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1946, 11:20pm: William S. Hart, 81, dies at L.A.'s California Lutheran Hospital, leaving his Newhall estate and his (now West) Hollywood home to the public [story]

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March 2: HOPE Theatre Arts Presents ‘Astronaut Bootcamp’

Monday, Feb 3, 2025

HOPE Theatre Arts in partnership with Friends of the Santa Clarita Public Library will present “Astronaut Bootcamp”, a free storytime event, 2-3 p.m. Sunday, March 2 at Valencia Public Library Community Room, 23743 W. Valencia Blvd., Valencia, Ca 91355. A cast of professional actors will...

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Hope Theatre Arts Presents ‘Yellow Face’ at The Main

Tuesday, Nov 5, 2024

The MAIN and Hope Theatre Arts presents “Yellow Face” from the mind of Obi and Tony Award-winning playwright David Henry Hwang, beginning the weekend of Nov.15-17 at the MAIN, 24266 Main St., Santa Clarita, CA 91321. “Yellow Face” is a bold, sharp-witted exploration of identity, culture...

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March 16: ‘Astronaut School’ HOPE Theatre Arts Storytime

Tuesday, Mar 12, 2024

Embark on a galactic journey when HOPE Theatre Arts presents “Astronaut School!,” a free Storytime event for kids and their adults. “Astronaut School!” is the third in a series of space-themed Storytimes presented by HOPE where a captivating story is paired with child-friendly activities. Headlining...

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Feb. 2-4: ‘Rev’ on Stage at Curtain Call Performing Arts

Friday, Jan 26, 2024

Hope Theatre Arts will present “Rev” live onstage at Canyon Country’s Curtain Call Performing Arts Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 2, 3 and 4. “Rev,” a theatrical work by playwright Rachel Bykowski, delves into the intricacies of human relationships and the complexities of love, loss and...

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Nov. 7: HOPE Theatre Arts to Present Live Storytime Event in Canyon Country

Tuesday, Oct 19, 2021

HOPE Theatre Arts announced a live, in-person and free storytime event on Sunday, Nov. 7, at 2:30 p.m. at The Open Book in Canyon Country. About HOPE’s Storytime Event: With stories for the young and the young at heart, HOPE is pleased to present three stories: – Thank You, Sarah – The Woman...

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April 8, 10 & 11: ‘The Amish Project’ to be Staged at The Main

Monday, Feb 24, 2020

HOPE Theatre Arts will stage four performances of “The Amish Project,” written by Jessica Dickey, at The Main in Old Town Newhall on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, April 8, 10 and 11. The performances are set for Wednesday, April 8, at 7 p.m., Friday, April 10, at 8 p.m., and Saturday,...

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Today in SCV History (June 23) 1946, 11:20pm: William S. Hart, 81, dies at L.A.'s California Lutheran Hospital, leaving his Newhall estate and his (now West) Hollywood home to the public [story]	Today in SCV History (June 22) 1972 - Vasquez Rocks added to National Register of Historic Places [list]	June 25: Agua Dulce Women’s Club Community Blood Drive The Agua Dulce Women's Club Community Blood Drive will be held Wednesday, June 25, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. at 33201 Agua Dulce Canyon Road, Agua Dulce, CA 91390.	June 24: Saugus Union School District Board Regular Meeting The regular meeting of the Saugus Union School District Governing Board of Trustees will be held Tuesday, June 24 beginning at 6:40 p.m. The board will first meet in closed session at 5:30 p.m.	Today in SCV History (June 21) 1941 - Ernie Hickson buys out Trem Carr's interest in their Monogram movie ranch, renames it "Placeritos" (later called Melody) [story]	June 25: COC Board to Conduct Self-Evaluation Retreat The Santa Clarita Community College District Board of Trustees will hold a meeting Wednesday, June 25, beginning with a closed session at 2:30 p.m. The open session begins at 5 p.m.
SCV Food Pantry to Receive $30K ‘Makeover’ from Albertsons The Santa Clarita Valley Food Pantry, the longest-running and largest food assistance organization in the SCV, has been selected by Albertsons Companies to receive a $30,000 makeover grant.	June 21: Sam Dixon Cornhole Tournament at Lucky Luke Brewing The Samuel Dixon Family Health Center invites the community to the Third Annual Cornhole Tournament on Saturday, June 21 at 11 a.m. at Lucky Luke Brewing Company.	Performers Sought for Annual L.A. County Holiday Celebration Calling all Los Angeles County artists and performers. If you're part of a dance, music, vocal, musical theater or circus group, you are encouraged to apply to be part of the 66th Annual L.A. County Holiday Celebration.	June 26: CUSD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting The Castaic Union School District Governing Board will hold its regular meeting Thursday, June 26 at 6 p.m. The board will first meet in closed session at 5 p.m.	June 28: Amateur Ham Radio National Field Day at Acton Park Amateur Ham Radio National Field Day will be held Saturday, June 28, at Acton Park, noon to 9 p.m.	June 27-29: Matchbox Theatre to Present ‘World Builders’ at The MAIN For one weekend only, Matchbox Theatre Co. is bringing its inaugural production of Johnna Adams’ "World Builders" to The MAIN.
June 29: Pride Outside at Vasquez Rocks Vasquez Rocks Natural Area will host its "Pride Outside," event 4-7 p.m. Sunday, June 29.	June 23-27: Castaic Area I-5 Lane Closures Caltrans has announced overnight lane reductions are scheduled on northbound and southbound Interstate 5 (I-5) south of Templin Highway starting Monday, June 23 for pavement rehabilitation.	June 23: Watershed Area Steering Committee Meeting	Today in SCV History (June 20) 2002 - "Legacy: Santa Clarita's Living History" series debuts on SCVTV with "Placerita Gold" episode [watch]	Pioneer Oil Refinery Park Opens to the Public in Newhall The Pioneer Oil Refinery off of Pine Street in Newhall was built in 1877 by California Star Oil works, forming the foundation for the West Coast oil industry. Benzene and kerosene were the main products made in the refinery and were later sold locally in Ventura and Santa Barbara.	June 21: Sip into Summer Bar Crawl On Main Street Old Town Newhall will host a "Sip into Summer" Bar Crawl, 8 p.m. Saturday, June 21 on Main Street.
Suzette Martinez Valladares \| Report from the State Senate I wanted to share a quick legislative update from Sacramento. We recently reached the deadline to send bills from the Senate to the Assembly in order to continue moving them through the legislative process this session.	Santa Clarita Volunteer Youth Basketball Coaches Needed The city of Santa Clarita is seeking Youth Basketball Coaches for the 2025 summer season.	Santa Clarita Hiring for Positions at Hart Park Love the outdoors? Passionate about community programs? The city of Santa Clarita is hiring part-time Recreation Leaders to help bring events, camps and nature programs to life at William S. Hart Park.	June 28: Harley-Davidson Santa Clarita Suspension Workshop Harley-Davidson Santa Clarita will host a performance suspension workshop, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, June 28 with a Q and A with experts from OHLINS Factory.	CalArts Named One of ‘The Hollywood Reporter’s’ Top Animation Schools for 2025 California Institute of the Arts was recently named in The Hollywood Reporter’s inaugural Top Animation Schools list for 2025.	ARTree, Santa Clarita Library Seeks Volunteers for Bottle Cap Mural ARTree Community Arts Center in collaboration with Santa Clarita Public Library are seeking teen volunteers to help create a bottle cap mural.