Things To Do In Santa Clarita – August 24, 2016: Sand Fire: Fire and Sheriff Thank You Benefit hosted by the SCV Disaster Coalition, City of Santa Clarita; 2016 “Ladies Night Out” at Reyes Winery; Carousel Ranch’s 20th Annual Heart of the West… and more!

Sand Fire: Fire and Sheriff Thank You Benefit hosted by the SCV Disaster Coalition, City of Santa Clarita 8/27

2016 “Ladies Night Out” at Reyes Winery 8/26

Carousel Ranch’s 20th Annual Heart of the West 8/27

Concerts in the Park: Timeless Wonder, Hollywood Blondie 8/27

Mini Cocktails on the Roof Pre-Event: “Good Times for a Great Cause” 8/25

“Dancing With Our Stars”Annual Fundraiser presented by the Magazine of Santa Clarita 8/26

Sand Fire: Fire and Sheriff Thank You Benefit hosted by the SCV Disaster Coalition, City of Santa Clarita

When: Saturday, August 27 from 3 to 5 p.m.
Where: Central Park, 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Santa Clarita Coalition, More information from KHTS

What: The SCV Disaster Coalition and City of Santa Clarita are hosting a Sand Fire benefit event thanking firefighters and sheriff’s deputies before an extended Concerts in the Park show. First responders will be there to meet and greet community members before the headlining acts, Timeless Wonder and Hollywood Blondie. Instead of bringing gifts, residents are asked to direct all donations to local victims of the Sand Fire through the SCV Disaster Coalition, which will be collecting monetary donations and gift cards at the event.

2016 “Ladies Night Out” at Reyes Winery

When: Friday, August 26 from 5 to 8 p.m.
Where: Reyes Winery, 10262 Sierra Highway in Agua Dulce
Website: Reyes Winery

What: Come mingle with other ladies, enjoy some delicious appetizers and talk about wine, weather or anything wonderful! Cost is $35 per person, which includes one glass of wine of your choice, and hors d’oeuvres to a light dinner on the North Terrace.

Carousel Ranch’s 20th Annual Heart of the West

When: Saturday, August 27 at 6 p.m.
Where: Carousel Ranch, 34289 Rocking Horse Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Carousel Ranch

What: Join Carousel Ranch for the 20th annual “Heart of the West” dinner, auction and children’s demonstration. Guests will experience genuine hospitality and authentic western charm, while supporting equestrian therapy for children with disabilities.

Concerts in the Park – Timeless Wonder, Hollywood Blondie

When: Saturday, August 27 – Timeless Wonder at 6:30 p.m.; Hollywood Blondie at 8 p.m.
Where: Central Park, 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: City of Santa Clarita – Concerts in the Park

What: Timeless Wonder is a remarkable tribute that celebrates the career of one of America’s musical icons, Stevie Wonder. The Timeless Wonder show is guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages and cultures. Hollywood Blondie is The ULTIMATE Blondie experience paying tribute to the iconic 80’s band.  As huge fans of the original, Hollywood Blondie is fun to watch and hear as they play the absolute best of Blondie songs while channeling the vibe, sound and look of the band with no tracks!

Mini Cocktails on the Roof Pre-Event: “Good Times for a Great Cause”

When: Thursday, August 25 from 5 to 10 p.m.
Where: Solita Tacos and Margaritas, 24201 Valencia Blvd, Suite 3470 in Santa Clarita
Website: WiSH Education Foundation

What: Get “roof ready” by practicing the “Thriller” dance and enjoying amazing food and cocktails. Solita Tacos and Margaritas is offering their Happy Hour food and drinks menu for an extended time, the full menu, live DJ, dancing and a “Make Your Own Margarita Station” — at no cover charge. Fifteen percent of the evening’s proceeds will be donated directly to the WiSH Education Foundation. WiSH ambassadors and board members, sponsors and vendors will be there to answer questions and sell tickets for the upcoming 9/9 event.

“Dancing With Our Stars”Annual Fundraiser presented by the Magazine of Santa Clarita

When: Friday, August 26 at 7 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Rd in Santa Clarita
Website: Santa Clarita PAC

What: Don’t miss the hottest dancing competition in town! Presented by The Magazine of Santa Clarita and elite Magazine, local “stars” will dance for their favorite nonprofit organizations to raise awareness and funds for local charities.

The SCV Men of Harmony Chorus 2016 Annual Ice Cream Social

When: Sunday, August 28 at 2 p.m.
Where: SCV Senior Center, 22900 Market Street in Newhall
Website: SCV Men of Harmony

What: The SCV Men of Harmony Chorus proudly present its 40th Annual Harmony Show and Ice Cream Social, an a-cappella harmony and ice cream event for the whole family. Tickets and more information are available online or by calling 661-505- 7597.

More Things To Do In Santa Clarita:

SCV Historical Society & The Historical Society of Southern CA present “The Jenkins Brothers: An Eye on the Substantial”

When: Saturday, August 27 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Where: Old Town Newhall Library, 24500 Main Street in Santa Clarita
Website: Santa Clarita Public Library

What: For 80 years, from the 1850s to the 1930s, Charles and William Jenkins were notable figures in greater Los Angeles. Come hear a panel of speakers talk about these remarkable and controversial brothers, and their impact on Los Angeles and the Santa Clarita Valley. Speakers include Louis DiDonato, Dr. Alan Pollack, Wayne Sherman and Paul R. Spitzzeri.

Todo Para Cristo Services

When: Thursdays from 7 to 9 p.m. and Sundays from 6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Todo Para Cristo (All For Christ), 23670 Wiley Canyon Road, near Orchard Village
Website: Todo Para Cristo 

What: Todo Para Cristo (All For Christ) Ministry is an international nonprofit with a heart for missions.  Todo Para Cristo serves in various prison ministries, orphanages and mission posts in Mexico and Central America. Orphanages and prisons are visited on a weekly basis, providing food, clothing and Christian literature for spiritual development. Take part in services and learn about their mission to provide love, hope and education to the disadvantaged.

Upcoming Things To Do In Santa Clarita:

Evening of Remembrance presented by the Blue Ribbon Task Force, City of Santa Clarita

When: Wednesday, Sept. 7 from 6:45 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Youth Grove at Central Park, 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: City of Santa Clarita

What: The City of Santa Clarita’s half-acre Youth Grove memorial is dedicated to educating the community about safe driving and offering a place for reflection. Each year, the City of Santa Clarita and the Blue Ribbon Task Force host the Evening of Remembrance to help local families honor youth ages 24 and younger who lost their lives in traffic-related incidents.

WiSH Education Foundation’s Cocktails on the Roof

When: Friday, Sept. 9 from 9 p.m. to Midnight (VIP entrance at 8 p.m.)
Where: The Rooftop of Macy’s Parking Garage
Website: WiSH Education Foundation

What: This immediate fan favorite returns, complete with greenery, a photo opportunity area for all your selfie poses (provided by The Magazine of Santa Clarita), cozy lounges, fun lighting, a live DJ and all the food and cocktails you can possibly consume in that now-famous mini martini glass. Hosted by Eve Bushman of Eve’s Wine 101 and Marlee Lauffer, President of Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Foundation, this year promises to be another sold-out event.

Valley View Community School’s Tommye D. Warner Annex Ribbon Cutting

When: Friday, Sept. 9 at 9:30 a.m.
Where: Valley View Community School, 19414 Sierra Estates Drive in Newhall
Website: Valley View Community School

What: Sulphur Springs Union School District is celebrating the opening of the Tommye D. Warner Annex at Valley View Community School to enhance learning for Santa Clarita Valley Special & Regular Education students.

CalCPA Business Workshop hosted by Assemblyman Scott Wilk

When: Friday, Sept. 9 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Where: Santa Clarita City Hall Century Room, 23920 Valencia Blvd., #120 in Santa Clarita
Website: Office of Assemblyman Scott Wilk

What: Put your financial planning pedal to the metal in this free workshop hosted by the office of Assemblyman Scott Wilk. Certified public accountants will be on-hand to discuss important topics and issues relevant to businesses, such as cash flow management, tax issues and planning, ACA compliance and classifying employees. To RSVP, call Kris Hough at 661-286-1565 or email kris.hough@asm.ca.gov.

Henry Mayo Fitness and Health Center Grand Opening

When: Saturday, Sept. 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Henry Mayo Fitness and Health Center, 24525 Town Center Drive in Valencia
Website: Henry Mayo Fitness and Health Center

What: Henry Mayo is celebrating the grand opening of its brand new fitness and health center. Attendees can enjoy food, giveaways, music, tours and a special grand opening membership offer. See what the Santa Clarita Valley’s most advanced fitness and training facility has to offer!

Blood Drive to Support UCLA Blood and Platelet Center

When: Saturday, Sept. 10 at 8:30 a.m.
Where: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 24443 McBean Pkwy in Valencia
Website: UCLA Blood and Platelet Center

What: Community blood drive open to the public. No appointment necessary. Successful donors will receive a Regal movie ticket! Remember to eat well and increase your fluid intake the day of your donation. Please bring a photo ID with you. A single pint of blood can save three lives!

Sidewalk Astronomy at the Mall

When: Saturday, Sept. 10 from 6 to 10 p.m.
Where: Plaza outside Sisley’s at Westfield Valencia Town Center, 24201 Valencia Blvd in Valencia
Website: The Local Group Astronomy Club

What: The Local Group Astronomy Club is holding a Sidewalk Astronomy event at the mall. Because it is a bright location, attendees should expect mostly planetary and lunar viewing. Sunset is predicted to occur at 7:06 p.m.

Modular Model Train Show at William S. Hart Regional Park

When: Saturday, Sept. 10 and Sunday, Sept. 11 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: William S. Hart Regional – Hart Hall, 24151 Newhall Ave. in Newhall
Website: L.A. County Department of Parks and Recreation – Hart Park

What: The High Desert Modular Model Railroad Club will be presenting their HO scale model railroad layout at William S. Hart Regional Park’s Hart Hall. You’ll see many passenger and freight trains passing through various California scenery, including city and old-time logging yards and countryside’s, even an old west town. Admission is free.

Women’s Safety and Self-Defense Workshop hosted by Assemblyman Scott Wilk

When: Monday, Sept. 12 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Where: UFC Gym, 18655 Soledad Canyon Rd in Santa Clarita
Website: Office of Assemblyman Scott Wilk

What: Attend this course for a hands-on training to learn how to protect yourself if you are ever in a threatening situation. Learn how to “prevent, escape and evade” from strangulation, the most dangerous form of assault against intimate partners. This workshop is open to women and girls of all ages. For more information or to RSVP, email Assemblymember.Wilk@assembly.ca.gov or call the District Office at 661-286-1565.

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