Mid-Winter 2011

WHAT’S INSIDE

Message from the GM......................... 2

St. Patrick’s Day Celebration ........... 3

Looking Ahead to 2011 ........................ 4

Three Tenors Return to LNC .................... 5

President’s Weekend Recreaton Events . 6

Winter Swim Lessons................................ 7

Winter is Platform Tennis Season ........ 8

Sailing Association................................ 9

MemberShare Refer-ral - How Does it Work? ................... 11

www.LakeNaomiClub.com

Valentine’s Weekend Celebration Valentine Dinner and Dance on Saturday, February 12th

Valentine’s Honeymoon Dinner Special from 5:30 to 8:30 PM Join us for a special, romantic night of dining. Enjoy our “Chateaubriand for Two”

which has quickly become an annual tradition at the Club, along with wine specials and elegant music. This Surf & Turf dinner will include a Honeymoon Beef Filet and Lobster Tail. Please call the Clubhouse to reserve your spot with your special someone. The entire

PM, dance the night away with Honeymoon medleys played by “Fancy Dancer” (a four piece high energy band, same band who performed our New Years Eve Gala). Valentine Brunch on Sunday, February 13th

Valentine’s Day Piano Brunch Buffet from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PMBring Mom for Valentine’s Day Brunch and the kids under age 6 eat free!! Enjoy our

Brunch with additional fresh selections from our culinary team. Lake Naomi Club Grand Salad Display with composed salads, condiments and dressings, Norwegian smoked

bacon, country sausage links, potatoes o’brien, cheddar cheese grits with assorted top-pings, Chef carved Angus beef with a sherry-mushroom sauce, grilled fresh catch with a lemon beurre blanc, confetti rice, medley of vegetables, Chef’s Grand Dessert Table. The price of the brunch is $19.50 for adults and $9.95 for children ages 6 to 12. Our Valen-tine’s events are expected to sell-out quickly, so call the Clubhouse to reserve soon.

LNC’s Second Annual Car ShowCome show off your pride and joy! The Second

Annual Lake Naomi Car Show will be held Saturday, May 21st from 12:30 PM until 4:00 PM. The registration fee is $18.00 which includes space for your car, a t-shirt, nametag, window sign, refreshments and lunch. The car convoy will begin at the Community Center at 11:30 AM, ending at the Lake Naomi Clubhouse. “Long Time Comin” will perform live outside

will be awarded to the Top Eight Winners! We will continue the party through the night with our 50’s Sock Hop Party from 6-10 PM inside the Clubhouse, with prizes for “Best

Chef Will and his team will prepare a 50’s style buffet and complimentary soda pop and

and tax, and $11.99 for children ages 4-12. For reservations for both events, please call the Clubhouse (570) 646-2866. Online reservations for the car show will be available in March, stay tuned to e-mail blasts.

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LAKE NAOMI CLUBRoute 423

Pocono Pines, PA 18350570-646-9191

www.LakeNaomiClub.com

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Stephen J. Harker

Anna C. McAleerConnell J. McGillRobert S. Mills, Jr.

Robert A. Jones, Jr.General Manager

Jeffrey M. Evans, MCM, CCM, PCAM

Laura M. Altemose

Message from the General Manager2010 was another banner year for the Lake Naomi

the 2011 season. The Team is already busy developing the 2011 Summer Calendar

One of the main reasons for the Club’s successful Platinum Club status is the 200 plus volunteers on the Committees and the Boards. The Club is always looking for new volunteers so whether you are retired or busy with young children and want to get

application. The Committee and the BOG Applications can also be found online in the Member’s Section of the www.LakeNaomiClub.com under Online Sign-Up.

The Club was very fortunate to increase the membership by seven memberships in 2010 ending with a total of 1596 compared to 1589 in 2009. The Club had a total of 78 new memberships. Every year we hold three New Member Orientations where the Management Team has the pleasure of meeting all the new Members and sharing infor-

department. You can also go online and review the Meet the Manager page under the -

municate better, so if you have any suggestions please let us know.

is under renovation. The café kitchen is being redesigned to serve homemade pizzas, fresh tossed salads and gourmet sandwiches. An outside grill station will be added (similar to the LN Pool café) to offer char grill items. Also new will be a self serve

while reading the latest posting on the Club’s Facebook page. Be sure to stay tuned for

all new family friendly dining area during the 2011 Summer Season.Remember my job is to ensure your fun! Robert Jones

P. Kenneth Brownstein Retires from Board of TrusteesAt the Board of Trustees meeting on November 6, 2010 Kenny Brownstein was hon-

ored for his nine years of service on the Board of Trustees. Kenny retired from the Board of Trustees effective December 31, 2010. During his time on the Board of Trustees, Kenny served as the Vice President for four years and President for one year. BOT incoming President Jim Hyatt thanked Kenny for his perceptive ability in seeing all sides of an issue which helped the Trustees always reach a well rounded decision. Jim remembered back to the Membership Annual Meeting following 9/11 when Kenny served as the BOG Chair how he began the meeting in a manner that inspired all the Members in attendance. Prior to serving on the BOT Kenny served on the Board of

Governors. Kenny also served on the Tennis Committee and as the Chair of the Tennis Committee for three years. Kenny and his wife Lisa have had a home in Timber Trails and held Club Membership since 1985. Kenny and Lisa reside in Philadelphia and are very active Members of the Lake Naomi - Timber Trails Community.

In MemoriamVirginia (Ginny) Tifft

of Grand Junction, Colorado and Pocono Pines, Pennsylvania

November 5, 2010Member since 1964

Julie Ierardi

and Pocono Pines, PennsylvaniaJanuary 4, 2011

Lake Naomi resident since 1981Lillian Kelly

of Old Tappan, New Jerseyand Pocono Pines, Pennsylvania

January 16, 2011Member since 1974

Busy Year for LN-TT RangersUnder the direction of Chief Ranger John Lamberton,

the Lake Naomi – Timber Trails Patrol Rangers were very busy during 2010 handling 6,228 calls and logging over 82,000 patrol miles on their four Ranger vehicles. Dur-ing 2010 the Patrol Rangers also conducted 5,187 paid house checks and 3,833 random house checks.

The Timber Trails Gate House Rangers also had a busy year logging in 15,200 visitors and 5,815 contractors. The Patrol Rangers are also very active with the Recre-

ation Department by having a full-time Ranger assigned to Kids Klub and night recre-ation at the Community Center and conducting several safety programs at Kids Klub

dedicated service to the property owners of Lake Naomi – Timber Trails.

Mark your CalendarPlease mark your calendar for the 2011

Clubhouse Committee events.St. Patrick’s Day, March 5th

Welcome Back, June 11th

DJ on the Beach, August 7th Sunset on Lake Naomi, Sept 10th

Halloween Party, October 29th

Holiday Gala, December 10th

New Year’s Eve, December 31st

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Valentines Weekend

Winter Buffet and Regular Menu 5:30 – 9:00 PM

LNCH is open from 5:00 - 10:00 PM

Grille Room 6:00 – 10:00 PMDining Room 6:00 – 9:00 PM

LNCH is open from 5:00 - 10:00 PM

6:00 - 9:00 PM French Chateaubriand, Surf & Turf

and the Full Menu Available Dancing from 9:00 PM– Midnight

Entertainment “Fancy Dancer”LNCH is open from 5:00 - Midnight

Valentines Day Piano Brunch 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Presidents Day Weekend

Winter Buffet and Regular Menu 5:30 – 9:00 PM

LNCH is open from 5:00 - 10:00 PM

Grille Room 6:00 – 10:00 PMDining Room 6:00 – 9:00 PM

Seafood Buffet and Regular Menu available

DJ Thomas Emanski at the Bar9:00 PM to Midnight

LNCH is open from 5:00 - Midnight

Grille Room 6:00 – 10:00 PMDining Room 6:00 – 9:00 PM,

Seafood Buffet and Regular Menu available

Entertainment “CJT Band”9:00 PM to Midnight

LNCH is open from 5:00 - Midnight

Presidents Day Breakfast Buffet 9:00 AM - Noon

Lunch in Grille Noon - 3:00 PMDinner 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM

Dinner Specials and Regular Menu available

LNCH open from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM*Please call for Reservations

(570) 646-2866.

Extended Holiday Hours Due to popular demand, the Club-

house will extend its hours of opera-tion on holiday weekends. Please show your support for these extended hours by including the Club in your weekend plans!

St. Patrick’s Day Celebration

almost here. The Lake Naomi Clubhouse is kicking off the celebration with our 19th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Party on Saturday, March 5, 2011. All you lassies and laddies come celebrate with all the classics: cabbage, rosemary lamb, sheperd’s pie, carved corn beef… and of course, Green Beer! Once again, the Clubhouse Committee will be sponsoring the event, with entertainment from

songs, contemporary songs and special requests. Mc Hugh & Company is located out of the Philadelphia area and packs the house on every venue. We were lucky enough to book them at the Clubhouse. The band consists of Tom McHugh on Keyboard, Ron

Fiddler. The party starts at 6:00 PM with a cash bar and Spe-

Dinner Buffet created by Chef Will and his Culinary Team starting at 7:00 PM.

The rest of the night is yours to celebrate with friends and tremendous entertainment. The price for this event will be $29.99 per adult inclusive. Sign up online or call the Com-munity Center ASAP to reserve your spot!

NEW Breakfast ClubThe Lake Naomi Clubhouse will be holding an a la carte breakfast service beginning

April 3rd and will take place each Sunday with the exception of our Brunch Buffets

pancakes, eggs and your favorite breakfast items. Breakfast will begin at just $3.95 so be sure to join us on Sundays before heading to the Tennis Complex and Golf Course!Wine Tasting at the LNCH

Come out and join us for an afternoon of wine, food and fun as we taste our way -

tion of antipasto and tapas to help enhance your tasting experience. The wine presenta-tions will be provided by Thomas J. Holton “The Wine Merchant”. The total cost per person will be $19.50 all inclusive. Please make your reservations by April 19th. Call the Community Center at 570, 646-8585 or go online under www.LakeNaomiClub.com. Hope to see you there!!Cooking Demonstration

Please join Chef Will and the Culinary Team on Saturday, April 16, 2011 for an interactive cooking seminar. There will be an engaging food tasting and presentation on seafood, in-

cooking styles. Chef Will plans to show the art of tasting food through the use of several interactive tasting demonstrations. Chef Will and the Culinary Team will be more than happy to answer any questions at the end of the demonstration. So come out to enjoy an afternoon of food and fun at the Lake Naomi Clubhouse. This event will be held at the Lake Naomi Clubhouse from 1:00 PM until 4:00 PM.Easter Brunch

Join us on Sunday, April 24, 2011 at the Clubhouse for our annual Easter Brunch Buffet. This event begins at 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM with seatings every half hour.

Chef Will and his Culinary Team will prepare a grand buffet including: made to order -

and treats! The cost of this event is $29.00 per adult inclusive and children ages 4-12 are just $12.50. Children ages three and under eat free! 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 right away to reserve your spot!Lake Naomi Clubhouse Closes for Spring Cleaning

Each year the Clubhouse closes for a few weeks to spruce everything up for the Spring and Summer. This year the Clubhouse will be completely closed from Monday, March 7th through Wednesday, March 16th, reopening on Thursday, March 17th with a traditional St. Patrick Style Buffet.

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Capital Enhancement charge added to your invoice this year. The Membership Staff

the $50 added into their total. These invoices are then put aside to be followed up with the Members to arrange for the additional fee. To avoid having your invoice processing delayed, remember to include the $50 Capital Enhancement charge in your total.

As stated in the memo from the Board of Trustees which was included in the invoice mailing:

You will notice a new line item on your 2011 invoice, a $50 charge that will go di-rectly to the Club’s Capital Enhancement Fund. This Fund was established to provide a funding source for the capital improvements the Club will need to make in order to maintain and improve our premier status. Strategic and Long Range Facility Plans are in the development stages and they present various opportunity areas where the Club will consider making capital investments. Ideas like enhancing the Timber Trails’ Golf Center, Clubhouse, Pool and expanding Lake Naomi Clubhouse parking are just some of the components of this Long Range plan. In 2011, the Club will ask you to complete a survey in order to get additional direction.

Looking Ahead to 2011For those Members who are plan-

ning now for the Season the following tentative dates are provided for facility

openings and special events:March:

Saturday, March 5, 2011 at the Lake

Naomi Clubhouse

Friday, April 8, 2011

Fridays through Mondays (Weather Permitting)

Sunday, April 24, 2011 at the LNCH

Saturday, April 30, 2011

weekends and holidays (Weather Permitting)

May:Sunday, May 8, 2011

at the Lake Naomi ClubhouseFriday, May 20, 2011

opens seven days a weekSaturday, May 28, 2011

weekends and holidays

weekends and holidays Saturday, May 28, 2011

at the Community CenterSunday, May 29, 2011

Sunday, May 29, 2011

June:Saturday, June 25, 2011

All facilities (pool, tennis, clubhouse, recreation programs,

beaches, etc.) open full time

Sunday, July 3, 2011

Saturday, August 13, 2011 at the

Pocono Mtn West High SchoolMonday, September 5, 2011

(last day for LNC’s Summer 2011 schedule)

The Dress Code at the Lake Naomi Clubhouse

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.

16 and older must wear a collared shirt or a comparable dress shirt at all times. Beach attire, T-shirts, cut-offs, tank tops and hats are not permitted at any time. Except for special functions where they are appropriate (for example, square dances and western night), blue denim jeans are discouraged (however not prohibited) on Saturday nights.

For Sunday Breakfast Buffets dressy casual is recommended. Gentlemen and young men 16 and older must wear a collared shirt or a comparable dress shirt at all times. Beach attire, T-shirts, cut-offs, tank tops and hats are not permitted at any time.

On the outdoor deck, beach attire, cut-offs, hats and jeans are permitted. However, entering the Club for special buffet events will not be permitted unless you are dressed in appropriate attire per the above description.

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 t-shirts, printed tee-shirts, short shorts and bare middrift tops are unacceptable.

Please inform your guests of this policy before they arrive at the Clubhouse.

New Year’s Eve CelebrationNew Year’s Eve was again a great success at

the Lake Naomi Clubhouse. The Clubhouse truly became “A Night in Venice” with our Venetian Canal scenery and handmade

perfection by Chef Will and his Culinary Team. The Members then danced the night away into 2011 with a spectacular band, “Fancy Dancer”. The night was the perfect way to end the year 2010 and ring in 2011. Special thanks go out to Linda and Richard Wheelan and Lynette and Bob Kabula for all their hard work in planning and deco-rating for this special event. All New Year’s Event pictures can be viewed at www.facebook.com/lakenaomiclub or in the Member’s Section of www.LakeNaomiClub.com under What’s Happening.

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Three Tenors Return to LNC Save the Date!!! The Activities Com-

mittee is excited to be presenting “An Evening with Three Tenors” again this year on Saturday, May 14, 2011 at 7:30 PM. Look for further details on this event to follow.

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Square Dancing Swing your partner from 8:00 -10:00 PM on the Lake Naomi Club-

event. Square Dancing is scheduled for Club Members on Fridays…February 25th, March 18th, April 15th, May 20th, and June 17th.

Luncheon DatesMark your calendars, Ladies! The Ladies’ Luncheon will be held

on Tuesday, July 12, 2011. Our theme this year is antique jewelry. Spend the afternoon socializing with your friends at the Lake Naomi Clubhouse. Of course the gentlemen will also enjoy the annual Men’s Lunch on Friday, June 24, 2011. This day always boasts of a delicious luncheon accompanied by plenty of free beer. Details will be posted

Book ClubThe LNC Book Club meets regularly on the second Monday of each

month at the Community Center. The group is organized by Vilma Zabaleta.

sense to read the second book also, so you get closure to this amazing true story.

Feb. 14 “Mudbound” by Hillary JordanMar 14 “Hotel on the Corner of Bitter & Sweet” by Jamie FordApr. 11 “Women That Run With The Wolves” by Clarissa Pinkola Estes

On June 13th we will be discussing the book “Lethal Rhythm” by Peter R. Kowey, MD. We do have several copies that we are passing around plus two copies at Clymer Library. The author is expected to attend this meeting to discuss his book & answer our questions. We are planning a Potluck Lunch for this day. Details are still in the works. Contact Vilma at 646-7259 if you want to borrow a copy of the book.

Local Food Bank Donations to ContinueThe local food bank located in Blakeslee and serving the immediate area

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, deter-gent and paper products. All items are now being collected at the Com-munity Center. 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.

Lake Naomi - Timber Trails Fine Arts and Crafts ShowThe Activities Committee of Lake Naomi-Timber Trails is proud to

show on Saturday, August 6, 2011. We are looking for crafters with high quality handmade items. The fair will be held inside the Logan Steele Community Center. We are now in the process of planning this

Kelly Swingle for more details at 570-646-8585.

Community Center Garden -

son last year was bountiful in so many ways. Members enjoyed learning from each other and making new friends as well as harvest-ing beautiful crops. This year, the garden will grow in many ways. The Members who invested in their garden spot last year have been given the option to keep that space. Many Members have expressed an interest in participating next season and have been put on a waiting list. Those who are on the list will be contacted by CC Manager Kelly

being on the waiting list, call Kelly at 570-646-8585 by February 28, 2011.

Social Lites The Social Lites is a group of single LNC members who have been

more about this group, contact Kelly Swingle by phone at 570-646-8585 or by email at kswingle@lakenaomiclub.com.

Pocono Mountain Arts CouncilThe Lake Naomi Club is pleased to an-

nounce that for the fourth year, the Club has teamed up with the Pocono Mountain Arts Council to donate space for local artists to display their work. Since the Spring of 2008, Members have been able to view the PMAC’s Rotating Gallery right here at the Club. The display will consist of eight to ten pieces of artwork from one artist each month and is located in the Adult Activity Room and the stairwell loft area of the Community Center. Tree of Mittens – Success!

The Activities Committee wanted to say thank you to all who donated to the 2011 Tree of Mittens which stood 12 feet tall at the Community Center. By the end of the holiday season, this enormous tree was com-

which were donated to the Foster Children of Monroe County. A big thank you to Caroline

Graham who made sure that the donations reached their proper destination again this year.

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President’s Weekend Recreation Events

Be sure to bring the family to Lake Naomi – Timber Trails for President’s weekend. A variety of fun recreation events are scheduled.

1:30-3:00 PM Family Ceramics: Tom with Creative Ceramics from the summer ceramics class will be hosting this always popular event at the Community Center. Children under eight years of age must be ac-companied by an adult. Cost for the class is $3 plus the cost of the par-

brushes will be provided.6:00-9:00 PM Night Recreation

Teen are looking 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 have planned. Par-ticipants must be 8 years old or older to attend.

1:00-3:00 PM Family Craft Day: Bring the whole family to join in this Arts & Craft Room open house at the Community Center. This week-end we will be working with bead animals, shrinky dinks, painting ce-ramic boxes, and even some ribbon weaving. The cost of this event is $5.00 per person, so please call the Community Center at 570-646-8585 to register.

6:00-9:00 PM Night Recreation Activities: Another night of night time fun at the Community Center. Participants must be 8 years old or older 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 of movies and popcorn. This weekend’s feature will be “Despicable Me” rated PG. Feel free to bring a bean bag, your snuggy or your favorite blankets to curl up and enjoy the movie.

Easter Egg HuntLake Naomi Club’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt

will occur on Saturday, April 23rd. 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, April 18th with the names and ages of the children planning

everyone who wants to par-ticipate in this event registers

up every year. 2011 Group Fitness Schedule

-sionals continue to offer fun, motivational and challenging group exercise classes for

and pick up a current schedule.Community Center Multipurpose Room Etiquette

While tennis players are utilizing the Community Center’s Multipurpose Room

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.

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 multipurpose room. Drinks are only permitted in reusable plastic containers with lids (i.e. sports bottles.)

: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 4 players and 3 regulation size tennis balls unless

otherwise approved by management.Please keep the courts free of litter, especially empty ball cans and ball can metal caps

Be respectful to the adjacent court at all times, especially when walking in and out and when retrieving balls. Should the need to interrupt arise, please wait until after the point in play.

Limit disruptive conversation and behavior. Profane language is never acceptable. Throwing racquets will not be tolerated and unnecessary screaming is discouraged.

Courteous and sportsmanlike conduct is always expected.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.-

nity Center more enjoyable as many users share common space. Thank you for your cooperation.

Community Center GuestsWhile we are always happy to also entertain guests here in Lake Naomi and Timber

Trails, please be mindful of the Community Center guidelines throughout the rest of this winter season, especially President’s Weekend (February 19-21). 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

to our Members, we will not be making any exceptions to these policies during winter holiday periods.

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Lifeguard Positions for 2011The Club continues to look for the

best lifeguards to insure we remain “The Best” in the Poconos. We are accepting applications now for the upcoming summer. Guards who re-apply for returning positions must do so by February 28th for their position to be held for them. Beginning March 1st any remaining openings will begin

another great response like we had

quickly. Please don’t wait to apply if you are interested. Applications are available at the Administrative Of-

www.LakeNaomiClub.com.

Soaking Safety at the Logan Steele Community CenterSoaking in the hot tub, steam room or sauna at the Community Center is relaxing,

warm and wonderful. The hot water, jets and steam soothe your body and rejuvenate your spirits. The recommended guidelines below will help you to soak safely:

-vascular 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 aquatic area has been reached.

Exit immediately and notify staff if feeling any kind of discomfort such as dizziness, nausea, lightheaded or 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 and women of childbearing years are advised to observe caution in their use of a spa, in that they might be in the very earliest stages of pregnancy and not yet know it.

No children under the age of 16 years are permitted in any Spa Facilities.

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

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!

Winter Swim LessonsDid you know the Lake Naomi Club has Life-

guards trained to provide Swim Lessons and our Summer

available for private lessons at almost anytime you are here. Why not book time now so children are preparing for summer in advance? Please contact Meredith Sensenig at 570-646-8585 or by e-mail at msensenig@lakenaomiclub.com to discuss your op-tions. All lessons must be scheduled in advance.

LNC Success with Social Media This time last year the Membership/Marketing Commit-

tee decided it was time for the Lake Naomi Club to become involved in various Social Media Networks. As 2010 unfolded Members received information on how to sign up for the Lake

Naomi Club Facebook Fan Page, received the LNC tweets and got to check out the latest YouTube upload. The Social Media Networks are another great way to keep the Members informed and at the same time increase the Club’s search engine optimiza-tion which ultimately leads to potential new Members and Temporary Members. The success of www.facebook.com/LakeNaomiClub exceeded the Committee’s expectation.

TT pictures and then have the opportunity to comment or hit the “like” button. Also when LN-TT is mentioned online or in the news a link was placed on the fan page to be shared with everyone. So what are you waiting for? See what your friends are saying about LNC and join in the fun! To join Facebook simply go to www.facebook.com/LakeNaomiClub and click on the “Like” button. You are now a fan!

Service Awards Presented to Team Members

Awards were presented at the Lake Naomi Club’s holiday luncheon for Team Members who attained land-mark years of full-time service. Those honored for their dedication and loyalty were:

Robert L. Mecca Maintenance

Patrick C. Ednie Senior Patrol RangerStephanie M. Kerrick

Receptionist

William H. Allfather, Jr. Executive Chef

John B. CelifarcoMaintenance

George E. FranksMaintenance

Robert A. Jones, Jr.General Manager

Discounts to End March 15th

The discount period for the payment of 2011 Club dues ends on Tuesday, March 15, 2011. Payments must be received or postmarked by this date in order for the Club Member to take advantage of a discount.

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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 Sign-Up menu.

Bulletin BoardsDon’t forget to check the year-

round bulletin boards at the Ad-

Center (located inside), the entrance to Timber Trails and at Millers Drive (across from the Clubhouse) for up-to-date information whenever you arrive in the Poconos. Also, please be courteous and safe and pull com-pletely off roadways and out of the

information at the outdoor bulletin boards.

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Winter is Platform Tennis Season

Did you know Platform Tennis is -

vented to accommodate tennis players who were not able to get on their courts once colder weather hit. Leagues, tour-naments and special events quickly fol-lowed, turning Platform Tennis into one of the best winter outdoor recreational sports. Lake Naomi Club Members are reminded that although our court is available all year at the Community Center, winter is really the best time to try it out as it was originally intended. This fast moving game is a great way to

the fresh air and enjoying the crisp beau-tiful days offered here. The Platform Tennis court deck has a heating feature to melt away ice so weather only keeps us off the court as long as it takes for us to clear the deck of snow and ice.

The Platform Tennis Court is available for play seven days a week Monday-Thursday 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM * Friday 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM *Saturday 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM and *Sunday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. (Note: additional snow and ice removal time may be needed in in-clement weather. Please call in advance during times of questionable weather)

Members who do not have their own rackets and balls may use the platform equipment available for check out at the reception desk. New racquets are now available for adult players as well. Eye protection is highly recommended and athletic shoes are required.

All Members are permitted to play and there are no court fees associated with platform tennis. Reservations are not necessary at this time as the courts are

a group wishing to play at a particular time, please call the Community Center to reserve the courts with the reception-ist.

The reception desk also keeps an in-formative highlight sheet on platform

Members who wish to use them. Addi-tional information can be also be found on the APTA website at www.platform-tennis.org

Many Members are now organizing regular games. Please contact Mer-edith Sensenig at (570) 646-8585 or msensenig@lakenaomiclub.com if you are interested in getting involved.

Winter Mixed Doubles Round Robin at the LSCC

Year round tennis enthusiasts have put together the second Mixed Doubles Social Round Robin for the “off season”. The two indoor courts in the Multipurpose Room along with table tennis, platform tennis and even

-ditional components also allows us to include those who are not interested in actual court time but would like to enjoy the social aspects of the evening. Building on the social theme, the night includes an optional light dinner prepared by advance order through the café. With success of these special events we expect to continue of-fering similar opportunities every other month moving forward. Please contact the Community Center if you’re interested in getting involved.Tennis Talk by Tennis Professional Bobby McKee

2011 is here and our theme for the season is “Playing The Sport For A Lifetime At The Club For A Lifetime.” Tennis is a great game which can be played by anyone at

knowledge of the game, and/or for competitive reasons. We feel the tennis programs offered the membership through the Tennis Committee and McKee Tennis covers all these areas.

will continue to be involved with the shop on a limited basis.

Kelsey is a Florida native who has experience with a few Florida Tennis Academies, both as a player and instructor. Emily is a North Carolina native who was a nationally ranked junior; a full scholarship student/athlete at Syracuse University (before trans-

Both Kelsey and Emily are very personable, excellent players, and will work well with all levels and ages of players.

Richard Saturday, June 25th from 1:30 until 3:00 PM for our Strategy/Round Robin Clinic. As you rotate between courts, play will be intertwined with match play in-struction. A great start to the season!

Juniors – we are also having an opening weekend Junior Round Robin on Saturday, June 25th from 3:30 to 5:00 PM. All levels and ages are invited.

Saturday, July 2nd two events are happening – A junior Showdown Tournament from Noon to 2:00 PM, followed by a Demo Day/Round Robin with all the members of the McKee Tennis staff from 2:30 until 4:00 PM. Demo racquets while sharing shots with the McKee Staff.

Tired of waiting for the government to give you a break?Before April 15th

for private, semi-private, and/or lesson series with Bobby only), and receive a 15% discount off the total cost. Purchase as many lessons or series as you wish – good

Smart/Mental Toughness Camp July 11th – 14th.You can initiate the purchase and payment prior to April 15th via email to rdm@

mckeetennis.com or by phone at 828-514-1808.

information. www.lakenaomitennis.com. On our Calendar page you will be able

tennis program information will be forthcoming via

Holiday

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Sailing Association Lake Naomi Club’s Sailing As-

sociation (LNCSA) annually nomi-nates and elects Members to serve as the Sailing Council which acts as the core of the Sailing Committee and as-sists with scheduling and preparing sailing regattas, events and programs for the Lake Naomi Club. We thank the following Members who will be serving on the Sailing Council in the year 2011:

Commodore – Chris DaggettVice Commodore – Steve SpencerRear Commodore – Rich Daggett Secretary – Tim O’SullivanRace Committee & Scoring – Jay StevensonDuster Fleet Captain – Sue NeelyLaser Fleet Captain – Kathy Hyatt

CooperNRPT (Not Ready for Prime Time) Fleet Captain – Bob KellyRC Laser Fleet Captain - Bob MacNeillJunior Programs – Diane ArfstenAdult Programs – Dean NeelyLakes Committee Liaison – John Whipple Historian – Allen Rodriguez Each of these LNCSA Members

who volunteer their time and efforts are thanked for their continued dedi-cation to sailing and the Lake Naomi Club. Please note: As we credit our

also thank the additional enthusiastic sailors and their families who contin-ue to offer their time and support to assist the sailing Membership.

Calling all Boat Owners

Club Beach, offers Members boat rentals on weekends be-ginning Memorial Day weekend and everyday during the main summer season (June

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are cared for and stored by the Club, but are still available for you to use! Members

single and double kayaks, canoes and row boats. Sailboats are available on a limited basis during the week, once you’ve been “authorized” by a trained Member of the Sail-ing Staff. To make this deal even better, your free of charge boat rentals are transfer-able to every person on your Membership, your Special Family Members and your

and you’re all set. For more information on pre-season Boat Donations please e-mail Operations Coordinator Meredith Sensenig at msensenig@lakenaomiclub.com or call

the Community Center (570, 646-8585). Let’s get the unused boats out on the water where they belong!Boat and Canoe Racks

Each year Management hears numerous concerns from Members who do not receive boat or canoe rack assign-ments in the area they desire. Please keep in mind that boat

racks have already been assigned to those Members who have made payment in January. Thus the earlier you make your 2011 Club Dues pay-ment, the better your chances are of being assigned racks in your designated area.

Those Members who opt to subscribe to a boat and/or canoe rack are subscribing to the rack from the Saturday prior to Memorial Day Weekend until the Monday of Columbus Day weekend. The actual dates in 2011 are May 21st through October 10th. Please do not occupy boat or canoe racks prior to the starting date indicated. When you do occupy your rack, make sure that you are on the rack that has been assigned to you. The elevated racks are for canoes and kayaks only. They are not built to withstand the weight of any other craft. Please do not put anything other than canoes or kayaks on these racks.Calling all Members with their last name beginning with E-K

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looks like you. Members who are behind in getting their pictures updated could experi-ence 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

-Telephone Policy

Did you know when a Member

that they are our number one priority? Our staff is directed not to answer the phone when they are helping a Mem-ber. So while we answer 90% of our calls live there can be the opportunity that the Club’s voicemail system will pick up your call. Don’t dismay be-cause if you leave a message the Club will return your call. Here is a list of

Membership ................. 102Temporary Membership 116PPCA, TTCA and ARC 106

........ 106You can always leave your message

on the Receptionist voice mail and we can direct your call.

Sponsor a FriendHave you ever considered what a great gift it would be to sponsor a friend, family

member or neighbor in order that they can have their wedding reception or other spe-cial 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 Member 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, an-niversaries, 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.

Call the Lake Naomi Clubhouse today (570, 646-2866) to book your wedding reception or special event or to sponsor a friend, family member or neighbor in booking their wed-ding reception or special event. You’ll be glad you made the call.

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2011 Membership Requiredfor Golf

Although your 2010 Lake Naomi -

mains valid for access to most Club facilities through May 1, 2011, a 2011 Golf Membership will be required to access the Timber Trails Golf Course starting April 8, 2011. Your coopera-tion in this matter is most appreciated.

weekend play beginning Friday, April 8, 2011 (weather permitting).

Timber Trails Member GateThe Timber Trails Community Association installed an automated Members gate

system at the entrance to Timber Trails. The gate is activated by a bar code reader that reads a bar code sticker on your vehicle and access to Timber Trails is obtained. This gate will provide quicker access to amenities by minimizing the waiting time for guests

to all Lake Naomi Club Members. As a Lake Naomi Club Member, you can purchase a bar code sticker or stickers at a cost of $10 per sticker. Bar code stickers must be ap-plied to the car by a Ranger or Administrative Team Member. Stickers are available for purchase and application Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon at the

-tion of these stickers at temperatures below 35 degrees. Also ice scrapers can seriously damage the sticker, so use caution. Please remember that the sticker needs to be visible

free to contact Association Manager Wendi Freeman at wfreeman@lakenaomiclub.com or 570, 646-9191 ext. 107.

Vehicle Registration Form The Lake Naomi Club is continuing its Vehicle Registration

Program during 2011 for those Club Members who do not register their vehicles through the Timber Trails Community Association.

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Membership Department time to process your application and to include the stickers in your Membership Packet. This can save you a substantial amount of time when you

From the ARCSpring will be here before you know it and when

it arrives, everyone will want to enjoy the fresh air and -

ing project or make any type of structural changes on 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 collec-tive interests of owners of property in the Community.

for maximum screening. Great strides have been taken over the last several years to reduce the number of unscreened tanks in the Community. These unsightly tanks show up in even greater numbers during this time of year and new ones are added all the time. As propane tanks detract from the beauty of your home and the community, this

-bor and screen your tank.

Blue tarps are also not permitted in Lake Naomi – Timber Trails. Dark green and brown tarps are much more aesthetically pleasing and blend better with our natural en-vironment. Cramers Home Center, a short drive east on 940, usually has these in stock.

Sharon Lee Heron at sheron@LakeNaomiClub.com or 570, 646-9191 extension 106.

Board of Trustees and the Board of Governors are as follows:

President - James B. HyattVice President - Anna McAleerSecretary - Brian DrumTreasurer - Robert S. Mills, Jr.

Chair - Joyce McLaineSecretary - Jeanne ChristianAll 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 and Board of Gov-

-tion or special consideration of any type.

Did you know you could view the lat-

LakeNaomiClub.com) a week to ten days before you receive it in the mail? Are you interested in receiving an email

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

of the website). Then check the box -

cation Preference. The email message will come from MessengerService@AssociationVoice.com with the Subject

online. While in the Communication Preference section check off any of the other email groups you would like to hear from.

Route 940) is open every day of the week from 9:00 AM to 4:45 PM. The Administra-st, Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day, December

24th, December 25th and Sundays for the months of November, December, January and

Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day and New Year’s Eve. The mailing address for the

telephone number is (570) 646-9191. Remember the website www.LakeNaomiClub.com

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MemberShare Referral-

and business associates to the Lake Naomi-Timber Trails Community. When that person purchases a proper-ty in Lake Naomi-Timber Trails and joins the Club, the Referring Member is eligible to collect $500 in “Club Dollars”. You can even earn Club Dollars if your referral vacations at LN-TT and becomes a Temporary Member. The Temporary Member-ship Membershare Referral Program will reward Members with 25 Club Dollars for each week the new Tem-porary Member joins the Club. A maximum of 100 Club Dollars can be rewarded for each referral.How do I get the “Club Dollars”?

Referral Registration in the Online

www.LakeNaomiClub.com, or pick up a MemberShare Referral Card at

of the participating Pocono Pines Real Estate agencies. This referral information must be received at the

referral joins the Club.How can I use the “Club Dollars”?

The “Club Dollars” can be used in two different ways. They can be used towards your Membership dues or for treating your friends and family to a number of nights out at the Lake Naomi Clubhouse.

Can I share the “Club Dollars”?You can opt to share all or a part of your “Club Dollars” with your referral family in order to make it easier for them to join the Club.

Does it really work?

from the MemberShare Referral Program and 22 new Temporary Members came from the Tempo-rary Member Referral Program.Referrals are the Club’s Number One source of new Members. The Marketing Task Force would love nothing more than to award lots of “Club Dollars” through the Mem-berShare Referral Program in 2011 and beyond.

Remember....

Club Dollars the person you refer must be totally new to Lake Naomi-Timber Trails and the referral card must be turned into the Administra-

purchased.

Share the 2011 LNC CalendarThe Membership Committee would like to remind

you that the 2011 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

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 that 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 Laura at 570, 646-9191 (Ext. 104) 24 hours a day to request a calendar be sent.

The Committee would also like to share the calendar with any former LNC Members.

The Votes have been Tallied and the Winners areMembers signed into the website and voted for their favorite calendar pictures. The

four winners are:

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

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 week the Club emails a LNC Newsletter Weekly Update with the latest information on upcoming events and important reminders. Take a moment to update your email address, click on the Members Section of www.LakeNaomiClub.com,

right hand corner above the rotating pictures. Select the edit button next to your name un-

Laura Altemose at laltemose@lakenaomiclub.com or 570, 646-9191 ext 104.Sellers Beware

Thinking about selling your home in Lake Naomi – Timber Trails? Picking a real estate broker/agent to list your home is a real key decision. Over the years many Mem-bers have discovered that purchasing a property in Lake Naomi – Timber Trails is very different from purchasing a property in most other locations in the Pocono Region. Thus selling a property in Lake Naomi – Timber Trails is very different and to be successful takes someone who is very knowledgeable about the Community. So before you list your home with a broker/agent, determine if that broker/agent is well versed and experi-enced in the sale of properties in Lake Naomi – Timber Trails.

Each winner has been awarded $50 in Club dollars. The Club would like to thank all the Members for the wonderful pictures they shared. The outpouring of photos along with great stories really sends a message of how proud the Members are of their Platinum Club

the 2012 calendar!!

Joe MuenichsdorferClaude Heller Nick Semaan

Robert Brereton

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Lake Naomi Club Q & A

increase in gasoline and diesel fuel cost?

of vehicles wherever possible when the fuel cost rose to $2.00 a gallon. How-ever the Club utilizes many specialty vehicles (vans, buses and maintenance trucks) where downsizing is not practi-cal. During the past ninty days the Club has replaced two six cylinder vehicles with four cylinder vehicles and will add

quarter of 2011. The Management Team will continue to monitor the fuel prices and reduce vehicle size and usage when feasible.

What is the date for the Independence Day Picnic in 2011?

will be held on Sunday, July 3rd with the rain date Monday, July 4th.

When will the Community Center be closed in 2011?

The Community Center is closed for ma-jor maintenance each year the two weeks

dates are Monday, November 7th through Sunday, November 20th. The only other days the Community Center will be closed are Thanksgiving Day, December 24th and December 25th. The Community Center will be open every other day of the year.

Why does the Club plow facilities that are closed for the winter?

The Club’s insurance carrier requires that the Club maintain winter access to all of the Lake Naomi – Timber Trails facilities in order for the Patrol Rangers to check those facilities on a daily basis as well as

areas in some of the facility parking lots

of Property Owners are not permitted to park on the roads in Lake Naomi – Tim-ber Trails.

Why doesn’t the Club plow homeowners’ driveways for a fee?

The Club has a full plate handling the snowplowing and ice control for the 15 miles of roads in Timber Trails as well as for the Clubhouse, Logan Steele Com-

Maintenance Complex. Further the snow-plowing equipment the Club owns for roads and parking lots is not well suited to driveway snowplowing.

Are dogs permitted on the Community Center Grounds?

Dogs are only permitted in the Dog Park located on the right of the entrance to the Community Center. Dogs are not permit-ted anywhere else on Community Center grounds.

As most residents of Lake Naomi and Timber Trails are aware, winter weather can

challenge.

and Community Center open and staffed during all stated times of operation, regard-less of weather conditions. However, the Club seeks your indulgence and understand-

able to be staffed due to extreme weather conditions. During times of bad weather, be

State Police Urge Use of HotlinesThe Pennsylvania State Police have asked that residents not call their stations for

road and weather information but to use a special state hotline or check online instead. State police are concerned the volume of weather-related calls is tying up emergency phone lines and adversely affecting operations. PennDOT has a toll-free number for road and weather conditions across the state 1-888-783-6783 for in PA residents or 717-783-5186 for non-residents. PennDOT’s 511PA provides travelers with reliable,

-ing in Pennsylvania. For current PA travel information dial 511 from any phone or visit www.511pa.com. There is even a Twitter account at 511PANortheast. Get updates for the roads in the northeast via SMS by texting follow 511PANortheast to 40404 in the United States.

The PA Turnpike Commission also has a toll-free number for the road and weather conditions on the turnpike across the state: 1-866-976-8747 or visit their website www.paturnpike.com.

Gold Card ClubThe Pocono Mountain School District has a Gold

Card Club for all residents/taxpayers in the district sixty

required when making application for Gold Card Club membership.Membership in the Gold Card Club entitles members to free (or reduced price) ad-

mission to any school sponsored cultural, athletic or academic event. This includes all home athletic events, senior plays, participation in Adult Education classes and other activities sponsored by the School District.

To apply for the Gold Card Club or if you have questions or comments regarding the

7121, Extension 10111.

Contractor WarningPast experience has shown that when the country is in a down economy, it tends to

bring out a lot of new Contractors. Many, unfortunately, have little or no business experience and often do not have the proper amount of liability, vehicle and workers compensation insurance, if they have any insurance at all.

While many of these individuals are well intentioned, having a pickup truck, some

is hurt on your property, including the Contractor, and they do not have insurance, the liability generally falls back on the Property Owner.

property, be sure to determine if they are licensed by the Com-monwealth of Pennsylvania, have previously done work in Lake Naomi – Timber Trails, require proof of liability, vehicle and workers compensation insurance and check their references.

Need help identifying contractors who have successfully completed projects in Lake Naomi – Timber Trails in the past,

Freeman by email at wfreeman@lakenaomiclub.com or by telephone at 570, 646-9191, extension 107.