Local McDonald's Crew Reunites After 45 Years 🍟

The original Soledad Canyon McDonald’s crew reunited to celebrate decades of friendship.

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Kate Gullett
April 29, 2025

Good morning, SCV. This is The SCV Insider. Nothing says Spring like a 40° morning and an 80° afternoon. Dress wisely, folks.

In today's SCV Insider:

  • This week’s events 🥳 

  • New street honors SCV founder 🚦 

  • Summer choir camp open for registration 🎤 

Let’s get into it.

— Kate

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This Week’s Events

Tuesday, April 29

🔄 Recurring Tuesday Events

🎵 Live Music at Maginn's Pubb | 6:30–9:30 PM | Maginn's Pubb | Free | Enjoy live tunes every Tuesday night at Maginn's Pubb in Old Town Newhall!

🌮 Rooftop Tacos & Trivia at Pocock Brewing | 7–9 PM | Pocock Brewing Public House | Free | Test your knowledge with free trivia by Trivia With Budds and enjoy rooftop tacos every Tuesday night in Newhall!

🧠 Trivia at The Local Pub & Grill | 7–9 PM | The Local Pub & Grill | Free | Challenge your brain with King Trivia every Tuesday night! Grab your friends, enjoy drinks, and compete in a fun, friendly atmosphere.

🧠 Trivia Night at Newhall Refinery | 7–9 PM | Newhall Refinery | Free | Test your knowledge with King Trivia while enjoying delicious food every Tuesday night at Newhall Refinery in Santa Clarita!

Wednesday, April 30

🆕 New Events

💇‍♀️ Sanaya Beauty Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting | 4:00–5:00 PM | Sanaya Beauty, Santa Clarita | Free | Celebrate style and community at the grand opening of Sanaya Beauty! Join the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce for a festive ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring food, beverages, exciting giveaways, and a peek inside one of the newest beauty studios in town. RSVP to save your spot and be part of the celebration!

🔄 Recurring Wednesday Events

🍎 Canyon Country Farmers Market | 4–8 PM | Canyon Country Community Center | Free Entry | Shop fresh produce, fruits, and more every Wednesday evening at the Canyon Country Community Center. Don’t miss the fresh finds and good vibes!

🏍️ Bike Night at Route 66 Classic Grill | 6–10 PM | Route 66 Classic Grill | Free Entry | Ride over for live music, raffle prizes, BBQ, and drink specials every Wednesday night. Don’t miss the fun at this weekly tradition!

🎯 Pocock Public House Dart Tournament | 7–9 PM | Pocock Brewing Public House | Free | Join the weekly dart tournament every Wednesday night! Sign-ups start at 6:30 PM—don’t miss your chance to compete!

🧠 Trivia at Pocock Brewing | 7–9 PM | Pocock Brewing Company | Free | Test your knowledge with Trivia With Budds every Wednesday night while enjoying freshly made pizza and the perfect brew.

🧠 Trivia Night at MB2 | 7–9 PM | MB2 Entertainment | Free | Gather your friends and test your knowledge with King Trivia every Wednesday night. Enjoy laughs, challenges, and friendly competition—perfect for a fun midweek outing!

Thursday, May 1

🆕 New Events

📝 Journaling With Judith – Women in Touch May Networking Breakfast | 8:45–10:30 AM | IHOP, Stevenson Ranch | $22–$30 | Start your morning with meaningful connections at the Women in Touch May Networking Breakfast! Enjoy a delicious breakfast while learning from Judith Cassis about the transformative power of journaling. Network with local women leaders and leave inspired to put pen to paper. Prepay and save, or pay at the door!

🎉 Cinco de Mayo Networking Celebration | 5:30–7:30 PM | Las Originales Bar and Grill, Newhall | $30 Members / $45 Non-Members | Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with the Latino Business Alliance at Las Originales Bar and Grill! Enjoy a festive evening of networking, delicious food, refreshing drinks, and community spirit. It’s the perfect way to make new connections while honoring this vibrant holiday. Advance registration required!

🔄 Recurring Thursday Events

🎵 Rooftop Sessions at Pocock Brewing | 6–9 PM | Pocock Brewing Public House | Free | Enjoy live music from local artists every Thursday night on the rooftop patio. Soak in the sounds and great vibes at Pocock Brewing Public House!

🎲 Bingo at Pocock Brewing | 7–9 PM | The Barrel Room SCV | Free | Test your luck with Bingo With Budds every Thursday night at the Barrel Room. Enjoy great drinks, food, and a fun-filled evening!

Local Stories

Community

🚦Santa Clarita just added a meaningful new name to its map: Louis E. Brathwaite Drive. The city officially dedicated the street Friday morning at Sand Canyon Plaza, honoring Brathwaite—a trailblazing city founder, planning commissioner, and beloved community leader—on what would’ve been his 92nd birthday. Family, local leaders, and dignitaries gathered for the ceremony, reflecting on his lasting impact and unveiling the new sign with a round of applause. His widow summed it up best: “It’ll be nice to see his name driving by.” (The Signal)

Entertainment

🎭 Broadway dreams, mob schemes, and plenty of laughs — The Show Must Go On! is hitting The Main! Eclipse Theatre LA brings this original comedy by Nancy Lantis to life over two weekends starting May 9. Follow Gloria Grant, a fearless Broadway legend willing to do whatever it takes (yes, even calling in a few "favors") to save her beloved theater from the rise of television. Tickets are $22, and a portion of proceeds supports the Include Everyone Project.

Business

🍟 What started as a teenage job flipping burgers at the new McDonald’s on Soledad Canyon Road in 1979 turned into something way bigger — a lifelong family. Last week, the very first crew reunited to celebrate 45 years of friendship, marriages (yep, one couple met on the clock), and memories that have stretched across decades and even continents. Owner Jay Schutz surprised the original team with custom letterman jackets before they headed out to an L.A. Kings game to keep the party going. Safe to say, some bonds are just built to last — even if they started over fries and milkshakes. (The Signal)

Education

🎤 Ready to sing, dance, and shine? Hart High School’s Summer Show Choir Camp is back July 7–19! Open to kids entering 4th grade and up, this two-week camp is taught by alumni and students from Hart’s award-winning show choir. Campers will learn group numbers, small acts, and a big dance ensemble, all leading up to a final showcase on July 19. Cost: $275 per camper. Register here!

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Thanks for reading today.

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