Community Calendar
You can submit your events for inclusion on The Signal’s community calendar, which appears both online and in print, by visiting signalscv.com/calendar.
‘Nancy Who?’ at The Main
May 14, 15, 20, 21, 22, 27, 28 and 29. The Main, 24266 Main St., Newhall Tickets are on sale for the rollicking show, “Nancy Who? The Girl Detective Without a Clue!” a parody play of everyone’s favorite teen detective. Nancy is a typical 1930s teen enjoying life without a care in the world — except she is an amazing crime-solving sleuth. General admission is $15 and tickets and a list of available showtimes are available online at atthemain.org.
Relay for Life
9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, May 14
Central Park, 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita
The Santa Clarita chapter of the American Cancer Society is scheduled May 14 to host its annual leading fundraiser of the year, Relay for Life. The theme this year is “Hope Around the World.” The family-friendly event is free and open to all, featuring live entertainment, games, food and raffle baskets. The opening ceremony honors cancer survivors and caregivers. In the evening, the Luminaria Ceremony, illuminated by luminaria bags, remembers those who lost their battle to cancer and honors those continuing the fight. To purchase decorated luminaria bags for a $10 donation, or to personally decorate one, contact Luminaria@SCVRelay.org. For more information visit www.Facebook. com/SCVRelay or www.SCVRelay.org or contact abby.smith@cancer.org
Silver Spur Celebration Honoring Bruce Fortine
6 p.m. Saturday, May 14
Santa Clarita Studios, 25135 Anza Drive, Valencia
In recognition of his unwavering support to College of the Canyons throughout its five-decade history, the college’s foundation will present Bruce Fortine with the prestigious “Silver Spur” Community Service Award. The annual COC Silver Spur Celebration is held each spring and is considered to be one of the community’s most popular and elegant evening events. It is traditionally held at a distinctive landmark location, one that reflects the unique characteristics of the honoree and allows guests to celebrate their accomplishments in style. Tickets: $200 per person. For more information, to purchase tickets, or to become an event sponsor, contact the COC Foundation at 661-362-3434 or email cocfoundation@ canyons.edu.
SCV Dodger Day
7:10 p.m. Saturday, May 14
For the first time since 2019, the city of Santa Clarita is organizing 43rd city of Santa Clarita Dodger Day to see the hometown Los Angeles Dodgers take on the Philadelphia Phillies. Tickets are grouped together to ensure Santa Clarita residents get to sit together. Residents will be able to select preferred seating when purchasing tickets. $30 (preferred) to $68 (Loge Box) . For more information and to purchase tickets online visit SCVDodgerDay.com or contact Ashley Gurrola on 661-255-4965.
Zonta Club’s 37th annual Women in Service Celebration
10 a.m. May 14
The Centre, 20880 Centre Pointe Parkway
This luncheon honors dynamic volunteers who are nominated by non-profit organizations that share our mission. These outstanding women contribute their time and expertise to make our community a better place to live. All nominees will be honored; however, one nominee will be chosen to receive the Carmen Sarro Award for “Improving the Status of Women Through Community Service.” All nominees must be 16 years or older. Individuals can be re-nominated for their service if they have not received the Carmen Sarro Award for exceptional service and giving. More info: scvzonta.org
Family Promise Gala
7 p.m. Saturday, May 14
Canyon Country Community Center, 18410 Sierra Highway, Santa Clarita
Family Promise of Santa Clarita Valley plans to host its first gala on Saturday, May 14, to commemorate a special evening of “Building Hope, Celebrating Community.” The evening’s honorees are Terry and Larry Comp, founders of Family Promise of SCV, and Sadie and Lance Williams of Williams Homes, in recognition of their commitment and profound impact on the lives of the families and children the agency serves. For additional information visit www.familypromisescv.org or contact Roché Vermaak at contact@familypromisescv.org.
Stop the Stigma Mental Health Rally
10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 14 Bridgeport Marketplace Park, 23811 Newhall Ranch Road, Valencia
Mental Health Hookup is presenting the Stop the Stigma SCV Mental Health Awareness Rally, a community-based mental health event that will address the issues of Santa Clarita residents who are suffering from mental illness. Event to feature professional speakers, resource tables and booths that will provide information and guidance to address mental health issues. The event is being produced in association with Child and Family Center, College of the Canyons, Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health, Mental Health America of Los Angeles, Santa Clarita Veteran Services Collaborative, SRD Straightening Reins, and NAMI – National Alliance on Mental Health. More information: contact Barbara B. Wilson at 818-517-9902 or visit www. mentalhealthhookup.org.
Community Bike Ride
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 14 Multiple start locations (see below)
Get on two wheels and explore the city of Santa Clarita’s extensive bike trail system during the 2022 “Hit the Trail” Community Bike Ride. The free, self-guided bicycle riding event is for individuals and families throughout Santa Clarita and anyone can join. Riders can begin and end their ride at one of three locations in Santa Clarita: The Iron Horse Trailhead (4 miles), the George A. Caravalho Santa Clarita Sports Complex (10 miles) or the Lost Canyon Trailhead (15.5 miles). Participants will follow route markers from their start location to Bridgeport Park before journeying back for the finish. The first 200 riders to arrive at Bridgeport Park will also receive a goody bag from the city of Santa Clarita. More information: BikeSantaClarita.com.
CTG Presents “Something Rotten! (in Denmark)” Weekends, May 14-June 18
Canyon Theatre 24242 Main St, Newhall
Guild,
Come see the local community theater group’s production of this hilarious Broadway musical comedy, nominated for 10 Tony Awards. Ticket prices vary for adults, children and seniors. Performances scheduled 8 p.m. Friday, June 17; 2 p.m. Saturdays, June 11 and 18; 8 p.m. Saturdays, May 14, 21, 28, and June 4, 11 and 18; 2 p.m. Sundays, May 15, 22, 29, and June 5 and 12. Tickets and information: Call 661799-2702 or visit www.canyontheatre.org.
CBS Film Series Presents ‘Finding Babel’
2 p.m. Sunday, May 15 Congregation Beth Shalom, 21430 Centre Pointe Parkway, Santa Clarita
Andrei Malaev-Babel traces the life and history of his grandfather Isaac Babel throughout Ukraine, Russia, and France. Isaac Babel is known as one of the greatest writers of the 20th century. The masterpieces of this Russian-Ukrainian writer challenged the ideology of the Soviet Union. Babel was born in Odessa, revolted against his strict Jewish upbringing, and signed on with a regiment of the Cossacks. Lingering traces of a turbulent history echo in Babel’s writing and in the conflicts of today’s Ukraine and Russia. Babel’s voice comes to life as Liev Schrieber narrates excerpts from his stories. Admission is $5 per person, which includes popcorn and concessions. Raffle tickets will be on sale for $1, offering a chance to win a $25 gift card. RSVP to cbsfilmseries@gmail.com or 661-254-2411.
SCAA Acrylic Still Life Demo by Ramos
6:30-8:30 p.m. Monday, May 16
The Main Theatre, 24266 Main St., Newhall.
Christina Ramos will be demonstrating still life with acrylic for the Santa Clarita Artists Association. The demo will be live at the theater, and it will also be broadcast on Zoom. For the link, see www. santaclaritaartists.org. Attendance is free to the public. Ramos focuses on figurative realism and contemporary portraiture. Ramos has been recognized by Southwest Art Magazine as a winner in its annual “Artistic Excellence” competition, as well as being a featured artist in Fine Art Connoisseur Magazines article “21 Figure Paintings You Must See.”
‘Beauty and the Beast’ at Castaic High School
7 p.m. May 17-20
Castaic High School, 31575 Valley Creek Road, Castaic
Castaic High School is featuring “Beauty and the Beast,” a magical re-telling of the story of Beauty and the Beast, first performed in this version by the Royal Shakespeare Company. This timeless tale of the true nature of beauty and the transformational power of love is brought to glorious life in Laurence Boswell’s adaptation, which draws on the origins of the tale in French folklore, and is filled with music, movement and song. Tickets are $15 for adults, and $8 for students and seniors. More information and tickets are available by visiting our.show/beauty/beast.
‘Punchlines’ Free Comedy Show
7 p.m. Tuesday, May 17
Pocock Brewery, 24907 Avenue Tibbitts, Suite B, Santa Clarita
Weekly free Tuesday night comedy show. This week’s lineup: Headliner Mark Schumacher, as seen on “Last Comic Standing,” plus Gali Kroup, Jeff Charlebois, Orion Levine, Sarah Taylor, Jeff Frame and John Wynn.
Business After Hours Mixer at Valencia Acura
5:30-7 p.m. Wednesday, May 18 Valencia Acura, 23955 Creekside Road, Santa Clarita
The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce’s annual mixer at Valencia Acura is back this May, featuring a celebratory ribbon-cutting ceremony to commemorate Valencia Acura’s 25th anniversary. Join professionals from across the SCV for networking, food and drinks. Tickets $15 for chamber members, $30 for non-members. Tickets available at bit.ly/39aFOsx.
Virtual Orientation for Potential Foster Parents
4-5 p.m. Thursday, May 19
Online via Zoom
Children’s Bureau, a nonprofit leader in protecting vulnerable children, is hosting a live Zoom orientation featuring a Children’s Bureau team member and foster parent. For those who want to learn at their own pace about becoming a foster and/or fost-adopt parent, a PowerPoint orientation is available. To RSVP for the live orientation or to request the PowerPoint orientation, email rfrecruitment@all4kids.org or call 833-983-2837 or 661-289-4231.