Rock Me Gently: A Tribute to the Songwriters of the 70s – Aug. 2.
From Jim Croce to Dan Fogelberg and Carol King to James Taylor, Rock Me Gently presents an unforgettable two hours of some of the greatest American music to come from the 1970s. From the end of the 1960s, it became common to divide mainstream rock music into soft and hard rock with both emerging as major genres of popular music. In the early ’70s, rock music mellowed, creating the distinctive, laid-back sound of soft rock. The smooth and easy feeling this music inspires is perfect for life’s most meaningful moments. Rock Me Gently recreates the best of the soft rock era by rocking you gently with the hits of Jim Croce, Carole King, James Taylor, America, Dan Fogelberg, Neil Young, Gordon Lightfoot and many more amazing singer/songwriters. Tickets are on sale now in the Activities office and online.
Sedona Bus Trip – Aug. 9.
Travel to Sedona, home to more than 300 artists who draw from the quiet, colorful and spectacular physical environment. The red rocks, drifting clouds, towering pinnacles and sheer canyon walls lend incredible beauty to this area. Shop in the many stores and galleries. Lunch is included. Tickets are on sale now in the Activities office, $99 per person.
The Best of Eastern Canada Trip – Aug. 13 through 20.
From the European-styled, old world elegance of Quebec City to the thundering magnificence of Niagara Falls, you’ll love every moment of the tour through Eastern Canada. Enjoy two-night stays in Montreal, Quebec City and Toronto, as well as an overnight stay in Ottawa and city tours of each of them. Experience Niagara Falls up-close and cruise through the spectacular unspoiled 1000 Islands. Tickets include airfare and are on sale now in the Activities office, $3,449 per person/double and $4,349 per person/single.
ELVIS ’68 Comeback Special concert featuring Robert Shaw – Aug. 16.
On this very special evening, we will pay tribute to The King, as this is the day he passed away at his Memphis home, 42 years ago. This amazing show is based on the famous television special aired by NBC Dec. 3, 1968. Originally titled Singer Presents…Elvis, this show marked Presley’s return to live performances after seven years during which his career was centered in the movie business. Filming took place in June 1968 at NBC’s Burbank Studios. The show consisted of a sit-down section, stand-up numbers and two musicals. The sit-down session showcased Presley in an informal setting, surrounded by fans and a small band. It was the most watched show of the season. Later known as the “Comeback Special,” it re-launched Presley’s singing career and his return to live performances. Re-live the history-making performance when Robert Shaw brings us his re-creation of this iconic music special! Tickets are on sale now in the Activities office and online.
Musical Instrument Museum and Lunch Bus Trip – Aug. 20.
The Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) displays more than 6,000 instruments, collected from around 200 of the world’s countries and territories. Most displays are enhanced by state-of-the-art audio and video technologies that allow guests to see the instruments, hear their sounds and observe them being played in their original contexts. Lunch is included in Carefree. Tickets are on sale now in the Activities office, $99 per person.
Colorado Train Adventure – Sept. 7 through 14.
Highlights of this vacation will include the U.S. Air Force Academy, Pike’s Peak Cog Railway, Garden of the Gods, Great Sand Dunes National Park, Royal Gorge Route Railroad, Cumbres Toltec Railroad, Mesa Verde National Park, Durango Silverton Railroad, Colorado National Monument and the Colorado Railroad Museum. Tickets include airfare and are on sale now in the Activities office, $2,695 per person/double $3,395 per person/single.
An Evening with the Stars in Flagstaff – Sept. 9.
Beat the heat and travel to Flagstaff for an “Evening with the Stars” at Lowell Observatory. The Observatory was established in 1894 by Percival Lowell and since that time, Lowell astronomers discovered Pluto, collected the first evidence of an expanding universe and measured the motions and properties of stars. Tickets are on sale now in the Activities office, $99 per person.
Aretha: The Queen of Soul Tribute – Sept. 13.
“All hail the Queen!” Aretha Franklin’s iconic career spanned six decades, inspiring and influencing generations of aspiring musicians and vocalists. In her life, she recorded countless classics, garnered 18 Grammy Awards, the Presidential Medal of Freedom and earned the number-one spot on Rolling Stone magazine’s list of Greatest Singers of All Time. TAD Show’s newest production stars the immensely talented Charity Lockhart, accompanied by spectacular vocalists and musicians as they celebrate the legendary life and music of Aretha Franklin! Tickets for the 3:00 p.m. show are on sale now, but the 7:00 p.m. show is sold out.
California Gardens and Wineries Bus Trip – Sept. 17.
Travel to Southern California and experience some of the most tranquil gardens and wineries, including the Huntington Gardens, the Getty and Temecula. Day 1: Depart the Valley and travel to Southern California. Enjoy wine tasting at Calloway in Temecula before checking into the Best Western Plus Carriage Inn. Dinner is on your own. Day 2: After breakfast, included at the hotel, we’ll tour the Huntington Gardens before returning to the hotel for the evening. Day 3: After breakfast, included at the hotel, we’ll tour the Getty Museum and Gardens, and then return home. Tickets are on sale now in the Activities office, $575 per person/double and $725 per person/single. Checks only, please.
San Diego Golf Getaway including Torrey Pines – Sept. 24 through 27.
Day 1: Depart the valley and drive to San Diego via motor coach. Lunch is on your own en route. Check into Holiday Inn in Oceanside, CA. Dinner is on your own. Day 2: Complimentary hot continental breakfast included at the hotel. Enjoy a day of golf at Goat Hill Park where you will spend the morning playing 18 holes at one of Bill Murray’s favorite golf courses. Experience plush green fairways, palm trees and experience Southern California golf as a local. Golf cart is included, as is a complimentary drink at the 19th hole. This will be a shotgun start so all golfers will start together and end together. Return to the hotel and relax before heading to an included dinner. Day 3: Complimentary hot continental breakfast included at the hotel. Golfers depart the hotel and head to Torrey Pines golf course where you will experience golf in style with a full concierge check-in. This will be a shotgun start and lunch is on your own. Return to the hotel to relax before heading to your second included dinner in Oceanside, CA. Day 4: Complimentary hot continental breakfast is included before checking out of the hotel and returning home. Lunch is on your own en route. Tickets are on sale now in the Activities office, $1,175 per person/double and $1,525 per person/single. Checks only, please.
Custer State Park Buffalo Roundup Trip – Sept. 25 through 30.
Every fall, park rangers round up some 1,350 head of buffalo for the annual branding, sorting and vaccinating. In addition to the roundup and arts festival, this tour includes scenic mountains and popular attractions including Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Badlands National Park, Wall Drug, the 1880 train and historic Deadwood. Tickets includes airfare. $1,790 per person/double and $2,063 per person/single. Tickets are sold out.
California Air and Space Trip – Sept. 26 through 29.
Travel to Southern California and discover some interesting stuff. Discover NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory near Pasadena, and get an inside look at our current space exploration activities. Tour the California Science Center, which includes the Space Shuttle Endeavor along with other space exhibits. Finally, explore the Air Flight Museum at the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). The museum focuses on commercial aviation, with an emphasis on the evolution of what were once barley and bean fields in 1923 into one of the largest airports in the world. Day 1: Travel to Los Angeles and check into the Best Western Plus. Dinner is on your own this evening at the Universal City Walk. Day 2: Breakfast is included at the hotel. Tour the California Science Center, which includes the Space Shuttle Endeavor, along with all the other center exhibits. Day 3: Breakfast is included at the hotel. This morning, tour the Air Flight Museum at LAX, focusing on commercial aviation and the history of LAX. This afternoon, explore NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory where you will get an inside look at our current space exploration activities. Day 4: After a leisurely morning, depart for home. Tickets are on sale now in the Activities office, $725 per person/double and $995 per person/single. Checks only, please.
One of These Nights – The Ultimate Tribute to The Eagles – Sept. 27.
One of These Nights promises exactly that … an unforgettable night featuring the music of the Eagles, one of the most successful rock bands of all time. One of These Nights takes the audience on a journey through all the Eagles’ sounds, from tasteful country rock, complete with full harmonies, to hard-rocking tunes that highlight the Eagles’ extraordinary catalogue.
The show features the band’s greatest hits like Hotel California, Desperado, Lyin’ Eyes, Life in the Fast Lane, Take It Easy, Already Gone, One of These Nights and many others; all presented in a highly entertaining production with uncanny accuracy. It was these and other Eagles’ tracks that earned the band seven number one singles, six Grammys, five American Music Awards and six number one albums. John Waxman and JD Madrid have teamed-up with fellow stellar musicians to create one of the best sounding Eagles tribute bands touring today. Recognized for their uncanny accuracy to the original, One of These Nights is a pure and simple tribute to the Eagles! Tickets are on sale now in the Activities office and online.