Laker Magazine

.....Advertisement.....

May / June 2013 Issue

Editor’s Note: Welcome to summer at SML - Summer doesn’t officially start until June 21.
May/June 2013 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine - Flip through the entire May/June 2013 issue of Smith Mountain Laker Magazine online
Lake & Garden: Herbs - Discover the legends behind (and uses for) five common herbs that thrive at SML
Lake Homes: California Dream - Western travels inspired the lodge-like design of Jerry and Janet Potter’s home at The Water’s Edge
Profile:Ace Architect - Laker Trish England made her mark as as the architect of 16 baseball stadiums
Health & Fitness: Sleep Disorders - A variety of sleep-related ailments can keep people from leading healthy lives, but help is available from local physicians.
Special Section: Summer Fun - Keen on the Green - Profiles of the four golf courses at Smith Mountain Lake
On The Water: Beau Tie - The Piatt family’s boarding boat makes wake sports time at SML a formal occasion.
Travel: Getting their kicks on Route 66 - An epic journey in a classic car became a learning experience for one lake couple

May / June 2013 Issue

Editor’s Note: Welcome to summer at SML - Summer doesn’t officially start until June 21.
May/June 2013 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine - Flip through the entire May/June 2013 issue of Smith Mountain Laker Magazine online
Lake & Garden: Herbs - Discover the legends behind (and uses for) five common herbs that thrive at SML
Lake Homes: California Dream - Western travels inspired the lodge-like design of Jerry and Janet Potter’s home at The Water’s Edge
Profile:Ace Architect - Laker Trish England made her mark as as the architect of 16 baseball stadiums
Health & Fitness: Sleep Disorders - A variety of sleep-related ailments can keep people from leading healthy lives, but help is available from local physicians.
Special Section: Summer Fun - Keen on the Green - Profiles of the four golf courses at Smith Mountain Lake
On The Water: Beau Tie - The Piatt family’s boarding boat makes wake sports time at SML a formal occasion.
Travel: Getting their kicks on Route 66 - An epic journey in a classic car became a learning experience for one lake couple

March / April 2013 Issue

From the Editor - Insight into the changes at Laker Magazine
Downtown Dining - Find steaks, sushi, sweets and much more at Celebration Square at Downtown Moneta’s six restaurants
March/April 2013 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine - Flip through the entire March/April 2013 issue of Smith Mountain Laker Magazine online
Cool Pool Profiles - A look at three spectacular SML pools
Storm Stories - Finding a silver lining in the freak storm that struck Smith Mountain Lake last spring
Home & Garden: Haven of Hospitality - How Lakers Tim and Melanie Wheeler gave new life to their old kitchen
Bright Mind, Kind Heart - Entrepreneur, philanthropist and lake lover Roy Gignac
LOVE THE LAKE - Everything you need to know about Laker Media products
Lake & Garden: Take the Plunge - Tips and suggestions for those looking to dive into pool ownership
2013 SML Guide to Home & Garden -
Straight to the Heart - Cardiologists offer lake residents convenient and comprehensive care

January / February 2013 Issue

January/February 2013 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine - Flip through the entire January/February 2013 issue of Smith Mountain Laker Magazine online
2013 Best of Smith Mountain Lake Award Winners - Reader favorites are revealed
Smith Mountain Lake Lodging Guide -
Joint Effort - A look inside the Compass Cove retreat of Mike and Terry Lynn Toalson
How sweet it is - Local chocolatier Stacy Noland makes decadent desserts for any occasion
Love at first hike - Fitness enthusiasts Jack and Jan O'Connell found love later in life
Lifelong learning - 4-H Road Scholar participants explore a variety of interests in a low-key, interactive setting
2013 WEDDING GUIDE - College sweethearts returned to Smith Mountain Lake for a romantic lakeside wedding
Lake & Garden: Planning for Spring - Catriona Tudor Erler's recommendations for wintertime reading

November / December 2012 Issue

Fit & Healthy Guide - A guide to wellness at Smith Mountain Lake
Healthcare sector soaring at SML - From primary care to specialists in a variety of medical fields, residents and visitors have access to a wide range of healthcare services across the SML region.
November/December 2012 Real Estate Section - Flip through the digital version
SML meets NYC - Terry and Jan Snyder's Park Place home exudes sleek sophistication inside and out
City to Country - Once an orthopedic specialist for New York City-area pro athletes, Dr. John Carmody now provides care to rural patients and enjoys life at SML.
Laker Calendar - Best bets for events in November and December
Best of SML Awards - Vote for your lake favorites and you could win one of six $100 gift certificates from great area stores and restaurants!
2012 Holiday Gift Guide - Awesome ideas for all your shopping needs right here at Smith Mountain Lake
Local experts offer advice for pairing wine with your holiday meals. -
Lake & Garden: Body, Mind and Spirit - Reap a multitude of health benefits in your garden

September / October 2012 Issue

September/October 2012 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine - Flip through the entire September/October 2012 issue of Smith Mountain Laker Magazine online
From schoolhouse to sports pub - Ole School Sports Pub & Grill is serving up happy customers
September/October 2012 Real Estate Section - Flip through the digital version
Living the dream - George and Peggy Morrison's home will be showcased on the SML Charity Home Tour Oct. 5-7
Simply Spectacular - Steve and Judy Smith are the winners of our 5th Lovely Laker Landscape Contesst
Labor of Love - The Furrow family has made producing award-winning wines a family affair at Hickory Hill Vineyards & Winery
2012 HOME TOUR GUIDE - A by-boat guide to attending one of the lake's oldest and most beloved autumn events
AUTUMN EVENTS - Fall is the busiest season for festivals and other events at Smith Mountain Lake
SML Wine Festival Preview - What it takes for wineries to accommodate thousands of visitors to the Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival
Vintage Vision - Mike Mutchler's restored 1926 Chris-Craft will be featured at the 2012 SML Antique & Classic Boat Show

July / August 2012 Issue

Sweet Treats of Smith Mountain Lake - Get the scoop on frozen treats available at 10 lake-area eateries
You can take it with you! - From traditional T-shirts to locally produced wine, Smith Mountain Lake retailers offer a variety of keepsakes to fit any style and budget.
July/August 2012 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine - Flip through the entire July/August 2012 issue of Smith Mountain Laker Magazine online
July/August 2012 Real Estate Section - Flip through the digital version
Lake & Garden - Key design elements can make all the difference in creating a beautiful SML garden
Casual Elegance - Bob and Terri Lamendola are ready to open the doors to their Arts and Crafts-style home for the 22nd annual SML Charity Home Tour
Laker Kids: On-Water Ideas and Off-Water Adventures -
What's in a name? - "Castaway III" Boat delivers everything these Lakers need
Dream Job - Brothers Travis and Ryan Burke have turned an adolescent enterprise into a beloved SML tradition

May / June 2012 Issue

May/June 2012 Smith Mountain Laker magazine - Flip through the entire May/June 2012 issue of Smith Mountain Laker Magazine online
Dock & Dine - 2012 Guide to Smith Mountain Lake's waterfront restaurants
2012 Lovely Laker Landscape Contest Rules - Sponsored by Laker Media
May/June 2012 Real Estate Section -
Gardening for a lifetime - Lakers can enjoy a full schedule and a beautiful garden
Lake Home: Life at the Bridge - Larry and Kathy Sultze happily call Bridgewater Pointe home
2012 Summer Fun Guide -
Fun per gallon - Tips for enjoying the lake without breaking the bank
Set sail at Smith Mountain Lake -
Take The Laker With You - See where our readers have taken us on their travels.
"Dawg Daze" - Boat's name a nod to more than owners' affection for canines
Trash to treasure - Every day, Americans throw away enough glass to fill the Empire State Building twice. Here's how one company is turning that trash into treasure.

March / April 2012 Issue

March/April 2012 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine - Flip through the entire March/April 2012 issue of Smith Mountain Laker Magazine online
Southern comfort - Find home-cooked goodness at the new Smokehouse Restaurant
Powered by the sun - Smith Mountain Lake homeowners reaping the benefits of their new solar energy system
Function meets style - Smith Mountain Lake pros dish on the latest kitchen and bath trends
Have a Coke and a smile - Compass Cove home features extensive collection of Coca-Cola memorabilia
2012 SML Guide to Home & Garden -
2012 March/April Real Estate section -
Wet and wonderful - What every lake homeowner needs to know to help keep Smith Mountain Lake clean and healthy
Lake & Garden: Transcending time - Stylish sundials bring together science and art in the garden

January / February 2012 Issue

January/February 2012 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine - Flip through the entire January/February 2012 issue of Smith Mountain Laker Magazine online
Authentic ambition - Find a twist on traditional Mexican fare at Cancun Mexican Restaurant and Grill
2012 Lodging Guide - Your complete resource for accommodation options at Smith Mountain Lake
Lake Home: The Ponderosa - The Blackwater home of Gil and Anne McGeorge combines southern charm with western flair
Profile: It's official: Stritesky loves lake living - Laker Bruce Stritesky has found success on the gridiorn as an official in the National Football League
Best of SML awards - Reader favorites are revealed for 2012!
2012 SML Wedding Guide - Profiles on three couples who chose SML as their dream wedding destination, plus our annual vendor guide
Lake & Garden: A wealth of books for garden dreaming - Columnist Catriona Tudor Erler's recommendations
Spirits: Knock off the chill - Lake-area establishments offer drinks to warm you from the inside out

November / December 2011 Issue

November/December 2011 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine - Flip through the entire November/December 2011 issue of Smith Mountain Laker Magazine online
Right at home - Drink in some farm-fresh goodness at Homestead Creamery
2011 November/December Real Estate section -
Lucky 13 - After years of living off water, John and Mary Boyer finally succumbed to the lure of the lake
Take the Laker July/August 2011 -
Conquering the cold - New Year's Day tradition enters its 19th year for the Smith Mountain Lake Water Ski Club
Out & About at Smith Mountain Lake - View photos from the Antique and Classic Boat Show, Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival and screening of the film "Lake Effects."
Best of Smith Mountain Lake Awards 2012 -
2012 Wedding Guide - If you own an SML-area business that provides products or services in the wedding industry, click to find out more about getting in our FREE Wedding Guide, which will be published in the January/February Laker.
2011 Gift guide -
2011 November/December recipes -
Hooked on the holidays - Mariners Landing residents Jim and Barbara Ottinger are crazy about Christmas
Behind the scenes of "Lake Effects" - Producers share their favorite stories from the making of the film
10 Most memorable Lake & Garden features -
Top 10 Lake & Garden features -

September / October 2011 Issue

September/October 2011 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine - Flip through the entire September/October 2011 issue of Smith Mountain Laker Magazine online
September/October 2011 Real estate section -
2011 Home Tour Guide - Photos and descriptions of all eight homes plus directions on how to take the Tour by boat!
Secret revealed - Working as a team, Ron and Cindie Kollman created an outdoor space worthy of the top prize in our 2011 Lovely Laker Landscape Contest
Warm and welcoming - Doug and Polly Fikse accommodate guests galore at their high-tech home in The Water’s Edge
2011 Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival - Spirits columnist Gordon Kendall writes about the importance of wine festivals to small, local wineries
Family fun at Hot Shots - Young and old can find plenty to enjoy at Hot Shots
Jenna Marie - After his cruiser was damaged by a marina roof collapse in 2010, a strange twist of fate led Ted Jordan to his newest vessel
Legend at the lake - Miss America IX, a record-breaking speed boat from the 1930s, will be featured at the Smith Mountain Lake Antique & Classic Boat Show
10 questions with Bill Stanley - A profile of the longtime lake-area attorney

July / August 2011 Issue

Smith Mountain Lake's restaurant scene -
July/August 2011 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine - Flip through the entire May/June 2011 issue of Smith Mountain Laker Magazine online
Maintenance-free lake living guide -
Rustic Replacement -
July/August 2011 Real Estate Section -
2011 Maintenance-free Guide -
Summertime spontaneity - Combine warm weather and good friends and you have the perfect recipe for a classic neighborhood potluck
Puddle Hunter - Boating lifestyle is a dream come true for Kevin and Laura Kelly
Protecting pets - Water safety strategies apply to our four-legged friends, too
At home on the trails - One runner's experiences at Smith Mountain Lake State Park
Treasuring our trees - Discover the many varieties native to the SML area
10 most memorable Profiles -

May / June 2011 Issue

May/June 2011 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine - Flip through the entire May/June 2011 issue of Smith Mountain Laker Magazine online
Out & About - Shop, dine, play
Premiere properties at Smith Mountain Lake - Real estate listing
May/June 2011 Real estate section -
Their place in the sun -
National D-Day Memorial -
Hooked on fishing - Whether you’re a casual weekend angler or aspire to the professional tour, Smith Mountain Lake’s easy access, variety of fish species and distinctive underwater habitat make it an ideal fishing destination.
David Baldacci - Action and suspense novelist David Baldacci leaves the danger and drama behind when he and he his family retreat to their Smith Mountain Lake home
"Homewrecker Too" -
Fantastic flowers -
10 restaurants to try by boat this summer -
Top 10 Favorites - Take the Laker with you