The most comforting parts of most families’ annual Thanksgiving celebrations are the traditions. Everyone looks forward to grandma’s “secret recipe” creamed onions, Aunt Sue’s “special once-a-year-only pumpkin pie” and dad’s
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
It was surprising to walk into Costco two weeks before Halloween and discover that Christmas had already infiltrated the store. It was equally surprising to walk into Vons and discover
The holidays always seem to bring out the best in all of us. There are many ways to give back during the holidays. With easily more than 100 nonprofits in
November has been celebrated as National Native American Heritage Month every year since 1990. Congress chose the month of November because this is considered the end of the traditional harvest
Veterans Day is a federal holiday recognized on Nov. 11 to celebrate and honor all U.S. veterans, deceased or living. Veterans Day is not to be confused with Memorial Day,
In the Santa Clarita Valley, we are fortunate to be able to attend live tapings of many of television’s most popular programs. If you grew up in southern California, you
It’s spooky season and the best time to turn off the lights, grab a bowl of caramel popcorn, a cozy blanket and binge watch a Halloween movie marathon. The Classics
Tis the season to explore the spooky, the scary and the extraordinary in creepy California. It’s fun to become a paranormal investigator in Southern California where numerous reportedly haunted locations
October is mostly about the runup to Halloween, but it’s not all ghosts, goblins and ghouls in California this month. There are numerous ways to have fun including a panda
October is full of spooky fun in Southern California. Enjoy this trio of favorite seasonally spooktacular events, all easily accessible from the Santa Clarita Valley. Before heading out, visit their
Sometimes the journey IS the destination. For those who enjoy the freedom of driving to parts unknown, or to comfortable, familiar haunts, the best part of the trip can be
One of the best activities for you and your dog is a daily walk, either around the neighborhood or at an off-leash dog park. Dogs need physical activity to reduce
Like Christmas at Costco, Halloween at Southern California’s theme parks arrives earlier and earlier each year. Fright Fest Extreme Six Flags Magic Mountain, 26101 Magic Mountain Pkwy, Valencia 91355 Info www.sixflags.com/magicmountain
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle is the new mantra of eco-conscious consumers everywhere. Shopping in antique stores has always been a fun treasure hunt, now thrifting in second hand stores has become
The famed Michelin Guide and its “restaurant inspectors,” seem to have taken a shine to the Golden State, awarding California restaurants one new Green Star, three new Two Stars and
After Labor Day it seems it’s just a hop, skip and jump before the holidays arrive and the New Year. However, there are still many entertainment events to look forward
September is National Preparedness Month, an annual campaign to remind everyone that preparing for emergencies and disasters can keep them, their families and their communities safe. For residents of the Santa Clarita
Like a kid in a candy store, wine lovers eagerly anticipate California Wine Month. It can be argued that every month is wine month in California, but there’s a magic
The three-day Labor Day Weekend is considered the unofficial end of “summer” because kids are back in school and summer vacation season is winding down. The calendar lists Sept. 22