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Santa Clarita Library Invites ‘Anime and Manga Fans’ to Join Anime Club

May 29, 2012

The Santa Clarita Public Library is inviting Anime fans to join the Anime Club, which have meetings held at the Canyon Country Library and at the Valencia Library. Teens can watch television shows and movies featuring their favorite Anime titles and characters, discuss Manga with fellow fans, try authentic asian snacks and suggest titles fans would like to see at your local library.

There are two locations and times Anime and Manga fans can meet for the Anime Club:

  • Canyon Country Library – 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. every 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month.
  • Valencia Library – 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. every 3rd Thursday of each month.

For more information about joining the Anime Club, visit SantaClaritaLibrary.com.

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Around Town: Newhall Community Center Youth Collect Over 12,100 Cans in Recycling Campaign

May 21, 2012

On Friday, May 18, the Newhall Community Center kids enjoyed a pizza party and foosball tournament in celebration of completing their first-ever recycling campaign in honor of America Recycles Day, which began in early November 2011.

Collecting over 12,500 bottles and cans, youth more than doubled their original goal of 5,000 items, and will use the recycling money to purchase games for the Community Center.

Waste Management also presented the Community Center with a surprise $500 donation to fund future programs and activities.

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City Hosts Annual Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt at Central Park April 7

March 28, 2012

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The City of Santa Clarita, in partnership with the Saugus Action Committee, is hosting the annual Eggstravaganza event on Saturday, April 7, beginning at 10 a.m. at Central Park.

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Families can come out and have a great time collecting eggs and have an opportunity to meet the “Bunny” for a photo. There is no registration required. The event is free and open to the public.

For more information about Eggstravaganza, contact the City’s Arts and Events Office at (661) 250-3787.

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2012 Youth in Government Summer Internship Program Now Accepting Applications: VIDEO

March 21, 2012

This Week in Santa Clarita previews the 2012 Youth in Government Summer Internship Program starting Monday, June 4 through Thursday, June 28. The deadline to turn in an application is Friday, April 13. 

*Check out last years Youth in Government Program with special correspondents Matt Sutton and Chelsea Best.*

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Sister Cities International Hosts 24th Annual Youth Artist Showcase

March 7, 2012

Since 1988, the Sister Cities International Young Author Showcase has encouraged youth from around the globe to consider the honorable mission of Sister Cities International and express their interpretation of that mission promoting peace through mutual respect, understanding, cooperation through one individual, one community at a time.

The 2012 theme is an opportunity for participants to use artwork to express how communication, technology, and individual initiative can lead to dramatic social change. Submissions can highlight the participants experience with social media, how creating change in their community, or how global communication and exchange has had an impact on their lives.

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Check out the guidelines and entry forms for the 24th Annual Young Artist Showcase.

Send Entries to:
Santa Clarita Valley International Program
23920 Valencia Boulevard, Suite 295
Santa Clarita, CA 91355

For more information visit the Sister Cities International website.

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Mayor Laurie Ender on hand to Recognize Young Artists at Cultural Landscape Awards

March 1, 2012

On Monday, February 27, Mayor Laurie Ender recognized local young artists as the City of Santa Clarita, and the Santa Clarita Valley Human Relations Forum, held the 2012 Cultural Landscape Awards at the Santa Clarita Activities Center. The Awards recognized participants on the Art on Canvas, Through the Lens, and Pen & Paper programs for submissions that best represented this year’s theme, “The Colors of Friendship.”

First, second, and third place winners received a certificate and monetary award.  Matching donations also were awarded to their schools to support arts, photography, and creative writing programs.

The Cultural Landscape programming is designed to teach students tolerance and cultural diversity through artistic and creative outlets.

For more information, please contact Community Service Coordinator Donna Avila at (661) 250-3730.

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Four Great Ways to Throw Your Next Child’s Party with the City of Santa Clarita

February 29, 2012

Host your next children’s party with the City of Santa Clarita with four great and exciting ways to celebrate it.

  • Parkmobile – Let the party come to your home or local park. Click here to get more detail on our parkmobile services.
  • Activities Center – From November through April you can host a birthday party at the Santa Clarita Activities Center for children ages 5 through 10. Parents can choose from five fun themes like “It’s Carnival Time”, “Be a Sports Star”, “Pirates Treasure”, “Princess Jewels” or ”Rock Star”. For Details call (661)250-3703
  • Skate Park – Skate Park parties can be book for select dates from April through October. First day to book a party is Tuesday, March 6, at 8 a.m. at the Aquatic Center.
  • Aquatic Center –  Aquactic Center party rentails take place on weekends in the spring, summer, and fall.  First day to book a party is Tuesday, April 24, at 8 a.m. at the Aquatic Center.

For more information about booking your next child’s party check out the City’s Seasons Magazine.

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Around Town: Award-Winning Storyteller Michael McCarty at the Valencia Library

February 24, 2012

Yesterday, the Santa Clarita Public Library hosted an exclusive storytelling event with award-winning performer Michael McCarty at the Valencia Library.  Known for his engaging style, McCarty shared African-American stories, International Folktales, and historical and scientific accounts with parents and children, which are drawn from his personal experiences as a world traveler.

For more information on upcoming events, contact the Santa Clarita Public Library at (661) 259-8942 or visit SantaClaritaLibrary.com.

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Around Town: Youth Sports President’s Day Skills Challenge

February 24, 2012

Last Monday, the City of Santa Clarita hosted a Youth Sports President’s Day Skills Challenge at the Santa Clarita Activities Center.

Players of all ages participated in team building challenges along with individual skill challenges.

Event sponsor Chick-fil-A was on hand to feed players and keep their energy levels up.

At the end of the event, players were awarded trophies for completing events and challenges.

For more information about Santa Clarita Youth Sports program visit Santa-Clarita.com.

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The National Inclusion Project Partners with the City of Santa Clarita

February 3, 2012

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The City of Santa Clarita’s Inclusion Program was awarded a $9,500 grant and was selected as one of 66 nationwide recreational programs in 30 states to partner with the National Inclusion Project to implement, “Let’s ALL Play—Inclusion in Recreational Programs.” The City’s participation in this program will provide children with special needs an enjoyable summer camp experience in a friendly and inclusive setting.

For more information about the City’s Inclusion Program, or to request an accommodation, contact City Recreation Inclusion Coordinator Araz Valijan at (661) 250-3719.

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