Calendar of Special Events – February/March
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. February and March has everything from musicals to festivals, so get ready because it’s a great time to be in the Santa Clarita Valley.
February 2010
Saturday, February 6, 2010
Spirit of Uganda
8:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
To the melodic tones of standing drums, with dynamic choreography, bright, layered rhythms, and gorgeous call-and-response vocals, a vibrant cast of 22 performers, ages six to 18, oscillates between ferocity and softness as they bring to life the sounds and movements of East Africa.
Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center
26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Valencia
Contact the PAC Box Office
661-362-5304
patronservices@canyons.edu
www.canyonspac.com
Thursday, February 11, 2010
The Five Languages of Love
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
The Five Languages of Love of children can help make your child feel secure, loved, and more willing and open to interact with you and your family.
Santa Clarita Activities Center,
Santa Clarita Room B
20880 Centre Pointe Parkway, Santa Clarita
661-250-3708
www.scyouthandfamily.com
Sunday,
February 13, 2010
SCV Chinese
Culture Day
11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
In Celebration of the Chinese New Year, the Mayor and Council of the City of Santa Clarita have declared February 14 the 2010 SCV Chinese Culture Day. Join us to enjoy the Chinese arts, music, performances, and taste some authentic Chinese food while getting your name written in beautiful Chinese.
Legacy Christian Academy
27680 Dickason Drive, Valencia
principal@scvchineseschool.com
www.scvchineseschool.com
Saturday, February 13, 2010
Women’s Conference Hosted
by Rep. Buck McKeon
8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Congressman Buck McKeon will host his first Women’s Conference in the 25th Congressional District of California to discuss pressing issues important to women today. The finale will be a high profile female keynote speaker to polish off the morning. Please RSVP on his website.
College of the Canyons Campus Cafeteria
26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita
Contact Lindsey Mask
202-680-4417
lindsey.mask@mail.house.gov
www.mckeon.house.gov
Saturday, February 13, 2010
Valentino for Valentine’s
6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Join us for an evening of Rudolph Valentino, the romance king himself! Advance ticket purchase is required and can be made by calling 661-254-4584. Ticket Price: $40 per person. Sorry, no refunds will be permitted. This event is co-hosted by the William S. Hart Park and Museum and the Santa Clarita Valley Historical Society
William S. Hart Park
24151 Newhall Avenue, Newhall
Contact William S. Hart Museum
661-254-4584
information@hartmuseum.org
www.hartmuseum.org
Sunday, February 14, 2010
Singing Valentines
8 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Say “I Love You” with a singing Valentine and leave your sweetheart speechless. Nothing tells someone you love them like a Singing Valentine. Santa Clarita Valley’s own Men of Harmony Barbershop Quartets will serenade your sweetheart at home, at work or anywhere you choose in the Santa Clarita Valley. Your singing gift that says “I Love You” includes: a two love song Serenade, a Valentine’s Day card with your personalized greeting and a flower gift. Valentine Serenades will be available Saturday, February 13 and Valentine’s Day Sunday February 14, 2010. Regular delivery anywhere in the SCV between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. costs $45 and is usually within two hours of your requested time and costs $45. Premier “Straight from the Heart” delivery will be within 15 minutes of your target time at $55.
Contact Cal for more information
661-296-2292
TuneIn@scvMenofHarmony.com
www.scvmenofharmony.com
Saturday, February 20, 2010
Health and Wellness Fair
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce invites the public to a free Health and Wellness Fair. The event includes health screenings, information about cancer and other diseases, and nutrition and wellness strategies. Health experts will provide information and answer questions.
College of the Canyons Gym
26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Valencia
Contact Nichole Swanson
661-702-6977
nswanson@scvchamber.com
www.scvchamber.com
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Freedom Child
2:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
A Season of Diversity: Freedom Child – The Civil Rights Children’s 1963 “Bombingham” one-woman show recalling the life of Dr. Bernadette McAllister. Bernadette was 13-years-old when she took part in the “Children’s Crusade.” Over 1,000 African-American children participated in this demonstration, singing “We Shall Overcome,” while they were taken to jail.
Valencia Library
23743 W. Valencia Boulevard, Santa Clarita
Contact Community Services for more information
661-250-3708
www.santa-clarita.com/humanrelationsforum
Saturday, February 27, 2010
Annual R. K. Downs Jazz Festival
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The annual R.K. Downs Invitational Jazz Festival takes over the College of the Canyons Performing Arts Center’s main stage and presents top high school and college jazz bands and groups, plus a performance by the legendary COC Studio Jazz Ensemble big band.
Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center
26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Valencia
Contact the PAC Box Office
661-362-5304
patronservices@canyons.edu
www.canyonspac.com
Saturday, February 27, 2010
Celebrity Waiter presents
“Senior Prom”
6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Re-live your Senior Prom at our incredible Annual Celebrity Waiter Event to benefit the SCV Senior Center!
The Hyatt Valencia
24500 Town Center Drive, Valencia
Contact Kathy Crone
661-964-7626
kcrone@scvsc.org
www.scvseniordfoundation.org
March 2010
Saturday, March 6, 2010
COC Foundation Silver
Spur Event
6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
The College of the Canyons Foundation is pleased to announce the 2010 Silver Spur Celebration honoring Gary and Myrna Condie. Location to be determined.
Contact Michele Edmonson
661-362-3435
michele.edmonson@canyons.edu
www.canyons.edu
Friday, March 19, 2010
Jazz at Hart
8:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Experience the Lori Andrews JazHarp Trio in the beautiful Hart Museum! Jazz up your evening with harpist Lori Andrews who was described by Scott Yanow of “The All Music Guide to Jazz” as a musician who “shows that her delicate instrument can be used to produce swinging, soulful, funky and stomping music.” Reservations are required. Please call 661-254-4584 for ticket reservations. Tickets Price: $10 Members/$15 Non-Members.
William S. Hart Museum
24151 Newhall Avenue, Newhall
Contact William S. Hart Museum
661-254-4584
information@hartmuseum.org
www.hartmuseum.org
Friday, March 26, 2010
Winter Concert
7:30 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
Popular jazz standards along with more contemporary jazz fusion tunes will be performed and feature the members of the COC Jazz Ensemble and COC Lab Jazz Combo, under the direction of KC Manji.
Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center
26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Valencia
Contact the PAC Box Office
661-362-5304
patronservices@canyons.edu
www.canyonspac.com
Saturday, March 27, 2010
2nd Annual Sweet Charity
Cake Auction
6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Back by popular demand! Local companies, charities and schools will design an “Ace of Cake” specialty cake, to promote their mission, logo, product or mascot and put it on display for viewing and bidding. Cake Entrants will be asked to pair their cake with auction items to increase the value.
The TPC at Valencia
26550 Heritage View Lane, Valencia
Contact Kim Goldman
661-257-9688
kim@helpnothassle.org
www.helpnothassle.org
Saturday, March 27, 2010
Samuel Dixon 5k Family Run/Walk for Heroes
6:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
A uniquely fun family run/walk with excitement at the park and along the Southfork Trail, followed by awards, raffle and a Hero Hotcakes breakfast.
All proceeds benefit the Samuel Dixon Family Health Center.
Newhall Park on the corner of Newhall Avenue and Dalbey
Contact Cheryl Laymon
661-257-7892
cheryl@sdfhc.org
www.sdfhc.org
Sunday, March 28, 2010
An Evening with Steve Tyrell
7:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
Over the last decade, Steve Tyrell has been at the forefront of a renaissance in recordings, including everything from movie soundtracks to Grammy winning albums produced with Rod Stewart.
Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center
26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Valencia
Contact the PAC Box Office
661-362-5304
patronservices@canyons.edu
www.canyonspac.com |
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