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Things To Do In Santa Clarita – April 20, 2016 – Sierra Pelona Valley Wine Festival; “Transition to Independence” Workshop Hosted By Assemblyman Scott Wilk; Santa Clarita Swap Meet… and more!
Sierra Pelona Valley Wine Festival 4/23
“Transition to Independence” Workshop Hosted By Assemblyman Scott Wilk 4/23
Santa Clarita Swap Meet Vendor of the Week – Martina Soto
Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival 4/20 – 4/24
Outwest Concert Series Presented by SCVTV 4/20
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4th Annual Sierra Pelona Valley Wine Festival
When: Saturday, April 23 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Reyes Winery, 10262 Sierra Highway in Santa Clarita
Website: Reyes Winery
What: The community is invited to attend the fourth annual Sierra Pelona Valley Wine Festival benefiting the SCV Senior Center. The wine festival features numerous wineries and local wine makers offering tastings of their best wines. There will also be gourmet food and specialty items sampling, handmade crafts from local artisans, live music and lots of fun for a great day. Attendees will receive a specialty event glass, event plate, specialty gift bag, wine and food sampling and free parking.
“Transition to Independence” Workshop Hosted By Assemblyman Scott Wilk
When: Saturday, April 23 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita Activities Center, 20880 Centre Point Pkwy in Santa Clarita
Website: Transition to Independence Workshop
What: Join Assemblyman Scott Wilk and Senator Sharon Runner for a free educational event that will focus on creating options for individuals with developmental disabilities. The Transition to Independence conference is about preparing individuals who have an IEP, 504 plan or a disability for the transition to adulthood. The event is sponsored by the Family Focus Resource Center and Advanced Behavioral Pathways and will provide resources and helpful information. RSVP online or by calling 661-286-1565.
Santa Clarita Swap Meet Vendor of the Week: Martina Soto
When: Every Tuesday and Saturday from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Every Sunday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Saugus Speedway, 22500 Soledad Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Santa Clarita Swap Meet
What: Visit the Santa Clarita Swap Meet this weekend to browse tons of vendors offering new and used merchandise, collectibles, antiques, produce, plants, food, entertainment and much more! This week’s Vendor of the Week is Martina Soto in Space Y014, who offers a selection of furniture.
Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival
When: Wednesday, April 20 through Sunday, April 24
Where: Varying venues in Old Town Newhall
Website: Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival
What: Santa Clarita’s rich Western heritage takes center stage each year at the Cowboy Festival. This year marks the 23rd annual event, which attracts more than 10,000 visitors each year. Santa Clarita’s Cowboy Festival delivers a one-of-a-kind, multi-day lineup of music, food, entertainment and activities for Western enthusiasts of all ages.
Outwest Concert Series Presented by SCVTV: An Evening With Syd Masters & The Swing Riders
When: Wednesday, April 20, Doors open at 7 p.m.; Concert begins at 8 p.m.
Where: Repertory East Playhouse, 24266 Main Street in Newhall
Website: Outwest
What: Continuing the tradition of presenting new and emerging artists and groups, along with well-established musicians, the Outwest Concert Series presented by SCVTV returned to the Repertory East Playhouse in January with a brand new lineup for 2016. All concerts are the fourth Thursday of every month now through November, except for “Third Thursday,” Nov. 17. Scheduled to perform April 20 is Syd Masters & The Swing Riders. The band calls their style “Vintage Western Cowboy Swing.” They are serious musicians who have a seriously great time presenting music from the old days, when cowboys sang songs about the ups and downs and heartaches of life.
More Things To Do In Santa Clarita!
Saugus Community Bicycle and Pedestrian Access Open House
When: Wednesday, April 20 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Highlands Elementary School, 27332 Catala Avenue in Santa Clarita
Website: City of Santa Clarita
What: Share your feedback on the future of bicycle and pedestrian trails in the Saugus community at this free open house event. Stop by any time during the open house to learn about proposed trail plans and weigh in on new trail ideas for the Saugus community.
Quarterly VIA Rocks! Event
When: Thursday, April 21 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: American Family Funding, 28368 Constellation Road, Suite 398 in Santa Clarita
Website: Valley Industry Assocation
What: The Valley Industry Assocation is hosting their quarterly VIA ROCKS! event. Cost is $15. RSVP online at the VIA website.
Canyon High Gold Star Brigade Jazz Festival
When: Friday, April 22 from 2 to 9 p.m.
Where: Canyon High School Performing Arts Center, 19300 Nadal Street in Santa Clarita
Website: Gold Star Brigade
What: Canyon High School’s marching band, the Gold Star Brigade, is hosting its first annual Jazz Festival at the school’s brand new performing arts center. The festival will also feature the UCLA Jazz Orchestra, under the direction of Charley Harrison, as a special guest.
COC Alumni Hall of Fame Induction & Luncheon
When: Friday, April 22 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where: Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook University Center at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: COC Foundation
What: The College of the Canyons Alumni Hall of Fame is set to induct four outstanding alumni– Dr. Rachael Ostrom Sachar, Nick Lentini, Jonathan Gonzalez & Jessica Maganda –as well as an outstanding Friend of the College, Robert and Diane Benjamin. Cost is $25.
The Polka Dot Roadshow at Northpark Church
When: Saturday, April 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Northpark Community Church, 28310 Kelly Johnson Parkway in Valencia
Website: Polka Dot Roadshow
What: The Polka Dot Roadshow is a new mercantile and art fair with various “pop up” locations around Southern California. The inaugural show will be held in Valencia at Northpark Community Church. Attendees can support local craft talent by shopping a variety of handmade sellers that offer unique, fun and quality handmade products.
32nd Annual Six Flags Magic Mountain Miss Dance Drill Team USA Competition
When: Saturday, April 23 and Sunday, April 24
Where: Six Flags Magic Mountain, 26101 Magic Mountain Parkway in Valencia
Website: Miss Dance Drill Team USA
What: Miss Dance Drill Team USA features competitive performances by school teams, private dance studios, and independent/recreational dance programs, as well as “exhibition-only” performances. All elementary and junior high teams will be scheduled to compete on Saturday, and high school teams will be scheduled to compete on Sunday.
Castaic Elementary School Color Run Carnival
When: Saturday, April 23 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Run scheduled for 1 p.m.)
Where: Castaic Elementary School, 30455 Park Vista Drive in Castaic
Website: Castaic Elementary School PTA
What: This year’s Castaic Elementary School spring carnival will include a Color Run. The Color Run Carnival will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with the run scheduled for 1 p.m. Funds will be used for services and programs the PTA provides Castaic Elementary’s students and teachers.
Salsa Night at the Canyon Country Community Center
When: Saturday, April 23 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Where: Canyon Country Community Center, 18792 Flying Tiger Drive in Santa Clarita
Website: Canyon Country Community Center
What: Find the perfect combination of Saturday night fun at this salsa dance night. This unique three-hour event for adults starts out with a professionally-taught lesson that covers the basics of this dance style and then continues on to social dancing. It all adds up to a fun Latin-themed evening of enjoyment. Free to members.
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 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.
And Upcoming Things To Do:
Golden Valley High School Spring Musical, “Zombie Prom”
When: Wednesday, April 27 – Friday, April 29 at 7 p.m.
Where: Golden Valley Theatre, 27051 Robert C. Lee Parkway in Santa Clarita
Website: Golden Valley High School
What: Golden Valley High School Theatre is proud to present ‘Zombie Prom”, a hilarious musical comedy for the whole family. Tickets are $15 at the door.
LunaFest 2016 hosted by Zonta Club of SCV
When: Thursday, April 28 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Where: Canyon Theatre Guild, 24242 Main Street in Newhall
Website: Zonta Club of SCV
What: This year’s LunaFest short film festival hosted by the Zonta Club of SCV is coming up! Tickets are available online until the venue is sold out. The event benefits the Zonta Club of SCV, which strives to improve the status of women locally and internationally, and the Breast Cancer Fund.
ARTree Speaker Series
When: Thursday, April 28 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Old Town Newhall Library, 24500 Main Street in Old Town Newall
Website: Old Town Newhall – Thursdays at Newall
What: The ARTree 2016 Speaker Series presents fascinating lectures plus free-form discussions with influential artists and leaders who bring art, arts education, and exceptional projects to the diverse Santa Clarita Valley community. It is held January to October on the fourth Thursday of the month.
COC Theatre Presents “In the Heights” at the PAC
When: Friday-Saturday, April 29-30 and May 6-7 at 8 p.m.; Sunday, May 1 & 8 at 2 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: PAC
What: “In the Heights” tells the story of a vibrant community in New York’s Washington Heights neighborhood – a place where the coffee from the corner bodega is light and sweet, the windows are always open and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. It’s a community on the brink of change, full of hopes, dreams and pressures, where the biggest struggles can be deciding which traditions you take with you, and which ones you leave behind. “In the Heights” is the winner of the 2008 Tony Awards for Best Musical, Best Score, Best Choreography and Best Orchestrations.
The Villas Exclusive Open House Event
When: Saturday, April 30 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: The Villas at Town Center, 24555 Town Center Drive in Valencia
Website: More info on City of Santa Clarita
What: Come enjoy tapas and wine by Lee’s Wine Bistro, live music, and enter our raffle giveaway at this free open house event!
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s Great Strides 5K Walk
When: Saturday, April 30; Check-in begins at 9 a.m., Walk begins at 10 a.m.
Where: Westfield Valencia Town Center
Website: Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s Great Strides – Valencia
What: Great Strides provides a great opportunity for people within the community to get involved in a great cause. Participants can form walk teams at their workplace, through their clubs and organizations or with friends and family. Walk day is a fun, family-oriented event with a healthy 5k walk, children’s activities, food and festivities that participants look forward to year after year.
Fifth Annual Wheelchair Sports Festival
When: Saturday, April 30 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita Sports Complex, 20870 Centre Pointe Parkway in Santa Clarita
Website: Triumph Foundation
What: Triumph Foundation, a nonprofit organization working to improve the lives of people living with disabilities, is hosting its free 5th Annual Wheelchair Sports Festival, where they will feature 10 adapted recreational sports that are open to the general public to participate. The adapted sports include wheelchair hockey, basketball, racquetball, baseball, quad rugby (a.k.a. murderball), hand cycling, adapted scuba, wheelchair skating (WCMX), and a power wheelchair rodeo. There will also be a resource fair and art workshop.
Third Annual Share and Care Charity Event by Sweetwater Veterinary Clinic
When: Saturday, April 30 at 11:30 a.m.
Where: Sweetwater Veterinary Clinic parking lot, 33324 Agua Dulce Canyon Road in Agua Dulce
Website: Sweetwater Veterinary Clinic
What: Help support local animal rescues by attending the Share and Care Charity Event. Attendees can enjoy a live band, raffle, great barbecue food and a dog agility course and tricks. Also expected to be present at the event are the Snake Guy, Placerita Nature Center and Animal Tracks. All proceeds will benefit Second Chance Dog Rescue and SRD Straightening Reins Foundation.
Finish the Ride, Run, Walk N’ Roll Santa Clarita
When: Saturday, April 30
Where: Heritage Park in Santa Clarita
Website: Finish the Ride Santa Clarita
What: Finish The Ride includes a 25-mile ride and metric century ride; 5K, 10K and half-marathon run; and 5K, 10K and family fun walk. Attendees can enjoy a free festival and safety expo with giveaways, raffles, prizes, live music, dancing and kids activities. Finish The Ride started after bicyclist Damian Kevitt was dragged nearly a quarter mile under a car in a hit and run crime. Having barely survived, he vowed to get back on a bicycle and FINISH THE RIDE — not just for himself but to help make the streets of California safe for ALL. The event will help Streets Are For Everyone (SAFE) raise awareness and handle the epidemic of hit and run crimes and Forged By Fire Foundation provide resources and mentorship to recent and legacy survivors of traumatic injury.
The Cole William Larsen Foundation 10th Annual Memorial Garden Tour
When: Sunday, May 1 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Varying locations
Website: Memorial Garden Tour
What: The Memorial Garden Tour is an annual event that continues to support our military and their families. The garden tour is made up of real gardeners who want to share their passion of gardening and have generously consented to host the tour. This is a self-guided tour where we accept free-will donations at each garden. You can leave one donation at a garden of your choice or donate at each garden you visit…the choice is yours!
Taste of the Town Benefiting the Child & Family Center
When: Sunday, May 1 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Mann Biomedical Park, 25104 Rye Canyon Road in Valencia
Website: Taste of the Town
What: Child & Family Center’s Taste of the Town features delectable tastes from 50-plus outstanding local restaurants, caterers, and wine and beer purveyors. The adults-only party will feature live musical entertainment, silent and live auctions and more. Proceeds benefit Child & Family Center, which provides mental health, behavioral, and education services to children, adults and families.
39th Annual Santa Clarita Dodger Day
When: Sunday, May 1 at 1:10 p.m.
Where: Dodger Stadium, 1000 Elysian Park Avenue in Los Angeles
Website: SCV Dodger Day
What: The SCV community is invited to attend the 39th Annual City of Santa Clarita Dodger Day
at Dodger Stadium. Watch the Dodgers vs the San Diego Padres on Sunday, May 1 at 1:10 p.m.
Money generated from this event will help support Santa Clarita’s schools and nonprofit groups. The first 15,000 fans ages 14 and under in attendance will receive a Kids Corey Seager Replica Jersey.
