Archive By Author - Michele E. Buttelman
Dr. Rap speaks about heart disease
It was a cold and rainy evening on Town Center Drive in Valencia when Dr. Rap arrived at Bellasport, a sportswear store owned by Anna Ott.
Debs learn modern-day manners
For 18 years, Alexandra Crowder didn't know which side her bread was buttered. She learned the answer during an etiquette class held for the Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Health Foundation Silver Rose Guild debutantes recently at Salt Creek Grille.
Hart cheerleaders collect cell phones for soldiers
The cheerleaders of William S. Hart High School recently proved again why they are winners on and off the field. The cheer squad, which is made up of varsity, junior varsity and freshmen cheer leaders, recently completed a four month Cell Phones for Soldiers drive.
Michele Buttelman: An inter-GALActic affair
Is seems that spring has nearly sprung. The trees are still bare and the bulbs are only peeking through the soil, but I heard the poppies are in bloom in the Antelope Valley. It might be worth a Sunday drive to see the fields awash in the golden blooms. Celebrity Waiter Dinner is out of this world I loved the alien theme of this year's Celebrity Waiter Dinner. I went in a fairly simple costume ...
Limited engagement for ‘Rent’ at Pantages
Adam Pascal, Anthony Rapp and Gwen Stewart will reprise the roles they originated on Broadway in "Rent, The Broadway Tour," which will play a 14-performance engagement at the Pantages Theatre now through March 8.
Sushi and more at Kabuki
Kabuki Japanese Restaurant describes itself as a "casual dining restaurant." However, there's nothing casual about the food.
Linda Candib of Valencia wins Escape’s Salt Creek Grille Oscar pickin’ contest
It wasn't even close. Linda Candib of Valencia blew away the competition in Escape's annual Salt Creek Grille Oscar pickin' contest. She missed only four from the list of 24 awards handed out Sunday night during the 81st annual Academy Awards.
Out of this world fundraiser
The stars and planets were in perfect alignment Saturday night as more than 300 costumed guests turned out to raise money to benefit the Adult Day Care Respite Program at the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center.
Michele Buttelman: Eat, drink and be merry
The snow-capped mountains in the distance, the deep, clear blue sky, the soft breeze that ruffles the emerging green shoots of spring - can the past week in the Santa Clarita Valley have been more perfect? I will try to hold on to this memory when the temperatures reach 115 in August.
All Corked Up, more than a wine bar
All Corked Up may be located off the beaten path, tucked in a corner of Centre Pointe off Diamond Place and around the bend from where All Corked Up's monument sign beckons customers.
Dressing up for Oscar -- Art of Motion Picture Costume Design
The only place in the world where you can see costumes nominated for an Academy Award is at FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising in downtown Los Angeles.
'Have a Heart' Sweetheart Gala
If Paris is the city of lovers, then the second annual "Have a Heart" Sweetheart Gala could not have found a more perfect theme. Love was in the air and Eiffel Tower arrangements graced the tables at the Hyatt Valencia's Grand Ballroom on Feb. 13 as more than 150 guests celebrated Valentine's Day at the lavish gala.
Michele Buttelman: Showers bring out the wildflowers
It's been wet, wild and cold this week. It's lovely weather for growing things. I noticed that patches scorched by the Sayre Fire are starting to sprout some beautiful emerald shoots.
The 10 perfect places to propose in the Santa Clarita Valley
The Santa Clarita Valley might not have the lounge at the Mark IV restaurant in Moscow, Idaho where I was engaged on a long ago Valentine's Day night, but there are many romantic places in the SCV where the question can be "popped."
‘Man of La Mancha’ limited run at Freud Playhouse
The 2008-2009 Reprise Theatre Company season continues with the classic international hit "Man of La Mancha," starring Brent Spiner as Cervantes/Quixote.
Articles By Author - Michele E. Buttelman
Did you spring forward?
Did you remember to set your clocks forward one hour last night? Yes, it is daylight saving time again. My least favorite time of the year! I would much rather gain an hour of sleep, than lose one!
Volunteers feted
Seventeen Santa Clarita Valley volunteers have been nominated as candidates for 2013 SCV Man and Woman of the Year.
Nominees announced for SCV Man and Woman of the Year
Seventeen Santa Clarita Valley volunteers were introduced to the community on Tuesday, as candidates for 2013 SCV Man and Woman of the Year.
Falls, fights, fire in a day’s work
Kurt Bryant spends his life in front of a camera, but you won't recognize his face.
Celebrity Waiter, best party in town
It's a beautiful weekend in the Santa Clarita Valley! Spring is the best season. I can't wait for the yuccas to begin blooming and for the hills to turn that pretty green. I'm seeing a few wildflowers popping up along the side of the roads, too!
Lasagna fundraiser
The 46th annual Xi Nu Zeta Lasagna Dinner attracted a sold out crowd of 200 guests on Feb. 23 to feast on homemade lasagna for charity.
‘Green Eggs and Ham’ back on the plate at schools nationwide
Horton heard a Who and the Cat in the Hat came back throughout Santa Clarita Valley elementary schools Friday as Read Across America arrived a day early to celebrate the act, the art, and the enjoyment of reading.
Magic Mountain goes Full Throttle
When Six Flags Magic Mountain opens its latest roller coaster, now under construction at the Valencia theme park, it will once again change the Santa Clarita Valley skyline, a Six Flags spokesman said Wednesday during a "hard hat" tour of the coaster site.
A perfect weekend for the Oscars
Who has money on "Argo to win it all at tonight's 85th annual Academy Awards? This is the first year I've not seen a majority of the Oscar contenders. I am hoping to watch a few on pay-per-few and DVD before the Awards begin tomorrow evening.
Sweet Charity begins with cake
It may be a friendly competition for charity, but it's a competition nevertheless.
Elks to roast Pulskamp
Ken Pulskamp, retired Santa Clarita city manager, has been selected to be "served up" at the 15th annual Santa Clarita Elks Charity Roast on March 23.
