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Summer is your Dental "Catch Up" Opportunity
Didn't want to take the kids out of school for that cleaning or cavity? Don't worry - you still get an "A" as a parent. Prioritizing your child's education is important. But now that school is out, "catching up" is "in" - and your favorite local dental professionals want you to know that they're ready to get you back to your summer of fun - fast.
"We're very proud of our practice's low in-office wait times," says Dr. Marvin Tong, DDS. "We're conscientious about scheduling our patients with great respect to their time."
"Since so many of our patients are parents with children, summer gives us an opportunity to get the whole family in over the course of just one or two weekday appointments, though our office is booking quickly for summer visits," says Becky Short, Dr. Tong's longtime office manager. "I wouldn't hesitate to call sooner than later to make sure we can get you in before school registration is here."
Dr. Marvin Tong, DDS 268-6284

"Have you ever heard of the expression, 'Birds of a feather flock together?' I spent 41 years in a profession that literally sucked the joy out of my life. So, When I retired in 2021, I was free to finally enjoy my life. I was interested in modeling for Macy's, and in the process, got the attention of Steven, Nick, Chris and Mike from Santa Clarita School of Performing Arts. Once I had the pleasure of speaking with Mike directly, it was magic! I could immediately tell that this was the real deal. Now I take classes through SCSOPA so I can spread my wings and fly! Thank you, Mike and Miriam, for everything you do for me and all students of acting."
Michelle Renee Castro

Explore "Things with Wings"
The Santa Clarita Artists Association will showcase the group art show, "Things With Wings," through May 25 at the SCAA Gallery in Newhall.
"From bugs to birds to angels and flying pigs, 'Things With Wings' will have it all!" says 2025 SCAA Gallery Chair and Artist Tobi Beck. "Many mediums will be represented," she adds, "including acrylic, digital photography, encaustic, gouache, mixed media, oil, pastel, watercolor, and more."
The SCAA Gallery is located at 22508 6th Street in Old Town Newhall. santaclaritaartists.org

Put Summer Day Trips on the Calendar Now

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You can answer the perpetual "What are we going to do this weekend?" question right now - at least through August! -
with these local family-friendly experiences and events that aren't far from home.

Saturday | May 24
Pasadena Comic Con 2025
The Pasadena Comic Convention and Toy Show in Old Town Pasadena is an affordable, accessible, family-friendly way to enjoy a comic-con experience.
pasadenacomiccon.com

Through Monday | May 26
LA County Fair
This year's fair puts the spotlight on all things creative with its theme of "Art Unleashed." The fair has been a celebration of art for more than a century: home arts, culinary arts, visual arts, performing arts, fine arts - and the art of having fun! Celebrate artistry and mastery in all their diverse forms with the fair's immersive experience that promises to captivate you and your children.
lacountyfair.com

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Friday | August 1 through Sunday | August 3
Old West Weekend at Los Rios Rancho
Step back in time to the great American West and experience the simple life! During this three-day festival, your family will learn about 19th century living on America's frontier. Experience potato sack races, berry picking, nature trails, a petting zoo, old-timey music, historical demonstrations, candle dipping, carriage rides, merchant vendors, a Victorian tea tent, toy making, chuck wagon supper show and more.
losriosrancho.com

Through Sunday | July 20
Lavender Festival
Running from 5pm to 10pm on select evenings, celebrate the vibrant organic lavender blooms with lavender-infused treats, live music, tractor-pulled wagon tours and more.
insidescv.com/lavenderfest

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Through Friday | June 27
Grunion Run 2025
The Cabrillo Marine Aquarium & Friends will host the annual Grunion Run on select dates - and it's definitely an experience your kids won't soon forget! Take to the beach under the moonlight and watch silvery fish come up on the beach to spawn. You'll learn about the interesting mating rituals and growth of this curious fish. The Aquarium opens at 8pm followed by guided observation at the beach.
insidescv.com/grunion

Santa Clarita's Coolest Ways to Stay Active

Learn New Tricks at the Skate Park
Located at the George A. Caravalho Santa Clarita Sports Complex, the Santa Clarita Skate Park is one of the top destinations for skateboarders, BMX riders, rollerbladers and scooter riders in SoCal. Our local park is unlike any other you'll find and offers a ton in terms of entertainment value, with various ledges, stairs, planters, banks and other street obstacles. Check out the U-shaped half pipe, 10-foot square bowl, 9- and 6-foot clover bowls plus a variety of rails and ramps perfect for skaters of all ages and skill levels.
scskatepark.com

Stay Cool with Community Ice Skating at The Cube
Now frozen and open to the public, The Cube Ice and Entertainment Center brings ice back to the City of Santa Clarita! With three sheets of ice - NHL, Olympic and The Pond - The Cube offers 93,000 square feet of skating, relaxation and event space. Newly renovated and beautifully redesigned, The Cube is Santa Clarita's home for ice skating, hockey, curling, special events and much, much more.
thecubesantaclarita.com

Kick Up some Dust at the Bike Park
The Trek Bike Park of Santa Clarita is free to visit seven days a week and is open from dawn till dusk. The Bike Park offers riders seven acres to ride, practice jumps and develop skills for both BMX and mountain biking. The park was designed with riders of all ages and skill levels in mind and consists of several single-track mountain bike trails that range from easy to moderate difficulty. There are also over 800 yards of pump and BMX track featuring combination jumps, including step-ups, step-downs, rollers and tabletops.
santaclarita.gov/bikepark