Senior Citizens Organization of San Lorenzo Valley will bring a wizarding world to the Santa Cruz Mountains for its annual fundraiser, “Heralding the Holidays at Hogwarts,” on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 4-7pm at the Highlands Park Senior and Community Center in Ben Lomond.
The all-ages event will transform the center into an interactive Hogwarts experience, featuring a Sorting Hat house discovery, hidden footprints tracking an invisibility-cloaked guide, Headmaster and sponsor portraits, and themed photo vignettes, including Harry’s flying car.
Guests can enjoy themed and traditional hors d’oeuvres and desserts, along with such drinks as Gillywater, Pumpkin Juice, Elf Wine and mixed concoctions in the Herbology and Potions Garden Classroom.
The evening will also feature live music by the center’s resident band, The Backbeat Boomers, a silent auction and a multi-generational gift raffle featuring rare Harry Potter collectibles. Costumes and festive holiday attire are encouraged.
Individual tickets include two complimentary drinks.
“For 48 years, local residents, businesses and volunteers have kept Highlands Park Senior and Community Center alive. This Gala is the primary funding engine that ensures a warm and safe center for isolated Valley seniors and 34 vital onsite programs to continue in 2027,” said Coco Raner-Walter, center director.
Proceeds support the center and its programs serving seniors throughout the San Lorenzo Valley. Tickets, event trailers and sponsorship information are available at tinyurl.com/HTHGala26.
