The Easter Bunny has Arrived at the Valencia Mall

Feb 22-March 26: Hop to it! The Easter Bunny will be with us for photos and visits!

The bunny is available for photos and visits in Sears Court:

There’s a Hot Drink for Everyone at The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

Whether you’re a coffee connoisseur or a tea fanatic, you’ll find all kinds of warm, caffeinated beverages to perk up your morning (pun intended!) at The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf. The Valencia outpost of this coffeehouse chain is conveniently located near Provence at Valencia, making it the perfect pit stop when you need a little pick-me-up. Choose from the long list of herbal teas, drip coffees, classic espresso drinks, and sweet, flavored lattes, or sip an iced coffee on a hot day. You can even grab a fresh baked pastry for a quick breakfast when you’re on the go.

The cafe is decorated in a warm, comfortable way with a convenient wooden ordering counter and chalkboard menus displaying the season’s current drink selection, and there are a few small tables scattered throughout where guests can work on their laptops using the shop’s free Wi-Fi.

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
28291 Newhall Ranch Road
Valencia, CA 91355
(661) 702-1760
www.coffeebean.com

Women’s Conference at College of The Canyons

Registration is currently underway for the 2016 College of the Canyons Women's Conference, presented by Boston Scientific, Neuromodulation. The Conference theme this year is "It All Starts with You: Healthy Lifestyles and Personal Safety. There will be many workshop sessions for you to choose from. Also included among the event's scheduled activities are a buffet breakfast, spa themed luncheon and shopping boutique. The keynote speaker for this year's Women's Conference is Ms. Tracey Gold, a highly successful TV, film, and theater actress.

Location Information:
Valencia Campus – Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook University Center

Contact Information:
Phone: 661-362-5254
Email: womensconference@canyons.edu

For tickets and more info visit: www.canyons.edu/Conferences/WC

Jam Sessions Return to Newhall TONIGHT!!

The Old Town Newhall Library will host a series of free, interactive dance and music events starting Thursday, March 3 as part of its Thursdays @ Newhall series.

Presented in partnership with the City of Santa Clarita, JAM Sessions is an interactive Ford Theatre Foundation initiative designed to encourage Angeleno's to dance, sing and play music under the guidance of professional artists and musicians.

The Newhall JAM Sessions will run from March until October and will feature a variety of dance styles, such as Celtic, Japanese Folk Dance and African Dance & Drums.

All participants are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes and clothing.

This year’s Santa Clarita JAM Sessions are:

Thursday, March 3 @ 7:00 p.m.

Swing Dance with Pasadena Ballroom Dance Association
Grab your kicks and boogie the night away! Pasadena Ballroom Dance Association will break down the steps, pivots and turns so anyone can join in the fun! Singles and couples of all ages are welcome.
After the JAM, practice your new dance steps and stay for a free concert at 8:00 p.m. featuring The Big Butter Jazz Band.

http://scvnews.com/2016/03/02/jam-sessions-returns-to-thursdaysnewhall-at-oldtown-newhall-library/

Try this Strawberry Lemonade Smoothie!

This delicious smoothie only takes 20 minutes to make and is perfect for that hot day outside!

Click the link for the recipe: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/361413938827562465/

Valentine’s Day Ideas 2016

Still undecided about what to do or where to go with that special someone tomorrow? Don't stress, The Santa Clarita Guide has a you covered with these romantic local get-a-ways.

Click here to read more.

Valencia Meadows Park: The Perfect Park for Family Fun

Valencia Meadows is the perfect little park for locals looking to get out of the house and go for a stroll in the sunshine without the stress of fighting crowds at a larger park. What it lacks in size, Valencia Meadows Park more than makes up for in spirit, according to Yelp reviews.

Despite its small acreage, the park still has everything you need to enjoy the California weather. Its colorful playground beckons to children, enticing them to get outside and put down that tablet or smartphone. And with picnic tables nearby, your family can make an entire day of it—just pack lunch. Valencia Meadows also boasts a swimming pool for those particularly hot days, a baseball field, a basketball court, and bathrooms so that you don't have to run home for potty breaks.

Valencia Meadows Park
25671 Fedala Road
Valencia, CA 91355
(661) 284-1465
www.santa-clarita.com/index.aspx?page=421
www.yelp.com/biz/valencia-meadows-park-valencia

Love Auntie Anne’s Cinnamon Sugar Pretzels? Learn how to Make this Delicious Recipe for Your Kids!

Click HERE for Auntie Anne's recipie.

William S. Hart Park and Museum: Say Hi to Norman the Cow

Chances are you've never seen a cow quite as big as Norman. The affable cow lives on the grounds of this natural history museum, along with a herd of other barnyard animals. Chickens, turkeys, and even a potbelly pig still live on the farm, despite the fact that namesake William S. Hart hasn't lived here for years.

If you know anything about silent film, then you might have heard of Hart before. He was a renowned actor and direct during the silent film era. During his time at the now-museum, a Spanish Colonial Revival style mansion, he accumulated many works of art by bonafide masters. You can still see pieces from Frederic Remington and Charles M. Russell when you visit, not to mention artifacts that once belonged to local Native American Tribes. Once you've explored the indoors, head outside to meet the animals and the herd of bison that live on-site at William S. Hart Park and Museum.

William S. Hart Park and Museum
24151 Newhall Avenue
Santa Clarita, CA 91321
(661) 254-4584
www.hartmuseum.org
www.yelp.com/biz/william-s-hart-park-and-museum-santa-clarita

Valencia Laser Blast: For the Young and Young-at-Heart

The stakes are even higher in an amped-up round of Capture the Flag at Valencia Laser Blast. For one thing, you don't actually have to be physically caught by someone to get tagged out—they just need to point and shoot a laser at your vest. If the shot hits, you can't score any points for your mission for a few minutes. And those few minutes could make all the difference.

That's time you could be spending trying to breach the dividing line inside of Valencia Laser Blast's twisty-turny laser tag arena, complete with winding ramps and secret sniper spots. If you're quick enough, you might be able to zip past the opposing team (and tag out some competitors in the process). Once you're on the other side, aim a shot at your rivals' home base to win the game for your team. After the game, you can cool down with a visit to the arcade at Valencia Laser Blast.

Valencia Laser Blast
23460 Cinema Drive
Valencia, CA 91355
(661) 255-1600
valencialaserblast.com
www.yelp.com/biz/valencia-laser-blast-santa-clarita