by élite Magazine | May 22, 2015 | Features, June/July |
Over the last five years, Santa Clarita has seen a decline in its overall crime rate, despite the increase in population, which is currently at 213,500 according to the California Department of Finance. Being among the safest communities in California, The Santa...
by Stephanie Struyck | May 24, 2013 | Closeup, June/July
It all began with the ukulele that his father had given to him as a young boy. “I picked up the instrument and just learned how to play,” states Santa Clarita resident, Rudy Struyck. Born in 1943, in Makassar, Indonesia, Rudy is the oldest of eight brothers and...
by Julie Bergher | May 24, 2013 | June/July, Relationship
Even at our age there are times, though increasingly rare, that we find ourselves ridiculously excited about someone we’ve met. This recently happened to me. My reaction to our meeting was reminiscent of my adolescence (and my obsession over Darren Brown when I was...
by élite Magazine | May 24, 2013 | Calendar, June/July
Looking for cool things to do in Santa Clarita? Whether you’re just stopping by or have lived here for years, there are always fun events and concerts to keep everyone busy. June and July has everything from musicals to festivals, so get ready because it’s a...
by Stephanie Struyck | May 24, 2013 | June/July, Spotlight
Take the speed of hockey and mix it with the stamina of soccer and the agility of basketball and you’ve got lacrosse. It’s a fast-paced, action-packed game that requires coordination, agility, quickness and speed. Played with a stick, otherwise known as the crosse,...
by Stephanie Struyck | May 24, 2013 | June/July, Love Stories
They met at Arizona State University. He was a senior and she was a freshman. Who would’ve imagined their partnership on the cheerleading team would eventually grow into a lifelong partnership of love and learning? Well it did. Santa Clarita residents Liz and...
by élite Magazine | May 24, 2013 | Calendar, June/July
Meet the Bands Queen Nation – July 6 – An amazing tribute to one of rocks greatest show bands, Queen. Queen Nation is a picturesque re-creation of vintage Queen. Lead vocalists Joe or Gregory capture Freddy Mercury’s voice and mannerisms complemented...
by Stephanie Struyck | May 24, 2013 | June/July, Love Stories
He was born and raised in Hartford, Connecticut. She was an east coast girl herself, born in Sharon, Connecticut and raised in New York. The two met in the spring of 1979, and have been inseparable ever since, building a lifetime of success at home and in their...
by Stephanie Struyck | May 24, 2013 | Great Escape, June/July
Photos by Stephanie Struyck Elgin With my cowboy hat in tow, I packed my bags, put on my boots and headed on over to the land of good ol’ country music…Nashville, Tennessee. And while most country crooners are known to get their start in the city, I...
by élite Magazine | May 24, 2013 | Home & Garden, June/July
Ultimate Home & Garden Awards Over the last few months, we’ve asked our readers to vote for their favorites, the best of the best- the Ultimate in Dining, Beauty & Fitness. Winners for the Ultimate in Dining will be announced in our August/September...
by Eve Bushman | May 24, 2013 | Eve's Wine 101, Food & Wine, June/July
Photos by Alex Hafizi As this is our June/July issue I thought of the red, white and blue drinks I’ve enjoyed during the summer months: Pinot Noir as it’s lighter in body and color than many other red wines, clear vodkas, and those icy blue cocktails I drank in...
by Stephanie Struyck | May 24, 2013 | June/July, Spotlight
She grew up walking and playing in the countryside, in a small town right in the middle of England. With a deep love for nature, author Clare Fower is fascinated by everything that lives and breathes. “To this day, I am never happier than when I am walking my dogs...
