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1971 - Tejon Ranch Co. allows Fire Dept. to torch the historic Hotel Lebec [story]

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May 10: Two Classic One Act Comedies Open at The Main

Friday, Apr 26, 2024

Two classic one-act comedies written by the late James McLure are coming to The Main in Old Town Newhall for a two-weekend run starting Friday, May 10. The plays tell the story of a small 1970s Texas town from two very different perspectives. The one-acts, “Laundry and Bourbon” and “Lone...

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May 10: Boots In the Park Returns to Santa Clarita

Wednesday, Apr 24, 2024

Dust off the boots and get ready to holler, because Boots In The Park making its way back to Santa Clarita, y’all. Join the fun at Central Park on Friday, May 10, 2024, for a rootin’, tootin’ good time with none other than: Sam Hunt, Jake Owen, Niko Moon, Dylan Marlowe, Presley Tennant & Luwiss...

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Youth Show Added to Santa Clarita Shakespeare Festival

Monday, Apr 15, 2024

Click photo to enlarge flyer. The Santa Clarita Shakespeare Festival is expanding its 2024 Summer Season to include a weekend of performances at the MAIN in July by members of this summer’s youth Shakespeare Camp. Over the course of three weeks, our teenage acting troupe will audition for, rehearse,...

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May 2: Desert Dreams, An Evening of Dance, Music

Friday, Apr 12, 2024

Take a magic carpet ride through the enchanting countries of the Middle East to experience an eclectic combination of music and dance from Egypt, Israel, Iran, Turkey, Lebanon, Emirates and more. Desert Dreams, An Evening of Dance and Music will appear on stage at The MAIN in Old Town Newhall Thursday,...

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April 26-28: ‘Eleanor’s Story: An American Girl in Hitler’s Germany’

Tuesday, Apr 9, 2024

“Eleanor’s Story: An American Girl in Hitler’s Germany,” presented by Ingrid Garner will open Friday, April 26 at The MAIN theater in Old Town Newhall. The show will run for four performances. Eleanor Ramrath Garner’s best-selling memoir, detailing her youth as an American...

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Santa Clarita Author Releases New Plant-Based Cookbook

Monday, Apr 8, 2024

Vegetable dishes just got tastier. In a world where the health-conscious and flavor-seekers can unite, each page of Santa Clarita author Yecenia Currie’s new cookbook is a testament to her unwavering commitment to creating recipes that are filled with nutrition while simultaneously exploding with flavor....

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April 20: ‘Santa Clarita’s Heroes of 1850’ at Old Town Newhall Library

Friday, Apr 5, 2024

The city of Santa Clarita is inviting local history buffs and adventure lovers to a free presentation, “Santa Clarita’s Heroes of 1850,” featuring graphic novelist Deborah Fox, author of “The Man Who Beat Death Valley.” The free event is scheduled 2 p.m. Saturday, April 20, at the Old Town...

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June 8: Summer Breeze Concert Series ‘A Night of Motown’

Tuesday, Apr 2, 2024

The Summer Breeze concert series will present “A Night of Motown” on Saturday, June 8, 4-9 p.m. at California Institute of the Arts, 24700 McBean Parkway, Santa Clarita, CA 91355. Doors open at 4 p.m. Welcome to the Summer Breeze concert series. Come join us for a spectacular in person music...

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‘Liquid Botanicals’ Art Exhibit at the Canyon Theatre Guild

Friday, Mar 29, 2024

Qiana Tarlow, a member of the Santa Clarita Artists Association, will be showcasing “Liquid Botanicals,” her watercolor art at the Vernon Gallery inside the Canyon Theatre Guild. The show will run through April 28. The Opening Reception will be held on Saturday, April 6, 3-6 p.m. Liquid Botanicals...

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March 23: The Musical ‘Xanadu’ Opens at CTG

Friday, Mar 22, 2024

The Canyon Theatre Guild will open the musical “Xanadu” on Saturday, March 23 in Old Town Newhall. The show will run through April 27. The production is based on the Universal Pictures movie of the same title, which featured Olivia Newton-John and Gene Kelly. The opening performance will...

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Today in SCV History (April 27) 1971 - Tejon Ranch Co. allows Fire Dept. to torch the historic Hotel Lebec [story]	May 2-4: ‘Chicago’ On Stage at West Ranch High School In the Roaring ’20s in the big city, if there’s enough “razzle dazzle,” you just might get away with murder. That’s the premise of the hit musical “Chicago,” which has enjoyed success for nearly 50 years, and was based on true-crime stories of a century ago.	May 2: Annual Cal Arts Expo Open to the Public California Institute of the Arts will present the annual CalArts Expo on Saturday, May 2. The Expo is an institute-wide event featuring interdisciplinary creative work from the CalArts community, ranging from current students to internationally renowned faculty and alumni creators.	Saugus High Show Choir Captures Awards at Music Showcase Blue Heat, the Saugus High School show choir team, ended its competition season on April 12 with a first-place finish in the mixed division Tier IV at John Burroughs Music Showcase 2024 held in Burbank. The team also won the awards for Best Musicianship and Best Showmanship.	CalArts Honors Scholarship Donors at Nickelodeon Event Against a backdrop of cinematic magic at Nickelodeon Animation Studios in Burbank, California Institute of the Arts honored the transformative power that philanthropy has had in nurturing the dreams of CalArts students.	May 10: Two Classic One Act Comedies Open at The Main Two classic one-act comedies written by the late James McLure are coming to The Main in Old Town Newhall for a two-weekend run starting Friday, May 10.
$4.1 Million Grant Program for Small, Micro Businesses in L.A. County The Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity and the County Film Office, in partnership with Los Angeles County Board of Supervisor Chair Lindsey P. Horvath and Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger, unveiled a new $4.1 million grant program to provide relief to small and micro businesses affected by both COVID-19 and the 2023 Hollywood double strikes.	June 8: Saugus High Instrumental Music Program Rummage Sale Join the Saugus Instrumental Music Program at Saugus High School for a fun community event. Get ready, Santa Clarita, for an unforgettable morning of shopping, entertainment and support. The Saugus Instrumental Music Program Rummage Sale, where treasures abound and bargains await will be held Saturday, June 8, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.	May 11: Placerita Canyon Nature Center Open House The Placerita Canyon Nature Center Associates invite residents of the Santa Clarita Valley to the annual Placerita Canyon Nature Center Open House event to be held Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.	Today in SCV History (April 26) 1906 - Bobby Batugo, World Champion Mixologist in the 1970s, born in The Philippines [story]	South Fork Trail Construction to Begin April 29 Starting Monday, April 29, construction on the South Fork Trail will begin to replace a portion of the lodgepole fencing, the city of Santa Clarita announced.	COC Standout Sam Regez Signs with University of Portland College of the Canyons dual-sport athlete Sam Regez will continue his career at University of Portland with plans to run on both the cross country and track and field programs.
‘Changing Lenses’ Initiative Lends Voice to CSUN Film, TV Students An entertainment industry initiative to support the voices of California State University, Northridge film and TV students was celebrated with a recent screening of stories they created.	SCVEDC Delves into Santa Clarita Film, Tourism Impact How important is Film and Tourism to the Santa Clarita Valley Economy?	TMU Biology Students Earn Recognition at Annual Research Conference Earlier this month, a team of biology students at The Master’s University won a distinguished award at one of the oldest intercollegiate research conferences in the country.	TMU Women’s Basketball Coach to Resign Lisa Zamroz has announced her intent to step down as the head coach of The Master's University's women's basketball team effective July 1, 2024.	Cameron Smyth \| Spring Cleaning Your Neighborhood Spring heralds a time of renewal and rejuvenation, not just in the natural world, but within our homes and lives as well.	COC Names Gigi Garcia, Hannes Yngve Athletes of the Week College of the Canyons student-athletes Gigi Garcia (softball) and Hannes Yngve (men's golf) have been named the COC Athletic Department's Women's and Men's Student-Athletes of the Week for the period running April 15-20.
April 26-28: Community Weekend Returns to CalArts California Institute of the Arts' Community Weekend kicks off on Friday, April 26 and runs through Sunday, April 28.	May 16: Children’s Bureau Foster Care Orientation May is National Foster Parent Appreciation Month! Celebrate by applying to become a resource parent and fostering or foster-adopting siblings.	Newsom Appoints SCV Resident Veterans Home Administrator Santa Clarita resident Edina Lemus has been appointed Administrator of the Veterans Home of California in Lancaster by California Gov. Gavin Newsom.	Caltrans Announces SR-14 Lane Closures The California Department of Transportation has scheduled Lane Closures on the northbound and southbound State Route 14 between Technology Drive in Palmdale and Avenue A in Lancaster, closing up to three lanes.	Today in SCV History (April 25) 1906 - Bercaw General Store opens in Surrey (Saugus) [story]	State Superintendent Makes Historic Push for Results-Proven Training in Literacy, Math as Sponsor of SB 1115 State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond testified today in the Senate Education Committee about the need for results-proven training for all teachers of reading and math.