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Keeping Swedish Tradition Alive Since 1925
Vasa News
August 2015 Vasa Country Club Condominium Association
www.vasacountryclub.com
Fall Work Day Mark your calendars for Sunday, October 6 to be at Vasa for the annual Fall Work day. Sign-in at the pavilion by 9 a.m. to get credit and your
work assignment. A $125 non-participation fee will be accessed.
Labor Day In the past we’ve often had a dinner, potluck or BBQ to commemorate the Labor Day holiday weekend. It has also been an opportunity to say goodbye to friends we only see in the summer at Vasa. At the moment nothing is planned for this year. Should that change, we will let you know.
Lawsuit Update As discussed at our Annual Meeting the VCCCA and the VCCCA Board of Directors are in the midst of an appeal regarding the eviction of the guest (Karl Stoll) at Unit 50 on Olander. On September 2, 2015 at 2:30 p.m. at the Lapeer County Courthouse on the second floor, the oral argument for the Karl Stoll case will take place before Circuit Judge Nick Holowka. Anyone is welcome to attend.
VCCCA Annual Fees If you haven’t done so, send your annual fees to our Treasurer Sid Henkin to avoid substantial penalties. They were due July 31. Notices were sent out following the Annual Meeting in June. At the moment there are 6 unit owners who have not paid.
Making Vasa Proud
Erik Berg, son of Donna and the late Rik Berg graduated from Fraser High School. He is attending Michigan State University majoring in Computer Science in the College of Engineering.
Trevor Bengtsson, graduated with a bachelor’s degree from the University of Oklahoma in Meteorology. He is currently employed at Sieman’s in Troy. He is the son of Todd and
Julie Bengtsson and the grandson of Karl & Mary Bengtsson. Madison Carlson, graduated from Swartz Creek High School with academic honors. She lettered in three varsity sports; golf, basketball, and tennis. She was also a member of the marching band, and the National Honors Society. Madison was this year’s scholarship recipient of an academic scholarship from Flint Viking Lodge, VASA Order of America. Madison will be attending the University of Michigan-Flint in the fall to major in engineering. She interned this summer with the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) Brighton Office. Madison is the daughter of Clint and Patricia Carlson and granddaughter of Carl and Virginia Carlson.
Keeping Swedish Tradition Alive Since 1925
Terry and Ellen Harrington were very proud grandparents this summer attending the graduations for three of their grandchildren, Steven Clayton, Megan and Tommy Harrington.
Steven Clayton graduated from Valencia High School in Valencia, California. He will attend College of the Canyons in Santa Clarita, CA in addition to his continued employment at a local grocery store. While Steven has not yet determined what field he
will pursue, his creative and technological talents have been the catalyst for the stop-motion animation videos he produces and posts on YouTube which has over 70,000 subscribers and over 24 million views. Check-out his YouTube channel piplupfan77. He is the son of Robert and Kim Clayton.
Megan Harrington, daughter of Kevin and Kathy Harrington graduated from the University of San Diego in December 2014 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications Studies and a minor in Spanish. Megan has been following her passion for philanthropic, community service, and public health related work, and completed a one year program with Americorp NCCC and an internship with Intrax Global in Cusco, Peru, as part of her university studies. She is living in Newcastle Washington, and conducting a job search in her interest areas. Her grandparents are Ellen and Terry Harrington.
Tommy Harrington, graduated from Amador Valley High School in June. During his high school years, Tommy founded Relentless Productions, a successful DJ and Music Entertainment business, which become a favorite for high school dances,
proms, weddings, and special event receptions in the Pleasanton, CA area. Tommy will be
attending Bellevue College near Seattle, Washington this fall. In addition he will be focusing on establishing Relentless Productions in the greater Seattle area.
Erica Krupsky, daughter of Linda and Kyle Krupsky and the granddaughter of Carole Erickson, graduated with high honors from Churchill High School in Livonia, and will be attending Oakland Community College this fall. She is
pursuing a degree Spanish in preparation for law
school. Karl and Mary Bengtsson are pleased to report that their grandchildren Ross and Linnea Kynast are doing well
in college. Ross will be completing his final year in pre-med at Albion College and is applying to medical school. He’s on Albion’s tennis team and this summer he ran a tennis clinic at Schoolcraft College. His sister Linnea will begin her second year at Grand Valley State University studying business. She has been working at Camp Dearborn this summer. They are the children of Rich and Angie Kynast.
Need Fall Cleaning? Having a hard time keeping up with your cleaning? Then Gretchen’s Green Cleaning might be the answer. She uses all natural cleaning products and equipment. Contact Gretchen, who lives at the Vasa.(810)423-9843 [email protected].
Keeping Swedish Tradition Alive Since 1925
Catch, Snap and Release Jeff Johnson showing off his pike on Father’s Day.
This summer most of the Vasa anglers are enjoying the fun of catching a fish, snapping a photo and returning the fish to the lake to be caught another day. When you have guests visiting, please pass on our
fishing success, and encourage them to “Catch, Snap and Release.” Post your favorite photos on the website in the Fish Story Gallery.
Tom Ryan enjoyed fishing at Vasa this summer with his son Jon and
daughter-in-law Joanne Postlethwaite Ryan.
Carp Fishing Contest The winners of this year’s Carp Fishing Contest were Hunter Rivest (left) and John Kelsey, Jr., taking the title away from Bill and Evan VanArtsen. The team of Hunter and John, won in both categories; most tonnage (heaviest
fish) and the most number of carp caught. These revolving trophies have been going back and forth between these two teams.
Congratulations! Todd and Julie Bengtsson are excited to announce that their son Trevor Bengtsson and Allie Linder are now engaged. The two met in High School and continued their courtship long distance, as they attended college in different states.
Numbers to Keep on Hand Rick Rhein Disposal 810.667.4824
He is contracted by the VCCCA to remove our trash. Pick-up is before 8 a.m. on Thursdays and they will pick-up trash in containers or bags in front of your home, as well as emptying the large green trash cans located along Vasa Drive. If you have a large item to haul away, or if you need a dumpster left at your unit for a construction project please call a week ahead.
Rick Gardner 810.513.2753
He is contracted by the VCCCA to cut the lawn on our common grounds as well as provide leaf removal in the fall and landscape maintenance. Additionally, Rick cuts the lawns on many of our units. Individual unit owners pay Rick directly for cutting their lawns and for leaf removal. If you need assistance with your lawn this season contact Rick.
There are other companies and individuals the VCCCA contracts with for snow removal, tree trimming, etc.; however, these are the two most requested numbers.
For Sale The unit owned by Kurt Stoll and Nancy Kung (Unit 50) has been listed with Holly Caron of Coldwell Banker Professionals in Lapeer. The listing price for the home is $40,000. For more information click on the link below or contact Holly at [email protected], cell (708) 663-0968 or office (810) 664-8524. http://matrix.realcomponline.com/DE.asp?ID=2757819355
Keeping Swedish Tradition Alive Since 1925
Midsommar Karin and Rachael Rivest did a beautiful job this year decorating the Maypole and coordinated the music and dancing, with Roy Borgers on the accordion and Hazel Johnson on the piano. Members from the Viking Lodge (Vasa Order of America) in Flint also joined in the fun.
Tina Erlandson, Katrina Brywig and Dorothy Anderson
Amber Dietrich with her Midsommar flower wreath &
Ingrid Anderson Seruga
Jackie Snow with her two grandchildren looking forward to the festivities.
Jeff & Karl Johnson, Amber Dietrich, Erik Johnson, Jon, Joanne & Tom Ryan, with Jim Erlandson looking forward to a delicious dinner.
To make things easier this year, we hired ACE Catering from Metamora who prepared a delicious traditional Scandinavian Smörgåsbord.
The Borgers Family dressed in their VCC T-Shirts looked very festive.
This year’s Midsommar Celebration
was dedicated to the memory of Dawn Carlson who recently passed away. Dawn’s musical talents and her love of working with children helped keep our Vasa Midsommar Celebration alive for many years. Dawn would practice the dances and songs with the children days ahead of the Midsommar celebration, helping future generations to keep the Swedish traditions alive. The Carlson family was in full attendance, and participated in the dancing around the Maypole and helping the younger ones learn the traditional Swedish dances.
In 2007 Dawn had spent time working with the Vasa children, many of them Carlson grandchildren, teaching them the Swedish dances and songs for Midsommar.
Carlson grandchildren singing with Lillian Lagerkvist at the piano, and Dawn Carlson directing.
Keeping Swedish Tradition Alive Since 1925
July 4 Celebration
There was no need to wait until July 4
th to start
catching up with friends you haven’t seen all winter. The Krupsky, Harrington, Powers and Johnson families, plus their friends gathered to enjoy a beautiful sunset on the waterfront the night before. Other than a few uninvited mosquitoes the weekend was off to a good start.
The Ott and Reagan family once again brought their Swedish Pancake frying skills to the Pavilion on the morning of
July 4th, complete with bacon prepared by John
and Linda Postlethwaite. Photo boards prepared for the 80
th Anniversary were on
display to mark the 90th
Vasa Country Club Anniversary. The golf cart parade was underway at 1:00 p.m. with three trophies given.
This year’s golf cart competition was coordinated by Jim Erlandson, and the judges also included Tony Viviano, Chris Powers and
Kurt Hansen. Duane Carlson at the wheel accompanied by his nieces and nephews.
Erik & Karl Johnson with Brittany & Amber Dietrich with their VCC Love Boat Scott, Jenn, Tommy and Riley Reagan along with Mark Ott and their Zamboni
The most patriotic award went to the Carlson Family for their Patriotic Viking Ship. First Place was awarded to the Johnson’s for their VCC
Love Boat and the Ott’s and Reagan’s took Second Place with their Olympic Themed Swedish Zamboni. Then it is was off to the ballfield for the infamous water balloon toss, and other games for all ages, hosted once again this year by the Harrington Family.
Keeping Swedish Tradition Alive Since 1925
As we all headed for the water to enjoy the annual Sand Bar get together, our caterer was busy getting our dinner ready.
Julie Bengtsson volunteered to make a special cake for our 90
th
Anniversary, which was not only beautiful it was delicious.
A big a thank you to Katrina Brywig, her mother Lou along with Megan Harrington for getting the pavilion
decorated and strung with lights to make the evening look even more festive. With the help of the other Brywig family members and friends, the pavilion has never looked so nice. A shout-out to Kurt Hansen who at the last minute volunteered to purchase extra picnic tables, to accommodate the growing crowd of over 220 diners.
Following dinner a Beer Pong Competition took place for the over 21 set. Steve and Richard friends of the Brywig family took home the Red Solo Cup Trophy.
From your editor Lisa Lagerkvist Johnson: There are so many people who helped make the July 4
th Vasa Country Club 90
th Anniversary
Celebration such a success. From the pancakes in the morning, to set-up and clean-up, the golf cart parade and games on the ball field. It was a day of fun, a time to catch-up with old friends and a day to reminisce about the Vasa we grew-up with, and the Vasa we look forward to sharing with our families in the future.
However, this event wouldn’t have been possible without the support of the VCCCA Board and a number of Vasa families. A special thank you to Gretchen Thomas, for taking all of the reservations and passing out our wristbands. It was no easy task, and we appreciate the time you spent coordinating this. Roy did a wonderful job of playing during the dinner hour, we always enjoy the music. Finally a big thank you to Kelly Thomas for keeping the tunes going all afternoon and into the evening. He even played a number of old Swedish favorites! To the Bengtssons, Brywigs, Borgers, Ericksons, Erlandsons, Harringtons, Henkins, Hansens, Kelseys, Johnsons, Otts, Postlethwaites, Powers’, Reagans, Ryans’, Ruths, Rivests, Thomas’,Vivianos and Woods’ families, thank you for all of your support and help! Most of us have roots in Vasa’s past, and I’m thrilled that you are taking a part in Vasa’s future. Tack!
The Fourth Generation at Vasa still knows how to have fun! Tommy and Riley Reagan. Photo by Sid Henkin
This Vasa Sunset was taken over the July 4th Weekend.
Photo by Lisa Lagerkvist Johnson
