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| • Canyon Theatre Guild Presents "Be My Baby" - A tale of two couples: a set of newlyweds and two older, single people who are polar opposites. Unexpected events throw the older couple together as the younger couple's relationship begins to unravel. It's a warm and funny story with some madcap mayhem thrown in for good measure. "Be My Baby" is an evening of comedy and romance for the young and young-at-heart. Friday and Saturday evenings at 8:00 pm on April 3, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30 and May 1. Sunday matinees at 2:00 pm on April 11 & 25. Tickets are $12-$15 for Adults and $10-$12 for Juniors and Seniors. The Canyon Theatre Guild is located at 24242 Main Street, Old Town Newhall. Phone #: 799-2702 Website: www.canyontheatre.org |
| • Canyon Theatre Guild presents :Tom Sawyer - CTG brings all of the characters from Mark Twain's enduring tale to life on stage. With Tom and Huck, Becky, Joe Harper, Aunt Polly, Injun Joe, Muff Potter and the rest, this musical adaptation is fun for the whole family as it brings literature to life. Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2:00 pm on April 3, 10, 16, 17, 24 and May 1; Sunday evenings at 6:30 pm on April 11 & 25. For reservations, call (661) 799-2702. Theatre is at 24242 Main Street, Old Town Newhall. Phone #: (661) 799-2702 Website: www.canyontheatre.org/ |
Thursday, April 15 to Sunday, May 9
 | • Mother's Day Cruise - Celebrate Mother's Day aboard the Scarlett Belle, which will feature a special sailing around the Channel Islands Harbor in Oxnard in honor of Mother's Day. Family discounts are available for groups of 8 or more. Call for reservations or visit the website for more information. Phone #: 805-204-0977 Website: www.scarlettbelle.com |
Saturday, May 1
 | • Stitch Cafe Hosts Intermediate Crochet Class - You've got the basics down, now it is time to move on. Beginning at 12:30 p.m., learn the techniques and pattern-reading skills necessary for making granny squares, circles and much more. You can register for classes online with Stitch Cafe's secure PayPal server; Time: 12:30 PM Phone #: 818-980-1234 |
 | • Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at COC Presents Max & Ruby - Rosemary Wells' beloved bunny siblings Max and Ruby come to life on stage in a fun-filled musical for the whole family; Phone #: 362-5304 Website: www.canyonspac.com |
 | • SCV Jaycees Mother's Day Boutique - Shower Mom with gifts, love, and care with help from the SCV Jaycees Mother's Day Boutique. Vendors include chocolates, jewelry, clothes, lotions, soaps, and perfumes. Entrance is Free - Held at the Residence Inn Marriott, 25320 The Old Road, Valencia Time: 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM Website: www.scvjaycees.com |
| • FREE Women's Wellness Workshop - Osteoporosis afflicts 25 million Americans—80 percent of them being women. Women's bodies are constantly changing from the onset of menstruation to menopause and beyond. A free workshop will be offered at Whole Foods in Valencia. The presentation will include how to avoid osteoporosis, natural ways to alleviate symptoms of PMS and menopause, how to prevent heart disease, and tips on achieving overall health and vitality. Call to reserve your spot or sign up in the Whole Body Department at Whole Foods Valencia. Time: 10:00 AM Phone #: 661-294-0429 |
| • Innaugural Tributefest comes to Santa Clarita - Indio has Cochella. Chicago has Lallapalooza. Now Santa Clarita will have Tributefest. The innaugural event will bring together 8 tribute bands covering legendary bands including The Beatles, U2, Bon Jovi, Dave Matthews Band, Tom Petty, Aerosmith, Johnny Cash, The Who, and Sublime. In addition to the music, Tributefest will offer attendees over 30 beers on tap and dozens of food trucks.
Held at Central Park, All-Day Admission $40, tickets available online Time: 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM Website: www.drinkeatplay.com/tributefest |
Saturday, May 1 to Sunday, May 2
 | • Pet Expo USA Presents SCV's Pet & Family Expo - Held at College of the Canyons Valencia Campus Lot 7 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. If it swims, flies, crawls, walks or slithers, you will see it at Expo! Day-long festivities include live music, great food and all kinds of pet products and services - like "TAGS" (to provide vaccinations) and Angel Dogs Foundation (micro-chipping). Check out organic and natural pet products, plus holistic animal services, too.
Animal Planet's "Pit Boss" Mr. Shorty Rossi and his famous pit, Hercules, will appear. The Cesar and Ilusion Millan Foundation will return ("The Dog Whisperer"), along with actress Linda Blair's Worldheart Foundation, Gail Thackray Animal Communicator, "Rescues on the Runway" and "Lassie." Melanie Martel and Rikki Rocket will perform along with The Bone Sharks. "Tillman the Skateboarding Bulldog" will show his stuff with "Dancing with the Dogs" teams. Joining the crew is Steve Martin's Wildlife Educational Program, Tippi Hedren's Shambala Preserve, Aquarium of the Pacific and actress Mackenzie Phillips. Advance tickets available online; Website: www.petexpousa.net |
Saturday, May 1 to Saturday, June 12
 | • SC Ballet presents "Cinderella" on June 12 - the Santa Clarita Ballet Company will present a sophisticated restaging of their original full-length ballet Cinderella. This well-known and beloved fairy tale is set to dance as one legendary lost slipper becomes a pointe shoe and the Prince's ball becomes a dream of waltzing motion. Held at the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons with two performances on Saturday, June 12th at 2:00pm and 8:00pm. Breathtaking scenery and costuming provide a stunning backdrop to tell the story of Cinderella through ballet. Tickets go on sale May 1st and are not sold through the Performing Arts Center for this event. Advance ticket purchase is highly recommended as shows do sell out quickly. Phone #: (661) 251-0366 |
Saturday, May 1 to Sunday, June 13
 | • SC Ballet presents "Snow White" on June 13 - the Santa Clarita Ballet Company will debut Snow White as an original, full-length ballet at the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons. This elaborate production will feature younger Company dancers and students from the Santa Clarita Ballet Academy. Audiences of all ages will enjoy the story of Snow White told through the artistry of ballet. Beautifully designed costumes, enchanting sets and Amusing woodland creatures will scamper about as the lovely princess engages seven whimsical dwarves in merriment and adventure. All the while, a maleficent and jealous Queen evilly conjures up a most wicked plan. there will be a matinee and evening performance of Snow White. Tickets go on sale May 1st. Advance ticket purchase is highly recommended as shows do sell out quickly. Tickets are not sold through the Performing Arts Center for this event. Phone #: (661) 251-0366 |
Sunday, May 2
 | • Child & Family Center Presents Taste of the Town - Held at Mann Biomedical Park, enjoy all-you-can-eat food and beverages, entertainment and chef demonstrations; Time: 1:00 PM Website: www.tasteofthetown.com |
| • 30th Annual Miss Santa Clarita Valley Pageant - The theme this year is "Island Girls". Guests are invited to wear tropical colors and floral prints! We'll have a live reggae band! Tickets may be purchased online at www.MissSCVPageants.com. Who will be the next Miss Santa Clarita Valley that receives a $1,000 cash scholarship! Held at the Hyatt Regency Valencia's Grand Ballroom Time: 5:00 PM Website: www.MissSCVPageants.com |
Thursday, May 6
 | • SCV Jaycees: General Membership Meeting - Join us to socialize/network and meet JCI SCV members, also enjoy a drink and a special menu. Free and fun to attend! Held at The Paseo Club, 27650 Dickason Dr. in Valencia, in the lounge just to the right of the lobby. There will be a bar for drinks and a special menu to order food if you desire. RSVP/Register online (www.scvjaycees.com) at the Calendar of Events or e-mail Claudia Sheridan at president@scvjaycees.com. Time: 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM Website: www.scvjaycees.com |
Thursday, May 6 to Saturday, May 8
 | • Spring Dance Concert - COC Dance pays tribute to National Dance Week featuring the COC Dance Company and the choreography of Lula Washington, a leader and innovator in Southern California dance. Celebrate National Dance Week with COC by participating in this event and experiencing the choreography of one of California's great artists. PAC Black Box Theatre $10/$5 Time: 8:00 PM Website: www.canyonspac.com |
Friday, May 7
 | • 2010 Man and Woman of the Year Dinner - Honoring the men and women of the SCV who contribute outstanding volunteer service to our community; Website: www.scvmanandwomanoftheyear.com |
 | • College of the Canyons Presents POPS! Concert - Featured favorites from Glenn Miller, Henry Mancini, Dirk Fischer and others; Phone #: 362-5304 Website: www.canyonspac.com |
Friday, May 7 to Saturday, May 8
 | • COC Hosts ARTstART Festival - The College of the Canyons Fine and Performing Arts Division is inviting community members to spend a weekend browsing the aesthetic achievements of its students and learning more about the college's broad range of artistic offerings. Attendees will have the opportunity to roam freely from building to building across campus, to view and experience samplings from the college's art, music, dance, theatre, animation, radio/ television/ video/ film (RTVF),
graphic design and studio arts departments; Website: www.canyons.edu |
Saturday, May 8
 | • SCV Dodger Day - Starting at 7 p.m. Proceeds to benefit SCV schools and nonprofits; Time: 7:00 PM Website: www.scvdodgerday.com |
 | • ESCAPE Theatre Presents a Night on Broadway - Held at Robinson Ranch, enjoy Steve Amerson and Laurie Gayle performing an evening of Andrew Lloyd Webber and other Broadway music. Evening includes dinner, auction and entertainment. $90 per couple, $50 single; Phone #: 299-5264 Website: www.escapetheatre.org |
 | • A Choral Collage - The COC choirs pride themselves on not fitting into any particular musical mold. Each choir is unique and specialized, and our individual ensembles offer musical variety at every concert. Come enjoy a sampling of music from different centuries, cultures, languages and styles. Experience a musical journey with the women's choir (Les Chanteuses), Voices of the Canyons, Chamber Singers and Just Jazz. PAC Main Stage Sat, May 8, 2010 at 8 pm $10/ $5 Website: www.canyonsPAC.com |
| • Pop A Cork For A Cure - Fourth Annual wine tasting benefiting American Cancer Society's Relay For Life® hosted by Team Check 'Em Out!
Wines - reds, whites and desserts, will be provided and poured by local providers; gift baskets/silent auction, drawings, live entertainment and refreshments. Location: 24071 Regents Park Circle, Valencia Minimum donation $25.00. RSVP by 5/1/2010. Time: 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM Phone #: 661-255-1392, 818-554-9557 Website: beaconstreetbooks.com/wine-tasting-event/ |
Thursday, May 13
| • SCV Youth Project 10th Anniversary Gala Event - Held at Six Flags Magic Mountain, guests will have exclusive access to the park's rides and roller coasters! Guests will enjoy a fully catered dinner from 6pm - 7pm, free parking and exclusive access to gala festivities. Tickets are $40 for adults and $25 for children aged 17 and under. Celebrity Guest stars include Eva La Rue of CSI:MIami and Alex Kapp Horner of the New Adventures of Old Christine. Proceeds benefit the SCV Youth Project. Tickets can be purchased at the website below, but require entry of the promotion code "SCVYOUTH" Website: www.helpnothassle.org |
| • The College of the Canyons Foundation Presents SuperTasting Wine Dinner - Held at Salt Creek Grille, This unique event is notably different from traditional wine tastings. Featuring are wines from eight wineries, with emphasis on the comparisons of selected wines in several categories.
There will be four courses of food specially selected and prepared to complement the wines. Tasting is guided by Dr. Skip Newhall; Phone #: 362-3434 Website: www.canyons.edu |
Saturday, May 15
 | • SCV Jaycees: Brenda Mehling Cancer Fund (BMCF) Fight It! 5K - Presented by the JCI SCV (Jaycees) and measured by the SC Runners, the 9th Annual "Fight It! 5K" Race/Walk is the signature fundraising event for the Brenda Mehling Cancer Fund (BMCF). This competitive run/walk course goes through Central Park in Santa Clarita and includes a special 1K Fun Run. Dogs Welcome! Time: 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM Website: www.fightit5k.com |
| • Let Me Dance Marathon - Canyon High School's National Honor Society is hosting a dance marathon to support Santa Clarita's LETMESAIL. LETMESAIL works to provide therapeutic, social, recreational, and educational opportunities for differently-abled individuals with disabilities. The dance marathon will take place on May 15th from 10 am to 11 pm in Canyon High School's main gym. Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM Phone #: 661-252-6110 Website: www.canyonnhs.tk/ |
Sunday, May 16
 | • SCV Jewish Community Food Festival - Come for a Nosh, Stay for the fun!
The SCV Jewish Food Festival, sponsored by Temple Beth Ami, is a day for family and friends to enjoy a wide variety of food, fun activities for the kids, and entertainment. Adults $5 Kids 12 and under Free. Also, those who bring a canned food for the SCV Food Pantry will receive a free admission with 1 paid adult. The event is taking place at Bridgeport Marketplace at McBean Pkwy. and Newhall Ranch Rd. Time: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM Phone #: 661-255-6410 Website: www.templebethami.org |
 | • Santa Clarita Valley 1st Annual Chili Throwdown! - SCV Residents are invited to judge the best tasting Chili at a fun-filled festival that includes Live music, celebrity appearances, a "kiddie" corner and massage therapy along with tons of other vendors. Presented by Environmentally Sound Music TM (ESMTM.Org) this event features talented local artists and volunteers. A Portion of the proceeds from the days event will be given to Samuel Dixon Family Health Care Center, a non-profit offering health services to low income families.
Held at The Courtyard by the Marriott, 28523 Westinghouse Place in Valencia $5 Donation - Children under 10 get in free Time: 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM Phone #: 323-849-9474 Website: esmtm.org |
 | • SCV Blues Monthly Pro Blues Jam - Enjoy great music and fun at the SCV Blues Society's Monthly Jam, featuring famous and amatuer players! Please feel free to bring your instruments!
Hosted By Thelonius James Band Held at Vincenzo's Pizza, 24504 1/2 Lyons Ave., Newhall, CA. (In shopping center behind Shell Station on the SE corner of Interstate 5 and Lyons. Free/All Ages welcome. Time: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Website: www.myspace.com/santaclaritavalleybluessociety |
| • 2010 Magic Mountain Arthritis Walk - Starting at 8am, Walk for a cure at the 2010 Magic Mountain Walk to benefit the Arthritis Foundation. Arthritis is the #1 cause of disability affecting one in five Americans. More children are affected by arthritis than juvinile diabetes, muscular dystrophy,cerebral palsy and cystic fibrosis combined. Form a team and raise funds to support research for prevention and treatment of arthritis. Website: arthritiswalkmm.kintera.org |
Monday, May 17
| • Santa Clarita Artists Association-Monthly Membership Meeting - Join the Santa Clarita Artists Association for their monthly membership meeting at the Valencia Town Center Mall Community Room (between JC Penney and the Food Court). See artist demonstrations and lectures while getting to know local artists in a relaxed atmosphere. Refreshments will be served. Attend your first meeting free! Time: 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM Website: www.santaclaritaartists.org/ |
Tuesday, May 18
| • Food Inc. Public Movie Screening - The community is invited to watch "Food Inc.", a documentary that explores where the food we purchase at the grocery store really comes from, and what it means for the health of future generations. Held at De Sesa's office, a local chiropractor, 27674 Newhall Ranch Road, Ste. 65, in Valencia. Time: 7:30 PM Phone #: 661-294-0429 Website: scvhealthcare.com/custom_content/c_123865_may_events.html |
Thursday, May 20
 | • VIA B2B Industry Show - Starting at 11am, Santa Clarita's largest dedicated business-to-business show. Website: www.Via.org |
 | • Bike To Work Day Challenge - Starting at 7am, This friendly competition is between participating Santa Clarita businesses and organizations to see which employer can get the most employees to bike to work on Thursday, May 20, 2010. This event will take place during the biggest bicycle commute in California - Bike to Work Week May 17-21, 2010. There is no cost to participate. Public pit stops and prizes will be provided! Be part of the solution and bike to work. Bicycling reduces traffic, increases our air quality, improves your health, and saves you money on gasoline! Phone #: (661) 286-4098 |
Friday, May 21
 | • College of the Canyons Hosts Star Party - Explore the mysteries of Saturn, as well as what scientists already know, as College of the Canyons hosts its second Star Party at the Carl A. Rasmussen Amphitheater. College faculty members and amateur astronomers will be on hand with lots of information and a number of telescopes so you will be able to get a fantastic view of the second-largest planet that revolves around our sun. Star Party attendees are encouraged to come early with blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy a festive atmosphere as the sun sets in the west and Saturn emerges as the "star" of the evening. A short orientation lecture will precede the opportunities to view Saturn through telescopes provided for that purpose; Time: 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM Phone #: 362-3801 |
Friday, May 21 to Sunday, May 23
| • "A Midsummer Night's Dream" - Delicious and dark, entertaining and erotic, A Midsummer Night's Dream is an intoxicating blend of mortals, mechanicals and faeries, all thrown together in one place at one time. When lovers cross with mischievous sprites in a magical forest, nothing is how it appears. A host of Shakespeare's most wellknown characters (Puck, Bottom, Oberon, Titania - and many others) make A Midsummer Night's Dream one of the world's greatest romantic comedies and one of his most popular plays. PAC Main Stage $10/$5 Website: www.canyonsPAC.com |
Friday, May 21 to Saturday, June 19
| • Rep East Playhouse Presents "The Wedding Singer" - With pop songs of the 1980's, The Wedding Singer takes us back to a time when hair was big, greed was good, collars were up, and a wedding singer might just be the coolest guy in the room. Show times are Friday and Saturdays at 8:00pm and Sundays at 2:00pm. Tickets are $19 for Adults and $17 for students and seniors. The Repertory East Playhouse is located at 24266 Main Street in Newhall, CA. 91321. Phone #: 661-288-0000 Website: www.repeastplayhouse.org |
Saturday, May 22
 | • Shannon Hair Hosts "Celebrate Life" Fashion Show - Meet teenagers who have overcome the fight against childhood cancer and watch a mother-daughter fashion show sponsored by j.serraino clothing and Bumble&bumble. Live entertainment and fine catering are also featured at this black-tie event. Proceeds benefit the Michael Hoefflin Foundation; Time: 5:00 PM Phone #: 799-7272 |
| • Benefit for Single Moms - Dr. Roger De Sesa, a local chiropractor, will donate all services on Saturday, May 22, to customers in exchange for a donation, of their preferred amount, to Single Mothers Outreach. No insurance will be billed for the services. New patients are welcome to receive a consultation, including exams, scans and x-rays, as well. The office will be open from 9 a.m. to noon. Please call 661-294-0429 to make an appointment. Phone #: 661-294-0429 Website: scvhealthcare.com/custom_content/c_123865_may_events.html |
Saturday, May 22 to Sunday, May 23
| • American Cancer Society's Relay For Life 2010 - American Cancer Society's Relay For Life 2010 Held at Central Park; Website: www.scvrelay.org |
Sunday, May 23
| • Soroptimist High-Heel-athon - Soroptimist International of the Greater Santa Clarita Valley's High-Heel-athon to STOMP Out Domestic Violence
Event begins at Veterans Plaza at 9am for Registration $50 day of, $40 Pre-Registration. Vendors, Music, Shopping, Demo's, Mimosa's and much more. Website: www.siscv.com |
Monday, May 24
 | • JR's Comedy Club Celebrity Golf Classic - Play a great round of golf with a nationally known comedian on Monday, May 24 at Robinson Ranch Golf Club. JR.'s Comedy Club presents the Celebrity Golf Classic to benefit the Santa Clarita Valley Emergency Winter Shelter. Foursome golf entry prices and sponsorships begin at $1,200 and go up to $4,000. Single player entry costs $325.
Lunch and dinner will be provided to all golfers. Registration begins at 10:30 a.m. General Public welcome for the banquet and comedy show at 6:30 p.m. Time: 10:30 AM Phone #: (661) 799-7940 Website: mailto:hartmire@pacbell.net |
Tuesday, May 25
 | • Santa Clarita Wedding Pros Host Bridal & Special Event Seminar - Held at the Hyatt Valencia, learn the dos and don'ts from Santa Clarita's premier special event and wedding professionals. $10 per attendee, including one guest. Call for reservations or reserve your spot online; Time: 7:00 PM Phone #: 296-6191 Website: www.santaclaritaweddings.com |
| • Free Healthcare Class - What is the human genetic potential? What is the key to aging gracefully? How does your body work? What is a subluxation? Dr. Roger De Sesa, a local chiropractor, will discuss the answers to these questions at a free healthcare class at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 25. To RSVP, call 661-294-0429. De Sesa's office is located at 27674 Newhall Ranch Road, Ste. 65, in Valencia. Time: 7:30 PM Phone #: 661-294-0429 Website: scvhealthcare.com/index.php |
Friday, May 28
 | • Student Symphonic Orchestras New Music and Concert - Symphony of the Canyons under the direction of Dr. Paul Sherman presents a concert of fresh spring music and the winners of its annual concerto competition. Its sophisticated programming and outstanding performance elements provide a positive and creative outlet for student musicians throughout the valley. PAC Main Stage $10/ $5 Time: 7:00 PM Website: www.canyonspac.com |
Monday, May 31
| • Memorial Day Event - On Memorial Day starting at 10 a.m. at Eternal Valley Memorial Park, experience flag ceremonies, music, speakers, a flyover by the Condor Squadron, the Hart District ROTC, recognition of veterans and food. Then make your way to the Memorial Wall to read the names of fallen local veterans; Time: 10:00 AM Phone #: 755-8629 |
Friday, July 9 to Monday, May 24
| • The REP presents "The Last Days of Judas Iscariot" - The 81 Series returns to the Repertory East Playhouse with the critically acclaimed, The Last Days of Judas Iscariot. Set in a time-bending, darkly comic world between heaven and hell, it reexamines the plight and fate of the New Testament's most infamous and unexplained sinner. Show times are Friday and Saturdays at 8:00pm and Sundays at 2:00pm with an Opening Night Gala Friday, July 9 at 7:00pm. Reservations recommended. Tickets $18 Adults/$16 students & seniors. Phone #: 661-288-0000 Website: www.repeastplayhouse.org |
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