Can you keep a secret? 🤫

Good morning, SCV. This is The SCV Insider. Back from the long weekend and armed with enough silly jokes to last until at least Friday.

In today’s SCV Insider:

• California Wine Month Turns 20 🍷

• Comedy's Best-Kept Secret Sneaks into Valencia 🤫

• State of the City 2024 🏅

Let’s get into it.

— Kate

THE DIGEST

Grape Expectations 🍷

Oenophiles, rejoice! September marks the 20th anniversary of California Wine Month, and it's time to raise a glass (or several, no judgment) to our state's 250-year love affair with the grape.

From the misty vineyards of Mendocino to the sun-kissed hills of Temecula, California's 139 American Viticultural Areas are pulling out all the stops. We're talking vineyard tours, tastings with winemakers, and festivals that'll have you swirling and sipping your way through the month.

Did you know California produces 81% of the wine made in the U.S.? That's right, we're basically keeping the entire country in good spirits. So whether you're a seasoned sommelier or someone who thinks "tannins" is a fancy way to say "sunburn," there's never been a better time to explore California's liquid gold.

Remember, it's not just about the wine—it's about the 1.1 million jobs and $170 billion in annual economic activity. So really, every sip is practically a public service. Cheers to that!

Feel like planning a wine trip? Learn more about the events and offers this month HERE!

Comedy’s Best Kept Secret 🤫

Psst... want to know a secret? Don't Tell Comedy is sneaking into Valencia this Saturday, September 7th, and they're bringing a squad of mystery comedians with them.

Here's the deal: you buy a ticket, and they'll tell you where to show up on the day of the event. It's like a blind date, but instead of awkward small talk, you get belly laughs. And if it bombs, at least you didn't have to pay for dinner.

Doors open at 7:30 p.m., with the show kicking off at 8 p.m. Just remember, loose lips sink ships, so keep this on the down low. Or don't. Reverse psychology works wonders these days.

Reserve your tickets HERE!

Santa Clarita's State of the City 2024 🏅

Mark your calendars! On Thursday, October 17th, Santa Clarita is hosting its annual State of the City address, and this year's theme is "Gold Medal City." No, we're not talking about the Olympics—although our traffic light synchronization is certainly worthy of a podium finish.

For just $40 a pop (or $400 if you want to bring your nine closest friends), you can hear directly from the City Council about all the ways Santa Clarita is crushing it. Expect informative videos, a commemorative gift, and a chance to see your local government officials in their natural habitat.

The fun kicks off at 3 p.m. at the Canyon Country Community Center. After the official business, stick around for appetizers, drinks, and a chance to network with fellow Santa Claritans on the picturesque Terrace. Who knows? You might even catch a council member doing the electric slide.

For more information or to get your tickets, click HERE!

LOCAL BUSINESS

SCV's Magnificent Six 📈

Move over, Fortune 500! The Inc. 5000 list is out, and six SCV companies are showing the rest of the country how it's done. Let's give a round of applause to Packform, HVA CEYLON, Simpson Labs, Scenario Communications, TLK Fusion, and Vance Wealth for making the cut.

These local superstars have seen growth rates that would make Jack's Beanstalk jealous. We're talking triple-digit percentage increases over three years. Packform leads with a staggering 282% growth rate. Not too shabby for a city best known for its roller coasters, huh?

From tech innovators to coconut connoisseurs (yes, really), these companies prove that SCV is an economic powerhouse with a great view.

More info HERE!

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LOCAL SPORTS

High School Football: Last Week's Scoreboard 🏈

Here were the final scores:

• West Ranch vs. Cleveland: 35-6

• Valencia vs. Santa Barbara: 23-47

• Trinity vs. Channel Islands: 58-12

• SCCS vs. Santa Clara: 43-28

• Saugus vs. Oak Park: 24-32

• Hart vs. Burroughs: 38-19

• Golden Valley vs. Antelope Valley: 35-6

• Castaic vs. Calabasas: 12-48

• Canyon vs. Buena: 38-14

LOCAL HAPPENINGS

🎲 Friday, Sept. 6, 7pm | Get spooked at Beetlejuice Bingo, celebrating the new movie release. Play themed bingo, enjoy drinks, and dress in your best Beetlejuice attire. Tickets include admission, bingo cards, and drinks. Get your tickets HERE!

🎭 Starting Friday, Sept. 13, 8pm | Laugh along with Steve Martin's "The Underpants" at The MAIN. This zany comedy about bloomers and bedlam in 1910 Germany runs select dates through Sept. 22. Tickets are available HERE!

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WEATHER

Dear Mother Nature, kindly check your calendar.

Wednesday 9/4

103 🌡️ 76 | ☀️ | 💨 SW 14 mph

Thursday 9/5

107 🌡️ 78 | ☀️ | 💨 ESE 13 mph

Friday 9/6

107 🌡️ 78 | ☀️ | 💨 SSE 14 mph

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