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Favorite Places for Breakfast in the SCV

April 23, 2023 6:00 am

Always ‘comfort food’ By Jim Walker When you think of going out for breakfast, what do you imagine? Is it fresh fruit and avocado slices? Maybe. Or maybe you picture

Spend your day surrounded by the ocean in one of the magical Pacific Suites at The Post Inn in Big Sur. A curved interior offers striking ocean views from the bedroom, living room, shower and soaking tub.

Latest Travel Trend: Adults Only Getaways 

April 23, 2023 6:00 am

By Michele E. Buttelman  The latest trend in travel is the “adults only” getaway. Finding a tranquil, relaxing place to vacation for adults only can be challenging. However, it is

The SCV’s Most Romantic Restaurants 

April 16, 2023 6:00 am

Where to celebrate that special evening  By Jim Walker  If you’re still trying to make up for a blown Valentine’s Day, or have a relationship-celebratory event coming up, such as

The city of Santa Clarita will host the annual Neighborhood Cleanup on April 29. Register at greensantaclarita.com to participate. Photo city of Santa Clarita.

Celebrate Earth Day April 22 

April 16, 2023 6:00 am

By Michele E. Buttelman  Every year it seems Earth Day events become larger and more important. Once a fringe, “tree-hugger” celebration, Earth Day has become a mainstream significant day to

The California Wine Festival – Carlsbad is a two-day event which includes a Friday Sunset Rare and Reserve Tasting and Saturday Beachside Wine Festival. Photo Park Hyatt Aviara Resort Golf Club & Spa.

California Beer and Wine Festivals 

April 16, 2023 6:00 am

By Michele E. Buttelman  May and June abound with California wine and beer festivals. There is a festival for everyone including those looking for high end, once-in-a-lifetime experiences, or those

The Los Angeles County Park & Recreation Department, the Vasquez Rocks Nature Center Associates and the Fernandeño Tataviam Band of Mission Indians are presenting the Day at the Rocks free family fun event on April 29. Photo courtesy of L.A. County Parks & Recreation Department.

Vasquez Rocks presents Day at the Rocks family event

April 12, 2023 2:42 pm

By Molly Meredith  Signal Staff Writer  The Los Angeles County Park & Recreation Department, the Vasquez Rocks Nature Center Associates and the Fernandeño Tataviam Band of Mission Indians are presenting the

Asilomar designated a National Historic Landmark in 1987 for the significant role it played in work of the YWCA and as an outstanding example of master architect Julia Morgan’s work. Born in San Francisco, Morgan was the first female architect to be licensed in California. Photo California State Parks.

California State Parks are Home to History

April 9, 2023 6:00 am

By Michele E. Buttelman  California State Parks are the home of 29 National Historic Landmarks, significant historic places designated by the United States Secretary of the Interior because of their

The American Robin can often be spotted in the spring at Placerita Canyon Natural Area and Vasquez Rocks Natural Area. Photo Gary Park, garyparktookthese.com.

Birds of a Feather… Flock to the SCV 

April 9, 2023 6:00 am

By Michele E. Buttelman  The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service estimates there are about 45 million birders in the United States. The number of people embracing birding as a hobby

Club offers intro to fly fishing for women

April 5, 2023 2:39 pm

By Molly Meredith Signal Staff Writer  Santa Clarita’s only fly-fishing club is hosting its first-ever women’s fly-fishing class, scheduled June 3 for all ages at Chesebrough Park, 23505 Sunset Hills Drive

Debbie Medina, left, is served hot chicken sliders by Michael and Matthew Ungamrung, the owners of Crazy Hot Chicken, at their food booth at the Taste of the Town event at Blomgren Ranch in Santa Clarita, Calif., on Sunday, May 1, 2022. Chris Torres/The Signal

Taste of The Town set for May 7

April 5, 2023 1:11 pm

By Molly Meredith Signal Staff Writer  The Santa Clarita Child and Family Center is holding its 34th annual Taste of the Town fundraiser May 7 at Blomgren Ranch. Samples from Santa

Thank a Veteran Golf Tournament set for Sept. 11

April 5, 2023 11:58 am

By Molly Meredith Signal Staff Writer  The 10th Annual Thank a Veteran Santa Clarita Golf Tournament is scheduled for Sept. 11 at the Porter Valley Country Club.   The tournament fee includes

Pub Trivia in the SCV 

April 2, 2023 6:00 am

Big fun, getting bigger  By Jim Walker  Whether you visit your local pub specifically because it’s trivia night, or take your deep conversations elsewhere on such evenings, most likely you

Enjoy chef demos at the Morgan Hill Mushroom Mardi Gras Festival held Memorial Day weekend.

Foodie Festival Fun 

March 26, 2023 6:00 am

By Michele E. Buttelman  California’s food festivals are back! Last year many food festivals returned to operation, but some were scaled back events and other festivals relocated. In 2023 food

Aerial view of Palomar Observatory atop Palomar Mountain near San Diego. Photo Palomar/Caltech.

Take Time to Go Out of This World 

March 26, 2023 6:00 am

By Michele E. Buttelman   From sci-fi to fantasy to real life science Southern California has numerous destinations for your inner “geek” to explore. There is no more exciting way to