Things To Do In Santa Clarita, Santa Clarita Events – January 10, 2018: Santa Clarita Thanks Our First Responders – BBQ and Concert featuring Savannah Burrows; SCAA Meeting and Artist Demonstration; Afternoon at the Movies Family Edition at the Canyon Country Library: “The Great Gilly Hopkins”… and more!

Santa Clarita Thanks Our First Responders – BBQ and Concert featuring Savannah Burrows 1/13

SCAA Meeting and Artist Demonstration 1/15

Afternoon at the Movies Family Edition at the Canyon Country Library: “The Great Gilly Hopkins” 1/13

5th Annual Local Author Celebration 1/13

Santa Clarita Thanks Our First Responders – BBQ and Concert featuring Savannah Burrows

When: Saturday, Jan. 13
Where: Canyon Theatre Guild, 24242 Main Street in Old Town Newhall
Website: More Info on Hometownstation.com

What: Rising star Savannah Burrows will take the stage with her band and play a special set of original songs for Santa Clarita’s finest, with free BBQ provided by Rattler’s BBQ before the concert. Enter to win tickets to join our family-friendly concert with our first responders and their loved ones by emailing us at contests@hometownstation.com!

SCAA Meeting and Artist Demonstration

When: Monday, Jan. 15 at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Barnes & Noble, 23630 Valencia Blvd in Valencia
Website: SCAA

What: Frank Lennartz will demonstrate oil painting at the Jan. 15 meeting of the Santa Clarita Artists Association (SCAA). The main theme of Lenartz’s demonstration will be The Allure of Water; Breaking the Myth that Water is a Difficult Subject to Paint. This event is free and open to the public.

Afternoon at the Movies Family Edition at the Canyon Country Library: “The Great Gilly Hopkins”

When: Saturday, Jan. 13 at 1 p.m.
Where: Canyon Country Library, 18601 Soledad Canyon Road in Santa Clarita 
Website: Santa Clarita Public Library – Events Calendar

What: Every second Saturday of the month, the Santa Clarita Public Library hosts a free afternoon showing of a family-friendly movie. This time, watch “The Great Gilly Hopkins”  based on Katherine Paterson’s 1978 children’s book. The movie tells the story of young and feisty Gilly Hopkins after she devises a scheme to escape from her new foster home and reunite with her birth mother.

5th Annual Local Author Celebration

When: Saturday, Jan. 13 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Old Town Newhall Library, 24500 Main Street in Santa Clarita
Website: Santa Clarita Public Library Events

What: Featured will be authors representing diverse genres from children’s to romance to thrillers, and westerns to non-fiction and even poetry! Authors will be on hand all day selling their books and will participate in moderated panel discussions. This free event is sponsored and presented by the Friends of Santa Clarita Public Library.

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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.

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“DOMES” Solo Art Reception and Meet the Artist, Naomi Young

When: Wednesday, Jan. 17 at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Old Town Newhall Library, 24500 Main Street in Santa Clarita
Website: Naomi Young

What: Naomi Young was born and raised in Jerusalem, Israel and left it 40 years ago, but her love for the city has never diminished. The ancient city’s captivating beauty is her source of inspiration. Through her colorful art and poetry she pours her yearning for it, shares her joy and hopes for peace. Meet the artist, and enjoy Israeli food and music at the art show reception.

“Animaniacs Live” at the PAC

When: Saturday, Jan. 20 at 2 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita 
Website: Santa Clarita PAC Shows – Animaniacs Live

What: The hilarious ‘90s animated series starring the wacky Warner Brothers (and the Warner Sister, Dot) is back in live form! Voice actors Rob Paulsen and Jess Harnell reunite with original songwriter Randy Rogel for a mix of old-fashioned wit, slapstick, pop culture and music in an unforgettable evening. A delightful show for all ages.

Henry Mayo presents “Stop the Bleed, Save a Life”

When: Wednesday, Jan. 24 at 6 p.m.
Where: Henry Mayo Fitness and Health, Education Center, 24525 Town Center Drive in Valencia
Website: Henry Mayo Events – Stop the Bleed, Save a Life

What: “Stop the Bleed’ is a national initiative designed to provide bystanders with the tools and knowledge they can use to stop life-threatening bleeding. Uncontrolled bleeding can result from man-made and natural disasters (e.g., active shooters, bombings, earthquakes) or from other emergency situations (e.g., vehicle crashes, power tool accidents). Severe bleeding can kill within minutes before EMS or other public safety providers arrive. The person closest to you may be the only one who can “stop the bleed.”

Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce 2018 Awards and Installation Gala

When: Friday, Jan. 26 at 6 p.m.
Where: Tournament Players Club Valencia, 26550 Heritage View Lane in Valencia
Website: SCV Chamber of Commerce Events – 2018 Awards and Installation Gala

What: The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce is celebrating a bright future for the SCV at the 2018 Awards and Installation Gala. Incoming 2018 Chairman Troy Hooper will be honored, along with outgoing 2017 Chairman John Musella.

ESCAPE Theatre presents “The Music Man” at the PAC

When: Friday, Jan. 26 and Feb. 2 at 7 p.m.; Saturday, Jan. 27 and Feb. 3 at 2 and 7 p.m.; and Sunday, Jan. 28 at 2 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita PAC at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Santa Clarita PAC Events – “The Music Man”

What: Enjoy the adventures of 1912 traveling salesman Harold Hill as he cons the people of River City, Iowa into starting a band. Stomp your foot to many of the popular tunes, such as “76 Trombones,” “Trouble,” “Good Night Ladies,” and of course “Pick a Little Ladies.” This production features 300 youth and teens from the Santa Clarita Valley.

Children’s Bureau Potential Foster, Adoptive Parent Informational Meeting

When: Saturday, Jan. 27 at 10 a.m.
Where: Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook University Center, Room 222 at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Children’s Bureau – Foster Care Meetings

What: Adoption is a meaningful way for individuals and couples to fulfill their dream of parenting. There are approximately 64,000 children in foster care in California. Los Angeles County’s foster care population exceeds 21,000 children with 500 foster children waiting to be connected to a family who will adopt. Children’s Bureau offers a comprehensive foster care and adoption program that brings families together for a lifetime. The agency is in need of resource families for children in foster care while reunifying with birth families or to provide legal permanency by adoption.

5th Annual Santa Clarita Preschool Fair

When: Saturday, Jan. 27 at 10 a.m.
Where: The Centre, 20880 Centre Pointe Parkway in Santa Clarita
Website: 5th Annual Santa Clarita Preschool Fair on Eventbrite

What: Join us at THE resource fair designed especially for families in Santa Clarita and surrounding communities! Get to know the top preschools and local, kid-friendly businesses, find the program that’s right for your child and join us in The Parents’ Lounge and learn how to protect your child against sexual predators, courtesy of Kidpower. Child care will be provided for the workshop but you must RSVP! Mingle in a fun environment and meet other cool moms and dads in the community. Come early and be one of the first to receive a free gift bag and exciting giveaways. Get huge discounts on preschool registration, parenting classes and so much more!

“Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story” Opening at the Canyon Theatre Guild

When: Saturday, Jan. 27 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, Jan. 28 at 2 p.m.
Where: Canyon Theatre Guild, 24242 Main Street in Newhall
Website: Canyon Theatre Guild – Shows

What: “Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story” tells the true story of Buddy’s meteoric rise to fame, from the moment in 1957 when “That’ll Be The Day” hit the airwaves until his tragic death less than two years later on “The Day The Music Died.” The show features over 20 of Buddy Holly’s greatest hits. The show closes Feb. 24.

“The Snow Queen” Opening at the Canyon Theatre Guild

When: Saturday, Jan. 27 at 2 p.m.
Where: Canyon Theatre Guild, 24242 Main Street in Newhall
Website: Canyon Theatre Guild – Shows

What: Based on the classic Hans Christian Anderson fairy tale, “The Snow Queen” tells the tale of Gerda, a young girl who searches for her friend Kai after he is bewitched and imprisoned by the Snow Queen. On Gerda’s journey, her innocence charms the good people and animals of the land, who end up aiding her on her quest to rescue her friend. Filled with heart, adventure and laughter, The Snow Queen is sure to charm younger and older audiences alike.

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