Things to do in Santa Clarita: Country Showdown 2015 At Concerts In The Park, Town Center Farmer’s Market, Dead Sea Scrolls, SC Optimist Foundation “Safety Town–Santa Clarita”, Valencia Jazz And Blues Concert Series 2015, Triumph Foundation “Let’Em Roll Casino Night”

Country Showdown 2015 At Concerts In The Park
Town Center Farmer’s Market
Passages “Dead Sea Scrolls”
SC Optimist Foundation “Safety Town–Santa Clarita”
Valencia Jazz And Blue Concert Series 2015
Triumph Foundation “Let’Em Roll Casino Night”
And More…And Upcoming…

Country Showdown 2015
At Concerts In The Park

The top three finalists from the first local competition at Keyboard Galleria are ready to perform for the final local round of competition at Concert In The Park.  When it comes to the Country Showdown, KHTS has a strong reputation.  In the last three years of participation, KHTS local winners have gone on to the National Competition on the stage of the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville after winning locally, statewide, and regional.  KHTS Winners: 2012 National Winner – Poor Man’s Poison; 2013 Nationals Finalist – Suzanne Harper; and 2014 Nationals Finalist – Marie Wise-Hawkins.  Read more in an article on the KHTS website: Three Country Showdown KHTS AM-1220 Local Competition Winners To Perform At Concerts In The Park.  The finalist of this round will go onto state competition at Knott’s Berry Farm before continuing on to regional and national. Join in the competition that has seen competition performances by: Martina McBride, Sara Evans, Jordin Sparks, Miranda Lambert, Tim McGraw, Toby Keith, and Garth Brooks, to name a few.
When:  Saturday, July 18 at starting at 7pm
Where:  Central Park, 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road
Contact:  661-298-khts (that’s 661-298-1220)
Link:   KHTS – Country Showdown 2015

Passages “Dead Sea Scrolls”

Passages is an interactive exhibit that chronicles the history of the Bible.  Approximately 400 artifacts are used to tell the stories.  Some of the artifacts are 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!
When:  Sundays 1-6pm; Monday closed; Tuesday 10am-6pm; Wednesday 10am-9pm; Thursday-Saturday 10am-6pm
Where:  Passages, Bouquet Canyon Plaza, 26565 Bouquet Canyon, just north of Newhall Ranch Road
Contact:  888-297-8011
Link:  Explore Passages

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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.
When:  every Thursday from 4pm-8pm
Where:  Town Center Drive near Pottery Barn
Contact:   661-287-9050
Link:  Westfield Valencia Town Center

 LA SummerFest “RENFest”

RENFest at LA SummerFest marks the opening of Shakespeare in the Park.  First up on the Shakespeare agenda is Twelfth Night-A Rock Musical.  Twelfth Night is one of Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies and it is reimagined as a rock & roll musical.  It will have all Shakespeare’s original text, with original music, and a live band on stage.  All performances are free.  Additional performances will be held July 19, 25, and 26 beginning at 7:30pm.  Bring your family, friends, picnic baskets, chair and blankets for this free evening under the stars.
When:  Saturday, July 18 at 7:30pm (see additional dates above)
Where:  L.A. SummerFest At Rivendale, Towsley Canyon Road, 24255 The Old Road
Contact:  661-799-3378 or info@LASummerFest.org
Link:  L.A. SummerFest at Rivendale

Valencia Jazz And Blues
Concert Series 2015

Valencia Jazz and Blues Concert Series is ready to start filling downtown Valencia with music.  This week’s entertainment will be Teresa James & The Rhythm Tramps.  In addition to the entertainment, expect a variety of food and beverages, including wine and beer for adults.  Admission is free.  Read more in an article on the KHTS website:  Valencia Jazz And Blues Concert Series Returns Friday.  
When:  begins Friday, June 19 and runs through August 7 – concert time 7pm-9:30pm
Where:  In the street on Town Center Drive at McBean Parkway – by the Hyatt Regency Valencia
Contact:  661-290-2911
Link:  Valencia Jazz and Blues

Triumph Foundation “Let’Em Roll Casino Night”

Triumph Foundation is hosting the 6^th Annual “Let’Em Roll Casino Night.”  The evening includes Texas Hold’Em Poker Tournament, Craps, Blackjack and Roulette.  Tickets also include a prime rib dinner, music, dancing, and silent auction.  Proceeds of this event will go towards replacing items lost during a fire in Triumph’s storage unit.  The Triumph Foundation works to minimize the obstacles a patient faces after suffering a spinal cord injury.  Tickets are available online.
When:  Saturday, July 18 at 5pm
Where:  Valencia Hyatt Regency, 24500 Town Center Drive, at McBean Parkway
Contact:  661-803-3700
Link:  Triumph-Foundation.org

SC Optimist Foundation
“Safety Town–Santa Clarita”
-Sign Up Now For Session II

The Santa Clarita Optimist Foundation is sponsoring “Safety Town – Santa Clarita” camps.  The camps are 3-1/2 hours per day for five days that teach safety education and awareness.  The camps are geared for Transitional Kindergarten, Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten  age children.  During each camp, children will learn and have fun practicing essential safety skills they will use in their everyday lives at home and school, through repetitive, interactive instructional play.  “Safety Town” is a miniature city built to scale of a small child with a playground, traffic lights, street & stop signs, crosswalks & streets.  Children will practice Fire Safety, Earthquake & Disaster Safety, Personal Safety/Stranger Danger, Water Safety, Vehicle & Passenger Safety, Playground Safety, Pedestrian Safety, and Bicycle Safety.  Register online or by calling 661-299-8942.  Fees are $150 per child and include a T-Shirt and school bag.  Scholarships are available.
When:  Session 2 – July 20-24
Where:  North Park Elementary, 23335 Sunset Hills Drive – off of McBean Parkway between Copper Hill Drive and Decoro Drive
Contact:  Director, Dayna Thayer at 661-299-8942
Link:  Safety Town Santa Clarita

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 6^th through 9^th 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:
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 Avenida Rotella, Valencia
Contact:  Ryan Fowler, 661-253-3593
Link:  YMCA  Summer Day Camp   

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City Of Santa Clarita “Summer Beach Bus”

The City of Santa Clarita is taking us to Santa Monica, the easy way, on comfortable and air-conditioned buses.  Summer Beach Bus offers two routes each weekend, with one route serving the east side of the City and the other route, servicing the west and south sides.  Travelers can bring beach chairs, coolers, and surfboards.  Fares are $3 for adults and kids and $1.50 seniors and people with disabilities.  Buses arrive in Santa Monica between 10:00am-10:15am and depart back to Santa Clarita at 4:30pm.  Pick Up Locations: Canyon Country Park, Soledad Canyon Road & Solamint, Soledad Canyon Road & Shangri-La Drive, Railroad Avenue & 15^th Street, Newhall Avenue & Valle Del Oro, Newhall Avenue & Sierra Highway, the Via Princessa Metrolink Station, The Newhall Metrolink Station, and the McBean Regional Transit Center.
When:  Every Saturday and Sunday between June 6 and September 6
Where:  see above
Contact:  661-294-1BUS
Link:  Santa Clarita Transit   

More Things To Do In Santa Clarita!

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 “Christmas in July” featuring music from The Replicas.  The Christmas holidays have arrived at Main Street with holiday themed activities, food trucks, and adult beverages.
When:  Second Thursdays of each month from 7pm-10pm
Where:  Main Street in Old Town Newhall, between 8^th and Market Street
Contact:  661-259-2489
Link:  Thursdays@Newhall SENSES

Domestic Violence “Dancing With Our DVC Star” Fundraiser

Come meet Sally Van Swearingen, The Domestic Violence Center of SCV “star dancer”.  Slip on your dancing shoes for “Dancing With Our DVC Star Sally Van Swearingen Fundraiser.”  There will be professional dancers that will conduct some quick training sessions on a variety of dance styles.  Then dance the night away.  Tickets are $25 and will serve as proxy votes for Santa Clarita’s Dancing With Our Stars even coming in August.

When:  Saturday, July 18 from 7pm-11pm
Where:  Elks Lodge 2379, 17766 Sierra Highway, Canyon Country
Contact:  661-259-8175
Link:  Domestic Violence Center of SCV

Castaic & Val Verde Pools Open For Summer

Beat the heat for free at the Los Angeles County pools in Castaic and Val Verde.  Read more in an article on the KHTS website:  Castaic, Val Verde Pools Offering Free Swimming During Summer.    Free swim time takes place between 12:30pm and 5:00pm.
When:  through the summer season
Where:  Castaic Regional Sports Complex, 31350 N. Castaic Road, Castaic and at Val Verde Community Regional Park, 30300 W. Arlington Road, Vale Verde
Contact:  Castaic Regional Sports Complex 661-294-6467 and Val Verde Community Regional Park 661-257-7639

Feline Conservation Center “Twilight Tour”

The Feline Conservation Center, also known as The Cat House, is hosting its “Twilight Tour.”  The “Twilight Tour” is an important part of the Center’s public awareness and educational programs to promote endangered species preservation and conservation.  The “Twilight Tour” is open when the cats are more active than during the day.  Visitors can wander around parts of the compound that are not open to visitors during the day.  Picture taking is allowed.  Barbeque and baked items will be available for purchase.  Take part in the raffle.  The Tour is for adults 18 years and over.  Admission is $20 per person.  Tickets can be pre-paid over the phone between 10:00am-4:00pm (except Wednesday).  Tickets at the door are on a cash basis only.
When:  Saturday evenings through September 26.
Where: Feline Conservation Center, 3718 60^th Street West, Rosamond
Contact:  661-256-3332
Link:  Feline Conservation Center

And Upcoming Things To Do In Santa Clarita…

Everything You Need To Know About Your Thyroid Workshop
Most people don’t even know they have a thyroid problem.  They suffer with fatigue, weight gain, stress, trouble concentrating and don’t know why.  Many people take medicines to treat these symptoms instead of an all natural strategy.  Join Dr. Thomas Polucki for an “Everything You Need To Know About Thyroid” workshop.  This free seminar can change your life.  Seating is limited so please call to reserve your spot.
When:  Wednesday, July 22 from 7pm-8pm
Where:  Dr. Thomas Polucki, 25050 Peachland Avenue, #105, Newhall
Contact:  661-753-9340
Link:  Dr. Thomas Polucki

Dermacure Valencia “Seminar On New Double Chin Procedure”
Dermacure knows that a double chin can be a concern.  At the “Seminar On New Double Chin Procedure” you will learn about Kybella, the only FDA-approved, non-surgical way to contour submental fullness, also known as double chin.  Meet Dr. Ingber, the first and only certified physician trainer of Kybella in all of the Santa Clarita Valley.  There will be live demonstrations.  Event will include special pricing on Kybella and other injectables, along with a free gift.  Space is limited to 50 people, so please reserve your space.
When: Thursday, July 23 from 4pm-6pm
Where:  Paseo Club Valencia, 27650 Dickason Drive, Valencia
Contact:  661-257-8400
Link:  Dermacure Valencia

HandsOn Santa Clarita “Charity Poker Tournament”
The 2^nd Annual Charity Poker Tournament fundraiser will go towards HandsOn Santa Clarita’s participation in the local nonprofit fundraising contest Dancing With Our Stars.  The buy-in for the tournament is $75 with a $25 re-buy.  The buy-in includes snacks, no-host bar, and prizes.  Some of the prizes are 1 week trip to Cabo, 2 VIP badges for Concert in the Park, Brinkman Smoker, and $350 Home Depot gift card.  The evening is limited to those 21 years of age and older.
When:  Friday, August 14, registration starts at 5:30pm
Where:  North Park Clubhouse, 28201 Northpark Drive, Valencia
Link:  HandsOn Santa Clarita

Santa Clarita Marathon 2015 – Registration Now Open
The Santa Clarita Marathon 2015 is scheduled to take place Sunday, November 8, 2015.  Registration is now open for the Marathon, 2-Person Marathon Relay, Half Marathon, 5K Run, Mayor’s Walk, and Kid K Fun Run.  Early registration fees offer a savings.  Registration and information is available online.  Read more in an article on the KHTS website: Registration For Santa Clarita Marathon Opens July 1^st.
When:  starting July 1
Contact:  661-250-3787, marathon@santa-clarita.com
Link:  Santa Clarita Marathon 2015

Also brought to you by our friends at Facey Medical Center.

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