Things To Do In Santa Clarita – July 6, 2016: Safety Town Santa Clarita; 2nd Annual North LA County Maternity and Baby Show; Concerts in the Park – Vaud and the Villains… and more!

Safety Town Santa Clarita 7/11

2nd Annual North LA County Maternity and Baby Show 7/10

Concerts in the Park – Vaud and the Villains 7/9

Valencia Jazz & Blues 2016 Summer Series: Michael John & the Bottom Line 7/8

Santa Clarita Swap Meet Vendor of the Week: Jose Avalos

Valencia Marketplace 2016 Summer Sunset Concerts 7/8

Safety Town Santa Clarita

When: Monday through Friday, July 11-15 & July 18-22 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: North Park Elementary School, 23335 Sunset Hills Drive in Valencia
Website: Safety Town SCV

What: Enroll your child (4 ½ to 6 years of age) in Safety Town camp. Safety Town is a small-scale city with buildings, streets and signs, where youngsters drive pedal cars and learn to safely navigate streets. Credentialed teachers, youth volunteers and SCV’s own safety professionals make learning about safety fun, interactive and practical!

2nd Annual North LA County Maternity and Baby Show

When: Sunday, July 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Hyatt Regency Valencia, 24500 Town Center Drive in Valencia
Website: Maternity and Baby Show

What: This free event connects women and their families with businesses and organizations that offer maternity and infant care products and services. Many freebies and show specials, including free Ultrasound imaging, are planned for attendees. A portion of the profits will benefit the Kim and Steven Ullman Neo-natal Intensive Care Unit at Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital.

Concerts in the Park – Vaud and the Villains

When: Saturday, July 9 at 7 p.m.
Where: Central Park, 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: City of Santa Clarita – Concerts in the Park

What: Summer is filled with warm days, cool nights and spending quality time with family and friends on Saturday nights at the City of Santa Clarita’s 27th Annual Concerts in the Park series.  The free Saturday night series begins July 9 at and runs through August 27. Grab your beach chairs and picnic baskets and enjoy a night of great music! Scheduled to perform July 9 is Vaud and the Villains, a 19-piece 1930’s New Orleans Orchestra and Cabaret Show.

Valencia Jazz & Blues 2016 Summer Series: Michael John & the Bottom Line

When: Friday July 8 from 7 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Downtown Valencia on Town Center Drive, adjacent to the Hyatt Regency Valencia
Website: Valencia Jazz & Blues

What: Back for the 17th year, the free Valencia Jazz & Blues Series continues to create an incredible atmosphere in downtown Valencia. Every Friday evening over eight weeks, the Santa Clarita Valley is filled with the sounds of some of the top Jazz and Blues recording artists in the world. Each week provides entertainment and fun for the whole family, including special food, beverages and activities for the kids and fundraising for local charities. Performing July 8 is Michael John & the Bottom Line. The group attracts people of all ages with their blend of swing to more contemporary rocking blues.

Santa Clarita Swap Meet Vendor of the Week: Jose Avalos

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 swap meet this weekend to browse tons of new and used merchandise, collectibles, antiques, produce, plants, food and more! This week’s Vendor of the Week is Jose Avalos in Space R062/R064, who offers a selection of home decor.

Valencia Marketplace 2016 Summer Sunset Concerts

When: Fridays, July 8 – August 12 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Valencia Marketplace, 25850 The Old Road in Valencia
Website: Valencia Marketplace

What: Join your neighbors and friends for Valencia Marketplace’s 19th Annual Summer Sunset Concert Series. Scheduled to perform July 8 is The Hodads, featuring beach favorites.

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43rd Annual Cross Country Summer Series

When: Thursdays from July 7 through Aug. 18 at 7 p.m.
Where: Cougar Field at College of the Canyons, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Rd in Santa Clarita
Website: COC Athletics

What: The 43rd annual Cross Country Summer Series supporting COC’s track and field programs begins July 7. Participants will gather each week to run a 3-mile course that begins at Cougar Field and winds through the Valencia campus and surrounding hills, before concluding at Cougar Stadium. Chip timing will be used to track runners, with instant results provided by Podium One Timing online. Awards will be given to the top three men and women in each age division after the conclusion of the last event.

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:

6th Annual Patriots Luncheon

When: Wednesday, July 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where: Hyatt Regency Valencia, 24500 Town Center Drive in Valencia
Website: Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce

What: Santa Clarita Valley’s 6th annual Patriots Luncheon honors local veterans for their dedication and service to America. Courage, honor and commitment to country unify veterans — irrespective of branch or campaign. In recognizing a handful of SCV-affiliated service men and women, and highlighting their individual stories, the event seeks to pay tribute to all veterans and thank them for their important contributions during active duty and at home. Cost is $50 per person, $500 for a table of 10.

LA SummerFEST: An Induction to the Court of the Lord Chamberlain

When: Friday, July 15 at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Rivendale Park & Open Space, 22425 The Old Road in Newhall
Website: LA SummerFEST

What: Enjoy dinner, wine, dessert and celebration, with a preview of the events for the 2016 LA SummerFEST. This year’s induction honors COC Chancellor Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook in recognition of her leadership and support of the arts in the community. All proceeds support the Santa Clarita Shakespeare Festival.

Summer Family Movies at Hart Park: “Inside Out”

When: Friday July 15 at 7 p.m.
Where: William S. Hart Regional Park, Hart Picnic Grounds, 24151 Newhall Avenue in Newhall
Website: William S. Hart Ranch and Museum

What: The next free summer family movie set to be shown at Hart Park is “Inside Out” on July 15. Other movies expected to be shown throughout the summer include “Batman vs. Superman” and “Hotel Transylvania 2.”

L.A. and the Olympics: Past and Future with Author Barry Sanders

When: Saturday, July 16 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Where: Valencia Library, 23743 Valencia Blvd. in Santa Clarita
Website: Santa Clarita Public Library

What: If you’re interested in the bid to bring the Olympics back to Los Angeles, or love the Olympics and L.A. sports history, you don’t want to miss this presentation by Barry Sanders, chairman of the Southern California Committee for the Olympic Games and author of “The Los Angeles 1984 Olympic Games.”

2016 Country Showdown at Concerts in the Park featuring Suzanne Harper

When: Saturday, July 16 at 7 p.m.
Where: Central Park, 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: 2016 Country Showdown, City of Santa Clarita – Concerts in the Park

What: Summer is filled with warm days, cool nights and spending quality time with family and friends on Saturday nights at the City of Santa Clarita’s 27th Annual Concerts in the Park series.  The free Saturday night series runs through August 27. As part of the 2016 Country Showdown at Concerts in the Park on July 16, three local performers will compete for the chance to make it to the state finals. The contestants will open for headliner Talk Like June featuring last year’s local winner, Suzanne Harper.

LA SummerFEST: Leslie Berra’s “Out of the Box” Jukebox Broadway

When: Saturday, July 16 at 8 p.m.
Where: Rivendale Park & Open Space, 22425 The Old Road in Newhall
Website: LA SummerFEST

What: An outstanding cast assembled from across the country is back in the SCV for one night only. Enjoy songs from your favorite jukebox musicals, including Jersey Boys, We Will Rock You, Rock of Ages, Mamma Mia, Motown the Musical and many more. Tickets are required to the event, which is a special fundraiser in support of the Santa Clarita Shakespeare Festival’s educational outreach program.

13th Annual Bras for a Cause presented by Soroptimist International of Santa Clarita Valley

When: Sunday, July 17 at 12 p.m.
Where: TBA
Website: Soroptimist International of Santa Clarita Valley

What: “Bras for a Cause 2016” is an annual fundraiser benefiting Circle of Hope and the Sheila R. Veloz Breast Imaging Center. Enjoy food and drink, and bid on live and silent auction items as well as fabulously decorated bras. The event will consist of an auction of custom-designed theme bras and items for raffle.

Wine Tasting and Lesson Fundraiser Benefiting Unitarian Universalists of Santa Clarita

When: Sunday, July 17 from 1 to 4 p.m.
Where: Valencia (Location and other details will be emailed upon ticket purchase)
Website: Unitarian Universalists of Santa Clarita

What: The SCV Custom Crush Services, where grapes from Paso Robles are turned into wine for Pulchella Winery, will play wine tasting host and wine educator for a fundraiser on July 17. Tour Valencia’s first licensed and bonded winemaking facility, learn about winemaking and taste wines available for purchase, and some still in the oak barrels, from Pulchella Winery. Small bites such as cheese and crackers will also be included. A large portion of the event’s proceeds will benefit the work of the Unitarian Universalists of Santa Clarita.

LA SummerFEST: Americana Fest

When: Sunday, July 17 from 4 to 10 p.m.
Where: Rivendale Park & Open Space, 22425 The Old Road in Newhall
Website: LA SummerFEST

What: The free Americana Fest features local folk and americana performances and a special free concert with Whiskey Sunday. Enjoy music, dancing, arts & crafts, vendors, food trucks and kids activities.

“The Wizard of Oz” presented by the Canyon Theatre Guild

When: Opens Saturday, July 23 at 8 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Canyon Theatre Guild

What: This summer, follow the yellow brick road to the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center to see “The Wizard of Oz,” a wonderful stage musical based on the classic M.G.M film. Featuring some of the world’s most beloved songs and characters, this is a must-see show right in your own hometown. There really is no place like home!

Concerts in the Park – Boogie Nights

When: Saturday, July 23 at 7 p.m.
Where: Central Park, 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: City of Santa Clarita – Concerts in the Park

What: Summer is filled with warm days, cool nights and spending quality time with family and friends on Saturday nights at the City of Santa Clarita’s 27th Annual Concerts in the Park series. The free Saturday night series runs through August 27. Grab your beach chairs and picnic baskets and enjoy a night of great music! Scheduled to perform July 23 is the Boogie Knights. Complete with choreography, polyester, afros and bell bottoms, the Boogie Knights are heralded as “the greatest disco revival show in the world.”

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