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26 | THE COLONY NEWS | AUGUST 2024 | Upcoming Events… Open To All! Summer Nights w/Albert Gonzales Saturday, Aug. 3, 6:30 pm. Experience the electrifying energy of Albert Gonzales, a masterful guitarist and charismatic singer who seamlessly blends the best of rock, country, and cumbia! Tickets are $12 per person with open seating on the patio. Summer Nights w/DJ Nick and Angie Saturday, Aug. 17, 6:30 pm. Nick will be spinning dance music from the '60s to the most recent. Be ready to have fun and dance the night away! This is a free event in the Auditorium. (Tip jar will be out.) Summer Nights w/Jason Weber Saturday, Aug. 24, 6:30 pm. Bring your snack and beverages and join us on the patio with the smooth saxophone sounds of Jason Weber. Classic Rock, Pop, R&B, etc. This guy puts on a great show! Jason has been playing the saxophone for over 30 years. Originally hailing from the Chicago area, he has 11 CDs under his belt as well as numerous guest appearances on other artists' recordings. Tickets are $15 per person with open patio seating. Labor Day with Skynyrd Nation Monday, Sept. 2, 6:30 pm. Skynyrd Nation Band was formed by a group of professional musicians who wanted to duplicate the authentic sound of one of the greatest bands in the world, Lynyrd Skynyrd. Their show is a "Real Lynyrd Skynyrd Experience" and with their five-piece band you will be transported back to the good ol' days of Southern Rock-N-Roll. The members of Skynyrd Nation Band are seasoned professional musicians who have played with national acts like Lady Gaga, Three Dog Night, Keith Urban, Brad Paisley, Good Charlotte, Joe Houston, Wicked Tinkers, and many others. From the inception, every member of Skynyrd Nation knew that this band was family from day one. Tickets are $30 per person and include dinner of fried or baked chicken, salad, dinner rolls and dessert. There is assigned patio and poolside seating. Please enter through the Lounge for check-in. Comedy Night by Comedy Entertainment Saturday, Sept 21, 6:30 pm. Frances Dilorinzo of Comedy Entertainment, California's premier agency for stand-up comedy, is bringing the laughs back to The Colony! Enjoy an evening with three professional comedians delivering top-notch humor that will leave you in stitches. Join us for a night of guaranteed laughter and fun! Tickets are $15 per person, with assigned seating in the Auditorium. Casino Night Friday, Sept. 27, 6 to 10 pm. Saddle up for a night of fun at the Old Western Saloon Casino Night! Yee-haw! Dust off your boots and join us for an unforgettable evening. Step back in time and experience the thrill of the Wild West with all the excitement of a modern casino. What's in store: classic casino games, themed drinks and snacks, and prizes! Try your luck at poker, blackjack, roulette, and craps; sip on sarsaparilla and indulge in delicious Western- themed treats; win exciting prizes throughout the night. Whether you're a high roller or just looking for a fun night out, our Old Western Saloon Casino Night is sure to be a rootin' tootin' good time. Gather your friends, bring your best poker face, and get ready for a night of high stakes and Wild West adventure! Tickets are $25 per person. Salute to Veterans 2024 Event Monday, Nov. 11. We are preparing to honor all veterans, past and present, for the Veterans Day Ball. If you're interested in joining the planning committee, please call Linda Santana, 661-492-1799, or email lindajsantana@yahoo.com.