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Message Emerald Lakes Village UpdateJune 2025 www.EmeraldLakesVillage.comEditor: Jodi HartzellELVHA NEWSLETTERP.O. BOX 113TROY, 48099Deadline: 1st of every monthMail or bring ad to: 6396 Emerald Lake Drive orEmail: ELVCorrespondingSecretary@gmail.com2025 ELV Calendar of Events- Bingo Night – Sunday, July 20th 4:30pm – 7:00pm - Walker Beach- ELV Fun Day – Sunday, August 10th3:00pm – 6:00pm- Music on the Beach – Every other Thursday6:00pm – 8:00pm - Emerald Beach- ELV Garage Sale- Friday, September 19thSunday, September 219:00am - 4:00pm- Halloween Event – Saturday, October 25th- Adults Holiday Party – Friday, December 5th- Children’s Holiday Party – Sunday, December 7th- ELV Book Club Meeting - Jill Gleba - (248) 808-42956 Tips to recognize someone is drowning:• The victim turns toward land for safety.• Their head is low in the water, with their mouth at water level.• Their head is tilted back with their mouth opening and closing as they gasp for air.• They are not moving in any direction other than bobbing up and down at water line with their body vertically.• Sometimes they appear to be climbing an invisible ladder.• The adult drowning victim can only sustain themselves on top of the water for about 20 - 60 seconds, while for a child that time is a lot shorter.Water Safety!No wants to think about it, but what Everyone should know about Drowning:A drowning victim is not what you typically might see in the movies with arms splashing, a person yelling for help. In reality, drowning is much more silent, and is often mistaken for playing, as there is no yelling. With children, their heads are disproportionately larger than the rest of the body, and often they just sink.
Welcome Neighbors– Andrea, MembershipWELCOME NEW NEIGHBORS TO EMERALD LAKES VILLAGE !!Classifieds Ads exclusively for ELV residents. 25 words per ad. Please email: ELVcorrespondingsecretary@gmail.com if you have any ads to submit or questions.For Sale• AVENTON E-BikeFat Tire Step Through All-Terrain, M/L2 yrs, slightly used, $1,110Serious buyers call 248.925.8097• HOBIE Kayakincludes pedals, paddle and all accessories.$3800 new asking $1600. 248 425 1213NEIGHBORHOOD ROUND UPMeet The Neighborhood Mad ManErich Wiemer, a neighborly ELV resident and professional film director/editor, has gone utterly and completely MAD. Against his better judgment, he teamed up with a couple of colleagues to create the documentary, “When We Went Mad.” It’s a feature-length movie that focuses on the history and cultural impact of Mad Magazine.For generations, MAD Magazine shaped and warped its readers’ senses of humor and their very outlook on the world around them. From the McCarthy hearings and the Cold War to Taylor Swift and social media, MAD Magazine was there to poke fun at all of it.The movie includes interviews with MAD’s editorial, illustration and writing staff. When word got around that people were taking this project seriously (as serious as a film about a wacky magazine can be) some big name fans wanted in. The movie features interviews with Quentin Tarantino, Judd Apatow, Bryan Cranston, Gilbert Gottfried, Howie Mandel, and Weird Al Yankovic.The world theatrical premiere was in New York last year (Of course it was, right?), and in Detroit shortly after at the Redford Theater. In case you missed it I. The theater, fret not. It will be available to stream on Apple starting June 25th.If you loved MAD fan, or just love a good story of history, comedy and culture… check it out!Services• Handyman - Drywall Repair, Furniture Assembly, TV Mounting, Updates, Honey Do List, Etc. Call/text Matt (248) 266-1265• ELV resident, Hank, is offering transportation by appointment to/from your home to Detroit Metro or Flint Bishop airports for residents. Call/text (248) 891-1108.• Power Washing – driveways, patios, brick pavers, siding and miscellaneous jobs. Call/text Ryan at 248-225-4331• Power Washing – Decks, Brick Pavers, Patios, and more. Also offering window washing service. Call/text Josh (248) 633-3452..Recommendations: George Telfor - We recently had a steel handrail custom made and installed on our front porch by Blackstar Welding. The contractor kept in touch and arrived with a fully equipped truck to custom design, fabricate, and install the new railing. The price was actually a little lower that we thought it might be. We are really happy with Blackstar's work. They do all sorts or custom welding including stainless steel.Sue Patterson - Power-washing home, cement, pavers, deck staining - Highly recommend Tyler @ 248-996-4716 . He is very thorough, prompt and reasonable.Chimney - brick repair/multiple other services. Grey Oaks Chimney @ 248-660-3834. Did a beautiful job! Very neat cleanup and reasonable. Licensed & Insured.Mosquito ControlTo help control the mosquito population: • Drain water from boats or store upside down • Fill in tree rot holes and hollow stumps that hold water • Change water in bird baths and wading pools regularly • Drain water from outdoor potted plants and drip trays • Aerate ornamental pools • Clean out roof gutters • Cover trash containers To keep the mosquitoes from bugging you when you’re out on your patio set up an oscillating fan to blow across where you are seated.Put Bass Back in Lakes Bass are natural predators of smaller fish, including bluegill, and help regulate their populations. Removing bass can lead to an overgrowth of species like bluegill, which may disrupt the lake’s ecological health and affect fishing quality for everyone.However, residents are welcome—and even encouraged—to remove non-native carp or overabundant bluegill. These fish can be repurposed as a natural fertilizer for gardens, offering a sustainable way to improve soil while supporting the lake’s health.Please help us preserve our lakes for future generations. Keep the bass in the water and use carp and bluegill responsibly.Walking your DogPlease, the next time you head out for a walk with your dog, grab their leash with the peace of mind that comes with knowing you are doing what is best for you dog and community!Community Reminders
Welcome Neighbors– Andrea, MembershipWELCOME NEW NEIGHBORS TO EMERALD LAKES VILLAGE !!Classifieds Ads exclusively for ELV residents. 25 words per ad. Please email: ELVcorrespondingsecretary@gmail.com if you have any ads to submit or questions.For Sale• AVENTON E-BikeFat Tire Step Through All-Terrain, M/L2 yrs, slightly used, $1,110Serious buyers call 248.925.8097• HOBIE Kayakincludes pedals, paddle and all accessories.$3800 new asking $1600. 248 425 1213NEIGHBORHOOD ROUND UPMeet The Neighborhood Mad ManErich Wiemer, a neighborly ELV resident and professional film director/editor, has gone utterly and completely MAD. Against his better judgment, he teamed up with a couple of colleagues to create the documentary, “When We Went Mad.” It’s a feature-length movie that focuses on the history and cultural impact of Mad Magazine.For generations, MAD Magazine shaped and warped its readers’ senses of humor and their very outlook on the world around them. From the McCarthy hearings and the Cold War to Taylor Swift and social media, MAD Magazine was there to poke fun at all of it.The movie includes interviews with MAD’s editorial, illustration and writing staff. When word got around that people were taking this project seriously (as serious as a film about a wacky magazine can be) some big name fans wanted in. The movie features interviews with Quentin Tarantino, Judd Apatow, Bryan Cranston, Gilbert Gottfried, Howie Mandel, and Weird Al Yankovic.The world theatrical premiere was in New York last year (Of course it was, right?), and in Detroit shortly after at the Redford Theater. In case you missed it I. The theater, fret not. It will be available to stream on Apple starting June 25th.If you loved MAD fan, or just love a good story of history, comedy and culture… check it out!Services• Handyman - Drywall Repair, Furniture Assembly, TV Mounting, Updates, Honey Do List, Etc. Call/text Matt (248) 266-1265• ELV resident, Hank, is offering transportation by appointment to/from your home to Detroit Metro or Flint Bishop airports for residents. Call/text (248) 891-1108.• Power Washing – driveways, patios, brick pavers, siding and miscellaneous jobs. Call/text Ryan at 248-225-4331• Power Washing – Decks, Brick Pavers, Patios, and more. Also offering window washing service. Call/text Josh (248) 633-3452..Recommendations: George Telfor - We recently had a steel handrail custom made and installed on our front porch by Blackstar Welding. The contractor kept in touch and arrived with a fully equipped truck to custom design, fabricate, and install the new railing. The price was actually a little lower that we thought it might be. We are really happy with Blackstar's work. They do all sorts or custom welding including stainless steel.Sue Patterson - Power-washing home, cement, pavers, deck staining - Highly recommend Tyler @ 248-996-4716 . He is very thorough, prompt and reasonable.Chimney - brick repair/multiple other services. Grey Oaks Chimney @ 248-660-3834. Did a beautiful job! Very neat cleanup and reasonable. Licensed & Insured.Mosquito ControlTo help control the mosquito population: • Drain water from boats or store upside down • Fill in tree rot holes and hollow stumps that hold water • Change water in bird baths and wading pools regularly • Drain water from outdoor potted plants and drip trays • Aerate ornamental pools • Clean out roof gutters • Cover trash containers To keep the mosquitoes from bugging you when you’re out on your patio set up an oscillating fan to blow across where you are seated.Put Bass Back in Lakes Bass are natural predators of smaller fish, including bluegill, and help regulate their populations. Removing bass can lead to an overgrowth of species like bluegill, which may disrupt the lake’s ecological health and affect fishing quality for everyone.However, residents are welcome—and even encouraged—to remove non-native carp or overabundant bluegill. These fish can be repurposed as a natural fertilizer for gardens, offering a sustainable way to improve soil while supporting the lake’s health.Please help us preserve our lakes for future generations. Keep the bass in the water and use carp and bluegill responsibly.Walking your DogPlease, the next time you head out for a walk with your dog, grab their leash with the peace of mind that comes with knowing you are doing what is best for you dog and community!Community Reminders
Emerald Lakes Village UpdateJune 2025 www.EmeraldLakesVillage.comEditor: Jodi HartzellELVHA NEWSLETTERP.O. BOX 113TROY, 48099Deadline: 1st of every monthMail or bring ad to: 6396 Emerald Lake Drive orEmail: ELVCorrespondingSecretary@gmail.com2025 ELV Calendar of Events- Bingo Night – Sunday, July 20th 4:30pm – 7:00pm - Walker Beach- ELV Fun Day – Sunday, August 10th3:00pm – 6:00pm- Music on the Beach – Every other Thursday6:00pm – 8:00pm - Emerald Beach- ELV Garage Sale- Friday, September 19thSunday, September 219:00am - 4:00pm- Halloween Event – Saturday, October 25th- Adults Holiday Party – Friday, December 5th- Children’s Holiday Party – Sunday, December 7th- ELV Book Club Meeting - Jill Gleba - (248) 808-42956 Tips to recognize someone is drowning:• The victim turns toward land for safety.• Their head is low in the water, with their mouth at water level.• Their head is tilted back with their mouth opening and closing as they gasp for air.• They are not moving in any direction other than bobbing up and down at water line with their body vertically.• Sometimes they appear to be climbing an invisible ladder.• The adult drowning victim can only sustain themselves on top of the water for about 20 - 60 seconds, while for a child that time is a lot shorter.Water Safety!No wants to think about it, but what Everyone should know about Drowning:A drowning victim is not what you typically might see in the movies with arms splashing, a person yelling for help. In reality, drowning is much more silent, and is often mistaken for playing, as there is no yelling. With children, their heads are disproportionately larger than the rest of the body, and often they just sink.