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| • "A Christmas Carol: The Musical" - The Canyon Theatre Guild Presents "A Christmas Carol: The Musical" This vibrant, joyous new musical will take you on a wonderful journey of discovery as the penny-pinching old miser, Ebenezer Scrooge, awakens his long-forgotten festive spirit; Phone #: 799-2702 Website: www.canyontheatre.org |
Friday, November 18 to Saturday, December 17
| • RepEast presents "The Graduate" - Repertory East Playhouse Presents "The Graduate" Benjamin Braddock, recent college graduate and prodigal son, returns home and promptly becomes embroiled in an affair with the wife of his father's business partner, one Mrs. Robinson, but soon finds himself falling in love with her daughter, Elaine; Website: www.repeastplayhouse.org |
Wednesday, November 30 to Thursday, December 1
 | • Dance Retrospective - Get ready to experience a blast through the past as the College of the Canyons Dance Company performs its show-stopping choreography. Santa Clarita Performing Art Center; Phone #: 362-5304 Website: www.canyonspac.com |
Saturday, December 3
 | • Santa Clarita Master Chorale presents "Your Holiday Show of Shows" - Get your holidays started on December 3rd and 4th, at Valencia United Methodist Church, when we offer "Your Holiday Show of Shows." Big screen, small screen -- all of your holiday favorites are here. From "White Christmas" to Rudolph and Frosty, the Chorale presents seasonal favorites from all musical traditions, featuring selections from "Messiah" by Handel and a world premiere: a "Magnificat" from California composer Kevin Memley. Memley is a rising star in the choral arts, a composer who writes lyrical and moving lines for the voice and the ear: a joy to sing and profoundly satisfying to listen to. The Santa Clarita Children's Honor Choir will again join us to help celebrate the holidays. Time: 7:00 PM Phone #: 661-362-5304 Website: scmasterchorale.org |
 | • One Voice, One Mission: To End Poverty! - Gawad Kalinga of Santa Clarita Valley presents their annual fundraiser, " One Voice, One Mission: To End Poverty" featuring outstanding Filipino musical talents in Los Angeles this coming December 3, 2011, Saturday, at 6:00 P.M. It will be a star-studded winter musicale to be held at the sprawling Northpark Community & School Auditorium at 28310 Kelly Johnson Parkway Valencia. This variety show will feature popular Broadway and Holiday songs to be performed by outstanding Filipino entertainers in the Valley. Recording artists "Back on Track" led by Cres San Jose, and balladeer soloist Tess Narciso will lead the line-up of singers and musicians. Other performers include Alma Kua, Anthony Limjoco, Claire Ocxiano, Dezzirae Marshall, Elaine Bondoc, Joseph Sese, Myra Miranda, Raffy Mariano, Sabrina Oxciano, Santa Clarita Valley Filipino Ministry Choir, Sheila Colby, Zuri Valbuena and Victor Roma.
Tickets are available at Fiesta Grill on Lyons Avenue and Soledad Canyon. Time: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Phone #: (661) 288-1672 Website: www.facebook.com/#!/profile.php?id=100002741656506 |
| • Literacy & Arts Festival - City of Santa Clarita & Santa Clarita Valley Education Foundation Host Literacy & Arts Festival
At Newhall Park from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., festivities will include ice sculpture making, storytelling, books, art murals, music and crafts. The Literacy and Arts Festival is a day of entertainment, education and activities to encourage, promote and expose the importance of literacy and the performing arts to people of all ages; Website: www.scveducationfoundation.org |
| • Orchestra and Prelude Strings - Symphony of the Canyons, Orchestra and Prelude Strings celebrate 25 years of making music in the Santa Clarita Valley.
Call the box office or look online for more information about these events; Phone #: 362-5304 Website: www.canyonspac.com |
Saturday, December 3 to Sunday, December 4
| • Craft Faire - Placerita Canyon Nature Center
Hosts Craft Faire From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. make your own quality wreaths or Yule logs at Placerita Canyon Nature Center's only fundraiser of the year. A multitude of crafts are available for the kids and all materials are supplied. All items are reasonably priced - from $2 to $16. The Gift Shop will be open and a food truck will be on site. Help raise funds to care for the animals and run public programs. Please - checks and cash only; Phone #: 259-7721 |
| • Pet Photos with Santa - Pet Assistance Foundation Hosts Pet Photos with Santa If you would love an endearing, high-quality photo of your companion animal (or animals), with your family (or not), with or without Santa Claus, come out and help celebrate 20 years of "Pet Photos with Santa Claus." From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., drop by Pet Supply Santa Clarita at 26831 Bouquet Canyon Road in Saugus (next to Rite Aid). Photos start at only $10. |
| • Your Holiday Show of Shows - Santa Clarita Master Chorale Presents "Your Holiday Show of Shows" From "White Christmas" to Rudolph and Frosty, seasonal favorites from all musical traditions will be featured, including "Messiah" by Handel and a world premiere of "Magnificat" from California composer Kevin Memley; Phone #: 362-5304 Website: www.canyonspac.com |
Sunday, December 4
 | • Santa Clarita Master Chorale presents "Your Holiday Show of Shows" - Get your holidays started on December 3rd and 4th, at Valencia United Methodist Church, when we offer "Your Holiday Show of Shows." Big screen, small screen -- all of your holiday favorites are here. From "White Christmas" to Rudolph and Frosty, the Chorale presents seasonal favorites from all musical traditions, featuring selections from "Messiah" by Handel and a world premiere: a "Magnificat" from California composer Kevin Memley. Memley is a rising star in the choral arts, a composer who writes lyrical and moving lines for the voice and the ear: a joy to sing and profoundly satisfying to listen to. The Santa Clarita Children's Honor Choir will again join us to help celebrate the holidays. Time: 3:30 PM Phone #: 661-362-5304 Website: scmasterchorale.org |
 | • Community Tree Lighting Festival - Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital Hosts Community Tree Lighting Festival The tree lighting is the culmination of the 26th-annual Community Tree Lighting celebration on the hospital campus. The Community Tree Lighting celebration is a wonderful Santa Clarita Valley tradition for families and friends who will be treated to a free festival filled with music, entertainment and holiday activities including a cookie decorating station, letters to Santa, children's holiday crafts, refreshments and much more. As a special memory keepsake, Santa will pose with children and guests at a photo station starting at 2:30 p.m. for a free photo that will be distributed at the event. In addition, everyone is invited to participate in the Gift of Life program with a special sponsorship of a light or ornament in honor or in memory of their loved ones. Sponsorship levels range from $25 to $1,000. Gift of Life sponsorships will be recognized on a special display at the celebration and can be viewed on the hospital's website. A commemorative holiday ornament will be sent to donors and all donations benefit patient-care services at Henry Mayo; Time: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM Phone #: 200-1306 |
Monday, December 5
 | • Meet & Greet with Santa - Gift your child with the opportunity to make a personal connection with Santa Claus. Beginning at 9 a.m., nibble on cookies, enjoy breakfast treats and sip on hot cocoa and cider in the atrium of Westfield Valencia Town Center. This first-come, first-served experience is not to be missed. Call the Westfield Concierge for details; Phone #: 254-0213 extension 5 Website: www.westfield.com/valencia |
Friday, December 9
| • Holiday Jazz Concert - College of the Canyons Jazz Ensemble & Lab Combos Present "Holiday Jazz Concert" The concert will leave you singing all the way to your car; Phone #: 362-5304 Website: www.canyonspac.com |
Saturday, December 10
 | • Snow Fest - The Santa Clarita Valley Family YMCA is welcoming families to come and enjoy some time in the SNOW!!! Yes we are having 5 tons of snow brought into your own back yard. Enjoy sledding and building a snowman in the Santa Clarita Valley. Our special guest will be Santa Claus himself while your family enjoys arts & crafts, our bounce house and so much more!!!! Time: 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM Phone #: 661-253-3593 Website: www.ymcala.or/scv |
 | • Snow Day at Westfield Valencia Town Center - In 2011, it snowed in Santa Clarita for the first time in years. Don't make your children wait another decade to experience the fun and excitement of real snow. Westfield Valencia Town Center will present your children with plenty of white stuff for snowman building, snow angels and more. Kids will love the arts and crafts available, too. As an added bonus, Radio Disney will partner with Westfield to introduce an up-and-coming Disney artist to perform live - plus they'll be broadcasting from the event. Snow Day is free to the public. See website for more details; Website: www.westfield.com/valencia |
 | • The History of SCV's Railroad - Santa Clarita Valley Historical Society hosts Jean-Guy Dube as he talks about how the Southern Pacific Railroad (SPR) arrived in the Santa Clara River Valley in 1887. During its march to the sea, SPR built several common standard depots along its route. From where we stand in Saugus to Ventura and overtime connecting Los Angeles to San Francisco with its new coastal route. Held at the Saugus Train Station24101 Newhall Avenue, in Newhall. Admission is FREE and open to the public. Time: 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM Phone #: 661-254-1275 Website: www.scvhs.org |
| • Sounds of the Season - College of the Canyons Vocal/Choral Music Department Present "Sounds of the Season" Experience sacred and secular choral gems of the holidays; Phone #: 362-5304 Website: www.canyonspac.com |
| • William S. Hart Museum Hosts Cowboys and Carols - In honor of William S. Hart's 147th-birthday there will be live music and refreshments. For more information or to make a reservation, contact the William S. Hart Museum; Phone #: 254-4584 |
Sunday, December 11
| • Annual Candle Lighting Ceremony - The Santa Clarita Chapter of the Compassionate Friends Support group for the death of children have their annual Candle lighting ceremony which coinsides with the Worldwide candle light event. Our local chapter will be holding this at the Canyon Country Park on Sunday, December 11th at 6:30 PM. There will be live intertainment, poems, a slide presentation, lighting of the candles (candle are provided) and refreshments. Please join in helping our community remember and honor the passing of children in our community. Time: 6:30 PM Phone #: 661-252-4654 |
| • Fiesta Navidad - Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at COC Presents "Fiesta Navidad" One of the most popular mariachi ensembles in the United States returns to the stage: Mariachi Los Camperos! The Grammy Award-winning ensemble has recorded nine albums and continues to thrill audiences with its powerful voices and demanding musical arrangements; Phone #: 362-5304 Website: www.canyonspac.com |
Monday, December 12
 | • SCAA Gallery Grand Opening - Please join the Santa Clarita Artists' Association for our Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Celebration at our new gallery space at the Westfield Valencia Town Center Mall! We will celebrate on Monday, December 12th from 4 - 8 p.m. The SCAA will also present a "Spirit of the Arts" award to the Westfield Town Center Mall for its support of the Visual Arts. The ceremony and reception are free and open to the public.
There will be musical entertainment featuring violinist Miyuki Christina. Wine and Hors D'oeuvres will be served. Time: 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM Phone #: 661-244-7689 Website: www.santaclaritaartists.org |
Tuesday, December 13 to Saturday, December 24
 | • 12 Days of Sid Dickens at La Via Bella - Celebrate
"12 Days of Sid Dickens" & Win The 12 days prior to Christmas have special meaning, which is why La Via Bella is celebrating with a Sid Dickens' tile giveaway. On each of the 12 days before Christmas, you'll be automatically entered to win one of 12 tiles when you make any purchase at the boutique, which is conveniently located on Town Center Drive in Valencia; Phone #: 222-7006 Website: www.laviabella.com |
Thursday, December 15
 | • Senses on Main - City of Santa Clarita Hosts Senses on Main From 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., experience Main Street like you've never seen it as SENSES transforms the street into a nightlife atmosphere. Hosted on the third Thursday of every month, the event features a different theme, event giveaways, live music, entertainment, art, food trucks and more. The event is free and open to guests of all ages. Turn to page 61 for more information; Phone #: 250-3787 Website: www.sensesonmain.com |
| • "Friends of the Library" Kick-off Event - City of Santa Clarita Public Library Hosts
"Friends of the Library" Kick-off Event Beginning at 7 p.m. at the Valencia library, this is your opportunity to learn how you can participate in making your city library even better! Birthday cake and light refreshments will be served in honor of the City's 25th birthday; Website: www.santaclaritalibrary.com |
Saturday, December 17
 | • "Christmas Candlelight Concert" - Westfield Valencia Town Center and Valencia Christian Center Present the "Christmas Candlelight Concert"
Embrace Christmas traditions old and new while reconnecting with your family and your community in a relaxed, stress-free holiday setting. The Christmas Candlelight Concert will warm your soul with a live performance of traditional Christmas music - and it will warm your body, too. Hot cocoa, coffee and cider will be complimentary additions to the event, which is free to the public. "The Night before Christmas" story will be told and family-fun sing-alongs will lift your spirits. Dance performances and surprises are in store, too. See website for more details; Website: www.westfield.com/valencia |
Saturday, December 17 to Sunday, December 18
 | • "The Nutcracker" - The Santa Clarita Ballet's performance of The Nutcracker is a unique opportunity to enjoy the extraordinary talent and artistry of preeminent dancers from within our own community. The cast is remarkably talented and have earned for themselves a reputation for their professionalism, artistry and refined ballet training. Included in this year's cast of highly accomplished Company and Academy dancers, the Santa Clarita Ballet welcomes back professional guest artists with whom they've shared the stage for many years. Brilliantly choreographed by Santa Clarita Ballet's Artistic Director Carol Guidry, the Nutcracker ballet comes to life through magical scenery, beautiful costuming and the beloved Nutcracker Suite composted by Peter Tchaikovsky. Showtimes are Saturday, December 17 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, December 18 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets are not sold through the Performing Arts Center. Call the Santa Clarita Ballet directly; Phone #: 251-0366 |
| • Santa Clarita Street Fair - The Santa Clarita Street Fair offers family fun on the 4th weekend of EVERY month. Guests can explore unique merchandise from a variety of different vendors, have a delicious lunch from a Gourmet Food Truck and enjoy live entertainment under big, shady oak trees. Children's attractions include a bounce house, inflatable slide and rock climbing wall. Held at College of the Canyons (Valencia Campus) in the Stadium Parking Lot. Phone #: 661-299-2139 Website: www.SantaClaritaStreetFair.com |
Sunday, December 18
 | • Racing and Pictures with Santa - Skip the mall and have some family fun at MB2 Raceway! Pictures with Santa, cookie decorating, fun crafts for all ages and of course - exhilirating racing at our NEW Family Fun Pack pricing! Family of 4: 2 races per person, 4 arcade tokens, and medals for the kids all for $124! Time: 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM Phone #: 866-986-RACE Website: www.mb2raceway.com/images/Santaflyer.jpg |
Tuesday, December 20
 | • Menorah Lighting Ceremony - Westfield Valencia Town Center Hosts Community Menorah Lighting Ceremony Start your "eight magical nights" right with a menorah lighting ceremony on the first day of Hanukkah; Phone #: 287-9050, extension 5 Website: www.westfield.com/valencia |
Saturday, December 24
| • "Celebrate the Joy in the Lord" Christmas Eve Service - North Oaks Church of Christ Invites
You to "Celebrate the Joy in the Lord" Experience a series of Sunday lessons on the prophecies that lead to the Birth of Jesus, running through Christmas Day. On Christmas Eve, at 9:30 p.m., North Oaks will host a short gathering to read scriptures and sing songs that tell the story of Jesus' birth. North Oaks Church of Christ is located at 27570 Whites Canyon Road in Santa Clarita; Time: 9:30 PM Phone #: 252-2298 Website: www.northoakscoc.org |
Sunday, December 25
| • "Celebrate the Joy in the Lord" Christmas Day Service - North Oaks Church of Christ Invites
You to "Celebrate the Joy in the Lord" Experience a series of Sunday lessons on the prophecies that lead to the Birth of Jesus, running through Christmas Day. On Christmas Day, they will share cookies, donuts, coffee and cider at 10:30 a.m., a short song service from 10:45 a.m. to 11 a.m. and service at 11 a.m.; North Oaks Church of Christ is located at 27570 Whites Canyon Road in Santa Clarita; Time: 10:30 AM Phone #: 252-2298 Website: www.northoakscoc.org |
Saturday, December 31
 | • Sake's "The" New Year's Eve Party - The fun starts at 9 p.m. at Sake, located in the Bridgeport Marketplace. Included in the price are 12 courses (That's right, 12!) of gourmet bistro and sushi hor d'oeuvres and desserts until 10:30 p.m., with party favors and a premier champagne toast at midnight. Playing music from the '80s to now, their special guest band will feature the drummer and bass players for Don Henley and Glenn Frey (They are sure to keep you on the dance floor!). You will be amazed at Sake's exclusive "Liquid Nitrogen Cocktail Bar" and by the stunning decorations. Last year's event sold out in 10 days, so make your reservation now. ($75 per person, prepaid.) Phone #: 255-SAKE (7253) Website: www.sakebistro.com |
 | • TPC's Midnight in Paris at Moulin Rouge - Tournament Players Club's "Midnight in Paris at Moulin Rouge" New Year's Eve event is going to be So. Much. Fun! The Absinthe Cocktail Hour will begin at 6:30 p.m., followed by a five-course Parisian-inspired dinner created by Chef Daniel Otto. Live music from The Full House Band, a balloon drop and excitement until 1 a.m. will make for quite a memorable night. Formal attire is suggested. Member cost is $95 per person with nonmember admission $115 per person; Phone #: 288-1995 extension 104 |
 | • Circle of Hope Hosts New Year's Eve Gala - Swing into the New Year with champagne, a live swing band, buffet dinner and casino. Circle of Hope, Inc. provides education and support services for uninsured and underinsured individuals with breast cancer, their families and the community; Phone #: 254-5218 Website: www.circleofhopeinc.org |
| • A Ride for Life - A fundraiser for Children's Hospital and Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita in which you're going to participate in a charity bike ride. Time: 7:00 AM Website: www.arideforlife.com |
Saturday, December 31 to Sunday, January 1
| • Carnival of Venice - Held at the REP theatre located in Old Town Newhall, the festivities begin at 8 pm, with revelers asked to don formal wear and Carnivale-themed masks. This year the evening will have a distinct "Big Apple" vibe as revelers will be transported to the iconic sites and experiences of New York City, including a midnight countdown and ball drop in Times Square. Reservations must be made in advance for this party, and tickets are $60 per person. Included in the ticket price is a petite buffet, complimentary wine and a champagne toast to ring in the New Year. Mixed drinks and beer will also be available for purchase. 288-0000 www.repeastplayhouse.org Time: 8:00 PM to 1:00 AM Phone #: 661-288-0000 Website: www.repeastplayhouse.org |
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