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Things To Do In Santa Clarita – October 11, 2017: Las Vegas Shooting Candlelight Vigil; Child & Family Center Kid Expo; Samuel Dixon Family Health Center’s 15th Annual Rubber Ducky Festival… and more!
Las Vegas Shooting Candlelight Vigil 10/11
Child & Family Center Kid Expo 2017 10/15
Samuel Dixon Family Health Center’s 15th Annual Rubber Ducky Festival 10/14
COC Canyon Country Campus’ 10-Year Anniversary Open House 10/14
Gilchrist Farm Harvest Festival and Pumpkin Patch Now-10/31
Fright Fest at Six Flags Magic Mountain Now-10/31
SCAA Art Classic Fine Art Show and Gala 10/14
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“Pray for Vegas” Candlelight Vigil for Santa Clarita Victims
When: Wednesday, Oct. 11 at 7 p.m.
Where: Marketplace Park, the corner of Newhall Ranch Road and Grandview Drive, near Real Life Church
Website: Santa Clarita Coalition
What: “Pray for Vegas” will give residents the chance to offer support, hope and healing to those affected by the tragedy. Mayor Cameron Smyth, along with other Santa Clarita City Council members and many local legislators, are expected to be part of the vigil, in addition to a number of faith-based leaders from the Santa Clarita Valley. This event is a community collaboration spearheaded by Real Life Church, The Santa Clarita Coalition, Child & Family Center, KHTS Radio, The City of Santa Clarita and many other local organizations.
Child & Family Center’s 14th Annual Kid Expo 2017
When: Sunday, Oct. 15 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Golden Valley High School, 27051 Robert C. Lee Pkwy in Santa Clarita
Website: Child & Family Center – Kid Expo
What: Kid Expo features exhibitors from throughout the Santa Clarita Valley showcasing products and services for children. Featuring sports, karate, dance and art, children’s health, medical and dental services, gymnastics, books, tutors and college services, just to name a few, kids and parents discover the many local activities, resources and businesses available for children and families throughout the SCV. Fun games, arts and crafts, reading and storytelling, art, music, sports, and entertainment and special appearances by cartoon characters make the day fun for the entire family!
Samuel Dixon Family Health Center’s 15th Annual Rubber Ducky Fundraiser
When: Saturday, Oct. 14 at 11 a.m.
Where: Bridgeport Park, 23521 Bridgeport Lane in Santa Clarita
Website: Rubber Ducky Fundraiser
What: The free event includes exhibitors, performances, food, kids activities, face painting, balloon artist, rock climbing wall, bounce house and a waterway where 5,000 rubber ducks race! Raffles occur throughout the day for a chance to win great prizes! Duck adoptions start at $5 per duck. All proceeds go toward patient care at Samuel Dixon Family Health Center, which offers affordable, quality health, dental and mental health counseling for residents of the Santa Clarita Valley.
COC Canyon Country Campus’ 10-Year Anniversary Open House
When: Saturday, Oct. 14 at 10 a.m.
Where: COC Canyon Country Campus, 17200 Sierra Highway in Santa Clarita
Website: COC
What: Attend a community open house with campus displays, tours, food trucks, celebratory remarks, live music and entertainment. This is a great opportunity for the community to visit the campus, learn about programs and services, and discover what’s ahead at CCC!
Gilchrist Farm Harvest Festival and Pumpkin Patch
When: Saturday, Sept. 30 through Tuesday, Oct. 31 every day from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Gilchrist Farm, 30116 Bouquet Canyon Road in Saugus
Website: Gilchrist Farm Harvest FestivalWhat: Weekdays enjoy the Pumpkin Patch, pony rides, wagon rides, straw bale maze, straw slide and a petting zoo. Then each weekend, a fun-filled lineup of activities and vendors are planned, including Mule Drawn Wagon Rides, Pony Rides, Face Painting, Pumpkin Decorating, Fall Farm Crafts, Live Entertainment, Fundraiser Bake Sale, Caramel Apples, Roasted Corn on the Cob, Food Trucks, Petting Zoo, Straw Slide, Pig Races, Chicken Splat Bingo and FREE Goat Milking Demonstrations each Saturday and Sunday at 9 a.m. Free admission and parking!
Fright Fest at Six Flags Magic Mountain
When: Select dates now through Tuesday, Oct. 31
Where: Six Flags Magic Mountain, 26101 Magic Mountain Parkway in Valencia
Website: Six Flags Magic Mountain – Fright Fest
What: Be prepared to be scared as zombies and ghouls take over the park. Enjoy thrilling rides and activities for the whole family throughout the day and come back for a frightening evening after the sun goes down. At Fright Fest, you won’t have any place to hide from the several mazes and scare zones located throughout the park. The stuff of nightmares lurk around every corner as the dark of night and dense fog washes over the park. The ghouls are set free for their daily hunting rituals. BEWARE!
SCAA Art Classic Fine Art Show and Gala
When: Saturday, Oct. 14 from 1:30 to 5 p.m.
Where: Hart Hall at William S. Hart Park, 24151 Newhall Avenue in Newhall
Website: SCAA
What: The Santa Clarita Artists Association invites you to their members-judged show, including refreshments, awards ceremony, silent auction and live music. All art is available for sale. The event benefits high school and college art scholarships and other SCAA art enrichment programs in Santa Clarita.
More Things To Do In Santa Clarita:
“The Inspirational Parent” Booking Signing with Author Alex Urbina
When: Thursday, Oct. 12 at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Barnes and Noble, 23630 Valencia Blvd in Santa Clarita
Website: The Inspirational Parent
What: Teen & parenting expert Alex Urbina is having his book signing event at the Valencia Barnes & Noble promoting his new conscious parenting book, “The Inspirational Parent.” Meet Alex Urbina, get your book signed and be inspired to reach your next level of parenting.
COC Cabaret presents Stacy Sullivan in a Tribute to Peggy Lee
When: Friday, Oct. 13 at 6 and 8:30 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Santa Clarita PAC
What: Don’t miss this journey of discovery through the extraordinary musical legacy of Peggy Lee and the personal struggles of a woman whose voice captivated millions. The classic songs, intricate rhythms and exquisite arrangements that defined her career are elegantly portrayed in this loving homage, created with seasoned jazz master Jon Weber.
Artist Reception: Ashley V. Blalock
When: Friday, Oct. 13 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Newhall Community Center, 22421 Market Street in Newhall
Website: Santa Clarita Artober
What: You are invited to meet Ashley V. Blalock, the artist behind the Fiber Art Installation that has transformed the Newhall Community Center for ARTober, the month-long celebration of art happening in October.
“Principal for a Day” presented by the SCV Education Foundation
When: Friday, Oct. 13 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Local public schools and The Centre at the SCV Sports Complex, 20880 Centre Pointe Parkway in Santa Clarita
Website: SCV Education Foundation
What: Business leaders, community members and parents are invited to spend the morning shadowing a local public-school principal or district administrator by registering for the upcoming Principal for a Day event, sponsored by the SCV Education Foundation.
COC Theatre presents “A Piece of My Heart” at the PAC
When: Friday and Saturday, Oct. 6, 7, 13, and 14 at 8 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 8 and 15 at 2 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Santa Clarita PAC
What: This powerful, true drama is about six women who went to Vietnam: five nurses and a country western singer booked by an unscrupulous agent to entertain the troops. The play portrays each young woman before, during, and after her tour in the war-torn nation and ends as each leaves a personal token at the memorial wall in Washington.
AAA and AARP present “CarFit”
When: Saturday, Oct. 14 at 9 a.m.
Where: Valencia CHP, 28648 The Old Road in Valencia
Website: CarFit
What: CarFit is an educational program created by the American Society on Aging and developed in collaboration with AAA (American Automobile Association), AARP and the American Occupational Therapy Association. The program is designed to help older drivers find out how well they currently fit their personal vehicle, to highlight actions they can take to improve their fit, and to promote conversations about driver safety and community mobility. A proper fit in one’s personal vehicle can greatly increase not only the driver’s safety but also the safety of others.
LA County Sheriff’s Department’s “Fun in the Sun Chili Cook Off”
When: Saturday, Oct. 14 at 11 a.m.
Where: Jack Bones Equestrian Center, 26983 Tapia Canyon Road in Castaic
Website: Chili Cook Off
What: The L.A. County Sheriff’s Department presents its annual “Fun in the Sun” chili cook off! Don’t miss the classic car show, live music, crafters, vendors, chili and more. All proceeds go to Special Olympics.
CalArts Wild Beast Concert Series Fall 2017
When: Saturday, Oct. 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: CalArts Wild Beast Music Pavilion, 24700 McBean Parkway in Valencia
Website: CalArts Wild Beast Concert Series on EventBrite
What: The Herb Alpert School of Music at CalArts is thrilled to welcome alumni bands theBABAorchestra and Daniel Rosenboom Octet for its first installment of the Fall 2017 Wild Beast Concert Series. The concert also caps the annual CalArts Weekend, a homecoming for CalArts alumni, students and their families and friends.
Spacerock Trail Race at Vasquez Rocks
When: Sunday, Oct. 15 at 7:30 a.m.
Where: Vasquez Rocks National Park, 10700 Escondido Canyon Road in Agua Dulce
Website: Spacerock Trail Race
What: Experience the exotic trails and sights of the world-famous Vasquez Rocks Natural Park. Known as the backdrop from popular TV shows and movies including “Star Trek,” “The Flintstones,” “Battlestar Galactica,” “Planet of the Apes,” and many classic westerns films. Now get a new spectacular experience running the trails at the SPACEROCK Trail Race!
Tickets On Sale Now for Robby Krieger, Dishwalla at The Canyon Santa Clarita
When: Tickets On Sale Now; Robby Krieger Show Friday, Nov. 3; Dishwalla Show Saturday, Nov. 4
Where: The Canyon Santa Clarita, 24201 Valencia Blvd, #1351 in Santa Clarita
Website: The Canyon Santa Clarita Box Office
What: The Doors guitarist Robby Krieger is a rock ‘n roll legend. His love for the blues and jazz eventually led him to rock ‘n roll, and subsequently to a place in history. Dishwalla is a platinum selling, award winning band with a career spanning nearly two decades. Touted by fans and industry alike as one of the best live bands to come out of the 90s, Dishwalla is on the road – and they have a story to tell! Get your tickets for both shows today!
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:
COC Music presents “Put Some Swing Into It!” at the PAC
When: Friday, Oct. 20 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Santa Clarita PAC
What: The award-winning Studio Jazz Ensemble and Lab Bands will perform many big band favorites from the ‘30s and ‘40s to the present and feature some of their best players on solos. Come out for a fun evening of big band swing classic jazz!
Henry Mayo Employee and Volunteer Craft Fair
When: Friday, Oct. 20 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Henry Mayo Center, Rooms 4-7, 23803 McBean Parkway in Valencia
Website: Santa Clarita Artober
What: A variety of unique handmade items will be available for purchase. From beautiful jewelry and hats, to aprons, soaps and fudge, there is sure to be something for everyone on your list this holiday season. Proceeds from Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Auxiliary will benefit patient care services.
Raise Your Glass for Charity
When: Saturday, Oct. 21 at 6 p.m.
Where: St. Clare of Assisi Roman Catholic Church, 19606 Calla Way in Canyon Country
Website: St Clare of Assisi – Raise Your Glass for Charity
What: Raise Your Glass for Charity is an unforgettable night of food, drink and entertainment featuring KSCR – St. Clare Radio. The event supports SCV Food Pantry, SCV Pregnancy Center, Bridge To Home, Family Promise and local parishioners in need!
Bark for Life of Santa Clarita Valley
When: Saturday, Oct. 21
Where: West Creek Park, 24247 Village Circle in Valencia
Website: Bark for Life of Santa Clarita Valley
What: The American Cancer Society Bark For Life is a noncompetitive walk event for dogs and their owners to raise funds and awareness for the fight against cancer. So bring your best canine friend for a fun-filled day starting with a walk, and then continuing with demonstrations, contests and games.
2017 William S. Hart, COC College and Career Fair
When: Saturday, Oct. 21 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Pathway to My Future
What: The William S. Hart U.H.S.D. and College of the Canyons present the 2017 College and Career Fair. The event is open to ALL high school students. Scheduled to attend are college admission reps, apprenticeship programs, career preparation schools, test prep vendors and others.
Symphony of the Canyons presents Sacra et Profana, Music of the Church, Music of the World, Music of the Spheres
When: Saturday, Oct. 21 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Santa Clarita PAC
What: Don’t miss Sacra et Profana, Music of the Church, Music of the World, Music of the Spheres, presented by Symphony of the Canyons.
The Art N Soul Country Bazaar
When: Saturday, Oct. 21 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Heart N Soul Coffee House, 39804 San Francisquito Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Heart N Soul Coffeehouse
What: Local artists display eclectic wares, new and used, face painting, food, and family fun in the middle of the Angeles National Forest. Enjoy nearby hiking and view trails, see the location of the St. Francis Dam disaster. Incredible food at the Heart N Soul Coffee House and Home cookin’ Cafe next door.
Domestic Violence Center’s Purple Walk of Strength 2017
When: Saturday, Oct. 21 from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: College of the Canyons, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Purple Walk of Strength 2017 on Facebook
What: Have fun and get PURPLED at the DVC’s annual Purple Walk of Strength fundraiser to help raise funds and awareness for domestic violence. October is National Domestic Violence Awareness month and there’s no better way to support intervention, prevention, and education than to walk or run with neighbors and friends. There will be food, swag bags and more!
Rhythm Experience Drop-In Drum Circle with REMO, Fife and Drum Concert
When: Saturday, Oct. 21 starting at 11 a.m.
Where: Veterans Historical Plaza, 24275 Walnut Street in Santa Clarita
Website: Santa Clarita Arts – Artober
What: From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., drop in for a free and entertaining drum circle rhythm experience. Participants can try their hand at drumming in the circle! Then at 2 p.m., enjoy an afternoon concert featuring the Los Angeles Fifes and Drums. This group plays traditional tunes, including Revolutionary War period music.
COC Foundation Chancellor’s Circle Dinner
When: Sunday, October 21 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Where: The Learning Center at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: College of the Canyons
What: College of the Canyons hosts its Annual Chancellor’s Circle Dinner to thank donors and to highlight the college’s successes.
2017 Wildcat Classic
When: Saturday, Oct. 21 at 3 p.m.
Where: Valencia High School Stadium, 27801 Dickason Drive in Valencia
Website: West Ranch Music
What: West Ranch High School is proud to present the 9th annual Wildcat Classic, a daylong display of
musical artistry. More than 20 high school bands from the Santa Clarita Valley and around the region will
gather for the Southern California School Band and Orchestra (SCSBOA) Marching Band Competition.
The Local Group Astronomy Club Vasquez Rocks Star Party
When: Sunday, October 21 from 5 to 11:30 a.m.
Where: Vasquez Rocks Natural Area, 10700 Escondido Canyon Road in Agua Dulce
Website: The Local Group Astronomy Club – Vasquez Rocks Star Party
What: The Local Group Astronomy Club is hosting its quarterly Vasquez Rocks Star Party.
Saugus Centurion Foundation Charity Golf Tournament
When: Monday, October 23 starting at 8 a.m.
Where: Valencia Country Club, 27330 Tourney Road in Valencia
Website: Saugus Centurion Foundation
What: Come enjoy a day on the green supporting the Saugus Centurion Foundation raise monies that go directly back into the classrooms and students!
Find Your Family Roots Genealogy 101
When: Monday, October 23 at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Valencia Library, 23743 Valencia Blvd in Santa Clarita
Website: Santa Clarita Public Library – Find Your Family Roots Genealogy 101
What: Learn how to find your family roots and your history. This is an introduction to Genealogy research. Learn how to search and participate in adding to your family tree with FAMILYSEARCH. Registration required to reserve a computer or bring your own laptop.
Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce Oak Tree Golf Classic
When: Monday, Oct. 23
Where: Tournament Players Club, 26550 Heritage View Lane in Valencia
Website: SCV Chamber of Commerce – Oak Tree Golf Classic
What: Enjoy golf, beer and fun at the 33rd annual Oak Tree Golf Classic. Costumed are encouraged at this Oktoberfest- themed tournament.
Fun Halloween Desserts Workshop at COC
When: Thursday, Oct. 26 at 6:30 p.m.
Where: ICUE Bakery at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: COC Culinary Arts
What: In this hands-on two-hour workshop, participants will be making fun Halloween Desserts to bring home for Halloween festivities! Recipes include Chocolate Zombie Cookies, Bloody Red Velvet Cupcakes and Black Velvet Whoopie Pies. Ages 13 and above. Fee: $53 (material and parking included).
2017 State of the City Luncheon
When: Thursday, Oct. 26 at 11:30 a.m.
Where: Hyatt Regency Valencia, 24500 Town Center Drive in Santa Clarita
Website: More info on the City of Santa Clarita Calendar
What: Mayor Cameron Smyth, Mayor Pro Tem Laurene Weste and Councilmembers Bill Miranda, Marsha McLean and Bob Kellar cordially invite you to party like it’s 1987 at the 2017 State of the City Luncheon. Be part of the 30th anniversary celebration for the City of Santa Clarita!
College of the Canyons Star Party
When: Friday, Oct. 27 at 7 p.m.
Where: COC Canyon Country Campus, 17200 Sierra Highway in Santa Clarita
Website: COC Star Party
What: This free event will offer hands-on telescope viewing, guest speakers, interactive displays and a portable planetarium. The Star Party offers the community an opportunity to see the campus up close, interact with students and faculty from the science disciplines and learn about space through guest speakers and telescope viewing, and it’s open to the public!
Highlands Elementary Chills and Thrills Carnival
When: Friday, Oct. 27 at 5 p.m.
Where: Highlands Elementary School, 27332 Catala Ave in Santa Clarita
Website: Highlands Elementary
What: Come dressed in your Spooky Best and help raise funds for Highlands Elementary students. There is something for everyone at this year’s Chills & Thrills Carnival: trick or treating, spooky carnival games, multiple scare mazes, scarecrow alley, silly string pit, live DJ, local vendors and delicious food trucks. This event is open to the public and free to attend. Tickets to games and scare mazes can be purchased at the door.
Hart High School Class of 1967 50th Reunion
When: Saturday, Oct. 28 at 6 p.m.
Where: Sand Canyon Country Club, 27734 Sand Canyon Road in Canyon Country
Website: Wm. S Hart High Class of 1967 on Facebook
What: Hosted by the Class of 1967, but all Hart High alumni are welcome to attend. This will be an informal evening, filled with lots of memories. Tickets are $67 each, and will include a delicious buffet dinner, “ID” badge, professional photographer, full color memory book, a chance to catch up with old friends and make new ones, while listening to nostalgic tunes!
10th Annual Underwater Pumpkin Carving Contest
When: Saturday, Oct. 28 at 6 p.m.
Where: Aquatic Center, 20850 Centre Pointe Parkway
Website: 10th Annual Underwater Pumpkin Carving Contest
What: Watch a team of scuba divers carve pumpkins 12 feet underwater at this free event. Come dressed in your favorite costume, and enjoy games and treats at the Spooky Family Fair.
Halloween at Real Life Church
When: Saturday, Oct. 28 from 3 to 8 p.m.
Where: Real Life Church, 23841 Newhall Ranch Road in Valencia
Website: Halloween at Real Life Church
What: Bring the whole family for trunk-or-treating, an indoor magic show, petting zoo, bounce houses, games, pumpkin patch and more! Halloween has never been more fun than at Halloween at Real Life Church. This is a free ticketed event with your donation of one canned food item for for Help the Children.
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