Jan 27th 12 Posted by Marlene Bernstein

digital bookmobile in scv

Digital Bookmobile Offers Tutorials and eBooks to Library Members The Digital Bookmobile National Tour will make a stop at the Valencia Branch of the Santa Clarita Public Library to offer free eBook download services from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 5, 2012. Presenting high-definition instructional videos, the Digital Bookmobile shows library members how to take advantage of eReader... read more

Jan 20th 12 Posted by Marlene Bernstein

seeking local artists

As part of the City’s Art in Public Places program, a vending machine full of art for purchase will be located at upcoming City events. The City of Santa Clarita is seeking artists to create sellable artwork made available through the City’s new Art2Go program, which benefits youth activities, assemblies, and contests to promote arts education in local schools. Artists interested in being a part of... read more

Jan 20th 12 Posted by Leah Pollack

trickledown

Recently, I decided that it was time to upgrade the Shower Head in my bathroom. It has been more than a decade since the last time I bought a shower head. In that time where food technology has brought about incredible amount of variety to the cereal aisle in the grocery store, “Shower-ologists” were busier than ever developing and bringing to market a whole slew of offerings. From jets, to... read more

Nov 21st 11 Posted by Christina Belardinelli

wisdom of our elders

Halloween, All Saints Day, Día de los Muertos followed closely by “the big” holidays here in America : Thanksgiving and the Winter Holidays.  The economy worldwide is shifting and values are resurfacing that were, only a few years ago, all but obsolete. These things are sending me down paths of traditional teaching and ancient ways of living.  Ways which honor our Ancestors and value the wisdom of... read more

Nov 21st 11 Posted by Marlene Bernstein

holiday express is coming

The City of Santa Clarita invites community members to enjoy a free, live musical show as the Metrolink Holiday Toy Express makes its stop at the Jan Heidt Newhall Metrolink Station on Sunday, November 27, 2011, from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.   The Metrolink Holiday Toy Express is a 450-ton train decorated with animated displays and twinkling lights and includes a musical performance, Santa Claus and... read more

Nov 19th 11 Posted by Marlene Bernstein

feeding a crowd

I think that the best thing about Thanksgiving (aside from spending it with friends and family members), is the turkey. You eat it the day of, that night in sandwiches and often for many days after in different dishes. So, if you’re like me, having too little turkey can be a total disaster. Do you know how to choose the right amount of turkey to feed your Thanksgiving Day guests? When it comes to... read more

Nov 18th 11 Posted by Robert Mansour

protect your family

If you don’t have an estate plan for your family, there are five things you can do for free to make sure you at least have some basic tools in place. 1.        If you don’t even have a will, download a free will form from the California Bar Association (www.CalBar.org).  It’s better than nothing, and if you can’t find the form, just call my office and we will send you the... read more

Nov 17th 11 Posted by Marlene Bernstein

giving thanks in newhall

Make an extra Turkey or side dish this year and participate in true giving. For the past seven years, Roger and Shannon Hasper, owners of Newhall Bicycle Company on Main Street in Old Town Newhall have organized a FREE Thanksgiving feast in front of their store for all of those that go without. “Every year the number of attendees doubles. Last year we fed around 1200 people, so this year there should be... read more