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Whether you’re just stopping by or have lived here for years, there are always fun events and concerts to keep everyone busy.
April and May has everything from musicals to festivals, so get ready because it’s a great time to be in the Santa Clarita Valley.
April 2014
Thursday, April 3 – Art Slam! 7 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Art Slam is a monthly art happening, featuring a variety of art, entertainment, and activities centered around a theme. For more information about this event, visit www.thursdaysatnewhall.com.
Friday-Saturday, April 4-5 – Neil Simon’s Biloxi Blues – 8 p.m.
The Repertory East Playhouse is proud to announce Neil Simon’s award winning comedy Biloxi Blues. Tickets are $25 for Adults and $20 for students and seniors. For tickets, purchase online at www.repeastplayhouse.org or call 661-288-0000.
Saturday, April 5 – Willie Nelson and Family – 8 p.m.
Join us for an unforgettable night of music with Willie Nelson and Family at the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center. For more information, please visit www.canyonspac.com.
Saturday, April 5 – Cowgirls & Crystals at Carousel Ranch
This will be an event like no other including a cowgirl experience with great food, drinks, line dancing, campfire, and more. Located at Carousel Ranch, 34289 Rocking Horse Road in Santa Clarita. Contact Denise Tomey-Redmond for more information at 661-268-8010 or by emailing info@carouselranch.com. www.carouselranch.org.
Sunday, April 6, 13, 20, 27 – Farmer’s Market – 8:30 a.m.
Every week over 40 California farmers bring the freshest, vine and tree ripened fruits and vegetables to you. Other California agricultural items offerings are: fresh meat products, herbs, honey, eggs, whole and shelled nuts, cheese, olive oil, fruit juices, jams, jellies, cut flowers and potted plants. Located at COC Parking Lot 5, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Valencia.
Thursday, April 10 – JAM Sessions – 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Thursdays@Newhall is launching a new free event in Old Town Newhall on the second Thursday of the month, called JAM Sessions. This free event features musical movements by various performing arts groups in partnership with the Ford Theatre Foundation, the James Irvine Foundation, and the City of Santa Clarita. April will feature Balinese Dance and Music with CalArts Balinese Ensemble. To learn more about J.A.M. Sessions, visit www.FordJamSessions.org.
Friday, April 11 – World Beat Series – Tiempo Libre – 8 p.m.
The three-time Grammy-nominated Cuban musical group, Tiempo Libre, is one of the hottest young bands today. Classically trained at Cuba’s premier conservatories, the group is a hit in the U.S. and abroad, and is celebrated for its sophisticated performances of timba, a joyous mix of high-voltage Latin jazz and the seductive rhythms of “son.” For more information, please visit www.canyons.edu/Offices/PIO/CanyonsPAC/
Saturday, April 12 – Castaic Lake Water Agency
Gardening Class – 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
April will highlight “Water Works – The Basics of Landscape Irrigation”. These free workshops are held one Saturday per month at the Castaic Lake Water Agency, 27234 Bouquet Canyon Road in Santa Clarita. To register, please call 661-513-1230 and visit www.clwa.org.
Saturday, April 12 – Earth Arbor Day – 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The City of Santa Clarita Earth Arbor Day celebration will take place on April 12, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Central Park. This day celebrating the Earth will have a variety of activities, entertainment, and other components to it. For more information, Arts & Events Office 661-250-3787 or www.santa-clarita.com/arts.
Thursday, April 17 – SENSES – 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Awaken your senses at this monthly themed block party where bands, food trucks, drinks, activities, contests, and more get the weekend started right in Old Town Newhall. Hosted on the third Thursday of every month, SENSES on Main Street transforms the street into a nightlife atmosphere that is free and open to guests of all ages. For more information, visit www.thursdaysatnewhall.com.
Friday, April 18 – Symphony of the Canyons: A French Connection – 7 p.m.
The Symphony of the Canyons will be joined by the Santa Clarita Valley Youth Orchestra and Prelude Stings for a concert of American and French music in preparation for their tour to Normandy and Paris for the 70th Anniversary of the D-Day invasion. For more information, please visit www.canyons.edu/Offices/PIO/CanyonsPAC/
Thursday, April 24 – Cowboy Couture – 7 p.m.
Tickets: $20 and on stage seating $25
Cowboy Couture, the Western inspired, big city, cowboy infused premiere fashion event of the year will kick off the 2014 Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival. Festivities start at 6:30 p.m. with a reception in The Hydeaway Lounge, The REP’s exclusive full service cocktail bar, with the fashion show starting at 8 p.m. For Tickets call: 661-288-0000 or go to www.repeastplayhouse.org
Thursday-Sunday, April 24-27 – Cowboy Festival
Held at various times and locations, visit www.cowboyfestival.org for more information. The best performers in western entertainment will celebrate the City of Santa Clarita 18th annual Cowboy Festival with several events throughout the Santa Clarita Valley. For more information, please call 661-250-3735 or www.cowboyfestival.org.
Friday, April 25 – Chancellor’s Choice Series –
Robert Irvine Live
Previously seen on Worst Cooks in America and The Next Iron Chef, Robert Irvine now plays host on The Food Network’s ratings-topping show Restaurant: Impossible. Robert Irvine Live is a high energy, multimedia and multi-sensory theatrical experience that provides opportunities for audience participation, while witnessing the challenging nature of a television show coming to life right before your eyes. For more information, please visit www.canyons.edu/Offices/PIO/CanyonsPAC/
Saturday, April 26 – ASL Comedy Tour – 7 p.m.
Keith Wann presents some classic material as he hosts the ASL Comedy Tour 2014, along with headliners Wink and Branton Stewart. Featuring a special appearance by Justin “Wormy” Callaway and introducing the newest rising star, Greg Bland. Voice noise and occasional incoherent utterances by Wann and Wink will make it accessible for the signing-impaired. This special event is presented by the College of the Canyons ASL Club and American Sign Language Department. Rated ASL-13. Performers subject to change. For more information, please visit www.canyons.edu/Offices/PIO/CanyonsPAC/
Sunday, April 27 – Assistance League Santa Clarita
Operation School Bell 5K Run/Walk – 8 a.m.
A fun family event to raise funds to support Assistance League Santa Clarita’s Operation School Bell program which provides clothing and shoes to over 2,000 children in the Santa Clarita Valley. For more information, please contact: Chris Tanner at 661-254-0567 and visit www.assistanceleaguesantaclarita.org.
May 2014
Saturday, May 3 – CFF Great Strides Walk
Valencia @ Westfield Town Center’
The Foundation’s biggest fundraising event, GREAT STRIDES: Taking Steps to Cure Cystic Fibrosis, will be taking place at Westfield Valencia Town Center. Join a team, form a team, donate, walk, and help the Foundation make CF stand for Cure Found! For more information, visit www.cff.org.
Sunday, May 4 – Child & Family Center’s
Taste of the Town 2014 – 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
A celebration of food, spirits, and philanthropy, the event features delectable edibles from 40-plus outstanding local restaurants, caterers, and wine and beer purveyors. The event will feature live music by Mark LeVang, live and silent auctions and the exciting Diamond Drop. Diamond Drop tickets are $25 each and include a glass of champagne. Tickets are available through the Foundation. The diamond’s winner need not be present at event. Ticket prices inclusive of food and drink. General Admission: $75. Reserved Umbrella Table Seating: $100 (advance purchase only). Please contact the Foundation office for tickets/further information at 661-255-6847 ext. 3166.
Thursday, May 8 – JAM Sessions – 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Thursdays@Newhall is launching a new free event in Old Town Newhall on the second Thursday of the month, called JAM Sessions. This free event features musical movements by various performing arts groups in partnership with the Ford Theatre Foundation, the James Irvine Foundation, and the City of Santa Clarita. The month of May will feature Bluegrass with Randy Torno Bluegrass Jam School. To learn more about J.A.M. Sessions, visit www.FordJamSessions.org.
Friday-Sunday, May 9-11, 16-17 – COC Theatre
Rent – 8 p.m.
Set in the East Village of New York City, “Rent” is about falling in love, finding your voice and living for today. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, “Rent” has become a pop cultural phenomenon with songs that rock and a story that resonates with audiences of all ages. For more information, please visit www.canyons.edu/Offices/PIO/CanyonsPAC/.
Saturday, May 10 – Fight It! 5K – 7 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Join us for the 13th annual Fight It! 5K Race and Walk-a-Thon, benefiting the Brenda Mehling Cancer Fund. We are very excited to be offering a 10K and 1K Fun K for kids and adults of all ages! This event benefits the Brenda Mehling Cancer Fund. The Brenda Mehling Cancer Fund (BMCF) supports patients ages 18 to 40 as they undergo cancer treatment. It provides services to meet daily needs that are not covered by insurance. Learn more at www.fightit5k.com.
Saturday, May 10 – 41st Annual Frontier Toyota/Henry Mayo “Drive Safe” Golf Classic – 7:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Tournament benefits Emergency and Trauma Services at Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital. Located at Valencia Country Club, 27330 Tourney Road, the Shotgun start is at 9 a.m., dinner, awards and auction begin at 3:30 pm. Call 661-200-1202 for more details or visit www.henrymayogiving.com.
Saturday, May 10 – Castaic Lake Water
Agency Gardening Class – 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
May highlights “Mini Classes on Colorful and Tasty Topics”. These free workshops are held one Saturday per month at the Castaic Lake Water Agency, 27234 Bouquet Canyon Road in Santa Clarita. To register, please call 661-513-1230 and visit www.clwa.org.
Thursday, May 15 – SENSES – 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Awaken your senses at this monthly themed block party where bands, food trucks, drinks, activities, contests, and more get the weekend started right in Old Town Newhall. Hosted on the third Thursday of every month, SENSES on Main Street transforms the street into a nightlife atmosphere that is free and open to guests of all ages. For more information, visit www.thursdaysatnewhall.com.
Friday, May 16 – Amgen Tour of CA Stage 6 Start – 11:35 a.m.
Stage 6 will start at Main Street and Market Street in Old Town Newhall. It will finish at Mountain High North, a distance of 97 miles. For more information, please visit www.santaclaritatourofca.com.
Saturday, May 17 – Fairy Berry Breakfast – 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Join the Domestic Violence Center for our 2nd Annual Fairy Berry Breakfast and Fairy Houses and Beyond Contest. The morning will start off with a pancake breakfast and will follow with a judging and auction of fairy houses. Cost to attend is $25. Contact the DVC or visit our website for more info or to purchase tickets- 661-259-8175. www.dvc-scv.org
Saturday, May 17 – SISCV Gentleman For A Cause – 6 p.m.
This very exciting event will offer fun entertaining gentlemen with a fast paced live auction at an incredible value of just $50, which includes dinner and a drink! For more information or if you have a service you would like to offer or a fun date you would like to plan… please contact Amanda Etcheverry at 559-355-1188, amanda.etcheverry@gmail.com or visit our website at www.siscv.com.
Saturday-Sunday, May 17-18 – Relay For Life – 9 a.m. – 9 a.m.
American Cancer Society will be having their Relay For Life of Santa Clarita Valley at Central Park. Don’t miss out on a fantastic event supporting a great cause. For more information, please visit www.scvrelay.com.
Saturday, May 24 – Give ‘Em Hope BBQ
Santa Clarita’s first community BBQ celebrating our LGBT families, friends and neighbors in honor of Harvey Milk Day. PFLAG SCV, together with the Gay-Straight Alliances from the William S. Hart School District and College of the Canyons, will be hosting our inaugural “Give ‘Em Hope BBQ.” To purchase tickets or to learn more about PFLAG SCV, visit www.pflagscv.com.
Saturday, May 31 – Chancellor’s Choice Series –
Hal Holbrook as Mark Twain – 8 p.m.
Marking its 60th consecutive year for this one-man tour de force, Mark Twain Tonight! has become perhaps the longest running show in theatre history, with close to 2,500 performances. For more information, please visit www.canyons.edu/Offices/PIO/CanyonsPAC/ |
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