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Things To Do In Santa Clarita, Santa Clarita Events – December 11, 2019: “The Nutcracker” presented by the Santa Clarita Ballet at the PAC; “Holidays at the Farm” at Gilchrist Farm; “Toy Town in Whoville” at Elevate Church… and more!
“The Nutcracker” presented by the Santa Clarita Ballet at the PAC 12/13-15
“Holidays at the Farm” at Gilchrist Farm 12/14-15
“Toy Town in Whoville” at Elevate Church 12/15
Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Magic Mountain Now through 1/5
SCV Water Gardening Classes 12/12, 12/14
Visit with Santa Claus, SCV Sheriff’s Station Toy Drive at Vincenzo’s Pizza 12/14
Valencia High Choir 16th Annual Holiday Boutique 12/14
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“The Nutcracker” presented by the Santa Clarita Ballet at the PAC
When: Friday, Dec. 13 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 14 at 2 & 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday, Dec. 15 at 2 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: PAC Events – “The Nutcracker”
What: The Santa Clarita Ballet Company celebrates its 25th anniversary performance of “The Nutcracker,” a classic program and favorite holiday tradition for Santa Clarita Valley families and patrons of the arts throughout Southern California. The Santa Clarita Ballet beautifully illustrates E.T.A. Hoffman’s timeless story of “The Nutcracker,” complete with beloved characters, magical staging, exquisite costumes and the recognizable musical score by Peter Tchaikovsky.
“Holidays at the Farm” at Gilchrist Farm
When: Saturday, Dec. 14 and Sunday, Dec. 15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Gilchrist Farm, 30116 Bouquet Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Gilchrist Farm
What: Meet Santa and his elves all day both days, or watch the horse and rider holiday parade at 10 a.m. each day. The event also features live music, food, craft vendors, make-and-take crafts, pony rides, horse rides, a festive petting zoo, caroling wagon rides, archery, a giant slide, hot chocolate bar, goats in sweaters and more!
“Toy Town” in Whoville at Elevate Church
When: Sunday, Dec. 15 from 5 to 8 p.m.
Where: Elevate Church, 24346 Main Street in Newhall
Website: Elevate Church
What: This Christmas, Elevate Church is partnering with Santa Clarita Grocery, KHTS and the Saugus High Choir to present Toy Town in Whoville! The event’s goal is to spread Christmas hope and joy by allowing children to handpick free toy(s)! The child must be present to receive their gift. Fifteen Christmas trees will also be raffled, and an appearance from the Grinch and the Saugus Strong Choir is planned as well. If you or someone you know is going through a difficult financial time this season, please come on this day.
Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Magic Mountain
When: Select Days/Times from Saturday, Nov. 23 through Sunday, Jan. 5
Where: Six Flags Magic Mountain, 26101 Magic Mountain Parkway in Valencia
Website: Six Flags Magic Mountain – Holiday in the Park
What: Six Flags Magic Mountain lights up the holidays as the park transforms into a magical winter wonderland for Holiday in the Park daily Nov. 23 through Jan. 5. The magic of the season takes over starting at 5 p.m. nightly and on select Holiday in the Park evenings, when guests can enjoy festive shows, activities and seasonal treats. Plus, don’t miss personalized meet-and-greets with Santa and his helpers.
SCV Water Gardening Classes
When: Thursday, Dec. 12 at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 14 at 9 a.m.
Where: SCV Water, 27234 Bouquet Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: SCV Water – Gardening Classes
What: On Dec. 12, learn how to maintain a sustainable landscape. Then on Dec. 14, learn the basics of lawn removal.
Visit with Santa Claus, SCV Sheriff’s Station Toy Drive at Vincenzo’s Pizza
When: Saturday, Dec. 14 from 12 to 5 p.m.
Where: Vincenzo’s Pizza, 24504 ½ Lyons Avenue in Newhall
Website: More Info on City of Santa Clarita Calendar
What: Help celebrate the holidays this year by giving to those in need. Visitors can choose how they would like to support this event: by donating a toy, purchasing a vintage photo with Santa or ordering food. All proceeds and donations go to support the SCV Sheriff’s Toy Drive and AvenuesSLS.org. This is a FREE event to see Santa – no purchase or donations are necessary.
Valencia High Choir 16th Annual Holiday Boutique
When: Saturday, Dec. 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Schoolwide Only Friday, Dec. 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Where: Valencia High School, 27801 Dickason Drive in Valencia
Website: More Info on City of Santa Clarita Calendar
What: Valencia High School’s award-winning choir is hosting its annual holiday boutique fundraiser featuring more than 30 vendors. Fundraisers like this help support the choir, which never turns away students based upon financial need. Funds help pay for uniforms, theory books, performances, competitions and travel.
More Things To Do In Santa Clarita, Santa Clarita Events:
Spring Print Competition Artist Reception presented by the City of Santa Clarita
When: Wednesday, Dec. 11 at 6 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita City Hall, 23920 Valencia Blvd in Santa Clarita
Website: More Info on City of Santa Clarita Calendar
What: The City of Santa Clarita invites the public to an artist reception for the latest exhibition at the First Floor Gallery. Enjoy light appetizers, live music and meet the artists featured in the exhibition. The Santa Clarita Valley Photographers Association Spring Print Competition took place in May 2019 and features members’ artwork in a variety of categories. The winners of each category and those receiving a merit are featured in the exhibition in the First Floor Gallery.
JCI Santa Clarita Toy Drive Volunteer Event, Christmas Party for Children in Need
When: Wednesday, Dec. 11; Thursday, Dec. 12; and Saturday, Dec. 14 at Varying Times
Where: Varying Locations
Website: JCI Santa Clarita Toy Drive Volunteer Event, Christmas Party Signups
What: On Dec. 11, help the Jaycees sort all the gifts for the good little boys and girls at Westfield Valencia Town Center! This will require you to go “shopping” for the kids through the toys received from donations. JCI will be providing drinks and pizza! Then on Dec. 12, help wrap the sorted presents for the children benefiting from Santa’s Helpers. JCI will be providing drinks and pizza! On Dec. 14, JCI will be throwing the Christmas party for the underprivileged children in the Santa Clarita Valley. Due to the privacy of the families, those volunteering onsite at the party or for post-party cleanup must be 20 years of age or older.
Castaic Lake Winter Magic and Lighted Boat Parade
When: Saturday, Dec. 14 at 2 p.m.
Where: Paradise Cove, Lower Lagoon at Castaic Lake, 32132 Castaic Lake Drive in Castaic
Website: Castaic Lake Winter Magic and Lighted Boat Parade on Facebook
What: Starting at 2 p.m., enjoy snow and food, and meet Santa Claus! Then at 5 p.m., the boat parade begins. Children will receive one free hot dog.
Christmas at Valencia Christian Center: A Gospel, Jazz & Comedy Concert Experience
When: Sunday, Dec. 15 at 5 p.m.
Where: Bella Vida Senior Center, 27180 Golden Valley Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Valencia Christian Center
What: The event will feature the smooth soulful jazz sounds of world-renowned musicians, including violinist Karen Briggs, drummer Laval Belle and pianist Myron McKinley. The evening will be hosted by the sensationally funny Broderick E. Rice, keeping the energy high with his side-splitting Christian humor. This will be a fun evening of holiday cheer, great music and the Christmas spirit, with an inspiring word from Pastor Swanzi Saunders. Portions of the proceeds will go towards the church’s scholarship fund, which seeks to aid students in accomplishing their educational and career goals.
Providence Holy Cross Medical Center Plush Animal Collection Drive for Young Patients
When: Ongoing
Where: Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, 15031 Rinaldi Street in Mission Hills
Website: Providence Holy Cross Medical Center
What: Providence Holy Cross Medical Center collects new and gently used Beanie Babies and other plush toys to provide comfort to youngsters and other vulnerable patients in the Emergency Department. To donate, contact Kay Radford at Kay.Radford@Providence.org. Items may be delivered to the Emergency Department waiting room.
Upcoming Things To Do In Santa Clarita, Santa Clarita Events:
“A Charlie Brown Christmas” presented by COC at the PAC
When: Wednesday, Dec. 18 at 7 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: PAC Events – “A Charlie Brown Christmas”
What: There’s no better way to celebrate the magic of the season than with everyone’s favorite holiday classic. Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the whole “Peanuts” gang as they produce their own Christmas play and ultimately learn the true meaning of the season. Adapted from Charles M. Schulz’s timeless story of the spirit of Christmas, the production features the unforgettable music of Vince Guaraldi. A present the whole family can enjoy!
SCV Chamber Business After-Hours Holiday Mixer
When: Wednesday, Dec. 18 at 5:30 p.m.
Where: Mercedes Benz of Valencia, 23355 Valencia Blvd in Santa Clarita
Website: SCV Chamber
What: This premier monthly event attracts approximately 150 business professionals from around the valley. In light of the holiday spirit, the chamber will be donating care packages to Bridge to Home. Please bring blankets, umbrellas, new men’s boxers, new women’s underwear, new men’s and women’s socks, instant oatmeal, coffee or hot chocolate. Register online.
Traditional Holiday Music with the Silvertone Singers at the Bella Vida Senior Center
When: Friday, Dec. 20 at 2:30 p.m.
Where: Bella Vida Senior Center, 27180 Golden Valley Road in Santa Clarita
Website: More Info on City of Santa Clarita Calendar
What: The Silvertone Singers features a backup band of six musicians who accompany over 40 singers. There will be some outstanding soloists, both vocal and instrumental, at all Silvertones events. The Silvertones are a nonprofit group who perform for various organizations in Santa Clarita.
Holiday Tasting at Reyes Winery
When: Saturday, Dec. 21 at 12 p.m.
Where: Reyes Winery, 10262 Sierra Highway in Santa Clarita
Website: Reyes Winery – Events
What: Enjoy a number of different wines from 2010-2016 at this holiday pairing and tasting event.
Reyes Winery Hike and Saturday Brunch
When: Saturday, Dec. 21 at 7:30 a.m.
Where: Reyes Winery, 10262 Sierra Highway in Santa Clarita
Website: Reyes Winery – Events
What: Please wear hat, sunglasses, long pants and comfortable shoes. It includes a two hour hike through the Sierra Pelona Mountains, a light n healthy brunch, tour and tasting. Robert Reyes will guide you on a medium-advance level hike through the Sierra Pelona Mountains. You will have views of the beautiful valley from the 3500ft elevation. It’s a 7 mile hike.
JCI Santa Clarita Volunteer Event at Bridge to Home
When: Sunday, Dec. 22
Where: Bridge to Home in Santa Clarita
Website: JCI Santa Clarita
What: JCI will be feeding about 75 homeless people just before Christmas at Bridge to Home. If you would like to get involved in this, please contact Traci Taplin at: tracitaplin@earthlink.net or by phone: 818-469-4536.
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