RANCHO MURIETA, CA (MPG) - It was all about member enjoyment when the Rancho Murieta Association Recreation Committee presented two events in October.

After being rained out for the Trunk or Treat event at Stonehouse Park on Oct. 25, the Recreation Committee regrouped and hosted a festive Halloween party outside the association office on Oct. 31.

General Manager Rod Hart and Board President Patrick O’Hern manned the grill, serving up mouth-watering hot dogs to the ghouls and goblins who haunted the event.

In addition to bags of traditional candy, guests enjoyed chips and drinks alongside their hot dogs. The little ones were delighted with snap bracelets and light-up rings that lasted longer than their sweets.

Afterward, most of the revelers headed out in search of more spooks around Rancho Murieta.

It was a sparkling autumn day as a busload of residents enjoyed a comfortable, fun-filled afternoon at Apple Hill on Oct. 23.

The Recreation Committee’s trip began with a sweet sendoff: fresh donuts generously provided by the Local Bean Café. The bus driver followed his GPS, which led to a thrilling and memorable ride down Scott Road.

The first stop of the day was High Hill Ranch, where the group browsed the rows of craft booths and sampled a variety of apple treats.

After stocking up on pies, breads and other freshly made goodies, the group continued to Boa Vista Orchards. There, most took time to enjoy lunch outdoors and enjoy the sunshine before the return trip to Rancho Murieta.

Based on positive feedback from the participants, the Recreation Committee is considering making the Apple Hill excursion an annual tradition.