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Sat., Nov. 1, 10 a.m. — “Chasing Open Spaces III” Art Exhibit. Original Oil Landscape paintings of the natural areas of the SCV, by Lorelle Miller, Rod Edwards, Ernie Dollman and Laura Wambsgans. Located at the Canyon Theatre Guild Gallery Hall, 24242 Main Street in Newhall. Contact Laura Wambsgans for more information. 661-259-0696 www.chasingopenspaces.com
Sat., Nov. 1, 11 a.m. — Healthy Families Enrollment Day. In alliance with the City’s “Healthy Santa Clarita” motto, the city has joined forces with the Institute for Local Government to promote the Communities for Healthy Kids program ensuring that all children residing in the Santa Clarita Valley have access to affordable health insurance. “Healthy Families Enrollment Days” will be held at the Newhall Community Center located at 22421 Market Street, (behind the Jan Heidt Metrolink Station) in Newhall. Contact Judy Woodworth for more information. 661-286-4006 www.healthyfamilies.ca.gov
Sat., Nov. 1, 4 p.m. — Wonder Horses that Built Hollywood. Hollywood at Hart with Wonder Horses that Built Hollywood. America’s first movie stars were horses, as author Deanne Stillman writes about in her acclaimed new book “Mustang: The Saga of the Wild Horse in the American West.” Join us for her talk about Hollywood horses, including Fritz, the beloved and celebrated partner of William S. Hart. The talk and book signing will be held in the William S. Hart Park’s Hart Hall. Reservations are preferred. 661-254-4584 www.hartmuseum.org
Sat., Nov. 1, 6:30 p.m. — 2nd Annual Hold Em Not Hassle Em Poker Tournament. Play Poker? Wanna play for charity? Join the Youth Project as they host the 2nd Annual Hold ‘Em Not Hassle ‘Em Poker Tournament. Great prizes, great food, great fun! Located at Tournament Players Club, 26550 Heritage View Lane, Valencia. Contact Kim Goldman for more information. 661-257-9688 www.helpnothassle.org
Sat., Nov. 1, 8 p.m. — Diavolo. Dancers, gymnasts and actors interact with outrageous and surrealistic props and sets to create an almost cinematic experience that is: Diavolo. Located at the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Valencia. For more information please contact the box office. 661-362-5304 www.canyonospac.edu
Sun., Nov. 2, 7 a.m. — Santa Clarita Marathon. The Santa Clarita Marathon, which is an official qualifying race for the Boston Marathon, will test the physical boundaries of the human body. The day will include a full marathon, a half marathon, a 5K Run/Walk and a Kid K run. All races will begin at 7 a.m., with the exception of the Kid K, which will begin at 8:30 a.m. Starting between the Hyatt Valencia and Westfield Valencia Town Center. 661-286-4018 www.scmarathon.org/
Sun., Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25, 7 p.m. — Sierra Hillbillies Beginner’s Classes. The Sierra Hillbillies Square and Round Dance Club is continuing their square dancing class for beginners at Mitchell Elementary School, 16821 Goodvale Road in Canyon Country. Couples and singles are welcome. Rod Shuping is the instructor. For more information call Joanne at 661-250-8828 or Pat at 661-430-0100.
Fri., Nov. 7, 6 p.m. — Zonta’s 24th Annual Celebrity Tribute. Zonta is honored to pay tribute to Duane Harte for his many significant contributions to our community. Please call or email bstearns@socal.rr.com for details! 661-251-1352 www.scvzonta.org
Fri. & Sat., Nov. 7 & 8, 5 p.m.(Fri.) 9 a.m. (Sat) — 3rd Annual Angel Holiday Boutique. Layne’s Legacy Foundation is having their Annual Holiday Boutique Fundraiser at Macc Designs, 25030 Avenue Tibbitts in Valencia. Raffle items include fully decorated holiday trees. Call Gabrielle for details. 661-295-6833 www.layneslegacy.org
Sat., Nov. 8, 10 a.m. — All American Adopt-A-Pet Extravaganza. Meet the shelter “Ambassadogs”, shake paws with the new “All-American Tails” winners, test your knowledge with our “Bull or No-Bull” game, get your picture taken at the “Kiss-A-Bull” booth, and meet our professional behavior trainers while adopting a buddy! Located at the East Valley Animal Care Center, 14409 Vanowen Street in Van Nuys. Contact Rachel Weil for more information at Rachel@weilpr.com . 818-341-3646
Sat., Nov. 8, 4:30 p.m. — Battle of the Bands II/Hoops of Hope. High school bands will compete for cash and prizes and will shoot hoops to raise money for a medical clinic in Zambia. Open to all high school age students and is located at West Ranch High School. 661-775-2041 www.reallifechurch.org
Sun., Nov. 9, 4:30 p.m. — SCAA Classic Art Show. Sunday afternoon over 120 pieces of original art will be displayed by local artists. Musical entertainment, hors d’oeuvres and beverages will make this an elegant event. Located at William S. Hart Park in Hart Hall, 24151 San Fernando Road in Newhall. 661-618-0939 www.santaclaritaartists.org
Thurs.-Sun., Nov. 13-16, 6:30 p.m. — Young Frankenstein. D.E.E. Studio Productions Performing Arts Academy will present the family friendly adaptation of Broadways ‘Young Frankenstein.’ Performances will be in the Valencia Marketplace Amphitheatre. Weekend matinees are shown at 2 p.m.
Fri., Nov. 14, 7:30 p.m. — College of the Canyons Music Fall Concert. The College of the Canyons Symphonic Band and Jazz Ensemble present a very special Fall Concert on the Performing Arts Center’s Main Stage. The COC Music Department offers a broad range of academics, ensembles and programs for both students and community members. Located at the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons. 661-362-5304 www.canyonspac.com
Fri., Nov. 14, 7:30 p.m. — Sierra Hillbillies Veteran’s Day Dance. The Sierra Hillbillies Square and Round Dance Club will hold its November “Veteran’s Day – Food Pantry Benefit” Dance at the SCV Senior Center, 22900 Market Street in Newhall. John Reitmajer will be calling squares, and Cindy Mower will cue rounds. For more information call Joanne. 661-250-8828 www.sierrahillbillies.org .
Sat., Nov. 15, 6 p.m. — 6th Annual B&GC Festival of Trees Gala. Boys & Girls Club Festival of Trees “Magic of the Lights” Gala located at Hyatt Valencia. Contact Ivan Price for more information. 661-254-3063 www.boysandgirlsclub.org
Sat., Nov. 15, 8 p.m. — Symphony of the Canyons. Symphony of the Canyons, under the leadership of Dr. Paul Sherman, presents a concert of romantic programmatic music. Located at the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center, College of the Canyons, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Valencia. 661-362-5304 www.canyonspac.com
Sat. & Sun., Nov. 15 & 16, 10 a.m. — Santa Clarita Fine Craft Show. Support local cultural events and relax while early holiday shopping. See unique fine and handcrafted items from over 65 vendors. Beautiful park setting, food, music and fun! Located at Old Orchard Park, 25023 Avenida Rotella at Lyons Avenue in Newhall. 661-286-4018 www.santa-clarita.com/crafts
Sun., Nov. 16, 3 p.m. — Assistance League Sunset in the Vineyard. A vineyard tour and wine tasting supporting Assistance League Santa Clarita. Located at 24435 Arcadia Street in Newhall. Contact Betsy Linn for more information. 661-755-8290
Thurs.-Sun., Nov. 20-23, 8 p.m. — COC Theatre Presents: Some Girls by Neil LaBute. Your career as a writer is blossoming, your beautiful, young fiancée is waiting to get married and rush off to Cancun by your side — so what is your natural reaction? Would it be to get nervous and start calling up old girlfriends? So begins a single man’s odyssey through four hotel rooms as he flies across the country in search of the perfect woman. Located at the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center, College of the Canyons, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Newhall. 661-362-5304 www.canyonspac.com
Sat., Nov. 22, 8 a.m. — 5th Annual Jacob A. Zamora Memorial. The 5th Annual Jacob Anthony Zamora Sporting Clay Memorial Shoot will take place at the Oak Tree Gun Club in Newhall. Non-shooters welcome to purchase lunch and raffle tickets. All proceeds will go to the CHP Explorer program, Newhall post 540. 661-212-3465 www.jacobzamoramemorialshoot.org
Sat., Nov. 22, 9 a.m. — VHS Annual Holiday Boutique. Help raise money for the Valencia High School Choral and Vocal Jazz Program. If you would like to sponsor a Valencia High Choral Student, or be a vendor in our upcoming boutique, please contact the Boutique Coordinators Megan Gorman and Lauren Weiss at vhsboutique@gmail.com or call 661-294-1188 ext. 526.
Sat. & Sun., Nov. 22, 10 a.m.(Sat.) 8:30 a.m.(Sun.) — 19th Annual COC Holiday Craft Fair. College of the Canyons Holiday Craft Fair. A showcase of primarily handcrafted items. Located at College of the Canyons on Stadium Way and Valencia Boulevard. Contact Sheryn Monheim via email at sheryn.monheim@canyons.edu or call. 661-362-3521