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Hey Santa Clarita, hope your week’s off to a good start! In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Chili cook-off plans, adoptable dogs, and outdoor Jurassic Park + lots of fun things to do for free.
Your insurance won't cover a $12,000 HVAC bill: If your furnace quits before it warms up, your homeowners insurance will tell you it's a "maintenance issue" and wish you luck. Insurance covers sudden disasters. It doesn't cover the systems that wear out over time, and those are the expensive ones. A home warranty is built for exactly this. HVAC, water heater, appliances, plumbing, electrical... all covered for less than $1/day with no age restrictions on what's covered. You call, they send a tech, you pay a service fee. They handle the rest. This one's $150 off right now.* |
01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Celebrate local changemakers: Sponsorships opened Sunday for the 2026 SCV 40 Under Forty Gala, inviting Santa Clarita businesses to champion rising leaders in business, education, healthcare, nonprofits, public service, and the arts -- learn why businesses sponsor.
A community tradition continues: Santa Clarita's 13th Annual Chili Cook-Off will spice up Saturday night September 19 at SCV Senior Center, honoring Ed Bolden and raising funds for a College of the Canyons scholarship -- see the chili cook-off plans.
Ways to give back locally: Santa Clarita is recruiting volunteers ahead of October’s Make a Difference Day for Wildland Weed Warriors restoration, Carousel Ranch teardown, teen help at Newhall Library, tutoring for School on Wheels -- check the volunteer lineup.
The bill all retirees should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half -- this free comparison tool makes it easy.*
Watch your credit card balance drop. Here's a rare one: this card lets you skip interest charges until nearly 2028, and you won't pay a cent in annual fees to do it. On top of that, every purchase earns at least 1.5% cash back, with some categories as high as 5%. Spend a little early on and there's up to a $200 bonus waiting too -- take a look.*
An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial walk-in-the-door fee to x-rays, surgery, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could save thousands on your next vet bill with Lemonade*. Highlights this week: |
02 — From our sponsor Your insurance won't cover a $12,000 HVAC billIf your furnace quits before it warms up, your homeowners insurance will tell you it's a "maintenance issue" and wish you luck. Insurance covers sudden disasters. It doesn't cover the systems that wear out over time, and those are the expensive ones. A home warranty is built for exactly this. HVAC, water heater, appliances, plumbing, electrical... all covered for less than $1/day with no age restrictions on what's covered. You call, they send a tech, you pay a service fee. They handle the rest. This one's $150 off right now.* |
03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Vintage vibes, zero fuss: Audrey K nails that vintage-inspired sweet spot with easy dresses, breezy caftans, jumpsuits that actually fit, and the kind of accessories that spark compliments, from bandana scarves to playful Kit Cat Clocks. Give your week a glow-up and refresh your rotation with pieces you will wear on repeat.
Speed up recovery: Whether you’re chasing faster recovery after Towsley climbs or just need to unstick creaky knees, MEND Health & Wellness in Valencia serves up whole body cryo in 1.5 to 3 minute blasts, plus infrared sauna, PEMF, Normatec, LED, cryo facials, and an oxygen and aromatherapy bar... hello, upgraded week.
Refresh the kid closet: The Kids' Corner is a locally owned children's resale clothing store where Santa Clarita families buy and sell quality, gently used pieces, swap sizes as fast as growth spurts, and keep great clothes in circulation. It feels good, saves sanity, and keeps that families helping families cycle going.
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04 — Our recommendations
We got your backA handful of products and services we think are worth a look.
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Stiff necks start on flat pillows: You've slept on both arms, both sides, stacked two pillows, thrown one on the floor, and the stiffness keeps finding you, because every position ends on the same pillow that can't hold your neck. This one can: shaped to keep your neck in line however you sleep, with gentle traction through the night. If it doesn't earn its spot in 30 nights, it goes back free. *Take the 30-night test, 50% off →
Home insurance premiums jumped 12% last year alone: That's on top of years of increases that have outpaced inflation. Before you blindly renew with your current insurer, a free comparison tool matches your home with top-rated insurers so you can see quotes side by side, in about two minutes. Some homeowners find hundreds in savings, and if you don't find a better policy, you stay put knowing you checked. *See your options →
The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →
The upgrades that make your home feel new again start here: You don't need a full remodel to fall back in love with your space. New fixtures, a fresh coat of paint, updated hardware, the small changes that make a room feel different. It's all in one place, so a weekend is all it takes to give a tired room a fresh start. *Shop the refresh → |
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05 — The event calendar Free events worth checking outFree things to do in the coming days and weeks. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🎶 Sundaes and Song @ Harmony Hills Chorus | Tuesday (8/4) at 5:30 PM – Trade your car karaoke for harmonies with a six-week, no-audition guest chorus from Harmony Hills. Free voice lessons, friendly locals, and barbershop chords lead to a finale at the Santa Clarita Elks Lodge for Sundaes & Songs, where the high note comes with ice cream.
🦞 Cousins Maine Lobster @ Simi Valley Town Center | Tuesday (8/4) at 5:30 PM – National Night Out just got fancy, with Cousins Maine Lobster pulling up at the police department. Buttery lobster rolls, tacos, and tots, made fresh to order, cashless too. App ordering is there if you insist, or enjoy the line, the neighbors, and the gossip.
🎶 Free Community Concert @ American Legion Post 507 (Newhall) | Wednesday (8/5) at 6:00 PM – Think you remember your Foxtrot from the last wedding with an actual band? Club 507 in Newhall is serving a free big band spin with Ladd McIntosh Big Band and vocalist Nina Herzog, a friendly dance floor, a full bar, and, bless it, free parking.
🚗 Coffee N Cars @ Western Bagel | Saturday (8/8) at 6:30 AM – Early risers, warm carbs, and shiny toys. Coffee N Cars is parking up at Western Bagel, where classics, daily drivers, and that one gloriously loud project line up with fresh brews and schmear. Bring your stories, admire the chrome, pretend the calories are aero.
🧵 Second Saturday Stitchers @ Purple Planet Creative Space | Saturday (8/8) at 9:00 AM – Got a half-knit scarf staring you down? Second Saturday Stitchers is a free monthly meetup to sit with kindred locals and actually make progress on knitting, mending, quilting, or that long-ignored project, no judgment, just easy conversation, good humor, and a little communal accountability.
🎬 City Cinemas @ William S Hart Park | Friday (8/28) at 7:30 PM – Pack a blanket, grab popcorn, and brace for T. rex roars at a free outdoor screening of Jurassic Park, popping up at parks around Santa Clarita. Cheaper than a theme park, and the thing stalking you is the food truck line, not raptors.
📍 Live @ Central Park, Santa Clarita, CA 91350, United States | Saturday (8/29) at 7:00 PM – Saturday night in Central Park means one thing, a free Concerts in the Park set with The Police Experience. Pack a picnic, hit the food trucks, and relive your mixtape years. Bring blankets, not caution tape, and please holster the canopies once the music starts.
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
06 — From our sponsor Heads up for pet parentsTogether with our sponsor Lemonade. Nothing prepares you for a late-night emergency at the vet. I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving. As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Pet Insurance. It was too late for me, but you could save thousands on your next vet bill with *Lemonade. |
07 — Santa Clarita report Weather forecastToday — High: 98°F — Low: 66°F — Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 98. South wind 0 to 10 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 66. South southwest wind 0 to 5 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 101°F — Low: 67°F — Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 101. Later: Clear, with a low around 67. This house is wildThis newly built 5-bed, 5-bath estate spans 5,446 square feet on 3.87 private acres inside a gated hillside community. Soaring ceilings, wide-plank oak floors, and a quartzite waterfall island set a polished tone, while a balcony primary suite, covered patio, built-in BBQ, and future pool or ADU pad bring extra appeal.
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