On the Town

Willy, Ingrid and the students of Dwilfri DanceArt & Entertainment sizzled across the room at the Saturday, December 19 Fire on the Dancefloor exhibition.
Dance enthusiasts enjoyed various styles including Ballroom, Broadway and Mordern with a combination of cultural influences.
The night was filled with sultry moves, beautiful women and extraordinary performances by all.

The Seventh Annual Festival of Trees put on by the Boys & Girl’s Club was an exceptional and entertaining event for all who participated. 

Assistance League annually conducts a National Conference where over 120 chapter and guild members from around the country gather for learning opportunities as well as networking.  The 2009 Leadership Conference was held October 14 to 18 at the Hilton Anatole in Dallas, Texas. 

The First Annual Old Town Newhall Association Halloween Parade

Saturday, October 24 was the First Annual Old Town Newhall Association Halloween Parade down Main Street to William S. Hart Park. 

It was a battle of the arm wrestlers as the Santa Clarita Valley Youth Project hosted their Second Annual Pull for the Kids Arm Wrestling Challenge.  It was a unique competition of strength and will, all to benefit a great cause. 

On Tuesday, October 27, the American Association of University Women introduced the first of four programs in their “Women Activating Change” Speaker Series.  Judge Graciela Freixes – “A Superior Woman” shared her life story from her freedom flight from Havana Cuba to her current role and appointment to the Superior Court of California in Santa Clarita by Governor Schwarzenegger.  

Hundreds of guests enjoyed Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital Guild’s 25th Annual Fall Fashion Show, “Sunday at the Moulin Rouge” on November 15 at the Sheraton Universal Hotel. 

Assistance League held their annual “Sunset in the Vineyard” fundraiser Sunday, November 8 at the picturesque home and Compa Vineyard of Jeannie, Chris and Tim Carpenter.  Over 300 guests enjoyed an afternoon of wine tasting, hors d’oeuvres and a scrumptious cheese and fruit display donated by Bristol Farms.  The amazing variety of wines were all from Santa Clarita vintners.

Though the days have had a breezy chill, mother nature shined down on Santa Clarita Sunday, October 18 for the 2009 Kid Expo held at Golden Valley High School.

Santa Clarita STARS Dance Team kicked off the season at the Movie Premiere of FAME.  “Our dancers were so inspired by the movie – it emphasized that teamwork and perseverance pays off”, said Holly Diaz, director of the team.”

It was a perfect weekend for the much-anticipated Castaic Days Outdoor Festival that took place on October 9 and 10 at the Castaic Lake Recreational Center. 

It was a beautiful afternoon as the rubber ducks took to the lake and raced their way to the finish line at the Samuel Dixon Family Health Centers, Inc.’s 7th Annual Rubber Ducky Regatta on October 10 at Castaic Lake.  More than $60,000 was raised for the event that went directly toward patient care for the underinsured and uninsured at SDFHC’s three health centers, Canyon Country, Newhall and Val Verde.

On Sunday, October 4, more than 40 bras graced the tables in a room at the Oaks Grille.  But this was not a typical display of lingerie; decorated in a variety of world themes, the vibrantly decorated women’s undergarments were a part of the Sixth Annual Bras For A Cause event, hosted by Soroptimist International of Santa Clarita Valley.  

Soroptimist International of GSCV helped to stomp out violence when they held their first annual High-Heel-athon on May 31.  There were 125 people completed the 150-yard walk down Walnut Street. 

Who says philanthropy isn’t fun!      
For supporters of The Wine Affair, a community event hosted by the Soroptimist International of Greater Santa Clarita Valley (SIGSCV), wine, food, and entertainment made for one enjoyable day that  raised funds to support the Sheila R. Veloz Imaging Center for Breast Cancer Awareness. 

On Saturday, September 19, the Betty Ferguson Foundation hosted their Woman of Honor Dinner at the beautiful Tournament Players Club in Valencia.  The committee honored Chancellor of the College of the Canyons, Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook, for her contributions to the community.

It was an evening of dice rolling fun as 20 games of Bunco were played at the Salt Creek Grille on Monday, October 19. 

OutWest Marketing presented their first ever music and poetry night on Friday, August 21 at their store in Old Town Newhall, located 24265 Main Street.  The night featured friends, family and food while being entertained by The Three Cowgirls.  The store is a mix of all things Western including clothing, books, memorabilia, merchandise and more.