Dates to Watch
Thursday, Oct. 18
Alzheimer’s & Dementia Caregiver Support Group What: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver support group for Family and Caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s and related Dementia to come together, exchange information on caregiving, talk through challenges, develop a support system and learn about community resources
When: Third Thursday of the month, 10-11 a.m.
Where: Home Care Services, 23340 Cinema Dr., Valencia More info: Contact Suzi Fox (800) 808-4777, scvevents@ homecaresantaclarita.com
Newcomers and Friends “Coffee Corner”
What: A social club open to all women in the Santa Clarita Valley who are new to the area or would like to meet new friends. Now in their 32nd year with 201 members. Learn about our club at “Coffee Corner.” Enjoy monthly luncheons, activities, and trips.
When: Every third Thursday, 10 a.m.
Where: Call for location at a local restaurant.
More info: Call 661-259-0666, 661-299-1834 or 661-254-8796. Visit www.ncandf.com.
Alzheimer’s Disease (and other dementias) Caregiver Support Group
What: Alzheimer’s support group for caregivers, family, and friends assisting patients with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. Our facilitators Mary Dembkowski and Debbie DiCorrado have been trained by the Alzheimer’s Association. And both have dealt with Alzheimer’s Disease personally while taking care of their mothers.
When: 3rd Thursday of each month. 6:30-8 p.m.,
Where: Oakmont of Santa Clarita, 28650 Newhall Ranch Road, Valencia
Cost: Free
More info: Before attending please contact Debbie DiCorrado for info at 661-993-2004 or dicorrado3@att.net. Please inquire about other available locations and dates.
Infant and Pregnancy Loss Support Group
What: Infant and Pregnancy Loss Support Group of Santa Clarita Valley
When: 7-9 p.m.
Where: Henry Mayo Fitness and Health, 24525 Town Center Drive, ValenciaNo Cost Contact: vzeilinger@gmail. com
Valencia California Family History Center Classes What: The Valencia California Family History Center holds courses to help the community discover, preserve and share family histories.
When: First and third Thursday of every month, 7 p.m. Where: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 24443 McBean Parkway, Valencia 91355
Cost: Free
More info: The center is also open daily. Hours vary. Contact 661-259-1347.
SENSES Block Party What: Whether you come dressed in your spooky best or transform yourself into a monster onsite, be sure to participate in the annual Halloween costume contest for a chance to win ghoulish prizes! Enjoy live music, gourmet food trucks and drinks from the on-street bar, hosted by El Trocadero.
When: 7-10 p.m.
Where: Main Street (between Market St. and 6th St.) Newhall 91321
Cost: Free
More info: Call 661-250-3787.
Friday, Oct. 19
Mitchell Community School Fall Festival and Silent Auction
What: Silent auction to benefit Mitchell Community School. When: 7 p.m.
Where: Mitchell Community School, 16821 Goodvale Road, Santa Clarita
Cost: Free More info: talktomitchellpta@ gmail.com
Santa Clarita Veteran Services Meeting What: This is a place for veterans to obtain information and services to make life more fulfilling.
When: 11:30 a.m. 3rd Friday of the month
Where: University Center, Room 301, at College of the Canyons, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Valencia
Cost: Free
More info: scv-vets.org
Live Music on the Patio of Route 66
What: Every Friday night, July thru October from 7-10 p.m. on the patio, there is live music, featuring Dave Lemasters. Route 66 Classic Grill offers a full bar and delicious food.
When: 7-10 p.m.
Where: Route 66 Classic Grill, 18730 Soledad Canyon Road, Santa Clarita
Cost: Free to attend, food extra.
More info: www.route66 classicgrill.com/
Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire Revival Meeting What: Come As You Are Christian Fellowship event When: 6-9 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita United Methodist Church, 26640 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita
Cost: Free
More info: Minister Janet Smith 661-523-7526, iamjanetch@gmail.com
Saturday, Oct. 20
Romance Writers of Santa Clarita
What: With only 15 members, our meetings are informal and casual. Normally, we have a bestselling author or someone discussing the craft of writing. These meeting are designed for both published and unpublished authors.
When: 3rd Saturday of the month, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where: Newhall Library, second floor in the Heritage Room. 24500 Main St., Newhall
Cost: First meeting is free. Thereafter there is a $5 charge More info: www.santa claritarwa.com
Brittany Foundation Dog Adoption Events, Saturday & Sunday
What: The Brittany Foundation Sanctuary & Dog Rescue shows our adoptable dogs at the PetSmart National Adoption Weekend events held four times a year in Stevenson Ranch. Additional dogs from our Sanctuary can be viewed on our website. The Brittany Foundation is currently scheduled to be at PetSmart every third Saturday of the month with more dogs that need forever homes. Please “Adopt, Don’t Shop!” Check our website for future updates. When: 12-3 p.m. Every third Saturday of the month Where: PetSmart, 24965 Pico Canyon Road, Stevenson Ranch
More info: Nancy Anderson, 661-713-5240, Gwen Romani, 661-257-9355; http://brittany foundationonline.org.
10th aannual Wildcat Classic What: 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 Marching Band Competition. When: 3-9 p.m.
Where: Valencia High School 27801 Dickason Drive, Valencia
Cost: $10
More info: West Ranch Music Director Jason Marshall, 661222-1220 x646, jmarshall@ hartdistrict.org. visit www. westranchmusic.com.
Spartan SoCal Beast and Sprint
What: Grit and endurance collide at Spartan’s SoCal Beast and Sprint obstacle race weekend, which will bring thousands of athletes to a brand-new venue, Tejon Ranch, Oct. 20-21. Racers will compete in a three to five-mile “Sprint” race and a 12+ mile “Beast,” race, conquering obstacles like the Spear Throw, Barbed Wire Crawl and Monkey Bars. The weekend also features a Spartan Kids race course with age-specific distances and obstacles for kids 4- to 13-years old.Spartan events focus on sport and athleticism, pushing the bodies and minds of competitors to the limit across miles of unforgiving terrain while they conquer signature obstacles. With more than one million annual participants and more than 200 events across more than 30 countries, Spartan is the world’s largest obstacle race and endurance brand. When: 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: Tejon Ranch 4436 Lebec Road
Cost: Saturday $228/Sunday $120
More info: https://www. spartan.com/en/race/ detail/4018/overview
Sunday, Oct. 21
Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 355 What: Monthly Meeting. Serving Santa Clarita Valley, San Fernando Valley and Antelope Valley.
When: Every 3rd Sunday, 9 a.m.
Where: Sizzler Restaurant, 19013 Golden Valley Road, Santa Clarita
More info: vva-355.org
Fall in Love With Fall at The Gentle Barn!
What: During the month of October, you can enjoy Halloween festivities every Sunday at The Gentle Barn. These include costume contests for those who want to dress up, decorations, Fallthemed photo backdrops and pumpkins for sale. Everyone can have a chance to feed carrots to the horses, give the pigs belly rubs and experience a warm snuggle with a chicken or turkey.
When: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Where: The Gentle Barn, 15825 Sierra Highway, Santa Clarita
Cost:Adults $20, Kids $10 More info: Becky Sasso 661252-2440 becky@gentlebarn. org https://www.gentlebarn.org
Monday, Oct. 22
Premiere Party: “The Wall: Boundaries Between and Within Us”
What:
See the Santa Paula Art Museum’s newest original exhibition, “The Wall: Boundaries Between and Within Us.” The group exhibition explores the nature of boundaries — lines that define, surround, protect, divide, include and exclude — whether real or imagined. In responding to the theme, the artists have created a thought-provoking collection of artworks that is simultaneously literal and metaphorical, social and personal, political and spiritual.
When: 4-6 p.m.
Where: Santa Paula Art Museum, 117 N. 10th St., Santa Paula
Cost: $10.00 for museum members, $15 for non-members
More info: www. santapaulaartmuseum.org, 805-525-5554 National Alliance on Mental Illness Support Group What: Focused on the family that needs support, education and resources.
When: 2nd and 4th Mondays, 7 p.m.
Where: Real Life Church, 23841 Newhall Ranch Road, Valencia
Cost: Free
More info: 818-371-9381
Oak Tree Oktoberfest Golf Classic
What: The SCV Chamber invites you to join us at our 34th annual Oktoberfest Golf Tournament, sponsored by Chiquita Canyon.
When: 8 a.m.
Where: Valencia Golf Club, 27330 Tourney Road, Valencia, CA 91355
Cost: $350 individual, $1,200 foursome
More info: Cheryl Ramirez, 661-702-6977, ext. 2002
Tuesday, Oct. 23
City Council Meeting What: Santa Clarita City Council holds its regular meeting.
When: Second and fourth Tuesday of every month, 6 p.m. (Not on second meeting in July or first meeting in August).
Where: City Hall, City Council Chambers, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita
More info: Members of the public may address the Council on the topic of their choice; speaker cards must be completed before ‘Public Participation’
Breast Health Demystified An Evening of Awareness What: Presented by: Dortha T. Chu, MD and Anjali Date, MD. Hear the latest on breast health, screening and awareness from our local experts on women’s breast health and get all of your questions answered.
• Do you know when or how to be screened for breast cancer?
• Do you know how to reduce your risk of cancer?
• If cancer does occur, learn how to increase your odds of finding it at an early more treatable stage.
• Did you know the five-year survival rate of breast cancer is over 90 percent when detected in the early stages?
• There’s no such thing as being too young. It’s a myth that young women have virtually no risk of developing breast cancer.
When: 5-7 p.m.
Where: Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital 23803 McBean Parkway, Valencia
Cost: Free
More info: Adrienne Thompson, thompsona@henrymayo. com 661-200-1562
Wednesday, Oct. 24
Stop the Bleed
What: “Stop the Bleed” is a national initiative designed to provide bystanders with the tools and knowledge they can use to stop life-threatening bleeding.
When: 4th Wednesday of the month, 6-7 p.m.
Where: Education Center at Henry Mayo Fitness and Health, 24525 Town Center Dr., Valencia
Cost: Free, registration is required
More info: Chad Cossey, 661-200-1701, cosseychad@ henrymayo.com
PFLAG Meeting
What: Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays. A support group for parents, allies, and our LGBTQ community as they deal with the coming out process, safety issues, and other matters of importance to all.
When: Fourth Wednesday of each month, 7-9 p.m.
Where: St. Stephens Episcopal Church, 24901 Orchard Village Rd, Valencia.
Cost: Free
More info: Jennifer 661-2542177 or pflagscv@gmail.com
Sierra Club SCV Group Outing-Mission Peak Moonlight Conditioning Hike What: Moderate 5 mile, 1200 ft. gain to view San Fernando Valley. Bring water, lugsoles, flashlight. Rain cancels. When: 7 p.m.
Where: Meet & PM at Neon Way Trailhead. Exit on Balboa Avenue off 118 Freeway N 2 miles to Sesnon, W1 mile to Neon Way, right to end of Street.
Cost: Free
More info: David Morrow, 661-254-5245, dlrchmorrow@ sbcglobal.net
Cub Scout Pack 499’s Halloween Carnival
What: Come one, Come all! Stevenson Ranch Cub Scout Pack 499’s Annual Halloween Carnival — free admission. Games, Prizes, Food, Costume Contest, Raffle and more! Come support your local Cub Scout Pack.
When: 6-8 p.m.
Where: Stevenson Ranch Elementary School MPR, 25820 Carroll Lane, Stevenson Ranch
Cost: Free
More info: Debbie Ragonig, 818-917-0747, debbs2298@aol. com
Thursday, Oct. 25
The ARTree Speaker Series (January through October) What: The ARTree 2015 Speaker Series presents fascinating lectures plus free-form discussions with influential artists and leaders who bring art, arts education, and exceptional projects to the diverse Santa Clarita Valley community.
When: Fourth Thursday of the month, 6:30-9 p.m.
Where: Newhall Library Community Room, 24500 Main Street, Newhall
Cost: Free
More info: For more information and a list of speakers visit www.theartree.org
New Heights Artist Series: So, You Want To Be a Public Artist
What: This free panel discussion, titled “So, You Want To Be a Public Artist,” will discuss various aspects of public arts projects, including how each panelist achieved a career in the field. Panelist include Beau K. Basse, founder of arts consultancy LeBasse Projects, and public artists MB Hanrahan and Alison Saar.
When: 7-9 p.m.
Where: The MAIN, 24266 Main Street, Old Town Newhall
Cost: Free
More info: ThursdaysAt Newhall.com/NewHeights
Classical...Plus Concert with Renowned Pianist John Pramik
What: Enjoy classical pieces by Beethoven, Chopin, Debussy and Bach as well as Scott Joplin ragtime and movie themes. Pianist John Pramik is the recipient of Austria’s Jazz Soloist Award and has toured with the Stars of the Lawrence Welk Show. He has appeared as a pianist in television and movies, including ragtime in the movie “Benjamin Button” with Brad Pitt.
When: 1-2 p.m.
Where: SCV Senior Center, 22900 Market Street, Santa Clarita
Cost: Free
More info: Robin Clough 661-259-9444, rclough@ scv-seniorcenter.org
Friday, Oct. 26
Live Music on the Patio of Route 66
What: Every Friday night, July thru October from 7-10 p.m. on the patio, there is live music, featuring Dave Lemasters. Route 66 Classic Grill offers a full bar and food. When: 7-10 p.m.
Where: Route 66 Classic Grill, 18730 Soledad Canyon Road, Santa Clarita
Cost: Free to attend, food extra.
More info: http://www. route66classicgrill.com/
Club Fear-Nightmares Haunted Walk Thru What: Free Haunted House. Join us for our third year presenting Club Fear. This year looks to be better than ever. We will be open Oct. 26, 27, 28 and Halloween Night. For those of you interested in Front of the lines passes we are taking donations to help keep this great local event free to the public and around for the local neighborhood. gofundme.com/ club-fear-nightmares-2018. When: 7-10 p.m.
Where: Route 23501 Clearidge Drive, Valencia
Cost: Free
More info: Jason Shields, 858-205-9304, surviveclub fear@gmail.com
Saturday, Oct. 27
Historic Photography Demonstration (Ages 16+) What: Follow renowned photographer Luther Gerlach and witness the magic of historic photographic processes. Participants will get an up-close view of wetcollodion tintypes and salt print processes as Gerlach uses his mammoth-plate vintage camera to shoot at nearby locations.
When: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Where: Santa Paula Art Museum’s Cole Creativity Center, 123 North 10th Street Santa Paula
Cost: $50, pre-registration required
More info: www.santa paulaartmuseum.org/classes /photographydemo, 805-525-5554