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July 28: Silvertone Singers, Art Exhibit at SCV Senior Center
Monday, Jul 11, 2016

The Silvertone Singers present a light-hearted, entertaining program to honor some very special ladies. “Girls’ Night Out” consists entirely of tunes featuring women’s names.  Enjoy the dulcet tones of the silver-throated chorale, talented instrumentalists, and inspiring soloists as they perform...

July 14: Speaker to Bring Betsy Ross to Life
Tuesday, Jul 5, 2016

When we view the flag, we think of liberty, freedom, pride, and Betsy Ross. Elizabeth Griscom “Betsy” Ross (1752-1836) is widely credited with making the first American flag, purportedly in 1776 upon a visit from General George Washington, commander-in-chief of the Continental Army …...

Local Celebs Serve, Pour for SCV Senior Center
Sunday, Feb 28, 2016

Event co-chairs Brian Koegle and Vanessa Wilk. Photos by Michele E. Buttelman. It was all fun and games as the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center staged the 2016 Celebrity Waiter Dinner to the theme, “A Night of Fun and Games.” The fundraiser brought in real cash, not Monopoly money, with a live...

Top Exec Dardeau Leaving as Senior Center Plans to Expand Role
Thursday, Feb 11, 2016

Executive Director Rachelle Dardeau is leaving the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center after nearly four and a half years of serving the local growing senior community, officials said Wednesday. “Rachelle has been instrumental in the success of the Senior Center, and has been an incredible asset to...

Only 6 Tables Left for Celebrity Waiter; Auction List Grows
Saturday, Feb 6, 2016

A Princess cruise for two to any of Princess’ cruise destinations (up to $2,500 value), tickets to a taping of the CBS hit comedy, The Big Bang Theory, and a day in Sacramento with State Assemblyman Scott Wilk are featured on the list of items that will be on the auction block at the SCV Senior...

Oct. 29: Learn to Trace Your Roots at SCV Senior Center
Wednesday, Oct 14, 2015

Doug Miller, past president of the Southern California Genealogical Society, will give a lesson in “Genealogy 101, Or How Not to Fall Out of Your Family Tree” on Thursday, Oct. 29, at the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center. Miller is a popular speaker on genealogical research. He is the author...

Seniors: How Well Does Your Car Fit You?
Wednesday, Sep 30, 2015

2015 CarFit Event Thursday, Oct. 29, 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. SCV Senior Center 22900 Market Street, Newhall 91321 To schedule your 15 minute appointment call the SCV Senior Center at 661-259-9444 Event located in the front main parking lot Presented by the California Highway Patrol Senior Volunteer...

Zumba Gold Keeps Active Seniors Fit
Wednesday, Sep 23, 2015

By Robin Clough, SCV Senior Center Volunteer & Recreation Coordinator, and Diane Hedrick, Certified Fitness Instructor   Zumba Gold classes at the SCV Senior Center are not just for seniors but are also open to all in the community. Classes are hugely popular with a wide range of ages. You would...

Sept. 17: Lecture to Bring Mt. Wilson Observatories Into Focus
Saturday, Sep 12, 2015

Van Webster of the Local Group Astronomy Club will present a fascinating lecture on how the Mount Wilson observatories above Pasadena expanded our knowledge of the universe. The presentation, “Mt. Wilson Observatories – History and Discoveries,” will take place at the Santa Clarita Valley Senior...

Sept. 24: County Emergency Prep Workshop at SCV Senior Center
Wednesday, Sep 9, 2015

September is National Preparedness Month. The Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center is working together with the County of Los Angeles Office of Emergency Management in addition to the Los Angeles Community and Senior Services, to host an annual Emergency Preparedness Workshop. The purpose of this event...

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The Canyon Theatre Guild’s production of "A Christmas Story," adds shows due to high ticket demand. Shows have been added on Sunday, Dec. 21 and Monday, Dec. 22.
CTG ‘A Christmas Story’ Adds Shows, Dec. 21-22, Due to Demand
The city of Santa Clarita will present its latest art exhibition, “Pop Culture,” on view at the Newhall Community Center now through March 25, 2026.
City Presents ‘Pop Culture’ Art Exhibit at the Newhall Community Center
This week’s Foothill League matches resulted in the Saugus boys getting a firmer grip on first place, and the Saugus girls slipping into second place. Meanwhile, holiday tournaments are bringing both wins and losses from non-league teams, with more on the way.
Foothill League Soccer: Saugus Boys, Hart Girls Leading
1970 - Snow day in Santa Clarita Valley [photos]
Saugus train station
Do you have a passion for swimming and a desire to make an impact in your community? The city of Santa Clarita is seeking individuals with strong customer service skills and a commitment to community engagement to join its lifeguard team.
Applications Are Open for the Summer 2026 Lifeguard Season
Santa Clarita Valley residents need to put down the yule log and refrain from all residental wood burning fires on Friday, Dec. 19.
Dec. 19: No Burn Day Alert Issued for SCV, South Coast Air Basin
U.S. Rep. George Whitesides (D-Aqua Dulce), announced the winners of the 2025 Congressional App Challenge for California’s 27th Congressional District: the “MathViz” team led by local Academy of the Canyons student, Gautham Korrapati.
Whitesides Announces 2025 Congressional App Challenge SCV Winners
The Mardi Gras Madness 1K/5K/10K, set for March 1, in Santa Clarita, is more than a race, it’s a celebration of health, community and giving back. Now through Wednesday, Dec. 24, take $10 OFF race registration with promo code WINTER10 at checkout.
March 1: JCI Santa Clarita Holds Mardi Gras Madness 1K/5K/10K Runs
Theatre Extempore will present the all time classic musical The Fantasticks, 8-10 p.m. Jan. 9-11. 15-18 at The MAIN.
Jan. 9: Premiere of ‘The Fantasticks’ Presented by Theatre Extempore
West Ranch High School senior Braulio Castillo (17) never did any long-distance running before high school, but what he has accomplished in that demanding discipline since taking it up is impressive. And, so far his senior year, it is phenomenal.
West Ranch Runner Going the Distance
Powerlab Studio will hold its grand opening and ribbon cutting 4:30-5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 8 at 28110 Newhall Ranch Road, Valencia, CA 91355.
Jan 8: Powerlab Studio Grand Opening, Ribbon Cutting
B2 Entertainment will have a Cookies With Santa event, 3-5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 21 at 21516 Golden Triangle Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91350.
Dec. 21: Cookies With Santa at MB2 Entertainment
The College of the Canyons soccer programs will be hosting 'Friday Night Footy,' small-sided pick-up games, running on Friday evenings Jan. 2 through June 26 at the COC Soccer Facility.
Jan. 2-June 26: Cougars Soccer Programs to Host ‘Friday Night Footy’
College of the Canyons sophomore pitcher Nichole Muro will continue her academic and athletic career at Cumberland University after signing with the Phoenix softball program.
Muro Signs with Cumberland University Softball Program
College of the Canyons men's basketball won its fourth straight contest in an 80-72 affair at Napa Valley College on Monday afternoon, Dec. 15 as freshman Julius Washington led all scorers with 20 points.
Cougars Win Fourth Straight 80-72 at Napa Valley
Canyons women's basketball snapped a five-game losing streak with a 60-44 win over Diablo Valley College during the final day of action at the Napa Valley Storm Surge tournament on Saturday, Dec. 13.
Canyons Finishes Tourney Weekend with 60-44 Win Over Diablo Valley
1929 - Swift justice: Thomas Vernon sentenced to life in prison for Saugus train derailment & robbery 1 month earlier [story]
Tom Vernon
The Newhall School District Board of Trustees met on Tuesday, Dec. 16 for its annual organiational meeting.
Newhall School Board Elects Rachelle Haddoak 2026 Board President
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department  Forensic In-Patient Step Down program’s success has led to an annual graduation that not only celebrates the participants for the progress they have made in the program but also acknowledges the department’s commitment to excellence in custody operations. 
LASD Custody Division Honors Inmates on the Path of Recovery and Success
The study of bones from the largest collection of Neandertal remains in Northern Europe has revealed evidence of selective cannibalism targeting Neandertal females and children between 41,000 and 45,000 years ago.
Research by CSUN Prof Finds Neandertal Selective Cannibalism 45,000 Years Ago
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond today announced that registration is open for the second annual School Leadership to End Hate Winter Institute, co-hosted by the California Department of Education and the California Teachers Collaborative for Holocaust and Genocide Education.
State Education Dept. to Address Rising Antisemitism, Hate
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department was awarded a $134,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety
LASD Crime Lab Awarded Grant to Bolster Testing for DUI Cases
Southern California’s iconic Joshua trees are in bloom, and California State University, Northridge’s environmental biologists are asking the public’s help in figuring out why and what it means for the trees’ future.
CSUN Researchers Call for Public’s Help in Documenting Joshua Trees’ Surprise Out-of-Season Bloom
The California Department of Motor Vehicles today issued its decision in the Tesla administrative case, adopting the administrative law judge’s proposed decision
DMV Finds Tesla Violated California State Law With ‘Autopilot’ Terms
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