EventKeeper Archive

Monday August 1, 2011 - Friday August 5, 2011
	8:45 AM - 12:00 PM	Noah's Half Day Camp
		Contact: Ashley Miller 805 969-0373 bob@mcc.org
		Noah's Half Day Camp is August 1-5. Montecito Covenant Church's vacation bible school has been a staple in Santa Barbara for decades It is open to children ages 1st-8th grade. There is music, games, crafts, and so much more. It is the first week in August each morning from from 8:45-12:00. Please call the church office to sign up, or for additional information. Montecito Covenant Church 671 Cold Spring Rd Santa Barbara, CA 93108 805 969-0373
Monday August 1, 2011 - Friday August 5, 2011
	9:00 AM - 11:00 PM	Crazy Chemistry Camp
		Contact: Colleen Ghiglia 805-773-7063 cghiglia@pismobeach.org
		*CRAZY CHEMISTRY CAMP* Shake up a flask of fun in the lab as a junior chemist! These five half-days of chemistry are packed solid with cool reactions. Campers put on some goggles and change liquid to solid and back again. They get to handle laboratory tools, build and break molecules, and pick up some tricks on chemical changes. Join the fun! Ages: 5-9 Days/Dates: Mon-Fri, Aug 1-5 Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Fee: $125/child ($25 materials fee) Location: Pismo Beach Veterans’ Hall, Instructors through MAD Science, San Luis Obispo
		Location: Pismo Beach Veteran’s Hall, 780 Bello Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449
Tuesday August 2, 2011
	6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	SBWN Summer Mixer
		Contact: South Bay Women's Network 805.595.7296 info@SBWN.org
		SBWN’s Summer Mixer is a fundraising event which will include a raffle, featuring products and services provided by various SBWN members, as well as the opportunity to contribute directly to the educational scholarship with individual donations. The evening will also offer various picnic-style foods, a selection of beverages, and treats from Sweet Alexis Bakery.
		Location: 2085 10th Street, Los Osos 93402
	7:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Team In Training Information Session
		Contact: Barbara Saia 805-772-5965 runon4tnt@aol.com
		Please join us for an upcoming Team In Training info session. Teams are now forming for the Honolulu Marathon, Santa Barbara 1/2 Marathon, and the Disney World Marathon & 1/2 Marathon. You can walk or run any of these events. For more information or to RSVP for a meeting contact Barbara Saia at 772-5965. GO TEAM! Sierra Vista Hospital - Auditorium 1010 Murray Ave San Luis Obispo, Ca 93401
		Location: San Luis Obispo
Wednesday August 3, 2011
	12:00 PM	Drumming with Dean Giles
		Contact: Sallie Tonascia 781-5775 stonascia@slolibrary.org
		The rhythms of the world will be brought to life in this cool family show which includes: trying out drums from all over the world: learning about what these drums are used for, and even learning how to make your own drum. Nipomo Library: Wednesday, July 20^th at 11:00 Cayucos Library: Wednesday, August 3^rd at 12:00
		Location: SLO County Public Libraries
	2:00 PM	Animals and Fossils of Pre-Historic San Luis Obispo County
		Contact: Kris 805-237-3870 library@prcity.com
		Pre-Historic Animals of San Luis Obispo County Wednesday, August 3 2:00- Paso Robles City Library 1000 Spring Street (free tickets are required and will be distributed 30 min. before the show) AND 4:00- Library Study Center 3600 Oak St. Suite 101(at the First 5 Education Center) (tickets not required) Visit the Paso Robles Library and travel back in time from the end of the last global ice age to the time of the dinosaurs. Aleksandra Wydzga, Earth Scientist and adjunct faculty member at Cal Poly, will offer an interactive presentation about the pre-historic animals that once walked and swam in your backyard. Enjoy observing and touching real fossils and fossil replicas from her vast collection. These two presentations are a part of the Paso Robles Library Summer Reading program One World, Many Stories and are offered free, thanks to a donation by The Paso Robles Library Foundation and IQMS. Due to limited seating, free tickets are required for the 2:00 performance and will be available beginning 30 minutes before the show in the Children’s Library. Please call the Children’s Desk with questions: 237-3870.
Wednesday August 3, 2011 - Saturday August 6, 2011
	7:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Crazy For You
		Contact: Sandie Mullin 805.688-9533 sandie@artsoutreach.com
		Come see Arts Outreach Summer Youth Community Theater's production of Crazy for You, the new Gershwin musical featuring such favorites as I Got Rhythm, Embraceable You, Slap That Bass." Held at the Santa Ynez Valley High School theater. Call 805.688.9533 for tickets.
		Location: Santa Ynez High School
Wednesday August 3, 2011
	7:30 PM - 9:00 PM	SLO Skiers Monthly Meeting
		Contact: Pete Sarafian 528-3194 psaraf2@charter.net
		SLO Skiers, a non-profit sports and social club, is having their monthly meeting on the first Wednesday of the month, August 3rd, at 7:30 pm. The location is at the Elks' Club Lodge, 222 Elks Lane in San Luis Obispo. SLO Skiers has meetings at least once per month and is open to all adults. Sports activities and social events are held all year long. There is no charge to attend a meeting. Visit our website www.sloskiers.org for more information.
		Location: 222 Elks Lane, SLO
	7:30 PM - 9:30 PM	The Ziegfeld Follies - Arts & Lectures FREE Summer Cinema
		Contact: Arts & Lectures 805-893-3535 aandl-info@sa.ucsb.edu
		Admission: FREE A lavish piece of escapist entertainment, this film was Alice Faye’s last musical and director Busby Berkeley’s first color picture. The large-scale production numbers, some of the most fascinating of Berkeley’s extravagant flights of fancy, include “The Lady with the Tutti-Frutti Hat”, with Carmen Miranda, and “The Polka Dot Polka.” For more information call UCSB Arts & Lectures at 805-893-3535 or on-line at www.artsandlectures.ucsb.eduor Santa Barbara County Arts Commission at 805-568-3990. Films presented by UCSB Arts & Lectures, Santa Barbara County Park Foundation, Santa Barbara County Arts Commission and the Santa Barbara Film Commission Sponsored by the Santa Barbara Independent andKCSB 91.9 FM. Films at UCSB presented with support from the UCSB Summer Cultural and Enrichment Program and the Freshman Summer Start Program. UCSB Arts & Lectures 2011-12 season is sponsored by lynda.com
		Location: University of California, Santa Barbara, Campbell Hall
Thursday August 4, 2011
	1:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2007
		Contact: Greg Perry 805-781-2580 gregperry@kcbx.org
		Class meets on Thursdays August 4th - 25th, 2011 Time: 1PM - 3PM Learn the basic features of the Microsoft Excel 2007 program including entering data, formatting cells, using formulas, adjusting rows and columns, and more! Basic understanding of computer operation is required. Register online at www.kcbx.net or call (805) 781-2580. Price is $45.00.
		Location: 4100 Vachell Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
	6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Caregivers for brain damaged adults
		Contact: Alyce Crawford 534-9234 alycec@coastcrc.org
		CAREGIVERS OF BRAIN-INJURED ADULTS. Meets on first Thursday and is for the caregivers only of an adult family member who has significant cognitive impairment due to stroke, brain injury, or other forms of serious brain damage. Meet in the Arts and Crafts Room. Alyce Crawford. Phone: 534-9234. Villages at the Palms, arts and crafts room 55 N. Broad St. San Luis Obispo 93405.
		Location: 1900 Los Osos Valley Rd.
	7:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Team In Training Information Session
		Contact: Barbara Saia 805-772-5965 runon4tnt@aol.com
		Please join us for an upcoming Team In Training info session. Teams are now forming for the Honolulu Marathon, Santa Barbara 1/2 Marathon, and the Disney World Marathon & 1/2 Marathon. You can walk or run any of these events. For more information or to RSVP for a meeting contact Barbara Saia at 772-5965. GO TEAM! Arroyo Grande Hospital Annex Building 345 S. Halcyon Arroyo Grande Thurs., Aug 4, 7:00 p.m
		Location: 345 S. Halcyon
	7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Forum Lounge: FAST-FORWARD II: A Screening of Contemporary Video Art
		Contact: CAF 805.966.5373 sbcaf@sbcaf.org
		Forum Lounge: FAST-FORWARD II: A Screening of Contemporary Video Art CAF welcomes back art video jockey Annie Wharton, who has compiled a stimulating mix of short videos by artists working in the medium. The videos encompass a wide range of subject matter including hilarious slices of life; corporeal, action-based performances; stop-motion graphics; and computer-generated iconography. The artists for this series Brian Bress, Andy Cahill, Tyler Calkin, Kelly Cline, Phoebe Collings-James, Spencer Douglass and Gustavo Herrera, Zackary Drucker, Aaron GM, Jake Jones, Peter Harkawik, Micol Hebron, Justin H. Long, Clynton Lowry, Josh Mannis, Hazel Hill McCarthy III, Nikhil Murthy, Davida Nemeroff, Clover Oak, Tyler Matthew Oyer, Samuel Partal and Carrie Schrick, Carl Pomposelli, Pascual Sisto, and Mark Verabioff, were selected for their diversity of form and strength of execution. The videos run the gamut for video works being made today. (Note: these works may contain adult subject matter.) Support for Forum Lounge 2011-2012 is generously provided by: the National Endowment for the Arts, Andrea Lang Fund, Daniel Clark, Endevermusic Productions, the Franciscan Inn, KCSB, Santa Barbara Independent, Santa Barbara Winery, and Therese Schweidler. Forum Lounge is presented in association with the Santa Barbara Downtown Organization’s 1st Thursday. ADMISSION IS FREE
		Location: 653 Paseo Nuevo Upper Arts Terrace Santa Barbara CA, 93101
Friday August 5, 2011
	9:00 AM - 6:00 PM	Music Miracles Classes
		Contact: Emily 458-3987 eyurch@yahoo.com
		MUSIC MIRACLES STUDIO KICKS OFF BUSINESS IN DOWNTOWN SANTA BARBARA JULY 25 Dream to Sing Classes, Songwriter Rock Band and Recording Opportunities Do you love to sing? Do you want to learn to write and play music, start gigging, or record your original songs? Then join us for amazing classes this summer! Music Miracles is the birth of a business between a San Luis Obispo music teacher and a Santa Barbara performer to encourage others to discover their musical voice and creative potential through singing, songwriting, artist development and recording. Dream to Sing series go from Monday July 25- Fri. Aug. 5. The studio is located at113 West De La Guerra. The series will include level 1 and 2 vocal classes that will teach fundamental skills of singing and help students gain confidence to bring their voices into the world. There will also be a Songwriting for Recording class, which will provide all the necessary steps to record. Participants will learn about tracks and how to arrange songs so that the artist’s voice is enhanced through technology. There will also be a Songwriter Rock Band and an All Girl's Rock Band where students who already play an instrument will have an opportunity to write, sing, and play in a rock band setting 1-3 songs they will perform and record. Class cost ranges from $200-$250. Sign up by June 25 and receive an early enrollment discount. For more information, call or visitwww.peaceworksworld.org. or call Emily at 458-3987 The seed of this dream sprouted on Valentine’s weekend when Emily Yurcheshen, a singer/songwriter and vocal coach, found herself dancing to Michael Morse's original rock band All Natural Ingredients in Santa Barbara. Emily and Michael discovered they shared a deep passion for music, life, and service and decided that their skills, resources and experience were complementary to partner in a business. A healing journey around the world led Emily to discover the stories and songs in her heart. The odyssey exploded into a thriving Central Coast business, coaching artists of all ages along their musical paths. Emily has a Masters from Lewis and Clark College and has taught workshops on songwriting and creativity locally and internationally along with private guitar, piano and voice lessons. Michael has been a performer in restaurants since age 18, playing original music from Soho toHollywood. Over the last five years, Michael has deepened his relationship with music by created a rehearsal/recording and teaching space near Paseo Nuevo Mall devoted to recording original music. Since partnering with Emily, this space is now opening to the public as Music Miracles. If you’ve ever had a passion to write, play or sing music, join us this July and August for classes and witness the miracles of music manifest in your life.
		Location: 113 W. De La Guerra, Santa Barbara
Friday August 5, 2011 - Sunday August 7, 2011
		44th Annual Gem Show-OMS
		Contact: Wayne Mills 805-481-3495 wwmills50@hotmail.com
		Orcutt Mineral Society is pleased to announce our 44th Annual Gem and Mineral Show to be held August 5-7 at Saint Joseph’s Church, 298 S. Thompson Avenue, Nipomo, CA. Hours are 10-5 daily. The show features many activities to please the whole family, and admission and parking are free! Over 30 member and guest displays will show off the various interests of our members and guests, several demonstrators will instruct in a variety of the lapidary arts, including: sphere and glass bead making, cabochon cutting, silverwork and wire-wrapping. About 64 inside and outside dealers will offer a large variety of materials related to the lapidary arts. Our “Treasure Chest” gives participants the chance to win a variety of lapidary-related prizes, and cash prizes totaling $150--several of the lapidary prizes are valued at over $100. Inside the show building, a well-stocked snack bar will offer sandwiches, drinks, cake and homemade pies, and Saturday night at 6:30 p.m., the Society hosts a fantastic Santa Maria Style Barbecue that has received rave reviews from those who have attended it. A highlight of the barbecue in addition to the succulent top sirloin beef is the fresh roasted and buttered sweet corn. Orcutt Mineral Society (OMS) is a non-profit corporation that uses monies earned at the annual show (from dealer space rental, food service, and Treasure Chest activities) to benefit the community. Our public service activities include bi-monthly highway clean-up, donations to Santa Barbara County Health Services for abused children, a canned-food drive for the area’s homeless, educational talks in local public schools, and annual scholarships for Alan Hancock and Cuesta Colleges. OMS’s annual show is well respected among the 161 clubs that comprise the California Federation of Mineral Societies. If you have never been to a gem and mineral show, this is a great place to start. If you have been, it is still a great place to visit. The show is easily accessible via Thompson Avenue off the 101 Freeway, either from San Luis Obispo to the north, or Santa Maria to the south. Admission is FREE! For further information, call 805-481-3495 or 805-929-3788.
		Location: St. Joseph's Church
Friday August 5, 2011
	12:00 PM - 1:00 PM	BROWN BAG DIALOGUE: MANAGING EMAIL OVERLOAD
		Contact: Denise Rosburg 805-595-1357 denise@mcscorp.org
		Presenter: Erin Hoffman, Productivity Specialist and Founder of Optimum Productivity Is your Inbox a storage unit for all your work correspondence? Did you know that we waste an incredible amount of time on inefficient email strategies? Want to learn how to increase your productivity, and the productivity of each of your employees, by up to a 25%? Join us for an interactive discussion that will change the way you look at email. Learn how to implement a few simple changes that has saved her clients up to an hour each day dealing with email. We will discuss how to clear your inbox, quickly store and retrieve important information and time saving systems for reading and responding to email. This is a FREE event and everyone is welcome! Simply RSVP and bring your lunch!
		Location: 71 Zaca Lane, Suite 130, SLO
		Trolley to the Avila Beach Fish 'N Farmers Market
		Contact: Aimee Wyatt, RTA 805-788-2706 awyatt@slorta.org
		Get ready for free trolley rides that will be waiting to take you to the Avila Fish and Farmer’s Market in scenic Avila Beach. The new spring and summer service kicks off with the first market of the season this Friday, April 1st, 2011 and will augment the current Saturday and Sunday schedule. Riders can board the Avila Trolley from 3:40 p.m. to 8:05 p.m. throughout the community. Passengers that ride to the convenient Ocean Park Trolley stop, half a block from the market area, will receive a market buck good for $1 off food or produce. The trolley, has numerous stops, including the convenient park & ride lots at the Bob Jones Bike Path and the PG&E Community Center, Avila Hot Springs and the KOA campground, the Avila Barn, San Luis Bay Estates and Port San Luis. See www.slorta.org/avila for a full schedule and list of pickup and drop-off locations.
		Location: Avila Beach, CA
	6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	The Swingin' Doors @ Avila Bay Club
		Contact: Ted Waterhouse 805 783-2681 edcat@aol.com
		Friday August 5th, The Swingin' Doors led by singer-songwriter-guitarists Ynana Rose and Ted Waterhouse will be stepping out once again to cook up some honky tonk and western swing fun with Allan Dick on fiddle, Bob Hamilton on pedal steel, Fred Murray on upright bass and Dean Giles on traps at the Avila Bay Club's Friday Night Happy Hour Summer Concert Series 6-8pm - food, wine and dancing in a lovely outdoor setting. No cover charge. 6699 Bay Laurel Place Avila Beach, California 93424. 805-595-7600.
		Location: Avila Beach
	6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Art After Dark
		Contact: Peter Steynberg 805-547-0278 sgallery@charter.net
		Art After Dark Steynberg Gallery presents a large exhibition of tribal masks, sculptures and fetish figures from Africa and South America. Opening Friday, 5th August 2011, 6 -9pm Showing : 5th August through 25th September 2011
	6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Art After Dark Artist Reception with Laurel Sherrie
		Contact: The Land Conservancy of SLO County 544-9096 LC@LCSLO.org
		The Land Conservancy of San Luis Obispo County Art After Dark Artist's Reception hosted by Laurel Sherrie. The“Love the Land” exhibition features original oil paintings of local landscapes. A portion of proceeds benefits The Land Conservancy. The Land Conservancy’s historic office, 547 Marsh St., SLO. For more info contact 544-9096 or www.LCSLO.org
		Location: San Luis Obispo
Saturday August 6, 2011
	11:00 AM - 1:00 PM	Family Wildlife Excursion at the Exploration Station
		Contact: Tosha Punches 805-473-1421 youth@explorationstation.org
		Join us, August 6th, 2011 at 11:00am, or the third of four Wildflower and tracks exploration of our local dunes. Begin your journey here at the Exploration Station in Grover Beach , where Evan Albright, a professional naturalist, will guide you on a discovery and exploration of your natural world. Evan will also present native outdoor living skills and Primitive technologies. Learn how to make fire by rubbing two sticks together! After this introduction, join Evan for an outdoor excursion of pure wildlife discovery. Your children will be entranced by all of the flora and fauna, and you will be amazed by the information presented. This is the time of year when our wildflowers are blooming and an outdoor adventure is the perfect way to spend a Saturday. Your journey will begin at the Exploration Station at 11am. The cost is $20 per family of two adults and two children. Each additional adult is $5 and each additional child is $3. Call 473-1421 or ail youth@explorationstation to register for this event. Appropriate for ages 4 and up, Call ahead to register as we can only accept the first six registrations, Excursion begins at the Exploration Station. Evan Albright began working with kids back in 1999 through Americorps Environmental Stewards program. He studied under Tom Brown, Jr., a renowned author, tracker, and Naturallist. He also worked and studied with naturalist Jon Young who teaches a unique educational model based on techniques used for generations by Aboriginal tribes. Alongside Dave Wilson, he organized the Central Coast Village Center, a local non-profit dedicated to teaching and connecting both youth and adults with community and wilderness. Evan's overall goal is to reconnect our community with the wilderness in our country, foster stewardship of the land, and preserve the ancient skills that our ancestors depended on for survival.
		Location: United States
	1:00 PM - 9:00 PM	San Luis Obispo Obon Festival
		Contact: H. Tetsuo Uyeda 805-234-1542 htuyeda@yahoo.com
		A celebration in memory of legendary Japanese ancestors. Festive music & dancing along with a variety of traditional Japanese and American cuisines. Demonstrations of facets of Japanese culture. Vendors, food, crafts, bonsai, martial art demonstrations and taiko drumming. When: August 6th, 1:00 - 9:00 pm Where: SLO Vets Hall, Grand Ave. & Monterey Sts. Admission: Free
		Location: 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, California 93407
	6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	First Saturday: Wine & The Arts
		Contact: Sasha Irving 805.238.9800 sasha@studiosonthepark.org
		Studios on the Park celebrates First Saturdays: Wine & the Arts, a new downtown Paso Robles tradition of art, wine, and live music-filled evenings at the start of every month! This is the opening reception for Portraits Of Nature, a collection of exquisitely detailed tempera batik painting on paper by artist Julie Dunn. Vista Del Rey vineyards will pour their outstanding wines and Tim Pacheco will play acoustic guitar. We look forward to seeing you for a wonderful evening of wine, art, and music! Studios on the Park, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit open studios art center, is located at 1130 Pine Street in the heart of historic downtown Paso Robles. For more information, go to www.StudiosOnThePark.org
		Location: Studios on the Park
	7:00 PM - 11:00 PM	The Big Laugh Comedy Event Stand-Up to Cancer
		Contact: Lizette Mizelle 805.712.0400 lizette@thebiglaugh.net
		The BIG Laugh Summer Comedy Event presents a night of hilarious and inspirational comedy. Cancer is no laughing matter, but for TV Host and Comedienne Suzanne Whang her humor is one of the ways she is journeying back to health. Also appearing with Suzanne, comedian Steve Mazan from the award winning documentary Dying To Do Letterman, Larry Bubbles Brown as seen in the movie, Kiterunner, and Jill Turnbow from Lifetime and Comedy Central. This night hosted by Lizette Mizelle. Music by The Belmores. Beer, wine, appetizers available for purchase. Doors open at 7pm.
		Location: Atascadero Lake Pavilion
Sunday August 7, 2011
	7:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Central Coast Cancer Challenge
		Contact: Heather Hellman 805-215-8545 No1spud@gmail.com
		The second annual Central Coast Cancer Challenge is a multi-sport event, Wellness Expo and Concert that raises funds to support local cancer patients, survivors and their families. Participants can register for a 5K or 10K Trail Run/Walk, Children's 1-Mile Fun Run, 50K or 100K cycling or 22K Family Fun Ride and proceeds will benefit local charities Jack's Helping Hand and Cancer WellFit. It is a family friendly, fun day for a great cause. This year's concert features The JD Project and it is free and open to the public. The Wellness Expo will feature wellness seminars, cooking demonstrations and yoga. Register for the event at the Cancer Challenge website.
		Location: Laguna Lake Park
	9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Morro Bay-Summer Street Fair
		Contact: Lily Aanerud 877-478-9477 wlilymarie@sbcglobal.net
		The Morro Bay merchants's Association is holding their Annual Summer Streeet Fair on Sunday, August 7,2011 starting from 9am to 5pm in beautiful "Old Town Morro Bay".Come and experience a family fun event with Arts and Crafts, Food, Face Painting, Petting Zoo and Pony Rides. Plus many great vendors that have something for everyone.With entertainment by Patty Harsch-Belly Dancers, Academy of Dance-jazz Dancers and Showcasing Local Bands. Entertainment starts at 11am and goes to 4 pm-come earily and do some summer shoping. If you would kike more information or a booth space please call the Fair Coordinator: Lily Aanerud@ 877-478-9477 or contact us at: www.morro-bay.net/mbma for a online application.
		Location: 259 Morro Bay Blvd
	1:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Lazy Locals Free Outdoor Concert: Brian Black Duo
		Contact: Teresa Hoffert 805.238.0725 events@castorocellars.com
		Join us for a fantastic Sunday afternoon concert! Brian Black has established himself locally as an accomplished musician, combining expressive vocal leads with sophisticated finger-picking and slide leads on both acoustic and chrome-plated resophonic guitars. Bring a picnic, kick back in the shade and enjoy infectious blues and rock favorites. This duo's original style and solid professional performance are sure to please. Chairs and blankets encouraged. It's FREE - see you there!
		Location: 1315 North Bethel Road
	1:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Philip Gibbs featured at Sculpterra
		Contact: Steve Key 805-204-6821 bonnien27@gmail.com
		Philip Gibbs featured at Sculpterra Sculpterra Winery 5015 Linne Road, Paso, Robles, CA, (805) 226-8881 1:00 – 4:00 pm Free! San Francisco Chronicle calls Philip Gibbs “an inspiring troubadour, with a trove full of songs…” The Austin TX native is now touring with his fourth studio release, "The Petroleum Age". Gibbs has been performing original and other music across the U.S. for 15 years -- he played a guest set last year on a Songwriters At Play showcase, and now we present him in the featured spotlight. http://www.reverbnation.com/philipgibbs Songwriters At Play holds showcases every Sunday afternoon, 1:00 – 4:00 pm at Sculpterra Winery, 5015 Linne Road, Paso Robles, 805-226-8881. The showcase includes one featured act and others playing 4-song sets. We pass the tip jar during the featured set, otherwise no cover. All ages are welcome -- great place for a family picnic! For directions go to http://www.sculpterra.com/location.html Philip will also be featured at Kreuzberg in SLO on Aug 9 (6:30-9:30 pm), and at The Porch in Santa Margarita on Aug 11 (6:30-9:30 pm). For info on these shows and other Songwriters At Play! events, go to:
		Location: Paso Robles
	3:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Jazz with Inga Swearingen & Friends
		Contact: Carol Marble 805-534-1514 marbles2@mac.com
		St. Benedict’s Church presents “Jazz with Inga Swearingen and Friends” on Sunday, August 7, from 3:00 to 5:30 p.m. $25 admission includes food, wine and soft drinks. Tickets on sale at the door or at Boo Boo Records in San Luis. Ticket and concert information: 471-6759. St. Benedict’s is located at Los Osos Valley and Clark Valley Roads in Los Osos.
		Location: Los Osos
	4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Mystery Trees Concert at the Garden
		Contact: Pandora Nash-Karner 805-528-7014 Pandora@PandoraAndCompany.com
		Sunday, August 7, 4 PM concert, 3 PM docent-led Garden tour San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden The Garden is located in El Chorro Regional Park, off Highway 1, across from Cuesta College. SLO County Parks charges a $3.00 vehicle fee on weekends. The Mystery Trees are a rocking contemporary band, serving up their own gritty brand of deeply rooted American music. They describe themselves as a roots rock and roll band. They call their music "hillbilly blues power". What do these phrases mean? It’s the music of America. It’s where black and white traditions collide, and that is the definition of rock and roll. The Mystery Trees play a range of sounds that encompass the blues, country, rockabilly and Appalachian music in one big ball because all those styles are parts of the same spectrum of America's most earthy musical culture. They become a unified genre with The Mystery Trees. These musicians grew up playing all this music without discriminating one from the other. Progenitors of the emerging "Morro Bay Sound", the lineup includes Dorian Michael and Kenny Blackwell on guitars, Paul Olguin on bass and Bill Severance on drums. Each brings a lifetime of musical know-how to the ensemble. The Trees are fun. They are gritty. They strive for fine musicianship while never losing sight of the reason for having a band: to rock and roll. Cost: $15 members; $20 non-members. No host bar. Reserve early, seating is very limited. Purchase tickets on-line at www.slobg.org or by calling 805/541-1400 x 301.
		Location: Highway I at El Chorro Regional Park
	4:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Hot Dogust Night
		Contact: Dianne Raynor 805-934-9790 DMRassociations@earthlink.net
		The Santa Barbara County Animal Care Foundation is hosting their Fundraiser Benefit Dinner on August 7th! Shorty Rossi and Hercules from the Animal Planet's, The Pit Boss, will be our special guest and key note speaker! The cost: $50 per person or a table for 10 at $500. The table of 10 guarantees your group will sit together! All proceeds go towards caring for the medical care needs of our County's shelter animals and any special projects that our County Shelters may need that cannot be provided by use of county funds. Doors open at 4:00 pm to begin the Silent Auction. If you would like to offer items for the silent auction, want further information, or tickets please call the SBCACF at 805-260-2386
		Location: Elks Lodge #1538, 1309 N. Bradley, Santa Maria, CA
	6:30 PM - 10:00 PM	Big Variety Night
		Contact: Ted Waterhouse 805 783-2681 edcat@aol.com
		Well folks, it's time once again for another Summer edition of Big Variety Night this Sunday evening, August 7th at San Luis Obispo's lovely Linnaea's Cafe, 1110 Gardan St. Hosted for the last 20 tears or so by Ted Waterhouse, BVN brings together some of the Central Coasts best musical performers in a night of short performances that always delivers big fun and big variety. Never a cover charge (donations accepted). Come by for some great tunes and that great Linnaea's atmosphere. Show strats at 6:30 on the dot. Featured this month will be: Pete Yelda (who so kindly agreed to go first because he's a real pal) "Werde Beat-Hauwins" (Sidney Young and Christine Wollett) Randall Lamb Dave Lynch (in his "Farewell to the Northern Hemisphere" BVN appearance) Wildwood Bob & Wendy Ray Duncan Charles Duncan Erin Inglish Jody Mulgrew and The Swingin' Doors (Ynana Rose and Ted Waterhouse)
	7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Transformational Healing Music Concert
		Contact: Rev Theresa Desmond (805) 610-4005 cometoyourcenter@yahoo.com
		Transformational healing music concert, Celtic Songs, and Sacred chants from around the world with Mt. Shasta's Anton Mizerak and Laura Berryhill. 7pm Sunday August 7, 2011 at the Pewter Plough Playhouse 824 Main St, Cambria. Admission by donation. Music with Anton and Laura will transport you to your own inner well being; experience an evening of nurturing and healing. Proceeds will go to support the Gold Coast Center for Spiritual Living, which meets Sundays 10am at the same location. For more information Call Rev Theresa(805) 927-2607
		Location: Cambria
Monday August 8, 2011 - Friday August 12, 2011
		Crazy Chemworks Camp at the Exploration Station
		Contact: Tosha Punches 805-473-1421 youth@explorationstation.org
		Crazy Chemworks Lab Summer Camp This is your last chance to sign up for an awesome summer camp before school starts!! Summer Camp presented by Mad Science at the Exploration Station August 8-12th, 9am-12pm. Kids will learn all about chemical reactions and states of matter in this wacky and fun camp. In our Lab Works class, we'll suit up and practice measurements and transfer of materials. Find out what makes super sticky stuff so sticky!! Students will learn all about luminescence, bioluminescence and chemiluminescence in our Glow Show demonstration. We'll explore fun facts about acids, bases, polymers and dry ice sublimation. Sign up and join us in the lab!! Cost $150 per child for the week, ages 5-10 Sign up early, 473-1421 or youth@explorationstation.org
		Location: United States
Monday August 8, 2011 - Friday August 12, 2011
	9:00 AM - 3:00 PM	Camp Hope
		Contact: Linda Greco 260-2386 fyrefly9785@msn.com
		Does your child/grandchild love animals? Check out Campe HOPE, a summer day camp for youth 9-12, sponsored by the Santa Barbara County Animal Care Foundation & held at the Santa Maria Animal Center. The camp is all about learning, fun & animals. Camp sessions are held June 20-24, July 18-22 and August 8-12. Cost is $165 and pre-registration is required, limited financial aid is available. For more information visit www.sbcanimalcare.org <http://www.sbcanimalcare.org/> or call 260-2386.
		Location: Santa Maria Animal Care Center
Monday August 8, 2011 - Friday August 12, 2011
	1:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Yoga Camp for Teens
		Contact: Colleen Ghiglia 805-773-7063 cghiglia@pismobeach.org
		NEW! YOGA CAMP FOR TEENS Yoga is much more than a flexible body. True yoga begins with learning to focus the mind, be true to one-self, and how to conduct oneself in a positive way. Students will learn fun yoga postures, the importance and benefits of breathing, and how to meditate to improve awareness and concentration. The first part of class will be a yoga practice followed by a snack break and discussion of philosophy. The philosophy discussion will teach students techniques to improve conscious decision making, positive behavior, and effective choices. Give your child the opportunity this Summer Break to establish and build a yoga practice! Please bring your own yoga mat. Ages: 12+ Days/Dates: Session 1: Mon.-Fri., July 18-22 Session 2: Mon.-Fri., Aug. 8-12 Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Fee: $50/session Location: Shell Beach Veterans’ Hall Instructors: Mary Sage Sennewald and Robin Rigoni
		Location: Shell Beach Veterans Hall
Monday August 8, 2011
	7:00 PM	A Tribute to John Prine
		Contact: Steve Key 805-204-6821 bonnien27@gmail.com
		A Tribute to John Prine The SPOT 116 W. Branch St., Arroyo Grande, CA, 805-474-5711 Price: $10 Show starts at 7pm Songwriters At Play will pay tribute to the music of John Prine, with a special concert Monday, Aug. 8. Show begins at 7pm at The Spot, 116 W. Branch St., in the Village of Arroyo Grande. General admission at the door is $10. For info: 805-474-5711, http://www.thespotag.com Seven local musicians will take on more than 20 Prine classics, such as "Hello In There", "Paradise", "In Spite of Ourselves", "Dear Abby", "Grandpa Was a Carpenter" and "Your Flag Decal Won't Get You Into Heaven Anymore." The lineup includes Ted Waterhouse of the BlueSouls, Shannon Savage of That Evening Sun, Spanky Baldwin of Three-Legged Dawg, Morgan Enos, Caitlyn Vassaur and Steve Key. The Spot is a new performance space, located next to Doc Burnstein’s Ice Cream. Songwriters At Play! currently produces weekly songwriters showcases in San Luis Obispo, Santa Margarita, and Paso Robles. For more info go to:
		Location: Arroyo Grande, CA
Tuesday August 9, 2011
	9:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Kidz Engineering -Village Collection with Lego
		Contact: Colleen Ghiglia 805-773-7063 cghiglia@pismobeach.org
		*Village Collections with Lego* The kids will study the fundamentals of Architecture and build their own houses using the concepts learned, and embellish their designs through their own creative minds. Watch your child reveal their free form designing abilities that adults could never ever imagine! Age: 5 to 7 years old Days/Dates: Tuesday, Aug. 9 Time: 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM Instructor: Irene Rinta Fee: $30.00 Location: Pismo Beach Veterans’ Hall, Classroom KIDZ ENGINEERING Engage your child in a play environment and make their time go by like a rocket ship…learning and applying basic skills in math, geometry, planning, team work, independent thinking, creativity and many more. Learn the basic concepts of Engineering, Architecture, City Planning, and Infrastructure....using LEGO®!
		Location: Pismo Beach Veteran’s Hall, 780 Bello Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449
Tuesday August 9, 2011 - Friday August 12, 2011
	10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	KIDS 'N CLAY
		Contact: COLLEEN GHIGLIA 805-773-7063 CGHIGLIA@PISMOBEACH.ORG
		*NEW!* KIDS ‘N CLAY Introduce your child to the wonderful world of clay! Your creative kid will be guided through a variety of hand-built projects, including slab, pinch and coil techniques. Students will create an array of fabulous and fun clay artworks. Ages: 7-11 Days/Dates: Tues.-Fri., Aug. 9-12 Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Fee: $85/session Location: Shell Beach Veterans’ Hall Instructor: Susan Roussel
		Location: Shell Beach Veterans Hall
Tuesday August 9, 2011
	11:00 AM - 9:30 PM	Doc Burnstein's 6th Annual Scholarship Day
		Contact: Aimee Bowdey 8054416749 abowdey@gmail.com
		Doc Burnstein's Ice Cream Lab will be hosting it's 6th annual scholarship day on Tuesday, August 9th. All sales from the day go to this year's three elligible college-bound employees. There will also be a raffle that day that you can purchase tickets up to three weeks in advance for in the Parlor. So treat yourself on Tuesday, August 9th and help support our hard-working students!
		Location: 114 West Branch Street, Arroyo Grande, CA
	1:00 PM - 2:30 PM	Mole Camera
		Contact: Fred Seaver 805-238-0981 fseaver@live.com
		George Kasper will speak on "All about the Mole camera."
		Location: Paso Robles Senior Cntr
	1:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Kidz Engineering-Architecture and City Planning with Lego
		Contact: Colleen Ghiglia 805-773-7063 cghiglia@pismobeach.org
		*KIDZ ENGINEERING* Engage your child in a play environment and make their time go by like a rocket ship…learning and applying basic skills in math, geometry, planning, team work, independent thinking, creativity and many more. Learn the basic concepts of Engineering, Architecture, City Planning, and Infrastructure....using LEGO®! *Architecture and City Planning with Lego* The kids will study the fundamentals of Architecture and build their own houses using the concepts learned, and embellish their designs through their own creative minds. After building structures, they will build their own city and have a blast flying and maneuvering around their self designed metropolis. Zoning Ordinance and City Rules will be discussed, giving them ideas on how to become contributors to the city they live in. Age: 7 to 12 years old Days/Dates: Tuesday, Aug. 9 Time: 1:30 to 5:00 pm Instructor: Irene Rinta Fee: $45.00 Location: Pismo Beach Veterans’ Hall, Classroom
		Location: Pismo Beach Veteran’s Hall, 780 Bello Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449
	6:30 PM - 9:30 PM	First show in Kreuzberg's New Location!
		Contact: Steve Key 805-204-6821 bonnien27@gmail.com
		First show in Kreuzberg's New Location! ~ Philip Gibbs featured ~ *Kreuzberg CA 685 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 805-439-2060 6:30 – 9:30 pm Free! The rumors are true. Kreuzberg, CA is moving to a new location, and taking Songwriters At Play along for the adventure. Starting August 9, you can find our showcase at 685 Higuera Street, the former home of Golden China restaurant. It's bigger and better -- with beer and wine added to the menu, plus expanded food options. And TWO bathrooms!! Our first showcase in the new location features Philip Gibbs** “an inspiring troubadour, with a trove full of songs…” (San Francisco Chronicle). The Austin TX native is now touring with his fourth studio release, "The Petroleum Age". Gibbs has been performing original and other music across the U.S. for 15 years -- he played a guest set last year on a Songwriters At Play showcase, and now we present him in the featured spotlight. http://www.reverbnation.com/philipgibbs Songwriters At Play showcases are held every Tuesday, 6:30-9:30pm at Kreuzberg, 685 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo. 805.439.2060. The showcase includes one featured act and 5-6 others playing 4-song sets. There is no cover charge. All ages are welcome. The food & beverage menu is posted here: http://kreuzbergcalifornia.com/menu/ Philip Gibbs will also be featured at Sculpterra Winery in Paso Robles on Aug 7 (1-4pm), and at The Porch in Santa Margarita on Aug 11 (6:30-9:30pm). For more info on this event or other Songwriters At Play! showcases, go to:
		Location: San Luis Obispo
	7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	PRAA Photo Guild - Demonstration - Using Layers
		Contact: Melinda PRAAPhoto@gmail.com
		The PRAA Photo Guild will be hosting Dean Sullivan of Sullivan Studios who will be demonstrating the use of layers in the processing of photographs. Join us Tuesday August 9th from 7 to 9pm at Studio's-on-the-Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles (enter through yellow back door on Railroad St). PRAA members free, Non-Members $5.00 donation. For further information contact us at PRAAPhoto@gmail.com.
		Location: 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles
Wednesday August 10, 2011 - Friday August 12, 2011
	9:00 AM - 1:00 PM	YOUTH VOLLEYBALL BEACH CAMPS
		Contact: Colleen Ghiglia 805-773-7063 cghiglia@pismobeach.org
		*YOUTH VOLLEYBALL BEACH CAMPS* Back by popular demand! Sign up now for any one of our volleyball beach camps. We are offering several sessions to help meet your busy scheduling needs throughout the summer. These camps focus on teaching participants the fundamental skills and strategies of beach volleyball. Ages: 7-11 (Basic for all 3 sessions) Days/Dates: Wed.-Fri., Aug. 10-12 Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Ages: 12-17 (Advanced except 1st session) Days/Dates: Wed.-Fri., Aug. 10-12 Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Fee: $60/per person Location: Wadsworth courts
		Location: Pismo Beach
Wednesday August 10, 2011
	11:00 AM - 10:00 PM	Hollister Brew Company Benefit Day for K-9 PALS
		Contact: rosalie 968-2112 rosalie@custom-env.com
		Locally-owned Hollister Brew Company, in the Camino Real Marketplace in Goleta, is having a Benefit Days for K-9 PALS to help care for the homeless and abandoned dogs at the Santa Barbara County Animal Shelter on Wednesday, August 10, 2011. Visit Hollister Brew Company anytime during the event and enjoy their famous quality food, full bar, and good prices. Present the promotional flyer—available on the K-9 PALS website (www.K-9PALS.org) when you pay your bill. Hollister Brew Company will donate 20% of your bill (before tax/tip) to K-9 PALS to raise money for veterinary care and assistance for the homeless dogs at the Santa Barbara County Animal Shelter. Remember to tell all your friends, family, and other dog welfare supporters. Hollister Brew Company 6980 Hollister Avenue Goleta, CA 11:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
	2:00 PM	Cal Poly Arab Music Ensemble
		Contact: Kris 805-237-3870 library@prcity.com
		Cal Poly Arab Music Ensemble Wednesday, August 10 2:00- Paso Robles City Library 1000 Spring Street (free tickets are required and will be distributed 30 min. before the show) AND 4:00- Library Study Center 3600 Oak St. Suite 101(at the First 5 Education Center) (tickets not required) Enjoy beautiful vocal and instrumental music and learn about the art and culture of a wide range of Arabic-speaking societies. Performers from the Cal Poly Arab Music Ensemble will present an interactive program, introducing children to unique instruments and sounds. These two presentations are a part of the Paso Robles Library Summer Reading program One World, Many Stories and are offered free, thanks to a donation by The Paso Robles Library Foundation and IQMS. Due to limited seating, free tickets are required for the 2:00 performance and will be available beginning 30 minutes before the show in the Children’s Library. Please call the Children’s Desk with questions: 237-3870.
	5:30 PM - 7:00 PM	Sydney Creek's 11th Anniversary Celebration
		Contact: Jenny Molinar 805.543.2350 jenny@villagesofslo.com
		The Village at Sydney Creek celebrates 11 years as one of the state’s most outstanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Communities. The evening will include entertainment by local illusionist Rich Ferguson, outdoor musical entertainment by Three Martini Lunch, wine tasting, and tasty hors d’oeuvres and desserts. Attendees will also have the opportunity to be entered into a free drawing for fabulous door prizes such as a vacation package for two. Tickets to the event are $5, and all proceeds will benefit the Central Coast Alzheimer’s Association. Tickets can be purchased at the door or at the following locations: Central Coast Alzheimer’s Association – 3480 S. Higuera St., #120, SLO The Villages of San Luis Obispo Campus – 55 Broad St., SLO “We are so looking forward to this annual event,” said Martin Herter, The Villages of San Luis Obispo CEO. “It gives us a chance to showcase our unique community and have a great evening at the same time!” For additional information, please contact Sydney Creek at 805.543.2350.
		Location: Sydney Creek - 1234 Laurel Lane, San Luis Obispo
	6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Social Media Workshop Series
		Contact: Denise Rosburg 805-595-1357 denise@mcscorp.org
		Starting Wednesday, August 10, the MCSC Women’s Business Center will launch a four-part Social Media Workshop Series under the direction of Elizabeth Ruiz, founder of Direct Marketing Rx. The class will be run four consecutive Wednesday evenings beginning at 6:00 pm. This unique series will be limited in class size that will allow for a very intimate setting for the student to learn about Facebook, Twitter, and Linked-In social media sites. The concluding class will focus on ‘Tools to Manage Social Media’. Classes will meet at the Women’s Business Center, 71 Zaca Lane, suite 130 in San Luis Obispo. The fee for an individual class is $59. The series of four classes can be bundled for $200. Space is limited to six for each class
		Location: 71 Zaca Lane, Suite 130, SLO
	6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Book/CD Signing Party for Cravings, Ravings & Misbehavings
		Contact: Sharine Borslien 805-460-0276 sharine777@charter.net
		Central Coast Author To Read Comical Nonfiction Book And Perform Music At Paso Wine Centre On August 10, 2011 From 6-9pm Paso Wine Centre will host another book/CD signing party for “Cravings, Ravings & Misbehavings: Tales of how one good girl can do a whole lotta bad things and still turn out okay” by resident Atascadero author and musician, Sharine Borslien. Cleverly serving up humorous personal anecdotes couched in a music-themed tome, Borslien also highlights recipes for all appetites and suggests central coast wine favorites, completing the package with her original pop-rock songs to complement certain tales. In light of successful revelatory books such as “Eat Pray Love” by Elizabeth Gilbert, “Cravings, Ravings & Misbehavings” features a suite of soul-searching escapades for readers who may not be wealthy enough to travel to Italy! Borslien introduces us to her home and family, friends and foes as she discloses details about her deep desires – and the lengths to which she will go in satisfying them. “Pssst! Hey, media people!” whispers her antagonistic Inner Archivist. “Sharine is a boy-crazy, over-zealous fake vegetarian who handily forgets the dirty details of her life… but I’ve got ‘the bads’ on this former ‘good girl,’ right here in my basement archival crypt!” (He giggles with characteristic glee whenever exposing her quirks). The paperback edition to be featured at the party will include the music CD for $24.99. CreateSpace is distributing the print-on-demand paperback only for $15.99. Amazon carries the Kindle edition and SmashWords hosts e-books, each for $9.99. The 17-song collection is available in MP3 download for an additional $7.99 from Amazon or PayLoadz. (Prices not including applicable tax and shipping/handling.) The party at Paso Wine Centre will present readings by the author followed by music performance with guitarist and producer, Ron Hagadone. The event will include a raffle for prizes, small bites, and limited wine samples poured by winemakers from Pear Valley, Laraneta, and Frolicking Frog vineyards. Potential attendees are encouraged to visit the official website at: www.CravingsRavingsMisbehavings.com The event will take place on Wednesday, August 10, 2011 from 6-9pm for attendees 21 years of age and over, with no admission fee or required purchase. Paso Wine Centre is located at 1240 Park Street in Paso Robles, California, and offers 48 wines priced per ounce or by the bottle. Contact Sharine Borslien at 805-460-0276 or email producers@blipswerx.com. Paso Wine Centre: contact Kevin or Annalisa at 805-239-9156.
		Location: Paso Wine Centre
	6:30 PM	CASA Volunteers Needed
		Contact: CASA of San Luis Obispo County 805-541-6542 staff@slocasa.org
		Attend an information session about becoming an advocate for an abused or neglected child. Bilingual and male volunteers are encouraged to attend. Or join the CASA Guild, a group dedicated to supporting CASA through awareness, community involvement and fundraising. Attend one of our many information sessions to learn more about CASA. Call or email with any questions. An information session will be held in San Luis Obispo on August 10th.
		Location: Starbucks, 3971 S. Higuera, San Luis Obispo, 93401
Thursday August 11, 2011
	6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Money For Energy - SLO Green Build - Learn Build Save Lecture
		Contact: Michael Mottmann 510 847 5250 mottmann@gmail.com
		Join us this month as we cover the financing programs available for green improvements, and what to be aware of when considering a green upgrade project. Topics covered will include the incentives available from Energy Upgrade California and the California Association of Realtors, the green data available in the Multiple Listing Service, and the ongoing efforts of a new Green Building Ordinance for SLO County. Speakers include Donna Wood, the incoming president of the SLO Association of Realtors, Jennifer Rupnow of Ecology Action, Troy Spindler of Green House, Kevin Haubner of imortgage.com, and Andy Pease of InBalance Green Consulting. The presentation will be full of valuable information for homeowners, homebuyers, contractors interested in green retrofits, realtors interested in developing the green market, and anyone interested in our energy future. Doors open at 5pm. Socializing and appetizers from 5pm to 6pm. $5 suggested donation Located at the SLO City/County Library Community Room (995 Palm Street at the corner of Osos in San Luis Obispo)
		Location: SLO Library Community Room
	6:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Philip Gibbs Featured at The Porch
		Contact: Steve Key 805-204-6821 bonnien27@gmail.com
		Philip Gibbs Featured at The Porch ~ The Porch ~ 22322 El Camino Real, Santa Margarita, CA, 805-438-3376 6:30 – 9:30 pm Free! San Francisco Chronicle calls Philip Gibbs “an inspiring troubadour, with a trove full of songs…” The Austin TX native is now touring with his fourth studio release, "The Petroleum Age". Gibbs has been performing original and other music across the U.S. for 15 years -- he played a guest set last year on a Songwriters At Play showcase, and now we present him in the featured spotlight. http://www.reverbnation.com/philipgibbs Songwriters At Play holds showcases are held every Thursday night, 6:30-9:30 at The Porch, 22322 El Camino Real, Santa Margarita, 805-438-3376. The showcase includes one featured act and others playing 4-song sets. We pass the tip jar during the featured set, otherwise no cover. All ages are welcome. Have a pizza! Philip will also be featured at Sculpterra Winery in Paso Robles on August (7-4 pm), and Kreuzberg in SLO on August 9 (6:30-9:30 pm). For more info on this event or other Songwriters At Play! showcases, go to:
		Location: Santa Margarita
	7:00 PM	The Cab at Downtown Brewing Company
		Contact: Derek Peterson 3102093107 Derek.Peterson@azoffmusic.com
		The Cab is touring with All Time Low late summer/early fall New Album “Symphony Soldier” is due out on August 23^rd 2011 You can hear the new single here (www.facebook.com/thecab). Please reach out to Derek.Peterson@azoffmusic.com for band scheduling.
		Location: Downtown Brewing Company
Friday August 12, 2011
	1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Discovering Your Past
		Contact: Sherry Golightly (805) 286-4242 sherrygoz@gmail.com
		Have you ever been even slightly curious about your ancestors? Well, the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) are here to help! Beginning on May 13, 2011, the DAR will begin hosting a new mini-series on Basic Genealogy at the Carnegie Historic Library. At these fun and informative sessions, you will learn how to discover your past. You will learn everything from the first steps to take, to exploring the census, land records, wills and church records among the various other types of records that are available. If you like puzzles or mystery’s genealogy is perfect for you! The mini-series is presented by the El Paso de Robles Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and beginning May 13, 2011 at 1:00 p.m., will be held the second Friday of each month, through the month of August. The dates for the sessions and speakers are as follows: May 13, 2011, speaker, Bonnie Simpson Valko; June 10, 2011, speaker, Mary Green; July 8, 2011, speaker, Ann Picker, and the fourth and final session will be on August 12, 2011 and will be conducted by Denise Mortoff. Mark your calendars and join the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Paso Robles Historical Society in finding and following the footsteps, trials and triumphs of everyday-amazing Americans, your ancestors, on their journey to settle and shape a whole new world.
		Location: 800 12th St., Paso Robles
		Trolley to the Avila Beach Fish 'N Farmers Market
		Contact: Aimee Wyatt, RTA 805-788-2706 awyatt@slorta.org
		Get ready for free trolley rides that will be waiting to take you to the Avila Fish and Farmer’s Market in scenic Avila Beach. The new spring and summer service kicks off with the first market of the season this Friday, April 1st, 2011 and will augment the current Saturday and Sunday schedule. Riders can board the Avila Trolley from 3:40 p.m. to 8:05 p.m. throughout the community. Passengers that ride to the convenient Ocean Park Trolley stop, half a block from the market area, will receive a market buck good for $1 off food or produce. The trolley, has numerous stops, including the convenient park & ride lots at the Bob Jones Bike Path and the PG&E Community Center, Avila Hot Springs and the KOA campground, the Avila Barn, San Luis Bay Estates and Port San Luis. See www.slorta.org/avila for a full schedule and list of pickup and drop-off locations.
		Location: Avila Beach, CA
	5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Unfinished Business
		Contact: Lynda Holt 237-3987 lholt@prcity.com
		The City of Paso Robles, REC Foundation and J. Lohr Vineyards and Wines invite you to rock out with Unfinished Business on Friday, August 12, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the City Park in downtown Paso Robles. The '60s may be over, but the members of Unfinished Business still have a passion for the rock and roll of that era—arguably the best music of all time. Come and enjoy the great artists of the 60’s, ranging from the Animals to the Zombies and including the Beatles, the Beach Boys, the Rolling Stones, and various Motown artists. The 8^th in the 10-part summer concert series, this FREE concert is sponsored by Lubrizol with food available for purchase by Level 4 Restaurant & Lounge. J. Lohr wine, Firestone on-tap beer, water, and soda will also be available for purchase. All net proceeds from the beverage sales go to the REC Foundation to help enhance parks and recreation in Paso Robles. Please refrain from bringing beverages to the concerts in order to show support for the REC Foundation. For concert information, please call the City’s Recreation Division at 237-3988 or log on to the City of Paso Robles website at www.prcity.com/recreation. Please remember, dogs are not allowed in the City Park. Concerts in the Park is presented in cooperation with the Downtown Paso Robles Main Street Association.
	6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Viper Six at Avila Bat Club
		Contact: Ted Waterhouse 805 783-2681 edcat@aol.com
		This Friday, August 12th, the Viper Six will be at the Avila Bay Club's Friday Night Happy Hour Summer Concert Seriesto lay down two hours of their jumpin' swing from 6 to 8pm - food, wine and dancing in a lovely outdoor setting. Miz Buffy on vocals, Ted "Catalina Eddy" Waterhouse on guitar and vocals, Bob Osborn and Bob Brenman on saxes and clarinete, Fred Murray on upright bass, Dean Giles on drums. No cover charge. 6699 Bay Laurel Place Avila Beach California 93424 805-595-7600.
		Location: Avila Beach
	8:00 PM - 10:30 PM	Giacomo Gates
		Contact: Fred Friedman 805-773-4131 ffriedma@calpoly.edu
		Award winning jazz vocalist Giacomo Gates will be performing at D'Anbino Winery on Friday, August 12, 2011 at 8:00 PM. D'Anbino Winery is located at 710 Pine St. in Paso Robles. Giacomo Gates is heavily steeped in the traditions of the vocal inprovisers from Louis Armstrong and Ella Fitzgerald to their more modern counterparts like Betty Carter and Leon Thomas. Known for his interaction with the audience through witty comments and informative introductions, every performance becomes a lesson in jazz history. Giacomo's sheer joy, talent, exuberance, wit and creativity make him one of jazz' most compelling artists. The LA Jazz Scene wrote, "Giacomo Gates is one of the top male jazz singers around today." You won't want to miss this show. Tickets are available at the door and are only $15 general admission and $12 for Record Club members and industry. For more information, please phone (805) 773-4131
		Location: D'Anbino Cellars 710 Pine Street Paso Robles
	8:30 PM - 10:30 PM	On The Town - Arts & Lectures FREE Summer Cinema
		Contact: Arts & Lectures 805-893-3535 aandl-info@sa.ucsb.edu
		Admission: FREE Gene Kelly, Frank Sinatra and Jules Munshin grace this rollicking tale of three sailors on a one-day pass in New York City. With unforgettable choreography by Kelly, this invigorating musical features Vera-Ellen, Ann Miller and Betty Garrett. Must-see numbers include “New York, New York” and “Prehistoric Man.” (1949, 98 minutes) Alternate Screening: Wed, Aug 10 / 7:30 PM / UCSB Campbell Hall For more information call UCSB Arts & Lectures at 805-893-3535 or on-line at www.artsandlectures.ucsb.eduor Santa Barbara County Arts Commission at 805-568-3990.** Films presented by UCSB Arts & Lectures, Santa Barbara County Park Foundation, Santa Barbara County Arts Commission and the Santa Barbara Film Commission Sponsored by the Santa Barbara Independent andKCSB 91.9 FM. Films at UCSB presented with support from the UCSB Summer Cultural and Enrichment Program and the Freshman Summer Start Program. UCSB Arts & Lectures 2011-12 season is sponsored by lynda.com
		Location: SB County Courthouse Sunken Garden
Saturday August 13, 2011 - Sunday August 14, 2011
		Carnivale
		Contact: Sasha Irving 805-238-9800 sasha@studiosonthepark.org
		Carnivale July 14, 2011 - August 14, 2011 Cotton candy, the circus, Mardi Gras, fiestas, masquerade, costumes, fun... This juried show by Paso Robles Art Association members features artworks all about celebration and party time! Studios on the Park, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit open studios art center, is located at 1130 Pine Street in the heart of historic downtown Paso Robles. For more information, go to www.StudiosOnThePark.org
		Location: Studios on the Park
Saturday August 13, 2011
	9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Together Green Days at Sweet Springs Preserve!
		Contact: Holly Sletteland 805-239-3928 mcas@morrocoastaudubon.org
		Together Green Days at Sweet Springs Preserve! Saturday, August 13^th 9am to 12pm. Be a part of this nationwide initiative to tackle our environment challenges by joining forces to bring about positive change. Help us tend a young oak grove, making sure the trees get off to a good start by watering, mulching & clearing weeds. Gather seed & cuttings of native plants for planting this coming winter. And for the adventurous, help remove fallen branches & debris from the ponds. Plenty of tools, tips and munchies provided, plus a chance to win a tee, hat or tote bag! Contact Morro Coast Audubon for more info: 239-3928; mcas@morrocoastaudubon.org.
	9:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Used Book Sale
		Contact: Alice Rew 466-2230 arew@charter.net
		Friends of the Atascadero Martin Polin Library will hold a used book sale on Saturday, August 13 from 9 am to 2 pm. A preview sale for members only will be on Friday, August 12 from 6 pm to 8 pm. at the Book House, 6907 Atascadero Ave. (behind the Library). All proceeds will benefit the Library Expansion Campaign. Memberships are available at the door. Contact: Alice Rew 466-2230.
		Location: Atascadero
	10:00 AM - 3:00 PM	Book sale
		Contact: Marv Seid 474-8538 mseid@charter.net
		FRIENDS OF THE ARROYO GRANDE LIBRARY 800 West Branch Arroyo Grande A huge selection of books for all interests and ages, along with DVDs and CDs, will be on sale at t the Arroyo Grande Library on Saturday, August 13, beginning at 10 a.m. Choose from among fiction and history, biography, science, self-help and children’s books and a special selection of collectible and coffee table books. Come early for the best selection. The library is located at 800 West Branch. The sale is sponsored by the Friends of the Arroyo Grande Library, and new members are always welcome.
		Location: Arroyo Grande
	10:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Day With Creative Women
		Contact: Robin 805-543-9313 wccslo@gmail.com
		Women's Community Center of San Luis Obispo and the SLO Commision on the Status of Women will put on the fundraising event, "Day With Creative Women" at the Mission Plaza on Saturday, August 13th from 10 am until 5 pm. . There will be music, dancing, food, children's activities and vendor booths with the county's most creative women. The event is requesting sponsors, volunteers and vendors. Call 805-544-9313 or visit wccslo.org for information and application. Special discount to vendors prior to July 1st!
		Location: Mission Plaza, SLO
	10:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Summer Reading Program
		Contact: Sallie Tonascia 781-5775 stonascia@slolibrary.org
		Children ages 3 to 18 are invited to sign up for the Youth Summer Reading Program, “One World, Many Stories.” All children who read ten books this summer will receive prizes. Sign-ups will begin on June 7th and the program will continue through August 13th. All public libraries in San Luis Obispo County will be participating. Local libraries will also be providing free family entertainment all summer long. For a complete schedule of entertainers, visit http://www.slolibrary.org.
		Location: SLO County Public Libraries
Saturday August 13, 2011 - Sunday August 14, 2011
	10:00 AM - 4:00 PM	Weekend Intensive: Auditioning for Musical Theatre
		Contact: Kerry DiMaggio (805) 781-3889 x 14 act@slolittletheatre.org
		Are you a student or performer with a passion for musical theatre? Are you thinking about a career in musical theatre? Or would you simply like to improve your auditions? This two-day workshop will focus on giving actors of all ages the tools necessary to stand out in a crowd and take their audition and performance skills to the next level. The class will cover: finding and choosing the right song for your audition how to act a song before the audition arriving at the audition during the audition after the audition working with the pianist dressing for success callbacks, job offers, headshots, and resumes and more! August 13th and 14th. The class will be taught by internationally renowned Producer/Director/Teacher Daniel Witzke. The cost is $150. Ages 17+ Now registering online at slolittletheatre.org
		Location: 888 Morro. St. San Luis Obispo CA 93401
Saturday August 13, 2011
	11:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Art in the garden
		Contact: hope 528-5300 anitamarie3@yahoo.com
		Local Artists at Los Osos Valley Nursery. 301 Los Osos Valley Rd. Semi-precious stone jewelry, ceramics, homemade soaps and lotions, wine barrel art, glass art, wood art, vintage jewelry, photo cards,chair message, live music, yummies from the outdoor mud oven, and more. Free event.
		Location: Los Osos
	1:00 PM - 4:00 PM	SLO Wine and Grill Affair
		Contact: Lesta Travis 805.540.6526 events@t-mha.org
		Join some of San Luis Obispo’s best wineries for an affair like none other! The 4th Annual SLO Wine & Grill Affair is an exciting event that benefits a very special non-profit organization in SLO, Transitions – Mental Health Association. Wineries will gather on the historic Filipponi Ranch at Per Bacco Cellars to compete in a friendly cook-off style event. Each winemaker will be on the grill ready to serve up a signature grilled dish to pair with their wines. Guests will vote on their favorite food and wine pairings to declare a “People’s Choice” winner. There will also be a panel of local “celebrity” judges to give us an official winner! Live music, local chocolate, olive oil and cheese vendors will also be on hand to support Transitions. Tickets are $35 in advance, call (805)540-6526 or long on to http://www.t-mha.org, at the door tickets cost $40.
		Location: Per Bacco Cellars
	1:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Sons of Norway Summer BBQ Picnic
		Contact: Kathleen 805-748-5674 kbkennemann@sbcglobal.net
		The Stillehavet Lodge of the Sons of Norway is having it’s “Summer BBQ Picnic” to celebrate the Summer Season on the Central Coast, on Saturday, August 13, 2011, 1:00 p.m., at Biddle Park’s Rockrose Site, 6.5 miles East of Arroyo Grande on Lopez Drive. Bring your own meat and drink plus a side dish or dessert to share, BBQ fire will be provided. The event is free and the public is invited, ($3 Fee to enter park). Call (805) 748-5674 for more information.
		Location: Biddle Park, 3500 Lopez Drive, Arroyo Grande
	2:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Coalesce Bookstore book-signing: The Color of Music
		Contact: Coalesce Bookstore 772-2880 coalescebookstore@gmail.com
		The Color of Musicby Claire P. Gordon The story is about the identical boy twins of a couple–father a famous black jazz pianist and mother, his blonde girl friend. She is alone when the twins are born and unable to keep them. One is raised by a French couple as their own white child (they don’t know who the father was) and the other by an American black couple who also don’t know his background. Yes, one is raised as black and one as white. Claire P.Gordon, whose husband wrote the song "Unforgettable" for her, has also written her jazz memoirs, "My Unforgettable Jazz friends." The book include memories of Nat Cole and working for Duke Ellington. http://clairegordonjazz.com
		Location: Coalesce Bookstore 845 Main Street, Morro Bay
	3:00 PM - 7:00 PM	A Mediterranean Fete
		Contact: Christine Hance 805 541-1400 ext 301 chance@slobg.org
		A Mediterranean Fête Enliven your senses with art, food, wine, music, dance performances, friends, frivolity and fun! Join in on Saturday, August 13 for an art-filled, gastronomical getaway and afternoon of entertainment in the San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden from 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM. The San Luis Outdoor Painters for the Environment (SLOPE) and the San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden will present a Mediterranean Fête, a year-long endeavor of painting in the Garden and at other iconic county locales culminating in this intriguing art show displayed in the Garden. Serious collectors, dedicated art enthusiasts, and people who just plain like plein air paintings will enjoy this dazzling display of 70 original works by 14 professional artists. Hear music including David Lynch, Ensemble Salam, South African drumming with James Balseiro and Max Garduno and Digeridoo with Steffan Heydon and Rob Kimmell, enjoy Mediterranean foods prepared by Two Cooks Catering, dancing by Saja Middle Eastern Dance Company, and visit with Zoo to You animals; bid on your favorite delectable dessert at the celebrity chef’s auction; sip Halter Ranch fine wines, and the Garden’s luscious Lavender Lemonade; celebrate the Garden’s 22nd Anniversary and toast this year’s honorees. Paintings on display and can be purchased through Sept. 29. Proceeds benefit the Garden. Space is limited. Purchase tickets early! $15 members; $20 non-members, children 12 and under are free with paid adult. $25 at the door. Call 805 541-1400 ext. 301. Or visit www.slobg.org. SLO County Parks charges a $3.00 vehicle fee at El Chorro Regional Park on weekends. Slope Artists: Nancy Becker, Marcia Burtt, Ken Christensen, Marguerite Costigan, Dennis Curry, Bruce Everett, Dotty Hawthorne, Larry Kappen, Anne Laddon, Shirley Pittman, Eileen Pritchard, Denise Schryver, Roseanne Seitz and Laurel Sherrie.
		Location: San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden
	4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Fine Art Studios, Morro Bay
		Contact: Glenn Dean (805) 801-1236 sledrider@sbcglobal.net
		Fine Art Studios, a new gallery featuring renowned painter Glenn Dean and local sculpture Matt Hedlund, is having a grand opening this Saturday August 13th from 4PM-8PM. The address is 2170 Main St., Morro Bay, CA. Food, drink, and music provided. For more info call 805-801-1236 www.landscapesofthewest.com www.hedlundsculpture.com
		Location: 2170 Main St, Morro Bay, CA
	6:00 PM - 9:30 PM	Broadway Goes Country
		Contact: Sue Olt 467-3901 sueolt123@yahoo.com
		Project Theatre Foundation presents a benefit premier performance of "Broadway Goes Country", Written by Wendy Marie Foerster, Directed by Thom Waldman, and Music by Stephen Tosh on Saturday, August 13, 2011, 6:00p.m. to 9:30p.m., Harris Stage Lines Event Center, 5995 N. River Rd, Paso Robles. Join us for a rip-roaring musical adventure that transports you from Broadway to the Wild West. This evening of Broadway-Country hits will warm your heart and send you home whistling a western tune. Enjoy your favorite musical songs with a country twist, performed by local professionals with live accompaniment by the talented Mr. Stephen Tosh and friends. The Fair Weather Four Barbershop Quartet will perform before the performance; the Ladies of the Barbary Coast will be selling Drawing Tickets; there will also be a Silent Auction. Hors d'oeuvres by Dining With Andre, wine, beer, and desserts will be served. General Admission: $50; Seniors: $40. Tickets available only online at www.projecttheatrefoundation.org or from a Project Theatre Foundation Board member. Limited to 200 guests. Western wear is suggested - hay bale seating - or bring your own chair. So put on your boots and get ready to kick up some dirt, Saturday, August 13^th, at Harris Stage Lines.
	7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Sonnets and Strings
		Contact: Peter Steynberg 805-547-0278 sgallery@charter.net
		"Shall I compare thee to a summer's day? So starts an experimental, one night show, where you will be treated to a variety of exquisite poems, classical guitar compositions and arabic folk songs, all magically woven together for about an hour at the Steynberg Gallery in San Luis Obispo. Samuel Shalhoub and Martha Raymond are Central Coast natives who actively promote all varieties of art, music and literature in an effort to enrich the community around them. Come and enjoy yourself as these artists perform in this most unique theatrical concert. Feel free to invite friends and family! "
	7:00 PM - 10:30 PM	SLO Contra Dance!
		Contact: Harold Hallikainen 805 441 2246 info@cccds.org
		The Central Coast Country Dance Society invites you to discover contra dance! The next dance is Saturday, August 13. There's an introductory workshop at 7:00pm, then dancing from 7:30pm until 10:30pm. The dances will be taught and called by Gary Shapiro with live music provided by the Michael Gutin band. Contra dance evolved from the early English, Scottish, Irish, and French country dances which came over with the first immigrants to the USA. It is very lively and social, and very easy to learn, almost as easy as walking! You don't need to bring a partner with you, but it's lots of fun to come with a group of friends. Everyone ends up dancing with everyone at the contra dance! Join us for this EXCELLENT dance! The cost is $9. It's all at the Odd Fellows Hall, 520 Dana Street, San Luis Obispo. For more info, visit www.cccds.org
		Location: 520 Dana Street, San Luis Obispo, CA
Sunday August 14, 2011
	11:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Central Coast Chili Festival
		Contact: Chris Garey 805-489-7359 chris@peacefulpoint.com
		The Arroyo Grande Rotary Club presents the: 3rd Annual Central Coast Chili Festival Western Style Chili Cook-off. Sunday, August 14, 2011, 11 am-5 pm Biddle Park, Arroyo Grande, 3500 Lopez Dr. on the way to Lopez Lake. Three parts to the event: 1. “Old Hand” International Chili Society (ICS) sanctioned competition. 2. “Maverick” competition. Anyone can compete in the Red Chili, Vegetarian Chili and Chili Verde, divisions. Chili cooked on-site. Only $20 to enter. 3. “Chuck Wagon” competition, Restaurants compete in the Red Chili, Vegetarian Chili and Chili Verde, divisions. For $5 ticket available at the gate: (Kids under 12 Free) • Five Free Chili Tastings • Wild West Demonstrations • Live Entertainment • Car Show. More Highlights • Children’s Games • Arts & Crafts Booths • Food & Vendor Booths • Beer & Wine. Details. Video clips, and registration forms: http://www.centralcoastchilichallenge.org/ Questions? Contact Chris Garey: 805-489-7359 chris@peacefulpoint.com
		Location: Biddle Park, 3500 Lopez Drive, Arroyo Grande
	1:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Fiesta
		Contact: Karin Taylor (805)438-5011 MOC@santamargaritacc.org
		Come enjoy an afternoon Fiesta with games, music, a taco bar, and a marketplace with beautiful handcrafted items and delicious baked goods to take home. Santa Margarita Community Church is hosting the event to raise funds to build a home for a family in Mexico through AMOR Ministries.
		Location: Santa Margarita Community Hall
	1:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Jim Bruno featured at Sculpterra Winery
		Contact: Steve Key 805-204-6821 bonnien27@gmail.com
		Jim Bruno featured at Sculpterra Sculpterra Winery 5015 Linne Road, Paso Robles, CA, (805) 226-8881 1:00 – 4:00 pm Free! Jim Bruno is a songwriter's songwriter. His songs have been recorded by Shawn Colvin, Mary Lou Lord, Chuck Prophet and Thad Cockrell. He's shared stages with Timothy B. Schmidt of The Eagles, Charlie Musselwhite, Joe Ely, and has toured five times in Europe. He also played bass, guitar and sang in the Shawn Colvin Band for a number of years and often performed with Shawn as a duet. Jim is a longtime Bay Area resident, and teaches songwriting at Foothill College in Los Altos. He recently released his own album of all original songs called ‘Alright Alright’. www.jimbrunomusic.com/ Songwriters At Play holds showcases every Sunday afternoon, 1:00 – 4:00 pm at Sculpterra Winery, 5015 Linne Road, Paso Robles, 805-226-8881. The showcase includes one featured act and others playing 4-song sets. We pass the tip jar during the featured set, otherwise no cover. All ages are welcome -- great place for a family picnic! For directions go to http://www.sculpterra.com/location.html For more info about this show or other Songwriters At Play! events, go to:
		Location: Paso Robles
	1:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Up in the Air Concert at Stillwater Winery
		Contact: John Beccia 438-5855 upndair3@hotmail.com
		The Up in the Air band will be playing it's all original and unique brand of eclectic, danceable music at Stillwaters Winery on Sunday, August 14th from 1 to 4PM. Featuring a variety of instruments that includes guitars, flutes, horns, keyboards, drums, latin percussion, bass, and voices, the band blend elements of structure and improvisation into every performance. Stillwaters Winery is on located on Creston Road a few miles outside of Paso Robles.
	1:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Lompoc Carnegie Centennial Party
		Contact: Lisa Renken 805-736-3888 lompocmuseum@verizon.net
		Theme: "Party Like It's 1911" The Lompoc Museum is throwing a party to celebrate the 100 Year Anniversary of the opening of the Lompoc Carnegie Library on August 14, 1911. We invite the community to join us in celebrating this important event in Lompoc’s history. The Lompoc Carnegie was built with a $10,000 grant from industrial tycoon Andrew Carnegie. It was one of 1642 Carnegie Libraries built in the U.S. between 1889 and 1919, one of 142 built in California alone. The Lompoc Carnegie is listed on the National Register of Historic Places along with 84 other surviving California Carnegies. Planned Activities: Live music, Bean Bag Toss, Hopscotch, Croquet, Lawn Bowling, and Children’s Craft Tables. A cake walk and special photo booth are also planned where you have a chance to win a cake and have your picture taken with Andrew and Louise Carnegie – figuratively at least! Special Events/Attractions: - “Andrew Carnegie Visits Lompoc?”, an original play written by Michael Callahan based on a concept by Don Adams, and featuring members of the Lompoc Civic Theatre. Free performance at 4 p.m. in Stone Pine Hall. - “100 Years of Carnegie in Lompoc”, a special summer exhibit in the Museum’s Centeno Gallery. Included are documents, photographs, and memorabilia related to the Centennial of the Lompoc Carnegie Library building, now home to the Lompoc Museum. On exhibit through October 9. Our thanks to the Santa Barbara Foundation, Lompoc Affiliate, for their generous sponsorship of this event.
		Location: Lompoc Museum
	2:00 PM	Dancin' 2011
		Contact: Ticket Box Office 805-756-2787 pac.calpoly@gmail.com
		The Academy of Dance proudly presents it's annual school show, "Dancin' 2011" featuring all of the incredibly talented students and staff of The Academy of Dance, San Luis Obispo. This is a dance event that the whole family can enjoy! Little ballerinas to professionals, "Dancin' 2011" will surely be an event to remember! For information call (805) 544-1230 or visit the Academy's website.
		Location: Performing Arts Center - Chirstopher Cohan Center
	7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Second Sunday at Seven
		Contact: Jerry Douglas Smith 541-3585 Suemcginty@aol.com
		David Ochs and Ray Clark Dickson will be our featured poets on Sunday, August 14, at 7 PM in the Coalesce Bookstore Chapel, 845 Main Street (enter through bookstore), Morro Bay. Open reading of our own poems follows. Info. 772-2880.
		Location: Morro Bay
Monday August 15, 2011 - Friday August 19, 2011
	7:30 AM - 5:30 PM	Poly Trekker Summer Program
		Contact: Roxie Phillips 756-6201 rgphilli@calpoly.edu
		Registration for Poly Trekkers Summer Program 2011 is now underway at the Orfalea Family & Children’s Center located on the Cal Poly Campus. This exciting and adventurous program is specifically for school-aged children who have completed kindergarten to through fourth grade (approximately six to ten years old). The program runs from June 20 to Aug. 19. Optional care will be offered on Aug. 22nd and 23^rd. The program is offered Monday to Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Call 756-1267 for further details and pricing.
		Location: Orfalea Family and ASI Children's Cetner
Monday August 15, 2011 - Friday August 19, 2011
	10:00 AM - 4:00 PM	Glee Camp!
		Contact: Kerry DiMaggio (805) 781-3889 x 14 act@slolittletheatre.org
		Have you always wanted to sing and dance like the stars of Glee? Come spend an amazing week working with top industry professionals as you form your own Glee choir. Glee is all about being yourself and working well with others; together we’ll learn your favorite Glee songs and dances, all based on the hit Fox TV show! Students will have the opportunity to perform in ensemble numbers as well as "audition" for a solo. Taught by internationally-renowned director/teacher/performer Daniel Witzke, PCPA director/choreographer/actor Michael Jenkinson, and music director Sarah Broomell, you’re sure to have a blast! Class will end with a fantastic show for family and friends! August 15-19th. Cost is $275. Ages 10+. Now registering online at slolittletheatre.org. Please contact Kerry for more information: (805) 781-3889 x 14 or act@slolittletheatre.org.
		Location: 888 Morro. St. San Luis Obispo CA 93401
Tuesday August 16, 2011
	6:25 PM - 8:00 PM	Shift Discussions
		Contact: Wendy McKenna 805-438-4347 wendy@globalalliance.ws
		Global Alliance for Balance and Healing is offering a free Community Outreach program entitled “Shift Discussions” on Tuesday August 16 at 6:30pm. “Shift Discussions"will be facilitated by Wendy McKenna, Holistic Healer and Founder of Global Alliance and Elizabeth Sullivan, Energy Healer and Volunteer Administrator of Global Alliance, and will table for discussion current global events and their correlation to humanity's evolution and consciousness shift. Discussions will take place at the Global Alliance Center, 22720 El Camino Real, Suite C in Santa Margarita. No registration is required. All are welcome. Visit www.globalalliance.ws or call 805-438-4347 for more information.
		Location: Global Alliance for Balance and Healing Center of Light and Learning
	6:30 PM - 9:30 PM	“Gypsy Newgrass” artist Susan Marie Reeves plays Kreuzberg
		Contact: Steve Key 805-204-6821 bonnien27@gmail.com
		“Gypsy Newgrass” artist Susan Marie Reeves plays Kreuzberg *Kreuzberg CA 685 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 805-439-2060 6:30 – 9:30 pm Free! Santa Barbara's Susan Marie Reeves** calls her original music “Gypsy Newgrass” -- a combination of bluegrass, folk, Irish, & alternative pop/rock. Local bluegrass fans will remember her as the lead singer of the band Wild Sage. Lately she's appeared with an ensemble called The Honeysuckle Possums. This spring, she celebrated the release of her 2nd solo CD, Young Heart, produced by the late, legendary multi-instrumentalist, Kenny Edwards, and evokes his trademark style – a haunting, percussive, contemporary “edge.” Sample some tracks here-- http://susanmariereeves.bandcamp.com/ Songwriters At Play showcases are held every Tuesday, 6:30-9:30pm at Kreuzberg, 685 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo CA. 805.439.2060. (new location, now serving beer and wine)! The showcase includes one featured act and 5-6 others playing 4-song sets. There is no cover charge. All ages are welcome. The food & beverage menu is posted here: http://kreuzbergcalifornia.com/menu/ For more info on this event or other Songwriters At Play! showcases, go to:
		Location: San Luis Obispo
Wednesday August 17, 2011
	4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Heirlooms á Go Go
		Contact: Sasha Irving 805.238.9800 sasha@studiosonthepark.org
		The public is invited to attend the Paso Robles Art Association's Preview Night for Heirlooms á Go Go at Studios on the Park. Get a sneak peek and first chance to purchase in advance of the public opening of this special "upscale resale" event. Attendees will be the first to choose from a huge selection of unique items and previously enjoyed household treasures. Gently used famous brand china, crystal, flatware, collectibles, home accessories, designer clothing, antiques, art, fine jewelry, furniture, handcrafted items and much more! $25 per person.
		Location: Studios on the Park
	6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Adult Beach Volleyball in Pismo
		Contact: Colleen Ghiglia 805-773-7063 cghiglia@pismobeach.org
		ADULT BEACH VOLLEYBALL CLASSES *Beginner/Intermediate* In these beginning and intermediate-level classes, participants will learn aspects of team play and basic strategies of beach volleyball. Students will also be taught skill progressions for serving, passing, hitting, and spiking. Each class requires a minimum of eight participants. All classes are held at Wadsworth Courts. Ages: 18+ Fee: $50.00 Instructor: Nena Custodio, cnenacustodio@yahoo.com *INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED BEACH VOLLEYBALL* Days/Dates: Wed., July 20-Aug. 17 Time: 6:00 – 7:30 pm
		Location: Wadsworth Street Courts
	8:00 PM - 10:00 PM	SLOlio - True Stories at Linnaea's
		Contact: Kirk Henning 805-995-2867 slolio@slolio.org
		SLOlio, is a new monthly storytelling event at Linnaea’s Cafe in San Luis Obispo. SLOlio events are open to anyone who has a true story to share based on a theme and told without notes. Our inaugural event is scheduled for Wednesday, August 17, 2011 from 8pm-10pm and the event is free. Inspired by The Moth organization, SLOlio events are great opportunities for coming together to celebrate our stories. The theme for our first event is “Lost and Found”. For more information, check out all the information provided at the SLOlio website (slolio.org). If you would like to share a story, start preparing an 8 to 10 minute story based on the theme of “Lost and Found”. If you would like to attend to listen only, we’ll see you on August 17th at Linnaea’s!
		Location: 1110 Garden St. SLO
Thursday August 18, 2011
		Moondoggies Surf Camp, Pismo Beach
		Contact: Colleen Ghiglia 805-773-7063 cghiglia@pismobeach.org
		MOONDOGGIES SUMMER SURF CAMPS! Register Early and Bring a Friend! Students will learn how to surf with the experts from Moondoggies Beach Club (instructors w/CPR & First Aid training), emphasizing water safety and surfing etiquette. Students will learn how to stand and maneuver on a surfboard, and how to spot and avoid riptides. Basic swimming skills required. Fee includes equipment, goodie bags & a camp T-shirt. This class maintains a 1:5 teacher/student ratio. SURF CAMPS Age: 7-17 Days: Tuesday-Thursday, weekly sessions begin June 21 Time: 10:00am-1:00pm OR 2:00-5:00pm Fee: $109.00 per three-day session Location: Moondoggies, 781 Dolliver Street
		Location: 781 Dolliver St., Pismo Beach
	1:00 PM - 2:30 PM	Los Osos Dementia Caregivers Support Group
		Contact: Alyce Crawford 534-9234 alycec@coastcrc.org
		Support group for Caregivers of Alzheimer's or dementia meets the third Thursday every month from 1:00 to 2:30 pm to learn and share with others. Free supervised socialization of the person with dementia is provided in adjoining room. Location: Los Osos Baptist Church, 1900 Los Osos Valley Road.
		Location: 1900 Los Osos Valley Rd.
	6:00 PM	Paso Robles Art Association Artist Forum
		Contact: Sasha Irving 805.238.9800 sasha@studiosonthepark.org
		In the spirit of Cafe Guerbois, the site of late 19th century discussions amongst artists, writers, and art lovers, the PRAA holds the Artist Forum. All are welcome to attend this hour of "art talk"! Come have a cup of coffee, meet other artists, discuss current shows, share works in progress, and discuss trends and visions. There is no agenda just new friends to meet! Free to members - you may join at the meeting. Studios on the Park, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit open studios art center, is located at 1130 Pine Street in the heart of historic downtown Paso Robles. For more information, go to www.StudiosOnThePark.org
		Location: Studios on the Park
	6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Winemaker Dinner with Neil Roberts
		Contact: Mary 805-543-3654 info@slofarmbureau.org
		San Luis Obispo County Farm Bureau fundraising Winemaker Dinner features Neil Roberts, winemaker from Clavo Cellars, at Giuseppe's in Pismo Beach. Chef Joe Di Fronzo of Giuseppe's will prepare a 4-course meal which will be paired by Clavo Cellars. Ticket Price: $150 per person. Reservations Required Contact: Farm Bureau at 805-543-3654
		Location: 891 Price Street, Pismo Beach, CA
	7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Auditions for Canzona Women's Ensemble
		Contact: Jill Anderson (805) 773-8922 jeanders@ccpathology.com
		Canzona women's Ensemble announces auditions for its 2011-12 season on Thursday evening, August 18 and Saturday afternoon, August 20. Experienced female choral singers who would like to be considered for the group should e-mail a resume to Jill Anderson at jeanders@ccpathology.com. Qualified applicants will be assigned an audition time (please specify date preferred). Singers should be prepared to perform a solo song and do some vocalizing and sight reading. For more information, call Jill at 773-8922 or Cricket at 704-0984.
Friday August 19, 2011
		Early Bird Deadline for the Central Coast St. Jude Dream Home in Trilogy Monarch Dunes
		Contact: Lauren Davis (510)595-2100 lauren.davis@stjude.org
		Reserve your ticket by August 19^th for an added chance to win a $3,000 gift card at Kmart (also valid at Lands’ End and Sears). To reserve your ticket to win this home, please call 1(800) 834-5794 or visit www.dreamhome.org
	12:00 PM - 1:00 PM	Brown Bag Dialogue: High Maintenance Clients: Who is Managing Whom?
		Contact: Denise Rosburg 805-595-1357 info@mcscorp.org
		Presenter: Doris Rager, Team Building Specialist and Founder Pacific Teamworks Do you have certain clients or customers who always “ruin your day”- causing you a headache, anxiety or even high blood pressure? Do you give up your power to them? Do you feel they mistreat or take advantage of you? What are your choices in the matter? Attend this Interactive Workshop in which this topic is explored. You will learn ways to bring more calm, consistency and control into these high maintenance situations for a more satisfying experience. How do we define “High Maintenance Clients” Do we serve them or tolerate them? What is our purpose? Is it a win or lose proposition? Who has the upper hand and why? How much is enough? What actions can we take to better manage this dilemma? Who benefits most from it? This is a FREE event and everyone is welcome! RSVP to info@mcscorp.org or call 805-595-1357. Doris Rager has over twenty years of hands-on experience in transforming loosely organized groups into effective, well-developed TEAMS. Her expertise in group dynamics is the result of extensive work in education, theater arts production, event planning, corporate and private operations management, non-profit executive management and financial services. The approach she uses is unique, stems from a genuine respect for others and is based in helping motivate people toward success through education and collaboration. She believes every individual (therefore every group) is capable of attaining a higher standard and has developed her own team building methodology to assist others in achieving that ideal.
		Location: 71 Zaca Lane, Suite 130, SLO
		Trolley to the Avila Beach Fish 'N Farmers Market
		Contact: Aimee Wyatt, RTA 805-788-2706 awyatt@slorta.org
		Get ready for free trolley rides that will be waiting to take you to the Avila Fish and Farmer’s Market in scenic Avila Beach. The new spring and summer service kicks off with the first market of the season this Friday, April 1st, 2011 and will augment the current Saturday and Sunday schedule. Riders can board the Avila Trolley from 3:40 p.m. to 8:05 p.m. throughout the community. Passengers that ride to the convenient Ocean Park Trolley stop, half a block from the market area, will receive a market buck good for $1 off food or produce. The trolley, has numerous stops, including the convenient park & ride lots at the Bob Jones Bike Path and the PG&E Community Center, Avila Hot Springs and the KOA campground, the Avila Barn, San Luis Bay Estates and Port San Luis. See www.slorta.org/avila for a full schedule and list of pickup and drop-off locations.
		Location: Avila Beach, CA
	6:00 PM - 10:30 PM	4th Annual YPNG Movie Night
		Contact: Tyler Benson n/a events@ypng.org
		Mark your calendars for the YPNG 4th Annual Charity Movie Night, benefiting the Food Bank Coalition of San Luis Obispo County! Come and enjoy a great night under the stars while you watch the Indiana Jones flick, Raiders of the Lost Ark. Partake in great local beer and wine, dinner items, concessions, and enter for a chance to win incredible raffle prizes! Visit the official Event Page or Store at www.ypng.org to purchase your tickets today!
		Location: 536 Marsh Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
	7:00 PM	SLOFOLKS presents in concert: Peppino D'Agostino
		Contact: Coalesce Bookstore 772-2880 coalescebookstore@gmail.com
		Peppino D'Agostino, voted "BEST ACOUSTIC GUITARIST" by readers of Guitar Player Magazine’s 2007 Reader’s Choice Awards, is not your conventional steel-string acoustic guitarist. He cannot be pinned down to a particular style and that's exactly the way this internationally acclaimed virtuoso wants it. "I'm not just an acoustic guitar player," he said. "I want to stretch the limits of the acoustic guitar in terms of melody, harmony and rhythm, adding percussive effects while addressing those first three elements. Ultimately, my mission is to touch people in a heartfelt way both emotionally and intellectually." A familiar performer to this area, Peppinohas been coming to play for SLOFOLKS every August for over twenty years. Peppino D'Agostino has performed for SLOfolks for over 20 years, every August, surprising us each year with a special guest performer. “Peppino writes wonderful guitar pieces. He's one of my favorite composers for this cranky instrument. Plus, he's a tone player. I love his sound... gets the resin and the wood." Leo KottkeSteel String Acoustic Guitarist TICKETS: $22
		Location: Coalesce Bookstore 845 Main Street, Morro Bay
	8:30 PM - 10:30 PM	Singin' in the Rain - Arts & Lectres FREE Summer Cinema
		Contact: Arts & Lectures 805-893-3535 aandl-info@sa.ucsb.edu
		Admission: FREE Directed by Gene Kelly and Stanley Donen, this unforgettable masterpiece remains one of the finest, most durable musicals ever to come out of Hollywood. Gene Kelly, Debbie Reynolds and Donald O’Connor glitter in this light-hearted look at the early days of motion pictures. (1952, 103 minutes) Alternate Screening: Wed, Aug 17 / 7:30 PM / UCSB Campbell Hall For more information call UCSB Arts & Lectures at 805-893-3535 or on-line at www.artsandlectures.ucsb.eduor Santa Barbara County Arts Commission at 805-568-3990.** Films presented by UCSB Arts & Lectures, Santa Barbara County Park Foundation, Santa Barbara County Arts Commission and the Santa Barbara Film Commission Sponsored by the Santa Barbara Independent andKCSB 91.9 FM. Films at UCSB presented with support from the UCSB Summer Cultural and Enrichment Program and the Freshman Summer Start Program. UCSB Arts & Lectures 2011-12 season is sponsored by lynda.com
		Location: SB County Courthouse Sunken Garden
Saturday August 20, 2011
	8:00 AM - 2:00 PM	TREASURES AND TREATS YARD AND BAKE SALE
		Contact: KERRY BATES 805 772 7644 ebumcmb@yahoo.com
		ESTERO BAY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3000 HEMLOCK AVENUE, MORRO BAY, CA. NEXT TO DEL MAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FEATURING FABULOUS BAKES GOODS, COLLECTIBLES, BOOKS, TOY, TOOLS, FURNITURE, HOUSEHOLD GOODS AND MORE. PROCEEDS SUPPORT GLOBAL MISSIONS OF THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH. PLEASE CALL 772-7644 FOR MORE INFORMATION
		Location: 3000 HEMLOCK AVE MORRO BAY
	9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Preserving the Harvest #2: Pickles and Everything Nice
		Contact: Mark Tollefson (805) 967-7369 info@fairviewgardens.org
		WHO: Fairview Gardens WHAT: Preserving the Harvest #2: Pickles and Everything Nice Instructor: Cindy Shipp WHEN: Saturday, August 20 9 am to 12 pm WHERE: 598 N. Fairview Ave., Goleta, CA 93117 INFO: (805) 967-7369 or sign up and pay online @ www.fairviewgardens.org COST: $40.00 single class Students 15% off; Current CSA members get 10% off; sign up for more than one class and get 15% off. ABOUT: Cucumbers can have a bumper crop and in this workshop, participants will be making two different types of pickles (sweet and sour). Each individual will take home a jar of each type of pickle as well as a newfound understanding of how to provide food for your family from your pantry rather than the grocery store. *The mission of The Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens is* *to demonstrate the viability of small-scale urban agriculture while providing education to farmers, policy makers and the local community.*
		Location: Fairview Gardens 598 N. Fairview Ave., Goleta, CA 93117
	9:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Friends Of Nipomo Library Fair
		Contact: wanda porter 9291014 porter864@att.net
		On Saturday, August 20^th, at the Nipomo Library, 918 W. Tefft St. from 9a.m. to 2p.m. the Friends of Nipomo Library invite everyone to come to their Fair meet authors, eat pie and goodies, and shop for jewelry, art and crafts, books and other items.
		Location: Nipomo
	9:00 AM - 3:00 PM	KCBX Sidewalk Sale
		Contact: Neal Losey 805-549-8855 neal@kcbx.org
		KCBX Public Radio will be holding a SIDEWALK SALE. Thousands of new and used books, CDs and records will be on sale. Books from many genres; CD and records are primarily classical and some jazz. Proceeds go to support KCBX. Come early as prices are cheap, cheap, cheap.
		Location: 4100 Vachell Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
	9:00 AM - 3:30 PM	Volunteer English Tutor Training
		Contact: Lisa Coe 805.541.4219 tliteracy@charter.net
		The Literacy Council for San Luis Obispo County has an ongoing and urgent need fro volunteer tutors. Our 2-part, Tutor Training Workshop will take place on Saturday August 20th and Saturday August 27th, at the Literacy Council's office, 1264 Higuera St, Suite 102, from 9:00am to 3:30pm. A $25 enrollment fee is required at your first session. For more information or to sign up, please call 541-4219 or visit our website at www.sloliteracy.org.
		Location: 1264 Higuera St., Suite 102
	9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Grand Opening of the Central Coast St. Jude Dream Home in Trilogy Monarch Dunes
		Contact: Lauren Davis (510)595-2100 lauren.davis@stjude.org
		Free tours available at the St. Jude Dream Home located at 1094 Ford Drive, Nipomo, CA 93444. The home is open for tours August 20^th-October 2^nd, Saturdays 9am-5pm and Sundays 12pm-5pm. Reserve your ticket in person at the Open House, by calling 1(800)834-5794, or by visiting www.dreamhome.org
		Location: 1094 Ford Dr., Nipomo, CA 93444
	10:00 AM - 2:00 PM	2nd annual Puttin' on the Dog
		Contact: Suzanne McFarlane 805-710-4845 mcfarlane.FCDPA@gmail.com
		The Five Cities Dog Park Association(FCDPA) and the Arroyo Grande Parks and Recreation Department are sponsoring their second annual “Puttin’ on the Dog” event Saturday, Aug, 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.. The proceeds will assist FCDPA in maintaining the very busy off-leash dog park located at the Elm Street Park in Arroyo Grande. The FCDPA is a project of San Luis Obispo Parks, Open Space and Trails Foundation (SLOPOST) a 501c3 non-profit and all donations are tax deductible. “Puttin’ on The Dog” will have doggie contests, a doggie/owner parade, dog demonstrations, dog adoption opportunities, a raffle, food and pet paraphernalia vendors, dog licensing and many more fun events, as well as a barbecue hosted by the Arroyo Grande Valley Kiwanis Club. FCDPA is currently accepting sponsorships ranging from $500, $250, and $100 and donations for the raffle. Vendor booths are available for a $40 fee and returning vendors who participated in 2010 first annual “Puttin’ on the Dog” the fee has been reduced to $35. For more information and updates, please visit: www.fivecitiesdogpark.org FCDPA Facts: WHEN: Aug. 20, 2011 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. WHAT: Second Annual “Puttin’ on the Dog” WHERE: 350 South Elm Street- Elm Street Dog Park in Arroyo Grande, CA CONTACTS AND MEDIA INQUIRIES: Jerry Bunin 805-550-5334 jbunin@charter.net BOOTH AND VENDOR REGISTRATION: JoAnn Payne 805-748-6407 joshappypets@yahpp.com
	10:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Friends of Nipomo Library Pie Contest
		Contact: Adele Zelena 929-3615 www.fonl.net
		Event: Friends of Nipomo Library Pie Contest. Place: Nipomo Library Community Room, 918 West Tefft St. Date: August 20th. The Friends of Nipomo Library invite all amateur pie bakers to enter the Friends Fair Pie Contest to be held Saturday, August 20, in Nipomo library's community room at 918 W. Tefft St. There will be 3 categories to enter; Fruit, Cream, and Other. Entry fee is $5.00 per pie--only one pie entry per category. The judges are: Paul Texieria, 4th District Supervisor, Joe Seals, Director of the Culinary Arts Program for LMUSD Adult Education, Thomas Munoz, Director of Food & Beverage for Blacklake Golf Resort, Marianne Buckmeyer, chef at the Kaleidoscope Inn in Nipomo as well as a professional personal chef, and Cathe Olson, author of Simply Natural Baby Food, The Vegetarian Mother's Cookbook and Lick it! Creamy Dreamy Vegan Ice Creams Your Mouth Will Love. Contest Rules & Registration Forms are available in the library lobby or can be downloaded from our website at www.fonl.net. Contact Adele Zelena at 929-3615 for further information.
		Location: Nipomo
	10:00 AM - 2:00 PM	TOMATO EXTRAVAGANZA
		Contact: Nell Wade 474-4717 nellcentralcoast@gmail.com
		JOIN THE SLO MASTER GARDENERS' FREE ANNUAL TOMATO AND BASIL TASTING FESTIVAL HELD IN THEIR SHOWCASE DEMO GARDEN. SAMPLE NUMEROUS VARIETIES OF HEIRLOOM TOMATOES AND FLAVORFUL BASILS; CHECK OUT INFORMATIONAL BOOTHS AND DISPLAYS, AND DON'T MISS THE POPULAR COOKING DEMO AT 10 A.M. BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY -- THERE'S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!
		Location: 2156 Sierra Way, SLO
	11:00 AM - 4:00 PM	Free Energy Balancing Clinic
		Contact: Wendy McKenna 805-438-4347 wendy@globalalliance.ws
		Global Alliance for Balance and Healing is offering free energy balancing sessions on Saturday, August 20 from 11:00am to 4:00pm. The free clinic will be held at Sierra Vista Hospital in the Auditorium, 1010 Murray Avenue, San Luis Obispo. Parking is best in the outpatient parking lot (on the west side and then go through the second entrance sliding glass doors). Once you enter the doors, turn right and then left into the auditorium. Look for our Global Alliance signs. Sessions are 25 minutes in duration and no appointment is necessary. All are welcome. Visit www.globalalliance.ws or call 805-438-4347 to learn about energy balancing or other offerings from the Global Alliance for Balance and Healing.
		Location: Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center
	12:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Ride with Confidence: Free Bike Ed Workshop August 20th
		Contact: leslie 8055472055 leslie@slobikelane.org
		The SLO County Bicycle Coalition, a local non-profit, offers free bike education workshops every month to the public. If you want to start riding a bike, but aren’t sure where to start, these workshops are perfect to get you out on two wheels! You have a legal right to be on the road and the Coalition's workshops give you the tools to make it easy. Bike Ed Workshops teach traffic psychology and techniques that will empower you on the road. August's workshop is held from 12:30 - 5:00 pm, giving you more time to sleep in before you join the free workshops to boost your bike knowledge. Whether it’s to save money, get exercise, support sustainability, or simply rediscover the fun of being on two wheels, lots of people are getting back on the saddle. With confidence, bicycling is a safe and enjoyable way to travel. The Coalition has two more workshops scheduled for 2011, August 20th and September 17. All workshops are held in the Coalition's downtown offices in San Luis Obispo.
		Location: 860 Pacific St, Suite 105, San Luis Obispo, CA
	1:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Auditions for Canzona Women's Ensemble
		Contact: Jill Anderson (805) 773-8922 jeanders@ccpathology.com
		Canzona women's Ensemble announces auditions for its 2011-12 season on Thursday evening, August 18 and Saturday afternoon, August 20. Experienced female choral singers who would like to be considered for the group should e-mail a resume to Jill Anderson at jeanders@ccpathology.com. Qualified applicants will be assigned an audition time (please specify date preferred). Singers should be prepared to perform a solo song and do some vocalizing and sight reading. For more information, call Jill at 773-8922 or Cricket at 704-0984.
	2:00 PM - 4:30 PM	Cavort with Color! Watercolor Workshop
		Contact: Barbara Radovich 805 544 9251 artsed@artsobispo.org
		Fun and engaging Tracy Taylor watercolor workshop for all levens incliduing NON artists! Co-sponsored by Art Central, this is a fundraiser for ARTS Obispo. The workshop will be help at Art Supply and gallery at 1329 Monterey Street in San Luis Obispo and the cost is $50/person. Includes wine and appetizers. For more information, please contact 805 544 9251.
		Location: 1329 Monterey Street
	6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Ken Haggard To Sign Copies Of Passive Solar Architecture
		Contact: Ken Haggard or Rachel Aljilani 805-438-4452 slosg@slonet.org
		San Luis Obispo, CA – Aug 2011. Ken Haggard, one of the nation’s top solar pioneers provides homeowners, architects and builders the keys to successfully use the sun and climate resources for heating, cooling, ventilation, and daylighting in his latest book *Passive Solar Architecture.* Haggard will speak and sign copies of *Passive Solar Architecture* Saturday, August 20th from 6-8 pm at Steynberg Gallery, 1531 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, Ca. Drawing on examples from decades of their own experiences, Haggard offer readers principles, details and formulas necessary to successfully design more comfortable, healthy, and secure places in which to live. Books will be available at the author’s discount of 30%, and a portion of the proceeds will benefit SLO Green Build, a non-profit dedicated to making every building a green building. Margot McDonald in Solar Today Jul/Aug 2011says; “*Passive Solar Architecture* is a welcome addition to any bookshelf on green architecture and sustainability. It will be useful to all homeowners, builders, architects and engineers”. ### For more information on *Passive Solar Architecture*: http://media.chelseagreen.com/passive-solar-architecture/ For more information about SLO Green Build: www.slogreenbuild.org
		Location: Steynberg Gallery, 1531 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, Ca.
	6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Passive Solar Architecture Book Release & Signing
		Contact: Ken Haggard 805-438-4452 slosg@slonet.org
		Ken Haggard invites you to celebrate the release of Passive Solar Architecture. Please join two of the book’s authors at the book signing and release. Saturday, August 20^th from 6-8 pm at the Steynberg Gallery, 1531 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo. Books will be available at the author’s discount of 30%. A portion of the proceeds will benefit SLO Green Build, a non-profit dedicated to making every building a green building. “Passive Solar Architecture is a welcome addition to any bookshelf on green architecture and sustainability. It will be useful to homeowners, builders, architects and engineers,” said Margot McDonald in a book review for Solar Today Jul/Aug 2011.
		Location: 1531 Monterey St. in San Luis Obispo 93401
	6:30 PM - 9:30 PM	One Night Stand 20th Anniversary Fundraising Event for Art From Scrap
		Contact: Melissa 805-884-0459 x17 devo@artfromscrap.org
		Saturday, August 20^this the evening when celebrity and professional artists from around the country come together for a One Night Stand! One Night Stand is an art exhibition and celebration of Art From Scrap’s 20^th Anniversary. Over 200 artists have accepted the challenge of creating a 9” x 9” work of art that will be exhibited for one night only on August 20^th, at Gallery 27 in downtown Santa Barbara. Jeff Bridges, Yoko Ono, Jack Johnson, and Andy Davis are among the celebrity artists who have donated art to One Night Stand. Professional artists Jesse Alexander, Ann Hamilton, John Nava, Ann Diener and over 150 other artists have contributed work for what promises to be the art event of the year. The stellar evening includes a Silent Auction, festivities, food, and music. One Night Standwill be up for one night only. Showcasing art in all mediums, One Night Stand has an element of surprise; none of the art in the show will be identified by artist until after the artwork is purchased. Each work of art will be sold for $200.00 with the proceeds benefiting Art From Scrap, a leading environmental education and art organization, now in its 20^th year of encouraging creative expression in the arts and promoting a greater understanding of environmental issues. In total 203 artists have committed to One Night Stand including: Marcia Burtt, Mary Heebner, Jane Callister, Neal Crosbie, Michael Drury, Hari Orme, Joe Shea, Bill Dewey, Hugh Margerum, and Joan Tanner. For a complete list of artists, visit www.onenightstandafs.com. One Night Stand’s sponsors include: Silver Patron, POM Wonderful, Santa Barbara Bank and Trust, Citrix online, Marborg Industries, Allied Waste Services, and Brooks Institute. Early Entry and General Entry tickets to One Night Stand are available online at www.onenightstandafs.com, onsite at Art From Scrap, and by calling (805) 884-0459 x17. General Entry to the event costs $20.00. Preview and Early Entry: $100.00. If you are interested in Special Package Purchases, and Sponsorship Opportunities, call Melissa Brooks at (805) 884-0459 x17. Art lovers and collectors, mark your calendars! While this may be your first One Night Stand, weguarantee you will feel great the next morning, knowing that your generosity has helped to support environmental education and the arts… and Art From Scrap will have the utmost respect for you!
		Location: Gallery 27 Santa Barbara
	7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Classical Guitar Concert with Lily Afshar
		Contact: Vahid Imani (805) 245-1996 simhstudio@yahoo.com
		The world reknowned classical guitarist Lily Afshar will be giving a beautiful classical guitar performance in the Santa Ynez Valley.
		Location: Santa Ynez High School Little Theatre
	7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	SLOFOLKS presents in concert: Peppino D'Agostino with special guest Jeff Campitelli
		Contact: Castoro Cellars 238-0725 info@castorocellars.com
		Peppino D'Agostino, voted "BEST ACOUSTIC GUITARIST" by readers of Guitar Player Magazine’s 2007 Reader’s Choice Awards, is not your conventional steel-string acoustic guitarist. He cannot be pinned down to a particular style and that's exactly the way this internationally acclaimed virtuoso wants it. "I'm not just an acoustic guitar player," he said. "I want to stretch the limits of the acoustic guitar in terms of melody, harmony and rhythm, adding percussive effects while addressing those first three elements. Ultimately, my mission is to touch people in a heartfelt way both emotionally and intellectually." A familiar performer to this area, Peppinohas been coming to play for SLOFOLKS every August for over twenty years. Peppino D'Agostino has performed for SLOfolks for over 20 years, every August, surprising us each year with a special guest performer. Joining Peppino this year at Castoro Cellars only is Jeff Campitelli Jeff Campitelli is a drummer who is currently with Joe Satriani on many of his albums as well as when he performs live. He currently uses Drum Workshop drums and Paiste cymbals. Before Satriani's breakthrough in instrumental music he was with Joe Satriani in a band called "The SQUARES". Jeff also played with the groups "RAGE" and "BLITZ" with Tim Hall, Dave Rouse aka Ronnie Trazom, Barry Hogue and David McBurnie. Jeff also played all drums on a recording project for "METRO" (Ronnie Trazoms group in 1987). Jeff has been selected by Rolling Stone magazine as the 50th greatest drummer of all time. Jeff, as the drummer for Joe Satriani’s band has credits on all of his albums, including the legendary Surfing with the Alien, Super Colossal and Satriani's latest release, Professor Satchafunkilus and the Musterion of Rock. He is also the drummer that powers the G3 Tour - keeping time for Joe and fellow guitar gods Yngwie Malmsteen, Steve Vai, John Petrucci, Eric Johnson, Kenny Wayne Sheppard and others. Jeff is endorsed by DW, Paiste, Evans, Vic Firth, and Earthworks and has been active as an educator - teaching drums for over 25 years. Jeff is currently touring with Peppino D'Agostino. Castoro Cellars: 1315 No. Bethel Rd., Templeton, CA (805) 238-0725. Dinner will be available and provided by Dining with Andre at 6pm. TICKETS: $22 for concert.
		Location: Castoro Cellars, Templeton
Sunday August 21, 2011
		Antique Center Mall Fundraiser for K-9 PALS
		Contact: rosalie Skefich 805-968-2112 rosalie@custom-env.com
		FUNDRAISER / DOG ADOPTIONS / DOOR PRIZES / FREE FOOD ANTIQUE CENTER MALL / SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY K-9 PALS BENEFIT Sunday, August 21, 2011 As past adopters, the owners of locally-owned Antique Center Mall, Santa Barbara, home to that perfect piece of furniture or collectible, and Sotheby’s International Realty, are having a fundraiser on Sunday, August 21 for K-9 PALS to help care for the homeless and abandoned dogs at the Santa Barbara County Animal Shelters. This event has something for everyone ! Visit the Antique Center Mall anytime during the event and browse their wares, visit with adoptable dogs, participate in their prize drawings (valued at $1,000), and enjoy sandwiches by Valentino’s Pizza. Antique Center Mall will donate 20% of all purchases through August 21 to K-9 PALS to raise money for veterinary care and assistance for the homeless dogs at the Santa Barbara County Animal Shelter. Flyer = http://www.k-9pals.org/images/antiquemallloffsiteadoptionfundraiser2.pdf Remember to tell all your friends, family, and other dog welfare supporters. Antique Center Mall 4434 Hollister Avenue (near Modoc Road) Santa Barbara, CA 11:00 am – 3:00 pm *Special 'Thank you' to David De Lisle of Antique Center Mall & Cherie De Lisle of Sotheby's International Realty*
		Location: 4434 Hollister Avenue, SB
		Of Mice and Men
		Contact: Deborah Tobola, Artistic Director (805) 264-5463 staff@poeticjusticeproject.org
		Poetic Justice Project’s production of John Steinbeck’s Of Mice and Men will debut at the 31^st Annual International Steinbeck Festival in Salinas on Sunday, August 7 at 2:30 p.m. before playing on the Central Coast. The performance in Salinas is free to residents of Monterey County; for others it is free with Steinbeck Museum admission. Subsequent performances will be held in Santa Maria, Lompoc and Arroyo Grande. Poetic Justice Project received a generous grant from the James Irvine Foundation’s Creative Connections Fund to produce the classic play with a cast of formerly incarcerated actors. Directed by Jake McGuire, the play features Guillermo Willie as George, Nick Homick as Lennie, Phil Jones as Candy, Angel McGee as Curley’s wife, and Cooper Wise as Slim. Roy Henry sings music composed by Shawn Collins. An outdoor performance will be held on Friday, Aug. 12 at Pioneer Park, 1000 W. Foster Road in Santa Maria. A barbecue dinner is included in the $16 ticket price. The barbecue begins at 5 p.m. and the performance begins at 6 p.m. Advance ticket purchase is recommended for this performance. On Sunday, Aug. 14, there is a 2 p.m. matinee at the Lompoc Civic Auditorium, 217 N. L Street in Lompoc. Of Mice and Men will play at The Spot, 116 W. Branch Avenue in Arroyo Grande Friday through Sunday, Aug. 19-21. Evening shows are on Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m., with Saturday and Sunday matinees beginning at 2 p.m. Tickets range from $10 to $20 and can be purchased at the door, or by calling Brown Paper Tickets 24/7 hotline at 1-800-838-3006, or from Poetic Justice Project’s website, poeticjusticeproject.org. Through collaboration of formerly incarcerated writers, artists, musicians and actors, Poetic Justice Project creates original theatre examining crime, punishment and redemption.Previous productions include Blue Train and Off The Hook. Poetic Justice Project is a program of the award-winning William James Association, based in Santa Cruz, which provides arts instruction to people on parole and probation, prisoners and youth at risk of incarceration.
		Location: Various
	10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Come to Your Center
		Contact: Rev Theresa Desmond (805) 610-4005 cometoyourcenter@yahoo.com
		Gold Coast Center for Spiritual Living wil be meeting at the Pewter Plough Playhouse Cafe 824 Main St., Cambria, Sundays 10-11am. We begin our discussion/study group with 6-8 weeks in "The Art of Being" 101 Ways to Practice Purpose, by Dr. Dennis Merritt Jones. Join the conversation and discover that who you are and what you do with your life really DOES matter! Come to Your Center with an open heart. We invite you to be the co-creator of your life! Fees: by donation. Purchase the book and download the free workbook at www.dennismerrittjones.com. For more information contact Rev Theresa Desmond at (805) 610-4005. Come to YOUR Center, the Gold Coast Center for Spiritual Living, Cambria!
		Location: 824 Main St
	1:00 PM - 2:30 PM	Initiative to label GMOs
		Contact: Betty Winholtz 772-5912 winholtz@sbcglobal.net
		A California ballot initiative to require labeling of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO’s) is gathering steam. If it's on the label, you can choose. Come learn more about the issue and the initiative: Saturday, August 20, 1 p.m., 2276 S. Broad St. (RaboBank Conference Room), SLO. Saturday, August 20, 3 p.m., 845 S. Main St. (Coalesce Chapel), Morro Bay. Sunday, August 21, 1 p.m., 615 W. Tefft St. (RaboBank Conference Room), Nipomo. For more information, call Stephanie at 931-0619 or Betty at 772-5912
	1:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Music On The Library Lawn
		Contact: arleen lewis arleenlewis061@verizon.net
		Each Sunday August 7,14, 21 from 1 til 3 pm Lompoc Library will host a free concert: Aug. 7 The Jazz Devine, Aug. 14 Eclectic5, Aug. 21 The Southside Bluegrass Band. Come on out and have lunch with us the Lompoc Host Lions will be selling their famous Tri-Tip sandwiches. Hope to see you there. Given back to the community. Library Located 501 East North Avenue.
		Location: Lompoc
	1:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Viper Six at Salisbury Vineyards Schoolhouse Rock
		Contact: Ted Waterhouse 805 783-2681 edcat@aol.com
		The Viper Six will be back and jumpin' at Salisbury Vineyards "Schoolhouse Rock" Summer concert series this Sunday August 21 · 1:00pm - 4:00pm. With Miz Buffy Doran, Ted Waterhouse, Bob Osborn, Bob Brenman, Mike Dias, Jim Stromberg It's a real fun afternoon in a beautiful setting. Plenty of room to dance. Free admission, food and wine for purchase. Bring the entire Family! Salisbury Vineyards 6985 Ontario Road San Luis Obispo, Ca.
		Location: San Luis Obispo
	1:30 PM - 3:00 PM	Larisa Stow & Shakti Tribe Concert
		Contact: Chris Garey 805-489-7359 chris@peacefulpoint.com
		Larisa Stow & Shakti Tribe Concert, Sunday, August 21^st, 1:30 p.m, at Unity-Five Cities, outdoors on the grounds of the historic Victorian, 789 Valley Rd., Arroyo Grande. $15 in advance at church, $20 at the door. Larisa Stow & Shakti Tribe: “Once seen, never forgotten”. Through their music with a Southern European Middle Eastern flavor, the concepts of universal peace, hope, oneness and love are presented in a unique and participatory way. Seldom does the audience at a Larisa Stow & Shakti concert stay seated. They become at one with the music and involved in joyful celebration. Sponsored by: Dr. Warren Chester and the Center for Creative Thought & Unity - Five Cities Contact: Center for CreativeThought : 805-541-1971 www.centerforcreativethought.org Unity: Chris Garey 805-489-7359 chris@peacefulpoint.com www.unity5cities.org
		Location: 789 Valley Road, Arroyo Grande
	3:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Baywood Ukulele Social Club
		Contact: Jim D'Ville 503-200-9584 dville@teleport.com
		Another meeting of the Baywood Ukulele Social Club is coming Sunday, August 21, 3 p.m. at the Back Bay Cafe in Baywood Park, California, next to the pier. The event is free and open to the public. Bring your ukulele and strum on by! For more information, visit BaywoodUke-dot-Blogspot-dot-com. Or call 503-200-9584.
		Location: 1399 Second Street
Tuesday August 23, 2011
	6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Free Pineal Toning Group
		Contact: Wendy McKenna 805-438-4347 wendy@globalalliance.ws
		Global Alliance for Balance and Healing is offering a fun and relaxing Pineal Toning Group on Tuesday, August 23 from 6:30pm to 7:30pm. This free Pineal Toning Group will be held at the Global Alliance for Balance and Healing Center of Light and Learning, 22720 El Camino Real, Suite C in Santa Margarita. Information will be provided to those new to Pineal Toning. There is no need to register, just come and enjoy the experience. The Pineal Toning Group meets every fourth Tuesday of the month, is always free, and is facilitated by Global Alliance Healing Team members.
		Location: Global Alliance for Balance and Healing Center of Light and Learning
	7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Paso Robles Art Association Photography Guild
		Contact: Sasha Irving 805.238.9800 sasha@studiosonthepark.org
		The PRAA Photography Guild's members share a love of photography. This guild shares information, photographs agreed upon subjects (this meeting will explore “beaches”) and critiques work from shoots. Occasionally, speakers are scheduled on topics specific to this guild. Guild meetings are free to PRAA members and non-members pay $5 per meeting. Meetings are typically scheduled on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from 7 pm - 9 pm. Studios on the Park, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit open studios art center, is located at 1130 Pine Street in the heart of historic downtown Paso Robles. For more information, go to www.StudiosOnThePark.org
		Location: Studios on the Park
	7:00 PM - 10:00 PM	The Duo-Tones - a benefit for the De Groot Home
		Contact: Guy Ober 805-550-0474 porscheguy51@sbcglobal.net
		An Evening of Acoustic Surf Music to Benefit DeGroot Home on August 23 The riffs are instantly recognizable – from the opening notes of “Pipeline” or “Wipeout”, you’re on a ride down memory lane with the stars of 60’s surf music. You’ll have a chance to experience the trip for yourself with a special local performance by The Duo-Tones. The Duo-Tones are Paul Johnson, of the Belairs (“Mr Moto”) and the Surfaris (“Wipeout”) and Gil Orr of the Chantays (“Pipeline”). These multi-talented 60’s surf music superstars will be performing an intimate acoustic show on Tuesday, August 23^rd, at 7 pm, at the Oddfellows Hall, 520 Dana St, in San Luis Obispo. You’ll be surrounded by surf ambiance – stage décor will be provided by Central Coast Surfboards. National Resophonic Guitars, the world-renowned manufacturer of resonator guitars and other instruments, will be on hand with a display, along with a “guest instrument” to be played by the performers. This concert will also serve as a “sneak preview” of the upcoming “Surfstock” event, to be held locally this fall. Tickets are $15 (cash only) at the door. All proceeds will benefit the De Groot Nursing Home for Children, a care facility for medically-fragile kids. For more information, call Ron at 805-549-8530 or Guy at 805-550-0474.
		Location: 520 Dana Street, San Luis Obispo, CA
Wednesday August 24, 2011
		RSVP FUNDRAISER
		Contact: Marie Brinkmeyer 805-544-8740 rsvpslo@srvolunteer.org
		3rd Annual Hawaiian Vacation Giveaway! Tickets now on sale through August 24, 2011. Wonderful prizes - 1st Prize: One Week in Hawaii (including airfare for two); 2nd Prize: $1,000 Worth of Gasoline; 3rd Prize: Overnight at SeaCrest Beach Resort plus two tickets to the Melodrama. This is the RSVP (Retired & Senior Volunteer Program) major fundraiser of the year and community support is vital to making it a success. For more information on how to get your tickets please call 805-544-8740 in San Luis Obispo, or 805-922-9931 In Santa Maria. If you would rather come to our office we are located at 660 Pismo Street, San Luis Obispo or 528 South Broadway, Santa Maria. Hours in San Luis Obispo are 9 - 5, Monday through Friday and in Santa Maria 9 - 1 Tuesday through Friday. Great value for the ticket price of $5.00 or 5 tickets for $20.00. You may be the winner! Thank you for reading about our event, and for your support of RSVP. The raffle drawing will be held on the Dave Congalton Show, Talk Show 920 on August 26, 2011 between 3:30 and 4 p.m.
	12:00 PM	CASA Volunteers Needed
		Contact: CASA of San Luis Obispo County 805-541-6542 staff@slocasa.org
		Attend an information session about becoming an advocate for an abused or neglected child. Bilingual and male volunteers are encouraged to attend. Or join the CASA Guild, a group dedicated to supporting CASA through awareness, community involvement and fundraising. Attend one of our many information sessions to learn more about CASA. Call or email with any questions. Information sessions are held at the CASA office on the 4th Wednesday of every month.
		Location: CASA of San Luis Obispo, 75 Higuera St., #180, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Thursday August 25, 2011
	9:00 AM - 7:30 PM	Free Computer Classes @ SLO Library
		Contact: Kristine Tardiff 781-5783 katardiff@slolibrary.org
		The San Luis Obispo Library is offering free computer classes on a variety of topics for individuals of various skill levels. All classes are held in the 2^nd floor computer lab at the library, 995 Palm Street. Space is limited and advanced registration is required. Individuals may sign up in person at the library, or call 781-5783. Classes are as follows: *Introduction to Computers– Learn how to operate a computer and to use the Internet. You will learn how the keyboard, mouse, computer and printers work together. You will learn how to use the Internet for e-mail and to find information. · Tuesday, July 19, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. OR Thursday, July 21, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Microsoft Word, Level 1– Learn how to use Microsoft Word to write letters, resumes, memos, and reports. You will learn how to use Word’s two most powerful features – Outlines and Styles. With these tools, you can use Word to create any document! · Tuesday, July 26, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. OR Thursday, July 28, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Microsoft Word, Level 2– Learn more advanced features of Microsoft Word. You will learn the power of page layout, text boxes, adding graphics, headers and footers, and other features. With these advanced tools, you can create newsletters and other publications. · Tuesday, August 2, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. OR Thursday, August 4, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Microsoft Publisher, Level 1– Learn how to use Microsoft Publisher to create brochures and flyers. You will learn how to use Publishers robust layout features and graphic handling. With these features, you will learn how to create promotional pieces for your business or organization. · Tuesday, August 9, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. OR Thursday, August 11, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Microsoft Publisher, Level 2– Learn the more advanced features of Microsoft Publisher. You will learn how to create multiple pages and have common page formatting, link text across pages, color management, and other advance features. With these tools, you will be able to create advance publications like booklets and pamphlets. · Tuesday, August 16, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. OR Thursday, August 18, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. How to Use Social Media*– Learn how to use Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. You will learn how to create a presence on each of these social media sites and how to use them for personal and family communication, furthering your career, and for promoting your business. Also, you can keep up with your favorite musician, restaurant, shoe store, etc. · Tuesday, August 23, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. OR Thursday, August 25, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
		Location: SLO Library Computer Lab
	11:30 AM - 1:30 PM	Back to School BBQ & Bake Sale
		Contact: Cindy Johnson 877-266-4073 cindy.johnson@vwr.com
		Ward’s Natural Science, a local science education company, is hosting a back to school BBQ and bake sale to raise money for DonorsChoose.org. Please join us Thursday August 25^th from 11:30-1:30 pm at our office at 812A Fiero Lane off of Broad Street, for good food for a good cause. All proceeds raised will go to DonorsChoose, a non-profit that connects donors to classrooms in need.
	6:00 PM - 8:30 PM	Cavort with Color! Watercolor Workshop
		Contact: Barbara Radovich 805 544 9251 artsed@artsobispo.org
		Fun and engaging Tracy Taylor watercolor workshop for all levens incliduing NON artists! Co-sponsored by Art Central, this is a fundraiser for ARTS Obispo. The workshop will be help at Art Supply and gallery at 1329 Monterey Street in San Luis Obispo and the cost is $50/person. Includes wine and appetizers. For more information, please contact 805 544 9251.
		Location: 1329 Monterey Street
	6:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Jade Jackson Band plays The Porch
		Contact: Steve Key 805-204-6821 bonnien27@gmail.com
		The Jade Jackson Band The Porch 22322 El Camino Real, Santa Margarita California 93453 805-438-3376 6:30 – 9:30 pm Free! Jade Jackson, a high school grad from Santa Margarita is headed to SoCal to attend college this fall. She’ll be making a farewell appearance at The Porch in San Margarita on August 25. Jade has been playing guitar, writing songs, and playing local coffee shops, wineries and restaurants for over 4 years. She has opened for The Charlie Daniels Band, The Devil Makes Three, Phil Vassar and Billy Carrington. She recently released her debut CD Vintage Heart which she recorded at Painted Skies Studios in Cambria. You can hear some of her original tunes at http://www.myspace.com/jadinejackson Backing up Jade is bass player Charlie Kleemann, and master lead guitarist Jeff Bedrosian. The trio opened for Merle Haggard at Pozo Saloon last year, and played two stages at the 2010 Live Oak Music Festival. Songwriters At Play holds showcases are held every Thursday night, 6:30-9:30 at The Porch, 22322 El Camino Real, Santa Margarita, 805-438-3376. The showcase includes one featured act and others playing 4-song sets. We pass the tip jar during the featured set, otherwise no cover. All ages are welcome. Have a pizza! For more info on this event or other Songwriters At Play! showcases, go to:
		Location: Santa Margarita
	7:30 PM	Lewis Black: In God We Rust
		Contact: Ticket Box Office 805-756-2787 pac.calpoly@gmail.com
		One of the most prolific and popular comedians working today, Black has perfected observing the political and social absurdities in life, expressing what the rest of us cannot say in polite company. He rants so we don’t have to! Whether he’s reporting on “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart” or selling out nationwide stand-up tours, Black explores his love/hate relationship with the world around him through stinging wit and true wisdom. (Adult content) Sponsored by KZOZ 93.3 “Republicans are a party with bad ideas and Democrats are a party with no ideas.” ~ Lewis Black
		Location: Performing Arts Center - Chirstopher Cohan Center
Friday August 26, 2011
		Trolley to the Avila Beach Fish 'N Farmers Market
		Contact: Aimee Wyatt, RTA 805-788-2706 awyatt@slorta.org
		Get ready for free trolley rides that will be waiting to take you to the Avila Fish and Farmer’s Market in scenic Avila Beach. The new spring and summer service kicks off with the first market of the season this Friday, April 1st, 2011 and will augment the current Saturday and Sunday schedule. Riders can board the Avila Trolley from 3:40 p.m. to 8:05 p.m. throughout the community. Passengers that ride to the convenient Ocean Park Trolley stop, half a block from the market area, will receive a market buck good for $1 off food or produce. The trolley, has numerous stops, including the convenient park & ride lots at the Bob Jones Bike Path and the PG&E Community Center, Avila Hot Springs and the KOA campground, the Avila Barn, San Luis Bay Estates and Port San Luis. See www.slorta.org/avila for a full schedule and list of pickup and drop-off locations.
		Location: Avila Beach, CA
	5:00 PM - 7:00 PM	FREE Ice Cream Social for Alliance for Lupus Research
		Contact: Jaime Umphenour 805-462-1022 pamperedjaime@yahoo.com
		Please join the Alliance for Lupus Research for a FREE Ice Cream social to raise awareness for Lupus. The free event will be held at the Atascadero Sunken Gardens on August 26, 2011 from 5-7pm. Come and enjoy ice cream sundaes provided by Coldstone Creamery of Atascadero, carnival-style games and music. Ples, KSBY weatherman, Dave Hovde will be broadcasting live from the event! Attendees can also learn more about lupus and how to get involved with the ALR. The ALR is the world's largest charitable funder of lupus research and EVERY dollar raised goes directly to support lupus research programs. The ALR's Board of Direcotrs pay for all administrative and fundraising programs. For more information, call Jaime at 462-1022 or go to www.lupusresearch.org/sanluisobispo
		Location: Atascadero Sunken Gardens
	8:30 PM - 10:30 PM	Gentlemen Prefer Blondes - Arts & Lectures FREE Summer Cinema
		Contact: Arts & Lectures 805-893-3535 aandl-info@sa.ucsb.edu
		Admission: FREE Anita Loos’s smash-hit musical comedy found its quintessential interpretation in this movie adaptation featuring Jane Russell and the positively astounding Marilyn Monroe as Lorelei Lee. In witty, campy sequences such as “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend” Monroe really shines – but credit must be given to director Howard Hawks. (1953, 91 minutes) Alternate Screening: Wed, Aug 24 / 7:30 PM / UCSB Campbell Hall For more information call UCSB Arts & Lectures at 805-893-3535 or on-line at www.artsandlectures.ucsb.eduor Santa Barbara County Arts Commission at 805-568-3990.** Films presented by UCSB Arts & Lectures, Santa Barbara County Park Foundation, Santa Barbara County Arts Commission and the Santa Barbara Film Commission Sponsored by the Santa Barbara Independent andKCSB 91.9 FM. Films at UCSB presented with support from the UCSB Summer Cultural and Enrichment Program and the Freshman Summer Start Program. UCSB Arts & Lectures 2011-12 season is sponsored by lynda.com
		Location: SB County Courthouse Sunken Garden
Saturday August 27, 2011 - Sunday August 28, 2011
		Little Shop of Horrors
		Contact: Clark Center Box Office 805-489-9444 info@clarkcenter.org
		Sorcerer Productions presents the theatre classic Little Shop of Horrors at the Clark Center for the Performing Arts from August 12, 2011 to August 28, 2011. One of the longest-running Off-Broadway shows of all time, this affectionate spoof features a down-and out skid row floral assistant who becomes an overnight sensation when he discovers an exotic plant with a mysterious craving for fresh blood. Featuring Show Direction by Don Stewart, Musical Direction by Mark Robertshaw and Choreography by Ryan Beck (previously of American Dance), Little Shop of Horrors is sure to give you the thrills…and chills! For tickets, call 805-489-9444 or visit www.clarkcenter.org.
		Location: Clark Center - Arroyo Grande
Saturday August 27, 2011 - Sunday August 28, 2011
		Portraits Of Nature
		Contact: Sasha Irving 805.238.9800 sasha@studiosonthepark.org
		Portraits of Nature is an exhibition of original works by artist Julie Dunn. Created over the past 13 years, this unique collection of tempera batik paintings on paper features images of endangered and exotic species, outrageously gorgeous flowers, and beautiful landscapes. Julie’s style is characterized by vivid color, an appealing textural surface, and compelling imagery. With Portraits of Nature, she encourages viewers to "Take a moment to enjoy the sheer delight of looking closely at a flower, Stop and admire the landscape that we enjoy on the Central Coast each and every day, Gaze into the eyes of a magnificent wild animal that shares this planet that we all graciously live on, and Appreciate and attend to the beauty around us!" Studios on the Park, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit open studios art center, is located at 1130 Pine Street in the heart of historic downtown Paso Robles. For more information, go to www.StudiosOnThePark.org
		Location: Studios on the Park
Saturday August 27, 2011
	9:00 AM - 4:00 PM	Mastering QuickBooks
		Contact: Greg Perry 805-781-2580 gregperry@kcbx.org
		Join us for this new 6-hour accelerated course that will get you up to speed using QuickBooks and provide hands-on experience in our computer lab. Topics include setting up company files, navigation, working with Lists, Centers, and Reports, creating invoices, managing vender accounts and inventory, and more. Class size is limited, so register early! Register online at: www.kcbx.net or call 781-2580. Price is $85.00. Instructor: Lauri Sowa, QuickBooks ProAdvisor
		Location: 4100 Vachell Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
	11:00 AM - 1:00 PM	Bike with Mike
		Contact: Michael Anthony 949 701 0271 ma.now@sbcglobal.net
		If you have MS as I do or a disability of the legs or are recovering from an injury to the legs I have an electric bike that senses your fatigue and assists you with power. It has enhanced my balance, strength and tenacity. ON SATURDAY AUG 27th Michael Anthony will host a Bike With Mike ride and demo of this amazing bike. Meet at Shoreline Beach Café 801 Shoreline Dr. 11:00am to 1:00pm for demos. Ride out after demos to Stella Mares Restaurant at the Bird Sanctuary 5.8 miles each way.
Saturday August 27, 2011 - Sunday August 28, 2011
	12:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Absolutely Abstract: Two Day Workshop with Lynn Kishiyama?
		Contact: Sasha Irving 805.238.9800 sasha@studiosonthepark.org
		In this two day workshop you will explore color theory, composition, and texture and use these elements as a foundation for planning and creating your dynamic collage. You will experiment with different materials, mediums and techniques and use them to expand your creative expression to achieve the effect you desire. Your creativity and passion will be rewarded when you complete an original ready-to-frame collage during this action packed and fun workshop. Your payment will confirm your space. Hurry these classes fill up fast! Class fee of $190 includes materials. Studios on the Park, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit open studios art center, is located at 1130 Pine Street in the heart of historic downtown Paso Robles. For more information, go to www.StudiosOnThePark.org
		Location: Studios on the Park
Saturday August 27, 2011
	2:00 PM - 5:00 PM	AUDITIONS for Santa Barbara Strings
		Contact: Linda Burrows 805-688-7423 Lsbethechange@mac.com
		The SANTA BARBARA STRINGS orchestral training program will be holding auditions for its 2011-2012 season on the afternoon of Saturday, August 27^th. Santa Barbara Strings is a multi-tiered string orchestra program currently training and inspiring young musicians from ages 5 through 19 through studying and performing classical repertoire from the Renaissance/Baroque era to the modern periods - from Bach to Tchaikovsky to Vaughan Williams under Artistic Director Mary Beth Woodruff. Sinfonietta and Intermezzo will be rehearsing on Saturday afternoons throughout the school year beginning on Saturday, September 10^th. The orchestras will be performing two concerts this season. Auditions will be held at the Monte Vista School at 730 North Hope Avenue in Santa Barbara. To schedule an audition between 2 and 5 pm on August 27^thplease send an email to sbstrings@gmail.com or call Shannon at (847) 691-3622. Students should bring a prepared solo piece.
		Location: Monte Vista School, SB
	3:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Guitar Hereos
		Contact: Nina Dunbar 805-965-7321 ndunbar@artsfundsb.org
		Arts Fund of Santa Barbara presents "Guitar Heroes" a conversation with Robert Carbonaro, artists/craftsman, and Chris Kamen, owner Classical Guitar International. A discussion about the art of guitar making, tour Robert's studio, concert w Pat Malone and Scott Wolf. 3-5pm "Guitar Heroes" is part of Salon Series 2011. Tickets 805-965-7321 www.artsfundsb.org After the Salon... "Guitar as Concert" SOHO 8/27 6-8pm
		Location: Sent w Reservation
	5:30 PM - 10:00 PM	3rd Annual British Invasion
		Contact: Shannon McGee 805-227-4812 s.mcgee@vinarobles.com
		3rd Annual British Invasion Event - to benefit Big Borthers Big Sisters of SLO County and the Paso Robles High School Boosters. Journey back to the raucous 1960s British Rock n' Roll era with local cover band sensation Unfinished Business. Festivities will include: Movie screenings, silent auction featuring fine Paso Robles wines, British car & vintage motorcycle show, fish n chips, award-winning Vina Robles wines, and more! Proceeds will benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of SLO County and the Paso Robles High School Boosters. Visit www.VinaRobles.com for details & tickets. Times: Doors open at 5:30 pm, Concert starts at 7:00 pm Location: Vina Robles Hospitality Center Address: 3700 Mill Road, off Hwy 46E Event City: Paso Robles Phone: 805.227.4812 Parking: Free on Site Low Admission: $20/Wine Club members High Admission: $25/pp
		Location: Vina Robles Hospitality Center
	7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Andersen's Restaurant presents: An evening of Jazz and Bossa Nova
		Contact: Andersen's Restaurant 805-962-5085 dana@marmaladerecords.com
		Andersen's Restaurant presents: An evening of Jazz and Bossa Nova Featuring Nicole Lvoff-vocals, Kevin Fukagawa-piano, Brendan Statom-bass Jazz Chanteuse beautifully sings jazz standards and bossa nova songs of 30s, 40s and 50s Prix-fixe dinner: $25 1106 State Street For dinner reservations call (805) 962-5085 $5 admission
		Location: Andersen's Restaurant
	7:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Escuela del Rio Benefit Concert: Glen Phillips and Delaney Gibson
		Contact: Teresa Hoffert 805.238.0725 events@castorocellars.com
		Glen Phillips, the voice of Toad the Wet Sprocket, and Delaney Gibson, five time MAVRIC Award winner will perform on the Castoro Cellars outdoor stage in a benefit concert for Escuela del Rio, a day program for adults with developmental disabilities in North San Luis Obispo County. Tickets are $30 and are available through Castoro Cellars online or call 1.888.dam.fine. Doors open at 6:00pm. Santa Maria style BBQ available for purchase from the Paso Robles Kiwanas with a portion of proceeds going to Escuela del Rio. Wine available for purchase.
		Location: 1315 North Bethel Road
	7:30 PM - 10:00 PM	Pewter Plough Playhouse Presents THE WOMAN IN BLACK, the Famous Ghost Story/Thriller
		Contact: Box Office (805) 927-3877 boxoffice07@pewterploughplayhouse.org
		*"THE WOMAN IN BLACK"* is one of the most authentic, gripping and acclaimed ghost story/thrillers to reach the stage, full of subtle surprises and suspense. The play is a theatrical phenomenon running for the past 24 years in London. Written by Stephen Mallatratt, from the novel by Susan Hill. The remarkably plausible story, with shades of the supernatural, tells how a London solicitor is plagued by an unsettling event in the past and in a desperate attempt to expunge feelings of unease and foreboding, he enlists the aid of an actor to help recreate the troubling event. The play is set in an old theatre, which is a perfect fit for the intimacy of the PPP. "Most brilliantly effective spine-chiller you'll ever encounter" - London Daily Telegraph The cast features Emma Duncan and Corbin Went, who were fascinated by seeing the West End production of the play in London. Emma beautifully portrayed Emily Dickinson in "The Belle of Amherst" in '08 at the PPP. Corbin appeared on the PPP stage in '09 in "The Mousetrap". The director is Charles Duncan.
		Location: 824 Main Street, corner Sheffield St, West Village, Cambria
	7:30 PM - 10:30 PM	Collegians Alumni Big Band Concert
		Contact: Cal Poly Music Department 805-756-2406 music@calpoly.edu
		Continuing a decade-long tradition, the Cal Poly Collegians Alumni Big Band will perform in the Madonna Inn Ballroom in San Luis Obispo on Saturday, Aug. 27, from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. The band, featuring 20 musicians from across the state of California and beyond, will recreate the swingin' sounds of Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman, Glenn Miller, Les Brown and other big bands of the 1940s through the ’60s. Two winners of the 2011-2012 Collegians' Jazz Scholarship will join in the performance: music majors Dylan Weddle, trumpet, and Jonathan Withem, percussion. The dynamic program of big band jazz and swing is great for dancing or just listening. Admission to the concert is free, but to ensure seating, dinner reservations are suggested. Voluntary contributions for Cal Poly’s Collegians Jazz Scholarship are also appreciated. The alumni band is comprised of Cal Poly graduates from the late 40s to the early 60s, who now live throughout California and in Arizona, Oregon and Massachusetts. Local members are residents of Atascadero and San Luis Obispo. The all-male ensemble -- predecessor to today's acclaimed University Jazz Bands -- was founded in 1937 by longtime Cal Poly Music Department Head Harold P. Davidson. The alumni band has performed for enthusiastic audiences at a variety of local venues including Edna Valley Vineyards, the Central Coast Mall, Mission Plaza, Atascadero Lake Park, and a 1996 pre-opening sound check at the Performing Arts Center at Cal Poly. For more information about the Cal Poly Collegians Alumni Big Band, including historic photos, visit the Collegians Web page. To make a dinner reservation at the Madonna Inn, call 543-3000.
		Location: Madonna Inn - 100 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo
Sunday August 28, 2011
	11:00 AM - 4:30 PM	America's Music, Basin Streeet Regulars
		Contact: George Smith k6kdp@aol.com (805) 481-7840
		PISMO BEACH, August 28 2011: An "America's Music" concert, will be held at Pismo Beach's Veteran's Memorial Building, 780 Bello Street, Three bands will play, Blue Street Jazz Band (1 & 3pm) from Fresno, Mud Skippers Jazz Band (2:30pm) and the BSR Jammers (11AM). Admission $5-$1011am to 4:30pm. SWING DANCING, PAT'S PARASOL PARADERS, ROBBIE'S JAZZY CLOTHES, PEGGY'S SNACK BAR, THE BEVERAGE BAR, CD TABLE, RAFFLE. For information, call or 805-481-7840. Go to websites www.pismojazz.com. This program produced by the Basin Street Regulars. http/:www.pismojazz.com.
		Location: Pismo Beach Veteran’s Hall, 780 Bello Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449
	1:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Karen Tyler Trio brings the blues back
		Contact: Steve Key 805-204-6821 bonnien27@gmail.com
		Karen Tyler Trio returns to Sculpterra Sculpterra Winery `5015 Linne Road, Paso, Robles, CA (805) 226-8881 1:00 – 4:00 pm Free!` Making an encore appearance at Sculpterra Winery on May 22 is award winning singer, songwriter and guitarist Karen Tyler accompanied by blues, jazz, and gospel duo Valerie Johnson and Al B Blue. Two big voices that blend like sister-singers, two guitars, side orders of resonator mandolin and dobro, and the bring-it-on home drive of Miss Val’s washboard playing provide an old time charm that pleases the ears and feeds the soul. Add to that knockout gospel tunes sung only the way Tyler & Johnson can sing them, and you have a little slice of heaven for dessert. Check Karen out at http://www.karentyler.com/ Valerie and Al: http://vjblues.com/ Special guests on Aug. 28 include Bayley Bagby, Mike V, Aireene Espiritu, and Atlanta's Eric Jennings of Geisha Hit Squad. Songwriters At Play holds showcases every Sunday afternoon, 1:00 – 4:00 pm at Sculpterra Winery, 5015 Linne Road, Paso Robles, 805-226-8881. The showcase includes one featured act and others playing 4-song sets. We pass the tip jar during the featured set, otherwise no cover. All ages are welcome -- great place for a family picnic! For directions go to http://www.sculpterra.com/location.html For more info on this event or other Songwriters At Play! showcases, go to :
		Location: Paso Robles
	2:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Andrew Beacock with Bob and Wendy
		Contact: Peter Steynberg 805-547-0278 sgallery@charter.net
		"Bob and Wendy like to step outside their own music sometimes and work with their friends. Andrew Beacock is an English folk singer whose guitar playing and songs are reminiscent of the sixties British folk of Bert Jansch, Nick Drake and John Renbourn. He has been a regular at Ted Waterhouse's Big Variety Nights, has a wonderful album produced by Charles Duncan, and regularly shames locals with his understated fashion sense. Listen to Andrew athttp://www.cdbaby.com/cd/beacock. Steynberg Gallery, which has become SLO's premier music and art venue, offers the perfect setting for an afternoon of music. The cafe will be open for fair trade coffees and teas, munchies, beer and wine." ANDREW BEACOCK Andrew was born in Yorkshire, England but grew up in Lincolnshire on the edge of the fens. Like most kids in drab grey post-war England he was captivated by the American rock 'n roll of Elvis, Eddie Cochran, Buddy Holly, the Everly Brothers etc. and played in several beat groups. After hearing Bob Dylan's first LP he became taken by the folk revival happening throughout the UK - his heroes being Bert Jansch and the Incredible String Band. He played some of the local folk clubs before travelling to Greece and playing cafes there. Moving to the US Andrew has made his home in California's central coast near San Luis Obispo where he plays the local folk venues. His early folk influences show through with his unique finger style guitar playing and sensitive heartfelt, often reflective songs. Although comparisons have been made with Nick Drake, Al Stewart and Donovan, his sound is very much his own ... listening to Andrew can transport one back forty years or so, wearing very pointy shoes! Songs can be heard and Lyrics read at AndrewBeacock.net. REVIEWS ETC. LOCAL CD Pick - Andrew Beacock Andrew's own brand of music follows the tradition of British folk. Soft vocals, sparse arrangements and a traditional flair recalls the music of Al Stewart. Most of the songs here are originals, though they all sound traditional. Lyrically, Beacock doesn’t try to mimic Dylan, eschewing socially conscious messages for songs about growing up in England, haunted places, birds and love. Beacock is joined here by Cambrian cellist Bob Liepman and songwriter Jude Johnstone, who chips in on vocals. SAN LUIS OBISPO TRIBUNE Patrick Pemberton. Britain-born Andrew Beacock has taken his post-war American music dreams and brought them to the source: America. His album of thoughtful songs bear more than a passing resemblance to the work of Leonard Cohen (not to mention Nick Drake, Donovan, and Al Stewart). SAN LUIS OBISPO NEW TIMES Glen Starkey. Folksinger Andrew Beacock has been around the local music scene for quite a while and is a wonderful, wistful performer in the classic folk style- even opening for Jeff Beck back in England during the late sixties (and has been a huge hit at the annual Gramfest gathering)...... SAN DIEGO UNION Bart Mendoza.
	2:00 PM - 4:00 PM	High School Rodeo Association Membership Meeting
		Contact: Sheila Mangione 805-929-6825 sheilam@mangionepayne.com
		California High School Rodeo Association (CHSRA) District 7 is holding its general membership meeting for the 2011-2012 rodeo season on Sunday, August 28 at 2:00 pm at the Madonna Inn in San Luis Obispo. High school and junior high students who are interested in joining CHSRA are invited to attend. Parents/guardians should also attend. For additional information visit www.chsra.comor www.chsradist7.com, or contact, Stacey Nance, staceynance@mac.com (junior high division) or Sheila Mangione, sheilam@mangionepayne.com (high school division).
		Location: Madonna Inn - 100 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo
	2:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Kid's Core Fitness- Open House
		Contact: Tom Hayes 805 801-9224 info@kidscorefitness.com
		1052 E. Grand Avenue, Arroyo Grande www.kidscorefitness.com #805.801.9224 Kids Core Fitness is the only fitness and sports training center on the Central Coast especially for KIDS! We offer plyometric training, CORE fitness, strength training, sport specific training, cardio, yoga, dance fitness, wellness and nutritional counseling, mommy and me, song and storytime, music and movement, family fitness and personal training and more for children of all ages and adults! Come see why we can make your kid jump higher, run faster, throw farther, or hit harder. BBQ Bouncy House Demos Tour the training facility Circuit Training for Kids Under 6 Obstacle Course for Kids 6 and up ENROLLMENT FOR FALL CLASSES FREE REGISTRATION 1052 E. Grand Avenue, Arroyo Grande www.kidscorefitness.com #805.801.9224
		Location: Arroyo Grande
Monday August 29, 2011
	7:00 PM	Katie Boeck in Concert!
		Contact: Steve Key 805-204-6821 bonnien27@gmail.com
		Katie Boeck in concert The Spot 116 W. Branch Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 805-474-5711 Show starts at 7:00, general admission $10 at the door Hometown girl makes good! South County's own Katie Boeck returns from the wilds of Los Angeles for a special concert Monday, Aug. 29. A Central Coast native, Katie is a graduate of UCLA's Ray Bolger Musical Theater program and an LA-based singer/songwriter. After graduating, Katie has spent the last year performing in numerous venues in and around Los Angeles including Room 5, The Hotel Cafe, and The House of Blues. Katie's sound is a unique blend of genres which she has penned "soul-folk" and lands her somewhere in the middle of Joni Mitchell, Alison Krauss and Lauryn Hill. Her guitar and piano driven songs blended with her soaring melodies, and densely metaphorical lyrics evoke messages about self-empowerment, and the pain and beauty of familial and romantic love. The concert begins at 7pm at The Spot, 116 W. Branch St., in the Village of Arroyo Grande. General admission at the door is $10. For info: 805-474-5711, www.thespotag.com Special guests include Aireene Espiritu (rootsy originals on her ukulele) and Santa Barbara's Kat Devlin. Preview Katie's music at www.katieboeck.com For info on this show and other Songwriters At Play! events, go to:
		Location: Arroyo Grande
Tuesday August 30, 2011 - Wednesday August 31, 2011
		Study Abroad Scholarships for American teens
		Contact: Sofie 858-433-0569 info@cdeusa.org
		Make friends for life, visit exciting destinations and get to know a new culture while having the time of your life. Study abroad with California Dreaming Exchange a not for profit organization and explore everything the world has to offer. Call C.D.E. today at 858-433-0569 or visit them at www.cdeusa.org. They offer great programs to over 40 different countries and several scholarships. Don’t miss out on everything the world has to offer. Call today at 858-433-0569 or visit www.cdeusa.org.
Tuesday August 30, 2011 - Wednesday August 31, 2011
	8:00 AM - 10:00 PM	Lucia Mar Adult Education
		Contact: Corinne Van Buschbach 805-474-3984 cvanbuschbach@lmusd.org
		Lucia Mar Unified School District Adult Education's FALL 2011 CLASS SCHEDULE is available to view on line at http://adulted.lmusd.org. Registration begins Tuesday, August 9 at 10 AM. We've added some new classes such as pond building, culinary, horticulture, dance, voice, to name a few plus some old favorites. Don't forget, we also offer vocational classes such as the Massage Therapy program. Also, if you are looking to complete or gain a High School Diploma or GED, this is the place to come! ESL (English as a Second Language) classes are offered for FREE! Call 474-3900 for more info.
Tuesday August 30, 2011 - Wednesday August 31, 2011
	5:30 PM - 7:00 PM	FREE Quit Smoking Classes
		Contact: Kitty Farhar (805) 781-1562 kfarhar@co.slo.ca.us
		Any smoker who is committed to stop smoking and ready to set a quit date can call our office today for FREE stop smoking classes with a skilled facilitator. Also available in Grover Beach and Paso Robles. Please call the Public Health Department at (805) 781-5564 for more information about the event. Grover Beach Class Starts July 26-August 30 6:00-7:30 pm Tuesdays Public Health Department 286 South 16th St. Building B Paso Robles Class Starts July 27-August 31 5:30-7:00 pm Wednesdays Public Health Department 723 Walnut (Highway 101 E. on 13th/Creston Rd)
		Location: 2180 Johnson Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Tuesday August 30, 2011
	6:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Aireene Espiritu: inspired by Odetta, Leadbelly
		Contact: Steve Key 805-204-6821 bonnien27@gmail.com
		Aireene Espiritu: inspired by Odetta, Leadbelly Kreuzberg * CA 685 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA ,805-439-2060 6:30 – 9:30 pm Free! A Philippine native, Aireene Espiritu moved to the U.S. at age 10, and now lives in the Bay Area. She picked up a guitar to learn songs by Robert Johnson, Leadbelly, Etta James, Nina Simone, and Odetta. That laid the groundwork for writing her own songs -- her music draws from Latin and African rhythms, folk, bluegrass, and gospel music. http://www.aireeneespiritu.com Special guests include Lucy Billings, Stephanie Austin, and Ted Waterhouse. Songwriters At Play showcases are held every Tuesday, 6:30-9:30pm at Kreuzberg, 685 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo. 805.439.2060. The showcase includes one featured act and 5-6 others playing 4-song sets. There is no cover charge. All ages are welcome. The food & beverage menu is posted here: http://kreuzbergcalifornia.com/menu/ For more info on this show and other Songwriters At Play! events, go to:
		Location: San Luis Obispo
Wednesday August 31, 2011
		Jacque Brackett Art Exhibit
		Contact: Joen Kommer 805-927-4337 jkommer@slolibrary.org
		Cambria artist Jacque Brackett is exhibiting works in a variety of media at the Cambria Library during the month of August. Brackett, a signature member of the Southwestern Artists, and has taught are in Bay Area Colleges and at an orphanage in Romania. A portion of any sales benefits the Friends of the Cambria Library New Building Fund. The Library is open Tues.-Fri. from 11-5 and Sat. 12-4. For additional information, please call 927-4336.
		Location: Cambria
		Love the Land Art Reception
		Contact: Laurel Sherrie 805 473 4640 laurel@laurelsherrie.com
		Art After Dark: Where Art and Land Unite with Laurel Sherrie’s Local Landscapes The Land Conservancy of San Luis Obispo County is partnering with Laurel Sherrie, a local artist from Arroyo Grande, for an art exhibition featuring her wide array of original oil paintings from August 1-31. The exhibition called, “Love the Land,” will be featured with an Art After Dark Artist’s Reception on Friday, August 5 from 6 to 9pm at The Land Conservancy historic office, 547 Marsh Street, San Luis Obispo, [805] 544-9096.
		Location: San Luis Obispo
		PAX Program for Academic Exchange
		Contact: Jan Walters 805 602 6464 harpedameusa@gmail.com
		Any families interested in becoming a host family for a high school foreign exchange student this fall? Share your life and family culture with an exceptional teen from Thailand, West Bank, Spain, Mexico, China, Sweden, Germany, Italy, and many others. PAX Program for Academic Exchange (www.pax.org) is a fully accredited US State Dept registered non profit organization and I am the local coordinator. This year I have 18 students in the area and it has been a life changing and expanding experience for all the students, host families, school communities, and of course for my son Isaac and me. We have all made friends from around the world for life. Hosting is a great way to bring the world to you if you cannot afford to travel the world at the moment! PAX students all speak English, have their own spending money, and full health insurance. They attend local high schools and are anywhere from 15-18 years of age. Host families provide a bed to sleep in, a place to study, breakfast and dinner at home, and most of all, a loving family environment. Students can share a bedroom with a host sibling of the same sex within 4 years of age. PAX welcomes families of all kinds, with and without kids, single parents, so called 'empty nesters', young couples, and those with young children. You do not have to have teenagers to host one! Families can chose to host for 3,6, or 10 months. Students arrive in late August before school starts. Please call me if you would like any more information on particular students or hosting in general. You can also visit the PAX website for more information www.pax.org. Share your America! Jan Walters, PAX community coordinator 805 602 6464
		VOLUNTEER RECRUITMENT
		Contact: Jessica Devereaux 547-7025 ext 17 jdevereaux@wilshirehcs.org
		Wilshire Community Services is currently recruiting volunteers throughout San Luis Obispo County for our Good Neighbor Program. Please join us in making a difference in the life of an older adult or an adult with a disability. Good Neighbor services include light housework, yard work, transportation, minor home repairs, shopping/errands, meal preparation, and friendly visits by Caring Callers. Once trained, you may choose the days and times you are available to volunteer as well as the services you would like to contribute. With as little as an hour a week you can be a local hero to SLO County residents who need your support. Please contact Jessica Devereaux at (805) 547-7025 ext. 17 for more information or to sign up for our next volunteer training!
		Location: 285 South St. Ste J, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
	9:30 AM - 1:00 PM	Bulldog Bow-WOW! - Santa Maria
		Contact: Sonja Oglesby 922-6966 ext. 3764 soglesby@hancockcollege.edu
		Attention Allan Hancock College spring students! Plan now to attend Bulldog Bow-WOW!, the fall semester kick-off event, being held from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Santa Maria campus, Wednesday, August 31, and at the Lompoc Valley Center, Thursday, September 1. Enjoy free food and entertainment while learning the latest about student services, academic programs, student organizations and more. The event is sponsored by the Allan Hancock College Associated Student Body Government (ASBG). For more information, call 922-6966 3229.
	6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Auditions: Kimberly Akimbo
		Contact: Kevin Dale Harris 781-3889 x10 kevinharris@slolittletheatre.org
		Show dates are September 23^rd and 24^th Auditions will be held on Wednesday August 31^st from 6-9pm in the rehearsal room. To schedule a 10 minute time slot please e-mail me your time preference atdrewburkholder@gmail.com. There are five characters in this show: 3W ages 30-60. 2M, one high school aged boy and one grown man. You can check-out a copy of the script at the theatre. Please be prepared for auditions with the pieces listed below. Women: please be prepared to read the monologue by Pattie on pages 9-10. Men: please be prepared to read the monologue by Buddy on pages 43-44.
		Location: San Luis Obispo Little Theatre
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