Dates to Watch Sunday, July 28
Today
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: 10 a.m.
Where: Call for location at a local restaurant.
Cost: Free
More info: Call 661-259-0666, 661-299-1834 or 661-254-8796. Visit www.ncandf.com or email info@ncandf.com
Saturday, July 20
Hold ’em for Family Promise What: Raise the ante to help homeless children and their families at Family Promise’s first Poker fundraiser with dinner and drinks. Prizes will be given for the final table. 100% of the proceeds from the event will benefit Family Promise of SCV. When: 6 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Where: Fasthouse, 28757 Industry Drive, Valencia
Cost: $100
More info: familypromisescv.org
SCV Water Gardening Class: Sustainable Landscaping What: Come to this SCV Water Gardening Class and learn about the basic elements included in sustainable landscaping, including ways to preserve natural resources, be water-wise, and still have a landscape that meets your needs.
When: 9 a.m. - noon
Where: SCV Water, 27234 Bouquet Canyon Road
Cost: Free
More info: yourscvwater.com/ gardening-classes/
Wildfire Town Hall What: Assemblywoman Christy Smith, D-Santa Clarita, chair of the Joint Legislative Committee on Emergency Management, will partner with the Los Angeles County Fire Department and the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department for a Wildfire Preparedness Town Hall Meeting. The event is the second in a series of forums across the 38th Assembly District to better prepare constituents for the challenges of California’s year-round wildfires.
When: 10 a.m. to noon. Guests are encouraged to arrive by 9:45 a.m.
Where: Wiley Canyon Elementary School, 24240 La Glorita Circle, Newhall
Cost: Free
More info: bit.ly/ SCVWildfirePrep or call 661-286-1565
Sunday, July 21
Relive a Belize travel adventure with the Placerita Canyon Nature Center What: It’s time to relive another “cool” travel adventure with Placerita Canyon Nature Center docent Nikki Dail. She’ll talk about Belize and take you to the Cayes, fly over the Blue Hole, tour the Belize Zoo, explore Mayan ruins, and get rescued after being trapped inside a flooded cave, while learning about the flora and fauna along the way.
When: 2 - 3 p.m.
Where: Placerita Canyon Nature Center, 19152 Placerita Canyon Road, Newhall
Cost: Free
More info: Call 661-259-7721
Monday, July 22
Wildfire Town Hall What: Join Sen. Scott Wilk, Supervisor Kathryn Barger and Assemblyman Tom Lackey at the Wildfire Town Hall to hear from the experts and learn practices for keeping your home safe in a wildfire, what are preventative measures taken by utility companies, state and county preparedness plans and the City of Santa Clarita’s response/action plan.
When: 6 - 8 p.m.
Where: The Centre, 20880 Centre Pointe Parkway, Santa Clarita
Cost: Free
More info: tinyurl.com/ y58dkq5c or call 661-286-1471
Tuesday, July 23
SCV Education Foundation Cornhole Tournament What: The SCV Education Foundation will host a cornhole tournament fundraiser. The firstplace winner will receive $50, and the second- and third-place winners will receive $25. When: 6:30 - 9 p.m.
Where: Wolf Creek Brewery, 25108 Rye Canyon Loop, Santa Clarita
Cost: $30 entry fee per twoperson team
More info: bit.ly/2YapC3e
Friday, July 26
Movies Under the Stars at Hart Park
What: Come to Hart Park as Movies Under the Stars presents a screening of “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.” Avenues Supported Living Services will be selling snow cones, popcorn, candy and drinks for guests. Bring chairs, blankets and towels.
When: 7 - 9 p.m.
Where: William S. Hart Regional Park, 24151 Newhall Ave., Newhall, 91321
Cost: Free
More info: Call 661-259-1750
Saturday, July 27
‘Very Potter Celebration’ What: The Open Book Canyon Country will host its annual “Very Potter Celebration,” celebrating ahead of the birthday of the Boy Who Lived, the book store will have free books for kids, free crafts, free activities, a gift-basket raffle and just a lot of wickedly wizardry fun. Come dressed in your favorite cosplay, represent your house (we are Hufflepuff and welcome all). When: 11:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. Where: The Open Book Canyon Country, 19188 Soledad Canyon Road, Santa Clarita
Cost: Free
More info: facebook.com/pg/ Theopenbookvalencia/posts/
Soundcheck
What: Soundcheck is the SCVTV Community Media Center’s newest music series that provides a platform for young musicians from the Santa Clarita Valley to show off their musical prowess with the performance of original songs. The show will begin with special guest, Ruby Garcia, and feature the main acts Dean Decay and Familiar Friends.
When: 8 - 10 p.m.
Where: The MAIN, 24266 Main St., Newhall
Cost: $8
More info: bit.ly/2SkCM8M Conjuring for a Cure What: Presented by Slow Motion Magic, Conjuring for a Cure will be holding its second annual benefit to help the Michael J. Fox Foundation’s Parkinson’s Disease research fund. Come for an afternoon of family-friendly comedy and magic that will leave you both laughing and amazed.
When: noon - 2 p.m.
Where: 23120 Lyons Ave., Newhall
Cost: $20 advance, $25 at the door
More info: parkinsonsmagician@gmail.com or call 818-201-4941
‘Secret Ingredients’ Screening What: The Santa Clarita Valley chapter of the Holistic Moms Network will host a screening of the documentary “Secret Ingredients.” The film shares different stories of people who learned about different ingredients in the foods they ate and what they did to decide to avoid those ingredients.
When: 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Where: SCV Birth Center, 23548 Lyons Ave., Suite B, Santa Clarita
Cost: $20 advance, $25 at the door
More info: bit.ly/2Y8oLjE
Tuesday, July 30
Art Tank Discussion What: Join Art Tank for this informal discussion and bring us your tips and tricks on how you use your time more effectively to create greater results. If you have successful tools and ideas about organizational habits, discipline, systematization, goals, values and time management, come out to this discussion and share. When: 7 - 9 p.m.
Where: The MAIN, 24266 Main St., Newhall
Cost: Free
More info: calendar.santaclarita.com/event/art_tank
Aug. 2 - 4
Free Summer Shakespeare: ‘Julius Caesar’
What: Free Shakespeare is one of the oldest cultural events in our community and will be continuing with this festival season with “Julius Caesar,” directed by Erin McBride Africa. “Julius Caesar” was written based on true events and is still one of the most relevant of Shakespeare’s plays, depicting the struggle for power and public manipulation. When: 7 p.m.
Where: Newhall Family Theatre for the Performing Arts, 24600 Walnut St.
Cost: Free
More info: scshakespearefest.org
‘Little Shop of Horrors’ What: “Little Shop of Horrors” is a kid-friendly horror comedy rock musical, by composer Alan Menken and writer Howard Ashman, about a hapless florist shop worker who raises a plant that feeds on human blood and flesh: “The Santa Clarita Diet.” With four performances, this production features many talented local teens and Canyon High School alumni.
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Canyon High School Performing Arts Center, 19300 W. Nadal St., Canyon Country Cost: Free
More info: 661-299-5264
Saturday, Aug. 3
REMO Drum Circle What: REMO Drums — Valencia, the world’s largest drum manufacturer, will host a drumming circle led by world renowned drumming instructor and percussionist Chris Ramirez with dinner and refreshments afterward. Proceeds from the event will benefit Family Promise of SCV.
When: 5 - 7 p.m.
Where: REMO Drums, 28101 Industry Drive, Valencia
Cost: Adult $30, child $15, children 2 and under are free More info: familypromisescv.org
Sunday, Aug. 4
Lazy Days Luau Dance with the Sierra Hillbillies What: The Sierra Hillbillies will be kicking back with Ed Foote calling squares and cuer John Downing on rounds. Come enjoy the lazy days of summer with us. Casual dress is always welcome. When: The dancing begins with rounds at 2 p.m. and squares at 2:30 p.m.
Where: Valencia United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 25718 McBean Parkway Cost: Free
More info: sierrahillbillies.org or call 661-254-4272
‘Portals’ Art Exhibit What: Artist Naomi Young will be on hand to discuss her latest exhibition of original art in pastel, watercolor, acrylics and oil. Wine and refreshments will be served and there will be a live musical performance by Maanak. The exhibition runs from Aug. 1 to Sept. 21 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, closed Mondays.
When: 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Where: Canyon Theatre Guild, 24242 Main St., Newhall
Cost: Free
More info: santaclaritaarts. com/2019/03/27/portals/
Thursday, Aug. 8
SCV Water Gardening Class: Designing a Sustainable Landscape What: Come to this SCV Water Gardening Class and learn what you would need to design your own sustainable landscape. Whether you have a blank slate or a landscape in need of a makeover, learn how to incorporate sustainable gardening concepts in your project. You can preserve natural resources, be water-wise and still have a landscape that meets your needs. When: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Where: SCV Water, 27234 Bouquet Canyon Road
Cost: Free
More info: yourscvwater.com/ gardening-classes/
Saturday, Aug. 10
11th annual SILENTS Under the Stars
What: The event will feature a screening of “Square Deal Sanderson,” a 1919 silent film starring William S. Hart, celebrating its 100th anniversary, with accompanying live music by Ray Lowe under the oaks at Hart Hall, as well as a meal provided by Rattlers BBQ, musical entertainment by the Grateful Dudes bluegrass band and a silent auction featuring some unique Western items and local artwork. Tours of Hart Mansion will be offered prior to the event with shuttle service.
When: Tours begin at 5 p.m., event begins at 6 p.m.
Where: Hart Hall, William S. Hart Regional Park, 24151 Newhall Ave.
Cost: $50
More info: friendsofhartpark. com/silents
SCV Water Gardening Class: Proper Turf Care & Turf Substitutes What: Come to this SCV Water Gardening Class and learn about techniques to maintain your turf that will keep it thriving and may improve water efficiency. Or, if you’re looking for some ideas for turf substitutes, we’ve got that covered, too, with plants that work well instead of turf in your landscape.
When: 9 a.m. - noon
Where: SCV Water, 27234 Bouquet Canyon Road
Cost: Free
More info: yourscvwater.com/ gardening-classes/
Thursday, Aug. 15
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: 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 or email info@ncandf.com
Friday, Aug. 16
Movies Under the Stars at Hart Park
What: Come to Hart Park as Movies Under the Stars presents a screening of “Mary Poppins Returns.” Avenues Supported Living Services will be selling snow cones, popcorn, candy and drinks for guests. Bring chairs, blankets and towels.
When: 7 - 9 p.m.
Where: William S. Hart Regional Park, 24151 Newhall Ave., Newhall, 91321
Cost: Free
More info: Call 661-259-1750
Friday, Aug. 16
Foster Care Information Seminar What: Foster care and foster-adoption are meaningful ways for individuals and couples to fulfill their dream of parenting. There are approximately 64,000 children in foster care in California. Discover if you have the willingness, ability and resources to take on the challenge of helping a child in need.
When: 10 a.m. - noon
Where: Children’s Bureau, 27200 Tourney Road, Suite 175, Valencia Cost: Free
More info: To RSVP or for more information, call 661-208-4212 or email RFrecruitment@all4kids.org
Tuesday, Aug. 20
Toastmasters What: It is our mission to encourage, educate and support personal growth in the areas of public speaking, job interviewing, impromptu speaking, leadership, time management, project management and presentation skills through Toastmasters International’s programs. Through self-paced programs, peer feedback, and mentoring we will help our members grow and realize their personal dreams and goals.
When: 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Where: Boston Scientific, 22155 Rye Canyon Loop
Cost: Free
More info: At the entrance, tell the guard you are here for Toastmasters at Boston Scientific. After entering the gate, go to the stop sign. Turn left. At the top of the hill we are the building on the left. Check in with the front desk, use my name. We meet in the conference room right next to the guard station. For more info, call Jim Kearney 818-636-5547