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Do You have a Plan for Rattlesnake Bites?
Summer in the Santa Clarita Valley means more time outdoors with your pets - and more encounters with rattlesnakes. Dogs are especially vulnerable, as natural curiosity often leads them straight toward danger. A snake bite can happen in seconds and the venom acts fast. If your pet is bitten - or if you even suspect a bite - don't wait to see if symptoms develop. Signs include sudden swelling, yelping, lethargy or difficulty breathing, but symptoms aren't always immediate. Time is critical. Santa Clarita Animal Urgent Care & Wellness has rattlesnake antivenom in stock and a team of experienced veterinary experts who can provide immediate, proven treatment for your fur baby. Everyone in your family should have "Vet Urgent Care" saved in your phone - because during an emergency, there is no time to Google "emergency vet near me."
Santa Clarita Animal Urgent Care & Wellness 888-8838

"Suzy and I feel like it was just yesterday when we first walked through the doors of Santa Clarita School of Performing Arts. Miley was just 4 years old, full of energy, big dreams and a spark we didn't quite know what to do with yet. After a lot of thought and research, we made the decision to join the program. Looking back now, that was one of the best decisions we've ever made. We believe that SCSOPA has played a major role in Miley's growth and success. Suzy and I want to thank everyone at SCSOPA. When Miley makes it big, we'll always say, 'It all started here.' We especially want to thank Mike for always being there for us. This journey isn't easy in the beginning - but once things start to fall into place, it becomes something truly special."
Ken & Suzy Doyle

No more "Parent Shame" with the Cavity Blame Game
Your child has a cavity - or four - and you feel absolutely awful... like you are personally responsible and have failed as a parent. "Not on my watch," says beloved Valencia dentist Dr. Marvin Tong, DDS. "In this practice, we talk to parents about all the reasons children can develop cavities - without shame and blame - and then we help them create a plan to improve their family's oral health... together."
Dr. Tong shares that cavity development can be attributed to dental hygiene practices and nutrition, but also genetics, pharmaceutical use and other factors far outside the control of parents. "We don't believe that the 'goodness' of a parent can be measured by how many cavities a kid has or doesn't have," says Dr. Tong. The takeaway: Don't put off dental care because you're embarrassed or worried that your provider will make you feel bad. "We're here to partner with you for a lifetime of good health - and we do it with a big smile!," says the dentist.
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Discover Fun & Fitness for All Ages & Skills at Dance Studio 84
There's something for everybody at Dance Studio 84! You'll love their fun and friendly atmosphere, whether it's your first time putting on dance shoes or you're looking to get back into class. They offer over 100 classes a week for ages 2 through adults and are also home to Company 84, their premier team of dancers who train with the best Southern California has to offer. Dance Studio 84 has brought the love of dance to thousands of children and adults in the Santa Clarita Valley for over 40 years and offers free trial classes and competitive tuition rates.
Dance Studio 84 775-7655

The Thrill of Acura Racing, Built for a Family's Everyday Life
For drivers who appreciate performance, precision and everyday luxury, Acura's recent victory at the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach feels especially satisfying. The brand's motorsports heritage took center stage when the No. 93 Acura Meyer Shank Racing ARX-06 captured a landmark IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship win. The victory showcased exactly what Acura enthusiasts have long appreciated: engineering that performs under pressure while remaining refined enough for daily life. Whether behind the wheel of the sporty Integra, the performance-inspired RDX and ADX or the family-friendly MDX, Acura drivers experience technology and handling born from decades of racing innovation. Precision-tuned steering, responsive acceleration, advanced safety systems and driver-focused cockpit design all reflect Acura's commitment to blending excitement with practicality. Of course, most drivers are not chasing checkered flags. They are navigating school drop-offs, freeway traffic, dinner reservations and road trips. That is where Acura truly shines, delivering a premium driving experience that feels both exhilarating and practical every single day. From the racetrack to local roadways, Acura continues to prove that performance and everyday comfort can coexist beautifully.
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This Month, Why don't You...
Eat ice cream on the beach?
Go south for The Original Rainbow Cone, known for slices and stacks of five flavors on one cone since 1926; the brand just opened its newest location in Laguna Beach. Head north to Santa Barbara for McConnell's Fine Ice Cream, a Cali original founded in 1949 or jog over to Venice Beach for the viral Salt & Straw scoops.

Chill at Castaic Lake's Cali Splash Aqua Park?
Cool off from the summer heat with Southern California's largest inflatable aquapark. Now open for the 2026 season and floating over Castaic Lake, it features over 45 obstacles, slides, bouncers, wiggle bridges and much more. Spend a day full of family fun at the lake and enjoy other amenities like the swimming beach, boat and kayak rentals and the barbeque area.
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FIELD TRIP OF THE MONTH
Summer S'mores at the Dockweiler Beach Fire Pits
Less than an hour from Santa Clarita, you can find the quintessential sandy setting for a sweet and sticky So Cal summer moment... but get there early. Dockweiler Beach's 40 famous fire pits are first come, first serve.
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