Community Organizations

The Mountain Lakes Democrats organization represents the elected Mountain Lakes Democratic Committee members and residents of Mountain Lakes who support Democratic candidates and the Laker values of honesty, equality, community, and sustainability.

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Friends Of The Arts is a non-profit organization of parents, teachers, and, administrators committed to supporting and advocating the visual and performing arts in the Mountain Lakes School District.  FOTA creates an awareness of the benefits derived from students’ participation in arts programs and recognizes the achievements of individual and group efforts.  For information, please contact Laurie Kane (lhhistory@att.net) Website

Offers educational programs on gardening and horticulture and undertakes town and county beautification projects.  For additional information contact The Garden Club of Mountain Lakes.

A nonprofit organization that serves to enrich education through programs and services, scholarships, grants and fundraisers that benefit the students, parents, teachers, staff and administrators; thereby strengthening the lines of communication between the schools and the community. For more information, visit the school website or contact the H&SA president, Mary Giordano (MountainLakesHSA@gmail.com).

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The The Lake Drive Foundation, a 501(c)(3) corporation, was established by community leaders in 1996 for the express purpose of raising funds and establishing an endowment for The Sound Start Early Intervention Program for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Babies. Under the auspices of Lake Drive School, The Sound Start Program provides children with hearing loss and families from throughout Northern and Central New Jersey the vital support and comprehensive educational and therapeutic services they need during the first three years of life to realize their full potential. State funding covers only a portion of the comprehensive services babies and toddlers with hearing loss need to achieve. Fundraising initiatives includes grant writing, an annual appeal, the annual For The Babies Gala in May, and an online shopping promotion through Amazon.com. Every child deserves a sound start. To make a donation or for more information, please contact The Lake Drive Foundation (LakeDriveFoundation123@gmail.com).

The Lakeland Hills Family YMCA is a not-for-profit association offering programs for all ages including Fun & Fitness classes and Aquatics lessons.  The facility includes: 6-lane Pool, Basketball Gymnasium, Weight & Fitness Training Center, Group Fitness Studio, Indoor Cycling Room, Early Childhood Learning Center, Summer Day Camp, Outdoor Pavilion and Picnic area, children’s playground, and Kids Club after school care.Website

Laker Republican Club is a community political group that focuses on Mountain Lakes first. Our mission is to ensure accountable local government that maintains fiscal responsibility while preserving the community character we all cherish in Mountain Lakes.  We welcome participation from across the political spectrum. For more information please contact Lakers@LakerRepublicanClub.com or visit our Website

A non-profit group that annually raises funds through membership and fundraisers to enhance the athletic program of Mountain Lakes High School.  LSC is the organization behind the GOTTURF? Field project. For more information, see the Website.

A nonpartisan, nonprofit organization whose purpose is to promote political responsibility through informed and active participation of citizens in government.

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A convivial group of enthusiasts dedicated to the appreciation of Music, Drama and the Allied Arts.

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A non-profit tax-exempt community-based group that provides financial assistance to those families in need due to the onset of a catastrophic or chronic illness.  The signature fundraiser for the organization is the Annual Spirit 5K Run/Walk.

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A private club located at a very scenic spot on the Lake.  This Mountain Lakes historic landmark has tennis, swimming pool, and many social activities.  The newly renovated clubhouse offers year-around dining, a members lounge which features a great fireplace and a full-service bar, and even a genuine old-fashioned bowling alley.

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To attract resources to support educational enrichment opportunities for the Mountain Lakes community and to sponsor programs and facilities to enhance the education of students and community members both during and outside of regular school hours.

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– Mountain Lakes Alumni Association
– Mountain Lakes High School Classes of 1952-56
– Mountain Lakes High School Class of 1964
– Mountain Lakes High School Class of 1965
– Mountain Lakes High School Class of 1969
– Mountain Lakes High School Class of 1981
– Mountain Lakes High School Class of 1987

We are a small local cooperative specializing in organic fruits & vegetables.  We also get a number of dairy products, meats and packaged goods.  Wednesday is produce day, when fruit and vegetable baskets are prepared for the members.  Items and quantities will vary according to availability, price and case size.  Home delivery is available.  Visit our site or call Marnie Vyff at 973-335-4469.

The Mountain Lakes Sailing Association offers a summer day program for girls and boys between ages 10 and 18, and group classes for adults, in July and August.  We sail Sunfish sailboats on Mountain Lake.  Registration begins in early April.  Website

The Mountain Lakes Sister City Committee is a group of community members, MLHS students, and MLHS teachers who manage Mountain Lakes’ relationship with its French sister city Chaville.

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This is a group on Yahoo groups for Stay-at-Home Mothers in Mountain Lakes.  It’s purpose is to be social network for Mountain Lakes children to meet, play, make friends and have a good time.  Membership is open to all stay at home parents, nannies and grandparents who care for children that reside in Mountain Lakes, NJ.  Our monthly social calendar can have playground, beach and at home play dates and trips to zoos, children’s museums, orchards, children’s indoor amusement places, etc as well as themed and/or seasonal parties.  Any member can plan and add an event to our calendar.  Members do not pay any fee to join or even to retain membership later.

A summer swim program available to all Mountain Lakes Children.  The Season goes from mid June to early August.  Practices are at Birchwood Beach.  Website

The Mountain Lakes Women’s Club was founded in 1914 as a 501(c)(3) chapter of the NJ State Federation of Women’s Clubs and member of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs. Similar to our parent organization, we strive to support our community. Through the publication of our annual Mountain Lakes Residential Telephone Directory and with the support of our local businesses who advertise in that directory, we not only provide a free directory to each homeowner but also generate funds which are donated to our civic organizations, schools, library and other local charities. “Be in the Book!” For more information, please contact Roberta George-Matalon at mtnlakeswomensclub@gmail.com or call 973-214-2543.

Park Lakes Tennis Club (parklakestennis.org) 20 Rainbow Trail Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046 973-627-9513

Park Lakes Tennis & Paddle Club is nestled in a quiet wooded area of Mountain Lakes, NJ.
Experience tennis the way it was meant to be… on one of our 5 beautiful, clay courts.
All you will hear is the wind gently blowing through the trees and the “puck” of a perfectly hit tennis ball.
If your preference is paddle tennis, three lighted courts are available.

Roots and Wings, 75 Bloomfield Ave Denville, NJ 07834 973-453-6668

Roots & Wings Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that was established in 1999. What started as a collaborative, community-based volunteer operation has grown into a well-established organization made up of professional staff, trained mentors and dedicated volunteers. From the beginning, Roots & Wings has been client-centered, providing nurturing support, safe housing, educational support and practical life skills to young adults who have aged out of the child welfare system. Roots & Wings provides a foundation for this high-risk population of disadvantaged young adults on which they can build – replacing dependency with self-sufficiency. Website

The Town Club of Mountain Lakes is a social and community service organization dedicated to improving the community and providing interesting social and educational opportunities for its members.

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A voluntary organization to promote and support industrial, retail and professional business within the towns of Boonton, Boonton Township and Mountain Lakes.
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We are one of only two towns in the country to host this unique multicultural event.  More Information

The Annual Woods and Lake Run is usually held on the last Saturday in April at 10 am.  Start and finish at Birchwood Lake, Mountain Lakes.  It is open to anyone 30 years and over.  It is either a 5k or 10k race.

Pre-registration is required in order to get a unique limited-edition T-shirt.  The only run of its kind east of the Mississippi.  A $25.00 fee is required of all participants.  Unique prizes are awarded in all age categories.  Volunteers are needed to help. More information or call Joan at 973-335-2799.