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Things to do in Santa Clarita: Country Showdown 2015 at Keyboard Galleria, Glory SCV 2015, SCV Youth Project “Sweet Charity Cake Auction”, Circle Of Hope “Tri Tip Throwdown”, Town Center Farmer’s Market
Valencia Jazz And Blue Concert Series 2015
Country Showdown 2015 At Keyboard Galleria
Glory SCV 2015
SCV Youth Project “Sweet Charity Cake Auction”
Circle Of Hope “Tri Tip Throwdown”
Town Center Farmer’s Market
Valencia Jazz And Blue Concert Series 2015
And More…And Upcoming…
Country Showdown 2015
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. If you have dreams of becoming a country music recording artist, you still have time to enter. The deadline is Wednesday, June 24 at 5pm. Send a MP3 of two songs, along with your contact information and application to carl@hometownstation.com. The first of two rounds of Local Competition will take place at Keyboard Galleria on Saturday, June 27 at 5pm. The second round of Local Competition will take place at Concerts in the Park on Saturday, July 18. The finalist of the second 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. Read more in an article on the KHTS website: 2015 Country Showdown And KHTS Looking For The Next Best Country Singer.
When: Saturday, June 27 at 5pm
Contact: 661-298-khts (that’s 661-298-1220)
Link: KHTS – Country Showdown 2015
Glory SCV 2015
Glory SCV will be an event filled with music from nationally known contemporary Christian artists such as Rend Collective, Phil Wickham, and The Afters. This family fun day will also include local vendors and Christian merchants, plus affordable food and beverages. There will be a free kid’s area with supervised fun, games and activities. A full line up of performers is available online. Tickets range from $10 to $75 and are available online.
When: Wednesday, June 24 starting at 3:30pm – gates open at 2:30pm
Where: Central Park, 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road, Saugus
Contact: 661-367-1GOD
Link: Glory SCV
SCV Youth Project
“Sweet Charity Cake Auction”
Santa Clarita’s sweetest event is the SCV Youth Project “Sweet Charity Cake Auction.” This is the seventh annual Cake Auction and features uniquely inspired and decorated cakes that reflect a business or organizations theme which is paired with individualized products, gifts and/or services. Auction guests can view and bid on the cakes. Cakes will be awarded prizes based on their originality, creativity, and the cake that raises the most money. The SCV Youth Project provides free services to teens in the Santa Clarita Valley on issues including: life challenges, depression, suicide, grief/loss, peer pressure, and drug/alcohol abuse.
When: Saturday, June 27 beginning at 11am (date changed)
Where: Robinson Ranch Golf Club, 27734 Sand Canyon Road, Canyon Country
Contact: 661-257-YOUTH (9688)
Link: SCV Youth Project
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Circle Of Hope “Tri Tip Throwdown”
Come be part of the Circle of Hope “Tri Tip Throwdown.” If you have a grilling reputation, now is the time to put your skills to the test all to benefit the Circle of Hope. There is also a Pie Recipe Competition. The afternoon will include a live band, line dancing and a beer garden. Tickets for the event are available online for $10 for adults and $5 for children age 12 and under. You can enter the competition online. Circle of Hope’s mission statement says it provides emotional, financial and educational support to those diagnosed with cancer in the Santa Clarita Valley. 100% of donations and proceeds remain in the Santa Clarita Valley.
When: Sunday, June 28 from 1pm-4pm
Where: Nissan of Valencia, 24111 Creekside Road, Valencia
Link: Circle of Hope
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
Valencia Jazz And Blues
Concert Series 2015
Valencia Jazz and Blues Concert Series is ready to start filling downtown Valencia with music. 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
YMCA “Try The Y Tuesdays”
During “Try The Y Tuesdays” you can try a class at the Santa Clarita Family YMCA for free. Even better, the Y is waiving the joining fee for new members every Tuesday throughout June. The Santa Clarita Family YMCA on McBean Parkway has more than 90 group exercise options and free childcare while you work out. These offers are valid Tuesday June 2-30 and are not applicable to previous purchases. Monthly membership fees will apply.
When: Tuesdays June 2 through June 30
Where: YMCA of Santa Clarita, 26147 McBean Parkway, Valencia
Link: YMCA
Advanced Audiology “Open House”
Advanced Audiology knows that better hearing care means better results. Come to a free Open House at Advanced Audiology and lean about the latest in hearing technology. There will be a demo featuring the advanced Oticon Alta 2 hearing aid. Oticon Alta 2 is BrainHearing technology that allows for precision control to match individual hearing profiles and personal preferences. Receive a free hearing screenings and consultations. Here are a couple of questions to ask yourself: Do others ask you to turn down volume on the television?; Do you have trouble hearing over the telephone?; Can you hear in a noisy restaurant?; or Do others tell you to get your hearing checked?
When: Wednesday, June 24 and Thursday, June 25
Where: Advanced Audiology, 23822 Valencia Boulevard, Suite 103, Valencia – between Magic Mountain and Citrus
Contact: 661-877-4272
Link: Advanced Audiology
Photo courtesy of SCVi Charter School.
REMO Kids Rhythm Club
At SCVi Charter
Share in creative play with your kids every Saturday. Join in a rockin’ great time at REMO Kids Rhythm Club at SCVi. Bring out your creative side, drum and sing with your entire family. Kids are free, adults only $5. Drums are available, so all you have to do is show up!
When: Saturdays starting at 9:30am
Where: SCVi Charter School, 28060 Hasley Canyon Road, Castaic
Link: Facebook Page – REMO Kids Rhythm Club at SCVi
Canyon Theatre Guild “West Side Story”
“Theatre lovers, get ready to rumble!’ with the Canyon Theatre Guild’s production of “West Side Story.” Whether you are team Jets or team Sharks, everyone loves a love story. The show opens Saturday, May 30 at 8am with a free Wine & Champagne Reception at 7pm. In addition to the play, join director Patti Finley as she directs her farewell production at Canyon Theatre Guild after 20 years of involvement. Patti and Greg will be moving to Idaho to be closer to family. Adult tickets are $19. Junior (under 18) and Senior (62 and over) tickets are $17.
When: 8pm on Fridays: June 26; 8pm on Saturdays: June 27; 2pm on Saturday: June 27
Where: Canyon Theatre Guild, 24242 Main Street, Old Town Newhall
Contact: 661-799-2702
Link: Canyon Theatre Guild West Side Story
Triumph Foundation Wheelchair Curling
The Triumph Foundation is partnering with Hollywood Curling for a “Wheelchair Curling” event. Two-time Paralympic athlete Patrick McDonald will be teaching this special class reserved for wheelchair athletes who want to try curling. Wheelchair Curling is an internationally recognized sport and competitive play is governed by the World Curling Federation. Cost is $10 in advance or $15 at the door.
When: Saturday, June 27 from 6:30pm-9:30pm
Where: Ice Station Valencia, 27745 Smyth Drive, Valencia – across from Valencia High School
Link: Triumph Foundation
Electronic Waste Recycling
The Santa Clarita Elks Lodge is giving us a chance to clear out our garages of E-Waste. This free event accepts items such as computer towers, phones, monitors, televisions, printers, laptops, cell phones, copies, DVD players, and routers.
When: Saturday, June 27 from 10am-2pm
Where: Santa Clarita Elks Lodge 2379, 17766 Sierra Highway – north of Soledad Canyon
Contact: 661-251-1500
Santa Clarita Elks Lodge Rummage
Get a head start on organizing your home this summer by clearing out your garage, closets, attic, or storage bins and dropping off items for the Annual Santa Clarita Elks Lodge Rummage Sale! You can also shop for ‘treasures’ at this rummage sale!
When: Friday, June 26 from 10:00am-4:00pm; Saturday, June 27 from 8:00am-4:00pm; Sunday, June 28 from 9:00am-1pm
Where: Santa Clarita Elks Lodge 2379 parking lot, 17766 Sierra Highway-north of Soledad
Contact: 661-251-1500 or 661-251-1520
SC Optimist Foundation “Safety Town–Santa Clarita”-Sign Up Now
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 1 – July 13-17; 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
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 & 15th 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
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 6th through 9th 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:
June 29-July 3: El Capitan, Universal Studios, Hollywood Hike
July 6-10: Magic Mountain, Neon Retro Arcade, Observatory
July 13-17: Mountasia, Sparks Game, Laser Tag
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
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 60th Street West, Rosamond
Contact: 661-256-3332
Link: Feline Conservation Center
And Upcoming…
Concerts In The Park
Concerts In The Park has a thrilling lineup for Summer 2015. Concerts In The Park is Saturday evening family Summer fun with music and dancing to excellent tribute bands. Up first is “JOEL–The Band”, the premier rock and roll Billy Joel cover band. JOEL has some of the best musicians who have received Grammy nominations and are alumni of Northrup, Montrose, Prince, Stevie Wonder, and Tower of Power. Read more in an article on the KHTS website: Santa Clarita Concerts in The Park Lineup Released.
When: Saturdays starting July 11 through August 29 starting at 7pm
Where: Central Park, 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road
Contact: 661-250-3777 or mfleming@santa-clarita.com
Link: Concerts in the Park
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