Good morning, Santa Clarita.

The Santa Clarita Valley Man and Woman of the Year Committee seeks nominations for volunteer awards, with submissions due by Jan.

30. A cocktail party for nominees is set for March 4 at Bella Vida and the gala dinner at 5:30 p.m. on May 1 at Hyatt Valencia.

Food 4 Less at 19200 Soledad Canyon Road will close by the end of March as it transitions to a Ralphs store; employees can transfer to nearby locations with no layoffs announced.

January offers cultural events in Santa Clarita, including a free mindful art session on Jan.

7 at ARTree Community Arts Center, a motorcycle meetup on Jan. 10 at Ken and Joe’s Powersports, and live theater staging South Pacific from Jan. 17 plus improv on Jan. 23 at Canyon Theatre Guild.

Local community centers offer low-cost winter day camps for kids through Jan.

9, with programs tailored for young campers, elementary-age children, and teens. Meanwhile, Animal Tracks Sanctuary in Agua Dulce invites families for weekend guided tours to view rescued wildlife + learn about conservation.

Students pursuing water resource studies can apply now for the 2026-27 ACWA Edward G.

“Jerry” Gladbach Scholarship (a $5,000 award) offered with Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency. Applications will be accepted through March 1.