We know the holidays have arrived when we hear Christmas jingles in the stores, neighborhoods coming together to celebrate the spirit of the season with their beautifully lit homes and decorated lawns, and children waiting patiently in line to give Santa Claus their wish lists. Yes, the holidays are finally here and it’s time to celebrate!
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LIGHTS IN SANTA CLARITA!!
Candy Cane Lanes in Santa Clarita ALL OF THESE STREETS ARE CANDY CANE LANES: Gina Court, Canterwood Drive, Wakefield Court, Blueridge Drive, Littleton Way, Oak Vale Drive, Brooks Circle, Valencia Town Center Drive, HMNMH Christmas Tree, Metrolink’s Holiday Toy Express Train, Area Nurseries and Merchants for more information! Read More >>
Hospital Hosts 23rd Annual Community Tree Lighting Celebrate the holiday season with your neighbors, friends and family during Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital’s 23rd Annual Community Tree Lighting on Sunday, December 7, beginning at 2 p.m. and culminating with Santa’s lighting of the community tree at 5 p.m.
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The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce has announced that it will host its first Health Wellness Fair on Saturday, January 31, 2009 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event, which is free to the community, will be held at College of the Canyons.
Take a "Note"-worthy Break this Holiday Season! Take a break from your holiday shopping and treat yourself to music that is sure to delight! This holiday season, come and enjoy the enchanting piano performances of accomplished musicians representing the Music Students’ Service League (MSSL) on December 12 at 7 p.m., December 13 at 3 p.m., December 19 at 7 p.m. and December 20 at 3 p.m. - Westfield Valencia Town Center.
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Jaycees Celebrating Ten Years Our cover this month features some of Santa’s little helpers—(standing) Kevin Olafsson, Trey Damaso, Braydon Elgin (sitting) Emerson “Emmy” Blue, Sydney Elgin and Taylor Elgin. They’re showing their support and holiday spirit for the Santa Clarita Valley Jaycees Santa’s Helpers Toy Drive. A special thank you goes out to the Boys & Girls Club and Six Flags Magic Mountain for allowing us to use their beautiful Festival of Trees setting and displa ... Read More >>
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Give Hope for the Holidays Give hope and joy and help a family in need this holiday season. The Single Mother’s Outreach is making plans for its annual Adopt-a-Family Holiday Program. The Single Mothers Outreach is an organization that empowers single parents and their children by providing hope, support and resources to help families become self-sustaining through life skills growth programs, along with providing assistance to families in need.
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Pet Photos with Santa Benefits Local Animal Charity Folks looking for a unique Christmas card, featuring family pets (and humans) with Santa Claus, all to benefit local animal welfare, will be able to get custom photos from the Santa Clarita Chapter of Pet Assistance Foundation, which has provided this enjoyable tradition every Christmas for over 15 years.
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College of the Canyons
College of the Canyons University Center to Hold January 2009 Open House The University Center is a place located on the College of the Canyons campus where you can earn a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degrees. Currently,36 programs are offered from partner universities such as CSU Bakersfield, CSU Northridge, University of La Verne, Chapman University, UCLA Extension and National University.
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The SC Ballet Company Presents The Nutcracker Ballet Set on a beautiful, enchanting stage, the timeless story of The Nutcracker is told through the exquisite artistry of the Santa Clarita Ballet. Opening night is Friday, December 19 at 8 p.m. There will be two shows at the Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons on Saturday December 20 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., and two shows on Sunday, December 21 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
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Shopping...
Holiday Boutiques Around Town ‘Tis the season to give, so if you’re looking for a unique gift for that special someone,
here is a list of some of the wonderful boutiques in the SCV.
More Than a Game A loving husband and father. An accomplished screenwriter and independent film producer. A record-holding ASU basketball player. Bobby Duane Thompson was a man loved by many and missed by all. Bobby tragically passed away this past July while hiking with his wife in Los Angeles.
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SC Master Chorale
Storytelling, Sing-alongs and a Chance for Holiday Sparkle! A sing-along and a Saint Nick visit will headline “Holiday Gifts,” a new holiday concert offered by the Chorale this year on Saturday, December 13 at 3 p.m. at Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road. Family-friendly and admission is only $10.
Annual Winter Wonderland Celebration at The Gentle Barn Last year, The Gentle Barn was affected by the Santa Clarita wildfires and had to evacuate all their animals to safety. Desperate for a way to thank the firefighters and to raise money to repair the damage done by the fire and winds, they created their Winter Wonderland Celebration. They had so much fun and had such a wonderful turnout from the community; they decided to do it every year.
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The Grief Program
Handling the Holidays Without Your Loved One Holidays are sad reminders of those we have lost. Whether it’s your first, 10th or 50th year without your loved one, the empty chair at holiday dinners can cause enormous pain.
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Araz Valijian
Get to Know Your City Representative One of Santa's Helpers, Araz Valijan After stumbling across a job opportunity on the city’s website for a Community Services Coordinator for the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Division, City Representative Araz Valijan knew that it would be the perfect job for her. “After moving here in 2005, I fell in love with the community and the people,” states Araz, “this December marks my two-year anniversary as the Community Services Coordinator!”
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SCV Food Pantry
The Sweetest of 16 Parties Benefits the Santa Clarita Valley Food Pantry In celebration of her 16th birthday, Shaina Katz held a 1950s Sock Hop FUNdraiser. Shaina asked her friends to wear leather jackets, bowling shirts, poodle skirts, bouffant, ducktail or pony tail and prepare to dance the night away at the SCV Sports Complex on October 22 to help celebrate. Her invitation stated -- No gift required…However this rockin’ party is a FUNdraiser to benefit the SCV Food Pantry. Your “admission ticket” to this Sock Hop is... Read More >>
SC Literacy & Arts Festival
Why Should I Go to Santa Clarita's Literacy & Arts Festival? I’m going, no doubt about it. But, why should you, your family and friends go to Santa Clarita’s Literacy & Arts Festival? One important reason is simply because it’s fun! Beginning with the parade down Main Street in Newhall to the last act, a STOMP-inspired percussion group “Street Beat,” there is something that will entertain all our guests. The day includes storytellers such as Michael D. McCarty. You can also sing along with Da ... Read More >>
Our cover this month features some of Santa’s little helpers—(standing) Kevin Olafsson, Trey Damaso, Braydon Elgin (sitting) Emerson “Emmy” Blue, Sydney Elgin and Taylor Elgin. They’re showing their support and holiday spirit for the Santa Clarita Valley Jaycees Santa’s Helpers Toy Drive. A special thank you goes out to the Boys & Girls Club and Six Flags Magic Mountain for allowing us to use their beautiful Festival of Trees setting and displa
A loving husband and father. An accomplished screenwriter and independent film producer. A record-holding ASU basketball player. Bobby Duane Thompson was a man loved by many and missed by all. Bobby tragically passed away this past July while hiking with his wife in Los Angeles.
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After stumbling across a job opportunity on the city’s website for a Community Services Coordinator for the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Division, City Representative Araz Valijan knew that it would be the perfect job for her. “After moving here in 2005, I fell in love with the community and the people,” states Araz, “this December marks my two-year anniversary as the Community Services Coordinator!”
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In celebration of her 16th birthday, Shaina Katz held a 1950s Sock Hop FUNdraiser. Shaina asked her friends to wear leather jackets, bowling shirts, poodle skirts, bouffant, ducktail or pony tail and prepare to dance the night away at the SCV Sports Complex on October 22 to help celebrate. Her invitation stated -- No gift required…However this rockin’ party is a FUNdraiser to benefit the SCV Food Pantry. Your “admission ticket” to this Sock Hop is...
I’m going, no doubt about it. But, why should you, your family and friends go to Santa Clarita’s Literacy & Arts Festival? One important reason is simply because it’s fun! Beginning with the parade down Main Street in Newhall to the last act, a STOMP-inspired percussion group “Street Beat,” there is something that will entertain all our guests. The day includes storytellers such as Michael D. McCarty. You can also sing along with Da