Faith calendar
Dussehra
What: This event is dedicated to mark the Hindu festival of Dussehra, which is celebrated as Lord Ram defeated the evil King Ravan and freed his captured wife on that day. The temple has also organized an interactive speaking session with Dr. Aakash Ahuja, a boardcertified psychiatrist, who will discuss the effects of social media on adolescents and children.
When: Today from 6:45 to 7:45 p.m. Where: Sri Siddhi Vinayaka Temple, 28910 Ave. Sherman, Valencia
Cost: Free
More info: Contact Prasanna at 916-2760106 or Suman at 336-289-3005
Muslim Youth of Santa Clarita Second Anniversary
What: Please join us to celebrate the 2nd anniversary for MYSC. Thank you all for your help and support throughout the past two years and more to come inshallah. Food will be served. When: Sunday, Oct. 13 at 2:30 p.m. Where: Valencia Meadows Park, 25671 Fedala Road, Valencia Cost: $10
More info: myscgroup.org
Trunk or Treats SC United Methodist Church
What: Please join us for our 9th annual Trunk-or-Treat! This is a free event designed to be a safe, fun activity for families. Children of all ages can trick-or-treat from trunk to trunk in our parking lot. Donations accepted.
When: Sunday, Oct. 27 from 5-6:30 p.m. Where: Santa Clarita United Methodist Church, 26640 Bouquet Canyon Road Cost: Free
More info: 661-2973783
First Presbyterian Church
What: Wear your Halloween costume, bring a bag to hold the candy and get ready for the First Presbyterian Church of Newhall’s early Halloween Trunk or Treat party. We’ll have food, a s’mores station, pumpkin stomp, games, music, costume contest, photos and plenty of trunks filled with treats. When: Saturday, Oct. 19 from 4 to 6 p.m. Where: First Presbyterian Church, 24317 North Newhall Ave., Newhall Cost: Free
More info: 661-2590555 or presby2@pacbell.net
Valencia United Methodist Church
What: Our annual Trunk or Treat party is safe family fun, free and open to the community. It is for kids through sixth grade and features games, crafts, and of course, candy. A DJ adds to the party atmosphere. Come to our parking lot to see the decorated cars and trucks. Non-scary costumes, please. When: Sunday, Oct. 27 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Where: 25718 McBean Parkway, Valencia Cost: Free
More info: 661-2551301
21st annual Harvest Fest
What: Join for its 21st annual chili cook-off, a pie eating contest, coat drive for House of Joy Church in Arizona to benefit the Navajo community, pony rides, free food and other activities.
When: Saturday, Oct. 19 from 5 to 8 p.m. Where: Christ Lutheran Church, 25816 Tournament Road More info: clcscv.org