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PICTURES NEEDED
The Women’s Auxiliary is looking for fall, winter, spring and summer pictures of log cabins for an up-coming project. Pictures donated will not be returned so please be sure to donate a duplicate. Send donations to Sabina Holston, 46 Algonquin Trail in Medford Lakes.
CAMP PRoJECT
This year the MLC campers will once again be taking time to do a project involving our troops! If you have a family member currently serving or know of a Laker, past or present that is an active member of
the military, let us know! Please contact wat257@aol.com.
Junior Women’s Adult Summer Beach Party
The DJ is booked, the food is ordered, and drinks on ice…….get you singing voice warmed up for some Karaoke that night. Beer, wine, non-alcoholic drinks, food, awesome rocking DJ, Beach Games, Super Surprise Raffle, 50/50, Karaoke…….
Join us for an evening under the stars with your neighbors, friends, and family! This is a great chance to meet people and spend time with our fabulous community. Invite your family, friends and neighbors for an evening to remember. All profits from this party go back to our community.
July 11, 2009
7:00 – 11:00
Beach 3
$15.00 per person and $25.00 per couple
Email to hold your tickets: saltyact@Comcast.net (Maddy Goldman) and Kelly@sjareahomes.com (Kelly Schoaf). Questions: Call Kelly at 609-351-2125 or Maddy at 654-0222
MLC Camp Project
This year the MLC campers will once again be taking time to do a project involving our troops! If you have a family member currently serving or know of a Laker, past or present that is an active member of
the military, let us know! Please contact wat257@aol.com.
Summer Basketball Games
The MLAA is sponsoring summer basketball games to be played in Vaughan Hall on Tuesday and/or Friday nights from approximately June 30 through August 21 - or the date soccer practice begins, whichever is sooner. The games will be open to Colony members going into 5/6 grades and 7/8 grades, boys and girls. Games will be played between 7:00 and 9:00 pm. These most likely will be pickup games without referees, but with adult supervision. A completed MLAA sports registration form will be required for participation, but there will not be a fee - donations will be accepted. A parent/guardian of anyone interested in playing must, as soon as possible (no later than June 27), e-mail the following information to Jim Willson at jgwillson@comcast.net - name and grade (in September) of the player, gender and whether it is ok for boys and girls to play together if there are not enough players for separate teams, preference for Tuesdays or Fridays, phone number and e-mail address. Questions, suggestions and offers to volunteer are also welcome and may be sent by e-mail.
The interest in this program as judged by the e-mail response will determine whether the program, in whole or in part, will be implemented and, if so, the specifics. Thanks.
Maureen and Jim, Basketball Commissioners
Women’s Volleyball at Neeta School
If you are interested in playing volleyball this fall please be on the look out for registration. All registration must now be done online (www.mlaasports.com) and will be open from July 11 until August 11. Late registration will be accepted from August 12 until August 19 for an additional fee. Registrations will only be accepted during this time. Volleyball will begin the week of October 5th. Please contact Rachael Urban @ 609-654-7308 or rachaelurban@yahoo.com with any questions. We look forward to seeing you out there!
Fire Safety during the Summer Months
The Medford Lakes Fire Department wants every, “Laker” to be free from fire this summer. Some simple tips can keep your family safe while you enjoy all the riches of summer living.
Summer Safety Checklist:
Does your family have a home Escape Plan with pre-determined locations to meet outside?
Do you have at least one working smoke detector on each floor?
Do you test your detectors weekly?
Have you installed a carbon monoxide detector near each sleeping area?
Do you have special circuits for heavy-duty appliances like air conditioners?
Do you check the connections between the propane tank and fuel lines before turning on the grill?
Do you always grill outdoors, and never grill in enclosed areas (porches)?
Summertime should be a time for fun and making happy memories. Knowing a few fire safety tips and following instructions will help everyone have a safe summer.
CANOE CARNIVAL FLOAT GROUPS
Please call the Colony with your float group category/theme/music as soon as you can. We would like to avoid duplications of the theme if we can. Call Samantha at the Colony (654-7747) and leave a message.
Wheel Chairs Needed!
The Medford Lakes Lions are in need of wheel chairs. The chairs will be provided to those in need as requests come in. So if you have a wheel chair that you no longer need please leave a message on 856 -983-5262 and you will be contacted to arrange for pick-up. Thank you for helping the Lions to help others!
KEEP SAVING YOUR "TWIST-OFF" PLASTIC BOTTLE CAPS
FOR OUR ENVIRONMENT AND OUR CUB SCOUTS!
Remember, "Twist-off" Plastic bottle caps are not generally recyclable. The caps we are collecting are: bottled water, sports drinks, laundry detergent tops - any plastic twist off cap, not flip tops. The company called "Aveda" is continuing to collect these caps, so are we! The Medford Lakes Cub Scout Pack #48 with AVEDA and Clean Ocean Action (COA) are working together to keep these bottle caps out of our oceans, landfills and away from our wildlife. Our drop off points are 82 Tecumseh Trail, Nokomis and Neeta Schools and at Oak Hall. We will be collecting the caps indefinitely. This is a very important "Community Service Project" for our boys - please help us, help our environment. Any questions? Please call Pam O'Neill (609-654-7493)
YARD WORK?
Any colonist who is landscaping around their house this season who is willing to donate any shrubs, or plants to Medford Lakes Colony please contact Colony Director Kenny Glover at kennyglover@comcast.net or you can call the Colony office at 654-7747. Thank you!
AMAZING PACE - SAVE THE DATE!
ON YOUR MARK!
Mark your calendars for Sept. 12, 2009.
GET SET! Get your team of four ready to compete in the Annual Amazing Pace - Medford Lakes' most highly anticipated competitive event! GO! The race will start at 2:00 pm. More details coming soon....
PENN ANIMAL BLOOD BANK
If you and your dog are interested in participating in the volunteer blood donor program, Penn Veterinary Medicine will be happy to direct you to a blood bank in your area. In Medford Lakes, please call Stacey Hollenbeck at 609-364-3000 (see her ad in our Colony News for pet sitting) for information or log in to www.upenn.edu search: PABB
CANOE CARNIVAL PROMOTIONS ARE HERE
Things are here earlier than we thought. Ladies tees, hoodies, camis, polos are in. Men’s polos, and tees, long sleeve tees are here. Children’s tee’s starting at extra-small to large are in. The baseball hats and visors are in stock. We are waiting for the rompers for the little ones, magnets and beach towels. They should arrive in two weeks or so. Our prices are less than last year and we have limited stock. PLEASE COME IN AND SUPPORT CANOE CARNIVAL. Thank you. Canoe Carnival Committee
NEW JERSEY THEME FLOAT
All you float builders out there. It is not too early to think about your idea/theme. More ideas for the New Jersey Theme Category could be, Lucy the Elephant, Nipper the RCA doggie, the Boardwalk, Gypsy Moths or how about the Light Bulb/Thomas Edison. Have fun and get involved. Any questions, call Samantha at the Colony Office, 654-7747.
JWA Float Group
What a great chance to be part of the upcoming Canoe Carnival Festivities. Junior Women’s has started working on their float for the Canoe Carnival and we would love to have new members come and help out! If you are interested please contact Catina Scafidi-Cranston at 609-760-5059. Don’t miss out on all of the fun!!!
Camp Closing Notices via email
In the event of a weather related camp cancellation (morning only), we will be offering the option of joining our email notification list. Please send an email requesting the service to the following address:
MLCcampclosing@live.com. You will receive confirmation via email that your address has been added to the list. If you do NOT receive confirmation you are NOT on the list. It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to request removal in writing from the CALL list by contacting the Senior Counselor; otherwise you may receive a telephone call in addition to the email. The list for the phone chain is compiled and activated by your camper's senior counselor.
Email notices will relate ONLY to cancellations of the day for weather and will NOT include ANY other emergency closing notifications. Emails will go out immediately when the decision to cancel for the day is made.
We cannot be responsible for any delays that may occur due to specific ISP connections or service. Please consider this carefully.
PICTURES NEEDED
The Women’s Auxiliary is looking for fall, winter, spring and summer pictures of log cabins for an up-coming project. Pictures donated will not be returned so please be sure to donate a duplicate. Send donations to Sabina Holston, 46 Algonquin Trail in Medford Lakes.
The Promised Land Presents Faith, Film and Rock ‘n Roll
Is there anything better than summertime in Medford Lakes? Well, the biggest little town in the world is hosting an exciting new church service at the iconic Cathedral of the Woods. Come check out the Promised Land’s Faith, Film and Rock ‘n Roll series for the summer of 2009. We will tackle the proverbial questions of faith through contemporary film and music in a casual, comfortable atmosphere. Each service will feature live music ranging from Rock’n Roll anthems to heartfelt worship. Our exciting sermon series will harness the lyrical powers of The Rolling Stones, Bruce Springsteen, and U2 to springboard us into the scriptures as we uncover authentic Christianity, the way it was intended. So turn off the grill, toss the dishes in the sink, and come join us at the Promised Land, Sundays at 7:00 p.m., 100 Stokes Road, Medford Lakes, NJ.
Services began June 7th and continue weekly through August 9th.
PICK UP AFTER YOUR PET
There is a continuing and escalating problem with people not picking up after their dogs while walking the trails of Medford Lakes and properties of the Medford Lakes Colony. It is especially problematic at our athletic complexes and critical as this is where the children of this community play. It is irresponsible to subject the children of this community to a preventable health risk. Dog feces carry many parasites that are transmittable to humans, such as roundworm. Children are especially at risk.
Dogs are not currently prohibited on these properties, however if the problem is not corrected we will have no choice but to consider this action. It does not take much effort to bring a bag along on your walk and clean up. Please be considerate and responsible and clean up after your pet! It is a borough ordinance, a matter of common courtesy and neglecting to do so has many health risks especially for children.
We all need to do our part to remedy this serious problem. Take a bag, take an extra bag and kindly remind: pick up after your dog!
Motors are PROHIBITED
On Sunday May 10 there were two canoes on Upper Aetna Lake that were using electric motors.
Please be advised that this is a violation of Colony By Laws and Borough Ordinance #213.
Using watercraft propelled by machinery, e.g.. Outboard motors, including electric, except as authorized by the Borough or The Colony for maintenance or emergency purposes. Mechanically propelled model boats are also prohibited. Only watercraft propelled wholly by muscle power or sail are permitted.
All members are asked to be diligent regarding non-member use of our lakes. All boats in our lakes should have a 2009 MEMBER STICKER. They are available in the Colony office at no charge to members in good standing. All members in good standing have the right to ask for member tags and also request non-members to leave as they are trespassing. Help protect the Value of your Membership!
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Special assessment Billing
On April 6th membership voted to approve a 2009 one-year Special Assessment of $75 to the Regular Rate, $25 to the over age 65 rate, and nothing for the “Senior Rate.”
In an attempt to save money on postage we are using the Colony News as your invoice. Please cut out and mail in the coupon below to pay your Special Assessment fee as soon as possible, but no later than September 1, 2009. Thank you for being a member!
Medford Lakes Colony
2009 Special Assessment
Payment coupon
Please make your check payable to “Medford Lakes Colony”
Mail or drop off to 79 Tecumseh Trail, Medford Lakes
Your Name _________________________________
Your Address _______________________________
Amount due for regular members = $75
Amount due for Members over age 65 = $25
Thank you for your payment!
DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON THE BEACHES
Please do not take your dog onto the beaches. On Season, Off Season, Night, Day, Early morning, members on the beach, empty beach, DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON BEACHES 1,3,4 or AREAS 2,5 OF THE MEDFORD LAKES COLONY. It is a health code violation and clearly posted at all beaches.
There are many open spaces, places to walk, exercise, play with and enjoy time with your dog. This is a dog friendly community! We all use the beaches, children especially play in the sand; they should not have to share it with your dog and anything they may leave behind! All members are encouraged to give a friendly reminder if they see a dog on the beach. Health Code violations could subject our beaches to closure.
PICK UP AFTER YOUR PET
There is a continuing and escalating problem with people not picking up after their dogs while walking the trails of Medford Lakes and properties of the Medford Lakes Colony. It is especially problematic at our athletic complexes and critical as this is where the children of this community play. It is irresponsible to subject the children of this community to a preventable health risk. Dog feces carry many parasites that are transmittable to humans, such as roundworm. Children are especially at risk.
Dogs are not currently prohibited on these properties, however if the problem is not corrected we will have no choice but to consider this action. It does not take much effort to bring a bag along on your walk and clean up. Please be considerate and responsible and clean up after your pet! It is a borough ordinance, a matter of common courtesy and neglecting to do so has many health risks especially for children.
We all need to do our part to remedy this serious problem.
Take a bag, take an extra bag and kindly remind : pick up after your dog !
Motors are PROHIBITED
On Sunday May 10 there were two canoes on Upper Aetna Lake that were using electric motors.
Please be advised that this is a violation of Colony By Laws and Borough Ordinance #213.
Using watercraft propelled by machinery, e.g.. Outboard motors, including electric, except as authorized by the Borough or The Colony for maintenance or emergency purposes. Mechanically propelled model boats are also prohibited. Only watercraft propelled wholly by muscle power or sail are permitted.
All members are asked to be diligent regarding non member use of our lakes. All boats in our lakes should have a 2009 MEMBER STICKER. They are available in the Colony office at no charge to members in good standing. All members in good standing have the right to ask for member tags and also request non members to leave as they are trespassing. Help protect the Value of your Membership!
YELLOW RIBBON CLUB
Colonist Elaine Phillips recently joined the Yellow Ribbon Club. It is a group of dedicated people who collect items for care packages to be shipped to soldiers serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. The Yellow Ribbon Club plans elaborate homecomings for these soldiers when they return home. If anyone or their organization would like to donate items, you can contact Elaine directly at elaineph2@comcast.net
To learn more about the club and to see the items that the troops need, go to www.yellowribbonclub.org.
YARD WORK
The Women's Auxiliary is offering a volunteer based service to our Medford Lakes seniors along with those who have limited mobility. This service includes light yard work, raking leaves and shoveling snow. If you would benefit from this service please contact Nancy Schuck at 609-654-8087 for more information.
WOMEN PADDLERS
A women's paddling group will be starting soon, in the evenings Monday -Thursday nights, time to be determined by whatever works best for everyone. Boats and paddles provided. Call 654-0845 if interested (we tried this before but things got crazy-let's try it again!)
DONATIONS NEEDED
Conor, Sean and Delaney Cahill are still collecting items for the
AWA animal shelter in Voorhees. Items needed include:
Cat and dog food, dog toys, towels, blankets, bleach, and laundry & dishwasher detergent. For your convenience you can bring your donations to the Colony office during regular business hours. Thank you!
LAKE WATCH
In its on going effort to be responsive to and address concerns of the membership regarding our lakes, the Colony Board has established an email address to report lake related issues.
Please use this address to notify the Colony of issues such as weed growth, water quality concerns or other water maintenance issues that concern our lakes.
Please send an email to lakewatch@hotmail.com.
You must include the following information: your name and address, location/lake name, what you are reporting (please be as detailed as possible), the date and time that you made the observation. This account will be monitored closely. We will follow up and promptly respond via email. Thank you in advance for you assistance in helping to preserve and maintain the health and quality of our lakes.
Suggestions are always welcome and we encourage all Colonists
in good standing to attend the monthly Colony meetings!
SCHOOL FACILITIES USE
Prior to any activity-taking place in the school building or on the school property all paperwork must be completed as follows:
-A completed facilities use application with a certificate of insurance showing Medford Lakes School District as an additional insured signed by the President of the organization.
-Applications and certificates of insurance are due to the Superintendent’s office two (2) weeks prior to the Boards? Meeting for inclusion of the agenda.
-Board of Education approval of application.
Please call Mary Jo Cooper at 654-0991 x 15 for a Facilities Use Application.
WILSON FIELD
Residents, please be aware Wilson Field will be used for Medford Lakes Athletic Association sports programs for our youth. Please pick up after your pet! It is the law and it is common courtesy. Thank you!
PLEASE PICK UP AFTER YOUR PET
There is a common misconception that pet waster benefits the environment by fertilizing the soil. The truth reveals that pet waste contains disease-causing bacteria and parasites that can harm water systems.
Typical organisms found in pet waste include the bacteria, E. coli and campylobacteria, the protozoan parasite cryptosporidium and roundworms. Pet waste also contains nutrients that can promote the growth of algae and waterweeds.
Disease and Contamination Prevention: Reducing this problem consists of picking up after your pet. When walking your dog, always carry a pooper-scooper and a bag. Periodically pick up dog waste from your yard, especially during wet-weather seasons. Place all bagged wastes into the garbage. Dispose of kitty litter in the garbage, not in the yard. Do not allow pets to roam unsupervised near streams or wetlands.
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