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'Robin Hood' play for deaf, hearing

Signstage Theatre will present ``Robin Hood'' using the spatial beauty of American Sign Language American Sign Language
n.
The primary sign language used by deaf and hearing-impaired people in the United States and Canada.


American Sign Language (ASL),
n.
 and spoken English simultaneously presented by deaf and hearing actors at 9 and 11 a.m. today and Tuesday at the Vital Express Center for the Performing Arts at College of the Canyons College of the Canyons is one of the fastest-growing community colleges in the state. According to the National Junior College Research Association, College of the Canyons consistently ranks in the top 50 community colleges in the nation. , 26455 N. Rockwell Canyon Road, Valencia. Visually, the stage is filled with the movement of hands and bodies, yet every word is spoken to make sure that all audience members, deaf or hearing, don't miss a thing. The program is geared toward children ages 6 to 12. For information, call (661) 362-5304.

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Easter Egg An undocumented function hidden in software that may or may not be sanctioned by management. Easter Eggs are secret "goodies" found by word of mouth or accident. They are also used in video games, movies, TV commercials, DVDs, CDs, CD-ROMs and every so often in hardware.  Hunt set for Saturday

The public is invited to the fourth annual Easter Egg Hunt from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Chesebrough Park, 23505 Sunset Hills Drive, Valencia. This year's attractions include four egg hunts, magician Don Mulligan mul·li·gan  
n.
A golf shot not tallied against the score, granted in informal play after a poor shot especially from the tee.



[Probably from the name Mulligan.]

Noun 1.
, bunny races, a moon bounce, games, face painting and more. Hunts will be at the following times for the following ages: 10 a.m. for ages 1 1/2-3; 10:30 a.m. for ages 4-5; 11 a.m. for ages 6-7; and 11:30 a.m. for ages 8-10. All activities are free. Don't forget your basket! For information, call Monica at (661) 297-1699.

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Cheer, tumbling camps for spring

Gymcheer USA will host two camps for children ages 5 and up during spring break. Children can choose between Cheer Blast Camp and Tumbling Camp, both held from 9 a.m. to noon March 28 through 31. Cost is $20 per day. Gymcheer USA is located at 20724 Centre Pointe Parkway, No. 3, Canyon Country. For information, call (661) 299-6849.

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Free mixer to aid parenting skills

The city of Santa Clarita Santa Clarita, city (1990 pop. 110,642), Los Angeles co., S Calif., suburb 30 mi (48 km) NW of downtown Los Angeles, on the Santa Clara River; inc. 1987. Situated in the Santa Clara valley and nearby canyons, Santa Clarita includes the former towns of Canyon Country,  will host a ``Walk the Walk and Talk the Talk'' parent mixer from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Thursday in Council Chambers at City Hall, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Valencia. The mixer will feature keynote speaker Dr. Elaine Fogel Schneider, founder and executive director of Baby Steps and Community Therapies. Appetizers will be served as parents learn useful strategies to strengthen parenting skills while creating loving relationships within the family. The event is free and open to the public. For information, call the city at (661) 255-4965.

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Eggstravaganza at 3 valley parks

The city of Santa Clarita's Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department, the YMCA YMCA
 in full Young Men's Christian Association

Nonsectarian, nonpolitical Christian lay movement that aims to develop high standards of Christian character among its members.
 and the Saugus Action Committee will present the annual Eggstravaganza at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at three parks across the valley. Egg hunts and visits by Mr. E. Bunny are scheduled for Canyon Country Park, 17615 W. Soledad Canyon Soledad Canyon is a long narrow canyon / valley located in Los Angeles County, California between the cities of Palmdale and Santa Clarita. Soledad Canyon contains the localities of Vincent, Acton, Ravenna, and Agua Dulce.  Road, Canyon Country; Central Park, 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road, Saugus; and Valencia Glen Park Glen Park can refer to:
  • Glen Park, San Francisco, California
  • Glen Park, Toronto
  • Glen Park, Williamsville, New York
  • A district within the fictional city of Los Santos, San Andreas, from the game
, 23750 Via Gavola, Valencia. For information, call Lori Warner at the YMCA at (661) 253-3593.

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Whistle to blow for Easter Train

Fillmore & Western Railway is offering a scenic 2 1/2-hour ride throughout the Heritage Valley while enjoying Easter lunch this Sunday. Take in the fragrance of orange and lemon blossoms as you ride the train through some of the most beautiful countryside in Southern California Southern California, also colloquially known as SoCal, is the southern portion of the U.S. state of California. Centered on the cities of Los Angeles and San Diego, Southern California is home to nearly 24 million people and is the nation's second most populated region, . Easter Train rides will depart at 11 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. from Central Park in Fillmore. The Easter bunny will be on board with treats for all. For reservations, call (800) 773-8724.

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Volunteers sought for meal delivery

The Santa Clarita Valley The Santa Clarita Valley is the valley of the Santa Clara River in Southern California. It stretches through Los Angeles County and Ventura County. Its main population center is the city of Santa Clarita. The valley was part of the 48,612-acre (19,672.  Senior Center is in need of volunteer drivers to serve a minimum of 2 1/2 hours a week delivering Home Delivered Meals to the homebound home·bound
adj.
Restricted or confined to home, as of an invalid.
. Drivers must be available from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. one day per week. Every Monday through Friday, the SCV SCV Santa Clarita Valley (California)
SCV Sons of Confederate Veterans
SCV Santa Clara Vanguard
SCV Singapore Cable Vision
SCV Special Category Visa (Australia)
SCV StarHub Cable Vision
 Senior Center delivers approximately 300 meals daily in the Santa Clarita Valley. For many homebound residents, the volunteer driver may be the only person that senior will see that day, and lives are often saved through this one-on-one delivery system. Those interested in volunteering should call Patty at the Senior Center at (661) 259-9444.

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Cowboy Festival tickets available

Tickets are on sale for the 2005 Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival, taking place April 28 through May 1, including a new package deal. The package, called the Friends of the Festival, includes admission to Melody Ranch for both Saturday and Sunday, preferred seating at all Melody Ranch stage shows, all-weekend access to the Melody Ranch VIP Hacienda with catered food and beverages, a commemorative belt buckle and more. Cost of the Friends package is $175. Featured performers for the 2005 festival include Baxter Black, Sons of the San Joaquin, Don Edwards, Waddie wad·die  
n. Western U.S.
Variant of waddy2.
 Mitchell and Hot Club of Cowtown. Tickets can be purchased at www.cowboyfestival.org.

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Fight It! 5K race on tap for May 21

The fourth annual Fight It! 5K to benefit the Brenda Mehling Cancer Fund will be held May 21 with registration taking place at 7 a.m. in the parking lot of the Promenade shopping plaza, 27093 N. McBean Parkway, Valencia. The race/walk will begin at 8:30 a.m. following city trails along the Santa Clara River Santa Clara River may refer to:
  • Santa Clara River (California), a river in Southern California, United States.
  • Santa Clara River (Utah), a river in Utah, United States
  • Carmen River, a river in Mexico that is sometimes called the Santa Clara River
, behind Creekside Drive and under Magic Mountain Parkway. Pre- registration is $25 for adults and $15 for students in grades K through 12. After May 12, registration fees increase by $5. Pets may also be entered this year for $5 each. For information, call April Price at (818) 535-5060 or e-mail aprilprice(at)bmcf.net.

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Acting workshops for kids and teens

The Canyon Theatre Guild is enrolling for its summer acting workshops. Children ages 6-10 can choose from five two-week sessions at a cost of $249 plus a $25 registration fee. Children ages 10-13 can select from two three-week sessions at a cost of $349 plus the registration fee. One five-week session is available for teens ages 14-17 at a cost of $499 plus the registration fee. All programs will be taught at the Canyon Theatre Guild located at 24242 San Fernando Road San Fernando Road is a major street in the city and county of Los Angeles. It starts off in Castaic as The Old Road, passing through Santa Clarita and the Newhall Pass, where upon its intersection with Sierra Highway near the junction of the Golden State (I-5) and the , Newhall. Each workshop culminates in a public performance. For registration information, call (661) 799-2702 or visit www.canyontheatreguild.org.

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