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Looking for things to do in Santa Clarita? Town Center Farmer’s Market, Fire Hogs “Inaugural Memorial Ride”, COC Foundation “The Brain, Learning & Skills Study”, COC Friday Night Film Festival, Six Flags & Hurricane Harbor Opening Weekend, YMCA Teen Travel Day Camp, Thursdays@Newhall SENSES
Town Center Farmer’s Market
Fire Hogs “Inaugural Memorial Ride”
COC Foundation “The Brain, Learning & Skills Study”
COC Friday Night Film Festival
Six Flags Magic Mountain & Hurricane Harbor
YMCA Teen Travel Day Camp
Thursdays@Newhall SENSES
And More…And Upcoming…
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. Read more in an article on the KHTS website: Valencia Farmer’s Market Continues Thursday.
When: every Thursday from 4pm-8pm
Where: Town Center Drive near Pottery Barn
Contact: 661-287-9050
Link: Westfield Valencia Town Center
Fire Hogs “Inaugural Memorial Ride”
Take part in the Inaugural Memorial Ride to benefit the L.A. County Firefighter Widows & Orphans Fund. The ride is sponsored by the Fire Hogs Motorcycle Club which is made up of professional firefighters and is a non-profit organization. The day starts with registration and a light breakfast and will include a 2-3 hour scenic ride, a tri-tip lunch, entertainment, live auction & raffles, and a classic Car Show by LACo Cruisers. Actress Kristy Swanson, the star of the movie “Buffy The Vampire Slayer” is scheduled to appear with her husband, Canadian Olympian Lloyd Eisler. Online registration is $30 for rider and $20 passenger or lunch only guest. The day of the event registration is $40 for rider and #$20 passenger or lunch only guest.
When: Saturday, May 23 with registration beginning at 8:30am
Where: ride starts at Fire Station 126 on Citrus and ends in Canyon Country near the Edwards Theatres
Contact: 661-312-2970
Link: Fire Hogs
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COC Foundation “The Brain, Learning & Skills Study”
Come to a free and open to the public College of the Canyons scholarly presentation “The Brain, Learning & Skills Study.” Dr. Edel Alonso of the Counseling Department at College of the Canyons will be speaking.
When: Thursday, May 21 at 6pm
Where: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center on the College of the Canyons Valencia Campus, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road
College Of The Canyons “Friday Night Film Festival”
College of the Canyons “Friday Night Film Festival” is returning this Friday. The premier event will have three films: Leviathan, Still Alice, and Mr. Turner. The Film Festival is free and open to the public. Leviathan starts at 4pm; Still Alice starts at 6pm; and Mr. Turner starts at 8pm.
When: Friday, May 22 – see times above
Where: College of the Canyons Valencia Campus, Hasley Hall, Room 101 – 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Valencia
Contact: Gary Peterson, 661-362-3800 ext 3379
Six Flags Magic Mountain “Opening of Twisted Colossus”
KHTS AM-1220 Staff Writer Jessica Boyer and Video Editor Andrew Menjivar ride Colossus for the first time. Photo courtesy of Greg Grudt.
Six Flags Magic Mountain will debut Twisted Colossus this Memorial Day Weekend. “Wood meets steel when the iconic “woodie” returns as the new Twisted Colossus – the longest, most innovative hybrid coaster in the world.” Read more in an article on the KHTS website by KHTS’ own staff writer and intrepid coaster rider, Jessica Boyer: Six Flags Magic Mountain Unveils Twisted Colossus At Media Day. Twisted Colossus features: “Top Gun Stall” where the train slows down while upside down; “High Five” where two trains pass through an overbanked turn while facing each other giving the illusion that riders can reach out and high five riders of the other train; “Zero G Roll” where the track twists 360 degree; a 116-foot drop; 18 airtime hills; two lift hills; and four minutes on nearly 5,000 feet of track.
When: Saturday, May 23
Where: Six Flags Magic Mountain, 26101 Magic Mountain Parkway
Contact: Guest Relations 661-255-4103
Link: Six Flags Magic Mountain
Hurricane Harbor
“Opening Weekend”
The Six Flags Hurricane Harbor 2015 season starts this Memorial Day weekend. The thrill rides include: Black Snake Summit, Bonzai Pipeline, Lightning Falls, Reptile Ridge, Taboo Tower, Tiki Falls, and Tornado. But it isn’t all about the thrills, there are family fun rides, too: Bamboo Racer, Forgotten Sea Wave Pool, Lizard Lagoon, Lost Temple Rapids, and River Cruise. For the little ones there’s Castaway Cove and Splash Island. Splash into the season at Hurricane Harbor.
When: Saturday, May 23
Where: Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, 26101 Magic Mountain Parkway
Contact: Park Information 661-255-4527
Link: Six Flags Hurricane Harbor
Santa Clarita Valley 
Family YMCA Teen Travel Day Camp-Sign Up Now
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:
June 8–12: Hurricane Harbor, LA Zoo, Cooking Class
June 15-19: Paint A Dream, Disneyland, Beach
June 22-26: Sky High, Skateland, Rock Climbing
June 29-July 3: El Capitan, Universal Studios, Hollywood Hike
July 6-10: Magic Mountain, Neon Retro Arcade, Observatory
July 13-17: Mountasia, Sparks Game, Laser Tag
July 20-24: Knotts Berry Farm, Charlie & the Chocolate Factory, Science Center
July 27-31: Dry Town, Pacific park, YMCA Teen-chella
Aug 4-8: Bowling, Ice Station, Ventura County Fair
When: Starts June 8
Where: YMCA of Santa Clarita, 25023 Avienda Rotella, Valencia
Contact: Ryan Fowler, 661-253-3593
Link: YMCA Summer Day Camp
Thursdays@Newhall SENSES
Thursdays@Newhall has a different focus every week. The third week of the month is SENSES, a themed block party featuring performers, gourmet food trucks, and fun in an adult setting. This month’s theme is “Masquerade” featuring music from Vaud & the Villains. “Come for the scintillating 19-piece, 1930s New Orleans Orchestra and Cabaret show and stay for the food trucks, adult beverages and wicked fun!”
When: Second Thursdays of each month from 7pm-10pm
Where: Main Street in Old Town Newhall, between 8th and Market Street
Contact: 661-259-2489
Link: Thursdays@Newhall SENSES
Upcoming…
Canyon Theatre Guild
“West Side Story”
“Theatre lovers, get ready to rumble!’ with the Canyon Theatre Guild’s production of “West Side Story.” Whether you are team Jets or team Sharks, everyone loves a love story. The show opens Saturday, May 30 at 8am with a free Wine & Champagne Reception at 7pm. In addition to the play, join director Patti Finley as she directs her farewell production at Canyon Theatre Guild after 20 years of involvement. Patti and Greg will be moving to Idaho to be closer to family. Adult tickets are $19. Junior (under 18) and Senior (62 and over) tickets are $17.
When: 8pm on Fridays: June 5, 12, 19, and 26; 8pm on Saturdays: May 30, June 6, 13, 20 and 27; 2pm on Saturday: June 13, 20 and 27; 2pm on Sundays: May 31, June 7, 14 and 21
Where: Canyon Theatre Guild, 24242 Main Street, Old Town Newhall
Contact: 661-799-2702
Link: Canyon Theatre Guild West Side Story
SCVi Charter School “Renaissance Faire”
SCVi Charter School’s 7th graders are hosting their first annual “Renaissance Faire.” There will be food, games, workshops, entertainment, and items for sale. Tea time with Queen Elizabeth is sure to be a hit. The Faire is free and everyone is invited to attend.
When: Friday, May 29 from 8:30am-2pm
Where: SCVi Charter School, 28060 Hasley Canyon Road, Castaic
Contact: 661-478-9480 or scri.students@gmail.com
COC “POPS!” Jazz Concert
College of the Canyons Studio Jazz Ensemble presents “POPS!” This show concludes its season with 20th century pop favorites including rock, stage, jazz and pop. Read more in an article on the KHTS website: College Of The Canyons To Host POPS! Jazz Concert. Tickets are $10 and $5.
When: Friday, May 29 at 7:30pm
Where: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center, on the COC Valencia Campus, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Valencia
Contact: 661-362-5304
Link: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center
Battle Of The Bands
Grab your lawn chairs, blankets, family and friends for the 2015 Battle of the Bands. For weeks, bands have been submitting their music for the competition and six bands have been chosen. This year the music ranges from indie-pop to punk to rock n’ roll. The bands are: At Our Expense, Bedlam for Barbie, The Butterfly Gang, Dos Trios, Scissorhand Syndrome, and The Venns. The day is about the bands, but there you can also enjoy a classic car show and gourmet food trucks before the final winning band is named. The bands are competing for a chance to win cash prizes and music equipment. KHTS AM-1220 will also play the winning band’s music.
When: Saturday, May 31 from 11am-4pm
Where: College of the Canyons Canyon Country Campus, 17200 Sierra Highway, Canyon Country
Contact: 661-362-3800
Link: Battle of the Bands
High-Speed Rail Community Meeting
A look at a few of the alignments proposed by the California High Speed Rail Authority
We have one last local chance to have our voices heard on the High-Speed Rail and the possible endangerment of our homes, churches, schools and businesses. The California High-Speed Rail Authority is now conducting community meetings providing current information on the alternatives under consideration along the Palmdale to Burbank project section. There is an option for underground alignments that will not negatively impact Santa Clarita neighborhoods. You can find online: Project Information, New Routes Bypass Santa Clarita, and a Project Petition.
When: Monday, June 1 at 5pm
Where: Santa Clarita Activities Center, 20880 Centre Pointe Parkway – near Golden Valley Parkway
Link: High-Speed Rail Meetings
Valencia Acura
“Birthday Celebration”
Valencia Acura is holding its 18th Birthday Celebration. Don and Cheri Fleming, owners of Valencia Acura invites everyone is invited to stop by for fun, food, prizes and entertainment. There will be opportunities for raffle drawings and prize-giveaways. KHTS will be there to help with the festivities, so make sure and stop by and say, “Hi!”
When: Saturday, June 6 from 11am-4pm
Where: Valencia Acura, 23955 Creekside Road, Valencia
Contact: 661-255-3000
City Of Santa Clarita “Great American Camp Out!”-Sign Up Now
The City of Santa Clarita is again holding the “Great American Camp Out.” The Camp Out invites us to take a break from our electronics and pitch a tent to spend the night under the stars with family and friends. The event offers: stargazing, T-shirt decorating, family games & crafts, and a traditional campfire with S’Mores. A maximum number of 8 registered campers are allowed per site. Registration has already begun and space is limited, so sign up now.
When: Saturday, June 27 – registration began March 30
Where: Central Park, 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road, Saugus
Contact: 661-250-3706
Link: Great American Camp Out 2015
SCV Youth Project “Sweet Charity Cake Auction”
Santa Clarita’s sweetest event is the SCV Youth Project “Sweet Charity Cake Auction.” This event features uniquely inspired and decorated cakes that reflect a business or organizations theme which is paired with individualized products, gifts and/or services. Auction guests can view and bid on the cakes. Cakes will be awarded prizes based on their originality, creativity, and the cake that raises the most money. The SCV Youth Project provides free services to teens in the Santa Clarita Valley on issues including: life challenges, depression, suicide, grief/loss, peer pressure, and drug/alcohol abuse.
When: Saturday, June 27 beginning at 11am (date changed)
Where: Robinson Ranch Golf Club, 27734 Sand Canyon Road, Canyon Country
Contact: 661-257-YOUTH (9688)
Link: SCV Youth Project
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