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Celebrate National Volunteer Week in Santa Clarita, Become a Volunteer
Friday, Apr 15, 2022

Beginning Sunday, April 17, the city of Santa Clarita joins in the celebration of National Volunteer Week, recognizing the positive impact volunteers make in the community. Last year, the city had 3,312 volunteers who donated over 14,000 hours of their time to programs and projects throughout Santa Clarita....

April 9: Volunteers Needed for 2022 Neighborhood Cleanup Day
Monday, Mar 28, 2022

Residents are invited to volunteer at the 2022 Neighborhood Cleanup on Saturday, April 9, where participants can pick-up cleaning supplies from one of three drive-thru locations and remove litter in their local neighborhoods. This event is a valuable volunteer opportunity for residents to engage with...

Wildland Weed Warriors Needs Volunteers
Tuesday, Mar 22, 2022

Wildland Weed Warriors, under the supervision of Santa Clarita city staff, needs volunteers to help restore vital habitat near Golden Valley Ranch Open Space by removing weeds and planting native chaparral plants. Volunteers should bring work gloves. Optional tools to bring: shovel and/or stirrup hoe...

Local Trail Users Volunteer Group Assisting New Crest to Coast Trail
Thursday, Jan 27, 2022

The city of Santa Clarita is pleased to announce that the Santa Clarita Valley (SCV) Trail Users volunteer group will help build out a scenic portion of the new Crest to Coast Trail in Newhall. The SCV Trail Users will commence their work at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 29, at the Needham Ranch Open Space...

City Inviting Area Nonprofits to 2021 Nonprofit Symposium
Thursday, Oct 21, 2021

The city of Santa Clarita’s Volunteer Engagement Program is pleased to partner with the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Nonprofit Council and the SCV Nonprofit Leaders Network for the 2021 Nonprofit Symposium. Local nonprofits are invited to join this free half-day event on Wednesday,...

Santa Clarita’s Volunteer Engagement Program Earns National Recognition
Tuesday, Jul 20, 2021

The National Association of Volunteer Programs in Local Government (NAVPLG) awarded the city of Santa Clarita’s Volunteer Engagement Program the prestigious “Rising to Excellence Award” on June 23. This national award was presented to the City for their response to the COVID-19 pandemic...

Santa Clarita Volunteers Seek New Recruits for Spring Events
Monday, Feb 17, 2020

The army of Santa Clarita volunteers is looking for new recruits to help out during special events coming up in March and April. In 2019, 5,468 Santa Clarita volunteers contributed 53,621 hours of service, a value of $1.61 million, according to the city. Here’s a roundup of upcoming volunteering...

Santa Clarita Salutes City’s Nearly 5,500 Volunteers
Monday, Apr 8, 2019

The city of Santa Clarita is proud to recognize National Volunteer Week from April 7-13, and salute the total of 5,478 volunteers who gave 51,154 hours to the city in 2018 alone, valued at an estimated $1.5 million. Santa Clarita is fortunate to have so many community members who are dedicated to supporting...

City Calls for Volunteers for Aquatics Center, River Rally, Marathon
Monday, Jul 23, 2018

The city of Santa Clarita has several volunteer opportunities ahead and invites residents to sign up. Here’s a list of upcoming volunteer fun: Swim League Finals Volunteers will check in swimmers, time races and help with other duties. Saturday, August 4 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 11:15 a.m. –...

City Honors SCV Volunteers During National Volunteer Week
Wednesday, Apr 11, 2018

Volunteering is essential in any community, as volunteers dedicate their time and energy to support events and vital programs that benefit their neighbors. In celebration of National Volunteer Week, April 15-21, the city of Santa Clarita thanked the 5,124 volunteers who logged a combined 56,886 hours...

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State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond announced that the California State Board of Education approved $1.3 billion in community schools implementation grants today as proposed by the California Department of Education. 
State Superintendent Tony Thurmond Awards $1.3 Billion in State Board-Approved Community Schools Implementation Grants
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the following Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters. 
Ocean Water Warning For May 8
Bob’s Discount Furniture and the Los Angeles Rams announce a multi-year partnership, which will bring together like-minded organizations with a shared commitment to serving their local communities. 
Bob’s Discount Furniture and Los Angeles Rams Announce Partnership in Celebration of Community
The Valley Industry Association will host the annual VIA BASH with this year's theme of Color My World on Oct. 18
Oct. 18: Via Bash Returns with ‘Color My World’
L.A. County Library is deeply committed to the mental health and wellbeing of all its neighbors.
L.A. County Library Observes Mental Health Awareness Month with Programs Promoting Mental Health, Wellbeing
More than 96.3 billion gallons of stormwater were captured and stored within LA County’s reservoirs and delivered to spreading grounds for recharge of groundwater aquifers since Oct. 2023 when the storm season began.
L.A. County Ends Storm Season with 96.3 Billion Gallons of Captured Stormwater
More than 17.4 million Californians now have a REAL ID, an increase of 139,605 from April 2024 according to the Department of Motor Vehicles.
Californians Have One Year to Secure Their REAL ID Before Federal Enforcement Begins
Don’t miss out on Wednesday, May 8,  from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. when California State University, Northridge’s Center for the Interdisciplinary Pursuit of Hip-Hop Elevation & Research Symposium will feature live hip-hop performances, DJ’s, dancers, graffiti installations, food trucks, and more.
CSUN’s Inaugural CIPHER Symposium Returns to Soraya
The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce today announced the launch of its newest initiative, "The Voice(s) of Business" podcast in partnership with SCAN Media, LLC and 95Visual.
SCV Chamber Launches New Podcast: ‘The Voice(s) of Business’
1875 - John F. Powell, an Irish immigrant, becomes Justice of the Peace [story]
John F. Powell
The Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation in cooperation with Friends of Castaic Lake will host Bark in the Park on Saturday, June 8 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
June 8: Bark in the Park at Castaic Lake
California State Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo, D-Chatsworth, announced that 18 of her bills have successfully passed out of their respective Assembly policy committees, with most now moving to the Assembly Appropriations Committee.
Schiavo Announces Key Progress on Legislation Package
A 10-week Life Skills course underwritten by the Old West Masonic Lodge No. 813 in Newhall will be offered free to Santa Clarita Valley youth.
Free Life Skills Classes for SCV Youth
The Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency will hold a special board meeting on Monday, May 13 at 6 p.m. Board meetings have been temporarily relocated to the SCV Water Agency Training Room location at 23780 Pine St., Newhall, CA 91321.
May 13: SCV Water Holds Special Board Meeting
The 2024 California Institute of the Arts graduation ceremony will be held Friday, May 10 on the Valencia campus of CalArts. Honorary Degree recipients will include actor Keanu Reeves and director/writer/producer Gina Prince Bythewood.
May 10: Keanu Reeves, Gina Prince Bythewood CalArts Graduation Honorees
Graduation season is around the corner for the graduating seniors of the William S. Hart Union High School District.
Hart High School District Graduation Schedule
Members of the California Institute of the Arts community, industry representatives and friends and family journeyed to Los Angeles's Miracle Mile neighborhood to celebrate Character Animation students’ films at the 2024 Character Animation Producers’ Show.
CalArts 2024 Character Animation Producers’ Show
Princess Cruises, headquartered in Valencia, has announced it will return to San Juan, Puerto Rico after more than a decade, for a season of Southern Caribbean cruises onboard Grand Princess, from October 2025 through March 2026.
Princess Cruises Announces Return to San Juan, Puerto Rico
Join the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce Wednesday, May 15, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., for the monthly After Hours Mixer, an evening of networking and fun at Chronic Tacos.
May 15: SCV Chamber After Hours Mixer at Chronic Tacos
Get ready to level up your small business game. The next Los Angeles Region Small Business Summit will be held Thursday, May 9 and features Supervisor Lindsey Horvath, Los Angeles County Team Department of Economic Opportuntiy, city of Los Angeles and partners at Mission College in Sylmar.
May 9: Free Small Business Summit at Mission College
College of the Canyons has captured the 3C2A Southern California Regional Championship, the ninth in program history, after turning its opening round lead into a four-stroke advantage over runner-up Cypress College on Monday, May 6 at Rio Bravo Country Club.
COC Men’s Golf Wins SoCal Title, Advances to State Championship
When every second counts, blood products can provide lifesaving care. The American Red Cross asks the public to give blood or platelets during Trauma Awareness Month in May to keep hospitals prepared for all transfusion needs, including emergencies.
May is Trauma Awareness Month, Blood, Platelet Donors Needed
The city of Santa Clarita has announced the pickleball courts at Bouquet Canyon Park will be closed on Wednesday, May 8, for necessary maintenance on the windscreens.
May 8: Bouquet Canyon Park Pickleball Courts Closed for Maintenance
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