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The Last Bookstore. COURTESY PHOTO

So, You Think You Know Los Angeles? 

By Michele E. Buttelman  Signal Staff Writer  Anyone who has lived in Southern California for an extended period usually believes they know all the interesting places to visit and take

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Adventures in Adrenaline 

By Michele E. Buttelman  Signal Staff Writer  Whether it’s soaring over the ocean in a seaplane or doing aerobatics over vineyards in a biplane, river rafting, rock climbing, bungee jumping

The El Moro Elfin Forest is home to an ancient oak grove of trees that grow only 4 to 20 feet tall. Photo El Moro Elfin Forest.

Midsummer Road Trip Time 

By Michele E. Buttelman  Signal Staff Writer  It’s hot. No, it’s really hot. It’s that time of year in the Santa Clarita Valley when everyone seems to either be in

Heritage Fire Napa will be held Aug. 20 at Charles Krug Winery in St. Helena. It is an outdoor culinary experience that brings together local chefs and memorable brands for a live-fire celebration. Photo Courtesy Heritage Fire 

Summer Fun in California 

By Michele E. Buttelman  Signal Staff Writer  There’s nothing like a California summers. As the temperature rises so do the options for fun in the sun. Beaches, golf courses, theme

Located in the Koreatown Plaza, H Mart is an Asian grocery store chain supplying imported packaged foods, housewares and ready-to-serve meals. PHOTO KOREATOWNPLAZA

Southern California Ethic Enclaves 

By Michele E. Buttelman  Signal Staff Writer  The 1980 census showed that California supplanted New York as the principal ethnic melting pot of America. The diversity of California offers residents

The Spirit of Past July Fourths 

By Daniel Hon  Signal Writer  The Signal July 1, 1988 — A kaleidoscope of pancakes, barbecued beef, balloons, queens, carnivals, dances, fireworks, flags, floats, parades, shootouts, high stakes poker games,

Curren Caples during Men's Skate Street Finals at 2015 X Games Austin in Austin, TX. ©Mark Kohlman/ESPN

California 2023 X Games 

An 8-day, multicity event that starts in San Diego and ends in Ventura.  By Michele E. Buttelman  Signal Staff Writer  From July 15 to July 23 the Summer X Games

The Beach Boys will light up the night with the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra and the Bowl’s legendary fireworks on July 2, 3 and 4.

July 4th Star-Spangled Celebrations 

By Michele E. Buttelman  Signal Staff Writer   The Fourth of July is like no other day in the United States and the Santa Clarita Valley. Parades, picnics, BBQs, family, fun

Best RV Parks, Campgrounds in California 

By Michele E. Buttelman  Signal Staff Writer  Whenever you talk about the “best” of any category, the term “best” is often in the eye of the beholder. Many campgrounds and

SOCAL SUMMER FUN 

Movies, Music Under the Summer Stars  By Michele E. Buttelman  Signal Staff Writer  Summer in Southern California means outdoor film nights and concerts on star-filled summer evenings. From Castaic Lake

Catalina Island

Swaying palms, white-sand beaches, and melt-your-heart sunsets—that’s what you’ll find at island getaway Santa Catalina Island, just 22 miles off the Southern California coast. Catalina Island has all the elements

The California State Railroad Museum in Sacramento is considered the best railroad museum in North America. Photo California State Railroad Museum.

Vacation in Sacramento 

By Michele E. Buttelman  Sacramento is more than just the state capitol of California, it is a diverse region with attractions ranging from the Gold Rush-era Old Sacramento Waterfront to

“Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse,” which opens June 2, may be among the top grossing films of the summer. Courtesy Sony Pictures.

Summer Movie Entertainment 

By Michele E. Buttelman  The effects of the current Writers Guild of America strike won’t be felt in the movie theaters, or on television, this summer but with more job

Antiques in the SCV 

What are you looking for?  By Jim Walker  Antique, vintage, retro, collectable: The meanings of these terms are debatable and overlapping, and cover just about anything you’d want that is

One of the most picturesque spots for Mother’s Day brunch is Le Chene French Cuisine on Sierra Highway. Photo Le Chene.

Make it a Memorable Mother’s Day 

By Michele E. Buttelman  In 1914 President Woodrow Wilson signed a measure officially establishing the second Sunday in May as Mother’s Day. This year’s celebration of mothers and motherhood will