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The forecast is for more white sofas in furniture showrooms in 2026. The 2026 Pantone Color of the Year will influence fashion and furniture designers. Photo Pantone Color Institute.

Pantone Color of the Year Cloud Dancer 

The Pantone Color Institute has gifted the world a new color controversy, the 2026 Pantone Color of the Year, Cloud Dancer.  Vice President of the Pantone Color Institute Laurie Pressman

From ring-tailed lemurs at the Wildlife Learning Center (Courtesy Photo) to the snowy egret at the El Dorado Nature Center (Courtesy Photo) to Shambala Preserve (©AdobeStock) there are plenty of places to visit and learn about nature.

Experience Nature and Animal Sanctuaries 

Imagine the soft nuzzle of a goat, the majestic roar echoing from a big cat enclosure, or the quiet rustle of wildlife along a shaded trail. For Santa Clarita families

Enjoy the iconic Strawberry Shortcake Experience at the California Strawberry Festival, May 16-17 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds. This mouth-watering treat is a must-try for anyone who loves the taste of summer. Made with tender, flaky cake, whipped cream, and heaps of plump, ripe strawberries. Photo California Strawberry Festival.

California’s Spring Food Festivals 

Despite the loss of several California “famous signature” food festivals in recent years, including the Gilroy Garlic Festival, the Castroville Artichoke Festival and the California Nut Festival in Chico, it’s still a good time to be

John Windsor, a certified California nursery professional at Green Thumb, says that March is all about groundwork — pulling weeds, removing debris and prepping the soil before you plant. PHOTO BY Habeba Mostafa / THE SIGNAL

March Flips the Switch on Gardening Season 

As winter rains taper off and days stretch a little longer, March quietly flips the switch on gardening season in the Santa Clarita Valley. Local experts say this is the month to

Astrophotography is, at its heart, photography of the night sky — but it reveals a universe our eyes can’t see on their own. ©ADOBE STOCK

Astrophotography: Beauty in the Dark Skies 

The darkest corners of Southern California are getting harder to find, but for serious astrophotographers, the chase is part of the magic. On clear, moonless nights, when the Milky Way

As Baby Boomers and Generation Xers continue to retire, a larger portion of the overall population will have time to travel.

Travel Opportunities for Retirees 

Retirement provides individuals with ample time to engage in activities they enjoy. Many seniors spend that newfound free time relaxing and seeing the sights.   Seniors are a travel-friendly demographic. The

The Knerdy Knitters and Crocheters of the San Fernando Valley host weekly Zoom gatherings that prove creativity knows no geographic limits. ©ADOBESTOCK

The Real-Life Communities of Hobbyists 

On screens, they look like passing trends — a viral quilting tutorial, a sped-up knitting timelapse, a perfectly lit candle-pouring reel — but across the Santa Clarita Valley, those clicks

The Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve has eight miles of trails that wander through gentle rolling hills. ©ADOBESTOCK

Showers Bring Flowers 

As spring approaches in the Santa Clarita Valley, anticipation is blooming throughout Southern California, will the winter rains bring forth another historic superbloom?  The answer to the superbloom question is mixed, some experts

Learn Line Dancing at Ignite Studio in Castaic and then go out on your own and enjoy the fun! PHOTOS ©ADOBESTOCK

Fun Nights Out 

On some nights in Santa Clarita, the glow isn’t coming from bar neon but from quiz sheets, dance floors, game tables and dessert cases, where neighbors linger past dark in places that feel more

Jessica (left) and Chelsea Trooper created Keto Sweets Los Angeles to meet their desire to enter sweets without the guilt. COURTESY PHOTO

Sweet Treats You Don’t Have to Feel Guilty About 

When Jessica and Chelsea Tropper decided to eliminate sugar, gluten, and most carbohydrates from their diet, the sisters didn’t realize that their dietary change would soon inspire a bakery built around the same healthy

Top Painting Trends Show DIY Isn’t Slowing Down 

What are homeowners focusing on right now? Impactful, affordable upgrades. New research highlights that painting remains one of the most popular home improvement projects expected in 2026, driven by tighter budgets and