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Wonderful waterparks across the state

As the temperature soars, and the Santa Clarita Valley bakes in the summer sun, it’s nice to know there are numerous community pools and popular area water parks where residents can take a dip and cool off.

Summer family festival fun

The best part of summer fairs and festivals is not only the food, but the chance to spend time with family and friends making memories and enjoying time away from

Destination: Out of this World

The summer “con” season is upon us. It’s time to gather, cosplay and enjoy the company of like-minded fans. Many people have heard about San Diego Comic Con, the annual

Celebrating the Fourth in Santa Clarita

With 243 years of tradition behind it, Fourth of July celebrations are one of America’s most time-honored traditions. It’s a day to celebrate our nation’s independence with a day off,

Take a walk through historic Broadway

I worked for nearly 20 years in downtown Los Angeles. From 1977 to 1996 I commuted to Second and Spring streets. During those years, I never really understood the scope

Visit the Broad Museum for free

Eli and Edythe Broad have been involved in the Los Angeles art community since they arrived in Southern California in 1963. Eli Broad is the founding chairman of the Museum

What’s Happening in the SCV

It’s a busy time in the Santa Clarita Valley. The end of the school year is in sight and summer is on the horizon. Graduations and Father’s Day (June 16)

June is National Camping Month

My daughter still talks fondly about the camping trips we took when she was a child. Now in her 30s, her favorite memory is of the time a blue jay

Let’s get crafty, Santa Clarita!

If you’re artsy and crafty, Santa Clarita is the perfect place for you. Not only are there various classes and events, but also plenty of different crafts to create, including

Must See Summer TV

“Game of Thrones” is over, forever and ever… maybe. However, GoT fans can rejoice that there will be at least one last fix of GoT action. “The Last Watch,” a

What’s Happening in the SCV

It’s a busy time in the Santa Clarita Valley. The end of the school year is in sight and summer is on the horizon. Graduations and Father’s Day (June 16)

A drive down Highway 126

By Nathanael Rodriguez, Signal Contributor Those heading down Highway 126 toward Ventura are often in search of sandy beaches and blue ocean waves. But this well-traveled two-lane road has a

Dining with a View

The spring and early summer offer many opportunities for special “destination” dining. Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, wedding anniversaries and graduations are special events that deserve special dining reservations. What better

Crafting Like the Pros

It’s a Thursday night at A R Workshop in Saugus and between the sounds of wood being sanded and electric drills whirring, there is laughter and the occasional cheer. Veronica

When the Santa Clarita Valley saddles up

History tells us that horses have been in the Santa Clarita Valley since the early days of its settlement, part of a culture the area still celebrates with things like

Seven Man-Made Wonders of California

Why do you travel? To see something new? To broaden your knowledge of the world? To expose your children to new adventures? From architectural marvels like the Painted Ladies in

Earth Day around Southern California

ach year on April 22, communities across the country celebrate Earth Day. The first Earth Day, held in 1970, is widely credited with launching the modern environmental movement and sparked

Think globally, act locally for Arbor Day

Arbor Day is a holiday that promotes environmental awareness and stewardship, usually celebrated by planting new trees each year. Santa Clarita celebrates the day in conjunction with Earth Day on

The 2019 Cowboy Festival visitor’s guide

There are few things in the world like Santa Clarita’s annual Cowboy Festival. Over the last 26 years, the event has grown into a two-day-long festival organized by close to