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Wine and dine President-style, run for a cause, or partake in ghoulish Halloween festivities.

By Mary Wheeler
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2nd Annual Wine and Gourmet Food Experience, October 29

Simi Valley, CA

Spend the evening enjoying vino, fine chocolate and artisanal cheeses at this annual foodie event hosted by the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation & Library. Participating wineries include Old Creek Ranch, Rancho Ventavo Cellars, and Los Robles Hills, among others. The festivities don’t end there though: you can tour the Ronald Reagan Library, including Air Force One and the Born to Be Wild celebrity and vintage motorcycle exhibit. Guests will receive a commemorative wine glass. The event runs from 6-9:30pm; $79.95 per person.

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Travel and Accommodations:
Flying into LAX will get you approximately 45 minutes from Simi Valley. Click here for accommodations.

Race for Freedom 5K & 10K 2010, October 30

Aurora, CO

Bring out your sneaks, and get ready to do some running — or walking, for those less competitive — for a good cause: This year’s race hopes to raise awareness about the human trafficking industry. Entry fees will benefit the Pearl Alliance, working to combat the trafficking of women and children. To celebrate Halloween, racers are encouraged to dress up as their favorite Super Hero — though there won’t be any candy, just food and prizes at the end. The 10K Walk begins at 9am; the 5K Run/Walk 15 minutes later. Registration fees start at $35.

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Travel and Accommodations:
Aurora is approximately 30 minutes from Denver International Airport. Click here for accommodations.

31st Annual Village Halloween Costume Ball, October 31

New York, NY

For those artsy types, you won’t want to miss this full-blown festival hosted by the Theater for the New City. In years past, over 1,400 people have attended this avant-garde event of cabaret and theater. Keep your eyes open for jugglers, fire-eaters, and stilt dancers, among other acts. East Village restaurants and private chefs will provide American and International foods. We recommend checking out The Red and Black Masque, a medieval show performed outdoors by torchlight. Doors open at 7:30pm. Getting in will cost 20 bones (get it?); costume or formal wear required.

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Travel and Accommodations:
Locals can take the MTA right into the East Village. Out-of-towners can fly into either JFK International or LaGuardia Airports. Click here for accommodation info.

PHOTO CREDIT: Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation & Library.

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