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1906 - Bobby Batugo, World Champion Mixologist in the 1970s, born in The Philippines [story]
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Jan. 20-21: Junior Roller Derby, Blood Drive
Thursday, Jan 18, 2024

Los Anarchists Junior Derby and Cedars Sinai are teaming up for their fifth annual junior roller derby tournament and blood drive at Santa Clarita Studios Saturday, Jan. 20 – Sunday, Jan. 21. The roller derby bouts will be sanctioned by the Junior Roller Derby Association and will feature some...

Blackhall, Now Shadowbox, Secures Studio Financing
Tuesday, Jun 14, 2022

Click on photo to enlarge map. Blackhall, now known as Shadowbox Studios, a premium operator of purpose-built soundstage facilities, announced Tuesday a strategic investment from Silver Lake, the global leader in technology investing. The investment includes a capital commitment of $500 million that...

EDC Offers Virtual Tour of SCV Soundstages, Studios, Movie Ranches
Saturday, Mar 26, 2022

The Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation is offering a look at the SCV’s extensive inventory of soundstages, studios and movie ranches via a new virtual tour. There are more than a dozen “stops” on the new virtual tour including Santa Clarita Studios, Veluzat Motion...

March 14: Bruce Fortine to be Honored in COC Silver Spur Celebration
Monday, Dec 9, 2019

The College of the Canyons Foundation has announced that the 2020 Silver Spur Celebration honoring Bruce Fortine (pictured) will take place on Saturday, March 14, 2020, at Santa Clarita Studios. “I am honored to host this year’s Silver Spur Celebration at the Santa Clarita Studios,” said Mike DeLorenzo,...

McLean, Smith, Execs Take ‘Film Information Tour’
Friday, Jul 26, 2019

Mayor Marsha McLean joined California State Assemblywoman Christy Smith (D-Santa Clarita), State of California Film Commission Executive Director Colleen Bell and Deputy Director Eve Honthaner for a Santa Clarita “film information tour” on Wednesday. McLean and the Santa Clarita City Council...

‘Goliath,’ ‘NCIS,’ ‘Animal Kingdom’ Now Filming in SCV
Monday, Feb 4, 2019

Here is the list of what is currently filming in the Santa Clarita Valley for the week of Feb. 4 – Feb. 10, 2019: Filming this week includes: – NK Olypcs– Commercial – Strawberry – Commercial – Cosha TG – music video – “Goliath” – Television Show –...

Santa Clarita Studios Leases 109K-Square Foot Industrial Building
Wednesday, Jan 16, 2019

Santa Clarita Studios, an independent studio operator, has leased a 109,379 square-foot industrial building in Valencia, CBRE announced Wednesday. The commercial real estate and investment services firm’s Craig Peters and Sam Glendon represented the tenant. The property, located at 28210 Avenue...

Santa Clarita Studios Scores ABC Show, Debuts New Production Offices
Friday, Feb 23, 2018

Santa Clarita Studios debuted their new production offices to industry peers, business leaders and public officials on Friday. Designed for executives, production and post-production teams, these 68 state-of-the-art office spaces are supported by nine kitchenettes and three multi-purpose rooms. Santa...

Calgrove Media Inks ‘Popchuck Chronicles’ Movie Deal with Jet Jurgensmeyer
Monday, Jun 12, 2017

SANTA CLARITA – Calgrove Media has acquired the film rights to “The Popchuck Chronicles,” a three-part Canadian book series by Paul Toffanello, with actor Jet Jurgensmeyer (“Legends of the Hidden Temple,” “Adventures in Babysitting”) attached to play the 12-yr-old...

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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
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 April 24
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