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1876 - 223-foot Soledad train tunnel completed; last tunnel on line linking L.A. & S.F. [story]
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July 30: Santa Clarita Library’s Summer Reading Program Finale
Wednesday, Jul 27, 2016

The Santa Clarita Public Library’s Summer Reading 2016 “Read for the Win” program invites readers to celebrate their reading victories by attending the Field Day Finale on Saturday, July 30 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Old Town Newhall Library, located at 24500 Main St. NOTE: The location has been...

Friends of Santa Clarita Libraries to Go ‘Dining for Dollars’
Tuesday, Apr 5, 2016

The Friends of Santa Clarita Public Library invites residents to support the Santa Clarita Public Library with the Dining for Dollars fundraiser at three local restaurants on Tuesday, April 12, 2016. Residents who dine at Cathy’s Deli, located at 23120 Lyons Avenue #24 and open from 7:00 a.m. – 3:00...

Library Card Design Contest for Children
Tuesday, Mar 15, 2016

This year is the Santa Clarita Public Library’s 5th Year Anniversary and to celebrate their five years of service and stories, the Library will be hosting a Children’s Art Library Card Contest. Children in grades K-6 are invited to create original artwork that illustrates the theme of “I Love My...

March 19: Illustrator to Demonstrate Techniques at Valencia Library

The Art of Illustrating with Our California’s Rafael López The Santa Clarita Public Library, with funding from the City of Santa Clarita’s Cultural Landscape initiative, invites you to a FREE demonstration of illustration techniques by award-winning illustrator of “Our California” Rafael...

Local Authors: Sign Up to Be Recognized
Thursday, Nov 12, 2015

The Santa Clarita Public Library, in partnership with the Friends of the Santa Clarita Public Library, are inviting local authors to apply online by Sunday, November 15, to be part of the third annual Celebration of Local Authors event happening on Saturday, January 16, 2016 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m....

Santa Clarita Library News & Events

9th Annual Family Literacy Festival Saturday, Nov. 14, 10 am – 2 pm Newhall Library Free family fun for everyone featuring STEAM activities. (STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math). Hands on projects at special hubs, Food trucks on site.  Free book giveaway for children...

Survive the Zombie Apocalypse: That & More at Santa Clarita Libraries
Thursday, Oct 1, 2015

Santa Clarita residents are invited to enjoy the fall season by participating in interactive, free programming offered at all Santa Clarita Public Library branches. In October, the library will include the following fall and Halloween-inspired activities: * Survival: Zombie Apocalypse Edition – From...

Starting Monday: Fall Storytime at Santa Clarita Libraries
Friday, Sep 11, 2015

Fall 2015 Storytimes returns to the Santa Clarita Public Library beginning the week of September 14 through to the week of November 20. No registration is necessary for any Storytimes, and residents are invited to begin attending any time during any session. These programs are designed to appeal to the...

Sept. 15: Mystery Author to Appear at Valencia Library
Thursday, Sep 10, 2015

The Santa Clarita Public Library invites residents to spend an evening with mystery/thriller writer April Smith, author of the “Ana Grey Mystery Series,” “Be The One,” and “A Star for Mrs. Blake.” The free event is sponsored and presented by the Friends of Santa Clarita Public Library and...

Santa Clarita Library News: Homework Help, Author Event
Wednesday, Sep 2, 2015

Homework Help @ Home 24/7 All you need is your free library card and an internet connection for access all day, all week to our online homework resources — including help from live tutors! Get available mobile apps for access on the run. Friends of the Library Free Author Event With April...

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1876 - 223-foot Soledad train tunnel completed; last tunnel on line linking L.A. & S.F. [story]
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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
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