August 2010
Sunday, August 1 SCV Education Foundation Fundraiser 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Cost: $35 per person SCV Education Foundation invites you to a Fundraiser at All Corked Up for a delightful and relaxing afternoon as you sample unique wines, enjoy light snacks, listen to the sounds of Jonathan LaFrance. All Corked Up 26340 Diamond Place, Santa Clarita 661-414-4465 info@scveducationfoundation.org
Sunday, August 1 Santa Clarita Shakespeare Festival presents: The Tempest 8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Cost: Free Gates open at 6 p.m. for food and pre-show festivities. Free performances of William Shakespeare’s The Tempest directed by Mark McQuown will be featured in a brand new space right off the 5 Freeway at the “gateway” to Santa Clarita. For more than 20 years, Shakespeare has traveled throughout the Santa Clarita Valley with free performances for the community. The event is free, open to all, and suitable for the entire family. Bring the family and a blanket! Towsley Canyon Park 24255 The Old Road, Santa Clarita info@scshakespearefest.org facebook.com/SCShakespeareFest
Friday, August 6, 13, 20 & 27 Lexus of Valencia Jazz & Blues 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Cost: Free Get ready for the sounds of live Jazz and Blues bands to once again fill Town Center Drive in Valencia. Lexus of Valencia Jazz & Blues features regional, national and international entertainers in a quaint street party setting while offering interactive activities for adults and children. In addition there will be a variety of food and beverages, including wine and beer for the adults. No pets or outside food or beverages are allowed. Town Center Drive 24500 Town Center Drive, Santa Clarita Contact Barbara Myler 661-290-2911 www.valenciajazzandblues.com
Saturday, August 7 Concerts in the Park 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Cost: Free Zoot Suit Revue is a nationally acclaimed Retro Swing, Rockin’ Oldies show. With their custom zoot suits and slick dance moves, they’ll play music that covers artists as diverse as Brian Setzer, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Elvis, and Frank Sinatra. Santa Clarita Central Park 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita www.zootsuitrevue.com
Sunday, August 8 Imagine…An Evening In Paris 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Now in its 2nd year, Imagine, is a well established and much anticipated fundraising event for the American Cancer Society in Santa Clarita Valley. With more than 150 guests attending the event last year, we are certain to have a great turnout once again as we honor community leaders with our Legacy of Hope Award. Guests will enjoy dinner, entertainment and much more. Robinson Ranch Golf Club – 27734 Sand Canyon Road, Canyon Country Contact Candy Spahr candy.spahr@earthlink.net
Saturday & Sunday, August 7-8 & 14-15 Santa Clarita Regional Theatre presents: “Annie” 2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Cost: $12 – $29 Broadway’s optimistic and uplifting musical about America’s favorite orphan and her adventures. College of the Canyons Performing Arts Center 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita CTG Box office: 661-799-2702
Friday, August 13 Square and Round Dance 7:30 p.m. The Sierra Hillbillies Square and Round Dance Club will host its August dance at the SCV Senior Center. Rick Gittelman will be calling squares, and Cindy Mower will cue rounds. New classes will begin in September. Come and join the fun! SCV Senior Center 22900 Market Street, Newhall Contact Alan 661-298-7794 www.sierrahillbillies.org
Saturday, August 14 Route 66 Classic Car Show 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Route 66 Classic Grill 18730 Soledad Canyon Road, Santa Clarita Join us for our 11th year raising money for SCV Safe Rides. Our Classic Car Shows offer over 125 Classic Cars from SoCal. Enjoy our live band, great food and drink, raffle prizes and warm summer nights. Car registration is $10, spectators are free! Contact George Thomas 661-298-1494 georgethomas66@yahoo.com www.route66classicgrill.com
Saturday, August 14 5th Annual Debbie Templeton Poker Tourney 6:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Cost: Tournament Registration (21 & Over): $125.00 ($140 at the door) – Guests (Non-Players): $40. Tickets include a meal with beer/wine. The Santa Clarita Valley Jaycees will host the 5th BMCF/Debbie Templeton Texas Hold’em Charity Poker Tournament. For only $125 you can enjoy this fun and exciting event that includes food and drinks benefitting the Brenda Mehling Cancer Fund and The Gilda Radner Familial Ovarian Cancer Registry. Santa Clarita Activities Center 20880 Centre Pointe Parkway, Santa Clarita Contact Troy Werner 661-252-9022 marketing@scvjaycees.com
Saturday, August 14 Concerts in the Park 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Cost: Free Durell Coleman Band is a Motown, soul, classic and current R&B high end 12-piece band which features ex-Star Search winner, Durell Coleman, fronting his awesome show band. Santa Clarita Central Park 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita www.dcband.com
Tuesday, August 17 United States Air Force Band of the Golden West 7:00 p.m. Cost: A No Charge, Non-Ticketed Event Returning to the PAC for a third season, the Band of the Golden West concert will focus on a variety of styles, including traditional band repertoire and patriotic music and marches. College of the Canyons- Performing Arts Center 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita 661-362-5304 patronservices@canyons.edu www.canyonsPAC.com
Friday, August 20 The SMO One Hit Wonder Dance 7:30 p.m. – 11:59 p.m. Cost: $35 per person or $60 per couple Dance the night away to your favorite 80s Music as we count down Santa Clarita’s Favorite One Hit Wonders! Event will include dancing, appetizers, raffle prizes and retro drink specials! All Proceeds will benefit Single Mothers Outreach of Santa Clarita. Paseo Club 27650 Dickason Drive, Santa Clarita 661-288-0117 www.singlemothersoutreach.org
Saturday, August 21 Concerts in the Park 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Cost: Free California Transit Authority – Danny Seraphine, one of the world’s most highly-respected rock drummers, with Marc Bonilla on guitar, Peter Fish and Edward Harris Roth on keyboards, Mick Mahan on bass, vocalist Eric Redd, and singer Larry Braggs. Get ready for a night of high-powered world-class music, Chicago style! Santa Clarita Central Park 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita www.pramikentertainment.com/cta
Sunday, August 22 Michael Bolton One World One Love 2010 Tour 7:00 p.m. Cost: Individual Ticket Prices: $85 / $70 / $55, Chancellors Choice Series: $252 / $207 / $139.50 From Shanghai to Singapore and now Santa Clarita, this stop on Bolton’s “One World One Love” 2010 Tour will be a performance sure to be talked about for years to come. With more than 53 million albums sold, and numerous Grammy Awards, Bolton has touched the hearts of legions of fans. College of the Canyons – Performing Arts Center 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita Contact PAC Box Office and Patron Services 661-362-5304 patronservices@canyons.edu www.canyonsPAC.com
Saturday, August 28 Country Western Casino Night 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Join the fun at The Gentle Barn to raise funds for the care of the 60 cows. The Gentle Barn 15825 Sierra Highway, Canyon County. 661-252-2440 www.gentlebarn.org
Saturday, August 28 Concerts in the Park 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Cost: Free Don’t Stop Believing – featuring the songs and sounds of Journey. From soaring vocals to searing guitar riffs, this band will take you on a journey to a Higher Place. Santa Clarita Central Park 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita www.pramikentertainment.com/dsb
September 2010
Friday, September 10 Square and Round Dance 7:30 p.m. The Sierra Hillbillies Square and Round Dance Club will host its September dance, celebrating the club’s 43rd Anniversary, at the SCV Senior Center. John Reitmaer will be calling squares, and Cindy Mower will cue rounds. New classes will begin in September. Come and join the fun! SCV Senior Center 22900 Market Street, Newhall Contact Alan for more informaiton 661-298-7794 www.sierrahillbillies.org
Saturday, September 11 Betty Ferguson Foundation Woman of Honor Dinner 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Cost: $ 150 Celebrate with Betty Ferguson Foundation for the 10th Annual Woman of Honor Dinner recognizing Jacquie Petersen, our “Jewel” of Santa Clarita. Sponsorship tables are available. For more information, contact the BFF office. Hyatt Regency Valencia 24500 Town Center Drive, Santa Clarita 661-702-8712
Saturday, September 18 The National HART Foundation Casino Night 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Cost: TBD-Please contact us directly for immediate information The National HART Foundation is pleased to announce its first annual Casino Night themed fundraiser. Every dollar earned from this fun-filled event is invested back into the National HART Foundation. Please check out our website www.nationalhart.org to learn more about the Foundation, or contact us directly for information regarding how to sign up for the Casino Night Event. Location: TBD-Please contact us directly for immediate information Contact Hope Morrice 661-295-4664 Hope@nationalhart.org
Saturday, September 25 17th Annual Evening Under the Stars Gala Dinner 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Five For Fighting to Rock “Evening Under the Stars!” One of the hottest names in music will take the stage at the Michael Hoefflin Foundation’s annual “Evening Under the Stars Gala Dinner & Auction” with one of Valencia’s most popular restaurants serving dinner. Five For Fighting, the band name under which singer/songwriter John Ondrasik records and performs, will be the headline entertainment, and Salt Creek Grille will cater the 17th annual event. Mann Biomedical Park – 25104 Rye Canyon Loop, Valencia Contact Michael Hoefflin Foundation 661-250-4100 mail@mhf.org www.mhf.org
Saturday, September 25 Day for Kids Marks Free Family Fun 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. The City of Santa Clarita and the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley will sponsor the fifth annual Day for Kids at Newhall Park. This major family event is estimated to attract some 6,000 people. All activities are free— including entertainment, games, food, carnival rides, and a raffle. Newhall Park 24923 Newhall Avenue, Santa Clarita www.scvbgc.org
Saturday, September 25 3rd Annual TPC Art and Wine Auction 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Evening of fine wine, great food and exquisite art with proceeds to support local arts organizations. TPC Valencia 26550 Heritage View Lane, Valencia Contact Dave Bossert dave.bossert@disney.com
Tuesday, September 28 Grand Opera Cinema “Madame Butterfly” Preshow Lecture 6:00 p.m. Show 7:00 p.m. Cost: Individual Ticket Prices $10 / $5 One of the world’s most beloved and dramatic operas, “Madame Butterfly” is a classic tale of colliding hearts and cultures set in 19th-century Japan and featuring some of Puccini’s most popular music. College of the Canyon- Performing Arts Center 26455 Rockewell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita 661-362-5304 patronservices@canyons.edu www.canyonsPAC.com |