Costume Swap & Crafting Event!
2025-10-12 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Ben Lomond County Park, 9525 Mill Street, Ben Lomond, CA, 95005, United States
This swap and crafting event is co-hosted by the BLVA and The Valley Women’s Club of San Lorenzo Valley. Bring old costumes, find a new one, and up-cycle something fresh! Join us for a boo-tique event, right in the Ben Lomond County Park. Snacks and warm beverages will be available by donation. See you there!

Supper Club - End of Summer/Fall Picnic at Elena's
2025-10-12 16:00 - 19:30
Come to Elena’s for an End of Summer Picnic to enjoy sliders, salads, bean dishes and other picnic goodies. Host will provide appetizers and beverages while guests bringing pot luck entrees & desserts.
To reserve your seat at this fun event, please RSVP HERE. If the RSVP says, “FULL” that means all the seats have been taken. In that case, please email your name and phone number to secretary@benlomondvillage.org to request being put on the wait-list, and you will be contacted if seats become available.

Supper Club - Friendsgiving Luncheon
2025-11-16 14:00 - 17:00
At Magdalena & Mark’s Home
Let’s celebrate the season together with an afternoon Friendsgiving luncheon at the beautiful home of Magdalena and Mark. Host will provide appetizers and beverages while guests can bring pot luck entrees and desserts. Seats are limited, so RSVP today HERE!

Ben Lomond Tree Lighting 2025
2025-11-30 15:00 - 18:00 | Ben Lomond Fire Department, 9430 Hwy 9, Ben Lomond, CA, 95005, United States
Join us for the second annual Ben Lomond Tree Lighting!
Sunday, November 30 | 3:00-6:00 pm
Ben Lomond Firehouse
RSVP HERE
EVENT ACTIVITIES

Crafts for all ages!
Gift market, including Ben Lomond ornaments and mugs
Snowball toss
Live music
Santa visit on the fire engine (and photo opp!)

FOOD & BEVERAGE

Free hot cocoa bar (special event mugs available for purchase!)
Food vendors: Pharaoh’s Plate and Girasol Pizza

EVENT AGENDA
3:00–6:00 | Holiday Gift Market
3:00–4:00 | Live Music: Chris Jones
4:00–5:00 | Local Performances & Caroling
5:00 | Santa’s Arrival
5:00–6:00 | Band: The Tone Wheels
6:00 | Tree Lighting Countdown!

New this year, our holiday gift market at the event features local vendors, including:

Artoulli.llc: Posters, stickers, pins, keychains, and ceramics
Carter and Shabs: Charms and jewelry
Fairie Garden Land: Crystal, glass, and wood-beaded plant/garden wands; beaded garlands; bookmarks; letter openers; cheese picks; and window stringers
Mahanahula Designs: Pyrography (woodburning); watercolor on redwood; jewelry; and epoxy woodwork
Nannie’s Designs: Antique teacup candles; hand-painted ostrich eggs; holiday serving trays; hand-painted tote bags and gift bags
Paws N Purrs Pets: Pet-themed stickers, mugs, apparel, and personalized/custom pet products
Sarah Orre: Art cards, prints, and original artworks
Sicilian Mama Pottery: Handmade functional pottery
Sweet Herb Medicinals: Fire starters, bath salts, massage oil, masks, creams, sugar scrubs, herbal tea, and immune syrup
Watercolors by Alison Parham: Original watercolors, bookmarks, reproduction prints, cards, and cement sculptures

We’ll also be selling two fun items at the 2025 Ben Lomond Tree Lighting to raise funds for BLVA: mugs and ornaments. Make sure you get these limited-edition goodies by ordering before the event!
BUY HOLIDAY GOODIES >

FOOD DRIVE

Bring canned food items for donation to Valley Churches United to help feed our community.

PARKING
Parking will be available at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 9545 Love Creek Road.

Supper Club: Holiday Cookie Exchange
2025-12-14 13:00 - 15:00
Come to the Howden Castle for a Holiday Cookie Party! Your hosts Will and Tia will provide beverages and some finger food while guests are asked to bring at least two dozen of their favorite holiday cookies (along with 25 copies of the recipe) to share. Snacks and mingling will be followed by a cookie exchange. Plan on bringing an extra container to pack up your share of the cookies exchanged!
100% of the proceeds from this event will benefit Valley Churches United, so please select a ticket price that fits your ability to donate. Let’s help out our neighbors who are experiencing food insecurity!
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED – Make your donation to reserve your seat HERE.

Contra Dance
2026-01-09 17:30 - 22:00
Contra Dance at Park Hall Community Center! With a live band an an excellent caller.
Doors open at 5:30pm

Potluck 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Beginner’s tutorial 6:30pm – 7:00pm
Dancing 7:00pm – 10:00pm

Please plan to bring your own dishware, utensils and cups to the potluck.
Get your tickets HERE
Volunteers are needed to help with setup, checking people in, and supervising concessions. Sign up HERE
In case you are asking yourself, “What is Contra Dance?” it’s actually quite similar to Square Dancing… Contra Dance is a traditional American dance in which couples dance in two long facing lines or in groups of four. Affectionately referred to as an “entryway dance” by dancers, contra dance is by far the most accessible of all dances for beginners. The contra dance is also known as English country dance, New England folk dance, a barn dance, or Appalachian folk dance.

Tales of Ben Lomond History Series - Part 1
2026-01-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Park Hall Community Center, CA, 95005, United States
TICKETS!: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/tales-of-ben-lomond
Back by Popular Demand – with expanded material and new photos! Rugged Rogues and Fearless Mavericks: San Lorenzo Valley Adventurers in Ben Lomond. Join local historian and Realtor Ronnie Trubek for an engaging presentation on the colorful characters who shaped the history of Ben Lomond and the San Lorenzo Valley. Co-hosted by BLVA and Park Hall Community Center, this is the first of three presentations in Trubek’s Tales of Ben Lomond series (Part 2: March 12 and Part 3: April 16). The event includes an intermission with concessions available. All proceeds benefit the Ben Lomond Village Alliance and Park Hall Community Center Fire Sprinkler Fund Tickets: $25 for adults, $20 for seniors/youth. Series tickets are $65 for adults and $50 for seniors/youth.
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/tales-of-ben-lomond

Supper Club - Mardi Gras
2026-02-15 15:00 - 18:00
Magdalena and Mark will host a Mardi Gras themed Supper Club. Hosts will provide a festive environment, New Orleans Style Red Beans and Rice and Venezuelan style Carne Mechada (shredded beef), while guests are asked to bring salads, sides, appetizers, or desserts to share. Guests are encouraged to come dressed in their most festive attire. Laissez les bons temps rouler!
Reserve your seat at the table HERE

Square Dance February 22, 2026
2026-02-22 18:30 - 21:30 | Park Hall Community Center, CA, 95005, United States
Dust off your cowboy boots and join neighbors for an evening of square dancing! The well known local band, Summoning Circle, will play along with a live caller. All ages and experience levels are welcome—no partner needed.
Doors open 6:30 PM
Dancing 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Park Hall Community Center, 9400 Mill Street, Ben Lomond
Beer & wine, sodas, and pie will be available by donation
Tickets: $10 available HERE
Sign up to volunteer or bring a pie to donate HERE
By registering, you help the Ben Lomond Village Alliance continue hosting gatherings that strengthen community ties and make Ben Lomond a fabulous place to live!

Tales of Ben Lomond History Series Part 2
2026-03-12 19:00
TICKETS!: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/tales-of-ben-lomond-part-2-march–2026
Back by Popular Demand – with expanded material and new photos! Mountain Outpost to Thriving Town: Visionary Businessmen and Everyday Heroes
Join local historian and Realtor Ronnie Trubek for an engaging presentation on the colorful characters who shaped the history of Ben Lomond and the San Lorenzo Valley. Co-hosted by the BLVA and Park Hall Community Center, this is the second of three presentations in Trubek’s Tales of Ben Lomond series (Part 3 will be Thurs, April 16). This presentation focuses on the first half of the twentieth century and will be fascinating even if you missed Part 1! The event includes an intermission with concessions available. Doors open at 6:30 pm, presentation at 7 pm. All proceeds benefit the Park Hall Fire Sprinkler Fund and Ben Lomond Village Alliance. Tickets: $25 for adults, $20 for seniors/youth.
TICKETS!: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/tales-of-ben-lomond-part-2-march–2026

BLVA Membership Meeting
2026-03-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Park Hall Community Center, CA, 95005, United States
BEN LOMOND VILLAGE ALLIANCE MEMBER MEETING
Saturday, March 14, 10:00am – 12:00pm
Park Hall Community Center, 9400 Mill St
This community meeting is for anyone interested in becoming a member of the Ben Lomond Village Alliance, anyone curious about what the BLVA has been up to, and anyone who would like to get more involved – join a committee, lead a committee, or maybe even create a new one? Bring your questions and bring a friend and help us continue the work of making Ben Lomond thrive!

Supper Club - Games & Bag Dinner
2026-03-21 17:00 - 19:30
SUPPER CLUB – GAMES & BAG DINNER
Saturday, March 21 5:00pm – 7:30pm
Racelle and Jeff’s House
Bring a bag dinner for yourself and join with neighbors for a fun night of games! Hosts Racelle LaMar and Jeff Penner will provide chips and dip as well as beverages, and invite you over to play games such as Cards Against Humanity and Bang.
Reserve your seat today: Click HERE

Tales of Ben Lomond History Series Part 3
2026-04-16 19:00 | Park Hall Community Center, CA, 95005, United States
TICKETS!: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/tales-of-ben-lomond-part–3
Join local historian and Realtor Ronnie Trubek for an engaging presentation on the colorful characters who shaped the history of Ben Lomond and the San Lorenzo Valley. Co-hosted by the BLVA and Park Hall Community Center, this is the third of three presentations in Trubek’s Tales of Ben Lomond series but no previous attendance is required. The presentation, titled From Redwoods to Retreats: The Valley’s Counterculture Years, will focus on Ben Lomond and the San Lorenzo Valley during the second half of the twentieth century with fascinating stories and never-before-seen photographs. The evening includes an intermission with concessions available by donation. Doors open at 6:30 pm, presentation at 7 pm. All proceeds benefit the Park Hall Fire Sprinkler Fund and Ben Lomond Village Alliance. Tickets: $25 for adults, $20 for seniors/youth.
TICKETS!: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/tales-of-ben-lomond-part–3

Supper Club - Hike & Picnic
2026-04-19 11:00 - 14:00
Pack your favorite picnic potluck food to share and take a moderate (1 hour) hike then enjoy lunch together at the picnic tables at Quail Hollow Park. Lemonade and dessert provided by your hosts, Ariel and Matt.
Reserve your spot HERE!

Supper Club - Afternoon Tea Party
2026-05-03 13:00 - 15:00
Join your host, Elena, for a lovely afternoon tea party. Elena will provide some cookies, tea and an Aperol spritz, while guests should bring finger sandwiches, scones, petit fours, or other tea time goodies.
Reserve your seat today HERE!

Line Dance at Park Hall
2026-05-09 19:00 - 20:30
Join us for a fun community gathering! The Ben Lomond Village Alliance invites you to a special event at Park Hall on May 9, featuring Wendy’s Mountain Line Dance. Wendy will lead you through a variety of line dances. Come enjoy lively dancing and a fun time with neighbors and friends. All ages and experience levels are welcome. Beer, wine, sodas and snacks will be available by donation.
WHEN: Saturday, May 9 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM (Doors open at 6:30 PM)
WHERE: Park Hall Community Center, 9400 Mill Street, Ben Lomond
Tickets HERE
Learn more about Wendy’s Mountain Line Dance HERE

Supper Club - Cake Social
2026-05-23 11:00 - 13:00
Join us for a Community Cake Social at Beeline Blooms hosted by Jen, Tina and Lindsay! Surrounded by amazing views, sweet treats, and friendly conversation. Your hosts will provide water & lemonade as well as boxes to take home slices of your favorite cakes. Each attendee is expected to bring a cake (1 per person) to share and a cake server. Let’s celebrate community and cake!
Attendance is limited and advance registration required, so get our your favorite cake recipe (or order a cake from La Placa, Dessert First, or the Buttery!) and reserve your spot HERE.
Date: Saturday, May 23**
Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Where: Beeline Blooms (directions provided with sign-up confirmation)
Parking is limited, carpooling is recommended
** If the weather is inclement, event will be postponed to June 13 with notification 24 hours in advance.
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Cake details
Each attendee is expected to bring an uncut cake to share (1 per person), a cake server utensil per cake, and an index card with key ingredients/allergens. Please bring a copy of the recipe to be included in the 2026 Supper Club Cookbook! The sharing table is for cake only. Boxes for taking cake home will be provided.
Your hosts will provide water and lemonade. If you’d like other food or drinks, feel free to bring it for your own enjoyment.
Eco-friendly gathering
To help care for the garden and our environment, please bring your own plate, cup, cutlery, and napkin for personal use. We’ll be practicing a leave-no-trace picnic, making sure everything we bring in goes home with us. Carpooling is recommended.
Sun & garden comfort
Please bring sunscreen and a sun hat, and plan accordingly for a sunny afternoon. This is an open garden and the sun can be very intense. Please bring your own picnic blanket or lawn chair.
Please note
This event is at a working farm; we kindly ask that no dogs or pets be brought to the gathering.
Let’s celebrate community, nature, sunshine, and cake!
While this is a free event, please consider donating to BLVA to support future events. Pre-registration is required, so reserve your spot HERE today!

Village Market | June
2026-06-06 10:00 - 14:00 | Ben Lomond County Park, 9525 Mill Street, Ben Lomond, CA, 95005, United States
We’re excited to host our 2026 Village Market season on Mill Street and in the Ben Lomond County Park on Mill Street in Ben Lomond! Shop for local produce, enjoy fresh food, peruse artisan goods and spend time with your community.
2026 SEASON SCHEDULE
First Saturdays of the Month, 10:00 am–2:00 pm

Saturday, June 6
Saturday, July 4
Saturday, August 1
Saturday, September 5
Saturday, October 3

Contra Dance
2026-06-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Park Hall Community Center, CA, 95005, United States
Join us for a good time with live music and a fabulous caller! We are pleased to welcome the band, Against the Grain, with caller Cheryl Graubart to Park Hall for a Contra Dance.
Similar to Square Dancing, Contra is a type of social folk dance that involves lines of couples dancing in patterns following the instructions of a live caller. Rather than country-western music, you can expect music designed for dancers, featuring a steady, pulsing tempo and blending popular folk traditions from Celtic to Cape Breton, old-time to bluegrass, with hints of Scandinavian and French- Canadian influences.
6:30pm Doors open
7:00pm Beginners Lesson
7:30pm Dance begins
All ages and experience levels welcome.
Coffee, tea, soda and snacks will be available by donation. (This is an alcohol free event)
TICKETS HERE: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/contra-dance-2
Info about the band: https://www.atgstringband.org/

Village Market | July
2026-07-04 10:00 - 14:00 | Ben Lomond County Park, 9525 Mill Street, Ben Lomond, CA, 95005, United States
We’re excited to host our 2026 Village Market season on Mill Street and in the Ben Lomond County Park on Mill Street in Ben Lomond! Shop for local produce, enjoy fresh food, peruse artisan goods and spend time with your community.
Our 4th of July market will include special activities and entertainment—details to come!
2026 SEASON SCHEDULE
First Saturdays of the Month, 10:00 am–2:00 pm

Saturday, June 6
Saturday, July 4
Saturday, August 1
Saturday, September 5
Saturday, October 3

Village Market | August
2026-08-01 10:00 - 14:00 | Ben Lomond County Park, 9525 Mill Street, Ben Lomond, CA, 95005, United States

Village Market | September
2026-09-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Ben Lomond County Park, 9525 Mill Street, Ben Lomond, CA, 95005, United States

Ben Lomond Scottish Day
2026-09-19 13:00 - 17:00 | Ben Lomond County Park, 9525 Mill Street, Ben Lomond, CA, 95005, United States
Our second annual Scottish Day event will be held on Saturday, September 19!

Music and Performances
Food, Beer, and Wine
Silent Auction
Ben Lomond Goodies
Kids Activities
And More!

Village Market | October
2026-10-03 10:00 - 14:00 | Ben Lomond County Park, 9525 Mill Street, Ben Lomond, CA, 95005, United States
