Things To Do In Santa Clarita – May 31, 2017: “A Summer Faire” at Gilchrist Farm; “Vegas Baby” presented by the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley; College of the Canyons presents “Wine and Cuisine Of Spain”… and more!

“A Summer Faire” at Gilchrist Farm 6/3

“Vegas Baby” presented by the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley 6/3

College of the Canyons presents “Wine and Cuisine Of Spain” 6/2

College of the Canyons Music SOLOPALOOZA 5/31-6/1

JAM Session & Concert- African Dance & Drums 6/1

“Hart of the West” Music in the Park 6/3

Elks Car & Bike Show, Chili Cook Off, Boutique 6/3

“A Summer Faire” at Gilchrist Farm

When: Saturday, June 3 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Gilchrist Farm, 30116 Bouquet Canyon Road in Saugus
Website: Gilchrist Farm
What: Complete with professional jousting exhibitions, archery, swordplay, spear throwing, musicians, magicians, storytellers and more, the event is presented in partnership with the American Jousting Alliance. Faire attendees are encouraged to dress up in their best Renaissance-style costumes, and families can enjoy a mercantile craft zone where children can decorate their own spears, swords and shields and make floral crowns and pendants.

“Vegas Baby” presented by the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley

When: Saturday, June 3 at 5 p.m.
Where: Hyatt Regency Valencia, Patio Area, 24500 Town Center Dr. in Valencia
Website: Boys and Girls Club
What: The 46th annual benefit auction”Vegas Baby” presented by the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley is back! The event features hundreds of exciting live and silent auction items, gourmet food, raffle, entertainment and dancing.

College of the Canyons presents “Wine and Cuisine Of Spain”

When: Friday, June 2 at 6:30 p.m.
Where: College of the Canyons, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: College of the Canyons
What: Come join the professional staff featuring Chef Otto & Sommelier Washington on this evening of fine wine and Spanish cuisine. A four course gourmet dinner with paired wine. This event will feature a fine dining experience with professional guidance.

College of the Canyons Music SOLOPALOOZA

When: Wednesday, May 31 and Thursday, June 1 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Rd. in Valencia
Website: Performing Arts Center
What: Original, provocative and entertaining solo shows written and performed by College of the Canyons Theatre students. This event will be held in the Studio Theater (Student Center 130).

JAM Session & Concert- African Dance & Drums

When: Thursday, June 1 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Old Town Newhall Library, Patio Area, 24500 Main St. in Newhall
Website: Old Town Newhall Library
What: Wear comfortable clothes and shoes, and bring a chair if you just plan on listening to the music. JAM Sessions are participatory and centered around movement and music. All JAMs are FREE, and all ages and skill levels are welcome. This month’s theme is African Dance & Drums. Celebrate the rhythms of West Africa! At this energetic JAM led by Yeko Ladzekpo-Cole, you’ll explore the drumming, dancing and singing traditions of the Ewe and Dagomba people of Ghana. Live music from ADAAWE, who is comprised of seven scintillating women that create an international fusion of African music, R&B/pop vocals, jazz-funk, Latin and Reggae, steeped in Gospel harmonies.

“Hart of the West” Music in the Park

When: Saturday, June 3  from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Williams S. Hart Park, 24151 Newhall Ave. in Newhall
Website: Friends of Hart Park
What: This year’s free “Hart of the West” Music in the Park features classic rock n’ roll band Ba*Co*Ra*Do. Enjoy food trucks and arts & crafts vendors in the Hart Park picnic area.

Elks Car & Bike Show, Chili Cook Off, Boutique

When: Saturday, June 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita Elks Lodge, 17766 Sierra Highway in Santa Clarita
Website: Elks Lodge
What: The community is invited to attend and participate in the Elks Annual Car & Bike Show, Chili Cook Off, Boutique, Bake Sale, Prize Drawings, and Barbecue. Live music by ‘Catch 22,’ a classic rock band; Magic Castle Magician Jim Aston will perform; and Photo Booth Hysteria will be available for fun photos. Car & Bike Show – spaces are limited, entry fee, judged show, trophies, door prizes, held on paved parking lot. Chili Cook Off – no entry fee, compete for trophies. Proceeds benefit charities.

More Things To Do In Santa Clarita:

American Red Cross Blood Drive

When: Friday, June 2  at 10:30 a.m. and Friday, June 9 at 10:00 a.m.
Where: Old Town Newhall Library, 24500 Main St. in Newhall and Jo Anne Darcy Library, 18601 Soledad Canyon Rd. in Santa Clarita
Website: Santa Clarita Library
What: Please donate blood to help those in our local community.  You could help save a life! Thank you from the American Red Cross and The City of Santa Clarita Public Library System.

SCAA presents “June Bloom”

When: Saturday, June 3 and Sunday, June 4 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Oakmont of Santa Clarita, 28650 Newhall Ranch Rd. in Santa Clarita
Website: SCAA
What: The Santa Clarita Artists’ Association presents June Bloom in the Oakmont lobby for everyone to enjoy. Spring is in the air! Come and enjoy a day of fine art from 20 member artists of Santa Clarita Valley displaying their latest summer art pieces. There will be live entertainment featuring guitarist Stephen Gudino on Saturday and Balladeer CKay Walker on Sunday. Gourmet appetizers, pastries and drinks will be served all day. Meet the artists and enjoy a wide range of visual art at this annual art exhibition.

Santa Clarita Master Chorale presents “Simple Gifts” at the PAC

When: Sunday, June 4 at 4 p.m.
Where: Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Rd. in Valencia
Website: Performing Arts Center
What: Have your apple pie and eat it too as the Santa Clarita Master Chorale celebrates American music with Carol Barnett’s “Blue Grass Mass.” We’ll also keep your toes tapping with folks songs, sweet spirituals and the Shaker classic, “Simple Gifts.”

Friends of the Library Book Auction

When: Monday, June 5 to Monday, June 12 at 10:30 a.m.
Where: All three Santa Clarita Public Library Branches
Website: Santa Clarita Library
What: It’s time for a Book Auction and you are invited to check out and bid on our fantastic selection of rare, collectible and unique books that are on display.  All three libraries are participating so plan to visit all three!  100% of the proceeds benefit the Library.

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:

“Red, White & Blue For Our Troops” Care Packing Event

When: Saturday, June 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Newhall Church of the Nazarene, Gymnasium, 23857 The Old Road in Newhall
Website: Prayer Angels for the Military
What: Preparing 4th of July care packages for our deployed troops. Card making tables for all ages to make cards for troops. Sign up early to help with the care packages. Bring a donation, if you can. Look for things in red, white and blue for Independence Day! Tax-deductible funds for shipping are always needed. Checks payable to Prayer Angels can be mailed to Prayer Angels for the Military, 21609 Oak Orchard Rd, Newhall, CA 91321. 24/7 donation bin also at this address.

Santa Clarita Ballet presents “Alice in Wonderland”

When: Saturday, June 10 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Rd. in Santa Clarita
Website: Performing Arts Center  
What: Enjoy gorgeous costumes, sets and dancing as you follow Alice on her adventures through Wonderland. She will meet the Mad Hatter, Cheshire Cat, and of course the Queen of Hearts. She will also encounter the other storybook characters that we all know and love from Alice in Wonderland.

PFLAG SCV Celebration of Pride

When: Sunday, June 11 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Where: St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 24901 Orchard Village Rd in Valencia
Website: PFLAG SCV
What: This year’s program will include a viewing of TREVOR, a funny and moving coming-of-age film that deals with a gay youth and the dearth of resources that was available to help him deal with the realities of growing up gay in the ‘90s. Following the film, refreshments will be served and a panel of PFLAG parents and their children will discuss the issues they faced on their journey toward acceptance and beyond and the role that both the Trevor Project and PFLAG played in their lives at those crucial times. RSVP to St. Stephen’s at (661) 259-7307.

Sharp International West Coast Championship

When: Sunday, June 11
Where: Six Flags Magic Mountain, 26101 Magic Mountain Pkwy. in Valencia
Website: Sharp International  
What: Nothing provides more lasting memories than a great day at the park. Especially when shared with friends and family at a Sharp Competition. That’s why, in addition to the most thrilling rides on the planet, you’ll find the world’s largest competition and camp circuit right in the heart of Six Flags Magic Mountain.

Rancho Camulos Museum Research Library and Reading Room Grand Opening Event

When: Sunday, June 11 at 4 p.m.
Where: Rancho Camulos National Historic Landmark, off Highway 126, one mile east of Piru
Website: Rancho Camulos 
What: Rancho Camulos Museum invites you to explore their recently restored 1920 Spanish Colonial Revival style adobe that was originally the Camulos Ranch Office and ranch manager’s residence. The event will mark the grand opening of the museum’s research library and reading room. Visitors can also see a special exhibit of Camulos archival documents and artifacts and hear guest speaker Marc Appleton, author of “Ranches, Home on the Range”. Margaritas and munchies will be served.

Michael Hoefflin Foundation Roy’s Run for Christopher

When: Begins Wednesday June 14 at 12 p.m.; Ends Thursday, June 15 at 6 p.m.
Where: Begins at Market Place Park, 23841 Newhall Ranch Road in Santa Clarita; Ends at Westfield Valencia Town Center Drive in Valencia
Website: Roy’s Run for Christopher
What: Roy Wiegand is an ultra-marathon runner who is running for a cause! He will be running the equivalent of 5 marathons/100 Miles, in 30 Hours, to raise $13,100 for the Michael Hoefflin Foundation on behalf of Christopher Wilke, who passed away of cancer in 2014. Help Roy by making a donation of any amount, or running with him on the Santa Clarita Trails! $25 Donation to run, all funds raised from this event go directly to support the Michael Hoefflin Foundation.

Glory Music Festival Featuring Casting Crowns

When: Friday, June 16 at 3 p.m.
Where: College of the Canyons, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Transparent Productions – Glory
What: GLORY is a single day, family-friendly Christian music festival that features national contemporary Christian artists, local worship bands, Christian merchants, free activities for the kids, food concessionaires and much more! GLORY is an opportunity for the body of Christ to come together with one voice giving to GLORY to God. Features Casting Crowns, Mac Powell from Third Day, Jordan Feliz, Hollyn, Zach Williams, and speaker Shelene Bryan.

ESCAPE Theatre presents “Shrek: The Musical” at the PAC

When: Friday, June 16 at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Saturday, June 17 at 2 and 7 p.m.; Sunday, June 18 at 2 p.m.; Friday, June 23 at 7 p.m.; and Saturday, June 24 at 2 and 7 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Performing Arts Center
What: Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek… which begins the wonderful tale of this hero and his journey with a wisecracking Donkey, a feisty Princess, a short bad guy, and more than three dozen other fairy tale misfits. Featuring hilarious songs, talented youth and teens, and spectacular costumes, this musical comedy is a “must see” for all families.

Valencia Jazz & Blues Summer Concert Series: Susie Hansen Latin Band

When: Friday, June 16 from 7 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Town Center Drive, adjacent to the Hyatt Regency Valencia in Valencia
Website: Valencia Jazz & Blues Summer Concert Series
What: Every Friday over eight weeks, downtown Valencia is filled with the sound 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 and beverages, activities for the kids and fundraising for local charities. Kicking off the series is the lively Afro-Cuban salsa and Latin jazz group, Susie Hansen Latin Band.

“Touch a Truck” presented by the SCV Senior Center

When: Saturday, June 17 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Central Park, 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: SCV Senior Center
What: Come and enjoy a family-friendly day that will give children young and old a chance to explore all kinds of amazing vehicles, including construction rigs, fire engines, sheriff’s cars, military vehicles, film industry vehicles and more! The cost of admission is $5 a person, with all fathers who accompany their children admitted for free in honor of Father’s Day. Proceeds support the Santa Clarita Senior Center.

Inaugural Boots & Brews Country Music Festival featuring Easton Corbin

When: Saturday, June 17 from 2 to 10 p.m.
Where: Central Park, 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Boots & Brews
What: Boots & Brews is all about celebrating friends, beer and great country music! Grab your best dancing boots and get ready for an amazing country lineup, featuring headliner Easton Corbin and performances by Maddie & Tae, Midland, and Morgan Wallen! Food from local vendors and ice cold beer will be available for purchase.

Father’s Day Car Show presented by Genesis 1 Auto Concepts and Real Life Church

When: Sunday, June 18 at 10 a.m.
Where: Real Life Church, 23841 Newhall Ranch Rd, Valencia
Website: Real Life Church
What: Come out and take a look at some of the best cars from Santa Clarita, or enter your own car, with all proceeds going to Real Life Church. You can also enjoy some great family fun and activities, including food trucks, live DJ, silent auction, vendor booths, bounce houses, face painting and more!

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