Where to watch Super Bowl LIX in SCV 🏈

Today’s Forecast

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Good morning, SCV. This is the SCV Insider. Fun fact: this week in 1986, Pixar was born. And decades later, we’re out here crying over plastic toys with abandonment issues. Thanks for that emotional damage, Pixar.

In today's SCV Insider:

• This weekend’s events 🤩 

• Where to watch the Super Bowl in SCV 🏈 

• Discussion: Where’s the best view in SCV? 🌄 

• Our staff’s weekend picks 📺️ 🍴 📖 

Let’s get into it.

— Kate

A night of craft brews & gourmet bites 🍺 

On Tuesday, Feb. 11, join us at Brewery Draconum for a night of craft brews and gourmet bites that’ll have your taste buds doing a happy dance. From 5:30-9:00 p.m., we’re talking perfectly paired drinks AND food, because why settle for one when you can have both? Plus, the SCV Insider team will be there too, probably eating too much (and telling jokes that only we find funny 🤪 ) Hope to see you there!

This Weekend’s Events

Friday, Feb. 7

🌶️ 12th Annual SCV Rotary Charity Chili Cook-Off | 5–9 PM | Bella Vida SCV Senior Center | $40+ | Enjoy chili tasting, live music, a silent auction, and a no-host bar while voting for your favorite recipe. VIP tickets include gourmet drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and gifts. Proceeds benefit local seniors, veterans, and children in need.

🎨 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.

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

🤠 Boots and Barrels Country Night at Pocock Brewing | 7–10 PM | The Barrel Room SCV | Free | Kick up your boots with line dancing lessons and a live DJ every other Friday. Don’t miss this high-energy country night at Pocock Brewing!

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

💃 "Flamencommunity" Flamenco Dance & Music Event | 8–9:30 PM | The MAIN, Santa Clarita | $25 | Experience the fiery passion of flamenco with captivating dance and music performances by Studio K’tan Flamenco Dance Academy.

🎤 Hart High Show Choir: Pop Show | 7–10 PM | Hart High School Auditorium | $10–$15 | Catch Hart High’s show choir performing their competition sets before they hit stages across SoCal and Phoenix.

Saturday, Feb. 8

🏈 3rd Annual Super Saturday Skills & Drills Football Clinic | 8–10:30 AM | Cougar Stadium, College of the Canyons | $60 | Youth players (ages 6–17) can sharpen their skills with agility training, position drills, and 7-on-7 exercises led by COC coaches and athletes. Check-in starts at 7 AM. Spectators welcome!

🍅 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?

🎨 Winter Guard Association of Southern California Debut Show | 9:30 AM–4 PM | Valencia High School | $15 | Watch 39 color guard teams, including six from SCV, kick off the season with stunning performances and precision drills. Performances start at 10 AM. Concessions and merchandise available.

🎨 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.

🕯️ Candle-Making Class at Agua Dulce Winery | 2–4 PM | Agua Dulce Winery | $50 | Get creative with Jahnoe Candles while sipping your favorite drink in a relaxing winery setting. Spots are limited! RSVP at (661) 268-7402 or [email protected].

🎭 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.

🥾 February Community Hike with Self-Defense Activities | 4:30–5:30 PM | Santa Clarita Central Park | Free | Join the City of Santa Clarita for a family-friendly hike featuring a special self-defense session. Meet at the Exercise Stairs.

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

Sunday, Feb. 9

🥕 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.

Local Stories

Community

🏈 The Super Bowl is almost here, and Santa Clarita’s got more spots to watch the game than you can shake a nacho at! Whether you want to chill in a cozy pub or party in a sports bar, there’s no shortage of places to inhale wings, guzzle drinks, and yell at the TV like it’s going to help your team. Grab your friends, pick a side, and make sure your Super Bowl Sunday is as legendary as your snack game! (Visit Santa Clarita)

Entertainment

🎹 Get ready for an unforgettable night of jazz as acclaimed pianist Jason Moran teams up with the CSUN Jazz “A” Band to explore the legendary music of Duke Ellington. On February 13, join Moran and vocalist Daryn Dean for a performance that reinterprets Ellington’s work, celebrating Black American history and the Great Migration. With both improvised solos and collaborative magic, this is a one-of-a-kind chance to see jazz students jam with a true legend. Don’t miss it—this will be an evening of jazz you won’t forget!

Sports

🏒 Hockey fans, get your game face on! The Cube is hosting the 2025 West Coast Hockey Conference Playoffs from Feb. 7-9, and it’s going to be a weekend full of epic face-offs. With teams from California, Arizona, and New Mexico battling it out, you won’t want to miss the championship games on Sunday. Tickets are just $10 for a single game, or $20 for the whole weekend—so why not go all in and catch every slapshot, check, and goal? Plus, snacks and drinks are on tap at The Grille and The Top Shelf. (SCV News)

Business

🐾 Good news, pet lovers! The Castaic Animal Care Center is back open after being temporarily closed due to the Hughes Fire. Thanks to the quick action of firefighters, the center is safe and ready to get back to business, offering adoptions, pet licensing, and more. So, if you’re looking to adopt a furry friend or just need some pet care, head on over! Let’s get those pets back home where they belong. (SCV News)

Education

🏡 The new College of the Canyons board is shaking things up by taking a second look at the low-income student housing project that was temporarily scrapped by the previous board. After sending back $62 million in state funding, they’re now trying to get that money back and push forward with a plan for on-campus housing. With the growing need for student accommodations, this could be a game changer—though not without its challenges. Stay tuned for more updates as this decision plays out! (The Signal)

Discussion

Where’s the best view in SCV?

Is it the top of a hiking trail at golden hour? The peak of a roller coaster at Magic Mountain? Or maybe it’s just the sight of no traffic on the 5 (a rare but beautiful thing).

We want to know where you go to soak in the best views Santa Clarita has to offer — whether it’s a hidden lookout, a favorite park, or your own backyard.

Drop your favorite scenic spots, and we’ll feature the best ones in our newsletter and on Instagram. Bonus points if your view includes a killer sunset or a surprisingly photogenic parking lot.

Our Staff’s Weekend Picks

Watch

📺 The Recruit | Netflix

“If you’re into spy thrillers with a fun twist, The Recruit is a must-watch. It follows a newbie CIA lawyer who gets thrown into some wild international drama way above his pay grade. It’s fast-paced, clever, and keeps you on your toes. Plus, our friend George is one of the writers, and he crushed it—so definitely check it out. Season 2 just dropped!”

—EJ Gullett, Ad Partnerships Lead

Eat

🍴 Homemade Smash Burgers

“Last weekend was all about smash burgers. We grabbed some ground beef from Wild Fork—yes, the local spot!—and it seriously leveled things up. Crispy edges, juicy in the middle, total burger perfection. Do yourself a favor: hit up Wild Fork, fire up the grill, and get smashing.”

—Cole Moeller, Head of Sourcing

Read

📖 The Examiner by Janice Hallett

“This week I’m reading The Examiner by Janice Hallett. It’s a fun mystery about six art university students told through their group chats, emails, and written assignments. The format is a refreshing change from normal whodunits and I’m eagerly bookmarking sections that seem suspicious to keep track of all the clues 🕵️. If you need an escape this weekend, put on your detective hat and add The Examiner on your reading list!”

—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

Jobs

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Oh, and here’s the best part: your first listing is free. Yep, free. 😏 

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Thanks for reading today.

Here’s to a weekend packed with good eats, good times, and stories worth telling on Monday.

Until next week,

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