Spring Lake Village

Our week long 40th anniversary celebration kicked off on Wednesday evening with an extravagant appetizer reception. Residents and our special invited guests enjoyed numerous appetizer stations of gourmet flatbreads, specialized salads, chilled seafood bar, local Marin and Sonoma County cheeses, grilled vegetable bar, charcuterie board and many different decadent desserts. Two custom ordered ice sculptors added the perfect touch. Champagne popped and wine poured as party goers roamed the multiple room event. It was a delicious evening filled with live music, great food, friends, neighbors, staff and laughter. A photobooth was provided as an event souvenir to remember this very special occasion!

A Scrapbook Through Time – Final Chapter 📖✨

As we conclude our A Scrapbook Through Time series, we reflect on the moments that remind us not only of how Spring Lake Village has changed over the past 40 years, but also of the enduring spirit of the community that has made it such a special place to call home.

📸 Photo 1: The original pool and our new pool, along with snapshots of resilience and connection during the pandemic
📸 Photo 2: Then & Now – The Atrium
📸 Photo 3: Spring Lake Village Community Outreach
📸 Photo 4: Then & Now – The Creekside Patio
📸 Photo 5: Treasures of Spring Lake Village

From cherished gathering spaces and meaningful traditions to times of challenge and growth, each photo represents a chapter in our shared story. While much has changed over four decades, the heart of Spring Lake Village has always been its people.

Thank you to the residents who lovingly created this scrapbook and preserved these memories for generations to come. And thank you to everyone who has followed along with our journey through the years. Here's to celebrating our past, embracing our present, and looking forward to many more memories together. Happy 40th Anniversary, Spring Lake Village! 💙

A Scrapbook Through Time – Part 4 📖✨

As we continue celebrating 40 years of Spring Lake Village, we look back at some of the exciting milestones that have helped our community grow and evolve.

📸 Photo 1: The West Grove Expansion
📸 Photo 2: Renovations to the Auditorium, Bistro, Village Center, and L Building
📸 Photo 3: The West Grove Pioneers, who moved into their new homes between October 14–29, 2014
📸 Photo 4: The Spring Lake Village fountain through the years—from its original installation in 1986, to its replacement in 2014, and its renovation in 2025
📸 Photo 5: Then & Now – The Spring Lake Village newsletter

Every new chapter in our history has been built on a foundation of community, growth, and innovation. These photos celebrate the spaces we've enhanced, the milestones we've reached, and the residents who have made each new beginning so special.

Our 40th Anniversary is recognized and celebrated with special t-shirts and canvas bags. They are being distributed to our residents and staff this week.

A Scrapbook Through Time – Part 3 📖✨

Our walk through Spring Lake Village's history continues with another collection of treasured memories and familiar places that have shaped our community over the past 40 years.

📸 Photo 1: The Chapel, originally constructed in 1985, renovated in 2016, and the Santa Rosa Labyrinth, completed in 2015
📸 Photo 2: Then & Now – The Village Store & the Pool Room
📸 Photo 3: Our original Chickering Grand Piano alongside our current Baldwin and Bechstein pianos
📸 Photos 4 & 5: The original Spring Lake Pioneers through the years

These photos reflect the traditions, gathering spaces, and people who have helped make Spring Lake Village a vibrant and welcoming community. As we celebrate our 40th Anniversary, we're honored to look back on the moments that have brought us here.

Stay tuned for the next installment of A Scrapbook Through Time as we continue sharing the stories, places, and people that have made Spring Lake Village feel like home for four decades.

A Scrapbook Through Time – Part 2 📖✨

Our journey through Spring Lake Village's history continues!

This collection of photos highlights some of the milestones and familiar spaces that have become part of our community's story:

📸 Photo 1: Spring Lake Village's Dedication Ceremony on August 27, 1986
📸 Photo 2: Then & Now – Along the Creekside
📸 Photo 3: The Dell
📸 Photo 4: Then & Now – The Sonoma Room & Bistro
📸 Photo 5: Original furnishings from the Lobby, Library, and Sonoma Room

Looking back at these treasured moments reminds us how our community has grown while preserving the welcoming spirit that has always made Spring Lake Village feel like home.

Stay tuned for Part 3 as we continue celebrating 40 years of memories, milestones, and the people who have made Spring Lake Village such a special place.

A Scrapbook Through Time-Part 1 📖✨

To kick off our 40th Anniversary Celebration, several of our talented residents came together to create a remarkable scrapbook display filled with photographs, newspaper clippings, and original renderings that capture the rich history of Spring Lake Village.

The scrapbook takes us back to where it all began—from the very first vision and plans for our community to the groundbreaking ceremony on June 10, 1984. It is a beautiful tribute to the people, memories, and milestones that have shaped Spring Lake Village over the past four decades.

Be sure to follow along as we continue sharing stories, photos, and special moments from our history throughout our 40th Anniversary Celebration. We can't wait to take this trip down memory lane with you!

These special banners announce Spring Lake Village's 40th Anniversary Celebration in August. Our community opened its doors to 62 residents on August 6, 1986. Forty years later we have an opportunity to pay tribute to the founders and the decades of residents and staff who contributed to the vibrant community that exists today.

In 2025, our first annual Car Show was such a huge success, that 2026 marked the beginning of annual Car Shows at Spring Lake Village. This 2nd annual show consisted of more cars and more fun! Many amazing classic cars and hotrods were provided by our friends at Crusin' North Car Club. The cars ranged from a 1947 Willey to a 1972 Ford Maverick Grabber. The show also included vendor Ben and Jerry's who scooped out endless and delicious ice cream. Another new vendor this year was a very talented and fun caricature artist who captured silly poses and smiles of the day.

In honor of Juneteenth, residents came together to enjoy a delicious meal while reflecting on the history and significance of this important day.

Food has a unique way of bringing people together, creating opportunities to share stories, celebrate culture, and build community. As we gathered around the table, we recognized Juneteenth as a celebration of freedom, resilience, and the rich traditions that continue to shape our nation.