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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. December and January has everything from musicals to festivals, so get ready because it’s a great time to be in the Santa Clarita Valley.
February 2012
Friday, February 3
“America’s Favorite Flowers” Gallery
5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Cost: Free
Enjoy a Gallery Presentation of “America’s Favorite Flowers” by local artist, Trae Mundt. Come and see Trae’s botanical illustrations of America’s State Flowers. Artist’s Reception Friday, February 3 with complimentary Hors D’oeuvres and Desserts. Every state flower will be represented along with our nation’s capital flower and national flower. Located at Canyon Theatre Guild Gallery, 24242 Main Street in Santa Clarita, California 91321. For more information, please contact Trae Mundt at 661-753-9087 or trae@trestrae.com.
Friday-Sunday, February 3-25
Jewtopia • 8:00 p.m.
Jewtopia, written by Bryan Fogel and Sam Wolfson is a comedy where stereotypes collide, cultures clash and chaos ensues! Jewtopia tells the story of two 30-year-old single men, Chris O’Connell and Adam Lipschitz. Chris, a gentile, wants to marry a Jewish girl so he’ll never have to make another decision. Adam Lipschitz, a Jew, wants to marry a Jewish girl to please his family, but can’t get a date to save his life. After meeting at a Jewish singles mixer, Adam and Chris form a secret pact. Chris promises that he will help Adam find the Jewish girl of his dreams and show him “Jewtopia”, but only if Adam will help Chris shed his gentile-ness and bring him undercover into the Jewish world. Show times are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are $20 for Adults and $17 for students and seniors. Group rates are available. There is no Sunday show February 5. Advanced reservations are highly recommended. For tickets, purchase online at www.repeastplayhouse.org or call 661-288-0000. Located at Repertory East Playhouse, 24266 Main Street in Santa Clarita.
Thursday, February 9
An Evening with Anthony Bourdain
8:00 p.m.
Cost: $85, $70, $55
Spend an evening with renowned executive chief, author and internationally-known television personality, Anthony Bourdain from the wildly popular Travel Channel show, No Reservations. Bourdain brings his unique blend of global travel, culinary knowledge and brutal candidness to the stage as he recounts stories from a career that has taken him from New York to Beirut to Taiwan and just about everywhere in between. His extensive experience traveling the globe in search of all cuisines from the unusual to the downright indigestible has made him a household name. Join us for an evening that is sure to be an incredible ride as you enjoy the experiences of a man who believes “traveling fearlessly on one’s stomach” can lead to some of life’s truest suprises. The Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons is located at 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita, California 91355. For more information, please contact PAC Box Office and Patron Services at 661-362-5304 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. You can also learn more online at www.canyonspac.com.
Friday, February 10
Canyon Theatre Guild’s “Night of a Thousand Stars” Gala
6:30 p.m.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with your loved one when the Canyon Theatre Guild presents “A Night of Romance” at the Valencia Country Club. This Gala fundraiser will begin at 6:30 p.m. with a no-host bar and silent auction followed by an elegant dinner in the Country Club’s main banquet room. This black-tie evening will also feature music by the Vibe Quartet, entertainment, live auction and dancing. There are sponsor table opportunities for $1,500 and $2,000, which include seating for 10, table wine courtesy of Pulchella Winery, and table favors. Individual tickets are $100 each and reservations may be made by calling the theatre box office at 661-799-2702. Valencia Country Club is located at 27330 North Tourney Road in Valencia.
Sunday, February 12
Tao: The Art of the Drum
7:00 p.m.
Cost: $55, $45, $30
Athletic bodies and contemporary costumes meet explosive Taiko drumming and innovative choreography in a show that has critics waxing lyrical about TAO’s extraordinary precision, energy, and stamina. A pageantry of beautiful costumes, exotic backgrounds, and choreographed drumming transport you to a dramatic world of sound. With hundreds of sold-out shows and more than a million spectators, TAO has proven that modern entertainment based on the traditional art of Japanese drumming has massive international appeal. The Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons is located at 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita, California 91355. For more information, please contact PAC Box Office and Patron Services at 661-362-5304 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. You can also learn more online at www.canyonspac.com.
Tuesday, February 14
Happy Valentine’s Day
Friday, February 24
101 Years of Broadway
8:00 p.m.
Cost: $55, $45, $30
101 Years of Broadway recreates the biggest moments from the finest shows of the century featuring the actual stars of The Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, Evita, CATS, Wonderful Town, Jesus Christ Superstar, and Fiddler on the Roof. These amazing performers, accompanied by an all-star New York band, light up the stage with songs from the hit shows in which they starred. Neil Berg presents brilliantly- revived arrangements of Broadway classics as well as thrilling songs from Broadway’s newest hit shows in this highly anticipated return engagement. The Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons is located at 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita, California 91355. For more information, please contact PAC Box Office and Patron Services at 661-362-5304 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. You can also learn more online at www.canyonspac.com.
Saturday, February 25
Soroptimist International of Santa Clarita Valley presents: T-Up for Education. 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
T-Up for Education will be a fun-filled day consisting of playing golf in an indoor training center allowing participants and their families to have fun while raising funds to support young women who wish to live their dreams by furthering their education. The funds raised from this event will provide scholarship(s) to high school girls. Located at Scratch Golf Accelerated, 25621 Hercules Street, Santa Clarita, California 91355. Contact Tracy Tait, Chair, at Jlttac123@aol.com or 661-313-0873 for more information or go towww.siscv.com.
March 2012
Saturday, March 3
Mardi Gras Madness 5k
Warm up starts: 7:30 a.m.
Event start time: 8:00 a.m.
5k Adult: $30 pre-registration $35 after 2/17
5k Youth/Military/SCV City Employee: $15 pre-registration $20 after 2/17
1k Adult: $15 pre-registration $20 after 2/17
1k Youth/Military/SCV City Employee: $10 pre-registration $15 after 2/17
On Saturday, March 3, 2012, the members of the Santa Clarita Track Club are proud to present the second annual Mardi Gras Madness! 5K Race and Mini Madness! 1K, benefiting Students Off And Running. SOAR provides a fully supported, Los Angeles Marathon training experience to youth in need ages 13 to 18 at no cost to participants or their families. Students participating in the 24 week, 380-mile training season receive full support including event registration fees, equipment, uniforms, transportation, and training supplies. Located at Bridgeport Market Place, 23951 Newhall Ranch Road, Santa Clarita, California 91355. Contact: Sharlene Duzick at sharleneduzick@ymcala.org or 661-713-7365
Saturday, March 3
Santa Clarita Wine Fest
1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Bridgeport Marketplace, 24061 Newhall Ranch Road, Santa Clarita, California 91355
Event Times:
1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (VIP Event)
Santa Clarita Wine Fest is scheduled for March 3, 2012 at Bridgeport Marketplace. To purchase tickets please visit www.SantaClaritaWineFest.com.
Saturday, March 3
College of the Canyons Foundation Silver Spur Celebration
6:00 p.m.
Save the date for the College of the Canyons Foundation Silver Spur Celebration. More information to follow, please visit www.canyons.edu/offices/foundation/news.html. Located at the Ronald Reagan Library Air Force One Pavilion, 40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley, California 93065
Wednesday, March 7
Kindle Ranch Luncheon
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Come hear the news about our efforts to build the first camp ever- locally, to host children with life threatening illnesses and disabilities. Located at the Hyatt Regency Valencia Hotel, 24500 Town Center Drive in Santa Clarita, California 91355. For more information, please contact Randi at randi@projectkindle.org.
Friday, March 9
The Second City
8:00 p.m.
Cost: $55, $45, $30
America’s famed comedy troupe, The Second City, is coming to Santa Clarita in its one-of-a-kind Laugh Out Loud Tour. From the company that launched the careers of Tina Fey, Stephen Colbert, Steve Carell, Gilda Radner, Bill Murray and more, comes the next generation of the comedy world’s best and brightest in an evening of hilarious sketch comedy and Second City’s trademark improvisation. The Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons is located at 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita, California 91355. For more information, please contact PAC Box Office and Patron Services at 661-362-5304 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. You can also learn more online at www.canyonspac.com.
Sunday, March 18
Soroptomist International of Greater Santa Clarita Valley Fashion Show
3:00 p.m.
Cost: $80
Located at Hyatt Valencia, 24500 Town Center Drive, Santa Clarita, California 91355
Fashion, Fun and Fantasy is the theme for this years’ event! Doors open at 3 p.m. to the public for the boutique with the main event starting at 5:30 p.m. Tickets includes: Sunday Supper, Fashion Show, Guest Comedian and Fantasy! For more information, please visit www.sigscv.org or contact@sigscv.org.
Friday, March 23
Jazz Band: Mix & Match
7:30 p.m.
Cost: $10, $5
The College of the Canyons Jazz Ensemble and Lab Combos will perform musical pieces from boogie-woogie to swing to be-bop to rock to pop. Join us for an evening of instrumental jazz music arranged in a big band and combo style. The Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons is located at 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita, California 91355. For more information, please contact PAC Box Office and Patron Services at 661-362-5304 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. You can also learn more online at www.canyonspac.com.
Saturday, March 24
Michael Hoefflin Foundation Pediatric Cancer Challenge Walk
8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Cost: $25
A non-competitive walk to raise awareness and funds in support of families battling pediatric cancer. Located at College of the Canyons in Cougar Stadium, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita, California 91355. For more information, please call 661-250-4100, or visit www.mhf.org.
Saturday, March 24
Rennie Harris RHAW
8:00 p.m.
Cost: $45, $35, $20
Today’s newest and brightest young street dancers make up RHAW (Rennie Harris Awe-inspiring Works), a company that explores the evolution of street dance while staying true to its roots. Founded in 2007, the company was conceived as a way to give teens and young adults a springboard to develop their raw talent and professionalism. From Campbell Locking, Popping and Boogaloo to House and Hip Hop dance, this show is sure to bring you “RHAW” street dancing the way it was meant to be performed and shared. The Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons is located at 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita, California 91355. For more information, please contact PAC Box Office and Patron Services at 661-362-5304 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. You can also learn more online at www.canyonspac.com.
Wednesday-Sunday, March 28-31
The Heidi Chronicles by Wendy Wasserstein
8:00 p.m.
Cost: $10, $5
Wendy Wasserstein’s 1989 Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning play chronicles the glory days of the feminist movement through the character of art historian Heidi Holland. Over a 25- year period, from high school in the mid-sixties through the ‘having-it-all’ era of the late 80’s, the experiences of Heidi and her friends and lovers chart the transformative political and social changes of that exhilarating period. This production contains profanity and adult situations and is recommended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is advised for children under 13. Children under the age of five are not allowed in the theater. The New York Times critic Mel Gussow wrote of the Playwrights Horizon production: ‘Ms. Wasserstein has always been a clever writer of comedy. This time she has been exceedingly watchful about not settling for easy laughter, and the result is a more penetrating play. This is not to suggest, however, that The Heidi Chronicles is ever lacking in humor. The Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons is located at 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita, California 91355. For more information, please contact PAC Box Office and Patron Services at 661-362-5304 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. You can also learn more online at www.canyonspac.com.
Saturday, March 31
3rd Annual KHTS Santa Clarita Home and Garden Show
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Cost: $5 (Discount Tickets available), free parking
Over 70 of the area’s finest businesses and organizations with products and services for the home and garden. Special Kids Zone with at least three attractions. There will be a plant giveaway each day to the first 500 attendees, dozens of prizes and special deals. Portion of the proceeds benefit the WiSH Foundation. See www.scvhomeandgarden.com for details, or call Gary Buterbaugh at 661-255-7063. |
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