Events & Activities
The Association currently puts on seven annual events for its members in good standing. They include the Annual Meeting, Cleanup Days (spring and fall), Memorial Day Picnic, Swim Lessons, Tennis Lessons, Oktoberfest, and Christmas Gathering.
Other events include Bingo and Movie nights at the Pavilion, announced as scheduled. Please check the calendar to see upcoming events.
The dates for these events will be posted on the website, in the newsletter and on signs around the neighbor. Volunteers are needed for each event. Please contact a board member to express your interest.
President's Welcome Video Clip (Windows only)
Event Photos
- 2010 Memorial Day Picnic
- 2010 Fishing Rodeo
- 2009 Oktoberfest
- 2009 Fourth of July Potluck
- 2009 Memorial Day Picnic
- 2009 Fishing Rodeo
- 2008 Oktoberfest
- 2008 Memorial Day Picnic
- 2008 Spring Cleanup
- 2008 Annual Meeting
- 2007 Oktoberfest: Page 1, Page 2, Page 3, Page 4
- 2007 Memorial Day Picnic
- 2006 Christmas Gathering
Gem Lakes Recreation Association Annual Meeting
The Board of Directors calls an Annual meeting to status the Association’s finances, activities and events for the past and upcoming year in accordance with the Gem Lakes Recreation Association’s Bylaws.
The meeting is typically held the second Tuesday in April at 7:00 pm.
Cleanup Days
The Gem Lakes Recreation Area requires some cleanup each spring and fall to weather the year’s use.
The event is a Saturday morning, typically 9:00 am to Noon in May and October. Occasionally additional cleanup may be needed due to storms. The Board of Directors asks your assistance to start and end the recreation area season. This year it has been scheduled for Oct.15th - Mark Your calendars!!
Memorial Day Picnic
Join your neighbors at the Pavilion Saturday May 24th to celebrate Memorial Day, the opening of the lake swim season, and the unofficial start of summer. You are asked to bring a side dish (last name beginning A to L) or a dessert (last name beginning M to Z). The Association provides the main course (Baked Beans included) and beverages. The picnic is followed by fun events such as boat races, a raffle, an egg toss, and a treasure hunt for kids on the beach.
Swim Lessons
Each swim season the Association hires a qualified Water Safety Instructor to provide swim lessons for children at the Swimming Lake. Typically, the lessons run daily during the weekdays for one or two weeks. The availability of lessons and a point of contact will be publicized in the Newsletter and on this website.
Tennis Lessons
Each summer the Association hires a qualified tennis professional to provide a tennis program. Private and group lessons are available for children and adults during the day or evenings. The schedule and a point of contact will be publicized in the Gem Lakes Newsletter and on this website.
Oktoberfest
Come out and celebrate our Americanized version of the traditional Germanic fall harvest festival, typically the third Saturday of October. The Association provides the entire meal including bratwurst, knockwurst, hot dogs, sides, desserts and drink. Lederhosen are optional.
Christmas Gathering
Gather with neighbors at the Pavilion celebrate the Christmas season. The Association provides hot chocolate, cider, snacks and seasonal music. Scheduled for Saturday December 16th from 5:30 P.M