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1870 - Armantha Thibaudeau, community leader during early 20th Century and co-founder of chamber of commerce, born in Kentucky [story]
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LOCAL ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Aug 21: Santa Clarita Artists Association to Feature Mike Hernandez Gouache Demo at Barnes and Noble
Wednesday, Aug 2, 2023

Santa Clarita Artists Association will feature Mike Hernandez and his works at its new location. Hernandez is a plein air painter skilled in gouache, oil and acrylic. Join SCAA  Monday, Aug. 21 at the new location, Barnes and Noble Books for the monthly meeting free to the public from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. A...

Jan. 7: “Wishful Thinking” Exhibit at the SCAA Gallery
Tuesday, Jan 3, 2023

Santa Clarita Artists Association announced their new exhibit entitled “Wishful Thinking” debuting later this month. Featured art will be positive and reflect optimism, i.e., hopes and dreams for the future, either personal or universal.  The art pieces will be on display from Jan. 7, 2023  until...

CSUN Art Galleries Celebrates 40 Decades of ‘Blinky The Friendly Hen’
Wednesday, Feb 6, 2019

California State University, Northridge is celebrating the 40th anniversary of “Blinky the Friendly Hen,” a satirical show of thought-provoking artwork by artist and alumnus Jeffrey Vallance, with an exhibition in CSUN’s Art Galleries that runs through March 16. The exhibition features work from...

Artist Idelle Tyzbir to Showcase Painting in SCAA Show
Wednesday, May 10, 2017

Idelle Tyzbir will be part of the 2017 Topanga Canyon Gallery Studio Tour. Pre-sale tickets are $15.00 per person, $20.00 on the day. You receive a map of all of the artists locations and can view one piece of from artist’s artwork in the gallery before you drive all through Topanga Canyon. The...

June 3-4: SCAA Artists to Exhibit at Oakmont Senior Living
Monday, May 8, 2017

June 3 through 4, 2017, 20 artists from Santa Clarita Artists Association will exhibit at Oakmont Senior Living lobby and courtyard. Guitarist Steven Gudino will entertain on Saturday and Balladeer CKay Walker on Sunday. Gourmet appetizers, pastries and drinks will be served all day, from 11:00 am through...

‘Seasoned Artist’ Exhibit to Debut at Canyon Country Library

“Seasoned Artist,” an art exhibit featuring paintings created by Santa Clarita artists over 60 years old, will soon be on display for residents and visitors to enjoy. The exhibit will be open from May 19 to September 20, 2017, at Canyon Country Jo Anne Darcy Library, located at 18601 Soledad...

May 18:  Reception Welcomes Climate Change Themed Art Exhibit to The MAIN
Monday, May 1, 2017

Abstract aerosol dreamscapes will line the walls of the art gallery in The MAIN in Old Town Newhall during the month of May. The dreamy colorful pieces are part of the new exhibit called “Climate Change,” featuring paintings by Los Angeles based painter, muralist and designer, Sart. The exhibit...

SCV Arts Upcoming Events
Monday, Apr 24, 2017

Apr 26, 2017: Western Stars and Historical Figures Exhibit Reception at Old Town Newhall Library Apr 26, 2017 6:00 p.m. Please join the City of Santa Clarita’s City Council, Arts Commission, and Arts and Events Office on Wednesday, April 26, 2017, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m., at the Old Town Newhall...

May 18: SCAA Hosts Fine Art Reception at Gallery
Monday, Apr 17, 2017

A reception will be on Thursday, May 18, 5:00 to 10:00 p.m., in conjunction with Senses on Main Street and free to the public. Meet the artists and enjoy live art demonstrations, music, wine, and nibbles. The Gallery is located at 22508 6th St. between Railroad and Main. Show dates will run from Thursday,...

CSUN Art Gallery Shares Students’ Creative Visions
Thursday, Apr 13, 2017

The Annual Juried Art Student Exhibition will be on display from April 7-26 at California State University, Northridge’s Art Galleries. The exhibition will showcase work from CSUN’s undergraduate and graduate art students in the Main Gallery. Around 305 works were submitted to this year’s exhibition;...

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The city of Santa Clarita is now accepting short poem entries for the Sidewalk Poetry Project from residents and individuals with connections or ties to Santa Clarita.
Sidewalk Poetry 2025 Submissions Now Being Accepted
Returning for a fourth year, the “Fringe of the Woods Festival” will again be held Aug. 9-11 at the Mile High Theater in Lake of the Woods/Frazier Park.
Aug. 9-11: ‘Fringe of the Woods Festival’ in Frazier Park
The Val Verde Historical Society will host Back to Val Verde for Val Verde's 100! on Saturday, Aug. 31 at 11 a.m. This all day picnic and celebration will feature food, music, games and raffles.
Aug. 31: Back to Val Verde for Val Verde’s 100!
Can you help us identify these thieves? The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station is seeking the public's help in identifying two grand theft suspects. On June 22 two suspects stole a white 2019 Toyota Tacoma tailgate from a vehicle in Valencia.
SCV Sheriff’s Station Seeks Public’s Help
The city of Santa Clarita and DrinkPAK! are seeking talented creators for Maker's Marketplace, a curated shopping experience at the city's largest holiday event, Light Up Main Street.
City Seeking Artisans for Light Up Main Street
Outgoing Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Foundation President Gloria Mercdo-Fortine recently received high praise for her tenure as president of the foundation for the past four years.
SCV Sheriff’s Foundation Celebrates Gloria Mercado-Fortine
Here we are at the end of July and preparations for the fall season are already underway at most of our member schools. As is the case most every year, school administration and athletic faculty should be aware and ready to immediately implement the rule changes enacted the previous year.
Mike West | Message From the CIF-SS Commissioner
The California Department of Transportation announced the southbound Interstate 5 will be reduced to one or two lanes from two miles north of Templin Highway (near the Whitaker Sand Shed) north of Castaic to Lake Hughes Road overnights Monday, July 29 through Friday, Aug. 2 for paving work.
July 29-Aug. 2: Caltrans I-5 Lane Closures Near Castaic to Continue
1870 - Armantha Thibaudeau, community leader during early 20th Century and co-founder of chamber of commerce, born in Kentucky [story]
Armantha Thibaudeau
The Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation announced earlier this month that Jey Wagner stepped down from his role as president and CEO effective July 8, 2024.
SCVEDC Seeking Candidates for President, CEO
(CN) — The California Supreme Court on Thursday rebuffed a union-backed challenge to the voter-approved law that exempts app-based drivers working for companies such as Uber, Lyft and DoorDash from being classified as employees rather than independent contractors under the state's labor code.
Rideshare Drivers to Remain Independent Contractors
Daniel Rush has been named the head coach for The Master's University's cross country and track & field teams.
TMU Names Daniel Rush Mustangs XCTF Head Coach
Nothing says Santa Clarita like our beautiful mountains, pristine parks, paseos meandering through our neighborhoods, lush trees and amenities for residents of all ages.
Jason Gibbs | Santa Clarita’s New, Upcoming Projects
"Inside Out 2," the sequel to Pixar’s 2015 hit, is taking the worldwide box office by storm.
CalArtians Help Propel ‘Inside Out 2’ to Highest-Grossing Animated Film
In honor of World Suicide Prevention Day, the second annual "Game. Set. Hope. Charity Tennis Tournament" will be held Saturday, Sept. 7, beginning 9:30 a.m., at the West Ranch High School tennis courts.
Sept. 7: ‘Game. Set. Hope.’ Tennis Tourney Benefiting Mental Health Awareness
Building on California’s ongoing work and unprecedented investments to address the decades-long issue of homelessness, California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an executive order Thursday ordering state agencies and departments to adopt clear policies that urgently address homeless encampments while  respecting the dignity and well-being of all Californians.
Newsom Issues Executive Order to Clear Homeless Encampments
1915 - Pioneer Juan Batista Suraco buried in a family graveyard, currently unmarked, in Bouquet Canyon near Benz Road [story]
Suraco family
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters:
Ocean Water Warning for July 24
The Los Angeles County Departments of Mental Health and Public Health have centralized access to mental health and substance use services into one 24/7 call center at (800) 854-7771.
County Revamps Help Line for Mental Health, Overdose Services
Adopt a Pet and help the Castaic Animal Shelter "Clear the Shelter" with their kick-off Party on Aug. 10. 
Aug. 10:  ‘Clear the Shelter’ Party for Animal Adoption Month
The Santa Clarita Valley Water Engineering and Operations Committee will hold a meeting Thursday, Aug 1, at 5:30 p.m., in the Engineering Services Section Boardroom, 26521 Summit Circle in Santa Clarita.
Aug. 1: SCV Water’s Engineering and Operations Committee Meeting
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