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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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Bag Sale, Author Dinner Coming Up at City Libraries
Friday, May 1, 2015

This month, join the Friends of Santa Clarita Public Library as they host two exciting events for book enthusiasts of all ages. Beginning on Tuesday, May 5 through Saturday, May 9, 2015, community members are invited to a Spring Bag Sale at all three Santa Clarita Public Library branches during normal...

April 25: Dia de los Ninos y Libros at Canyon Country Biblioteca
Thursday, Apr 23, 2015

The Santa Clarita Public Library will celebrate Dia De Los Ninos/Dia De Los Libros with a free event at the Canyon Country Library on Saturday, April 25. El día de los niños/ El día de los libros, also known as Children’s Day/Day of the Book, is a celebration of  children, families and reading....

City Seeking Input on New Saugus Library Proposal
Tuesday, Apr 21, 2015

The City of Santa Clarita is looking for community feedback on the proposed Saugus Library Center during a community workshop meeting next week. On Wednesday, April 29 at Arroyo Seco Junior High School the city asks for the community’s response in deciding what a 21st century Santa Clarita library...

April 20: Sudanese Refugee Tells His Story
Wednesday, Apr 15, 2015

The Santa Clarita Public Library will present a free author event Monday, April 20, at 7 p.m., featuring Alepho Deng, co-author of the autobiographical book “They Poured Fire on Us From the Sky: The True Story of Three Lost Boys of Sudan.” The event will take place at the Valencia Library, located...

April 15-25: A Whole Passel of Activities at City Libraries
Tuesday, Apr 14, 2015

Community members are invited to enjoy the spring season by participating in free interactive programming offered at all Santa Clarita Public Library branches. The events will feature the Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival, Earth Day and Día de los Niños, Día de los Libros. * Cowboy and Cowgirl Day –...

Upcoming Santa Clarita Library Events
Tuesday, Mar 17, 2015

Join the Santa Clarita Public Library for these exiting FREE events as part of the “One Story, One City” reading program. On Thursday, March 19, award-winning children’s author and illustrator Gianna Marino will visit Santa Clarita and perform readings of her book, “Following Papa’s Song.”...

This Month at the Santa Clarita Libraries
Monday, Mar 9, 2015

In the Heart of the Sea Before the movie directed by Ron Howard becomes a hit this fall, read the nonfiction book by Nathaniel Philbrick about the shipwreck that inspired Moby Dick. We are proud this fascinating story is our first One Story, One City choice.For younger readers, Revenge of the Whale...

City Releases 3-Year Strategic Plan for Libraries
Friday, Feb 27, 2015

The City of Santa Clarita is releasing its Santa Clarita Public Library three year Strategic Plan. Copies of the new strategic plan are now available at each of the three Santa Clarita Public library branches and online [here]. The 2015-2018 Strategic Plan highlights five service priorities for the library,...

‘One Story, One City’ Coming in March
Thursday, Feb 26, 2015

The Santa Clarita Public Library, along with Barnes & Noble and Friends of the Santa Clarita Public Library, will host a range of engaging programs in March 2015 to launch the inaugural all-city literary event, “One Story, One City.” The “One Story, One City” program is an initiative to encourage...

Feb. 22: Valencia Library to Fete Chinese Year of the Sheep/Goat/Ram
Tuesday, Feb 17, 2015

The Santa Clarita Public Library, in partnership with the Friends of Santa Clarita Public Library and Santa Clarita Valley Chinese School, will host a Chinese Lunar New Year Celebration from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 22, at the Valencia Library, 23743 West Valencia Boulevard. Several presentations...

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Hello Auto Group has announced its upcoming Car Buying Bootcamp, a comprehensive workshop designed to educate first-time car buyers on the essentials of purchasing a vehicle.
Aug. 25: Hello Auto Group Hosts Free Car Buying Bootcamp
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
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