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Things To Do In Santa Clarita, Santa Clarita Events – November 29, 2017: Valencia Marketplace Community Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony and Sing-Along; Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Holiday Home Tour; Placerita Nature Center Holiday Craft Fair… and more!
Valencia Marketplace Community Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony and Sing-Along 11/30
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Holiday Home Tour 12/2
Placerita Nature Center Holiday Craft Fair 12/2-3
12th Annual Military Honor Christmas Tree Lighting hosted by Prayer Angels for the Military 12/2
Holiday Jazz Concert at the PAC 12/1
SCV Historical Society Christmas Open House 12/2
Santa Clarita Elementary School Winter Wonderland Boutique 12/2
McKeon Leadership Forum: General Richard A. Cody 11/30
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Valencia Marketplace Community Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony and Sing-Along
When: Thursday, Nov. 30 from 5 to 8 p.m.
Where: Valencia Marketplace Amphitheater, The Old Road just south of McBean Parkway in Stevenson Ranch
Website: Valencia Marketplace
What: Join your neighbors and friends and Light the Valencia Markeplace Holiday Tree! This event will feature children’s entertainment and activities, in addition to a KHTS Radio remote. Children will be able to visit with Santa Claus, climb aboard the KHTS antique firetruck, and enjoy the magic of Dennis Forel, Magic Castle Magician and balloon artist! There will also be musical entertainment by local school choirs. This event is FREE!
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Holiday Home Tour, Boutique
When: Saturday, Dec. 2 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Boutique 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Where: Tour – Locations Vary; Boutique – Henry Mayo Center, 23803 McBean Parkway in Valencia
Website: Holiday Home Tour
What: For more than three decades, the Holiday Home Tour has been a cherished tradition of the Home Tour League, raising funds for Women’s Services. Attendees view selected Santa Clarita Valley homes exceptionally decorated for the Holiday Season. Each home is professionally decorated and adorned according to a chosen theme. Admission to the Boutique is free, and there will be over 30 vendors offering women’s and children’s clothing, jewelry, holiday decor, gourmet food items and so much more!
Placerita Nature Center Holiday Craft Fair
When: Saturday, Dec. 2 and Sunday, Dec. 3 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Placerita Canyon Nature Center, 19152 Placerita Canyon Road in Newhall
Website: Placerita Nature Center
What: Create and decorate your own holiday wreaths, centerpieces, and ornaments using a large assortment of fresh-cut greenery, pine cones and other beautiful natural treasures. Make your own Wreath, Yule Log, or other craft as you desire. Children’s crafts will also be available. Please note that this is a fundraising event for the Placerita Canyon Nature Center Associates (a nonprofit corporation) and that there is a charge for some activities.
12th Annual Military Honor Christmas Tree Lighting presented by Prayer Angels for the Military
When: Saturday, Dec. 2 at 5 p.m.
Where: Veterans Historical Plaza, 24275 Walnut Street in Newhall
Website: Prayer Angels for the Military
What: Fritz Coleman, beloved NBC Weatherman & Navy Veteran, will be Guest Speaker for this very special event. It’s a Cowboy Christmas with hometown country singer Savannah Burrows. Dress warm and join us to honor our military, past & present, with a special holiday celebration. Christmas songs, carolers, prayer, a choreographed holiday performance and more. Laminated photos of our active duty troops, veterans and our fallen will adorn the tree.
Holiday Jazz Concert at the PAC
When: Friday, Dec. 1 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita PAC at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: PAC – Holiday Jazz Concert
What: Vocalist Katherine Lench-Meyering will join the award-winning COC Studio Jazz Ensemble and Lab Bands for some favorites from the holiday season. “Rudolph” flies in and “Santa is in the House,” “Christmas Time is Here” and “Hanukkah Swings,” come along with “Frosty” and usher in the holidays. This event promises to get your heart humming with the holiday spirit.
SCV Historical Society Christmas Open House
When: Saturday, Dec. 2 from 12 to 4 p.m.
Where: Heritage Junction, 24101 Newhall Avenue in Santa Clarita
Website: Santa Clarita Valley Historical Society
What: Santa Clarita Valley Historical Society Presents An Old Fashioned Christmas Celebration at Heritage Junction! You are invited to come and stroll the little lane of decorated historic homes of the area. Learn about why these historic buildings were preserved and moved to Heritage Junction, along with a fun filled day of activities for all ages.
Santa Clarita Elementary School Winter Wonderland Holiday Boutique
When: Saturday, Dec. 2 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita Elementary School, 27177 Seco Canyon Rd in Saugus
Website: Santa Clarita Elementary School
What: Please join us for a magical snow-filled holiday boutique, at Santa Clarita Elementary
School’s Winter Wonderland! There are over 30 vendors for all your holiday shopping needs.
McKeon Leadership Forum: General Richard A. Cody
When: Thursday, Nov. 30 at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita PAC at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: PAC – McKeon Leadership Forum
What: College of the Canyons and the Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation are proud to partner with Congressman McKeon to present the McKeon Leadership Forum, a speaker series that promotes civic engagement and reminds every citizen that a healthy democracy requires personal involvement. Whether it’s exercising the right to vote, making time to volunteer, or even running for office, every resident has an opportunity to provide personal leadership.
More Things To Do In Santa Clarita, Santa Clarita Events:
Electronica Musique and Multimedia Concert at the PAC
When: Wednesday, Nov. 29 at 7 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita PAC at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Santa Clarita PAC – Electronica Musique and Multimedia Concert
What: Twelve up-and-coming composers, DJs and producers from College of the Canyons will feature a variety of music, dance and lights that will expand and challenge the audience’s expectations, leaving them with a sense of wonder and a new appreciation for this timeless medium.
Journey to the Northern Lights Holipalooza 2017 at the Canyon Theatre Guild
When: Friday, Dec. 1 starting at 5:30 p.m.
Where: Canyon Theatre Guild, 24242 Main Street in Newhall
Website: Canyon Theatre Guild – Shows
What: Holipalooza is a special fundraising event supporting the many youth workshops that run throughout the year at the Canyon Theatre Guild, a nonprofit arts organization. Featuring Santa Clarita’s talented youth performing an original story, classic holiday songs, and fun dances, you won’t want to miss this opportunity to support live, local theatre! The event will include a silent auction, a petite dinner, dessert, and lots of laughs and magic that’ll be sure to get you into the holiday spirit!
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Holiday Home Tour Preview Gala
When: Friday, Dec. 1 from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m.
Where: Tournament Players Club, 26550 Heritage View Lane in Valencia
Website: Holiday Home Tour Preview Gala
What: For more than three decades, the Holiday Home Tour has been a cherished tradition of the Home Tour League, raising funds for Women’s Services. Attendees view selected Santa Clarita Valley homes exceptionally decorated for the Holiday Season. Each home is professionally decorated and adorned according to a chosen theme. Preview Gala attendees will enjoy an elegant buffet dinner and be the first to tour the homes.
SCAA Holiday Boutique
When: Saturday, Dec. 2 and Sunday, Dec. 3 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Home Care Services Reception Lobby, 23340 Cinema Drive, Suite 5 in Santa Clarita
Website: SCAA Holiday Boutique
What: A colorful holiday boutique will be held by the artists of the Santa Clarita Artists Association along with other vendors at the Home Care Services reception lobby. There will be a variety of fine art, crafts, costume jewelry, collages, greeting cards and decorative items! Musical entertainment will feature Felicia Grady, Elisha and Marc Soronio, Rumiko Stevens group and CK Walker. Refreshments will be served. This is a fundraiser to help support the SCAA Art Gallery.
Symphony of the Canyons presents “La Passione Della Musica!”
When: Saturday, Dec. 2 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita PAC at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: PAC – La Passione Della Musica!
What: Symphony of the Canyons will present “La Passione Della Musica,” or “Music of Love and the Love of Music.”
Cowboys and Carols at the William S. Hart Museum
When: Saturday, Dec. 2 from 7 to 9 p.m.
Where: William S. Hart Museum, 24151 Newhall Avenue in Santa Clarita
Website: Friends of Hart Park on Facebook – Cowboys and Carols
What: Come and celebrate the holidays during the popular Cowboys & Carols event at the William S. Hart Museum. The museum will be decorated for the holidays, complete with wreaths, garlands and candlelight. The Valencia High School Choir will be on hand singing carols and Jesse Brazil will perform violin solos.
11th Annual Family Literacy Festival
When: Saturday, Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Old Town Newhall Library, 24500 Main Street in Newhall
Website: Santa Clarita Public Library – 11th Annual Family Literacy Festival
What: Join the Santa Clarita Public Library for the 11th Annual Family Literacy Festival: Create Your World – featuring College of the Canyons MakerSpace!
The Acrobats of Cirque-tacular in “Snowkus Pocus”
When: Sunday, Dec. 3 at 4 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita PAC at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: PAC – Snowkus Pocus
What: Journey to a magical winter wonderland of circus spectacle and derring-do! Marvel at the bendy ballerina in her living snow globe. Be blown away when the icy north wind battles Jack Frost in an epic, acrobatic snowball fight. The perfect show for your winter and holiday season! Recommended for ages 4 and up.
NorthPark Community Church Christmas Cafe
When: Sunday, Dec. 3 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Where: NorthPark Community Church, 28310 Kelly Johnson Parkway in Valencia
Website: NorthPark – Christmas Cafe
What: The Christmas Cafe is a free event that will showcase a range of singer/songwriters covering multiple generations. It’s a time to hang out and enjoy an appetizer and a dessert while listening to original Christmas songs as well as fresh arrangements to the classics. The doors will open at 5:45 p.m.
CBS Film Series presents “Dreaming of a Jewish Christmas”
When: Sunday, Dec. 3 at 11:30 a.m.
Where: Congregation Beth Shalom, 21430 Centre Pointe Pkwy in Saugus
Website: More info on Hometownstation.com
What: Set almost entirely in a Chinese restaurant, Dreaming of a Jewish Christmas is an offbeat, irreverent musical documentary that tells the story of a group of Jewish songwriters who wrote the soundtrack to Christianity’s most musical holiday. It’s an amazing tale of immigrant outsiders being accepted as important players in American pop culture. The film is all about pure joy and celebration of the human spirit, infused with humor and history behind your favorite Christmas carols. $5 per ticket includes lunch and popcorn.
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, Santa Clarita Events:
COC Dance Presents “Dance is a Gift” at the PAC
When: Thursday Dec. 7 and Friday, Dec. 8 at 8 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita PAC at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: PAC Shows – “Dance is a Gift”
What: Join COC Dance students and guest artists in an infectious and inspiring dance concert that will get you in the mood to celebrate the holidays and dance into the beginning of the New Year.
Holiday Baking Workshop at COC
When: Friday, Dec. 8 from 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Icue Bakery at College of the Canyons, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: COC Community Extension
What: Baking around the holidays creates the perfect shareable dessert and gift-worthy treats. In this hands-on 2.5 hour workshop, participants will be making a variety of holiday desserts as well as taking home the yummy baked goods and their recipes to recreate at home. Fee is $62, ages 18 and above.
Valencia High School 14th Annual Holiday Boutique
When: Saturday, Dec. 9 at 9 a.m.
Where: Valencia High School, 27801 Dickason Drive in Santa Clarita
Website: More info on Hometownstation.com
What: Shop over 30 vendors at the VHS Holiday Boutique to support the school’s music program, and enjoy carolers at noon! Expected at the boutique are hand painted ornaments, jewelry, scarves, clothing, planters and much more.
Holiday Hoedown at Gilchrist Farm
When: Saturday, Dec. 9 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Gilchrist Farm, 30116 Bouquet Canyon Road in Saugus
Website: Gilchrist Farm Holiday Hoedown
What: Get festive on the farm with a day to remember. No charge for admission. Enjoy pony rides, petting zoo, crafts, etc. charged per activity at $5/per activity with a wristband value option offered for $30.
Santa Clarita Master Chorale presents “Songs of Celebration” at the PAC
When: Saturday, Dec. 9 at 7 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita PAC at College of the Canyons, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: PAC Shows – “Songs of Celebration”
What: It is called the “Magnificat,” Mary’s celebration of the angel’s news that she will give birth to Jesus. From the imagination of present-day composers and beloved ones from the past, come listen to how this joyous scripture has been celebrated through the ages. Plus, with roasting chestnuts and bedecked halls, a carol from Coventry and carols by candlelight, the master chorale and our youth choirs will rest you merry, gentlemen and ladies alike!
SCV Historical Society presents “History of Fort Tejon”
When: Saturday, Dec. 9 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Where: Old Town Newhall Library, 24500 Main Street in Newhall
Website: More info on City of Santa Clarita Calendar
What: As part of the SCV Historical Society’s lecture series, Fort Tejon Historical Association President Karina Dunbar will give a talk on the history of Fort Tejon. Admission is free.
SCVi Holiday Boutique
When: Saturday, Dec. 9 at 10 a.m.
Where: SCVi, 28060 Hasley Canyon Road in Castaic
Website: iLead Community Calendar
What: Avoid the mall and come do your shopping at the SCVi Holiday Boutique, pictures with Santa and the Gingerbread man, holiday cookie decorating for the kids. Over 30 vendors, raffles every hour. Handmade wire wrapped jewelry by Falling Uphill, painted wine glasses, pottery, wood signs, succulents, scarves, cashmere wraps, knitted gifts, gourmet jerky, gourmet BBQ sauce, soap, chocolates and many more.
Night of Revival at the Canyon Theatre Guild
When: Sunday, Dec. 10 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Canyon Theatre Guild, 24242 Main Street in Newhall
Website: Night of Revival on Eventbrite
What: Join Michael Anderson Jr. for a Night Of Revival. You won’t want to miss this powerful evening of worship! Bring your family and friends to a Night Of Revival and let God work.
Santa Clarita Philharmonic presents “Celebration” at the PAC
When: Sunday, Dec. 10 at 3 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita PAC at College of the Canyons, 26455 Rockwell Canyons Road in Santa Clarita
Website: PAC Shows – “Celebration”
What: The Santa Clarita Philharmonic kicks off its fifth season with its premiere performance at the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center. The orchestra will celebrate as the title of “master of music” is conferred upon Music Director Jeffrey Gilbert through his work at California State University, Northridge. The program will feature a variety of musical genres and styles demonstrating the breadth of the orchestra.
SCV Chapter of The Compassionate Friends 17th Annual Candle Lighting Remembrance Program
When: Sunday, Dec. 10 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Where: La Mesa Junior High Auditorium, 26623 May Way in Santa Clarita
Website: Compassionate Friends, Santa Clarita Chapter
What: This candle lighting program is to honor and remember the memories of all children, grandchildren and siblings, regardless of age, who have died. The program includes poems, selected readings, music, a slide show and performances with featured singers. Battery operated candles will be provided to all those who attend.
NorthPark Community Church “Cookies with Santa”
When: Sunday, Dec. 10 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Where: NorthPark Community Church, 28310 Kelly Johnson Parkway in Valencia
Website: NorthPark – Cookies with Santa
What: This is a FREE EVENT! Get your picture taken with Santa! Cookies, Crafts, Stories, and FUN! For families with kids ages 10 and younger.
City of Santa Clarita’s 30th Anniversary Open House
When: Friday, Dec. 15 from 2 to 5 p.m.
Where: City Hall, 23920 Valencia Blvd, #120 in Valencia
Website: City of Santa Clarita, 30th Anniversary
What: Guests will have a chance to reminisce about the process of making our City a reality, celebrate our accomplishments over the past three decades and eat cake! There will also be a special screening of a three-part documentary showcasing key events and people from 1987-2017 – produced by SCVTV and Leon Worden.
HandsOn Santa Clarita’s 5K/10K Holiday Fun Run at Six Flags
When: Saturday, Dec. 16
Where: Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia
Website: 5K/10K Holiday Fun Run
What: The morning will start with “Winter Wonderland” at the park. Registrants can pick up race bib, goody bag, and t-shirt, then grab Starbucks coffee and enjoy the carolers and other holiday activities as they wander through the health and fitness vendors! The participants will then walk/run through the “snowy” trails of the thrill capital of the world while enjoying the “Holiday in the Park” decorations and music. At the end of this magical run, participants will be welcomed in with a beautiful medal and a CHURRO! What better way to get onto the “nice” list than participating in an event that raises funds for a local nonprofit!
Santa Clarita Ballet presents “The Nutcracker” at the PAC
When: Saturday, Dec. 16 at 2 and 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 17 at 2 and 7 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita PAC at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: PAC – The Nutcracker
What: In its 23rd performance of “The Nutcracker,” the Santa Clarita Ballet presents a classic program and favorite holiday tradition for 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.
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