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Halloween Parade & Costume Party at Old Town Newhall Library Branch
Kids ages 0 to 11 can join their families in a Halloween celebration, complete with crafts, storytime and a parade around the library. Held in the Community Room on Thursday, October 31, this is just one of the Santa Clarita Public Library Halloween events. Log on for more details about Halloween library experiences at your local branch throughout the month of October.
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This Dentist Wants your Kids to Eat Candy on Halloween
There are 365 days in a year. So what if a handful of those include big servings of sweet stuff?
That's the perspective of Dr. Marvin Tong, DDS, who wants parents to know: One night of candy in excess isn't going to "ruin" your children's overall oral health.
The goal, says Dr. Tong, is to raise kids who understand that most things can be enjoyed in thoughtful moderation - and that we can have fun with candy on Halloween, especially when we are smart about keeping our other healthy practices in place while we do it.
"Our office stresses the importance of a balanced, healthy diet; subbing water for sugar-filled beverages when possible; twice-daily brushing and nightly flossing," says Office Manger Becky Short.
"In my own family, we start Halloween celebrations with a filling, nutrient-dense meal so that the kids don't have so much 'room' to really gorge on candy and we have a rule that you can't have soda and candy at the same time - you have to choose," says Short. "And, no matter how tired we are, we always end the evening with a good brushing."
Dr. Marvin Tong, DDS 268-6284

"Santa Clarita School of Performing Arts (SCSOPA) has proven to be a place offering a platform for aspiring performers in acting, voice-over work, modeling, pageantry and more. My daughter, Bailey, who recently relocated from Dallas, Texas, to Southern California, has experienced firsthand the remarkable impact SCSOPA can have on a young talent's career.From the moment we stepped into SCSOPA, we knew we were in the right place. The team, led by the incredibly dedicated Mike and Cindy, has been nothing short of amazing. Mike's open-door policy set the tone for the supportive environment at SCSOPA. Bailey attends weekly sessions in acting, modeling and voice-over classes. The curriculum is well-rounded, providing her with the skills for the entertainment industry. Within just three months of joining SCSOPA, we were thrilled to secure an agent and even land a few auditions, a testament to the quality of training they provide. We are incredibly grateful for the networking opportunities that SCSOPA has facilitated. The connections made here have been instrumental in Bailey's rapid progress in the industry. Thanks to the dedicated efforts of the SCSOPA team, Bailey's career has been jump-started in the best possible way, and we are excited to see where this journey takes her."
Bailey's Family

Circus Vargas Presents Jubile! An Epic World Celebration
Coming to Santa Clarita at Valencia Town Center September 13 to September 23 and Woodland Hills September 28 to October 14, this show features opera-trained Ringmaster Johnathan Lee Iverson.
Iverson guides the audience through an experience of different cultures and nationalities, joining hand in hand, coming together through acrobatic and aerial artistry to entertain, laugh, live, love and celebrate as one.
Featuring the world's finest performers from 15 different countries, the circus is Santa Clarita's favorite choice for more laughs, thrills and priceless memories under the Big Top - and only at Circus Vargas.
Don't miss the ultimate entertainment experience of 2024 - get your tickets now by logging on.
circusvargas.com/tickets