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Santa Clarita, California Patch AM: a 5 min read

Greetings Santa Clarita! We’re your go-to source for what’s happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Who’s riding the KHTS firetruck in this year’s July 4 parade?
  • Which elite drum corps are marching into COC this July?
  • Discover the serene Japanese garden just a short drive from Santa Clarita.

Also on today's calendar: July Fourth Fireworks Spectacular With The Beach Boys 2026: Hollywood Bowl and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the turtle cross the road ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Warm with periods of sun, with a high of 92 and low of 56 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 87, low: 55.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and comfortable, with a high of 85 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. WWE Superstar, Dragon Lee Joins 5 Other Hometown Champions For Santa Clarita's 4th Of July Parade (hometownstation.com) — Santa Clarita’s 2026 Fourth of July celebration will feature WWE star Dragon Lee and five “Hometown Champions” riding the KHTS antique firetruck in the Old Town Newhall parade, starting at 9 a.m. Residents can then cap the day with the city’s free fireworks show at Valencia Town Center at 9:15 p.m., complete with a synchronized KHTS radio soundtrack.
   

2. *Santa Clarita Gold Showcase At COC! (hometownstation.com) — Santa Clarita residents can catch world-class drum corps when the Gold Showcase returns to College of the Canyons’ Cougar Stadium on Thursday, July 9. Gates open at 4:30 p.m., with a packed lineup of elite marching ensembles performing through the evening as they tour toward the Drum Corps International World Championships.
   

3. Extremely Quirky Destinations For Santa Clarita Valley Families: Suiho En (hometownstation.com) — Families in Santa Clarita looking for a close-by summer escape are being pointed to Suiho En, a tranquil Japanese garden just south in Van Nuys. The piece walks you through its Zen, strolling, and tea gardens, seasonal blooms, and weekday hours, offering a peaceful, culturally rich day trip option for local residents.
   

4. Oct. 24-25: SCV Quilt Guild 'Where Quilts, Friendships Bloom' Quilt Show (scvnews.com) — Santa Clarita quilters and craft lovers can look forward to the Santa Clarita Valley Quilt Guild’s “Where Quilts and Friendships Bloom” show on October 24–25 at the Bella Vida Senior Center. With over 100 quilts, demos, vendors, raffles, food trucks, and a car show, it’s a full weekend showcase of local creativity and community spirit.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Wednesday June 24
  • Walk-In Tutoring With Cheri
    Playa Vista Branch Library
    10:00 am
  • Walk-In Tutoring With Pat
    Playa Vista Branch Library
    10:00 am
  • Walk-In Tutoring With Bo-Gay
    Playa Vista Branch Library
    10:00 am
  • Walk-In Tutoring With Margie
    Playa Vista Branch Library
    10:00 am
  • LEGO® Playtime
    Playa Vista Branch Library
    12:00 pm
  • English Conversation Class With Donies
    Harbor Gateway Library Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library
    3:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Cockatiel rescued 2 weeks ago in my backyard being chased by crows!
    Very affectionate and loving. Someone has to be looking for this sweetheart? (Nextdoor Canyon Country North)
  • In Just One second the person in the vehicle in front of me had their life decided.
    As the signal turned Green for that person and myself ( I was in my truck behind). At the intersection of Valley Centre and Soledad about to turn… (Nextdoor Pacific Grove)
  • Wal-Mart posted a job opening for Stocking Team Associate in Santa Clarita. Apply here.
  • Trexon posted a job opening for Janitor in Santa Clarita. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Santa Clarita here.

Ok Santa Clarita! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: She was going to the shell station (Thank you Nettie D. for sending it in!)
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