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Coffee comes in two main species: Arabica and Robusta. Arabica beans delight our palates with their natural sweetness and fruity or floral aromas, while Robusta beans boast a bold bitterness with a distinctive rubbery aroma. ©ADOBESTOCK

Coffee 101: A Flavorful Journey with a Coffee Roaster 

If you’ve ever wondered about the secrets behind that perfect cup of joe, look no further! Join us on an exhilarating adventure through the world of coffee with Lisette Gaviña Lopez, the fourth-generation coffee

From mellow trails and dark-sky stargazing to live music and Western movie history, it is a desert playground with plenty to offer SCV day-trippers and overnighters alike. ©ADOBESTOCK

Adventures Begin at Joshua Tree National Park 

Joshua Tree National Park may be just a few hours from Santa Clarita, but it feels like crossing into another world: a meeting place of two deserts where twisted yucca trees, hulking

Weekend visitors to Agua Dulce can trade screen time for wild time at Animal Tracks Sanctuary’s Weekend Public Experience. One animal you may see is this serval, which is a small wild cat native to Africa. SIGNAL FILE PHOTO

Winter Break Fun and Beyond to Keep Kids Busy 

Winter break in Santa Clarita doesn’t have to mean weeks of cabin fever and endless screen time for youths. From low-cost city day camps and cozy story hours to wild animal encounters

Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Route 66 by taking a trip along this famous highway. It is a 2,448-mile journey that takes you from Santa Monica to Chicago. ©ADOBESTOCK

Your 2026 Bucket List Suggestions 

The idea of having a “bucket list,” a list of things you want to see and do before you “kick the bucket” became a cultural touchstone after the release of

The Gibbon Conservation Center is the only facility in the world to house and successfully breed all four genera of gibbon. SIGNAL FILE PHOTO

Some Hidden Gems in the Santa Clarita Valley 

On a winter weekend in Santa Clarita, the most memorable escapes aren’t always the ones wrapped in tinsel and traffic — they’re the odd little surprises hiding in plain sight,

The Getty Center is known for its modern architecture and world famous art. PHOTO COURTESY SHUTTERSTOCK

Fee-Free Days at Parks, Museums and More 

One of the most popular sayings in the United States is “You get what you pay for.” However, in the case of Los Angeles County museums, cultural venues and parks, that saying

If you’ve never camped before, the logistics can seem daunting. To get you started, below are answers to seven common California camping questions. ©ADOBESTOCK

A Beginner’s Guide to California Camping 

California’s abundant parks and preserves offer epic outdoor vistas ranging from soothing seascapes to golden deserts and ancient redwood groves. If you want to immerse yourself in this amazing scenery,

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What Are the 12 Days of Christmas? 

By Catherine Boeckmann  Old Farmers Almanac  Is “The Twelve Days of Christmas!” just a song? Nope! Learn what this festive celebration is all about—and when the 12 days start (and end). It’s a fascinating look at our fun

The Northstar California Ski Resort in Truckee is bringing back one the mountain’s favorite traditions. Every afternoon, skiers can glide down East Ridge to sip a glass of bubbly or apple cider at the slopeside, ski-up bar Tōst. ©ADOBESTOCK

Let It Snow! 

While it is still early in the ski season, the forecast for 2025-26 is predicting warmer than average temperatures and a higher-than-normal chance of below normal snowfall, especially in the

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Christmas movies for the whole family

Looking for the classic Christmas movies? Here is a list of several and where you can stream them.  So, grab your favorite pajamas, a cup of hot cocoa and a good blanket. Cuddle on

Stories help set the holiday scene and enable children to hold tight to all of the magic. ©ADOBESTOCK

Setting the Mood with Christmas Eve Stories 

December is filled with opportunities to make magical memories, particularly for families with young children. Christmas commands a lot of thought and attention, and parents know such efforts are worth

Plenty of unique touches set Christmastime celebrations apart across the globe. ©ADOBESTOCK

Unique Christmas Traditions Around the World 

Christmas celebrations span the globe. According to a 2025 report from the Center for the Study of Global Christianity at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, there are roughly 2.6 billion Christians worldwide,

Placerita Canyon State Park doesn’t offer a New England fall color explosion, however you should still be able to enjoy some colors sprinkled among the evergreens. PHOTO COURTESY PLACERITA CANYON STATE PARK

Hiking Santa Clarita in Search of Fall Colors 

By Alicia Doyle  Sunday Signal Writer  While Santa Clarita is not widely known for dramatic fall changes, Placerita Canyon and other spots around town showcase noticeable cottonwoods and other deciduous

With campaigns that range from foster-youth gift drives to Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Foundation’s Gift of Life campaign, local groups are offering residents simple, meaningful ways to transform holiday generosity into real support for neighbors in need. ©ADOBESTOCK

Giving to Others This Holiday Giving Season 

By Alicia Doyle  Sunday Signal Writer  From lighting candles for loved ones at Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital to stacking toy donations in the sheriff’s station lobby, Santa Clarita’s nonprofits are