Happy weekend, Santa Clarita! In today’s happening-today edition: Studio plans stay alive, fuel prices keep easing, and Coffee N Cars + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Studio plans stay alive: Santa Clarita granted a one-year extension to entitlements for the 93-acre Shadowbox Studios site in Placerita Canyon, keeping approvals alive until Aug. 22, 2027 after funding concerns halted work -- see the studio extension.
Fuel prices keep easing: Drivers around Santa Clarita saw relief at the pump as LA County’s average slid 4.1 cents to $5.647, the lowest since March 17 after a 56.8-cent decline over 31 days -- check the gas price drop.
Cyber safety insights ahead: Cybersecurity experts will headline VIA’s June 30 luncheon at the Child and Family Center, with Detective Sergeant Peter Hish and DHS’s Thomas Gonzalez outlining threats and steps to improve protection -- get the cyber tips.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Serious po’boy cravings? Booku PoBoys is bringing real-deal New Orleans energy to SCV with overstuffed sandwiches, gumbo that hugs back, and those dangerously snackable Nola Fat Fries. When you want big flavor without crossing state lines, this spot makes weeknights feel like a quick trip down Bourbon Street.
Swing fix, no excuses: Indoor lessons mean no cancellations when the SCV heat or wind shows up. With Lee Breckenridge you get private coaching with video and ball flight analysis plus a legit short-game area, and he’s been sharpening local swings for decades from juniors to single-digit grinders.
Quick local escape: River's End RV Park and Campground is that tucked-away spot when you want nature-time without the long drive. Roll in for fresh air, easy mornings outside, and a reset that feels like a mini trip but keeps you close to home, wallet, and sanity.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🏃 Sugar Daddy Race @ Iron Horse Trailhead | Saturday (6/20) at 6:00 AM – Celebrating Father’s Day with a run on the Iron Horse Trailhead, this cheekily named race lets dads, kids, and ringers chase bragging rights, not midlife crises. Earn your pancakes, a guilt-free nap, and at least three premium dad jokes. Santa Clarita approved.
☕ Coffee N Cars @ Western Bagel | Saturday (6/20) at 6:30 AM – Fuel up on caffeine and nostalgia at Western Bagel in Valencia, where Coffee N Cars brings out everything from antiques to daily drivers before the sun wakes up. It’s low-key, high-gloss, and the conversation is as smooth as the espresso.
🧩 June 2026 SCV Puzzle Swap @ Claim Jumper | Saturday (6/20) at 10:00 AM – Clear some trunk space, and bring the puzzles you swore you’d never do again. The SCV Puzzle Swap sets up in the Claim Jumper lot behind Vons, with name tags, post-its, and bartering, not snatching. Mark missing pieces, trade fairly, and enjoy a neighborly nerd-out.
📖 Weekly Saturday Storytime @ Barnes & Noble | Saturday (6/20) – Saturday mornings at the bookstore mean storytime, crafts, and just enough treats to keep small humans compliant while the friendly booksellers do the voices. You sip coffee, they entertain the kids, everyone wins, and no one has to find glitter in the carpet later.
🚴 Trek 50th Anniversary Celebration Ride Event @ Trek Bicycle Santa Clarita | Sunday (6/21) at 8:00 AM – Trek turned 50, and we’re celebrating the proper way, with a group ride and a side of nostalgia. Expect familiar routes, shiny bikes, and "remember downtube shifters" stories. There may be cake, please refrain from storing slices in jersey pockets.
👨 Father’s Day 2026 @ Le Chêne French Cuisine | Sunday (6/21) at 11:00 AM – Celebrate Father’s Day the civilized way at Le Chene, with French classics, a serious wine list, and that lush garden that makes you forget you’re still in SoCal. Dad gets steak he didn’t have to grill, you get peace, quiet, and bragging rights.
🪨 Father’s Day @ Vasquez Rocks County Park | Sunday (6/21) at 5:00 PM – Skip the necktie and head to Vasquez Rocks for a fireside celebration of fathers, with music, storytelling, crafts, animal encounters, and that brag-worthy sunset. Free, all ages, and perfect with a picnic, a camp chair, and a well-timed dad joke. Live music & entertainment:
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
06 — The Santa Clarita report Weather forecastToday — High: 78°F — Low: 55°F — Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 78. South southwest wind 0 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 55. South southwest wind 0 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 82°F — Low: 56°F — Precip: 0%
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