Events & Activities
There is a lot happening around our little lake – mostly in the spring and summer during prime usage. There's work to be done to keep the lake beautiful but also fun to be had. Stick around; we're sure that you'll find something that's right for you!
Recent Twin Lakes Events
Ice Cream Social
Sep 1, 2024
Many thanks to the Mansfields for hosting this year's end-of-summer ice cream social. We had a blast on their deck with nachos, sundaes, homemade crème brûlée, and to-die-for Wanpen-special crab rangoon! Great food and even better company!
Summer Solstice Celebration
Jun 20, 2024
Kellie and James Mansfield helped us kick off the official start of summer with a solstice-themed potluck, complete with such treats and snacks as moon pies, milky way bars, crescent cookies, and other heavenly goodies!
Meeting of the Members
Apr 27, 2024
We enjoyed a delicious brunch as we met for our annual meeting, and then cleaned up the outlet on the northeast side of Twin Lakes. This year the Lake Association voted to increase annual dues by $50 to support the rising costs of lake upkeep. More details are available in the upcoming newsletter available under Docs.
Fish Survey Subcommittee
Mar 16, 2024
The Subcommittee met at Espresso Royale as a follow up to an initial discussion on the Aquatic Control survey findings in late Jan. A key attendee of this discussion was neighbor TJ Benson of the Illinois Natural History Survey (INHS). Benson shared the survey findings with INHS colleague Joe Parkos, a fish ecologist & conservationist, and they passed along several recommendations. Notes available under Docs.
Holiday Cookie Exchange
Dec 12, 2023
The Ladies of the Lake got us into the holiday spirit with a delicious cookie bake & swap! Participants baked 3 doz of their festive treats and then swapped 2 doz with their neighbors. There were all kinds of goodies (such as Frankie's famous toffee) and included quite a spread by host Kellie Mansfield!
Fish Survey by Aquatic Control
Oct 25, 2023
Aquatic Control came to perform a Fisheries Analysis Survey of our lake. First they collected water samples and data for our water quality analysis. Afterward dissolved oxygen levels and water temperatures were collected, and their fisheries biologists conducted an electrofishing survey around the shoreline or shallow areas of the lake. Captured fish were identified, weighed, measured, and released back into the lake. We should receive the final report in Jan. 2024.
Shoreline Stone Delivery
Sep 1, 2023
The crew with local businessman Danny Chupp were here to spruce up a number of our shorelines with tons of white limestone rock!
What to Expect Around the Year
Spring
Spring
Spring
Events: Annual Meeting of the Members & Canadian Geese Egg Oiling
In spring we are busy making the lake and shoreline ready for the new season! Our lake treatment specialists, Jim Long and Mike Mrozik, will start early with algae and aquatic weed control. Be on the lookout for "lake restriction" notifications, such as no swimming or caution for pets.
Summer
Spring
Spring
Events: Summer Solstice Celebration & Annual Lake Assessment Dues
Summer is prime lake usage, so bring out your kayaks, paddle boats, and canoes – and don't forget those life jackets! Our lake specialists will continue treating for algae and aquatic weeds, so be sure to check for for "lake restriction" notifications before enjoying the lake that day!
Autumn
Autumn
Autumn
Events: Ice Cream Social
Summer is coming to the close, but that doesn't mean that the lake can't still be enjoyed with a sweater! Help us say goodbye to summer and hello to fall with our annual ice cream social. Yum!
Winter
Autumn
Autumn
Events: Ladies of the Lake Bookclub
Just because it's winter doesn't mean that we're done with the lake! During a hard freeze, there's skating and hockey – just be sure that it's frozen solid! When it's not, join the Ladies for some tea and a nice book.
2024 – 2025 Annual Lake Assessment
Dues Increase
As proposed and approved during the Cherry Hills Lake Association (CHLA) Annual Meeting of the Members held on Apr 27, 2024, the annual assessment amount has increased by $50 to cover the rising costs associated with lake maintenance, including, but not limited to, price increases for treatment chemicals, website hosting, special follow-up actions associated with the October 2023 fisheries analysis survey, and anticipated tree removal from the commons areas. The annual assessment for our properties is $200 and due on or before June 30, 2024. After June 30, the amount due increases to $225 ($25 late fee).
By-Mail Late Dues Payment
For traditional (check) payment, please make checks payable to Cherry Hills Lake Association and mail to the CHLA Treasurer. If you include your email address in the Memo portion of the check, they will email you when they process your payment. Your canceled check (available from your bank) will serve as your receipt of payment.
Online Late Dues Payment
This year, in addition to paying by check, you are also now able to pay online via the CHLA website. Note that there is a processing surcharge of $5.60 automatically applied for late online payments. As part of the online payment process, a receipt will be emailed to you upon completion. Please include your property address in the Notes portion of the purchase only if it is different from your credit card billing address.