Burden Lake Conservation Association / BLCA

08/25/2026

🎤✨ IT’S BACK AGAIN FOR 2026! ✨🎤
The event everyone has been waiting for is back and better than ever!
Get ready for a night packed with laughter, great music, amazing performances, and nonstop entertainment at the 2026 Adult Lip Sync Contest!
📅 Saturday, September 5, 2026
📍 BLCA Club House 8 Brook Spring Ave. Averill Park, NY 12018
🎧 Featuring everyone’s favorite DJ, Bo Wideman!
🚪 Doors Open: 7:00 PM
🎟️ Admission: $20 at the door
Grab your friends and family, choose your favorite song, put together your best costume, and get ready to own the stage and Lip Sync your way to the Championship!
EVERYONE is welcome! If you are not a "performer" come on down to cheer on your favorite act! We can’t wait to see everyone there for another unforgettable night of fun and entertainment! 🎤🌟

08/19/2026

🎤🌟 The Burden Lake Conservation Association Presents:Kids Lip Sync 🌟🎤

📅 Friday, August 28
⏰ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
📍 BLCA Clubhouse
8 Brook Spring Ave, Averill Park, NY

💲 Admission
• $8 per person
• $30 per family (4 or more)

🍔 Enjoy delicious food from the Moose on the Loose Food Truck
🍦 Ice cream and sweet treats available, too!

⭐ Watch our talented young performers light up the stage with amazing lip sync performances. It's a crowd favorite and a night you won't want to miss!

🎉 Everyone is welcome! Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for an evening of great entertainment and community fun.

08/06/2026

📚🌲 BURDEN LAKE HISTORY NIGHT! 🌲📚
Join us for a fun and fascinating evening celebrating the history of Burden Lake!
📅 Friday, August 21st
🕖 Doors Open at 7:00 PM
🎤 Hosted by Connor Kopcho and Jim McKeough

🎟️ Admission: $5.00
👧👦 Kids under 12 are FREE!

Enjoy: 📸 Historic Burden Lake photos and memorabilia
🎥 A video presentation
📖 A discussion with Jim McKeough about his new book on Totem Lodge
🛍️ Books​ available for purchase, with a portion of sales benefiting the Burden Lake Conservation Association (BLCA)

🍿 Snacks will be provided
🍺 B**r will be available for adults 21+

⭐ Do you have old Burden Lake photos, memorabilia, or stories? Bring them along and help us bring Burden Lake's history to life!

We hope to see you there for an evening of memories, stories, and local history!

08/05/2026

🎉 Burden Lake Apparel Lovers... 👕💙
Burden Lake Apparel is OPEN FOR ORDERING NOW and will remain open through Monday, August 10, 2026 (end of day).

🛍️ Find ALL available items for purchase here:
https://www.theblca.org/projects/apparel

📦 Orders will arrive approximately 2-3 weeks after the August 10 deadline.
✅ To place an order:
Email Wendy Will with:
The items you'd like to order
Sizes
Your full name and contact information
📧 Email: [email protected]

💰 Payment options:
· Cash
· Check payable to the BLCA
· Venmo -Payments. Be sure to note the payment is for APPAREL.

Don't miss your chance to grab your favorite Burden Lake gear and show your lake pride! 🌊👕💙

Burden Lake Apparel is OPEN FOR ORDERING UNTIL EOD 8/10/26. To Order: Email or Text Wendy Will with the items you’d like to order and sizes + your full name/contact info. Email: [email protected] or reach out via Phone: 518-522-8535. Payment can be: Cash, Check, or Venmo. An additional fee of $3 f...

08/04/2026

🎶 Join the Zantays for Music on the Lake!
📍 Van Deloo Waterfront
📅 Sunday, August 9, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Spend a relaxing afternoon by the water enjoying great music and good company. We look forward to seeing you there!

08/03/2026

Coming to the BLCA Clubhouse this Friday Night, August 7, 2026, Comedian Vinnie Mark!! Get your tickets now!!

For more than 25 years, Vinnie Mark has been entertaining audiences with his unique blend of comedy, magic, and audience interaction. His impressive career includes appearances on Late Night with David Letterman and VH1’s Stand-Up Spotlight, and performances alongside comedy legends such as Kevin James, Ray Romano, and Rodney Dangerfield. He has also entertained audiences in Las Vegas, Reno, and Atlantic City’s Borgata.
📅 Friday, August 7, 2026
🕗 Showtime: 8:00 PM
📍 BLCA Clubhouse 8 Brook Spring Ave, Averill Park, NY 12018
🎟️ Tickets On Sale Now!
$25 Advance Sale
$30 At the Door
To purchase tickets, contact Janice Hofaker Tighe at 518-469-2870 or Venmo the BLCA using the QR code on the flyer.
Bring your friends, family, and sense of humor for an unforgettable evening of entertainment. We can't wait to see you there! 🎭🤣🎉

07/29/2026

The Burden Lake Conservation Association (BLCA) is excited to invite you to Bingo Night!
📅 Friday, July 31, 2026
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 BLCA Clubhouse
8 Brook Spring Ave., Burden Lake, NY

Bring your friends, family, and lucky charms for an evening of fun, laughter, and friendly competition. Whether you're a seasoned Bingo player or brand new to the game, everyone is welcome!

Admission & Bingo Cards

🎟️ $5.00 admission at the door
🎲 $5.00 per Bingo card

Food & Fun

🌭 Hotdogs and Snacks
🎉 Exciting Bingo Games
🏆 Prizes and Surprises
🤝 Great Company and Community Spirit
🏡 A Fun Night Out at the Clubhouse

Come help us make this event a huge success and create a new BLCA tradition for years to come!

Mark your calendars and join us on Friday, July 31, at 7:00 PM. We can't wait to see you there!

BYOB is strictly prohibited.

07/28/2026

The Burden Lake Social Club (BLSC) is excited to once again host a FREE concert featuring Ginger Geezus!
📅 Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
📍 Location: 79–85 Lake Shore Drive, Averill Park, NY 12018
💧 Water Quality Donations Welcome!
🥤 Bring Your Own Beverages – Please Enjoy Responsibly
Come out for an evening of great music, fun, and community! Everyone is welcome—bring your neighbors, friends, and family. We look forward to seeing you there! 🎶🎉

07/27/2026

The Burden Lake Conservation Association (BLCA) is proud to present our Annual Comedy Night, featuring the hilarious Vinnie Mark!

For more than 25 years, Vinnie Mark has been entertaining audiences with his unique blend of comedy, magic, and audience interaction. His impressive career includes appearances on Late Night with David Letterman and VH1’s Stand-Up Spotlight, and performances alongside comedy legends such as Kevin James, Ray Romano, and Rodney Dangerfield. He has also entertained audiences in Las Vegas, Reno, and Atlantic City’s Borgata.

📅 Friday, August 7, 2026
🕗 Showtime: 8:00 PM
📍 BLCA Clubhouse 8 Brook Spring Ave, Averill Park, NY 12018
🎟️ Tickets On Sale Now!
$25 Advance Sale
$30 At the Door
To purchase tickets, contact Janice Hofaker Tighe at 518-469-2870 or Venmo the BLCA using the QR code on the flyer.

Bring your friends, family, and sense of humor for an unforgettable evening of entertainment. We can't wait to see you there! 🎭🤣🎉

07/25/2026

MORNING!!! ❤️❤️❤️