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

Unique Christmas Traditions Around the World

December 14, 2025 11:21 am

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

December 7, 2025 8:45 am

Mulled wine is a favorite during the holidays. You may want to add a special holiday mug for the recipient to enjoy the treat in. ©ADOBESTOCK

Add Joy to the Holiday Season with Homemade Gifts

December 7, 2025 8:42 am

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

December 7, 2025 8:39 am

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Get Holiday and Gift Ready: A checklist to prepare for the season

December 7, 2025 8:37 am

Local farms are transforming the chilly holiday season into hands-on adventures, welcoming families to pick their own Christmas trees, harvest winter vegetables, and get up-close with barnyard animals. ©ADOBESTOCK

Christmas Trees and Christmas Fun

December 7, 2025 8:32 am

Balboa Island is a classic holiday escape that offers just the right mix of festivity and coastal calm during the winter season. Located in Newport Beach, this compact island is adorned with twinkling lights and famous for its Christmas Boat Parade each December. ©ADOBESTOCK

Consider These Quick Getaways for a Holiday Respite

November 30, 2025 8:39 am

The rock art at Chumash Painted Cave State Historic Park dates back at least to the 1600s. PHOTO COURTESY CHUMASH PAINTED CARE HISTORIC PARK

Native American Rock Art Sites in California

November 30, 2025 8:35 am

The Christmas Carol Cocktail Experience is an immersive 90-minute event. PHOTO COURTESY FEVER

Don’t Forget to Find Time for a Holiday Date Night

November 30, 2025 8:31 am

The first football game held on Thanksgiving Day was in 1876 between Yale and Princeton. ©ADOBESTOCK

Are you up on your Thanksgiving trivia?

November 23, 2025 10:09 am

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Tips for Parents to Minimize Stress and Maximize Joy During the Holidays

November 23, 2025 9:59 am

The Valley Hive offers six-week beekeeping courses, online programs, and partnerships with the Los Angeles County Beekeepers Association ©ADOBESTOCK

The Taste of Honey from Locally-Sourced Hives

November 23, 2025 9:36 am

Santa Clarita area residents facing Thanksgiving alone — or simply seeking a warm gathering — will find a bounty of welcoming meals and community tables waiting for them this holiday. PHOTO CREDIT MC

Spending Thanksgiving with New and Old Friends

November 16, 2025 9:11 am

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Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Offers New Hope for Veterans

November 16, 2025 9:09 am

Oscar Isaac as Dr. Frankenstein in Guillermo del Toro's new film “Frankenstein.” Photo Courtesy Netflix

What We’ve Waited for, Holiday Screen Season!

November 16, 2025 9:06 am

Playing at the snow zone during Light Up Main Street. SIGNAL FILE PHOTO

Oh What Holiday Fun!

November 16, 2025 8:54 am

This is the time of year when people reflect on being grateful for all the people in our lives who keep the world spinning. ADOBESTOCK

World Kindness Day November 13

November 9, 2025 9:56 am

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4 Travel Tips for Overcoming Holiday Hurdles

November 9, 2025 9:54 am

From the open-air mall experience of The Grove to boutique stores in Venice to bargain hunting on Santee Alley. LA has several places to explore for high-end goods, indie fashion finds and unique vintage treasures. ©SHUTTERSTOCK

LA Shopping from Luxury to Boutique to Bargain

November 9, 2025 9:48 am

L.A. Found provides free live saving bracelets and proven technology that help first responders quickly find those who wear them, when they go missing. PHOTO COURTESY LA FOUND

L.A. Found’s New GPS Tech for Those With Cognitive Issues

November 9, 2025 9:45 am

Local dojos empower women through self-defense classes that build confidence and awareness. ©ADOBESTOCK

Women Stepping Onto Mats for Self-Defense Skills

November 2, 2025 9:55 am

A beloved landmark, The Rock Inn will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2029 and stands as one of the oldest restaurants in Los Angeles County. © Jeff Youngblood

The Rock Inn is One of LA County’s Oldest Restaurants

November 2, 2025 9:49 am

Castle Green was built in 1898 and has appeared in such movies as “The Sting.” ©ADOBESTOCK

Explore Old Pasadena for History, Dining and Fun

November 2, 2025 9:40 am

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Medicare Open Enrollment is Now Through Dec. 7: Find the Right Care at the Best Price

November 2, 2025 9:35 am