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Experience ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ at the Hollywood Bowl Oct. 25-26. ©Shutterstock

‘Tis the Season to Catch Spooky Entertainment 

October is the season of pumpkin patches, Octoberfests, fall foliage, hot apple cider, harvest festivals, corn mazes and spooky movies and shows. Southern California venues offer numerous fun and spine-tingling

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Reduce Your Home’s Vulnerabilities to Wildfire

Don’t wait for smoke on the horizon to prepare for a wildfire. While hot temperatures, dry conditions and strong winds increase wildfire threat, taking small manageable steps – like creating

Approximately 1 in 8 women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer in her lifetime. It is the most common cancer among women in the U.S., excluding skin cancers. ©ADOBESTOCK

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 

Breast Cancer Awareness Month started as a week-long event in October 1985. Founded by the American Cancer Society, in partnership a British company that made tamoxifen, the campaign eventually grew

Mortgage interest rates are key to determining whether or not you can afford the house you are interested in purchasing. ©ADOBE STOCK

A Guide to Mortgage Interest Rates 

Buying a home is the most expensive purchase many people make in their lifetime. Some people do it only once, while others are in the market with greater frequency. In

In the Santa Clarita Valley, you can find just about any type of coffee shop you want, including those offering a full breakfast. ©ADOBESTOCK

Finding the Perfect Local Coffee Shop 

What do you want in your perfect coffee shop? Are you looking for a diverse selection of beverages, or do you want a place that makes your perfect brew and

The Santa Clarita Valley has embraced the “farm to table” movement with four farmers markets. There’s no better way to celebrate the bounty of the season than to visit a local farmers market to explore what’s just been picked. SIGNAL FILE PHOTO

The Bounty of Fall in California 

Monday, Sept. 22, the first day of the Autumnal Equinox in the Northern Hemisphere, offers Santa Clarita Valley residents the opportunity to enjoy all the numerous bounties of the fall

Amber and Quinten Branch with their daughters Harriet, center left, 6 and Harriet, 9, embrace their new home in FivePoint on Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Home Wasn’t in the Plan Until it Was 

Buying a home felt out of reach. It was something she thought only older people could afford to do.  Yet, for Amber Branch, her husband and their two young daughters,

Santa Clarita tucked-away breakfast spots have something for every appetite, whether you’re chasing nostalgia, convenience or the perfect pour-over. ©ADOBESTOCK

Nostalgic and Hidden Breakfast Spots 

By Alicia Doyle  Sunday Signal Staff Writer  In Santa Clarita, breakfast isn’t just the most important meal of the day — it’s practically a community ritual. From the charm of

If you’re thinking Fall colors, visit the University of California at Davis arboretum. ©2023 AlessandraRC/Shutterstock.

California Road Trip Gems to See for Free 

It seems everything costs more these days, gas, lodging, food, souvenirs and, most importantly, road trip snacks.   However, there are a treasure trove of road trip gems, places to explore,

The Canyon Theatre Guild’s “West Side Story.” COURTESY PHOTO

Enjoy Local Live Theater Without Leaving the SCV 

This community is a vibrant hub for live performances, offering an array of opportunities for both audiences and performers. With institutions like the Canyon Theatre Guild producing full-scale productions each

Dragon boat paddling is “a great way to get active, make new friends and connect with others in the SCV,” said Team Dragon Eyes cofounder optometrist Dr. Paul Lin, of Valencia Eyecare Optometry. PHOTOS BY KAMRYN MARTELL / THE SIGNAL

Dragon Boats Are Fun for All Ages 

Dragon boat racing originated more than 2,000 years ago in China as part of a fertility ritual and festival. It involves teams of 20 paddlers, a drummer and a steersperson

Enjoy the outdoor ambiance next to San Diego Bay at the San Diego Food + Wine Festival. Photo San Diego Food + Wine Festival.

Food and Wine Festivals 

As the summer winds down and fall arrives, some of California’s favorite foodie festivals are being held before the end of the year. It’s time to add these events to