If you missed out on the September 2009 events and want to know what you have missed click on the read more button thank you!
Wed., Sept 2,9,16,23,30, 10 a.m. – Mommy and Me Classes. Join us on Wednesday’s at the Gentle Barn for mommy and me classes. The Gentle Barn is located at 15825 Sierra Highway in Canyon Country. 661-252-2440
Wed., September 2, 5:30 p.m. – SCV Chamber of Commerce Town Hall Meeting. SCV Chamber will host a panel discussion on the state of the local economy and economic development efforts underway in the Santa Clarita Valley. Panelists invited to participate include representatives from the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce, City of Santa Clarita, College of the Canyons, Small Business Development Center, Valley Industrial Association, and several small, medium and large-sized businesses. Location: California Institute of the Arts, Disney Modular Theater, 24700 McBean Blvd., Valencia. Contact Cheryl Ramirez at 661-702-6977 for more information. cramirez@scvchamber.com www.scvchamber.com
Sat., September 5, 1 p.m. – An Afternoon of BunCOH with Circle of Hope. Come for a time of fundraising, fun and friendship by joining us for an afternoon of Bunco at the Santa Clarita Elks Lodge. There will be prizes and yummy appetizers. The proceeds from this event will go to the Circle Of Hope. You’ll have a delightful afternoon and support a great cause too! $15 in advance; $20 at the door. Location: Santa Clarita Elks Lodge, 17766 Sierra Hwy, Canyon Country. Contact Colleen Shaffer at 661-524-5218 for more information. assistant@CircleOfHopeInc.org www.CircleOfHopeInc.org
Sun., Sept 6,13,20,27, 10 a.m-2 p.m. – The Gentle Barn. Join us each Sunday and visit the animals at the Gentle Barn. Located at 15825 Sierra Highway in Canyon Country. 661-252-2440
Sun., September 6 and 20, – Sunday Meditations. Experience the peace and spirituality you yearn for. Authentic transpersonal, devotional, Bhakti Yoga style meditation instruction with Kirtan and discourses. No Experience or fee required, everyone welcome! 661-299-1966 Scott@Life-Mind.com
Fri.-Sun., September 11 to 13, – Dress on a Dime Women’s Consignment Event. Three days only! Don’t miss the great deals on new and ‘gently used’ women’s clothing, shoes and accessories at savings of up to 90 percent off retail. You will find items from brands such as Coach, BCBG, Guess and much more. This event only happens twice a year. Shop early to get all of the best deals. Located at the Residence Inn, 25320 The Old Road in Santa Clarita. Visit us at www.dressonadime.net for more information.
Fri., September 11, 8 p.m. – Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo. Not to be missed performance of the 1980’s pop icon and MTV darling, Pat Benatar! Performing with her husband and long time band member Neil Giraldo, Benatar will delight you! Love is a Battlefield, Hit me With Your Best Shot, We Belong, and many of your other favorites! Location: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons. Contact Jasmine Foster at 661-362-3101 for more information. Jasmine.Foster@canyons.edu www.canyonsPAC.com
Sat., September 12, – Day for Kids. The Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley and the City of Santa Clarita are teaming up to offer the 4th annual Day for Kids, a major annual family event highlighting the value of meaningful time between caring adults and children. Approximately 6,000 are expected to attend and all activities are free -— including entertainment, games, food, carnival rides, and a raffle. Located at Newhall Park, 24923 Newhall Avenue, between Hart High School and Placerita Jr. High. For more information, please call 661-254-CLUB (2582).
Sat., September 12, 6 p.m. – The Michael Hoefflin Foundation’s 16th Annual Event. Help support the Michael Foundation by attending the Gala Dinner and Charity Auction. There will be dinner, dancing, entertainment, and live and silent auctions. For reservations please call 661-250-4100 or visit our website at www.mhf.org. Location: Mann Biomedical Park-25104 Rye Canyon Loop in Santa Clarita. Contact Shawneen Rubay at 661-250-4100 for more information. shawneenr@mhf.org www.mhf.org
Sat., September 12, 7 p.m. – 3rd Annual Hold ‘Em Not Hassle ‘Em Poker Tournament. Play Poker? Want to play for charity? Join Access Hollywood’s Tony Potts and The Youth Project for the 3rd Annual Hold ‘Em Not Hassle ‘Em Poker Tournament. Great prizes, great food, great fun! Location: Tournament Players Club, 26550 Heritage View Lane in Valencia. Contact Kim Goldman at 661-257-9688 for more information. kim@helpnothassle.com www.helpnothassle.com
Sun., September 13, 1 p.m. – L.A.R.C.’s 50th Anniversary Celebration! Lunch and Entertainment – Tom Nolan Band – Help Keep our Doors Open! Location: LARC Ranch 29890 Bouquet Canyon Road in Saugus. Contact Kathleen Sturkey at 661-296-8636 x232 for more information. ksturkey@larcfoundation.org www.larcfoundation.org
Sun., September 13, 2:30 p.m. – SCV Rose Society Meeting. Speakers will be Steve and Susie Jones on “Roses Down Under.” There will be refreshments, a raffle, and a door prize. Those who bring refreshments or roses to share will get a free raffle ticket and a chance to win a potted rose plant. Location: SCV Senior Center, 22900 Market Street in Newhall. Contact Kitty Belendez at 661-296-5033 for more information. rosextckb@aol.com www.scvrs.homestead.com
Mon., September 14, 8 a.m. – COC Foundation Golf Tournament. Help the College of the Canyons Foundation raise money for students by enjoying a fun-filled afternoon of golf at the Valencia Country Club. Location: Valencia Country Club in Santa Clarita. Contact Shannon Munoz at 661-362-3737 for more information. shannon.munoz@canyons.edu www.canyons.edu/foundation
Thurs., September 17, 11:30 a.m. – Association of Women Entrepreneur. September 2009 Business Success Seminar Event Topic: It’s Not Cold Calling – It’s Gold Calling! Turn connections into collections. Attract customers, build relationships and close deals easily and effortlessly. Learn skills that make customers say “Yes!” – and have fun while you play the “sales game.” Featured Speaker: Chellie Campbell. Location: TPC of Valencia, 26550 Heritage View Lane in Valencia. Contact Tera McHugh at 661-713-8907 for more information. tera@aofwe.com www.aofwe.com
Thurs., September 17, 6 p.m. – SCV Jaycees: Inaugural 40 Under 40. The SCV Jaycees, in conjunction with the Santa Clarita Valley Business Journal, will honor its inaugural set of 40 Under 40 recipients. The reception will spotlight top individuals under 40 who excel in their industry and show dynamic leadership in their community. Honoree reception will begin at 6 p.m. and anyone is welcome to attend the honoree reception. Tickets are $55 per person honorees are free. Contact event chair Dawn Abasta-Hovhannisyan at 661-607-6886 for more details. Location: The Oaks Grille at TPC – 26550 Heritage View Lane. www.scvjaycees.com
Sat., September 19, 6 p.m. – Woman of Honor Dinner 2009. Betty Ferguson Foundation is pleased to be honoring Dr. Dianne Van Hook at this Fundraising Dinner and Dance. Location: Tournament Player’s Club (TPC). Contact: Marjanne Priest at 661-702-8712 for more information. marjorieapriest@hotmail.com www.bettyfergusonfoundation.org
Wed., September 23, 6 p.m. – Teen Scene Unplugged: Surviving the Teenage Years. The City of Santa Clarita and the Blue Ribbon Task Force are pleased to bring back Susie Vandelip, nationally renowned speaker and expert on teen and family issues. Come and learn how teens and adults make decisions, and how parents and teens can cope, improve their communication, make healthy life choices, and survive the teenage years. A Resource Fair will precede Susie’s presentation. Parents are encouraged to bring their teens along! Location: Hyatt Valencia, 24500 Town Center Drive in Valencia. Contact: Tess Simgen at 661-250-3731 for more information. tsimgen@santa-clarita.com www.santa-clarita.com/blueribbon
Fri.-Sat., September 25-26, 7:30 p.m. – An Evening with Linda Purl. The wildy-popular Cabaret series returns to Santa Clarita and kicks off with a two-night visit from one of the most dynamic entertainers on the scene today! With dozens of movie, television and on-and off-Broadway credits to her name, Linda Purl is truly a multifaceted performer whose sexy, sultry act is sure to bring down the house and kick off the Cabaret series in shows that will leave the audience gasping for more! Location: 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Valencia. Contact the PAC Box Office at 661-362-5304 for more information. patronservices@canyons.edu www.canyonspac.com
Sat., September 26, 2 p.m. – Novel Beginnings: Writer’s. Please join the Valencia Public Library for a free writers’ workshop. Published author, Bonnie Domrose Stone, will provide tools to fiction writers who want to write a novel. Location: Valencia Library, 23743 Valencia Blvd in Santa Clarita. Contact Tom Cornicelli at 661-259-8942 for more information. tcornicelli@library.lacounty.gov www.colapublib.org/libs/valencia/
Sat., September 26, 6 p.m. – 4th Annual Leaders of Character Recognition Dinner. 4th Annual Leaders of Character Recognition Dinner benefiting the Boy Scouts of the Santa Clarita Valley. Each person honored has presented themselves in every aspect of their lives in a way that expresses the values of the Boy Scouts. Location: To be determined. Contact David Kline at 818-933-0106 for more information. Email: dkline@bsa-la.org
Sun., September 27, 1 p.m. – The Wine Affair – Sip, Stroll & Savor the Sounds. Soroptimist International of Greater Santa Clarita Valley’s 2nd Annual Wine Event! Stroll along Town Center Drive as participating restaurants, retailers and wine stores feature wine tastings, food and musical entertainment. Proceeds help support Breast Cancer Awareness and the Sheila R. Veloz Breast Imaging Center. Location: Westfield Valencia Town Center. Contact: Rose Chegwin at 661-803-9202 for more information. rose.chegwin@delwestusa.com www.sigscv.org