
In This Week's Issue


Community Gardens are a Cultivating Connection
Getting to know the Declaration of Independence
Stories from Previous Issues

Where the West Still Comes Alive
California’s love of cowboy culture can be traced back to cattle ranching primarily built upon Spanish-Mexican vaquero traditions that began with Spanish missions in the 1700s and evolved into a vast “rancho”

Seniors and the Dating Scene
Dating in one’s golden years is a common experience for many seniors. Whether it’s the result of a loss of a spouse or other life events, many people find themselves looking for

Santa Clarita’s Carefully Maintained Canopy of Trees
From the tree-lined paseos to the shaded sidewalks that wind through neighborhoods, Santa Clarita’s urban forest is both a defining feature of the city and a carefully managed resource—one that

Navigating Travel Plans: When Travel Advisors Can Take You Further Than AI
From comparing prices to dreaming up bucket-list destinations, artificial intelligence has become a starting point for millions of travelers who are turning to tech for early-stage planning. However, travelers consistently

Summer Fun Times Around Santa Clarita
As summer beckons in Santa Clarita Valley, families can dive into a vibrant lineup of camps, concerts, and cultural festivities designed to make the season unforgettable. From Camp Clarita’s action-packed

Enjoy Senior Life More!
For older adults looking to stay active and connected this summer, the SCV Senior Center at Bella Vida remains a cornerstone of senior life. Located at 27180 Golden Valley Rd., the center

Explore Some Unique Summer Fun Close to Home
Gas prices are crazy, the grocery store takes a bigger and bigger slice of the income pie, everything, everywhere all at once seems to cost more than ever. Yet, you still need

Rev Up the Fun on Father’s Day
Father’s Day is just around the corner, this year Father’s Day falls on Sunday, June 21. It’s time to make plans to celebrate your dad and make his weekend unique and special. Show your

Some of the Most Underrated Places in Southern California
By Angela Timmons Only in California Southern California is home to so many amazing places that it’s easy to overlook some incredible destinations when you have so many options in front of

Notable Monuments Across the United States
There are many ways for Americans to honor those who have fought for the United States and gave the ultimate sacrifice. Visiting war memorials can instill a greater sense of

Memorial Day Traces Back to the Civil War
Three years after the Civil War ended, on May 5, 1868, the head of an organization of Union veterans — the Grand Army of the Republic — established Decoration Day

Memorial Day: Remember and Honor
Memorial Day weekend in and around Santa Clarita will offer a mix of solemn remembrance and family-friendly tradition — from the long-running ceremony at Eternal Valley Memorial Park to a

Having Fun Around Town
As Spring slips into Summer, Santa Clarita families have more ways than ever to get out, play and stay active — from city-run camps and pools to low-cost library programs and splash

Electric Vehicle and e-Bike Sharing is ‘A Go’ for Valencia by FivePoint Residents
The Valencia by FivePoint community, just west of Interstate 5, now has zero-emission cars and e-bikes available to rent. The program is a core component of VALENCIA GO, a transportation management organization formed to

Warm-Weather Escapes in the Mexican Caribbean
While it’s known for its crystal-clear water and white sand beaches, the Mexican Caribbean is far more than just a slice of paradise. Alive with color, culture and unforgettable experiences, the region offers endless ways to

From Global Peace to Greeting Cards — The History of Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day in the United States has a history all its own — and it’s more complicated than greeting cards might lead you to believe. There were repeated efforts to establish a Mother’s Day

From the Earth — Harvest Food, Flowers and Fruit
Spring is in the air and for many backyard gardeners the growing season is only just beginning, however there are many places to find farms and fields where you can

Where the Local Arts Community Comes Alive
As the Santa Clarita Valley shakes off the last of the cooler days, our local arts community is blooming with a vibrant array of events that promise to delight residents