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Michele E. Buttelman: Rescues on the Runway Nov. 17
Did you remember to "fall" back before you went to bed last night and set your clock back an hour? If you forgot you might find yourself showing up an hour early to today's events, which include the Santa Clarita Marathon and Sunset in the Vineyard.
The dangers of saltwater to pets
We have lived in Santa Clarita since 1967 and have always had dogs. They have always been a big part of the family, going with us and participating in most everything we did. I guess this would make us dog lovers.
Featured Pets: Deaf dogs from Acton ranch seek forever homes
Looking for a wonderful canine companion? Adopt a dog from AngelDogs Foundation Deaf Dog Ranch in Acton. All of the dogs are fixed, up to date on shots and trained using hand signals. Deaf dogs are highly intelligent and really bond with their owners. They make fantastic pets. Here are just a few of the dogs available:
Michele E. Buttelman: Happy Halloween to SCV ghouls and goblins
Does anyone else thing it will seem odd that we're still on daylight saving time when Halloween rolls around on Wednesday? A benefit of the later change back to standard time this year is that it will be easier to spot the trick or treaters on the streets during the early evening. It's a school night, too, so I imagine the kids won't be out too late.
VIP Reception honors sponsors
A fireside soiree at the Hyatt Regency Valencia was held to celebrate the Title, Vintner and Barrel sponsors of the fifth annual Wine Affair.
An afternoon for a Wine Affair
The fifth annual Wine Affair, hosted by Soroptimist International of Greater Santa Clarita Valley, attracted more than 400 attendees to the The Patios at Westfield Valencia Town Center and Town Center Drive on Oct. 21.
Your Community: Dates to Watch and Upcoming Events
Dates to Watch Third Thursdays The city of Santa Clarita hosts a themed party 7-11 p.m. every third Thursday of the month, on Main Street in Newhall. Free. Enjoy live music and entertainment, art displays, food trucks and more. Info: 661-250-3787 or www.sensesonmain.com. Wednesday, Oct. 31 "Trail of Treats," hosted by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Jack Bones Equestrian Center, 26983 Tapia Canyon Road, Castaic. Enjoy a ...
Zonta has Heartz
Breast-cancer patients in the Santa Clarita Valley will have a new way to cope with post-surgery discomfort, now that Zonta Club of the Santa Clarita Valley has delivered the first of its Huggy Heartz therapeutic pillows for distribution to local women.
Josh Ortiz earns Eagle
There was no doubt in Josh Ortiz's mind when he began the scouting program at age 8, that he would some day earn the prestigious Eagle Scout Award. Now, eight years later, his hard work and perseverance paid off as he earned Boy Scout's highest honor, the Eagle Scout Award.
Today in the SCV: Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012
Today in the SCV College of the Canyons Board of Trustees meeting What: Joint meeting with the Associated Student Government When: 2:30 p.m. Where: 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita in board meeting room, Hasley Hall 137 Contact: 661-259-7800 Depression and suicide seminar What: Ritch Green of the Child & Family Center presents "Friend as a First Responder," as part of College of the Canyons' Body-Mind-Wellness series of seminars. When: 4-6 p.m. Where: COC, ...
Today in the SCV: Monday Oct. 22, 2012
Today in the SCV DivorceCare What: Divorce workshop for children and adults. Cost is $20. When: 7-9 p.m. Where: Valencia Hills Community Church, 25060 W. Ave. Stanford, Suite 160, Valencia 91354 Contact: 661-775-1885 Signal tip line Got a news tip? Call The Signal's tip line: 661-255-1234. Want your event listed? Email calendar@the-signal.com with your event's details. Include the time, date, location and contact information with your submission. To have your item viewed immediately online, ...
Michele E. Buttelman: Blessed Kateri becomes Saint Kateri
The busy social season is in full swing in the Santa Clarita Valley! However, things should start to slow down a little around Thanksgiving, which is only about a month away. I've already seen Christmas items in some stores! Where has the year flown?
Your Community Calendar: Oct. 21, 2012
Dates to Watch Third Thursdays The city of Santa Clarita hosts a themed party 7-11 p.m. every third Thursday of the month, on Main Street in Newhall. Free. Enjoy live music and entertainment, art displays, food trucks and more. Info: 661-250-3787 or www.sensesonmain.com. Sunday, Oct. 21 "Sip, Stroll and Savor the Sounds" at the Soroptimist International of Greater Santa Clarita Valley's fifth annual The Wine Affair. The event will be held 2-6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. ...
Just call him Dr. Monarch
When did Dr. Paul Levine get the idea he could catch butterflies as well as the next guy? Maybe it was the time his older cousin Joel wouldn't let him go along on a collecting expedition because "I'd only scare the butterflies," said Levine. The older boys had failed to catch one butterfly prize, the Monarch. "Not knowing how hard it was to catch a Monarch butterfly, I saw one on a Zinnia in the ...
Community scrapbook: Kevin Bellows
Kevin Robert Bellows graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering at the University of Southern California's 129th commencement ceremony, held on May 11.
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Community scrapbook:
Donny Young, son of Don and Jill Young of Canyon Country, was recently named to the Dean's list with a 4.0 GPA.
Rare visit to the Mitchell Caverns
It nearly takes my breath away.
Community scrapbook: Morgan Lehman
SELINSGROVE, Pa.- Morgan Lehman, of Canyon Country, was named to Susquehanna University's dean's list for the fall 2012 semester.
Nominee: Carl Kanowsky
Editor's note: The Signal will profile each of the nominees for Santa Clarita Valley Man and Woman of the Year over the next few weeks.
SCV Scene: Spring has sprung in the SCV
It seems that spring has sprung! I've enjoyed watching the trees and flowers bloom throughout the Santa Clarita Valley in recent weeks. The hills are even green. I know it won't last, but it is lovely for the moment. I am looking forward to the yuccas that bloom in May, my favorite time of year.
Rock, Walk & Wag
Galpin Subaru is the title sponsor of Rock, Walk & Wag, which will be held along Central Park's Perimeter Trail on Saturday, April 27, from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The free, fun, family festival will educate the public about the importance of spaying/neutering and raise funds to help keep this life-saving surgery widely available at a reduced rate for the public throughout Southern and Central California.
Spring allergies and your pets
Blooming flowers and blossoming plants signal the start of spring across the Santa Clarita Valley. The season has been known to trigger environmental allergies not just in people, but for their pets, as well.
Welcome Easter Bunny to the SCV
I hope all the Easter eggs have been found and the Easter ham or lamb is cooking in the oven. Did you already bite the ears off your chocolate Easter bunny? My favorite has always been the marshmallow eggs.
Carmen Sarro Award presented to Pamela Ripling
Pamela Ripling, who oversees Circle of Hope's three signature fundraisers in her volunteer position of event coordinator, has received the Carmen Sarro Community Service Award from the Zonta Club of the Santa Clarita Valley.
Pamela Ripling named Sarro Award winner
It was a lovely brunch yesterday morning at the Robinson Ranch Clubhouse in Sand Canyon to celebrate the Zonta Club of Santa Clarita Valley Women in Service event.
Day of Service benefits Mending Kids
Soroptimist International Greater Santa Clarita recently hosted a "Day of Service", on behalf of Mending Kids International, was a lot of fun and very rewarding.
Fashion forward in the SCV
It was a St. Patrick's Day full of "Mischief and Malarkey" at the annual Soroptimist International of Greater Santa Clarita Valley fashion show.
Every Day is a Victory
Buster's not moving." Those three words, uttered by my boyfriend on Oct. 27, 2012, changed my life in more in ways than I could ever imagine.
