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EXCURSIONS Sign-ups begin for the Recreation Department excursions on June 3, at 8 am, in the Rec. Dept. offices. PLEASE NOTE! Due to some of the excursion refund policies, and to keep cancellations down to a minimum, we ask those who wish to sign up for an excursion to please check your calendar for prior engagements prior to signing up for excursions. REFUND POLICY: 1. Cancellations made 30 days prior to the departure date of an excursion or special event will qualify for a full refund. 2. Cancellations made after the 30 day refund deadline are not refundable. However, if an excursion or event has sold out and there is a wait list, the Recreation Department may issue a refund if the ticket can be resold from the wait list. Thank you Aquarius Casino Leave Mon., Aug. 5, at 8 am, return Wed., Aug. 7, at 6 pm. Come and play your way through this spectacular gaming playground in Laughlin. Voted the "Best Video Poker" of 2011 by the Mohave Daily News. Enjoy cutting edge slot and video poker machines, the widest variety of table games in Laughlin, and a posh race and sports book with over 90 screens and every bet imaginable. Excellent food, friendly service and a beautiful view of the Colorado River. You will be treated to one "Bountiful Brunch Buffet" (included). Dine at H2OH, Laughlin's only open-air restaurant and lounge, located in the heart of the Laughlin Riverwalk. $110 pp, double or $148 pp, single. Includes room for 3 days and 2 nights, one brunch buffet, luggage handling & room tax, and round trip motorcoach. Must bring government issued photo ID. Del Mar Racetrack Thurs., Aug. 15, 10 am – 7 pm, $35pp. Spend the day at Del Mar Racetrack where the "Surf meets the Turf " and enjoy a day of beautiful weather, good eats, and fast horses! The gates open at 12 pm and your admission also includes clubhouse seating and a daily program. Lunch will be on your own, and the first post starts at 2 pm. Try your luck at the Trifecta or just enjoy the day. We will depart for home after the last race. And Away We Go! Welcome to La Jolla Wed., Aug. 21, 8 am – 3 pm, $22 pp. It's a day on your own at beautiful downtown La Jolla! La Jolla in Spanish means "The Jewel." It is the Jewel of America's finest city, San Diego. La Jolla is 15 minutes from downtown and has wonderful beaches, cultural activities, and fine restaurants. It is an exquisite combination of Southern European resort atmosphere and So Cal fun, with a down to earth feel and beautiful natural scenery. There is an array of specialty shops, quaint cafes, and renowned restaurants. No matter what your selection, you'll love La Jolla's graciousness and charm. Pageant of the Masters, "The Big Picture" Thurs., Aug. 29, 3 pm – 12 am, $62 pp. "Lights! Camera! In-action!" Excitement is already building for the 2013 Pageant of the Masters as it celebrates the 80th birthday of living pictures – the original freeze frame at the Festival of the Arts. The Big Picture will also add a cinematic spin to its world-class presentation with classic masterpieces that inspired legendary filmmakers. You won't want to miss out on the fun as The Big Picture time-travels, and goes on location around the globe in search of unforgettable art. Seating will be in the Main Tier Side. You will have plenty of time to browse The Festival and enjoy dinner on your own before the 8:30 pm show. UPCOMING: A NEW YORK CITY HOLIDAY: Join us for a presentation with Collette Travel on Tues., June 18, at 1:30 pm in the Main Clubhouse Ballroom. Light Refreshments served. excursion reminder S/O = Sold Out (wait list avail.) Stanley Ranch S/O......... 6/8 Pechanga..................... 6/10 Cruising the Coast....... 6/26 Hollywood Bowl S/O..... 7/2 Angels/Red Sox S/O....... 7/7 Hollywood Mus. S/O.... 7/18 8 | sun lakes lifestyles | june 2013 | recreation department June Shared Excursions: Rose Bowl Flea Market $58 pp, Pasadena Chalk Festival $48 pp, "The King and I" at Candlelight Theater $99 pp, Oxnard Salsa Festival $45 pp, and Long Beach Quilt Show $57 pp. See the Rec. Dept. for sign ups and info. EXCURSION SIGN-UPS All new excursions are not released for sign-up until the first day of the month beginning at 8 am. If a holiday falls on the first day of the month, sign-ups will begin the next day. waiting list policy The waiting list is created by the Rec. Dept. for sold out events/ excursions. This list is used (in order of registration) when the attendee has to cancel due to illness, doctor's appointment, etc. The waiting list is not used for additional sign-ups for secondary excursions that are scheduled due to their popularity. Contact the Rec. Dept. if you have any questions about either of these two policies. We accept checks only (payable to Sun Lakes). All Recreation Classes, Excursions, and Special Events are open to residents only, unless otherwise specified. We may open Excursions and Special Events to guests if numbers are low and the activity is in danger of being canceled. -Thank you!