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This Month, Why don't You...
Enjoy a sunset trail ride? There are few things more magical than literally riding into the sunset with your private group and experienced guide.
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"Kingston A. Zelaya is an American actor, model, author and entrepreneur. He started acting and modeling when he was 1.5 years old and started attending Santa Clarita School of Performing Arts when he was 5. He found his agent on the weekly auditions and loves acting classes with Miss Nora. You have recognized Kingston in the Netflix 'Fatherhood' movie promo with Kevin Hart and as the star in a national commercial for Scan Health Insurance. He has played Grammy Award winner Jay-Z in the DirectTv Baby Slam Dunk commercial and appeared in a music video with Grammy award winner Rosalia and Travis Scott. He also appeared in the Peppa Pig 'Muddy Puddy' campaign. Kingston recently worked on several short films including, 'Trying' and 'Dawn.' He had the lead role of 'Camilo' and most recently he has co-starred in the film 'Malleable,' which has been selected to premier at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York. Kingston is also a recurring character on Nick Jr's 'Noggin' interactive learning show. Thank you SCSOPA for helping him on this amazing journey."
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June is National Pet Preparedness Month
One of the smartest things you can do to protect your family and pets is to make sure you regularly review and update your disaster plan, supplies and information regularly. Pledge to be a responsible pet owner who will take your pets with you in case of an emergency.
Your Basic Disaster Kit should Include:
Food and water for at least five days and bowls for each pet.
Cat litter box, litter, a litter scoop and poop bags.
Sturdy leashes, harnesses and secure carriers.
Current photos of you with your pets in case you become separated.
Written information about your pets' feeding schedules, medical conditions and behavior issues along with the name and number of your veterinarian.
Medications and medical records stored in a waterproof container and a first-aid kit.
A favorite toy for comfort and a familiar blanket for warmth.
Being prepared can make a real difference for your family. Make sure to keep digital records and make a list of places that accept pets if an emergency happens. If your pets aren't microchipped already, get that done and keep the info current. Your pets' ID tags should be up to date with your information and emergency contacts. Your local Pet Supplies Plus has a wide selection of ID tags that you can engrave at the store for free.
If there is a disaster, don't allow your pets to roam loose. Landmarks may have changed and your pet could become disoriented. It's also smart to practice evacuating in the car with your animals, so they're more comfortable if you need to leave fast in an emergency. To learn more, log onto ready.gov/animals.
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New Comedies & Workshops are Coming to the CTG this Summer
The Santa Clarita premier of the Broadway comedy "Something Rotten" plays through June 18 - and you won't want to miss it.
The year is 1595 and Shakespeare is a rockstar. A rival acting troupe, led by Nick and Nigel Bottom, are starving because they can't compete with "The Bard." They need something new, exciting and never done before.
Nick visits a soothsayer and asks what will be the newest, hottest thing in theater in the future. The soothsayer tells him that plays will have songs and dancing in them. Nick decides they will invent the musical to compete with William Shakespeare but surprise - things do not go as planned. The result? The funniest musical comedy ever written.
This summer, you can also celebrate with CTG as they reflect on over 20 years as the gold standard of summer youth workshops. The Canyon Theatre Guild is excited to announce three great shows that local youth will be producing this summer.
CTG Stars - ages 13 to 17 - bring you Disney's "Descendants: The Musical." This brand-new musical comedy features the beloved characters and hit songs from the films.
CTG Jrs, ages 10 to 13, premiers the exciting "Marvelous Universe: The Musical." Mediocre Man has trouble making his mark, but when heroes start mysteriously losing their powers, he might have just what they need to save the day!
CTG Kids, ages reading to 10, goes Dark Ages with "Medieval Madness & the Quest for Good Manners." An evil witch has cast a spell banishing good manners and now no one is getting along!
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There's Still Time
Enroll Now for Gilchrist Farm Summer Camp
Horse care, grooming, riding and an end-of-the-week horse show - what's not to love!? At Gilchrist Farm, your campers will learn how to groom, tack up and ride horses or enhance their current riding expertise by trying something new. Then they'll end the week with a super-fun horse show complete with ribbons and prizes. They will explore English, Western, Driving, Mounted Archery and more!
Plus, campers will milk goats, gather eggs, pet pigs and bunnies, feed the ducks and tortoises, enjoy the horses and take the mini mule for a walk. They'll learn about gardening, composting and raising their own food, watch eggs hatch and learn to care for chicks. Your youngsters can also experience soap and candle making, leather working, rag doll making and woodworking. Gilchrist Farm is known for games! Your kiddos will talk endlessly about the milk-jug bowling, horseshoes competitions, cornhole, water balloon battles, tug-o-war, gunny sack races, water play, obstacle course, mud run and other wholesome activities.
Check their website for info on Mini Farm Camp for ages 2 to 5 and the Counselor in Training program for children 12 to 16 years old, too.
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A "Need to Read" Drowning Prevention Checklist
Supervision
Never leave your child unsupervised in or near any body of water.
There is no substitute for supervision.
Don't allow barriers, such as fences or walls, to give you a false sense of security
Keep toys, tricycles and other children's play things away from the pool or spa
Don't consider your children to be "drown-proof" even if they are enrolled in swimming lessons.
Do not rely on "water wings" or inflatable devices to keep your child afloat
Barriers
Fencing, walls, latched doors, covers and alarms should always be utilized
Doors and windows leading to the pool area should be kept closed and locked
Fence gates should have self-closing, self-latching mechanisms
Teach your children to swim
Door, window and gate latches should be out of reach of children
Always drain standing surface water off of the pool or spa cover
Your pool or spa should always have well-maintained barriers or "layers of safety"
Emergency Procedures
Install a phone, or keep a cordless phone, in the pool or spa area
Know how to contact local emergency medical services
Post emergency phone numbers in an easy-to-see location
Child caregivers should always be familiar with emergency procedures
Learn and practice how to administer lifesaving techniques - CPR - to children
An easy reminder: Fence the pool, shut the gate - teach your kids to swim, it's great! Supervise - watch your mate - and learn how to resuscitate!
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Summer is the Time for Unstructured Stillness
by Publisher Therese Edwards Tunney
Most days, our kids are beholden to routines - just like the rest of us. But during those long school-less summer days, we have an opportunity to let them just be - unrushed, unbothered. Resist the urge to "keep them busy." We don't need another generation of adults who feel uncomfortable being still. (Hi. That's me. Probably you, too.). What can that look like? Literally anything: a massive pile of books from the library; watching "one more" show; sleeping in; lounging in a makeshift tent with the cat; sitting in the garden.
What it doesn't look like: pressure to do something a certain way; rushing; feeling guilty because whatever is being done isn't productive or traditionally educational.
Kids who know how to rest, recharge and set some boundaries become adults who are healthier - mentally an physically.
Summer is the time to set aside some time to just... be. I hope you join in on the calm.

Canyons Aquatic Club Hires New Head Coach
Kyle Hastings Named to the Position
Canyons Aquatic Club is thrilled to announce the hiring of Kyle Hastings as head coach. "We are extremely excited and fortunate to have Kyle Hastings join our club as head coach. He brings an outstanding coaching skill set to Canyons Aquatic Club that will build on our rich past and lead us into the future to new and even greater heights. Kyle has the perfect balance of club and collegiate coaching experience paired with patience and wisdom that will greatly help all of our Canyons swimmers to reach their potential and achieve their dreams. We look forward to Kyle's leadership of our club for many years to come," says Scott Blietz, Canyons board president.
Kyle intends to place a renewed emphasis on achieving the high standards that the Canyons Aquatic Club is known for throughout California and the nation since its founding in 1978. He envisions a well-rounded club with space for all swimmers, from those seeking to win Olympic medals to those looking to have a fun, recreational swimming experience. "I believe in helping athletes achieve a high level of self-confidence while building a positive team culture. We will be a process-oriented team, focused on building a supportive environment, centered around personal and athletic excellence," says Hastings.
He brings with him a balance of traditional swim training along with the use of new technology and techniques to continuously advance the achievements of the swimmers at Canyons. Kyle's background includes extensive experience at the high school, USA Club and NCAA Division I collegiate level. Kyle most recently served as head swim coach and aquatics director at Ransom Everglades Aquatic Club in Miami, Florida.
canyons.org