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Aug. 15: Morning Bird Hike in Towsley Canyon
Monday, Aug 10, 2015

Join the Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority on Saturday, Aug. 15, at 8 a.m. for an early morning bird hike at Ed Davis Park in Towsley Canyon. Ed Davis Park in Towsley Canyon is named for former State Senator Ed Davis, who championed the preservation of Towsley Canyon. The park offers...

May 16: MRCA Bird Hike in Towsley Canyon
Thursday, May 14, 2015

8am – Busy Birds of May Ed Davis Park in Towsley Canyon May is a busy month for birds; time for the youngsters to test their wings and leave the nest. Beginning birders are welcome. Binoculars optional. Meet at Towsley Canyon’s front parking lot. 2 hours.

April 18: Morning Bird Hike in Towsley
Monday, Apr 13, 2015

Saturday, April 18 at 8am – Early Morning Bird Hike [Ed Davis Park in Towsley Canyon] Spring is in full bloom and is the perfect time to discover which birds live and feed in our local mountains. Beginning birders are welcome. Binoculars optional for this easy walk. Meet at Towsley Canyon’s...

Newhall Family Honored with COC Silver Spur
Sunday, Apr 12, 2015

The descendants of Henry Mayo Newhall and their family foundation were the center of attention Saturday night at the Autry National Center in Los Angeles as they were honored by College of the Canyons and its foundation with the 2015 COC Silver Spur Award for Community Service. Now in its 25th year,...

March 21: Bird Hike in Towsley Canyon
Tuesday, Mar 17, 2015

8am – Friendly Flyers Ed Davis Park in Towsley Canyon Are there ways that we can be more “friendly” to the birds around us? Learn about our region’s birds and how our behavior can sometimes affect theirs. Beginners are welcome on this easy walk. Binoculars optional. Meet at Towsley...

Feb. 21: MRCA Bird Hike in Towsley Canyon
Monday, Feb 16, 2015

Winter Weather and Bird Behavior Saturday, Feb. 21, 8 a.m. Towsley Canyon   On the coldest days of the year, birds adapt to keep warm in many ways. Learn about some of the behavioral changes that take place. Beginners are welcome. Binoculars optional. Meet at Towsley Canyon’s front parking...

Jan. 17: MRCA Winter Bird Hike at Towsley
Thursday, Jan 15, 2015

Saturday, January 17, 2015, 8AM Up, Up, and Away Ed Davis Park in Towsley Canyon   Along with the weather changes, find out which birds leave our region, and which birds migrate in for a visit. Beginners are welcome on this easy walk. Binoculars optional. Meet at Towsley Canyon’s front parking...

Saturday: MRCA Bird Hike in Towsley Canyon
Monday, Dec 15, 2014

8am – Bird Holiday Habits / MRCA Ed Davis Park in Towsley Canyon   Right in time for many local holiday bird counting festivities, discover the variety of bird families around us, how they interact and their habitats. Beginners are welcome on this easy walk. Binoculars optional. Meet at...

Saturday: Autumn Bird Hike in Towsley Canyon
Thursday, Nov 13, 2014

Spotted towhee in Newhall. Photo: Leon Worden What’s Up in Autumn? Towsley Canyon SATURDAY, NOV. 15, 8AM MRCA Bird Hike   What birds will be discovered up in the autumn skies? Learn about which species live and pass through our region. Beginners are welcome. Binoculars optional. Meet at...

Oct. 18: MRCA Bird Hike in Santa Clarita Woodlands
Wednesday, Oct 15, 2014

8am, Fall’s Feathered Friends Santa Clarita Woodlands   Summer has officially ended and as the seasons change, discover how birds adapt to the weather in our local mountains. Beginners are welcome on this easy walk. Binoculars optional. Meet at Towsley Canyon’s front parking lot Saturday...

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1851 - San Fernando-San Francisquito-Eliz. Lake Roads become public highways [story]
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1978 - Concert scene for "KISS Meets the Phantom of the Park" filmed at Magic Mountain [story]
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The annual Santa Clarita Valley Memorial Day Ceremony will be held Monday, May 26, 10 a.m. at Eternal Valley Memorial Park, in Newhall.
May 26: Annual Memorial Day Tribute at Eternal Valley Memorial Park
California State Parks is honoring the service of veterans and active and reserve military members by offering free admission to 142 participating state park units on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26.
State Parks Offer Free Admission on Memorial Day to Members of the Military
1993 - Dale Poe, 61, developer of Stevenson Ranch, killed in car crash [story]
Stevenson Ranch fountain
The regular meeting of the Saugus Union School District Governing Board of Trustees will be held Tuesday, May 20 beginning at 6:30 p.m. The board will first meet in closed session at 5:30 p.m.
May 20: Saugus School Board Regular Meeting
The Los Angeles Dodgers Neighborhood Camps return to the Santa Clarita Valley Monday-Wednesday, July 14-16. These baseball and softball camps offer young athletes the opportunity to have fun, learn new skills and grow within the community.
July 14-16: Sign up Now for Dodgers Youth Baseball, Softball Camps
Get ready for an unforgettable night of cars, music, food and community spirit at WiSH Education Foundation’s Third Annual WiSH Upon A Car Showcase. This highly anticipated event will be held on Saturday, May 31 and needs volunteers for a variety of positions.
May 31: Wish Upon a Car Showcase Fundraiser Seeks Volunteers
Despite a devastating wildfire season that destroyed thousands of homes and scorched wide swaths of Altadena, Pacific Palisades and Malibu, Los Angeles County Assessor Jeff Prang released the May 15 Forecast for the 2025 Assessment Roll, projecting a 3.25% increase in taxable property values over 2024.
L.A. County Property Values Top $2 Trillion
On Wednesday, May 14, Governor Gavin Newsom announced a proposal to eliminate costly red tape and litigious delays for the Delta Conveyance Project while maintaining environmental protections. 
SCV Water Board | Support for Streamlined Delta Conveyance Project Approvals
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Assistant Sheriff Jason Skeen kicked off the 50th Annual Memorial Torch Relay Run on Friday, May 16 at 10 a.m. on the front steps of the Hall of Justice in downtown Los Angeles.
LASD 50th Annual Memorial Torch Relay Run Honors Fallen Officers
The Castaic Union School District has announced the Castaic Middle School Spring Music Showcase will be held 5-7 p.m., Thursday, May 29 at Castaic Middle School.
May 29: Castaic Middle School Presents ‘Spring Music Showcase’
The city of Santa Clarita is rolling out the big screen once again for City Cinemas, presented by Henry Rodriguez State Farm, beginning Friday, June 27.
City Cinemas Returns in June with Blockbuster Lineup
The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, May 20, at 6 p.m., in City Hall Council Chambers. The commission will hold a public hearing on the Newhall Avenue Mixed Use Project, consisting of 106 multifamily units and 4,000 square feet of commercial floor area.
May 20: Planning Commission Holds Hearing on Newhall Avenue Project
The Master's men's golf team member Jonathan Larson has been named one of five finalists for the 2025 NAIA Jack Nicklaus National Player of the Year Award presented by Workday.
TMU’s Jonathan Larson is Finalist for Nicklaus Award
The city of Santa Clarita presents its newest art exhibition, “Beyond the Desk,” on view now through Wednesday, Aug. 20, in the First Floor Gallery at City Hall.
‘Beyond the Desk’ Art Exhibit at City Hall First Floor Gallery
U.S. Rep. George Whitesides, D-Agua Dulce, has announced the 2025 Congressional Art Competition winners for the 27th California Congressional District.
West Ranch Student Captures First Place in District Congressional Art Competition
Mission Opera, the Santa Clarita Valley’s opera company, will close its seventh season with the timeless opera "Tosca" by Giacomo Puccini.
June 13-15: Mission Opera Presents Puccini’s Iconic Tragedy ‘Tosca’
1938 - Brand-new Lockheed transport plane crashes in Agua Dulce; all 9 perish including 2 infants [story]
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The Los Angeles Dodgers trace their roots back to Brooklyn, New York, where they joined the National League in 1890.
Laurene Weste | Santa Clarita’s Decades-Long History with the Los Angeles Dodgers
Child & Family Center, in partnership with city of Santa Clarita’s Drug-Free Youth, invites local youth ages 11–17 to “Power Up” this summer with a free, high-energy event Friday, June 20, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at MB2 Entertainment in Santa Clarita.
June 20: Child & Family Center ‘Power Up’ Youth Event
Step back in time and experience the magic of early Hollywood at the Newhallywood Silent Film Festival Friday, May 23 through Sunday, May 25, at the Newhall Family Theatre and The MAIN in Old Town Newhall.
May 23-25: The Newhallywood Silent Film Festival
The Dumas-Stenson Thespians will present its production of "Connie" Thursday, June 12 through Sunday, June 15 at The MAIN.
June 12-15: ‘Connie’ at The MAIN
The community is invited to help local students in need as the 2025 Backpack Drive kicks off at the May Business After Hours Mixer, hosted by the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce.
Backpack Drive for Students in Need Donations Accepted Through July 31
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