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 | • Joy to Art - Santa Clarita Artists' Association present "Joy to Art" A special holiday preview that offers small art pieces for purchase! Come in to see one-of-a-kind paintings, art pieces, photography, hand made jewelry and holiday ornaments, and more. Give the gift of art - all small art pieces are priced under $100! Gallery (24251 Town Center Dr. #155, Valencia) is open Friday and Saturday from 4pm-10 and Sunday 1pm-7pm.
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Friday, November 15 to Saturday, December 14
| • Play It Again, Sam - It's a classic tale: girl meets boy, boy meets an inferiority complex, crippling anxiety and frequent fantasies of Humphrey Bogart. Phone #: 661.288.0000 Website: www.repeastplayhouse.org |
Friday, November 29 to Sunday, December 22
| • It's A Wonderful Life - "It's A Wonderful Life" A warm adaptation of Frank Capra's beloved movie tells the tale of George Bailey, the Everyman from the small town of Bedford Falls. With the help of a Guardian Angel, he is reminded that his life is wonderful after all. Held at Canyon Theatre Guild. Tickets go on sale on November 5. Phone #: 799-2702 |
Sunday, December 1
 | • Now You See It - Now You See It - Valencia United Methodist Church's annual Advent Celebration features dinner, advent wreath-making, games, snow, worship and tree-lighting. Space is limited. $8/person; $30/max. per family. Time: 4:30 PM Website: www.umcv.org |
Wednesday, December 4
| • Felices Fiestas - Symphony of the Canyons Presents Felices Fiestas - Enjoy the rhythms of Latin American music in a holiday setting. Show begins at 7pm. Time: 7:00 PM Phone #: 362-5304 Website: www.canyonspac.com |
Thursday, December 5 to Saturday, December 7
 | • Come ChristmasSing - The Master's College Presents "Come ChristmasSing" featuring Student performances of a variety of family-friendly Christmas music, featuring Rutter's "Magnificat," conducted by Paul Plew. Light dessert will be served at the event running at 7:30pm nightly, as well as 2pm Saturday, in the MacArthur Center (Bross Gymnasium) on The Master's College campus. Ticket prices range from $14 to $24 and group rates are available. Phone #: 362-2262 Website: www.masters.edu/music |
Friday, December 6
 | • Joy to Art Holiday Celebration - Santa Clarita Artists' Association present "Joy to Art" A special holiday selection where all small art prices are under $100! Come in to see one-of-a-kind paintings, art pieces, photography, hand made jewelry and holiday ornaments, and more. Give the gift of art!
24251 Town Center Dr. #155, Valencia Time: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM |
| • College of the Canyons Presents Holiday Jazz Concert - Get into the holiday groove with various artists performing classic holiday hits. Phone #: 362-5304 Website: www.canyonspac.com |
Saturday, December 7
 | • Holiday Home Tour - Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital Home Tour League Hosts "Open Homes & Giving Hearts" - Purchase tickets for $30 at the Holiday Boutique, at any of the four homes, or at the retail locations listed on the website. Flat shoes only, please. Event will go on rain or shine. No one under 12 admitted. Time: 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM Phone #: 2538051 Website: www.henrymayogiving.com |
 | • Santa Clarita Valley YMCA Snow Fest - Get into the excitement of the Holiday Season! Visit the Santa Clarita Valley YMCA (26147 McBean Parkway, Valencia CA 91355) to sled build a snowman and enjoy 10 tons of snow for free. The YMCA will offer games, prizes, treats, and hot cocoa too - Plus the chance to meet Santa! Time: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Phone #: 661-253-3593 |
| • Literacy & Arts Festival - Literacy & Arts Festival importance of literacy and the arts at Old Town Newhall Library from 10am to 3pm. Listen to storytellers, practice journalist skills and participate in hands-on activities for free. Time: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM Website: www.scveducationfoundation.org |
Saturday, December 7 to Sunday, December 8
 | • Gingerbread House Contest - Start your holiday season with the sights and smells of adorable gingerbread houses. Public viewing will be held at Valencia Library from 10am to 5pm on Saturday and 1pm to 5pm on Sunday.
Website: www.santaclaritafol.com |
Sunday, December 8
 | • Holiday Snowflake Festival - River Oaks Presents Holiday Snowflake Festival - This free event has fun for the whole family. Bring mittens and take part in snow play, professional photos with Santa, cookie decorating, balloon art, strolling carolers and don't forget to indulge in fresh-made warm doughnuts. River Oaks is conveniently located on the corner of McBean Parkway and Magic Mountain Parkway. Time: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM |
 | • Santa Brunch - The Oaks Grille at Tournament Players Club (TPC) Valencia presents their SANTA BRUNCH. Enjoy a Festive Holiday Brunch with Special Guests - Mr. & Mrs. Claus!
Adults $39 | Children 6 to 12 $15 | Children 5 & Under $5 Reservations required. Time: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM Phone #: 288-1995, extension 104 |
| • Kiwanis Club Presents 5K & 1K Run - Kiwanis Club Presents 5K & 1K Run At Six Flags Magic Mountain. Bring a new toy for "Toys for the Holidays" to benefit the local Boys & Girls Club and get free admission to the park after the race. Proceeds benefit youth scholarships and other Kiwanis-sponsored activities in the community.
Website: www.santaclaritakiwanis.com |
| • Korean National Modern Dance Ensemble - Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at COC Hosts World Beat Series: Korean National Modern Dance Ensemble - Be captivated with its grace and power as Korean's first national ensemble performs contemporary dance. Phone #: 362-5304 Website: www.canyonspac.com |
Wednesday, December 11 to Thursday, December 12
| • Dance REDEFINED - COC Dance Company Presents Dance REDEFINED - Watch faculty, students and guest artists display a variety of dance styles and choreographies. Phone #: 362-5304 Website: www.canyonspac.com |
Thursday, December 12 to Saturday, December 14
 | • A Real Life Christmas - Real Life Church invites your family to "Experience the COLORS of Christmas," featuring awe-inspiring performances that bring the Christmas story to life in ways you've never seen before. Make plans to arrive early for a special Tree Lighting Ceremony before every show in the outdoor amphitheater featuring lights, music and snow. Strolling Victorian carolers will set the mood with traditional holiday classics and photo booths will be available to capture treasured memories. Food trucks will be on hand, featuring some of Santa Clarita's favorite eats and treats. Coffee and hot chocolate will be served in Undergrounds Coffeehouse. Shows are at 7:30pm nightly with a matinee also scheduled for 2pm on Saturday. Tickets are $5 each. RLC is located at
23841 Newhall Ranch Road in Valencia. Phone #: 775-7401 Website: www.reallifechurch.org/christmass |
Sunday, December 15
| • Comfort & Joy - Santa Clarita Master Chorale Presents Comfort & Joy - Enjoy a delightful performance by contemporary composers Kevin Memley and Karl Jenkins as well as the Santa Clarita Children's Choir and an acapella group. Phone #: 254-8886 Website: www.scmasterchorale.org |
Friday, December 20
| • Rep East Playhouse Hosts Improv - The Society, 12-time iO West Cage Match Champions, are bringing their improvised music, comedy and scenes to Newhall at 8pm. Time: 8:00 PM Website: www.repeastplayhouse.org |
Saturday, December 21
| • An Evening of Music & Holiday Cheer with Kirby Heyborne - As an accomplished actor, narrator, musician and comedian, Kirby Heyborne will be sure to entertain during his Christmas concert. Show begins at 8pm. Time: 8:00 PM Website: www.repeastplayhouse.org |
Saturday, December 21 to Sunday, December 22
 | • The Nutcracker - The Santa Clarita Ballet presents "The Nutcracker," a classic holiday tradition for Santa Clarita families and patrons of the arts. The Santa Clarita Ballet beautifully tells E.T.A. Hoffman's timeless story of "The Nutcracker" set to the composition by Peter Tchaikovsky. Under the artistic direction of choreographer Carol Guidry, highly-trained dancers from the Santa Clarita Ballet Company, Academy students and professional guest artists come together to create an enchanting on-stage celebration.
Performances will take place at the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons. Show times are Saturday, December 21 at 2pm and 7:30pm and Sunday, December 22 at 2pm and 7pm. Call for tickets. Phone #: 251-0366 |
| • Santa Clarita Street Fair - Discover an incredible marketplace of vendors teeming with arts, crafts, jewelry, fashionable attire, home decor, and more featuring unique and one-of-a-kind items. You can enjoy lunch at one of the many gourmet food trucks, and on Sundays, take part in the Farmers Market across the street! Open Saturdays 9am-5pm; Sundays 8am-3pm Website: HTTP://www.santaclaritastreetfair.com |
Tuesday, December 31
 | • Mad Hatter Midnight Tea - The Oaks Grille at Tournament Players Club (TPC) Valencia presents their Mad Hatter Midnight Tea with Entertainment by The Full House Band
Featuring a Five-Course Wonderland Gourmet Dinner $155 Per Person Reservations required. Time: 6:30 PM to 1:00 AM Phone #: 288-1995, extension 104 |
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