Turn an Ordinary Room into Extraordinary before the Holidays
This season is all about "gathering" - which is much easier and more pleasant to do when you love your space. If you're in a re-design rut, visit the professionals at Rudio Designs. Every Friday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., you're invited to visit the design company's location at 23340 Cinema Drive in Valencia for an evening of wine, cheese - and inspiration!; 799-5868 www.rudiodesignz.com

Let there be Light!
Nothing lifts a neighborhood's communal spirit more than festively-decorated homes. This year, gift neighbors and guests with a lighting display that inspires smiles. Let the pros do the dangerous ladder climbing; just relax and take in the (bright) sights. Holiday light guru Darell Lee has had his work featured on "Monk," "Bedtime Stories" and K-ABC7 News. Lee's popular Santa Clarita-based service has been serving Santa Clarita since 1999; 297-7013

Breathtaking Landscapes and Magnificent Decorations
Memorable experiences and beautiful settings are created through unique design, brilliant lighting, breathtaking landscapes and magnificent decorations. MGS Landscape understands the issues and concerns that can be daunting. Through the stresses of the season, they work with their clients to eliminate any concerns with the appearance of their properties, both inside and out. Their teams of landscape architects and designers provide creative solutions to interior or exterior decorations, lighting and existing landscapes to create memorable experiences. They bring to life landscapes that become beautiful and eye catching while providing solutions to interior rooms through wreaths, garland and trees to create a truly unique holiday setting. This year, MGS Landscape is starting their very own holiday contest. Let them work with you to create your very own unique holiday experience. If you would like to talk with them about regular landscape services they will put up a string of lights at no cost. Who knows? Maybe your property will be the lucky winner!; 993-7378