Things To Do In Santa Clarita – January 13, 2016 – Dr. Seuss’ “The Cat in the Hat” & Kids Arts and Crafts at the PAC; Henry Mayo Fitness Center Presale Event; Museum of the Bible “Passages”; 3rd Annual Friends of the Library Local Author Celebration… and more!

Dr. Seuss’ “The Cat in the Hat” & Kids Arts and Crafts at the PAC 1/17

Henry Mayo Fitness Center Presale Event 1/16-17

Museum Of The Bible “Passages,” Reservations Available Now for Special Lecture 1/26

3rd Annual Friends of the Library Local Author Celebration 1/16

Family Movie at the Old Town Newhall Library 1/15

Fandom Friday for Teens and Tweens 1/15

Dr. Seuss’ “The Cat in the Hat” & Kids Arts and Crafts at the PAC

When: Sunday, Jan. 17 starting at 12 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Santa Clarita PAC 

What: This delightful production is presented by Childsplay, an internationally respected professional theatre company whose chosen audience is children. In this classic Dr. Seuss story, Sally and her brother have nothing to do, until the Cat in the Hat appears with Thing One and Thing Two. With some tricks up his sleeve and a very cross fish, the kids may have gotten much more than they wished. A special kids arts and crafts event begins at noon, with the performance beginning at 1 p.m.

Henry Mayo Fitness and Health Center Pre-Sale Event

When: Saturday, Jan. 16 and Sunday, Jan. 17 from noon to 4 p.m.
Where: 24525 Town Center Drive in Valencia
Website: Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital

What: Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital is holding a special two-day pre-sale event for its brand new Fitness and Health Center. Enjoy free food, giveaways and music, and take advantage of the limited introductory offer to become a Charter Member. Opening this spring, the Henry Mayo Fitness and Health Center is a new kind of fitness center, featuring a high-tech fitness tracking program, a credentialed fitness staff, an expansive workout facility, an outdoor lap pool and more.

Museum Of The Bible “Passages,” Reservations Available Now for Special Lecture 1/26

When: Regular Hours – Sunday 1 to 6 p.m.; Monday closed; Tuesday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Wednesday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Thursday – Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Special Lecture 1/26 at 7 p.m.)
Where: Bouquet Canyon Plaza, 26565 Bouquet Canyon, just north of Newhall Ranch Road
Website: Explore Passages

What: Passages is an interactive exhibit that chronicles the history of the Bible.  More than 400 artifacts are used to tell the stories. Artifacts include 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. Then on January 26, Michael Holmes of Bethel University and Scholarship Initiative will give a special lecture called “From Scrolls to Scrolling: Scripture, Technology and the Word of God.” The lecture begins promptly at 7 p.m. Admission is free, but reservations are required due to limited seating.  Call 1-888-297-8011 to reserve your seat.

3rd Annual Friends of the Library Local Author Celebration

When: Saturday, Jan. 16 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Oldtown Newhall Library, NE Community Room, 24500 Main Street in Newhall
Website: Santa Clarita Public Library

What: The free 3rd annual Friends of the Library Local Author Celebration will feature Santa Clarita authors representing diverse genres, including children, romance, thrillers, westerns, nonfiction, poetry and more. Authors will be present all day selling their books and will participate in moderated panel discussions.

Family Movie at the Old Town Newhall Library

When: Friday, Jan. 15 from 3:30 to 5 p.m.
Where: Oldtown Newhall Library, NE Community Room, 24500 Main Street in Newhall
Website: Santa Clarita Public Library

What: Families are invited to the Old Town Newhall Library for a family movie night. The movie shown will have a G or PG rating; title to be announced.

Photo by Sydney Croasmun.

Fandom Friday for Teens & Tweens

When: Friday, Jan. 15 from 3:30 to 5 p.m.
Where: Oldtown Newhall Library, Teen Area, 24500 Main Street in Newhall
Website: Santa Clarita Public Library

What: Teens and tweens, whether you’re a Brony, a Whovian, a Potterhead or a Sherlockian, gather to celebrate a different fandom each month with various activities and conversation about your favorite things, newest discoveries and latest obsessions.

More Things To Do In Santa Clarita!

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
Contact: 661-259-8860
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:

“A Foot in the Door: Abstract Art and Meaning” Exhibit Reception

When: Reception Wednesday, Jan. 20 from 7 to 9 p.m.; Exhibit on display Jan. 15-April 9
Where: The First Floor Gallery at City Hall, 23920 Valencia Blvd. in Santa Clarita
Website: Idelle Okman Tyzbir

What: The Santa Clarita City Council, Arts Commission and Arts and Events Office is celebrating the newest exhibit in City Hall’s First Floor Gallery, “A Foot in the Door: Abstract Art and Meaning.” The exhibit presents works of abstract art and provides the viewer with its context, inspiration and message. Meet the award-winning Santa Clarita artist, Idelle Okman Tyzbir, and enjoy light appetizers and entertainment.

SCV Chamber of Commerce 92nd Annual Recognition and Installation Dinner

When: Friday, Jan. 22 from 5:30 to 9 p.m.
Where: Hyatt Regency Valencia, 27451 Tourney Road, Ste 160 in Santa Clarita
Website: SCV Chamber of Commerce

What: Join the SCV Chamber of Commerce as they honor current Chairman Sue Nevius and install incoming Chairman Curtis Woods, as well as return board members. The chamber will also be honoring a business of the year, an Ambassador of the Year and Special Achievement winners. Wear formal attire or your best classy retro 1950’s outfit. Register online.

American Legion 50’s and 60’s Dance Party

When: Saturday, January 23 from 7 p.m. to midnight
Where: 24527 Spruce Street in Newhall
Website: Club 507

What: Club 507 is your local place to dance! The club’s 50’s and 60’s dance party will feature Rico & the Pink Cadillacs. 14 and over event, free parking, cash bar. American Legion Post 507 is the nation’s largest wartime veterans service organization.

Mosaic Workshop at the SCV Senior Center

When: Wednesday, Jan. 27 from 9 to 11 a.m.
Where: SCV Senior Center, 22900 Market Street in Santa Clarita
Website: SCV Senior Center

What: Discover your artistic potential at a special mosaic workshop at the SCV Senior Center. Instructor Terry Greene will teach teach attendees how to create a uniquely beautiful mosaic using cured acrylic paint tiles. Choose from a variety of tiles which actually resemble marble and glass to make your masterpiece. To RSVP, contact Robin Clough at 661-259-9444 or [email protected].

ARTree Speaker Series

When: Thursday, Jan. 28 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Old Town Newhall Library, NE Community Room, 24500 Main Street in Santa Clarita
Website: Santa Clarita Public Library

What: The ARTree Speaker Series features fascinating lectures and free-form discussions with influential artists and leaders who bring arts, arts education and exceptional projects to the community.

Business Services Workshop

When: Thursday, Jan. 28 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita WorkSource/AJCC at the COC University Center, Second Floor, Suite 250, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: City of Santa Clarita – Economic Development Division

What: Cost-effective business methods help your business grow and increase revenue. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to learn about a variety of resources available to assist you. Meet face to face with representatives from various agencies to learn about programs and services that are available to help your business grow and succeed. Including subsidized labor programs, affordable health care and much more, this workshop will provide you with practical and effective solutions for your business needs. To register, call 661-799-9675.

“Peter Pan” presented by ESCAPE Theatre

When: Friday, Jan. 29 at 7 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 30-31 at 2 and 7 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center

What: Escape to Neverland with Peter, Wendy, Michael and John with this special presentation by ESCAPE Theatre. Enjoy their “flying adventures” as they visit more Lost Boys, fairies, pirates and indians than you’ve ever seen before. Featuring more than 300 youth and teens from the SCV, the whole family will enjoy this journey to Neverland.

“Bullshot Crummond” at the Canyon Theatre Guild

When: Tickets on sale Tuesday, Jan. 12; Opens Friday, Jan. 29 at 8 p.m. (reception at 7 p.m.)
Where: Canyon Theatre Guild, 24242 Main Street in Newhall
Website: Canyon Theatre Guild

What: This parody of low-budget 1930s detective movies typifies British heroism at its dumbest. Teutonic villain Otto Von Brunno and his evil mistress Lenya crash their plane in the English countryside and kidnap Professor Fenton, who has discovered a formula for making synthetic diamonds. Bullshot Crummond is called to the rescue by the professor’s daughter, Rosemary. Free wine and champagne reception opening night only with a reserved/purchased seat; must be 21 or older to drink. The show closes Saturday, Feb. 27.

Dodge Bowl Benefitting the Child & Family Center

When: Sunday, Jan. 31 at 1 p.m.
Where: Castaic Sports Complex, 31230 Castaic Road in Castaic
Website: Child & Family Center Foundation

What: The inaugural Dodge Bowl is a co-ed charity dodgeball tournament to benefit the Child & Family Center. Each team starts six people on the court, with at least two female players. The event, which uses a “no-sting” foam-based ball, is for ages 19 and up. If you want to play but don’t have a team, you can sign up as a “free agent.”

“Peter Pan: The British Musical” at the Canyon Theatre Guild

When: Tickets on sale Tuesday, Jan. 12; Opens Sunday, Jan. 31 at 2 p.m.
Where: Canyon Theatre Guild, 24242 Main Street in Newhall
Website: Canyon Theatre Guild

What: The timeless tale of the boy who never grew up comes to life on the CTG stage like you’ve never seen (and most likely never heard) before. Keeping the imaginative charm of J.M. Berrie’s original story, this musical version introduces 13 catchy songs for the whole family. Follow the adventures of Wendy Darling and her brothers as they follow Peter Pan past the Second Star to the right and on until morning… to Neverland!

Los Lonely Boys at the PAC

When: Saturday, Feb. 27 at 8 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Santa Clarita PAC 

What: Whether it’s rootsy brown-eyed soul, rustic acoustic textures or good old-fashioned bluesy rock ‘n’ roll, Los Lonely Boys knows how to bring audiences to their feet. They took the music industry by storm with their debut hit “Heaven” in 2004 and haven’t stopped wowing audiences since.