Things To Do In Santa Clarita – January 11, 2017: Tickets Available Now for Black Violin at the PAC; “Cash for College” Financial Aid Workshop at COC; “Get the Facts About Fad Diets” Seminar at Henry Mayo… and more!

Tickets Available Now for Black Violin at the PAC 1/20

“Cash for College” Financial Aid Workshop at COC 1/17

“Get the Facts About Fad Diets” Seminar at Henry Mayo 1/18

Santa Clarita Swap Meet’s 7th Annual “One Warm Coat” Drive Now until 1/27

Breast Cancer Free Resource Seminar at Home Care Services 1/17

Sign Up Now for Reyes Winery Hike and Saturday Brunch 1/21

Tickets Available Now for Black Violin at the PAC

When: Tickets Available Now; Performance Friday, Jan. 20 at 8 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Santa Clarita PAC

What: Named one of the hottest bands at the South by Southwest Festival, Black Violin is bringing their blend of classical, hip-hop, rock, R&B and bluegrass music to the PAC. Accompanied by their incredible band, featuring ace turntable whiz DJ SPS, Black Violin is sure to be standing-room only.

Photo by Sydney Croasmun.

“Cash for College” Financial Aid Workshop at COC

When: Tuesday, Jan. 17 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Where: College of the Canyons, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: COC Financial Aid

What: Financial aid advisors will be on-hand at this FREE workshop to help students bound for community college, four-year university or private college learn everything they need to know about getting cash for college through FAFSA. For more information, contact the COC Financial Aid Office by calling (661) 362-3215 or emailing [email protected].

“Get the Facts About Fad Diets” Seminar presented by Henry Mayo Fitness and Health

When: Register Today; Seminar Wednesday, Jan. 18 from 9 to 10:30 a.m.
Where: Community Education Center at Henry Mayo Fitness and Health, 24525 Town Center Drive in Valencia
Website: Henry Mayo Fitness and Health

What: Henry Mayo Fitness and Health Community Education officials want to set you up for success in the coming year! Come listen to registered dietitian Debra D’Angelo on ways to eat healthy and avoid the pitfalls of fad diets. Some topics D’Angelo will cover include: understanding the importance of being able to recognize a “quick fix” diet; choosing ways of eating healthy that will benefit you for a lifetime; identifying why some things you have tried don’t work; and how to read and use the nutrition facts label. To register, call 661-200-2300 or click here.

Santa Clarita Swap Meet’s 7th Annual “One Warm Coat” Drive

When: Friday through Tuesday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. now through Tuesday, Jan. 31
Where: Santa Clarita Swap Meet Office, 22500 Soledad Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Santa Clarita Swap Meet

What: Donate your clean, gently used coats in all sizes now through Jan. 31. Drop off at the Santa Clarita Swap Meet office Friday through Tuesday.

Breast Cancer Free Resource Seminar at Home Care Services

When: Tuesday, Jan. 17 at 6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Home Care Services, 23340 Cinema Drive #5 in Valencia
Website: Home Care Services Santa Clarita

What: Learn about local and national resources, get information about financial aid, find out how to get free products for patients and ask questions to a 2x survivor at this free seminar.

Sign Up Now for Reyes Winery Hike and Saturday Brunch

When: Sign Up Now; Hike Saturday, Jan. 21 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. (Participants asked to arrive by 7:30 a.m.)
Where: Reyes Winery, 10262 Sierra Hwy in Santa Clarita
Website: Reyes Winery

What: Take a two-hour hike through the Sierra Pelona Mountains and enjoy a “light n’ healthy” lunch, tour and tasting. Robert Reyes will guide attendees on the seven-mile, medium-advanced level hike, which offers views of the beautiful valley from an elevation of 3,500 ft. Cost is $40. Attendees are asked to arrive by 7:30 a.m., and to wear a hat, sunglasses, long pants and comfortable shoes.

More Things To Do In Santa Clarita:

UCT Winter Festival at Ice Station Valencia

When: Friday, Jan. 13; Saturday, Jan. 14; and Sunday, Jan. 15
Where: Ice Station Valencia, 27745 Smyth Drive in Valencia
Website: UCT Winter Festival

What: Special needs hockey teams from across the U.S. will gather at the Ice Station Valencia for the 6^thannual UCT Winter Hockey Festival. Teams are comprised of individuals with cognitive and developmental disabilities. The event is sanctioned by the American Special Hockey Association (ASHA) for athletes with developmental disabilities. The festival will host over 150 athletes from 11 different programs across the U.S.

“Genesis Opera: In the Beginning” at the Canyon Theatre Guild

When: Friday, Jan. 13 and Saturday, Jan. 14 at 8 p.m.
Where: Canyon Theatre Guild, 24242 Main Street in Newhall
Website: Canyon Theatre Guild

What: Inspired by powerful musicals like Jesus Christ Superstar, the all-new Genesis Opera begins, of course, in the beginning, with the story of creation, and leads you through the first book of the Bible via theatrical spectacle featuring creative costumes, original music and heartfelt spiritual drama. You’ll connect to these stirring examples of faith as you experience the sagas of Adam and Eve, Cain and Abel and Noah’s Ark on stage, accompanied by Eloy Sherlock’s all-original score.

4th Annual Celebration of Local Authors

When: Saturday, Jan. 14 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Old Town Newhall Library, 24500 Main Street in Newhall
Website: Santa Clarita Public Library

What: The Friends of Santa Clarita Public Library invite you to attend the 4th annual Celebration of Local Authors. This is a free event that will highlight local authors and celebrate their craft. There will be moderated panel discussions, and books will be available for sale and signing.

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:

4th Annual Santa Clarita Preschool Fair

When: Saturday, Jan. 21 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Valencia United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 25718 McBean Parkway in Valencia
Website: Santa Clarita Preschool Fair

What: Come to this resource fair designed especially for Santa Clarita Valley families! Get to know the top preschools and kid-friendly businesses in the area, learn effective parenting techniques, attend the Kid Fashion Show presented by Macy’s and meet other 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!

Quest Toastmasters presents “Stop the Hate”

When: Thursday, Jan. 26 at 5:30 p.m.
Where: Valencia Library, 23743 Valencia Blvd. in Valencia
Website: Santa Clarita Public Library

What: While there are various reasons and causes leading to hate, “Stop the Hate” presents ideas to bring people together in positive ways. This is a positive interactive 45-minute presentation on how we can help one another to stop the hate and better communicate. Snacks will be provided.

COC Athletic Hall of Fame Induction

When: Thursday, Jan. 26 from 5:30 to 9 p.m.
Where: Hyatt Regency Valencia, 24500 Town Center Drive in Valencia
Website: College of the Canyons

What: College of the Canyons will induct Ulric Grigsby, Jessica Gomez, J.J. Arrington, Sha-Tasha Allen and the 2004 National Champion Football Team into its Athletic Hall of Fame.

SCV Chamber of Commerce 2017 Awards and Installation Gala

When: Friday, Jan. 27 from 6 to 10 p.m.
Where: Tournament Players Club, 26550 Heritage View Lane in Valencia
Website: SCV Chamber of Commerce

What: Come celebrate the legacy of the film industry in the Santa Clarita Valley and economic benefits to local businesses here in “Hollywood North.” Attendees can also join the chamber as officials install 2017 Chairman of the Board John Musella; swear in 2017 officers and directors; recognize and celebrate 2016 Chairman Curtis Woods and his board of directors; and honor three local businesses and two volunteers.

“The Complete Works of William Shakespeare, Abridged and Revised” Opening at the Canyon Theatre Guild

When: Friday, Jan. 27 at 8 p.m. (Free Wine and Champagne Reception at 7 p.m.) and Saturday, Jan. 28 at 8 p.m.
Where: Canyon Theatre Guild, 24242 Main Street in Newhall
Website: Canyon Theatre Guild

What: There will be loads of laughter as three actors go through the entirety of Shakespeare’s work in this quick-change marathon of a show. A free wine and champagne reception will take place opening night only for those 21 or older with a reserved/purchased seat. The show closes Sunday, Feb. 26.

ESCAPE Theatre presents “Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” at the PAC

When: Friday, Jan. 27 at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Saturday, Jan. 28 and Sunday, Jan. 29 at 2 and 7 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Santa Clarita PAC

What: This non-stop modern musical is praised for its engaging and entertaining songs. One of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s best musicals with lyrics written by Tim Rice, this production features more than 300 local youth and teens from ESCAPE Theatre.

“Willy Wonka” Opening at the Canyon Theatre Guild

When: Saturday, Jan. 28 and Sunday, Jan. 29 at 2 p.m.
Where: Dianne Van Hook University Center at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Canyon Theatre Guild

What: After finding a golden ticket, a boy finds much more than he was expecting at Willy Wonka’s famous chocolate factory. Featuring your favorite songs from the classic movie, this musical is a magical confectionary factory of fun! The show closes Sunday, Feb. 26.

Kids’/Teens’ STEAM Expo presented by SCV/AV Chapter of Jack & Jill of America, Inc.

When: Saturday, Jan. 28 from 1 to 5 p.m.
Where: Canyon Theatre Guild, 24242 Main Street in Newhall
Website: Jack & Jill SCV/AV

What: The STEAM Expo is a free event for kids and teens ages 5-19 and their parents. Attendees can enjoy mobile app and website coding workshops, science “magic” demos, robotics activities, video game animation, a STEAM career panel and more.

“The Good, The Bad, & The Belle” presented by Major Impact Theater

When: Saturday, Jan. 28 at 7 p.m.
Where: Castaic Middle School Auditorium, 28900 Hillcrest Parkway in Castaic
Website: Jack & Jill SCV/AV

What: Major Impact Theater presents “The Good, The Bad & The Belle,” a spectacular musical written by their own Alison Benno. Major Impact works with adults with disabilities to perform specially adapted plays in the Santa Clarita Valley.  Major Impact strives to have a major impact on their actors, giving them confidence, professionalism, improving their speech, job searching abilities, memory and encouraging them to go above and beyond their limitations.

Vasquez Rocks Star Party, Telescope Workshop presented by the Local Group Astronomy Club

When: Saturday, Jan. 28 from 5 to 10:30 p.m. (Special Telescope Workshop at 3 p.m.)
Where: Vasquez Rocks Natural Area, 10700 W. Escondido Canyon Road in Agua Dulce
Website: Local Group Astronomy Club

What: The community is invited to attend the Local Group Astronomy Club’s FREE quarterly star party at Vasquez Rocks. Attendees are asked to arrive before sunset around 5:20 p.m. and park with lights facing away from the telescopes. It’s a new moon, so it should be nice and dark, which means lots of galaxies and nebulae should be visible. Orion will be the star of the show! Come early for the telescope workshop, where club members can help attendees get set up and learn how to operate their telescope.

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