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


LOCAL ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Feb. 13: Artist Pete Morris Demonstrating ‘Watercolor on Mineral Paper’ at The MAIN
Monday, Jan 23, 2023

Artist Pete Morris will be demonstrating “Watercolor On Mineral Paper” Monday, Feb. 13, from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., at The MAIN Theater. Morris is an urban street painter and art teacher. The MAIN is located at 24266 Main Street in Newhall. This free demo is available to all. Morris...

April 30: SCAA Hosting Spring Festival, Art Sale at Le Chene
Monday, Jan 16, 2023

Members of the Santa Clarita Artists Association will be holding a spring festival in the garden at Le Chene French Cuisine on Sunday, April 30. Dozens of artists will be displaying their original artwork free of charge for the free public’s viewing enjoyment. All art will be offered for sale, which...

SCAA Now Accepting Executive Board Nominations
Monday, Nov 21, 2022

Nominations are now being accepted for the Santa Clarita Artists Association Executive Board. If you are interested in running for office, volunteering for a Board position, or have any questions please contact Kathy Gonzales at kathy@urbanartistdesigns.com. A reminder that voting for president, vice-president,...

Artist Cathy Michelle Isaacs Announces New Exhibit

Artist Cathy Michelle Isaacs. Santa Clarita Artists Association new member, Cathy Michelle Isaacs, announces her new exhibit entitled “Pouring My Heart Out.” A free reception will be on Saturday, Dec. 3, from 2 p.m. – 5 p.m., at the Canyon Theatre Guild lobby. The show will run from Nov. 22...

SCAA Releases Statement Regarding Cancellation of 2022 Art Classic
Tuesday, Nov 8, 2022

The Santa Clarita Artists Association’s annual Art Classic will not take place in 2022. SCAA’s full message below. Art Classic Update “SCAA Members and Patrons, “Due to space availability and high costs for facilities the SCAA Board voted not to have our Annual Art Classic in...

Jan. 23: Artist Vickie Pellouchoud to Demonstrate Oil at SCAA

Artist Vickie Pellouchoud. Artist Vickie Pellouchoud will demonstrate oil at the Jan. 23, 2023 meeting of the Santa Clarita Artists Association. This demo will be live at The Main theatre, which is located at 24266 Main Street in Newhall. The event will be open and free to all, from 6:30 p.m. –...

‘S.W.A.T’ to Feature SCAA Mural in Old Town Newhall
Tuesday, Oct 25, 2022

The Santa Clarita Artists Association’s colorful wall mural on its gallery building at 22508 6th Street in Old Town Newhall will be featured in the CBS television show “S.W.A.T.” SCAA was awarded $1,000 for the use of the image. The mural was painted on the side of the SCAA Gallery...

Oct. 14: Santa Clarita Artists Association ‘Inside Out’ Art Exhibit
Monday, Oct 10, 2022

The Santa Clarita Artists Association announces a new exhibit “Inside Out,” depicting art that expresses feelings, emotions, fears, dreams, or the inside of things like flowers, animals, etc. Show dates run from Oct. 14 to Nov. 20, with a free reception on Friday, Oct. 14, from 5 p.m. – 8...

Santa Clarita Artists Association Needs Immediate Help Writing Grants
Friday, Oct 7, 2022

Each year the Santa Clarita Artists Association applies for several state and local art grants. The money received from these grants helps support the SCAA Gallery with the $1,000 monthly rent, storage unit $350 rent, as well as provide for professional artists’ speaker fees at free general meetings...

SCAA Announces New Exhibit, ‘The Great Outdoors’
Thursday, Sep 1, 2022

The Santa Clarita Artists Association announces new exhibit entitled “The Great Outdoors,” depicting art that express things done outside, and objects or places in the wilderness. The show us currently running through Sunday, Sept. 25. Exhibitors are: Rene Smoller ‘House and Poppies’...

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1971 - Tejon Ranch Co. allows Fire Dept. to torch the historic Hotel Lebec [story]
Lebec Hotel fire
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 2-4: ‘Chicago’ On Stage at West Ranch High School
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.
May 2: Annual Cal Arts Expo Open to the Public
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.
Saugus High Show Choir Captures Awards at Music Showcase
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.
CalArts Honors Scholarship Donors at Nickelodeon Event
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.
May 10: Two Classic One Act Comedies Open at The Main
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.
$4.1 Million Grant Program for Small, Micro Businesses in L.A. County
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.
June 8: Saugus High Instrumental Music Program Rummage Sale
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.
May 11: Placerita Canyon Nature Center Open House
1906 - Bobby Batugo, World Champion Mixologist in the 1970s, born in The Philippines [story]
Bobby Batugo
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.
South Fork Trail Construction to Begin April 29
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.
COC Standout Sam Regez Signs with University of Portland
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. 
‘Changing Lenses’ Initiative Lends Voice to CSUN Film, TV Students
How important is Film and Tourism to the Santa Clarita Valley Economy? 
SCVEDC Delves into Santa Clarita Film, Tourism Impact
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 Biology Students Earn Recognition at Annual Research Conference
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.
TMU Women’s Basketball Coach to Resign
Spring heralds a time of renewal and rejuvenation, not just in the natural world, but within our homes and lives as well.
Cameron Smyth | Spring Cleaning Your Neighborhood
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.
COC Names Gigi Garcia, Hannes Yngve Athletes of the Week
California Institute of the Arts' Community Weekend kicks off on Friday, April 26 and runs through Sunday, April 28.
April 26-28: Community Weekend Returns to CalArts
May is National Foster Parent Appreciation Month! Celebrate by applying to become a resource parent and fostering or foster-adopting siblings.
May 16: Children’s Bureau Foster Care Orientation
Santa Clarita resident Edina Lemus has been appointed Administrator of the Veterans Home of California in Lancaster by California Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Newsom Appoints SCV Resident Veterans Home Administrator
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.
Caltrans Announces SR-14 Lane Closures
1906 - Bercaw General Store opens in Surrey (Saugus) [story]
Bercaw Store
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.
State Superintendent Makes Historic Push for Results-Proven Training in Literacy, Math as Sponsor of SB 1115
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