Aloha Catering
The Kona Crisp offers "island style" catering options that will please everyone. Try the BBQ fixings platters including a variety of house smoked meats, special BBQ sauces and freshly-baked buns. The Kailua pork, brisket, tri-tips, half chickens and tender St. Louis-style ribs are truly special. Round out your catering order with fresh, crisp salads, hot and cold sandwich trays, fresh fruit and vegetable trays, tasty sides and the always-yummy Kona Brownies for dessert. Catering specialists are available to help you decide on the best menu for your occasion. Great for graduation celebrations or summer get-togethers; 287-3123

East Coast Catering
Gandolfo's New York Delicatessen offers easy, ready-made and DIY-style platters for a casual affair where everyone will want to grab and gab. Don't fuss over too many choices and go with the Mini Sandwich Tray, consisting of 18 four-inch sandwiches, and make sure you include their claim to fame sandwiches, the Brooklyn Bridge, New York Yankee, Little Italy and the Club Met. Or, if you would rather let guests make their own creation, opt for the generous Meat and Cheese Tray. Enhance the catering experience with the Vegetable Tray and Cookie Tray. Finally, catering made simple; 257-8844

World of Wine
It's 5 o'clock somewhere, and even though it may be a Sunday, New Moon Restaurant recognizes that happy hour isn't just reserved for the weekdays! Through June, stop by on a Sunday and wind the weekend down with half off wines by the glass. To sweeten the deal, purchase an entree and get a complimentary Happy Hour Appetizer; 257-4321

Join Rooms to Roam on Thursday, May 21 for a Silkwood Wine Tasting Party from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sip on Silkwood Wines and admire beautiful baubles from My Little Pretty and Unique Surprises. In addition to saving 15 percent off storewide, you will also receive 20 percent off pre-orders of Silkwood Wine;
259-7890

A Beer Near and Dear
Wolf Creek Restaurant & Brewing Company is Santa Clarita's local haunt for finely-crafted ales, and with the addition of Valencia's Honey Wheat, they have truly outdone themselves once again. It is a great, refreshing ale brewed with sweet orange peel, orange blossom honey and white sage honey. Pale, Vienna, caramel and wheat create a nice malt profile that is balanced by cascade and amarillo to finish off with a subtle citrus bite;
263-9653

Fab Fun for...
The Fancy Fingered
Basic Knitting classes will be held at Stitch Cafe in Valley Village on Saturday, June 6, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. and Thursday, June 11, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Each class is $40 per person and includes all supplies and instructions necessary to complete the first project; 818-980-1234

The Fired Up
Do more to support your local public servant when you stop by Wings Pizza-N-Things Sports Bar & Grill. From June 13 to June 20, 20 percent of their food sales will go towards the Los Angeles Sheriff's Athletic Association (LASAA) in support of the 2009 Western State Police and Fire Games (just mention this promotion at the register); 295-1000

The Frugal
The Santa Clarita Open Air Market is now open for the ultimate shopping experience! And, for even more savings, look for the two-for-one coupon in their ad on page 35 this month; 259-3886

The Festive
Now that your little graduate is all grown up, give them a stylish celebration at Salt Creek Grille. Choose between an intimate party in the private room or take advantage of the patio digs with a big blow-out. Speak to the event coordinator to ensure that your party is as smooth and perfect as it should be; 222-9999

The Father
Early Bird
Enhance the Dad's Day Brunch experience at Egg Plantation, where he can choose from 101 omelets and other breakfast dishes from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Every dad will walk away with a complimentary pen (but not to sign the check, of course, since this one's on the fam!). Limited reservations for parties of eight or more are available; all other guests will be served on a first come, first serve basis - or take advantage of the "call ahead" policy that allows you to call up to one hour before arrival to be added to the waiting list; 255-8222

All You Can Eat
Father's Day Brunch for only $13.95 for adults and $6.95 for children at El Chaparral or Presidente Mexican Grill from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Indulge in a satisfying all-you-can-eat session featuring a selection of eight exquisite entrees, omelets, fresh salad and fruit bar, homemade waffles and complimentary champagne, so now he can have his enchilada and eat it, too! El Chaparral Mexican Restaurant (252-5599) and Presidente Mexican Grill; 297-7244

Sports Fanatic
All dads receive 10 free wings and two free sodas with every large pizza purchase at Wings Pizza-N-Things Sports Bar & Grill. He can enjoy $2 domestic bottles all day and watch his favorite sport, whether it be the U.S. Open or NBA Playoffs, on one of their nine HD televisions; 295-1000

Young at Heart
Dads play free on Father's Day at Mountasia Family FunCenter from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Purchase a three-hour unlimited play card for $19.99 and receive one free! He can spend the day with the kids (and act like one all over again!); 253-4FUN

Speedster
If he can't wait to get behind the wheel, take him to MB2 Raceway on his big day for an afternoon of breaking sound barriers (trying to, at the very least!) and devouring Final Score sandwiches. Now you can choose between two convenient locations, Sylmar or Thousand Oaks; 866-986-RACE