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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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City Libraries Launching Teen Advisory Board, Grades 7-12
Monday, Aug 17, 2015

Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to make their voice heard and help shape teen library services and programs provided by the Santa Clarita Public Library by joining a local Teen Advisory Board group. To join, an application form must be completed and submitted at the library branch of their choice....

City Libraries to Host Book Bag Sale, 2 Author Events
Monday, Jul 27, 2015

In the coming weeks, the Friends of Santa Clarita Public Library will host three events for book lovers of all ages, including a bag sale and two free author events. From Tuesday, August 4, 2015 to Saturday, August 8, 2015, the Friends of Santa Clarita Public Library will host a Summer Bag Sale event...

July 25: Library Celebrates Summer Reading Program at Newhall Park
Tuesday, Jul 21, 2015

The Santa Clarita Public Library will host its Summer Reading Program Jamboree Finale on Saturday, July 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will be at Newhall Park and will feature prize drawings, sponsor booths, an award ceremony and live performances from The Wacko Show, The Terns, and Nathalia...

Spaces Available in Library’s Summer Reading Program
Tuesday, Jul 7, 2015

The Santa Clarita Public Library invites readers of all ages to participate in the free 2015 “Read to the Rhythm” Summer Reading Program. Registration opened on June 8 but there’s still plenty of time to sign up! The program continues until July 25, 2015. Online registration is free at SCVSummerReading.com. The...

Santa Clarita Library News (7-6-2015)
Monday, Jul 6, 2015

  Let’s Save the Butterflies and more “Read to the Rhythm” fun!     Summer fun continues through July with an exciting participatory family program about butterflies.  Please join us at West Ranch High School Auditorium for this offsite event.  And remember, it’s...

City Libraries Closed Fri-Sat for Holiday
Thursday, Jul 2, 2015

The City of Santa Clarita would like to wish everyone a happy and safe 4th of July. In honor of Independence Day, Santa Clarita City Hall will be closed Friday, July 3. Normal hours will resume on Monday, July 6. All branches of the Santa Clarita Public Library will be closed Friday, July 3, and Saturday,...

Anywhere, Anytime Viewing from Santa Clarita Libraries
Wednesday, Jun 17, 2015

Readers rejoice! Santa Clarita Public Library customers can now take their video watching and magazine reading on the go. The Santa Clarita Public Library has expanded its services to include popular digital magazines and video streaming from the library’s collection. With Flipster, and their city...

Read to the Rhythm in June, July
Wednesday, Jun 3, 2015

Readers of all ages are invited to start the summer off on a high note with the Santa Clarita Public Library’s 2015 “Read to the Rhythm” Summer Reading Program from June 8 to July 25, 2015. Online registration is free, beginning on Monday, June 8 at SCVSummerReading.com. The “Read to the Rhythm”...

Santa Clarita Has a New Librarian
Wednesday, May 27, 2015

Kelly Behle Kelly Behle was recently named the Santa Clarita Public Library City Librarian, replacing Ed Kieczykowski who retired in May. Behle brings eight years of experience as a librarian to the Santa Clarita Public Library. Prior to being named City Librarian, Behle worked as a Youth Services Librarian...

Summer Reading Program Starts June 8 at City Libraries
Thursday, May 7, 2015

Summer Reading Program Starts Monday, June 8!   Whatever your age, or the age of your child, we have a program you can join (Babies and Preschoolers; Children; Teens; and Adults). Register at www.SCVSummerReading.com or come to the sign-up center at any of our branches: Canyon Country, Newhall...

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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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