The Standup Guys, Robert G. Lee, Kenn Kington and Bob Smiley, will bring an unusual form of entertainment to Real Life Church in Valencia on May 18 - clean comedy.
"The Great American Trailer Park Musical" opens at the Repertory East Playhouse in Newhall Friday, May 11. This is a country-rock and blues musical about the lives and loves of a trailer park community. There's a new tenant in Armadillo Acres, and she's wreaking havoc all over Florida's most exclusive trailer park. The double-wide divas of this fine housing establishment have survived everything from kidnapping to no-good men to (the horror!) bad perms. But when ...
This column originally ran in the Ventura County Star on Jan. 29, 2011 A few years ago I attended a wine festival in Sonoma called Passport to Dry Creek. You travel from winery to winery tasting wines and food while enjoying entertainment at every location. On my way to one of the wineries I passed Madden Family Vineyard. At our next stop I inquired about the vineyard and I was very surprised to learn that ...
By Jim Walker Escape Editor Fishin' & Fun for Kids Day Castaic Lake, upper lake main launch ramp Website: http://www.castaiclake.com/focl.html Saturday, May 5, 8 a.m. to noon: Kids 15 and under fish in the Net Containment Area, limit five fish per child. There will be raffles and prizes, tackle giveaways and a free hot dog lunch. Rods, reels and bait provided. 'Sound of Music' auditions Canyon Theatre Guild, 24242 Main St., Newhall, CA ...
Here are some editor-selected events you can enjoy within a two-hour drive of the Santa Clarita Valley. Santa Barbara area
As the canvas is to the artist, the barrel is to the winemaker. As the grapes are to the winemaker, the wood is to the barrel maker.
By Jim Walker Escape Editor Astronomy Day Placerita Canyon Nature Center, 19152 Placerita Canyon Road, Newhall, CA 91321 Phone: (661) 259-7721 Saturday, April 28, 1 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.: The Local Group Astronomy Club of Santa Clarita will host this in preparation for a last-in-our-lifetime astronomy event, the transit of Venus (June 5). You will be able to observe the sun safely through a telescope, learn how to use a telescope, view the moon, Venus, ...
If you love the art of dance and enjoy sharp, brilliant choreography, then "Billy Elliot The Musical" is a show you can't miss. If you love wonderful music, inspiring storylines, drama, comedy and spectacular theater, then you must see "Billy Elliot."
Here are some editor-selected events you can enjoy within a two-hour drive of the Santa Clarita Valley. Festivals and Shows
This column was originally published in the Ventura County Star on Feb. 19, 2011. One of my best friends and fellow "Off the Charts Wine Club" member invited over his family and many members of our wine club to watch the Super Bowl. There were lots of typical Super Bowl party foods, including chili, soups and finger snacks, as well as the usual assortment of chips, vegetable platters and a variety of dips. The difference ...
If you are unsure about what gift to give a wine lover, we will take the guesswork out with a few favorite suggestions. Here are some great wine accessories and gadgets your friends will love. Remember, sometimes drinking wine is about more than just the right wine. It is about how you serve and preserve the wine.
The city of Santa Clarita and the SCV Family of Water Suppliers invite residents to learn about environmental sustainability and green living at the 2012 Earth Arbor Day Festival on Saturday, April 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Central Park.
By Jim Walker Escape Editor J.R.'s Comedy Club 27630 The Old Road, Valencia, CA 91355 Phone: (661) 259-2291 Website: www.comedyinvalencia.com Friday, April 13 and Saturday, April 14, 9 p.m.: Jackie Flynn Canyon Theatre Guild 24242 Main St., Newhall, CA 91321 Box Office Hours: Tuesday - Thursday 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Friday, Saturday and Sunday noon - 7 p.m. Phone: (661) 799-2702 www.canyontheatre.org Friday, April 13, 8 p.m.: "Barefoot in the ...
The outfits and attitudes in "Barefoot in the Park" may be from another time (the 1960s) but these things only add to the story's nostalgic charm. And the underlying issues of finding love and making relationships work are as important today as they have always been. When you mix in the brisk pace encouraged by Director Ingrid Boydston, and some very talented actors, the classic play is a delightful walk in the "park" at the Canyon Theatre Guild.
This column was originally published in the Ventura County Star on May 28, 2011. After grapes are harvested - usually in the fall - the grapevines will usually go untouched until the vine goes dormant in January.