:30 – 11:00 PM At the Bar and Fireplace Area only Saturday, January 30th Happy Hour 4:30 – 6:00 PM at the Bar and Fireplace area Après Ski Dinner Buffet 5:30 – 9:30 PM Regular menu also available. $25/ adult and $9.50 /child (4-12) Live entertainment by “Adam Scuba” 8:30 PM – Midnight Sunday, January 31st Breakfast Buffet 9:00 AM – Noon $14.95 per adult, $7.50 per child (age 4-12) Horse Drawn Wagon rides 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM Valentines & President Day Weekend Friday and Saturday February 12th and 13th Seafood Buffet from 5:30 - 9:30 PM Soup of the Sea ♥ Winter Salad Bar Carved Angus Beef ♥ Chef’s Choice of Seafood Buffet $30.00 per adult, $12.50 per child (age 4-12) Dinner menu also available Live entertainment on Friday by “DJ Frankie” 8:30 PM to Midnight by the fireplace Live entertainment on Saturday by “Adam Scuba” from 8:30 PM to Midnight on the dance floor Sunday, February 14th Breakfast Buffet from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon $14.95 per adult $7.50 per child (age 4-12) Chef Paul’s Dinner Specialties from 5:00 to 9:00 PM Reservations requested Bar open 5:00 to 10:00 PM B For reservations or for more information call the Lake Naomi Clubhouse at 570- 646-2866. 3
Mark your Calendar Please mark your calendar for the 2016 Clubhouse Committee sponsored events, all events must be pre-registered either by calling the Community Center or online. St. Patrick’s Day, March 12th Easter Brunch, March 27th Mother’s Day Brunch, May 8th Welcome Back, June 18th Men’s Luncheon, June 25th Sunset on Lake Naomi, Sept 10th Oktoberfest and Halloween Party, October – dates and details to be announced
Thanksgiving Brunch, November 24th Holiday Gala, December 10th New Year’s Eve, December 31st
Lake Naomi Clubhouse Closes for Spring Cleaning Each year the Clubhouse closes for a week to spruce everything up for the Spring and Summer. This year the Clubhouse will be completely closed from Monday, February 29th and reopening on Thursday, March 10th. Come celebrate on Saturday, March 12th at the traditional St. Patrick’s Day Member Event.
Discounts to End March 15th The discount period for the payment of 2016 Club dues ends on Tuesday, March 15, 2016. Payments must be received or postmarked by this date in order for the Club Member to take advantage of the discount. If you have not received your Annual Club billing and related information, be sure to contact the Administrative Office immediately. The only exception to the March 15th expiration of the “discount period” is for Members who are joining for the first time. Remember you can pay your Membership with a credit card online at www.LakeNaomiClub. com. Click on Members in the upper right corner. The membership payment form can be found in the Online SignUp menu.
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Easter Brunch Join us on Sunday, March 27th at the Clubhouse for our annual Easter Brunch Buffet. This event is from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM with seating’s every half hour. The Easter Bunny will be here to take pictures with all the children by VIP Studios. Chef Paul and his Culinary Team will prepare a grand buffet including: made to order omelets, Belgian waffles, carved roasted turkey and slow roasted Angus beef, marinated leg of lamb, roasted salmon fillet, soup and salad bar and plenty of desserts and treats! The cost of this event is $32.00 per adult inclusive sales tax and gratuity and children ages 4-12 are just $12.50. Children ages four and under are complimentary! Pre-registration is required for this event, so sign up online in the Member’s section of www.LakeNaomiClub.com or call the Community Center at 570-6468585 right away to reserve your spot!
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
The luck of the Irish is near with St. Patty's Day almost here. The Lake Naomi Clubhouse is kicking off the celebration with the 24th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Party on Saturday, March 12th serving plenty of green beer. Come celebrate with all the classics. The party starts at 6:00 PM with a cash bar featuring special Irish drinks and traditional assorted passed hors d' oeuvres and appetizer station. Savor the delightful Irish style St. Patrick's Dinner Buffet including soup and salad station, steamship carving station and much more created by Chef Paul Foster Guthy and his Culinary Team at 7:00 PM. The rest of the night is yours to celebrate with friends and tremendous entertainment. The adult price will be $35.00 per person, included sales tax, gratuity. Sign up online or call the Community Center at 570-646-8585 ASAP to reserve your spot!
New Year’s Eve Celebration Breathtaking is the only way to describe our Members’ feelings as they walked into Cruise ship. Once inside they found a dining hall turned in to a cruise that matched the "Love Boat" theme for the 2015 New Year's Eve celebration. A record crowd of over 160 Club Members rang in the New Year with a hors d'oeuvres table that featured ice sculptures filled with oysters, clams, shrimp, and crab claws surrounded by a wide variety of tasty skewed grilled fruit to assorted cheeses and caviar topped crackers. As usual Chef Paul and his staff followed these appetizers with a delicious dinner and fabulous dessert table. After dinner everyone enjoyed an evening of great music and a beautiful light show from Franke Carll Productions DJ Team “The Son”. The midnight champagne toast topped off a truly memorable evening. Once again Clubhouse Management, Chef Paul and the entire Clubhouse Staff outdid themselves in putting together this “Love Boat” fun-filled evening. A special thanks to Tony Zanin, Andy and Dee Romo and the entire Clubhouse Committee for their efforts in planning and decorating for this special sp event. Preparations are already underway for our 2016 New N Year's Eve celebration. All New Year’s event pictures and videos can be viewed at www.facebook. vi com/lakenaomiclub. co
President’s Weekend Recreation Events Be sure to bring the family to LN-TT during President’s weekend. A variety of fun recreation events are scheduled. Saturday, February 13th 2:00-5:00 PM Family Craft Day: Bring the kids out for an afternoon of crafting. There will be several assorted crafts to choose from and kids will bbe able to make one of each available. Children under 10 years old must bbe accompanied by an adult. Cost for the program is $5. 6:00-9:00 PM Night Recreation Activities: If your Pre-Teen and Teen are looking lookking for things to do or to meet up with other Teens, come out to the Community Center and choose from the many activities the Recreation Staff has planned. Participants must be in 3rd grade or above to attend. Sunday, February 14th 6:00-9:00 PM Night Recreation Activities: Another night of night time fun at the Community Center. Participants must be in 3rd grade or above to attend. 7:00-9:00 PM Family Movie Night: This free event is a great way to get the family out for a night at the movies. Call the Community Center for what is playing.
Easter Egg Hunt Lake Naomi Club’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt will occur on Saturday, March 26th. Members ages 2 through 8 and their parents are asked to hippity-hop over to the Community Center to participate in the festivities. Don't miss visiting with the Easter Bunny, searching for lots of special eggs and winning some neat prizes. Please call the Community Center at (570) 646-8585 by Monday, March 21st with the names and ages of the children planning to attend. It is important that everyone who wants to participate in this event registers in advance, as this event fills up every year.
Activities Committee News 2016 will be another very exciting year of events presented to you by the Activities Committee. We will be continuing our ADULT SOCIAL NIGHTS. We had so much fun last year playing games and getting to know each other on the first Wednesday of February, March, April and May. On April 30th we will have another great DINNER SHOW, mark your calendars for a great night, details will be available soon. So watch the Reflections for more information as the year progresses as we continue to plan the annual ladies luncheon, the health forum and much more.
Book Club
The LNC Book Club meets regularly on the second Monday of each month at the Community Center at 1:30 PM. The group is organized by volunteer Vilma Zabaleta. These are the books that have been selected for the beginning of 2016: February 8 - "Daughters of Mars" by Thomas Keneally March 14 - "Sisters in Law: How Sandra Day O'Connor and Ruth Bader Ginsburg Went to the Supreme Court and Changed the World" by Linda Hirshman April 11 - “The Burguess Boys” by Elizabeth Strout Neon New Year‛s Eve Family Celebration
Looking Ahead in 2016 We know many of you are as excited about 2016 as we are. We are already receiving calls about some key dates for 2016. The Management Team is working hard on the summer schedule but has not yet set all of our dates. Here are some tentative dates to help you plan your year: February: Saturday, February 13, 2016 Valentine’s Day Dinner and Dance at the LNCH March: Saturday, March 12, 2016 St. Patrick’s Day Party at the LNCH Saturday, March 19, 2016 Easter Egg Hunt at the CC Sunday, March 27, 2016 Easter Brunch at the LNCH April: Friday, April 15, 2016 Golf Course Opens Fridays - Mondays (weather permitting) Saturday, April 30, 2016 Lake Naomi Tennis opens weekends and holidays (weather permitting) May: Sunday, May 8, 2016 Mother’s Day Brunch at the LNCH Friday, May 13, 2016 Golf Course and Golf Center opens seven days a week Saturday, May 28, 2016 Timber Trails Pool opens weekends and holidays Club Beach swimming area opens weekends and holidays Memorial Day Celebration at the CC M Sunday, May 29, 2016 Tennis Season Kick Off Round Robin Sailing Family Gathering in the Park June: Saturday, June 25, 2016 Summer Season Begins All facilities (pool, tennis, clubhouse, A recreation programs, beaches, etc.) open full time July/August/September: Monday, July 4, 2016 IIndependence Day Picnic at Club Beach Saturday, August 13, 2016 Annual Membership Meeting Monday, September 5, 2016 Labor Day (last day for LNC’s Summer 2016 schedule) 5
Community Center Guests While the Club is always happy to entertain guests at Lake Naomi Timber Trails, please be mindful of the Community Center guidelines throughout the balance of this winter season, especially President’s Weekend. There is a limit of six guests per day per Family Membership on weekdays and four guests per day per Family Membership on weekends and holidays. Also please remember that in order for a guest to use the facility, the Member must be present with them. In fairness to our Members, we will not be making any exceptions to these policies during winter holiday periods.
Important Community Center Note During the Laser Invitational Regatta from 7-11AM on Sunday, February 7th, no pool use or spa use will be permitted until the event is over and the entire areas reopen at 11AM.
Bad Weather Office and Community Center Closing As most residents of Lake Naomi and Timber Trails are aware, winter weather can make driving conditions in Pocono Pines and vicinity difficult and dangerous. This factor combined with the significant distance that a number of the Club's Support Personnel travel in order to get to the Administrative Office and Community Center makes staffing these areas on some bad weather days a real challenge. You can be assured that every effort will be made to have the Administrative Office and Community Center open and staffed during all stated times of operation, regardless of weather conditions. However, the Club seeks your indulgence and understanding for those rare occasions when the Office and/or Community Center may not be able to be staffed due to extreme weather conditions. During times of bad weather, be sure to call ahead before traveling to the Administrative Office or Community Center.
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2015 Fitness News Schedule
Beat the winter blues and have some fun with fitness. Our Certified Fitness Professionals continue to offer fun, motivational and challenging group exercise classes for Members of all fitness levels. They keep current with the industry’s latest trends and bring up-to date programs and equipment to promote health and well being for all Members. Stop by the Community Center and pick up a current class schedule and check out the bulletin board and flyer stand located in the Fitness Center for new information. Yoga, Pilates, Cycling, Strength and Cardio classes will kick start your new year off on the right foot! Personal trainers remain on staff year-round. Make a commitment to your health!
Special Artwork displayed at the LSCC
The Lake Naomi Club is pleased to announce that the Club has again teamed up with the Pocono Mountain Arts Council to provide space for local artists and members of the council to display their work. Since the Spring of 2008, Members have been able to view the PMAC’s Rotating Gallery right here in the Community Center. The display will consist of eight to ten pieces of artwork from two artists each month and is located in the mezzanine and the stairwell loft area of the Community Center. It is also no secret that we have many talented artists among the LNC Members. Artists from LN-TT are welcome to display their work as well in the Adult Activity Room of the Community Center if they are members of the PMAC. If you are interested in becoming part of this rotating gallery, please contact Kelly Swingle at 570-646-8585.
Local Food Bank in Need of Donations
The local food bank is always in need of replenishing. You can help by donating the following non-perishable items: canned fruits and vegetables, rice, pasta, spaghetti sauce, tuna, peanut butter, jelly, cake mix, juice, coffee, tea, soap, detergent and paper products. All items are now being collected at the CC. This collection will be ongoing through the winter months and into the spring in the hopes that we can stock the food bank full of the items needed for our local community. Drop your donations in the bin located in the lobby.
Winter Festival for 2016 We have many great events planned again this year for the Winter Festival beginning on Friday, January 29th through Sunday, January 31st. Start out at the Lake Naomi Clubhouse on Friday from 8:30 - 11:00 PM for Happy Hour and Trivia Night. Saturday is a full day of fun, from 8 AM to 12 Noon the Fitness Committee will be sponsoring a Cycle for Survival Event to raise funds for the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. For all those who love dance while getting a great work out join the Zumba class at 10 AM. Lunch will be served at the Timber Trails Clubhouse from 12 Noon to 3:00 PM where Chef Frank will be offering a limited selection of soups, salads and sandwiches. Please note that the TTCH bar will not be open. From 1-3 PM the Community Center will be offering many Family Fun activities that include: group games, crafts, ginger bread decorating and story time. Then for the Winter Festival feature event head over to the sledding hill at the LNCH for the Two Person Cardboard Bobsled race. Members’ families have been very creative in the past and we are excited to see what they come up with this year. Even if your family is not participating this is a must see event. Prizes will be awarded immediately following the competition for Fastest Time, Best Coordinating Costume, Best Built, Most Unique and Fan Favorite. Saturday night drop your kids off at the Community Center for Kids Night Out and then head over to the LNCH for Apres Ski Buffet and some dancing with DJ Frankie. Sunday morning enjoy the Breakfast Buffet at the LNCH and then catch a ride on the horse drawn wagon ride. New this year, the Chili Cook-Off and Wood Carving Demonstration will be at the Timber Trails Clubhouse. So who will have the best chili this year? Come and help decide. Don’t forget to stop over at the Mountaintop Lodge to build your snowman before the Judging at 11 AM on Sunday. Also remember to order your JF/BB Winter Festival Special Day Pass for Saturday so you too can enjoy the extra discount - call the CC at 570646-8585 by 8 PM on Wednesday, January 27th to purchase your tickets. This is always a busy weekend at the LNCH so call now for reservations at 570-646-2866. For more details check out the flyers on the website and the LNC Facebook Page.
Winter Swim Lessons Although group swim lessons are only offered in the summer months, we do have Lifeguards trained to provide Swim Lessons on staff year round. Their services are available for private lessons at almost any time you are here. We suggest you schedule your lessons early to prepare your children for the upcoming summer. Please contact Meredith Sensenig at 570-6468585 or by e-mail at msensenig@lakenaomiclub.com to discuss your lesson options.
The Dress Code at the Lake Naomi Clubhouse In order to maintain the quality experience that our Members expect at the Lake Naomi Clubhouse, Club Members and Guests must wear Dressy Casual appropriate attire when dining at the Lake Naomi Clubhouse. While jackets are not required, they are welcomed at all times. In the Main Dining Room and the Tall Timbers Room gentlemen and young men 10 and older must wear a collared shirt or a comparable dress shirt at all times. Beach attire, cut-offs, tank tops and hats are not permitted at any time. Except for special functions where they are appropriate (for example, member events), blue denim jeans are discouraged (however not prohibited) on Saturday nights. For Sunday Breakfast Buffets, dressy casual is recommended. Gentlemen and young men 10 and older must wear a collared shirt or a comparable dress shirt at all times. Beach attire, cut-offs, tank tops and hats are not permitted at any time. The Clubhouse Committee acknowledges that some Members strongly prefer a more casual dress code. However, we still encourage dress that would be considered business, dressy casual or resort casual, and believe diners will be most comfortable following those guidelines. The Club is entrusting our Members to use good judgment concerning what is appropriate attire when coming to the Club to dine. Under-shirts, sleeveless tee-shirts, short shorts and bare midriff tops are unacceptable. New this year, printed tee-shirts are discouraged (however not prohibited) in the grill room or on the outside deck. These tee shirts shall contain NO offensive sayings on them. Please inform your guests of this policy before they arrive at the Clubhouse. In the event of questionable attire, the decision of the Clubhouse Management will be final.
Please Soak Safely The hot tub, steam room and sauna at the Community Center are more heavily utilized in winter to relax and warm up. We ask that while you soothe your body and rejuvenate your spirits you please follow the recommended guidelines below to help you soak safely: •Consult before you soak. If you suffer from any medical conditions such as cardiovascular or respiratory disorders, diabetes, high/low blood pressure or others make sure you have your doctor’s okay before you go in the hot tub. •Observe a reasonable 10 minute total time limit when soaking in the hot tub, steam room or sauna and cool down between uses. **One should never move from the hot tub directly to the steam room or sauna or vice versa if the 10 minute time limit in the spa area has been reached. •Exit immediately and notify staff if feeling any kind of discomfort such as dizziness, nausea, lightheadedness or feeling faint. •Alcohol, drugs, medications and hot temperatures don’t mix. Spa heat accelerates the effects of alcohol and drugs and can cause unconsciousness. •Please note that pregnant women should consult their physicians before use. •No one under the age of 16 years is permitted in any Spa Facilities or areas.
Lifeguard Positions for 2016 As the Club prepares for summer we are now accepting applications for Lifeguards. Guards reapplying for returning positions must do so by February 28th to insure their positions are held. Beginning March 1st any remaining openings will begin being filled. The Club is hoping to get a jump on hiring in the area so positions may fill quickly. Please don’t wait to apply if you are interested. Applications are available online at www.LakeNaomiClub.com under Contact Us. Hard copies are also available at both the Administrative Office and Community Center
Lifeguard Certification Course
The Lake Naomi Club is getting a jump on the summer by offering a Lifeguard Certification course over the Presidents Holiday weekend. Class will kick off Friday night from 6-9:30 PM with CPR then in water and class room work continues all day Saturday, Feb. 13th through Monday, Feb. 15th. Cost of class is $200 with a reimbursement incentive for those who work the summer of 2016 lifeguarding with the Club. Please contact Meredith Sensenig at the LSCC to register or for further questions at msensenig@lakenaomiclub.com.
Important Indoor Pool Etiquette For the comfort of all Members using the indoor aquatic facilities, we encourage you to rinse off before entering the indoor pool, steam room or sauna. This is especially important if you have just worked up a sweat in the fitness center or multi-purpose room. Showerheads for this purpose are located in the Men’s and Ladies’ locker rooms right before you enter the indoor pool area. Your fellow Members thank you!
Tree of Mittens – Success The Activities Committee wanted to say thank you to all who donated to the 2015 Tree of Mittens which stood 10 feet tall at the Community Center. By the end of the holiday season, our baskets were completely filled with hats, scarves and mittens which were donated to the foster children of Monroe County. A big thank you to Caroline Graham who makes sure that the donations reached their proper destination again this year. We would also like to recognize your generous donations to the Toys for Tots program. Many local children had a very blessed holiday.
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Spring Doubles Tennis Tournament Year round competitive tennis players are invited to express their interest in participating in a month long Round Robin Tournament where each team will be formed via blind draw with one A and one B player. Teams will play all other teams in two sets with a 12 point tie break if needed. Because this can be quite a bit of play, teams are given a month to get in all play by setting their matches themselves in order to accommodate everyone’s busy lifestyles here in LN-TT. The most matches won when play is complete will win the Tourney. In the event of a Tie for best score (which did happen in the Fall of 2013) teams will play an additional match to break the tie and determine the Tournament winner. Anyone interested in playing the April Tournament should email their intent with their cell phone number for contact and their player ability (“A” or “B”) to msensenig@lakenaomiclub.com. Please make the contact before March 1st so a determination can be made if enough interest is made to have the Tourney. All who express interest will be contacted in early March to update the status and set teams and get the tournament started if it’s a go!
Tennis Talk
2015- From Start To Finish
In every athletic contest, it is better to finish strong than to start strong. There is always enough time to recover from a disastrous beginning. 2015 started with the loss of my brother but it ended with the celebration of a granddaughter’s 5th birthday, the 33rd birthday of her mother, and the induction of my father, Dick McKee, into the South Carolina Tennis Patrons Foundation Hall of Fame. In an early December ceremony at Wild Dunes Resort on the Isle of Palms, S.C., I was allotted only fifteen minutes to talk about my Dad. I could have talked for hours. I learned about his future induction on September 21, the next day would have been his 95th birthday. To make this occasion even more special, the Isle of Palms is where our family vacationed every Easter when we were youngsters living in Greenville, S.C. If you would like to read about my dad, go to the web page of South Carolina Tennis Hall Of Fame- Belton and click on portraits of inductees. From there, go to the year 2015 and click again on his name, Dick McKee. You should see his portrait and description of his tennis life. One of the qualities my father tried to instill in his children and to all his students was to never give up. If you persevere long enough, you can conquer any adversity. Success is just around the corner. How fortunate our young people are at Lake Naomi to have these wonderful lifetime sports to teach them how to handle defeat but also victory. Lights Out, Game On With XGLOSIVE Tennis Tip - As a great majority of “Wear white. Perfect that forehand. Keep quiet. our members continue to play this If that’s your impression of tennis, prepare to winter, I strongly recommend a fifteen be over-ruled,” this is how the article began in minute run and stretch routine to get the latest Tennis Magazine under Membership the blood flow started. Remember to news from USTA Florida. The “Lights Out Ten- do every stretch slowly and concennis Tour” will be making a stop in my area of trate on the calves and hamstrings. the state very soon. Balls, court lines, net and To help you achieve to watch the equipment all glow under black lights in a ball ball better, place a tennis ball on a striking workout surrounded by colors and mu- desktop and look at it for one minute. sic. Sounds like fun! XGLOSIVE TENNIS can Then try for two minutes, then three, be setup on hard courts, clay courts, or on an etc. The great tennis champion, Billie indoor facility. More about this next newsletter. Jean King, credited her success with As we enter 2016, please remember the physical, this drill. mental, and social benefits that tennis offers. For those of you who for some reason stopped play- In the March issue, I will talk ing, you better get back on the court. For the avid about some new tennis initiatives player, congratulations to you for your continued that the tennis industry is undertakinterest in this wonderful sport. Maybe you can ing to grow our game. convince a friend to take their first tennis lesson. Until then, enjoy your tennis and Happy New Year! Richard McKee We need to grow our sport.
Winter is Platform Tennis Season
Holiday Gala
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Now that winter is here we’re seeing more use of the Platform Tennis Courts which makes sence as the sport was invented to accommodate tennis players not able to get on the courts once colder weather hits. Here is some pertinent information to help you best utilize this fast moving game which is a great way to warm up outdoors while enjoying the fresh air often missed in winter. •The Platform Tennis court has a heating feature and IS ONLY used to melt away ice PRIOR to your play. It cannot be used during play to warm the court area. •PLEASE call the Community Center in advance so we can make sure the deck is clear of snow and ice for you. •Courts are available seven days a week anytime the LSCC is open but to reiterate, aadditional snow and ice removal time may be needed after inclement weather. •Racquets and balls are available for check out at the reception desk. Eye protection is hhighly recommended and athletic shoes are required. •All Members are permitted to play with no court fees. •Courts are first come, first to play, but if you have a group wishing to play at a particuular time, please call to reserve the courts with the receptionist. •The reception desk keeps platform tennis highlights sheets as well as the official rules ffor the Members to use. Additional information can also be found on the APTA website aat www.platformtennis.org. Many Members are now organizing regular games. Please contact the Community C Center at (570) 646-8585 if you are interested in getting involved.
RC Laser Winter Invitational Regatta The Radio Controlled Laser Fleet #9 will again be hosting what is known as “The World Indoor Sailing Championship” on Sunday, February 7th from 7-11 AM. This is a by invitation regatta because this level of competitive sailing in the indoor pool requires an expert ability for sailing in close quarters in an environment with hard edges. For the same reason the number of boats starting a race must be limited to 8 at a time. The same format experimented with last year (which allows more than 8 registrants, but limits skippers to 8 per race through a randomization process) will continue this year. We hope to run at least twenty races in the four hour time span of the competition. These sailing races feature fast paced racing with races starting back to back to back. Each race is two and a half laps of the pool which happens quickly. Six “off lake” sailors, many of which are world class radio control sailors, will be returning for the event so come out and see the experts race with great camaraderie as well. Interested participants should contact Meredith Sensenig at msensenig@lakenaomiclub. com so we can plan accordingly. Cost for the event is $20 per skipper. Trophies will be awarded at the end of the sailing day. Space will be provided the evening before for anyone who would like to set up their boat Saturday night rather than at 7 AM on Sunday. If you’d like to try your hand at radio controlled sailing in the pool another time we have informal sailing on Sundays as follows: January 24, February 21, March 6 and March 20. Sailors are in the pool from 8-10 AM and there’s typically a boat available to try out and a fellow Member willing to provide pointers. This is a fun year round sport to try or watch anytime. Reminder, the pool area is over 80 degrees, please dress accordingly.
Service Awards Presented to Team Members Awards were presented at the Lake Naomi Club’s holiday luncheon for Team Members who attained landmark years of full-time service. Those honored for their dedication and loyalty were: Twenty Year Award Robert Mecca, Maintenance Fifteen Year Award Patrick Ednie, Senior Patrol Ranger Stephanie Kerrick, Receptionist Thomas Jaeger, Patrol Ranger Ten Year Award Robert A. Jones, Jr., General Manager William Allfather, Systems Manager
2016 Lake Naomi Club Officers Newly elected Officers of the 2016 Board of Trustees and the Board of Governors are as follows: Board of Trustees President Connell McGill Vice President Bob Mills Secretary Cary Levinson Treasurer George Bernardin Board of Governors Chair Carolyn Kopchains Vice Chair Howard Cooper All Members of the Lake Naomi Club Board of Trustees and the Board of Governors are Property Owners in Lake Naomi or Timber Trails and all serve as volunteers. Members of the Board of Trustees a Board of Governors receive no and financial remuneration or special c consideration of any type.
Membership Dues & Association Fees
Five Year Award Timothy Brooks, Operations Manager Beth Evans, Accounting Assistant Leila Sehat, Community Center Thomas Boyden, Clubhouse Laurie Vaccola, Receptionist/Secretary Zachary Swingle, Patrol Ranger Dana Kubiak, Clubhouse
Does the Club have your current Email Address?
There have been several occasions when Management has sent out a mass email to inform all our Members of weather conditions and important events. Our Members are very thankful to receive this information and they have a sense of comfort in knowing that if there is an important issue they will be the first to know. In addition to being able to sign-up for email groups the Club can email everyone through the website database. This is a secure mass email so that your email address will only be displayed on your computer. Also once a w week the Club emails a LNC Newsletter Weekly U Update with the latest information on upcoming ev events and important reminders. Take a moment to update your email address. Click on the Members Section of www.LakeNaomiClub.com, signbe in with your name and password and click on My Profile that is found in the upper right hand M corner. Select the edit button next to your name co under Contacts. If you have any questions conun ta tact Communications Manager Laura Altemose at laltemose@lakenaomiclub.com.
The accounting department needs your help! Many Members are not aware that the Lake Naomi Club, The Pocono Pines Community Association and the Timber Trails Community Association are three separate and very different organizations, each governed by different state and federal laws. Each of these organizations has its own bank accounts, its own general ledger and its own audit. The Lake Naomi Club and the two home owner associations work together whenever possible to make things easier for all of their Members as we all coexist as one large happy group. However, please remember that when paying your Lake Naomi Membership dues and when paying your PPCA or TTCA association fees, the two should not be combined on one check. A separate check to each entity is required to satisfy GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Procedures) set forth by the Club’s and Association’s auditors. The Club and the Associations appreciate your timely payments and your assistance with keeping the books in good order.
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2016 Membership Required for Golf Although your 2015 Lake Naomi Club Membership Identification remains valid for access to most Club facilities through May 1, 2016; a 2016 Golf Membership will be required to access the Timber Trails Golf Course starting April 15, 2016. Your cooperation in this matter is most appreciated. The Golf Course is scheduled (weather permitting) to officially open for weekend play beginning Friday, April 15, 2016.
My LNC Moment
One of the projects that the new Social Media Coordinator Mark Luethi will be taking on is developing a series of short video clips where a Member tells a simple story about the Lake Naomi Club. It could be anything from why they love LNC, to a special remembrance at an LNC event, or your favorite family tradition at LNC. Of course to make this a success we need your help. If you would like to tell your story or find out more information please contact Mark Luethi at mluethi@lakenaomiclub.com.
Vehicle Registration Form The Lake Naomi Club is continuing its Vehicle Registration Program for Lake Naomi residents during 2016. If you would like to participate in this voluntary program, please fill out the application which was just recently sent to you in a separate mailing. The vehicle stickers will be included in your 2016 membership packet which may be picked up beginning April 1st. Please note that Timber Trails residents have already received their vehicle registration form with their annual assessment billing. Residents are reminded to include the form when mailing back their assessment payment. The vehicle stickers requested on this form will be mailed back to the member.
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Social Media Coordinator
The Club is happy to announce that Mark Luethi has been named the Club’s Social Media Coordinator. Mark has been working for the Club since 2011 where he started out working in the Clubhouse as a food runner. Clubhouse Manager Peter Koryttko discovered Mark’s photography talents and the Club soon made him the official LNC photographer. The last three summers Mark has been the Club’s photographer and has showcased his skill with image enhancements and video creations. Any Member who is a Facebook.com/LakeNaomiClub fan has seen and “liked” the work that Mark has already done. Mark noted that his favorite events to shoot are the Junior Sailing Regatta, Family Adventure Race and Frank Dekmar’s horseraces at the pool! Mark is a graduate of Emerson College in Boston, where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree as a Film Major in 2001. He began his career in Los Angeles working on documentaries for filmmaker Mark Wexler. During this time he was the associate producer of the critically-acclaimed feature documentary film, Tell Them Who You Are (voted one of the Top 10 films of 2005 by the Associated Press), and the co-producer of How To Live Forever. The Club is extremely lucky that Mark chose to move back east and become a part of the LNC Team. One of the areas that have been identified in a recent Brand Study for the Club is the importance of social media. “In today’s world, the question is no longer why a brand should be using social media, it is why aren’t you using social media.” So as we continue to look for means to market the Club we understand one of the best ways is to have a strong and engaged social media presence. So Mark Luethi will be joining forces with Communications Manager Laura Altemose and Hospitality Manager Carolyn Keiper in promoting the Club and the Mountaintop Lodge across the Social Media Platforms. Be sure to check out Facebook.com/LakeNaomiClub, Twitter.com/LakeNaomiClub, Instagram.com/lakenaomiclub_official, Pinterest.com/lakenaomiclub, Linkedin.com/company/lake-naomi-club, Youtube.com/user/LakeNaomiClub, Vimeo.com/lakenaomiclub. Along with Facebook. com/MountaintopLodge, Twitter.com/Mountaintopbnb and Facebook.com/WeddingsAtMountaintopLodge.
Community Center Multipurpose Room Etiquette While Members are utilizing the Community Center’s Multipurpose Room for indoor tennis play, they sometimes find it challenging to share the space with the recreation participants on the other side of the curtain. Because the LSCC is a multiuse facility, all Members are asked to be familiar with and practice the Multipurpose Room guidelines which follow and are outlined in the Leisure Service Guide. It is suggested that Members call ahead when planning on using the MPR as programming may be scheduled which could limit access for general use. Multipurpose Room Guidelines: Please only wear shoes with non-marking soles. Athletic shirts and shorts are required, cut-offs are not permitted. Roughhousing and horseplay is considered unsafe and not permitted at any time. Please do not hang on the basketball rims or lean on the tennis nets. Food and eating are not permitted in the multi-purpose room. Drinks are only permitted in reusable plastic containers with lids (i.e. sports bottles.) Please limit curtain movement between courts. Multipurpose Room while set for Indoor Tennis- Additional Guidelines: Athletic attire and shoes are required to play indoor tennis. Only persons engaged in play may be on the court. Each court may have a maximum of four players and three regulation size tennis balls unless otherwise approved by Management. P Please keep the courts free of litter, especially empty ball cans and ball ccan metal caps which can damage the floor. P Players are expected to practice court etiquette at all Lake Naomi Club Tennis facilities: B respectful to the adjacent court at all times, especially when walking in and out and when Be retrieving balls. Should the need to interrupt arise, please wait until after the point in play. C Courteous and sportsmanlike conduct is always expected. L Limit disruptive conversation and behavior. Profane language is never acceptable. Throwing racquets will not be tolerated and unnecessary screaming is discouraged. A Although cell phones are permitted in the Community Center, lowering ringer volume and taking calls to another area are courteous practices always appreciated by others. W We hope these basic reminders will help all Members find their time at the Community Center m more enjoyable as many users share common space. We thank you for your cooperation.
Boat Rental Program This is the time to register your interest in donating your unused boat to the Boat Rental Program. The Club is seeking Laser Sailboats and newer Sunfish Sailboats. In return for your donation you are entitled to 8 free boat rentals for the next five seasons that can be used by yourself, your Special Family Members and your Guests. Other incentives may be available depending on sailboat age and conditions The boat rental season begins on weekends beginning Memorial Day weekend and every day during the main summer season. The fleet currently consists of single and double kayaks, canoes and row boats. Sailboats are available on a limited basis, once you’ve been “authorized” by a trained Member of the Sailing Staff. For more information on Boat Donations please e-mail Meredith Sensenig at msensenig@ lakenaomiclub.com with your boat information and contact information. Let’s get the unused boats in the community out on the water being used where they belong!
Water Testing
Prosser Laboratories will continue to offer a well water testing program to Lake Naomi residents. Sample test kits are available at the Administrative office. There are four levels to choose from and the prices vary from $22 for a Coliform Bacteria test, to $89 for Coliform Bacteria, Nitrates, Solids, Sulfates, Lead and Copper. Instructions on sample collection and payment information are included with each kit. Samples will be accepted at the Administrative office on the third Thursday of every month before 10 AM. Prosser Labs will retrieve them from the office promptly at 10 am. Results of your tests are mailed directly to you. If you have any questions regarding this program, please feel free to contact Association Manager, Wendi Freeman at wfreeman@lakenaomiclub.com or by calling her at 570-646-9191.
Septic System Maintenance Seminar
The Environmental Stewardship Committee will be providing the residents of Lake Naomi and Timber Trails with educational information on important topics pertaining to the management and conservation of our natural resources. Perhaps at your primary residence, or where you lived in the past your house was connected to a central sewer system and you didn’t have to worry where the water went after you flushed your toilet. However, in Lake Naomi-Timber Trails you rely on an on-lot septic system to treat and dispose of your wastewater. Are you properly managing your system? Do you know how to maintain your septic system and how to identify problems with your septic system? Penn State Extension will discuss septic system inspection and maintenance. Learn how to protect your health, your property and our shared groundwater and surface water resources. Economic & Community Development Extension Educator, Peter Wulfhorst will be giving a talk on Septic Systems at the Community Center on Saturday, May 21, 2016. Be sure to put this date on your calendar.
Sponsor a Friend
Have you ever considered what a great gift it would be to sponsor a friend, family member or neighbor so they can have their wedding reception or other special event at the Lake Naomi Clubhouse? The Club is a very special place for a wedding reception or other special event for a number of reasons. First, not just anyone can have their event at the Lake Naomi Clubhouse. Only Memberr Events and Member Sponsored Events are permitted at the Lake Naomi Clubhouse. Second, there isn’t a more beautiful spot in the Mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania for a wedding reception or other special event. Third, the very professional Clubhouse Staff will do an outstanding job on the presentation of the event and catering to all of your needs as well as the needs of your guests. The Clubhouse is available for wedding receptions, cocktail parties, luncheons, anniversaries, brunches or any kind of special event you might imagine from 40 to 200 people. The Tall Timbers Dining Room is available for groups up to 60 people. The Mountaintop Lodge is also available for weddings and special events. Parties from 20-50 people can be served in the main great room. Parties using the outside back courtyard and deck can accommodate 65 to125 people. Using the entire lodge parties of 60-160 can be served. Contact the Club’s Event Coordinator Liz Foder at efoder@lakenaomiclub.com to book your wedding reception or special event or to sponsor a friend, family member or neighbor in booking their wedding reception or special event.
Boat and Canoe Racks Remember, boat and canoe rack assignments are made based on the location of the member’s home as well as when their dues payment is received. The earlier you pay your 2016 membership dues, the better your chances are of being assigned racks in your preferred area. Refer to your invoice mailing for more detailed information on the rack assignment process.
From the ARC
Spring will be here before you know it and when it arrives, everyone will want to enjoy the fresh air and work outside. If you are planning to build a new house, undertake any major landscaping project or make any type of structural changes to your property, it is important that you abide by the Deed Restrictions as well as the “Architectural Standards and Requirements” for the Lake Naomi – Timber Trails Community. These standards are intended to promote harmonious design, the protection of the environment and collective interests of owners of property in the Community. Included in the S&R’s is a requirement that all propane tanks be screened from sight by using either privacy lattice or landscaping that provides sufficient screening or both for maximum buffering. With the addition of the Code of Conduct to assist in preservation of our beautiful Community, leaving your tanks un-buffered is also a v violation of the Code and can be subje to a fine. While fining is the last ject th thing anyone wants to do, propane ta tanks detract from the beauty of your hhome and the Community. If you hhaven’t already done so, please be a ggood neighbor and screen your tank. Even less aesthetically pleasing is a bright blue tarp! Blue tarps are also nnot permitted in Lake Naomi – Timber Trails. Dark green and brown tarps blend so much better with our natural environment! Cramers Home Center, a short drive east on 940, usually has these in stock, along with both Lowe’s and Home Depot. Another item that has caused concern with the neighbors is spotlights. When installing them, remember to point them down. Most people are not fond of spot lights shining in their windows! Please put them on a motion sensor and turn them off when you are not here or won’t need them. 11
Meet Me at the Lodge Off-season time is soup time at the Mountaintop Lodge. Every day we are offering two of Chef Frank’s delectable, creative soups for you to enjoy from 11:30 AM -2:30 PM or while it lasts. It's a great place to come with friends for a game of cards or a leisurely afternoon conversation by the fireplace. A Bowl and a Roll is only $5.00 and if that first bowl doesn't fill you up, have a little bit more. Once you've finished your lunch there's plenty of sweet treats to indulge in as well. Church Groups, Pacesetters, Pathfinders, Celebration Showers and Questers...oh my! Does your group have a meeting coming up? Is there a special occasion that calls for a celebration? We are able to help coordinate small scale luncheons or dinners for your business, group of friends or club. Our dining room can comfortably seat functions of 12-40 guests. Call to see if your desired date is available. Ski, Play and Stay! Winter temperatures have finally arrived and with it, the area ski slopes are making snow and opening! Maybe you want a quick trip to the Poconos for some winter activities but don't want to go through the hassle of opening your home. The Mountaintop Lodge is a great place to stay. This season we are offering a special where showing us your ski ticket will save you 20% on a reservation. This deal is great to share with your family and friends as well. Just tell them to mention the deal and our welcoming staff will take it from there. Another exciting event is just around the corner...join us April 8-10, 2016 for a Murder Mystery Weekend. We're headed back to 1932 and Zahoroiko Entertainment will be leading the discussions as Notorious mobster Poppa Red Zitt travels to the Poconos. Your weekend package includes two nights and three days of lodging, two breakfasts, a cocktail welcome party y on Friday y and a deluxe dinner on Saturday evening. The all-inclusive price is $350.00 Holiday Singing at the MTL per person based on double occupancy. You're not going to want to miss this exciting weekend..
2016 Membership rsship D Directory irectory U Update pdate Inclusion in the Membership Directory is an optional service available to all Club Members. The Membership Directory will be re-printed in its entirety this year. Many of you have already submitted your changes/additions/updates. Please take a moment to review your listing in the Directory. If you would like to make any changes and/or additions, or if you are not listed in the Directory and would like to be, please complete the form found online in the Online Office section of our website at www.LakeNaomiClub.com (remember to first click on the Members tab in the upper right corner). You can also request that the form be sent to you by calling the Administrative Office at (570) 646-9191.Only the names, email addresses and phone numbers you provide on the form will be published in the Directory. Don’t miss this opportunity to have your information listed with your fellow Club Members. Fill out the form today!
Calling all Members with their last name beginning with L-Q If your last name begins with the letter L, M, N, O, P or Q it is time to get your Membership ID picture retaken again. The Club has established a four year retake schedule to assure that the Membership ID cards remain current. Believe it or not we are on the second round of the four year schedule. Please remember that it is important to make sure that your ID card actually looks like you and if you would like to update your picture before the four year cycle please stop in the Administrative Office at your convenience. Members who are behind in getting their pictures updated could experience inconvenience at a LNC amenity. The LNC Staff Members have been instructed to look closely at the Membership Cards to guarantee each and every Member has their own ID card. The Club encourages the young Members to have their picture taken more often as their appearance can change considerably in just a single year. So to avoid confusion and to avoid delays be sure to stop in the Administrative Office to update your Membership ID picture. 12
Lake Naomi Club Q & A What is the date for the Independence Day Picnic in 2016? The 2016 Independence Day Picnic will be held on Monday, July 4th. Why does the Clubhouse request reservations for dinner in the main dining room? The popular misconception of why the Clubhouse asks for reservations is so staff can be scheduled accordingly. While this is partially true, the primary reason for reservations is to control the flow of the dining room business to guarantee that the service staff and kitchen staff run efficiently. The most popular eating time is between 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM and if every Member arrives during this time period the operations of the Clubhouse become back logged which results in delayed service to the Membership. The goal is to provide consistent platinum service to the Members and reservation helps the staff accomplish this. Walk-ins will always be welcomed but please try to make a reservation to ensure that you receive the Platinum Club Service that you deserve.
Reflections Online Did you know you can view the latest Reflections on our website (www. LakeNaomiClub.com) several days before you receive it in the mail? Are you interested in receiving an email telling you that the latest Reflections is available online and sending you a link to the website? To participate in this program simply sign into the website and update your email address in your profile (found in the upper right corner of the website). Then check the box next to Reflections under the Communication Preference. The email message will come from MessengerService@AssociationVoice.com with the Subject line reading LNC Reflections available online. While in the Communication Preference section check off any of the other email groups you would like to hear from. Also, if you would like to stop receiving your Reflections newsletter in the mail and receive it online only, simply e-mail us at admin@lakenaomiclub.com and tell us you want to receive your Reflections newsletter via e-mail only.