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OUR HISTORY
The Lake Merritt Breakfast Club was organized in 1933 to
promote the benefits of fellowship and friendship, and to foster
and create interest in - Lake Merritt and its surrounding Park.
In 1948, we sponsored the creation of Children's Fairyland
in Lakeside Park. We continue to provide financial support and
volunteer labor for this world famous children's attraction.
Over 14 million people have visited Fairyland. which truly exem-plifies
"A Child's Dream Come True."
During the 1980's we raised $1.6 million to sponsor the
restoration of the landmark "Necklace of Lights" outlining
the shores of Lake Merritt.
We do not consider ourselves a fund raising organization,
but when the need has arisen, we have met the challenge. For
several years we featured an Annual Tournament featuring golf
and tennis. In 1992, the tournament raised an unprecedented net
profit of over $29,000 for Children's Fairyland.
Yearly events include the annual Emergency Foster Children's
Party, an Annual Barbecue, Children's Fairyland Birthday Party,
Inter-City Breakfasts, and the President's Party (honoring our
immediate past president). At our weekly meetings, we enjoy speakers
covering all aspects of business, government, and the professions
-- both locally and nationally known authorities in their field.
We take pride in our members and their accomplishments
in business, public service, and within the community. LMBC provides
a special kind of support system and members can turn to their
Roster when seeking a friend for consultation or business assistance.
Our Lake
A view from near The gondola pier.
A view from Lakeshore Ave., a little West of East end.
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