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Santaland Diaries - The Repertory East Playhouse presents Santaland Diaries & Season's Greetings Sponsored by Wells Fargo Home Mortgage
The Santaland Diaries is a brilliant evocation of what a slacker's Christmas must feel like. Out of work, our slacker decides to become a Macy's elf during the holiday crunch. At first the job is simply humiliating, but once the thousands of visitors start pouring through Santa's workshop, he becomes battle weary and bitter. Taking consolation in the fact that some of the other elves were television extras on One Life to Live, he grins and bears it, occasionally taking out his frustrations on the children and parents alike. The piece ends with yet another Santa being ushered into the workshop, but this one is different from the lecherous or drunken ones with whom he has had to work. This Santa actually seems to care about and love the children who come to see him, startling our hero into an uncharacteristic moment of goodwill just before his employment runs out. Along with Santaland Diaries, comes TWO hilarious monologues that will have you bending over with laughter. Season's Greetings and Front Row Center With Thadeuss Bristol are two funny, touching - and twisted - monologues about the holiday season. Performances will run Fridays, Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 2pm beginning November 17th through December 23rd. Tickets are $14 for Students and Seniors and $16 for Adults. GROUP RATES ARE AVAILABLE! The Repertory East Playhouse is located at 24266 San Fernando Road in Old Town Newhall. Phone #: 661-288-0000 Website: www.repeastplayhouse.org |
Home Tour League Holiday Black Tie Preview Gala - Includes dinner at The Tournament Players Club. For more information please contact ciprianotz@henrymayo.com. Phone #: 661-253-8082 |
COC Dance Presents Fall Dance Performance of Student and Faculty Works - Starts at 8 p.m. on Friday and at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Saturday at the College of the Canyons Black Box Theatre. For more information please contact boxoffice@canyons.edu. Phone #: 661-362-5304 |
Henry Mayo Holiday Home Tour and Boutique - Tour will take place at the four featured Westridge homes this year. Boutique will be at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Assembly Hall in Newhall. Phone #: 661-253-8082 Website: www.henrymayo.com |
Canyon Theatre Guild Presents "A Christmas Carol - the Musical" - Charles Dickens' classic gets the full Broadway treatment. Phone #: 661-799-2702 Website: www.canyontheatre.org |
"Drive By, Lend A Hand" Charity Event - Recycling to win the battle against children's cancer. Please bring unwrapped toys; non-perishable food items and recyclable beverage containers to 26635 Valley Center Drive. First 200 Vehicles Receive a Commemorative Thank You Card. Charities involved; The Hunger Defense Fund, SCV Jaycee's Santa's Helpers Toy Drive & Mac's Project. Donate to all 3 charities & be entered to win valuable grand prizes. Time: 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM |
COC Music Presents SCV Youth Orchestra's "Winter Classics" - Held at the College of the Canyons Performing Arts Center. Time: 7:00 PM Phone #: 661-362-5304 Website: www.canyonspac.com |
Layne's Legacy Foundation Holiday Boutique - To support children and families dealing with life-threatening illnesses. Available items include jewelry, home, garden and Christmas decor, hand bags, clothing and personalized cartoon pictures. Held at Castaic Middle School. Time: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM Phone #: 818-700-4822 Website: www.layneslegacy.org |
Old Town Newhall Children's Parade - Watch the parade at 9th and Walnut, ending with a celebration in Hart Park. Time: 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM Website: www.oldtownewhall.com |
21st Annual Henry Mayo Community Tree Lighting - Held at the hospital grounds and includes holiday entertainment and activities for the entire family. Time: 2:00 PM Phone #: 661-253-8082 Website: www.henrymayo.com |
Holiday Dream Night Dinner and Dancing at the Hyatt - Guest music performer Anthony Castelo and Mul Tayoba, a couture Valencia designer, will entertain. Also includes Felipe Monserrat art exhibit. Part of the proceeds benefit Hospicio de San Jose Orphanage Manila. Time: 6:00 PM Phone #: 661-312-3422 or 661-312-6774 |
Master Chorale Presents "Holiday Lights!" - The 50-voice chorale will entertain at the College of the Canyons Performing Arts Center. Time: 3:30 PM Phone #: 661-254-8886 Website: www.scmasterchorale.org |
Canyon Country Jo Anne Darcy Library and Zel Allen Presents "Healthy Vegetarian Cooking" - The lecture will focus on creating a balanced, nutritious meal, nutrition facts, vegetarian resources, recipes, tips and tricks. Time: 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM Phone #: 661-251-2721 |
Vino 100 Presents "A Tisket, a Tasket" - Create your own Vino 100 holiday gift basket as you enjoy some Vino 100 wine and hors d'oeuvres. Time: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Phone #: 661-294-6886 |
Inside SCV Magazine Singles Night at Abbey Lane Cafe - Hang out at Santa Clarita's newest eatery while mixing with other fun singles. Live music, appetizer specials, $5 house wine, $3.75 for all beers and a chance to meet your match; what more could you ask for? Time: 7:00 PM Phone #: 661-254-3090 |
Vino 100 Presents "A Special Port Tasting Evening" - Taste and learn about port wines paired with chocolates and cheeses. $20 per person, reservations required. Time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Phone #: 661-294-6886 |
Follow the Star...to Bethlehem - Now in it's 13th year, Follow the Star...to Bethlehem will be presented this year on our campus in Canyon Country. This spectacular re-enactment of the life and ministry of Jesus Christ is brought to life through the creative blend of over 200 cast members, live animals, amazing backdrops and special effects. Inspirational music and narrative provide a milieu for the 13 scenes and ensure an unforgettable evening. Non-perishable foods are collected and cash donations are accepted to support local organizations which provide emergency needs here in the Santa Clarita Valley. Bethlehem Lutheran Ministries - 27265 Luther Drive, Canyon Country, CA. Time: 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM Phone #: 661-252-0622 Website: www.followthestar.com |
Blues Label at Howie's Pub - The rock 'n' blues band Blues Label will perform at Howie's Pub, 31579 3/4 Castaic Road in Castaic. Time: 9:00 PM to 1:00 AM Phone #: 661-295-8755 Website: www.blueslabelband.com |
COC Symphonic Band & Jazz Ensemble Presents "Holiday Concert" - Held at the College of the Canyons Performing Arts Center. Time: 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM Phone #: 661-362-3101 Website: www.canyonspac.com |
Square Dance - The Sierra Hillbillies Square Dance Club will hold its Holiday Bazaar @ dance at the SCV Senior Center, 22900 Market Street, Newhall. Rod Shuping will be calling and Cindy Mower will cue Rounds. Time: 7:30 PM Phone #: (661) 257-4801 |
College of the Canyons Music Presents "CHOIR Holiday Performance" - Four college choirs offer a variety of styles with fast-paced instrumentals infused throughout, held at the College of the Canyons Performing Arts Center. Time: 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM Phone #: 661-362-3101 Website: www.canyonspac.com |
Safe Ride's 20th Anniversary Open House - Held at the Hyatt, all Safe Rides volunteers, donors and supporters are invited to stop by and watch a memory film, go through scrapbooks and meet old friends. Time: 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM Phone #: 661-259-6330 Website: www.scvsaferides.com |
Preciado's Ballroom Dance Studios Presents "2nd Annual Winter Showcase" - An evening of dinner, dancing and performances. Time: 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM Phone #: 661-290-3359 Website: www.PBDS.tv |
Life-Mind Center Presents "Da Vinci Code Breaker" Workshop - Will reveal the real secrets and mysteries popularized by the book and film, The Da Vinci Code, presented by an initiate in a Templar Order. Explore the legends behind the Knights Templar, The Holy Grail and more. Held at the Life-Mind Center. For more information please contact Scott@life-mind.com. Time: 7:00 PM Phone #: 661-299-1966 |
"Transitions to Parenthood" - Educational seminar will offer critical information to help expectant couples dispel myths, set realistic expectations, and understand the changes involved within their relationship following the birth of their child. Taught by Dr. Diana Lynn Barnes, the class with also touch on postpartum depression. Time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Phone #: 661-253-8607 Website: www.henrymayo.com |
The Hanukkah Health Fair - Santa Clarita's Congregation Beth Shalom and Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital proudly present a one-of-a-kind, cutting edge holiday event: The Hanukkah Health Fair. Dedicated to the proposition that there is more to this holiday than simple overindulgence, our celebration combines fun and fitness for the whole family. At the hospital campus (23845 McBean Parkway Valencia, CA 91355) we will reinforce the twin messages that: (1) holiday health is enjoyable, not daunting; and (2) family time promotes better physical and emotional well-being. Israeli Dancing and Hannukah-robics—to build Maccabee-sized muscles—are among the innovative programs we will combine with our traditional menorah-lighting and sing-a-long. For the children, there will be crafts and face-painting. For the adults there will be health screenings, breast cancer awareness information, blood pressure readings and fitness assessments. A Lite-Latke Demonstration, "Hanukkah Ha-Ha"s (seasonal humor), a food drive and special appearances by some of Santa Clarita's finest first- responders will round out an afternoon that highlights physical, spiritual and community health. Join CBS and HMNMH if you want your holiday season to be about success, not excess. Time: 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM Phone #: CBS: 661-254-2411 or HMNMH: 661-253-8060 |
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