SENSES Block Party 2025 Lineup Announced 🥳

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Good morning, SCV. This is the SCV Insider. Happy Valentine’s Day! Whether you’re celebrating with a special someone, your besties, or just you and a heart-shaped pizza (solid choice, honestly), today is all about love—self-love, puppy love, or love for a good local deal. No judgment here, friends.

Now, let’s jump in before every restaurant in town runs out of steak and rosé.

In today's SCV Insider:

• This weekend’s events 🤩 

• SENSES Block Party themes announced 🥳 

• Discussion: Where can you get the best cup of coffee in SCV? ☕️ 

• Our staff’s weekend picks 📺️ 🍴 📖 

Let’s get into it.

— Kate

This Weekend’s Events

Friday, Feb. 14

💍 Celebrate Love at "The Big I Do" Valentine’s Day Wedding Event | 4–7 PM | Canyon Country Community Center | $505 per couple | Say "I do" in a beautifully planned group wedding ceremony, complete with a catered meal, professional photography, DJ, floral arrangements, and more. Guest tickets: $100 per person.

🎨 Santa Clarita Artists Association Presents “Signature You” Art Exhibit | 5-8 PM | SCAA | Discover the unique styles of 20 local artists showcasing works across acrylic, mixed media, and more.

🍽️ Valentine’s Day Five-Course Farm-to-Table Dinner at Maginns Pub | 5–9 PM | Maginns Pub | $75+ | Indulge in a special five-course Irish Pub-style tasting menu featuring fresh ingredients from the Old Town Newhall Farmers Market. Enjoy amuse-bouches, Champagne on arrival, and live music on the heated patio. Limited seating—$25 deposit required.

🎵 Live Music at Lucky Luke Brewing | 6–9 PM | Lucky Luke Brewing | Start your weekend with great brews and even better tunes.

⛸️ Sweet Hearts Skate at the Cube | 7:30–9:30 PM | The Cube Ice and Entertainment Center | BOGO Admission | Celebrate Valentine’s Day on the ice with a special buy one, get one free skating offer. Bring a friend or loved one for a fun and festive night!

🎤 Fuel Pump Friday’s Karaoke at Route 66 | 8 PM | Route 66 Grill | Your shot at karaoke glory awaits.

🎭 Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike: A Valentine’s Weekend Comedy | 8–10 PM | The MAIN, Newhall | Ticketed Event | Enjoy a hilarious and heartfelt Tony Award-winning comedy by Christopher Durang this Valentine’s weekend. Follow sibling rivalries, midlife crises, and laugh-out-loud moments in this Chekhov-inspired modern classic

Saturday, Feb. 15

🥾 Galentine’s Day Hike at Placerita Canyon | 6:30–10 AM | Placerita Canyon Nature Center | Free | Celebrate friendship and the great outdoors with a women-only 4.7-mile hike through historic Placerita Canyon. Led by certified wilderness first aid guides. Bring water, snacks, and a headlamp. Liability waiver required.

🍅 Old Town Newhall Farmers Market | 8:30 AM–1 PM | Old Town Newhall | Fresh produce, artisan goods, and local vibes.

🏍️ Motorcycles & Coffee | 9-11 AM | Ken and Joe’s Powersports | Donuts, coffee, and motorcycles—what else do you need?

🎨 Santa Clarita Artists Association Presents “Signature You” Art Exhibit | 11 AM-8 PM | SCAA | Discover the unique styles of 20 local artists showcasing works across acrylic, mixed media, and more.

🍷 Valentine’s Day Winery Experience at Agua Dulce Winery | 1–3 PM | Agua Dulce Winery | $65 per couple | Enjoy a romantic afternoon with a guided tour, barrel tasting, picnic lunch, and chocolates. Limited spots available—reserve by calling (661) 268-7402!

🎭 Canyon Theatre Guild Presents "West Side Story" | 2–4 PM | Canyon Theatre Guild | $15+ | Experience the iconic musical of young love and rivalry between the Jets and Sharks. Enjoy spectacular singing, dancing, and storytelling in this classic adaptation.

🐴 Valentine’s Weekend at Gilchrist Farm | 3–6 PM | Gilchrist Farm | $100 per couple | Enjoy a unique farm experience with a farm-fresh dinner, archery, axe throwing, gemstone mining, farm animal visits, a keepsake craft, and a photo opportunity. Reservations required!

🍻 Anti-Valentine’s Day Party & Vendor Market at Lucky Luke Brewing | 3–8 PM | Lucky Luke Brewing | Free Entry | Celebrate (or rebel against) Valentine’s Day with food trucks, craft brews, hard seltzers, a singles party, and a lively vendor market. Music by DJ RudyG. All are welcome—singles, couples, and anyone looking for a fun night!

🔎 Valentine's Day Murder Mystery Dinner & Magic Show | 6:30–10 PM | Le Chene French Cuisine | $150 per person | Enjoy an evening of mystery, laughter, and enchantment with a Magic Castle performer at this thrilling dinner theater experience. Cocktails & registration at 6:30 PM, dinner and show at 7 PM. Prepaid & non-refundable.

🎶 Mission Opera’s Bella Notte Italian Feast | 6:30 PM | Bella Cucina, Saugus | $85 | Savor an authentic Italian meal while being serenaded by Mission Opera’s talented singers. Proceeds support accessible opera productions for underserved communities.

🎵 Live Music at Pocock Brewing Tasting Room | 7-10 PM | Pocock Brewing | Sip, relax, and enjoy live performances from local artists.

🎭 Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike: A Valentine’s Weekend Comedy | 8–10 PM | The MAIN, Newhall | Ticketed Event | Enjoy a hilarious and heartfelt Tony Award-winning comedy by Christopher Durang this Valentine’s weekend. Follow sibling rivalries, midlife crises, and laugh-out-loud moments in this Chekhov-inspired modern classic

Sunday, Feb. 16

🏃‍♀️ Cupid Dash 5K, 10K, 15K & Half Marathon | 7:30 AM–12 PM | West Creek Park, Valencia | $23.99+ | Run for a cause with A Better World Running! Choose from 5K, 10K, 15K, or a Half Marathon while supporting Pasadena Humane and wildfire relief efforts. Finishers receive a medal & goodie bag. Race-day registration available.

🥕 Valencia FivePoint Farmers Market | 8:30 AM–1 PM | The Porch | End your weekend with farm-fresh produce and artisan goods.

🐮 Farm Visits at Gilchrist Farm | 9 AM–2 PM | Gilchrist Farm | $5 | Meet animals, try axe throwing, and milk a goat.

🐷 Visits at The Gentle Barn | 10 AM–12 PM | The Gentle Barn | Spend the morning cuddling cows and pigs for a peaceful start to your day.

🎨 Santa Clarita Artists Association Presents “Signature You” Art Exhibit | 11 AM-5 PM | SCAA | Discover the unique styles of 20 local artists showcasing works across acrylic, mixed media, and more.

🎭 Canyon Theatre Guild Presents "West Side Story" | 2–4 PM | Canyon Theatre Guild | $15+ | Experience the iconic musical of young love and rivalry between the Jets and Sharks. Enjoy spectacular singing, dancing, and storytelling in this classic adaptation.

🎭 Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike: A Valentine’s Weekend Comedy | 2–4 PM | The MAIN, Newhall | Ticketed Event | Enjoy a hilarious and heartfelt Tony Award-winning comedy by Christopher Durang this Valentine’s weekend. Follow sibling rivalries, midlife crises, and laugh-out-loud moments in this Chekhov-inspired modern classic

Local Stories

Community

🥳 The SENSES Block Party is back, and it’s bringing some seriously fun themes to Main Street in Old Town Newhall! Kicking off March 20, every third Thursday from 7-10 p.m., expect live music, food trucks, and awesome themed nights. First up: Alley-Oop (March 20) for all the March Madness vibes—basketball games and good times. Then on April 17, Barcade brings retro arcade games to life. May 15 is Spy Games, so you can live out your secret agent dreams, and June 19 is Date Night, with mini-golf and games for everyone. It's the ultimate Thursday night hang—mark your calendars! (City of Santa Clarita)

Entertainment

🎤 Legendary singer and musician John Waite is bringing his timeless hits to the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center on February 21! With a career spanning over 40 years, Waite will perform fan favorites from his solo work as well as his time with The Babys and Bad English. Expect to hear classics like “Missing You,” “Isn’t It Time,” and “When I See You Smile.” Don’t miss the chance to experience these iconic songs live—grab your tickets today!

Sports

🏀 After three straight Foothill League titles, the Hart girls’ basketball team is on a mission to capture the elusive CIF championship they’ve been chasing. With a roster led by seasoned seniors Morgan Mack, Andrea Aina, and Emery Eav, the Hawks are poised for another run after falling short last season. Mack, a Long Beach State commit, has been a standout with 18 points per game, while Aina has knocked down a jaw-dropping 86 three-pointers this season. With the team’s strong chemistry and laser focus on defense, they’re more determined than ever to make a deep playoff run—and this time, they’re not settling for anything less than the title. Keep an eye on these Hawks as they soar into the CIF Southern Section Division 2AA playoffs! (The Signal)

Business

🎬️ The City of Santa Clarita is looking to expand its Open Space Preservation District with potential land deals that could preserve over 550 acres of local movie ranch properties. Negotiations are underway with two major film industry figures, and if the deals go through, much of the land near Tapia and Vasquez Canyon Roads would be protected from development and turned into open space. This move is part of a larger effort to keep natural land from being developed, while ensuring the future of the city’s parks and rare biological regions. While the specific details are still under wraps, the land would be added to the city's existing preservation district, which was established in 2007. Stay tuned as the city continues to negotiate these deals behind closed doors. (The Signal)

Education

🔬 West Ranch High School sophomore Owen Hess, along with his teammates Colton Fernandez and Grace Ha, is leading the charge to raise money for blood cancer research through the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Student Visionaries of the Year program. Inspired by his time at UC Irvine, where he witnessed the struggles of underfunded medical research, Hess is determined to make a difference. So far, his campaign has raised nearly $30,000 toward a $50,000 goal, with funds directly supporting cancer patients, advocacy, and research. With the added impact of the recent L.A. wildfires, a portion of the donations will also go to those affected. The campaign ends on March 28, and Hess is hoping to meet his goal. To support the cause, click HERE. (The Signal)

Discussion

Where can you get the best cup of coffee in SCV?

We’re on a mission to find SCV’s best caffeine fix, and we need your help. Is it the perfect oat milk latte from a cozy indie café? The strongest cold brew that gets you through the morning school drop-off? Or are you ride or die for that classic $2 diner coffee that tastes like it’s seen some things?

Tell us your go-to coffee spot in Santa Clarita and why it’s the best. We’ll feature the top picks in our newsletter and on Instagram!

Our Staff’s Weekend Picks

Watch

📺 Only Murders in the Building | Hulu

“If you’re into true crime but don’t want to freak yourself out before bed, Only Murders in the Building is perfect. It’s about three neighbors who are obsessed with murder podcasts and suddenly find themselves investigating a real murder in their building. It’s funny, smart, and keeps you guessing without giving you nightmares. Plus, the cast is amazing!”

—Anne Baker, Head of Content

Eat

🍸️ Chocolate Martini

“This chocolate martini is basically dessert in a glass—creamy, boozy, and all kinds of delicious. With Baileys, chocolate liqueur, and vodka, it’s the perfect way to give your Valentine’s Day that extra kick. Skip the usual chocolates and sip on one of these instead!”

—Kate Gullett, Editor-in-Chief

Read

📖 Wild Geese, a poem by Mary Oliver

“In celebration of Valentine’s day, my recommendation this week is a bit different from usual, not a book, but one of my favorite poems, Wild Geese, that reminds me to be gentle and love myself just as I am. Listen to the poet Mary Oliver read this poem today for a small moment of self-reflection and love as you enter your weekend.”

—Nina Morrison, Contributing Editor

Nina’s Resources for Readers

• How to Read More 

• Get a Library Card

• Link to Libby - audiobooks and e-books - for free! 

• Link to Silent Book Club - set up a local chapter!

• Events at Santa Clarita Public Library

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Thanks for reading today.

This Valentine’s Day, remember to show yourself some love, too—whether it’s indulging in a treat, taking a breather, or just letting yourself enjoy the little things. You deserve it!

Until next week,

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