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.