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The Legendary Lake Monsters and Vernon Lodge present New Year香蕉视频直播檚 Eve Carnival Dec. 31 at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are available for $75 each at the Lodge, as well as room rates starting at $75. Stay tuned to the Legendary Lake Monsters香蕉视频直播� Facebook page and the Vernon Lodge for promotional contests.