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Village Venture Arts & Crafts Faire Sat., Oct. 28, 8:30 am - 3 pm, $20 pp. Village Ventures Arts & Crafts Faire is a very special autumn day in the Claremont Village – located about 30 miles east of Los Angeles. For the 36th year, artists and craftsperson's from near and far participate, while visitors stroll the tree-lined streets enjoying the festivities. Get your holiday shopping done early as you walk the streets of Claremont Village which is lined with 450+ booths selling unique art, original crafts and apparel. Get to know all the local businesses and non-profits in the business and organization block located on First Street. Be sure to also stop by the food court for an array of international foods and entertainment. Don't forget to stop by the village businesses on both sides of Indian Hill that will be open all day. This is the place to kick off your one stop holiday shopping, you'll find something unique for everyone on your list! Sit and relax at one of our sidewalk cafes, or enjoy the international cuisine located on First Street. Well over 20,000 visitors attend Village Venture every year to enjoy not only this one-day event, but also the wonderful shops and restaurants that are located in the city of Claremont. Julian Apple Harvest Tour Thurs., Oct. 19, 10 am - 5:30 pm, $74 pp. Crisp cool nights and graciously warm sunny days herald the coming of fall as apple and pear harvest begin. The leaves grow golden, breezes quicken and the cider presses begin turning just-picked apples into fresh squeezed juice! The afternoon is free to wander the streets of the quaint, turn-of-the-century mining town. You'll discover charming shops, boutiques, country inns, and the Julian Pioneer Museum. Don't miss taking a peek inside the historic 1897 Julian Hotel and the Julian Drug Store with its old-fashioned soda fountain, which still serves sparkling sarsaparilla. And if you want to take a pie home, be sure to stop in at the Julian Pie Company to pick up one of the best homemade apple pies you'll ever eat. A special stop will be made at the famous Dudley's Bakery for those who wish to purchase some of their wonderful fresh baked breads. From the ordering lines at Dudley's, you can watch them making 15 kinds of bread, ranging from Danish apple-nut to cheddar cheese bread. Enjoy home-style cooking at one of Julian's favorite dining establishment, the Rongbranch Restaurant. Meal will be chosen when you sign up. Aquarius Casino & Resort, Laughlin Sun., Oct. 22, 8 am, returns Tues., Oct. 24 at 6 pm, $135 pp double, $176 pp single. Located in Laughlin, Nevada, Aquarius Casino Resort is on the Colorado River and minutes from Laughlin Outlet Center and Regency Casino. This casino resort is within close proximity to the Laughlin Event Center and E Center. Make yourself at home in one of the air-conditioned rooms featuring plasma televisions. Wireless Internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers. Head straight for the casino, or wait for that lucky feeling while you enjoy one of the other recreational opportunities, such as an outdoor pool and an outdoor tennis court. Enjoy a meal at one of the resort's dining establishments, which include four restaurants and a coffee shop/café. From your room, you can also access room service (during limited hours). Finally, relax with a refreshing drink at one of the four bars/lounges. Leave your routine and worries behind; come join us for a relaxing and renewal getaway… | SUN LAKES LIFESTYLES | AUGUST 2017 | 15 Excursion reminder S/O = Sold Out (wait list avail.): Yellow = Still Available Carlsbad .............................................8/13 Harrahs Casino (CA) ..........................8/17 Golden Nugget ....................................8/29 Del Mar ...............................................8/31 Chocolate Factories/Farmers Mkt S/O .9/6 Body Worlds Pulse..............................9/21 Monterey Trip S/O ..............................9/27 THESE EXCURSIONS AREN'T SOLD OUT? SHOCKING! EXCURSION SIGN-UPS: All new excursions are not released for sign-up until the FIRST DAY OF THE MONTH BEGINNING AT 8 AM. If the 1st falls on a Saturday or Sunday then sign-ups will begin on the following Monday. 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. You can register up to 4 people (including yourself ) per check per household, payable to Sun Lakes Country Club. 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!