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Chanukah to kick off with community menorah lighting
All three of the synagogues in Santa Clarita will be joining together to light the first candle on the menorah at the Westfield Valencia Town Center mall on Sunday to…
Volunteers who helped put the event together gather for a group photo prior to the Cocoa with Santa and Mrs. Claus event at Valencia United Methodist Church on Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022. Chris Torres/The Signal
Valencia United Methodist Church brings the holidays to those less fortunate
Families and children lined up, bracing against the cold and rain, outside of Valencia United Methodist Church awaiting the married couple that brings the festivities of the holidays – Santa…
Allie Hill, left, and her mother Kathleen receive s’mores from Ann Parr dressed as Mrs. Claus during Santa Day at Carousel Ranch in Agua Dulce, Calif., on Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022. Chris Torres/The Signal
A Santa and holiday event that understands
More than 20 years ago, a Carousel Ranch family decided to host a holiday event that featured the big man himself, Santa Claus. The father of the house that was…
Tiffany Dumas takes a photo of her family during the Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation Barnyard Lights Your at William S. Hart Regional Park on Saturday, 121821. Dan Watson/The Signal
Holiday Fun!
By Michele E. Buttelman It seems as if there aren’t enough days left in the rest of the year to enjoy all the holiday fun scheduled throughout SoCal, especially events…
Santa Clarita City Mayor Laurene Weste flips on the ceremonial switch to turn on the Christmas tree and holiday lights during Light Up Main Street in Old Town Newhall on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022. Chris Torres/The Signal
Mayor flips the switch to awaken Main Street’s Christmas magic
Bundled-up residents gathered all around historic Old Town Newhall’s Main Street anticipating one magical moment. “Three, two, one!” exclaimed Councilman Cameron Smyth, accompanied by Mayor Pro Tem Jason Gibbs and…
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Mother’s Day ideas for moms from all walks of life
Mother’s Day is a celebration of women who devote so much of their effort and energy to their families. Celebrating Mom on Mother’s Day lets her know all of her…
The celebration of Passover during a trying time
The celebration of Passover during a trying time
Many are familiar with the story of Passover, the Exodus from Egypt. Each year we recount how our ancestors were liberated at this time of year. In Hebrew Egypt is called Mitzrayim, the “Narrow Place.”
Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center opened its new facility on Golden Valley Road in Canyon Country on April 29, 2019. Cory Rubin/The Signal
SCV Senior Center to send off 2019 in style
On Dec. 23, the senior center is scheduled to host the Innovation Show Choir for a lunchtime performance. Children aged 8 to 18 will put on a special performance of holiday music favorites with accompanying choreography. Then on Dec. 31, the senior center will host a lunchtime Roaring ’20s-themed New Year’s Eve party. Guests donning their fedoras, flapper headbands and best 1920s attire will be treated to a video about the 1920s, live music, a Charleston dance lesson, a noon ball drop and a sparkling cider toast, since the ’20s were the era of Prohibition, after all.
Santa Claus came to the SCV Senior Center holiday thank you party to congratulate the center's volunteers for a year of good work. Matt Fernandez/ The Signal
Senior Center thanks volunteers with holiday party
On Tuesday afternoon, SCV Senior Center welcomed about 200 of its volunteers to a holiday part to thank them for their efforts to make the senior community more comfortable. Though the senior center has hosted many thank you parties for its volunteers, this year had the distinction of being the first one at the new facility.
Santa Clarita residents will be able to help seniors in need this holiday season by picking up a paper ornament from a tree like this at businesses across town. Matt Fernandez/The Signal
Home Instead organizes secret Santa for seniors
Home Instead is running its “Be a Santa to a Senior” program for the 15th year. Partnering with businesses in Santa Clarita and Antelope Valley, Home Instead has set up trees filled with with paper ornaments with the names of seniors and items that they need or would like to receive for Christmas.
How not to fowl up when buying a turkey
Whether purchasing a fresh or frozen turkey, consumers can be confident they are buying a quality product. The decision of which to purchase is based on personal preference in price and convenience.
A Full Menu for Fun-Filled Holiday Festivities
When holiday gatherings turn into all-day events, having meals ready from morning to night becomes an important part of seasonal hosting.
After enjoying the 39th annual Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital’s 39th annual Holiday Home Tour, be sure to visit the free boutique, which will be offering a wide selection of gifts for sale. PHOTO BY SUE SPRINGER / THE SIGNAL
Ready, Set, Give! Holiday Boutiques and Craft Fairs
‘Tis the season for gifting and gift buying. The Santa Clarita Valley (and beyond) offers some exceptional chances to snap up that “perfect” gift you didn’t even know you needed.
Local Muslim women catch up at the Eid Carnival/ Skylar Barti The Signal
Ramadan closes with Eid al-Fitr on June 4
As the holy month of Ramadan comes to an end for 2019, Muslims in the Santa Clarita Valley and across the world will conclude it with Eid al-Fitr on Tuesday.…
Mike Spell (left) and his son enjoy spending the new year at home and away from traffic. Matt Fernandez/ The Signal
Santa Clarita residents share their New Year’s traditions
As 2018 comes to a close, many people use the last day of the year to reflect on things that have happened and look forward to the possibilities that 2019…
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Keep your natural tree fresh this Christmas
Natural Christmas tree aficionados love the authenticity such trees provide during the holiday season. Natural trees also provide a unique aroma that can make holiday celebrations feel more homey. When…
Keep your pet warm this winter
Judging by the hats, hoodies and scarves being worn by people around town, winter has arrived in the Santa Clarita Valley. Mornings and evenings are especially frigid, with temperatures dropping…
Family Promise executive director Roché Vermaak hands Kim Cleere a Vons gift card, her raffle win at the December holiday shopping event. Ryan Mancini/The Signal
Family Promise helps low-income families at their holiday shopping event
Families received some early Christmas cheer with help from Family Promise during its holiday shopping event at Valencia Methodist Church on Saturday.
Hanna Liberotti, 7, walks in the parade dressed as a Christmas present as the rest of the children follow her at the Holiday Hoedown at the Gilchrist Farm in 2016. The farm will host its event Saturday and Sunday from 10-5 am. File Art.
Gilchrist Farms to host annual Holiday event
With sweaters on goats, pigs in blankets and reindeer antlers on ponies, Gilchrist Farm is ringing in the holidays with their annual Holidays at the Farm event Saturday and Sunday.
Share your home’s holiday spirit with The Signal
Every year, the Santa Clarita Valley celebrates the holiday spirit like no other, celebrating with decor that engulfs entire neighborhoods in themed displays. Over this past weekend, people began strolling…
