Kids & Family

Will Ferrall is “Buddy” in “Elf” first released in theaters in 2003 and now a holiday classic. Photo New Line Cinema.

Holiday TV News Guide

It’s time to gather around the television and watch old classics and new specials.  By Michele E. Buttelman  Signal Staff Writer  Holiday television specials are one of the many joys

“In the Gloaming” by emerging artist Claire Steidl is on view at the Canyon Country Jo Anne Darcy Library now through Dec. 18. Photo City of Santa Clarita.

Art is Everywhere in Santa Clarita 

By Michele E. Buttelman  Signal Staff Writer  In 2009 the City of Santa Clarita embraced support of the arts as an important facet of civic responsibility by appointing a five-member

For three weeks in October, hundreds of carved pumpkins will line the Camellia Forest as Descanso Gardens presents “Carved.” PHOTO CREDIT DESCANSO GARDENS.

Awesome Autumn Things To Do 

By Michele E. Buttelman  Signal Staff Writer  The calendar has officially turned the page to autumn and awesome fall fun, festivals, Oktoberfests and Halloween compete for your attention.   Big Bear

PHOTO COURTESY KNOTT’S BERRY FARM

Get in the Spooky Spirit 

By Michele E. Buttelman   It’s the season of ghosts, ghouls and goblins. This is the time of year to “get your scare on” and enjoy all things that go “bump

Photo courtesy of David Joseph Photo.

The 2023 Antelope Valley Fair  

“A Barn Good Time”  Sept. 22 to Oct. 1  The dates and hours of operation:  Sept. 22 4 p.m. to 12 a.m.   Sept. 23 and Sept. 24 2 p.m. to 12 a.m. 

Photo courtesy of David Joseph Photo.

The Antelope Valley Fair’s Enduring Legacy 

In the heart of the Antelope Valley, a sprawling fairground comes to life each year, drawing families, friends and neighbors together to celebrate a tradition that has spanned over a

Fall Entertainment Fun 

By Michele E. Buttelman   Signal Staff Writer  ‘Tis the season for the bounty of the fall harvest, apples, pumpkin spice lattes and the approaching ghostly goings-on. Fall is nearly upon

Aaron Ten Bears, in Oglala Lakota regalia carries an eagle dance staff, shield and wears an eagle feather bustle as he dances during the 25th Annual Hart of the West Pow Wow and Native American Craft Fair held at William S. Hart Park in Newhall on Sunday, October 07, 2018. (Photo by Dan Watson)

Mark Your Calendars —  

Community Fun and Helping Great Local Causes  By Michele E. Buttelman  Signal Staff Writer  With children back in school can event season in the Santa Clarita Valley be far behind?

Image by Lukas Prudil from Pixabay

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

Volunteering can be a family affair. The River Rally is a fun family day to volunteer. Photo city of Santa Clarita.

Santa Clarita’s One-Stop Shop to Volunteer 

By Michele E. Buttelman   Signal Staff Writer  Santa Clarita is a city of volunteers. Much of Santa Clarita’s social fabric is built around the culture of volunteerism which can encompass

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