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Things to do in Santa Clarita: Canyon Theatre Guild “Mary Poppins”, Concerts In The Park, Passages “Dead Sea Scrolls”, Town Center Farmer’s Market, L.A. SummerFest “A Night At The Opera”, Valencia Jazz And Blue Concert Series 2015
Canyon Theatre Guild “Mary Poppins”
Concerts In The Park
Passages “Dead Sea Scrolls”
Town Center Farmer’s Market
L.A. SummerFest “A Night At The Opera”
Valencia Jazz And Blue Concert Series 2015
And More…And Upcoming…Things To Do In Santa Clarita
Canyon Theatre Guild
“Mary Poppins”
Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious! Canyon Theatre Guild’s Santa Clarita Regional Theatre is performing “Mary Poppins” at the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center. “Join Mary Poppins and the Banks family on Cherry Tree Lane as they sing and dance their way into your hearts.” Tickets are $16 – $29 for general; $12 – $26 for Seniors (age 62+) and Juniors (age -18). Tickets are available through Canyon Theatre Guild (phone number below).
When: Saturdays at 8pm: August 1, 8, and 15; Sunday Matinee at 2pm: August 2, 9, and 16
Where: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons Valencia Campus, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Valencia
Contact: 661-799-2702
Link: Santa Clarita Performing Arts or Canyon Theatre Guild
Concerts In The Park
Concerts In The Park has a thrilling lineup for Summer 2015. Concerts In The Park is Saturday evening family Summer fun with music and dancing to excellent tribute bands. Next up is Scott Martin Latin Soul Band. Scott Martin Latin Soul strongly features their exciting Latin Jazz and Soul Jazz influence. Read more in an article on the KHTS website: Santa Clarita Concerts in The Park Lineup Released.
When: Saturdays starting July 11 through August 29 starting at 7pm
Where: Central Park, 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road
Contact: 661-250-3777 or mfleming@santa-clarita.com
Link: Concerts in the Park
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Passages “Dead Sea Scrolls”
Passages is an interactive exhibit that chronicles the history of the Bible. Approximately 400 artifacts are used to tell the stories. Some of the artifacts are the Dead Sea Scrolls, a Bible that traveled to the moon on Apollo 14, and a letter handwritten by Martin Luther on the night before he was charged with heresy. Kids can take part in the parting of the Red Sea with Moses, dress as an animal on Noah’s Ark, and feed the lions so they don’t eat Daniel!
When: Sundays 1-6pm; Monday closed; Tuesday 10am-6pm; Wednesday 10am-9pm; Thursday-Saturday 10am-6pm
Where: Passages, Bouquet Canyon Plaza, 26565 Bouquet Canyon, just north of Newhall Ranch Road
Contact: 888-297-8011
Link: Explore Passages
More Things To Do In Santa Clarita!
Town Center Farmer’s Market
Westfield Valencia Town Center has a new Farmer’s Market. The market offers farm fresh and organic produce that is free of pesticides or chemical fertilizers from over 45 vendors. You will be able to find gluten-free vendors and prepared foods. The Farmer’s Market will also have entertainment, children’s activities, and more.
When: every Thursday from 4pm-8pm
Where: Town Center Drive near Pottery Barn
Contact: 661-287-9050
Link: Westfield Valencia Town Center
LA SummerFest “A Night At The Opera”
Experience “A Night at the Opera” in the beautiful and relaxed setting of LA SummerFest at Rivendale. LA SummerFest is open to the public. Donations of $10 is suggested. Bring a chair and/or blanket and pack a picnic dinner. Wine will be available for purchase.
When: Friday, July 31 at 8pm
Where: L.A. SummerFest At Rivendale, Towsley Canyon Road, 24255 The Old Road
Contact: 661-799-3378 or info@LASummerFest.org
Link: L.A. SummerFest at Rivendale
Valencia Jazz And Blues Concert Series 2015
Valencia Jazz and Blues Concert Series is ready to start filling downtown Valencia with music. This week’s entertainment will be Dona Oxford. In addition to the entertainment, expect a variety of food and beverages, including wine and beer for adults. Admission is free. Read more in an article on the KHTS website: Valencia Jazz And Blues Concert Series Returns Friday.
When: every Friday through August 7 – concert time 7pm-9:30pm
Where: In the street on Town Center Drive at McBean Parkway – by the Hyatt Regency Valencia
Contact: 661-290-2911
Link: Valencia Jazz and Blues
Hazardous & E-Waste Round-Up
Time to clean out the closets and your garage for a Household Hazardous Waste and E-Waste Round-Up. Some of the items accepted: brake fluid, paint thinner, paint pesticides, batteries, motor oil, fluorescent light bulbs, computers, televisions, and cell phones.
When: Saturday, August 1 from 9am-3pm
Where: Via Princessa Metrolink Station, 19201 Via Princessa between White’s Canyon & Sierra Hwy
Contact: 1-888-CLEAN-LA
Link: Clean LA
Santa Clarita Valley Family YMCA
Teen Travel Day Camp – Last Chance
Sign up for the last week of the Santa Clarita Valley Family YMCA hold a Teen Travel Day Camp for incoming 6th through 9th grade teens. “Teen Day Camp ensures the optimum amount of fun and excitement for middle school campers.” There are five day and three day options with travel occurring on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Register online.
The Trips are scheduled as follows:
Aug 4-8: Bowling, Ice Station, Ventura County Fair
Where: YMCA of Santa Clarita, 25023 Avenida Rotella, Valencia
Contact: Ryan Fowler, 661-253-3593
Link: YMCA Summer Day Camp
City Of Santa Clarita
“Summer Beach Bus”
The City of Santa Clarita is taking us to Santa Monica, the easy way, on comfortable and air-conditioned buses. Summer Beach Bus offers two routes each weekend, with one route serving the east side of the City and the other route, servicing the west and south sides. Travelers can bring beach chairs, coolers, and surfboards. Fares are $3 for adults and kids and $1.50 seniors and people with disabilities. Buses arrive in Santa Monica between 10:00am-10:15am and depart back to Santa Clarita at 4:30pm. Pick Up Locations: Canyon Country Park, Soledad Canyon Road & Solamint, Soledad Canyon Road & Shangri-La Drive, Railroad Avenue & 15th Street, Newhall Avenue & Valle Del Oro, Newhall Avenue & Sierra Highway, the Via Princessa Metrolink Station, The Newhall Metrolink Station, and the McBean Regional Transit Center.
When: Every Saturday and Sunday through September 6
Where: see above
Contact: 661-294-1BUS
Link: Santa Clarita Transit
Todo Para Cristo Services
Todo Para Cristo (All For Christ) Ministery is an international non-profit organization with a heart for missions. Todo Para Cristo serves in various prison ministries, orphanages, and various 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.
When: Thursday evenings from 7pm-9pm and Sunday evenings from 6pm-8pm
Where: Todo Para Cristo (All For Christ), 23670 Wiley Canyon Road, near Orchard Village
Contact: 661-259-8860
Link: Todo Para Cristo
More Things To Do In Santa Clarita!
Castaic & Val Verde Pools Open For Summer
Beat the heat for free at the Los Angeles County pools in Castaic and Val Verde. Read more in an article on the KHTS website: Castaic, Val Verde Pools Offering Free Swimming During Summer. Free swim time takes place between 12:30pm and 5:00pm.
When: through the summer season
Where: Castaic Regional Sports Complex, 31350 N. Castaic Road, Castaic and at Val Verde Community Regional Park, 30300 W. Arlington Road, Vale Verde
Contact: Castaic Regional Sports Complex 661-294-6467 and Val Verde Community Regional Park 661-257-7639
Feline Conservation Center
“Twilight Tour”
he Feline Conservation Center, also known as The Cat House, is hosting its “Twilight Tour.” The “Twilight Tour” is an important part of the Center’s public awareness and educational programs to promote endangered species preservation and conservation. The “Twilight Tour” is open when the cats are more active than during the day. Visitors can wander around parts of the compound that are not open to visitors during the day. Picture taking is allowed. Barbeque and baked items will be available for purchase. Take part in the raffle. The Tour is for adults 18 years and over. Admission is $20 per person. Tickets can be pre-paid over the phone between 10:00am-4:00pm (except Wednesday). Tickets at the door are on a cash basis only.
When: Saturday evenings through September 26.
Where: Feline Conservation Center, 3718 60th Street West, Rosamond
Contact: 661-256-3332
Link: Feline Conservation Center
And Upcoming Things To Do In Santa Clarita…
Maternity & Baby Show 2015
The 2015 Maternity & Baby Show will have exhibits from more than 50 vendors that will focus on the needs of expectant mothers and newborn babies. In addition to exhibitors there will be informational exhibits with opportunities, products and services related to maternity and babies, including free maternity health screenings, speakers, maternity and infant wear, consignment boutique, and supervised kids zone. Admission is free and the event is open to the public. Take part in the dozens of drawings for prizes worth $50 to $300 including 300 Super Lotto Plus Quick Pick Plays.
When: Sunday, August 16 from 10am-4pm
Where: Hyatt Regency Valencia, 24500 Town Center Drive, at McBean Parkway
Contact: 661-255-7063 or garyb@highimpacteventresources.com
Link: High Impact Event Resources
Santa Clarita Ballet “Fall Classes”
Santa Clarita Ballet Academy offers a comprehensive dance program with an emphasis on classical ballet for students of all levels of ability and interest, ranging in ages from three to adult. Santa Clarita Ballet is the only certified Royal Academy of Dance school in our valley. Fall classes begin August 17 and include: Creative Movement and Pre-Ballet for ages 3-5; Classical Ballet for beginners through advanced; Tap, Jazz & Modern; Yoga and Pilates Body Conditioning Classes; and Pilates Reformer. The ballet company performs The Nutcracker in December and full length ballet productions in June and September.
When: begins Monday, August 17
Where: Santa Clarita Ballet Academy, 26798 Oak Avenue, off Soledad Canyon
Contact: 661-251-6844 or scballet@pacbell.net
Link: Santa Clarita Ballet
77th Annual Antelope Valley Fair & Alfalfa Festival
The 77th Antelope Valley Fair & Alfalfa Festival offers a wide variety of events including concerts, livestock, Carnival Midway rides & games, home arts, livestock, and exhibits. Concerts include: Boyz II Men & Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds; Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo 35th Anniversary Tour with Dennis DeYoung: The Music of STYX; Banda; Peter Frampton & Cheap Trick; Heart and Left of Centre; and Thomas Rhett and Frankie Ballard. The home arts demonstrations will have everything from wool spinning to robotics, from quilting to lapidary. The Livestock Exhibits include the Swine Classic, Dairy Goat Show, Horse Demonstration, and Market Lamb & Beef shows. Tickets are available online.
When: Friday, August 21 through Sunday, August 30 (times available on website)
Where: Antelope Valley Fairgrounds, 2551 W Avenue H, Lancaster
Contact: 661-948-6060
Link: Antelope Valley Fair
Photo is from marathon in 2014.
Santa Clarita Marathon 2015 – Registration Now Open
The Santa Clarita Marathon 2015 is scheduled to take place Sunday, November 8, 2015. Registration is now open for the Marathon, 2-Person Marathon Relay, Half Marathon, 5K Run, Mayor’s Walk, and Kid K Fun Run. Early registration fees offer a savings. Registration and information is available online. Read more in an article on the KHTS website: Registration For Santa Clarita Marathon Opens July 1st.
When: starting July 1
Contact: 661-250-3787, marathon@santa-clarita.com
Link: Santa Clarita Marathon 2015
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