COVER STORY
KEN STRIPLIN: Leading Santa Clarita Forward
If you’ve attended a community event, listened to a City podcast, visited one of our parks or enjoyed one of the many amenities that make Santa Clarita special, you’ve experienced the impact of City Manager Ken Striplin’s leadership. Known for his commitment to...
ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER
A Message from the Associate Publisher Alexander Hafizi – July/August 2026
Summer has arrived in Santa Clarita, bringing with it longer days, warm evenings and countless opportunities to enjoy everything our community has to offer. Whether you’re attending a local concert, cooling off at one of our aquatic centers, exploring a community...
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Santa Clarita Summer Calendar of Events July/August 2026
July 2026 Star Spangled Night at Six Flags Magic MountainSaturday, July 4, 2026Six Flags Magic Mountain, 26101 Magic Mountain Pkwy, Valenciasixflags.com/magicmountain/events/star-spangled-nightsCelebrate Independence Day with thrilling rides, patriotic entertainment,...
NONPROFIT SPOTLIGHT
Getting to Know Mission Opera
ABOUT THE MAGAZINEThe Magazine of Santa Clarita has set a high standard for excellence in advertising for over 25 years. A family owned and operated business, The Magazine of Santa Clarita has grown with the Santa Clarita Valley since...
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
Summer Nights, Live Music and Community: Concerts in the Park RETURNS
The days are longer, the evenings are warmer and summer in Santa Clarita is officially underway. That can only mean one thing: it’s time to gather your friends, pack your blankets and head to one of the City’s most beloved traditions, Concerts in the Park.Returning...
Make a Splash this Summer with Santa Clarita Aquatics
There’s nothing better on a hot summer day than jumping into a pool — the cool water, the sound of big splashes and the excitement that comes with swimming, racing and playing with friends. Whether it’s friendly competition, staying active or just escaping the summer...
VALLEY INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION
VIA CEO Forum Returns August 27 to Tackle Workforce, AI, and the Future of Business
Business leaders from across the region will gather on August 27 for the annual VIA CEO Forum, a premier roundtable, discussion and problem-solving event designed to address the most pressing challenges and opportunities facing companies today.The forum will bring...
SENIOR LIFE
Finding Purpose, Friendship and Joy: The Bella Vida Journey of Jeanette Jaramillo
For Jeanette Jaramillo, life has always been about caring for others. Whether she was raising seven children, running her own businesses, or helping students through her work with the William S. Hart School District, she dedicated herself to supporting those around...
ULTIMATE AWARD
Ultimate Gentlemen in Business Award Winners 2026
Congratulations to élite Magazine’s 8th Annual Ultimate Gentlemen in Business Professionals! These are the best of the best in their field voted on by thousands of community members and our readers. Be sure if you see them to say you saw it inélite Magazine. See our...
FOOD
Hearty Mushroom Ragu
Mushrooms are a true superfood. According to UCLA Health, they decrease your risk of cancer, promote lower sodium and cholesterol, promote brain health, contribute to a healthier gut and immune system and are a natural source of vitamin D.We use mushrooms in stir...
GREAT ESCAPE
The Ultimate Irvine Escape
There’s something exciting happening in Irvine, and it begins the moment you pull into the beautifully reimagined Hyatt Regency Irvine. Following a stunning multi-million-dollar transformation, the hotel has quickly become one of Orange County’s premier destinations...
CLOSEUP
Leading with Compassion: Peter Warda and the Future of the SCV Food Pantry
For more than 40 years, the Santa Clarita Valley Food Pantry has been a lifeline for local families facing food insecurity. Today, under the leadership of newly appointed Executive Director Peter Warda, the organization is preparing to expand its impact while...
MILLION DOLLAR LISTING
Newhall Mansion – Step Inside A Victorian Masterpiece
Steeped in history and architectural grandeur, the Newhall Mansion stands as one of Southern California’s most treasured landmarks. Built in 1890 by pioneer businessman Henry Mayo Newhall’s son, William Randolph Newhall, the mansion was designed in the Queen Anne...
SPOTLIGHTS
Exceptional Outdoor Living, Designed to Inspire
At BSH Landscape & Hardscape Design, every project begins with a vision and ends with a beautifully crafted outdoor living space designed to enhance both lifestyle and property value. From stunning hardscape features and custom patios to lush landscapes and...
EVE WINE 101
During The Heat of Summer – Ice It!
It’s hot. We can lament it all summer long, or we can cool it off with some cool ideas to keep your drinks chilled with zero to little dilution and make them 100% more attractive as well. What am I writing about this time? Sprucing up your big rock ice cubes for...
SCV HISTORY
Leading the Next Generation of Historians – Brad Jorgensen
Think that history is just for old folks reminiscing? Not to Brad Jorgensen. The 27-year-old Castaic resident was about to start his last year of college at CSUN in 2023, destined for a Bachelor’s degree in History with an emphasis on California, when he became an...
AUTOMOTIVE
Precision, Craftsmanship & Trust at Every Turn – Luxury Collision Group
When it comes to repairing luxury vehicles, not every collision center is created equal. Luxury Collision Group has built its reputation on delivering premium collision repair services with a commitment to precision, quality craftsmanship, and customer care that...
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