Santa Clarita’s must-attend events
January 18, 2020 5:00 am
One of the best parts of living in the Santa Clarita Valley is the number of fun and charitable events scheduled throughout the year.
Author: Michele Buttelman
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Michele Buttelman
California touted as ‘Dog Friendliest State’
January 18, 2020 5:00 am
For those who consider a pet their “furbaby,” traveling isn’t the same without your best “furfriends.” Living in California, you won’t have to “work like a dog” to figure out where to go on vacation.
Welcome to the Year of the Metal Rat
January 11, 2020 5:00 am
The Lunar New Year, or Chinese New Year, officially begins this year on Jan. 25 and ends Feb. 4. Lunar calendars consist of 12 months with each month roughly corresponding to one cycle of the moon.
California’s ‘secret’ slopes
January 4, 2020 5:00 am
California is known for great skiing in Lake Tahoe and Squaw Valley, Mammoth and Big Bear, but the state also has many secret slopes for backcountry skiing, as well as other “snow fun” activities.
Kathie Martin — Building bridges as water PIO
January 4, 2020 5:00 am
Kathie Martin, the public information office of SCV Water, said before she came to the Santa Clarita Valley, she didn’t really know all the intricacies of water delivery, or water politics.
What’s new in California in 2020
December 28, 2019 5:00 am
In 2020 California celebrates its 170th birthday with a plethora of new attractions sure to entice locals and visitors alike to celebrate the Golden State.
Winter break family fun
December 28, 2019 5:00 am
The holidays are over but the kids are still out of school. What to do? Here’s a few ideas to enjoy Winter break family time.
Kevin Thompson— Munchkins and Ewoks
December 28, 2019 5:00 am
The final installment of the “Star Wars” film saga, “The Rise of Skywalker,” opened in theaters Dec. 20. The events in the movie, which happen in a galaxy, far, far away, wrap up the nine-part movie franchise which began in 1977 with “Star Wars: A New Hope.”
New Year’s Eve: Celebrate Your Way
December 21, 2019 5:00 am
New Year’s Eve is a time to celebrate endings and beginnings. It is time to put the old year to bed, and welcome the promise and hope of a new beginning.
Travel for New Year’s Eve
December 21, 2019 5:00 am
Everyone knows that Las Vegas puts on an amazing New Year’s Eve celebration. Ditto for the iconic ball drop held in Times Square in New York. However, there are many fun destinations where you can ring in the New Year in style.
Michele makes … New Year’s Eve Party Snacks
December 21, 2019 5:00 am
The holidays are exhausting, but also the chance to make the most of time with family and friends. You don’t have to spend hours in the kitchen to host a fun get-together for New Year’s Eve.
Realtor Mike Lebecki ‘donates’ his love of water to Santa Clarita
November 17, 2019 6:00 am
It has been eight years since attendees to popular nonprofit fundraisers in the Santa Clarita Valley have had the chance to bid on a harbor cruise with Realtor Mike Lebecki.
Celebrate the Holidays: Tree Lightings
November 17, 2019 6:00 am
Nothing sets the tone for the holiday season like the official tree lighting ceremonies held in cities throughout Southern California. These festive events can include entertainment and the arrival of Santa. Best of all, these events are all free.
Fabulous fall entertainment around town and L.A.
November 17, 2019 6:00 am
Highlights of the fall entertainment scene include music and more. See a live performance by A Flock of Seagulls at The Canyon, or groove to the music of Summer … Donna Summer at the Pantages in Hollywood.
Thanksgiving flair for the table … fun for the family
November 17, 2019 6:00 am
When I was a child, Thanksgiving was a huge production. It was always held at my grandparents’ home and included a vast array of extended family, including second and third cousins.
Michele makes… easy Thanksgiving side dishes
November 17, 2019 6:00 am
Thanksgiving dinner shouldn’t require long hours of slaving in the kitchen. I make easy side dishes that can be made ahead and reheated, or cooked in a slow cooker.
Fall Festivals & Fun
November 10, 2019 6:00 am
There are many unique fairs, festivals and expos to enjoy during the months of November and December. From a meet on the beach to a chance to nosh with the Los Angeles Rams, from arts and crafts to camel riding, there’s an event with your name on it!
Celebrate the holidays: festive holiday travel
November 10, 2019 6:00 am
This year, celebrate the season with a new family tradition: taking a vacation that makes the holidays feel like a vacation again. That means a holiday, whether it’s Christmas, Hanukkah or New Year’s Eve, where the cooking, light-hanging, or sometimes even the package-wrapping is done for you.
Fall festivals for a multi-ethnic food adventure
October 27, 2019 6:00 am
November has perhaps the “mother of all food festivals” and it is called Thanksgiving. The best part of Thanksgiving is that it is held at home, or at any one of several fine area restaurants.
Michele makes … tailgate treats
October 27, 2019 6:00 am
Can you feel the excitement? The football season is in full swing with college and professional games held in the Los Angeles area nearly every weekend. Southern California is lucky to have both professional and college football.