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Where do you see yourself in 10 or 20 years? Possibly See SPOTLIGHT, Page 7

California City Parks & Recreation

Renaissance Fantasy Faire
& Model Train Show

October 17 & 18,2015
Saturday 11-6 PM & Sunday 11-5 PM

One Admission gets you both events!

$8.00 - adults (children 12 & under are free with a paid adult)
Seniors / Military - $5.00

California City Central Park

10400 Heather Ave. California City

For more info www.calcityrenfair.org