Dining, Arts & Entertainment
SCV Calendar of Events May 2010
Sat., May 1, 7:30 a.m —Friends of Castaic Fishing and Fun for Kids Day. Bring fishing gear, no license required for kids under 15. Located at West Launch Ramp. Sat.-Sun., May 1 & 2, 10 a.m. — Santa Clarita Valley Pet & Family Expo. 2nd Annual Pet and Family Expo-...
A Long-Standing Tradition of Elegance and Class The Sportsmen’s Lodge Gets a New Look
The Sportsmen’s Lodge in Studio City has long been a Los Angeles tradition. For nearly 65 years, such traditions have been the very essence of the Lodge. Whether you are planning an intimate rehearsal dinner or an extravagant wedding ceremony and reception, a birthday party or an anniversary celebration, a cultural or religious gathering, a holiday event or a class reunion – The Sportsmen’s Lodge welcomes you to experience the perfect location.
Proper Tipping Etiquette In a Restaurant
At a restaurant, always leave a tip. Tips can vary from 15 percent to 25 percent.
Waiter: 15 percent to 20 percent of the bill; 25 percent for extraordinary service
J.R.’s Comedy Club Celebrity Golf Classic
For The Santa Clarita Homeless Shelter May 24 at Robinson Ranch!
We need your help for this one! On May 24, there will be the most fun golf tournament ever at Robinson Ranch. Each foursome will play with a professional, nationally known comedian. There will be lots of funny surprises on the course, and a gala dinner banquet and comedy show afterward, with many of the comedians performing. All proceeds will go to the Santa Clarita Homeless Shelter.
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Who Pays?
The results are in! A couple of months ago, the question came up regarding who should pay at the end of those first few crucial, precedent-setting dates. I have to stop here to thank all my readers who took the time to vote, many of whom sent additional comments justifying their choices. I appreciate all of your opinions and the kind, respectful way in which you shared them.
SBDC’s Lineup of Services Offered to Calabasas Business Owners
The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted by College of the Canyons, the City of Calabasas and the Calabasas Chamber of Commerce have announced a partnership to provide SBDC free business consulting and low-cost training services to small business owners and entrepreneurs throughout the Calabasas area.
Domestic Violence Center Needs Hotline Volunteers
Special 40-Hour Training Required to Answer 24-Hour Service Line
The Domestic Violence Center of the Santa Clarita Valley is seeking volunteers to help answer their 24-hour hotline that provides emergency help for domestic violence related callers. Volunteers will need to complete a special 40-hour training course in order to answer the local hotline.
Ask Kyle – May 2010
Ashton Cigars – Ashton is one of the world’s most sought after and well-respected premium brands. Ashton cigars are offered in six very different and distinct blends of cigar leafs and aging periods. Each cigar travels through an endless array of quality control inspections at the Fuente factory. These standards for quality control are unequaled by any other manufacturer.
A Culinary Delight at This Year’s Taste of the Town
You won’t want to miss out on the Child & Family Center’s Taste of the Town, on Sunday, May 2 from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. at the Mann Biomedical Park. Now in its 22nd year, the event will feature over 30 of Santa Clarita’s restaurants, caterers, and wine and ale purveyors, offering only the finest for event goers.
Tickets are at a special low price of $50 and $85 for reserved seating.
Spring in the Air and on the Rails
Celebrate spring onboard a Fillmore & Western Railway vintage train ride. The orange and lemon blossoms and wildflowers are in full bloom and the aroma in the valley is intoxicating. As you drive through the Heritage Valley on Highway 126 there is no mistaking what season it is. Everywhere you look, you see the blossoms on trees and the newly sprouted row crops and flower beds.
Creativity – Your Imaginative Preview of Coming Attractions!
I love going to the movies to watch the previews of coming attractions. I enjoy the anticipation built into a well-crafted trailer sometimes more than the feature film (see www.traileraddict.com to get your daily fill!). Excitement about pending movies keeps me going to the movies more than the features – and this is the promoter’s goal.
College of the Canyons ARTstART Festival Returns to Campus
The College of the Canyons Fine and Performing Arts Division is inviting community members to spend a weekend browsing the aesthetic achievements of its students and learning more about the college’s broad range of artistic offerings during the 2010 ARTstART Festival May 7 and 8, on the college’s Valencia campus.
Carrot Juice Story
I came across an interesting incident in my personal life that affected my thoughts about food. Here's the story: Most mornings out of the week, I juice carrots that I buy from Weiser Farms so that I can enjoy it with my after workout protein shake followed by breakfast. I like the purple carrots when available and the purple haze carrots. But because I was so busy and out of town, I forgot about the carrots for about two weeks.
Home Tour League Welcomes Spring With Fashion Show
With a bit of ole’ before kicking off holiday planning, Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital’s Holiday Home Tour League will host a Cinco de Mayo-themed fashion show, luncheon, and membership drive at Valencia’s Tournament Player’s Club on Wednesday, May 5.
Experience the Tastes of Italy
There’s something special about Sisley Italian Kitchen, and it’s not just their delicious food, beautiful restaurant and great customer service, it’s the true heart of the company-its owners Jamie and Francine Alba. And after an evening of great food, wine and remarkable company, it’s no wonder why their business is such a success.
A Lifetime of Giving
On March 6, 2010, the Silver Spur Celebration marked its 20th anniversary held at the Autry National Center in Los Angeles. Gary and Myrna Condie were honored at the event, as they are two extraordinary people who have dedicated much of their time, effort and financial resources to benefit many charities in the Santa Clarita Valley.
J.R.’s Comedy Corner Comedy Club Celebrity Golf Classic for the Homeless Shelter!
Hello all. J.R.’s Comedy Club is proud to announce the first J.R.’s Comedy Club Celebrity Golf Classic. It will be on Monday, May 24 at Robinson Ranch. This will be the most fun day anyone ever had on a Golf Course.
Each foursome will play with a nationally known comedian.
Creativity – The Art and Science of Problem Chasing!
Did you know that the answer to a pressing problem might be a bigger problem? Ever had an unsolvable problem actively haunting you and creating mental grid-lock? Ever been tempted to just avoid it?
Practicing problem-avoidance is a great and wasteful human pastime. Visit a California State Legislature budgetary meeting if you disagree!
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