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 | • Mel Carll Photography Exhibit - Inside SCV Magazine photographer Mel Carll's art exhibit opens at the Canyon Country Jo Anne Darcy Library on August 2. Called, "The Ground Beneath Me; Not Above Me, So Enjoy Life...," the exhibit explores Carll's battle with cancer and radiation - and his choice to find the bright side. This display is full of hope, positivity and a love of life - and runs through December 3. Website: santaclaritaarts.com |
Friday, September 27 to Sunday, November 3
| • Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery - CTG Presents "Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery" Intrepid investigators try to escape a dizzying web of clues, silly accents, disguises and deceit. Does a wild hellhound prowl the moors of Devonshire? Can the heroes discover the truth in time? Join the fun and see how far from elementary the truth can be. Website: canyontheatre.org |
Saturday, September 28 to Thursday, October 31
 | • Gilchrist Farms Harvest Festival - Gilchrist Farms Hosts Harvest Festival Welcome fall with a trip to the pumpkin patch featuring a petting zoo, straw bale maze, pony and wagon rides, crafts, live entertainment and more. Phone #: 645-2517 |
Saturday, September 28 to Saturday, November 2
| • Peter & the Star Catcher - Canyon Theatre Guild Presents "Peter & the Starcatcher" From pirates on the high seas to dangers in the jungle, this swashbuckling adventure tells the tale of Peter Pan's magical beginnings. Website: canyontheatre.org |
Tuesday, October 1 to Thursday, October 31
 | • Cancer Fundraiser - Flair Cares About Curing Cancer Fundraiser is working to build awareness and raise funds to help cure breast, colon, prostate, and pediatric cancers throughout October. Customers and community members can donate all month at all four Flair Cleaners locations. 100% of all donations will go directly to these nonprofits as specified by customers. Flair will match the total donations up to $5,000 for the campaign.
Website: FlairCleaners.com |
Saturday, October 5
 | • Walk to End Alzheimer's - Raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care, support and research at this annual event held at Bridgeport Park.
Registration begins at 8am Opening Ceremony begins at 9am Walk begins at 9:30am Time: 8:00 AM Website: act.alz.org/scv19 |
| • SCV Senior Center Touch-A-Truck - The SCV Senior Center's Touch-A-Truck event is a landmark event for children and adults who are intrigued with vehicles of all sorts and uses. What child, or adult for that matter, wouldn't want to climb on a fire engine, turn on a Sheriff's or CHP vehicle siren or take a photo with a favorite movie vehicle? That's the premise behind Touch-A-Truck, coming to Santa Clarita's Central Park. In addition, the committee is working on kid-friendly activities like face painting, arts and crafts, bubbles, model building and more - all free with event admission. Food trucks will offer meals and delicious treats to purchase and several booths will offer free ice cream. Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM Website: myscvcoa.org/touch-a-truck |
Saturday, October 5 to Thursday, October 31
 | • Pumpkin Patch at Limoneira Ranch - Head to Santa Paula for the Pumpkin Patch at Limoneira Ranch
A short, gorgeous drive on the 126 will get you to our favorite out-of-town Halloween event: The Pumpkin Patch at Limoneira Ranch. Benefiting the Rotary Club of Santa Paula, this expansive event features a wide variety of things to see and do. Get your "fall fix" with hay-wagon rides through lemon groves, a hay pyramid and maze, petting zoo, music, entertainment, games, pony rides, face painting, a pumpkin chucker, food booths, 5.5-acre corn maize and more. Opening October 5 and running every Saturday and Sunday in October from 10am to 5pm, you won't want to miss this fall fun on the farm! Phone #: http://pumpkinpatchatlimoneiraranch.com |
Friday, October 11 to Sunday, October 13
 | • Boys' Life - A series of fast-paced, sharply-etched scenes, the story traces the misadventures of three former college buddies seeking to make their way in the big city - and with various women of their acquaintance. For mature audiences. Website: www.canyonspac.com |
Saturday, October 12
 | • Santa Clarita International Guitar Festival - This year's lineup will feature Latin Grammy-winning composer Yalil Guerra (Cuba), Independent Music Award-winner Jose Antonio Rodriguez (Spain) and Grammy Award-winning Scott Tennant (US) in a celebration of fine music and classical guitar. Website: www.canyonspac.com |
| • Henry Mayo New Patient Tower Tours - Visit the unveiling of Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital's new patient tower and enjoy a preview of the expansion including 90 all new private patient rooms, two new operating rooms, an expanded center for women and newborns, a rooftop helipad with direct access to the ER, the new cafe & outdoor dining area and more. RSVP online today. Time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Website: henrymayo.com/openhouse |
Sunday, October 13
 | • Bow Wows & Meows Pet Fair - Hundreds of dogs, cats, puppies and kittens will be available for adoption at the 19th Annual Bow-Wows & Meows Pet Fair held at Newhall's William S. Hart Park on Sunday, October 13! Bring your fur-babes! Well-behaved dogs of any breed may accompany their owner to the fair provided they are leashed (non-retractable), at least 18 weeks of age and fully vaccinated.
Entrance to the family-friendly fair is free and activities include: Expert dog agility performances at 11:30am and 2:30pm, The Famous Fun Dog Show, with categories ranging from best vocalist to mystery mutt to pet-owner look-alike at 1:30pm (Enter your dog for $10, winners receive $50 and bragging rights!), Food Truck Court with delicious dining options, including vegan and vegetarian, Shopping opportunities ranging from premium pet food to fantastic pet accessories with fun, unique vendors like artists, a pet psychic, pet-lovers clothing and jewelry, Low-cost vaccines from TAGS with free Rabies shots, Free photo booths and more! Time: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM Website: bowwowsandmeows.org |
 | • VUMC BBQ Bash - RSVP by October 10th to enjoy free hot dogs, hamburgers, dessert truck, dj, games and more at Valencia United Methodists annual BBQ Bash! Website: umcv.org |
Thursday, October 17
 | • Irrigating a sustainable Landscape - A healthy, beautiful landscape depends upon matching your landscape with the types of efficient irrigation your grass and plants need.Participants will learn about irrigation system design and operation basics including drip irrigation and new high efficiency spray technology. This class will be held at SCV Water, located at 27234 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita. Please register online. Time: 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM Website: www.yourscvwater.com |
Friday, October 18
 | • Zonta Health & Wellbeing Workshop - Learn practical ways to stay healthy "INside and Out" at this free LifeForward workshop for women - featuring effective ways to improve health, concentration & productivity at home and work. Held at Valencia United Methodist Church (25718 McBean) Time: 10:00 AM to 11:30 PM |
 | • Big Band Swing - Music from the '30s and '40s is a perfect way to open the new concert season. The award-winning Studio Jazz Ensemble will help supply the memories with big-band favorites. Website: www.canyonspac.com |
Saturday, October 19
 | • Trees for the SCV - Trees not only provide clean air, they add depth and dimension to your landscape and enhance neighborhoods with colors and textures. At this class you will learn how to know the types as well as proper maintenance practices of a variety of trees that do well in the SCV. This class will be held at SCV Water, located at 27234 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita. Please register online. Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Website: www.yourscvwater.com |
 | • Day of the Bison Open House - Join Natural History Museum LA for a day of exploration at the Hart Museum. Guests are invited to bring the questions they've always wanted to ask, and challenge our volunteers and staff. Explore the mansion as quickly, or for as long, as you want. We will also have a simple craft activity on the back patio for everyone in the family to try. Time: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM Website: www.HARTMUSEUM.ORG/calendar |
 | • Harvest Festival at Christ Lutheran Church - Join Christ Lutheran Church for their 21st Annual Harvest Festival - Complete with Chili Cookoff, pie eating contest, pony rides, free food, games, activities and more! Bring your old coats - there will be a coat drive benefiting House of Joy, and non-scary costumes are encouraged, but not required.
Log on early to register for the Cook off and pie eating contests. Website: clcscv.org |
 | • David Spade - This multi-talented comedian, actor, writer and television personality brings a night of comedy to the Santa Clarita Valley. Rising to fame as a cast member of "Saturday Night Live," Spade developed the famous "Hollywood Minute" reporter segments, later going on to star in movies such as "Joe Dirt," "Tommy Boy" and "Grown Ups." Website: www.canyonspac.com |
 | • VIA Black & White Bash - BASH has become Santa Clarita's who's-who premier business event and this year promises to be over the top. Themed decor, fine dining and live entertainment and dancing make this signature event a must attend. As part of the evening's festivities, VIA celebrates the diversity and accomplishments of its members. Awards are given to those individuals and members of distinction deserving in one of several categories: the Connie Worden-Roberts Volunteer of the Year, VIA Business of the Year and VIA Rising Star. The VIA BASH benefits VIA's Connecting to Success, a privately-funded program that offers important workplace readiness skills to high school students. This signature program trains more than 2,500 high school students annually from all area high schools. Phone #: 294-8088 |
| • Wildcat Classic - West Ranch High School is proud to present the 11th annual Wildcat Classic, a daylong display of
musical artistry. More than 20 high school bands from the Santa Clarita Valley and around the region will gather for the Southern California School Band and Orchestra (SCSBOA) Marching Band Competition. Each high school band will compete by division followed by an astounding showcase performance of the three-time state champion West Ranch Band and Colorguard. Stay for the awards ceremony, and peruse the Gift, Apparal & Food vendors. Tickets are $12, parking is free. Phone #: 661-222-1220 x646 Website: www.westranchmusic.com |
Saturday, October 19 to Sunday, October 20
| • Oktoberfest Pickleball Tournament - Don't Miss the Oktoberfest Pickleball Tournament at The Paseo Club! Now is the time to sign up for the Oktoberfest Pickleball Tournament at Paseo! Non-members and all levels are welcome at this fun event! There are Men's, Women's and Mixed Divisions, so grab your friends and sign up now!
Website: pickleballtournaments.com |
Friday, October 25 to Saturday, November 2
 | • A Murder is Announced - It isn't every day that a local newspaper foretells the time and place of a murder, especially in a sleepy village in the English countryside. Curious residents draw to the home of Miss Blacklock in anticipation, only to become entangled in the crime itself! Can a determined inspector and keen-minded Miss Marple unravel the mystery? Can they keep everyone safe and sort through the secrets hidden in plain sight? A classic Agatha Christie puzzle, "A Murder is Announced" is full of twists and turns, hidden identities, mixed motives and relentless pursuit of justice running Fridays and Saturdays, October 25 and 26, as well as November 1 and 2, at 3pm and 8pm at The Master's University Music Recital Hall.
Phone #: 362-2255 |
Wednesday, October 30
 | • Trunk or Treat at VUMC - Valencia United Methodist Church invites the community to their free Trunk or Treat event - featuring candy, games crafts, a dj and more! Time: 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM Website: umcv.org |
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