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6/5 - Avila Beach Golf Tournament |
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A fun day with friends, with prizes and
refreshments! For more information contact Monique
Carlrton at: (805) 544-4051. |
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6/5 - Art in the Park |
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This
event is held the first Sunday of every month beginning
in May and running through October. Contact Shannon Len
at 805-773-1564 or 805-704-8128 if you wish to be a
vendor at this event. This is a FREE event to attend. It
is held at the Dinosaur Caves Park in Shell Beach. |
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6/11 to 6/12 - Grover Beach SandFest: Off-Highway Vehicle
Show |
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People's
Choice judging, live music by BackBeat, The Intruders,
SIKO, and Nothing Ever Stays. Demos by Gold Coast 4x4's,
venders, and more. Corner W. Grand Avenue at Highway 1,
Grover Beach. |
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6/11 - A Day in the Garden |
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A
day filled fun garden oriented workshops, go to
www.slobg.org or call the 24-hour info line at (805)
546-3501 for detailed information on the events. |
| 6/15 to 7/17 - PCPA TheatreFest Presents Guys & Dolls |
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Classic
American musical comedy presented by the Central Coast's
Professional Resident Theatre Company. Solvang
Festival Theatre,
420
2nd Street, Solvang
(805)
922-8313. |
| 6/15 - Mixer at Avila Bay
Club |
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Avila
Bay Club, 6699
Bay Laurel Pl., Avila
Beach (805)
781-2670. |
| 6/16 - Great American
Melodrama: The Road to Dusty Death |
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America's
wild, wild west comes to life in this tough, rawhide
show about the exploits of outlaws and gunmen. This is a
must see for all you lovers of the old-time shoot-em-ups!
You'll have a bang-up time watching the good guys battle
the bad guys in this tale of frontier justice.
Melodrama, comedy, and the American pioneer spirit unite
in this brand new exciting play! Call (805)489-2499 or
go the website at www.americanmelodrama.com
for tickets and show times. (805)
489-2499. |
| 6/17 to 6/19 - Annual Pismo
Beach Classic Car Show |
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Hundreds of Street Rods and Restored
Automobiles. 40,000 people expected based on past
attendance. Hundreds of vendors. For Information
Contact: Just Cruizin Productions Toll Free (866) 450
-SHOW (7469). www.thepismobeachclassic.com |
| 6/17 - Concerts in the
Plaza - Cadillac Angels |
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All
throughout the summer, locals and tourists are invited
to enjoy the performances of some of the finest
musicians on the Central Coast. (805)
541-0286. |
| 6/18 - Young Symphony
Orchestra |
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Grand
Finale for the 40th season. The concert will feature
world-renowned artists, world premiere music and a
reunion of Youth Symphony alumni. Kent Nagano returns to
San Luis Obispo to conduct the orchestra he played with
as a young man. Joining him will be pianist Mari Kodama
and mezzo soprano Jacalyn Kreitzer. The music of
Beethoven is paired with local composer Garry Eister's
world premiere Re: E.O. 9066 which tells the story, in
words and music, of the 120,000 Japanese-Americans
forced from their homes during World War II. Tickets are
$35, $25, $15, $8, and $5. Call or visit website for
ordering information. Christopher
Cohan Center,
Grand
Avenue, San
Luis Obispo
(888)233-ARTS. |
| 6/19 - Sizzlin' Summer
Concert Series |
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Featuring: "Soul Fool". Pismo
State Beach Golf Course. For more information call Nora
at (805) 473-4580. |
| 6/19 - Burt Bacharach |
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With
more than 500 compositions, Oscar and Grammy awards, and
a legion of fans, Burth Bacharach has set industry
standards for over six decades. A mere sampling of his
hits includes Alfie, Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head,
This Guy's in Love with You, Do You Know The Way to San
Jose, and The Look of Love. Don't miss these favourites
and many many more in his legendary, all-hits show! Call
or visit website for ticket prices and ordering
information. Performing
Arts Center,
Grand
Avenue,
San
Luis Obispo
(888)233-ARTS. |
| 6/24 - Concerts in the
Plaza - Up in the Air |
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All
throughout the summer, locals and tourists are invited
to enjoy the performances of some of the finest
musicians on the Central Coast. (805)
541-0286. |
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6/25 - Richard Ragain Memorial Golf Tournament Swing
Fling |
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Pismo State Beach Golf Course. |
| 6/25 - Summer Solstice
Celebration, Calif. National Parks |
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The
Summer Solstice celebration in Morro Bay State Park will
include informative, interactive and fun-filled events
free of charge for all ages. The live entertainment
planned includes puppet shows, storytelling, and music.
Activities include guided interpretive nature walks,
exploring the local flora and fauna, with displays of
live animals, birds, reptiles, and insects. Morro
Bay State Park,
State
Park Road, Morro
Bay
(805)
772-2694. |
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7/1 - Concerts in the Plaza - Joose |
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All
throughout the summer, locals and tourists are invited
to enjoy the performances of some of the finest
musicians on the Central Coast. The Concert will run
from 5:30 to 7:30 in the Mission Plaza and admission is
free. (805)
541-0286. |
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7/3 - Art in the Park |
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This
event is held the first Sunday of every month beginning
in May and running through October. Contact Shannon Len
at 805-773-1564 or 805-704-8128 if you wish to be a
vendor at this event. This is a FREE event to attend. It
is held at the Dinosaur Caves Park in Shell Beach. |
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7/4 - 4th of July Celebration on the Pier |
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Celebrate
our Nation's Independence with live music, food,
military bands, clowns and a Firework Show like no other
right from our world famous 1,200 foot Pismo Beach Pier!
If you like Fireworks please make a donation of $1 -
$1,000 to the Pismo Beach Chamber of Commerce by calling
(805) 773-4382 or Toll Free (800) 443-7778. We like to
recognize those that donate! This event will be held on
Monday night July 4th! |
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7/7 to 9/25 - Great American Melodrama: The Shaughraun (Oceano) |
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A
'shaughraun' is a lovable rogue and a wanderer, and in
this case the title character of an action-packed Irish
melodrama stuffed with colorful and hilarious
characters. Inventive, adventurous and with a bit o' the
blarney. Conn O'Kelly strives to save his wrongly imprisoned
master and rescue the beautiful heroine from a
treacherous villain. A guaranteed evening of boos and
cheers, and a chance to laugh yourself silly. Call
(805)489-2499 or go the website at www.americanmelodrama.com
for tickets and show times. (805)489-2499. |
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7/8 - Concerts in the Plaza - Resination |
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All
throughout the summer, locals and tourists are invited
to enjoy the performances of some of the finest
musicians on the Central Coast. The Concert will run
from 5:30 to 7:30 in the Mission Plaza and admission is
free. (805)
541-0286. |
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7/8 to 8/6 - Central Coast Shakespeare Festival presents
"Twelfth Night" |
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The
Central Coast's prestigious classical theatre company
presents Shakespeare's "Twelfth Night, or what you
will," a romantic comedy about love, status, and
mistaken identity. Pack a picnic and come join us in our
beautiful outside venue in Avila Beach! Bellevue
Santa Fe Charter School,
1401
San Luis Bay Drive, Avila
Beach
(805)
546-4224.
www.ccshakes.org |
| 7/10 - Sizzlin' Summer
Concert Series |
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Featuring: "The Intruders".
Ramona Garden Park, Grover Beach. For more information
call Nora at (805) 473-4580. |
| 7/10 - Fingerstyle Guitar
Showcase at Castoro Cellars |
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Live Music: Featuring Martin Paris, Tim
Pacheco& Angelo. Bring a picnic. No outside
beverages please. Castoro Cellars, 1315 N. Bethel Road,
Templeton, CA. 805-467-2002. |
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7/13 - "Salute to the Arts" Luncheon at Allan
Hancock College |
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(805) 925-2403 ext. 817 or etta@santamaria.com |
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7/14 - Mozart Music at the Movies |
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The San Luis Obispo Mozart Festival
presents Elvira Madigan, a Swedish film about finding
love amid adversity, scored with Mozart's 21st Piano
Concerto. Palm Theatre, 817 Palm Street, San Luis
Obispo, CA. 805-781-3009 |
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7/14 to4/17 - Central Coast Wine Classic |
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Experience the beauty and diversity of
California's Central Coast! Attend the annual Central
Coast Wine Classic. An array of events will be held at
the Cliffs Resort at Shell Beach, Hearst Castle in San
Simeon, and Tolosa Winery in the Edna Valley near San
Luis Obispo. 805-544-1285 |
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7/15 to 8/13 - Central Coast Shakespeare Festival presents
"Cyrano de Bergerac" |
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The
Central Coast's prestigious classical theatre company
presents Shakespeare's "Twelfth Night, or what you
will," a romantic comedy about love, status, and
mistaken identity. Pack a picnic and come join us in our
beautiful outside venue in Avila Beach! Bellevue
Santa Fe Charter School,
1401
San Luis Bay Drive, Avila
Beach (805)
546-4224.
www.ccshakes.org |
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7/15 - Concerts in the Plaza - Damon Castillo |
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All
throughout the summer, locals and tourists are invited
to enjoy the performances of some of the finest
musicians on the Central Coast. The Concert will run
from 5:30 to 7:30 in the Mission Plaza and admission is
free. (805)
541-0286. |
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7/15 - SLO Mozart Festival Opening Ceremonies |
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Mission
Plaza, Downtown
San Luis Obispo (805)
781-3009. |
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7/15 - Carissa's Central Coast Cycling Classic |
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Departing from the Cliffs Resort at Shell
Beach, this wine country bicycling tour will be hosted
by vintner/adventurer Carissa Chappellet. Carissa will
lead you into the Edna Valley/Arroyo Grande Valley wine
country for tours and tastings at several wineries,
including a picnic luncheon. Both valleys are
exquisitely beautiful, and the ride is gentle to
moderate. Bicycles will be provided, as will
transportation to the Cliffs Resort from the last winery
visited. 805-544-1285 |
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7/15 - Unique Blended Wines of California Symposium |
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This interesting and edifying tasting,
featuring remarkable blends both white and red, will
include some of California's most renowned wineries and
some that are new to the scene. You will taste wines
that are blends of unique grape varieties and multiple
vintages. The Cliffs Resort, Shell Beach, CA.
805-544-1285 |
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7/15 to 7/24 - SLO Mozart Festival |
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www.mozartfestival.com |
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7/16 - Annual Central Coast Renaissance Festival |
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The
Renaissance Festival will turn the park into a thriving
Elizabethan village offering a bounty of performing arts
and unique Renaissance-era entertainment. Adult tickets
are $12 and ages 6-12 are $8 and under age 6 is free.
Parking is located at Cuesta College is $1 per car, free
shuttle to the festival. El
Chorro Regional Park,
Hwy
1, San
Luis Obispo
(805)
927-0199.
www.slofaire.com |
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7/16 - 3rd Annual Ice Cream Zoofari |
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50th
Anniversary celebration of the Charles Paddock Zoo in
Atascadero. Meet the animals, enjoy cake, smoothies,
root-beer floats, sundaes and all-you-can-eat ice cream!
There is a charge for this event. Charles
Paddock Zoo
Highway 41, Atascadero (805)
461-7608.
www.atascadero.org/cpz |
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7/16 - Feast in the Field |
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Feast in the Field with organic chef Tim
Bolle' of Affaire L'Amour. Charter Oak Style Meats, BJ
Enterprises Seafood, and Wolf wines served. A portion of
proceeds will benefit the "Buy Fresh Buy
Local" campaign. Rutiz Farms, on The Pike off Elm
Street, Arroyo Grande, CA. 805-473-3389 |
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7/16 - Family Music Mornings - Beethoven Lives Upstairs |
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Saturday mornings become music day for
kids and their families as part of the San Luis Obispo
Mozart Festival. Palm Theatre, 817 Palm Street, San Luis
Obispo, CA. 805-781-3009 |
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7/16 - Dessert & Late Harvest Wines of World |
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Late Harvest wines are produced throughout
the world, and a number of countries produce such wines
at a world-class level. You will experience superb
renditions from France, Canada, Germany, Hungary,
Australia and California as your panel host, Master of
Wine Patrick Will, guides you around the globe. The
Cliffs Resort, Shell Beach, CA. 805-544-1285 |
| 7/22 to 8/7 - PCPA TheatreFest Presents Inventing Van Gogh |
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In
"Inventing Van Gogh," an artist accepts a
shady but lucrative opportunity from an established yet
unscrupulous art dealer to create a long sought-after
final self-portrait of Vincent van Gogh. As the artist
begins to work on his commission, he conjures up images
of his late mentor, his ex-girlfriend and finally, his
muse - the spirit of van Gogh himself...Solvang Festival
Theatre,
420
2nd Street, Solvang
(805)
922-8313. |
| 7/23 to 7/24 - Portuguese
Festival |
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Free traditional Portuguese meat, potato
and bread soup served at 5PM. Rosary at 7PM, then Dance
from 8-Midnight. Sunday: Parade from Vets Hall to
Catholic Church at 10:30, Mass. BBQ 11:30-2PM, then
auction till 5PM. Veterans Hall, Cayucos, CA.
805-995-1200 |
| 7/24 - The Journey
Continues (Dance Performance) |
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American
Dance Company performance features dancers of all
ages. Spanos
Theatre, Performing Arts Center,
Grand
Avenue,
San
Luis Obispo
(888)
233-ARTS. |
| 7/24 - 26th Annual Tiathlon |
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The San Luis Obispo Triathlon is one of
the oldest short course triathlons in the country, where
the emphasis is on completion, not competition. Teams
are welcome, along with individuals. Volunteers are also
needed. Sinsheimer Park, San Luis Obispo, CA.
805-781-7300 |
| 7/27 to 8/7 - Mid-Sate Fair
(Mid-State Fair Grounds, Paso Robles) |
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(805)
238 -3565. www.midstatefair.com/2005 |
| 7/27 - Maroon 5 (Mid-State
Fair Grounds, Paso Robles) |
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With
Phantom Planet. Tickets available at the CMSF Box
Office, by phone at (805) 238-3565, 1-800-909-FAIR, or
1-888-825-5484, and at all Vallitix Locations. www.midstatefair.com/2005 |
| 7/28 - Reba HABITAT FOR
HUMANITY Tour Presented by Whirlpool (Mid-State Fair
Grounds, Paso Robles) |
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Tickets
available at the CMSF Box Office, by phone at (805)
238-3565, 1-800-909-FAIR, or 1-888-825-5484, and at all
Vallitix Locations. www.midstatefair.com/2005 |
| 7/29 - Sizzlin' Summer
Concert Series |
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Featuring: "The Gary Mendoza Band".
Pismo State Beach Golf Course. For more information call
Nora at (805) 473-4580. |
| 7/29 - Cruise Night in
Grover Beach |
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Enjoy
the music of BackBeat at Miner's Ace Hardware, Grover
Beach. |
| 7/29 - Sugar Ray (Mid-State
Fair Grounds, Paso Robles) |
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Tickets
available at the CMSF Box Office, by phone at (805)
238-3565, 1-800-909-FAIR, or 1-888-825-5484, and at all
Vallitix Locations. www.midstatefair.com/2005 |
| 7/30 - An Evening with
Journey (Mid-State Fair Grounds, Paso Robles) |
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Tickets
available at the CMSF Box Office, by phone at (805)
238-3565, 1-800-909-FAIR, or 1-888-825-5484, and at all
Vallitix Locations. www.midstatefair.com/2005 |
| 7/30 - Annual Arroyo Grande
Valley Car Show |
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of Arroyo Grande. |
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| TBA - Stride with the Tide
5k and 10k Fun Run |
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The
City of Pismo Beach Recreation Division is holding its
annual 5k and 10k fun run. The natural beauty of Pismo
Beach's hard-packed sand in the early morning makes this
fun run one of the Central Coast's most attractive
running events this year. Entry forms are available
on-line at www.pismobeach.org or at Pismo Beach City
Hall (760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach). Call the Pismo
Beach Recreation Division at 805-773-7063 or 773-7049
with any questions. |
| 8/1 - K.C. and the Sunshine
Band (Mid-State Fair Grounds, Paso Robles) |
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Tickets
available at the CMSF Box Office, by phone at (805)
238-3565, 1-800-909-FAIR, or 1-888-825-5484, and at all
Vallitix Locations. www.midstatefair.com/2005 |
| 8/2 - Tobey Keith "Big
Throwdown Tour II" Presented by Fort F-Series
(Mid-State Fair Grounds, Paso Robles) |
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Tickets
available at the CMSF Box Office, by phone at (805)
238-3565, 1-800-909-FAIR, or 1-888-825-5484, and at all
Vallitix Locations. www.midstatefair.com/2005 |
| 8/3 - Los Lonely Boys
(Mid-State Fair Grounds, Paso Robles) |
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With
Big Head Todd and the Monsters. Tickets available at the
CMSF Box Office, by phone at (805) 238-3565,
1-800-909-FAIR, or 1-888-825-5484, and at all Vallitix
Locations. www.midstatefair.com/2005 |
| 8/4 - Tom Petty & the
Heartbreakers (Mid-State Fair Grounds, Paso Robles) |
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Tickets
available at the CMSF Box Office, by phone at (805)
238-3565, 1-800-909-FAIR, or 1-888-825-5484, and at all
Vallitix Locations. www.midstatefair.com/2005 |
| 8/5 - Mission Community
Bank Presents and Evening of Music & Wine with
Michael McDonald (Mid-State Fair Grounds, Paso
Robles) |
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Tickets
available at the CMSF Box Office, by phone at (805)
238-3565, 1-800-909-FAIR, or 1-888-825-5484, and at all
Vallitix Locations. www.midstatefair.com/2005 |
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8/5 - Concerts in the Plaza - Chase Emery |
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All
throughout the summer, locals and tourists are invited
to enjoy the performances of some of the finest
musicians on the Central Coast. The Concert will run
from 5:30 to 7:30 in the Mission Plaza and admission is
free. (805)
541-0286. |
| 8/6 - The Country Rodeo
Finals and Darryl Worley (Mid-State Fair Grounds,
Paso Robles) |
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Tickets
available at the CMSF Box Office, by phone at (805)
238-3565, 1-800-909-FAIR, or 1-888-825-5484, and at all
Vallitix Locations. www.midstatefair.com/2005 |
| 8/6 - Hospice
"Partners" Hoedown |
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Barbecue,
Live Western Music, Dancing, No host wine and beer &
Door Prizes. Ticket must be purchased prior to event.
Proceeds benefit hospice patients and their families. Dairy
Barn at the Hearst Ranch, San Simeon, San Simeon (805)
782-8608. |
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8/7 - Art in the Park |
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This
event is held the first Sunday of every month beginning
in May and running through October. Contact Shannon Len
at 805-773-1564 or 805-704-8128 if you wish to be a
vendor at this event. This is a FREE event to attend. It
is held at the Dinosaur Caves Park in Shell Beach. |
| 8/7 - Sizzlin' Summer
Concert Series |
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Featuring: "BackBeat" with
special guest Kathleen Joesting. Ramona Garden Park,
Grover Beach. For more information call Nora at (805)
473-4580. backbeatmusic@sbcglobal.net |
| 8/7 - Monster Madness and
Arenacross (Mid-State Fair Grounds, Paso Robles) |
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Tickets
available at the CMSF Box Office, by phone at (805)
238-3565, 1-800-909-FAIR, or 1-888-825-5484, and at all
Vallitix Locations. www.midstatefair.com/2005 |
| 8/12 to 8/28 - PCPA TheatreFest Presents "Brigadoon" |
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Indecisive
about him impending marriage, American Tommy Albright
tries to unwind on a hunting trip to the Scottish
highlands, accompanied by his best friend, Jeff Douglas.
Lost in the highlands, they come across Brigadoon, a
small rustic village which does not appear on their map.
Fiona McLaren, a spirited local lass, quickly captures
Tommy's interest. As the day progresses, they find
themselves falling in love. However, the village holds a
powerful secret, which threatens Tommy and Fiona's
romance...Solvang Festival Theatre,
420
2nd Street, Solvang
(805)
922-3313. |
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8/12 - Concerts in the Plaza - The DJ Project |
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All
throughout the summer, locals and tourists are invited
to enjoy the performances of some of the finest
musicians on the Central Coast. The Concert will run
from 5:30 to 7:30 in the Mission Plaza and admission is
free. (805)
541-0286. |
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8/13 - Day with Creative Women |
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(805)
771-9966. |
| 8/13 - SLOBIG Big Event |
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A casual evening of food, wine, magic, music, and a
live auction of great items! 4-7pm. For more
information contact: Peggy Thayer @ (805) 543-1099 or peggythayer@charter.net
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8/16 - Voices of Summer |
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The
San Luis Obispo County Arts Council and Thalila
Productions are please to present Cantare, a vocal
chamber ensemble in Voices Of Summer. The program will
present music that spans the centuries, including early
chant, works by both Johann Pachelbel. The
Clark Center, Arroyo Grande (805)
544-9251. |
| 8/17 - Mixer at Monterey
Bay Office Products |
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Monterey
Bay Office Products, 158-A Higuera St., San Luis Obispo (805)
781-2670. |
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8/19 - Concerts in the Plaza - Sugar Daddy Swing
Kings |
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All
throughout the summer, locals and tourists are invited
to enjoy the performances of some of the finest
musicians on the Central Coast. The Concert will run
from 5:30 to 7:30 in the Mission Plaza and admission is
free. (805)
541-0286. |
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8/20 - St. Anthony's Celebration |
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The
St. Anthony's Celebration Committee sponsors this annual
event to celebrate the cultural contribution of the
area's Portuguese descendants. The parade begins on
Sunday at 11a.m. with traditional Sopas being served at
the St. Anthony's grounds at 390 Bello St., Pismo Beach.
For more information contact Dorothy Avila at
805-481-8012 |
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8/26 - Concerts in the Plaza - Big Daddy Blues
Band |
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All
throughout the summer, locals and tourists are invited
to enjoy the performances of some of the finest
musicians on the Central Coast. The Concert will run
from 5:30 to 7:30 in the Mission Plaza and admission is
free. (805)
541-0286. |
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8/27 - The Beat Goes On |
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The
Academy of Dance's entire school, from beginning to
professional, will present all kinds of dance programs,
from Classical to Hip-Hop. Spanos
Theatre, Performing Arts Center,
Grand
Avenue,
San
Luis Obispo
(888) 233-ARTS. |
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8/27 to 8/28 - Stone Soup Music Faire & Dune
Run-Run |
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Ramona Garden Park in Grover Beach. (805) 489-9091. |
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| 9/2 to 9/18 - PCPA TheatreFest Presents "Picasso
at the Lapin Agile" |
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PCPA
presents Steve Martin's comedy about an imagined meeting
between Pablo Picasso and Albert Einstein....Solvang Festival Theatre,
420
2nd Street, Solvang
(805)
922-3313. |
| 9/4 - Sizzlin' Summer
Concert Series |
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Featuring: "Unfinished Business".
Ramona Garden Park, Grover Beach. For more information
call Nora at (805) 473-4580. |
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9/4 - Art in the Park |
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This
event is held the first Sunday of every month beginning
in May and running through October. Contact Shannon Len
at 805-773-1564 or 805-704-8128 if you wish to be a
vendor at this event. This is a FREE event to attend. It
is held at the Dinosaur Caves Park in Shell Beach. |
| 9/10 - Natural History
Association Benefit Dinner |
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Progressive
dinner, benefit for the Central Coast Natural History
Association. Catered by local restaurants including
Robin's and Blue. There is a charge for this event.
Please call Denise Tallman to reserve one of the 110
seats offered for the dinner. Bus or limousine service
is included in the price of the ticket. (805)
772-2694. |
| 9/10 - SLO County Western
Music, Poetry, and Art Festival (Paso Robles Fair
Grounds) |
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Special
Guest is cowboy comic Sourdough Slim, also nationally
acclaimed cowboy singer Dave Stamey and Arizona cowboy
poet Ross Knox. A number of local western artists and
vendors will be on display. Admission includes
western-style barbecue and wines from select SLO County
wineries. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the
Fund for Vineyard and Farm Workers , and the SLO County
Agriculture Education Committed, Inc. Admission is $40
per person. Parking at the Mid-State Fairgrounds is
free. (805)
543-3654. |
| 9/13 - SLO Bound 2005 |
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Incoming
Cal Poly Students are welcomed to a downtown tour during
Cal Poly's annual Week of Welcome. Downtown
San Luis Obispo,
Mission
Plaza
(805)
781-2670. |
| 9/14 - Annual Wine Luncheon
at Firestone Meadow |
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(805) 925-2403 ext. 817 or etta@santamaria.com |
| 9/14 - Central Coast Book
and Author Fair |
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Book
and Author Festival, Booths, and Speakers. Mission
Plaza,
Downtown
San Luis Obispo
(805)
541-1234. |
| 9/17 to 9/18 - I
Madonnari Street Painting Festival |
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Mission
Plaza,
Downtown
San Luis Obispo
(805)
569-3873. |
| 9/17 - 3rd Annual
Rendezvous at the Ranch |
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Margarita
Ranch, Santa Margarita. |
| 9/18 - SLO Rotary Homes of
Distinction Tour |
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(805)
781-2670. |
| 9/21 - Mixer at Hospice
Partners of the Central Coast |
|
Hospice
Partners of the Central Coast, 277 South St., Ste. R,
San Luis Obispo (805)
782-8608. |
| 9/23 to 9/24 - Arroyo
Grande Valley Harvest Festival |
|
Arroyo Grande takes pride in the old-fashioned family
fun that abounds at local festivals and the Harvest
Festival is a prime example of this time-honored
tradition. Held the last full weekend in September, the
Harvest Festival serves as a tribute to agriculture, the
area’s leading industry. Among the many attractions
features is a parade, toe-tapping entertainment, an
array of food, game and arts and crafts booths. This
festival is focuses on the local non-profit
organizations that serve the community. |
| 9/24 - The Clark Center
Fourth Anniversary Season Open House |
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The
Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks,
Arroyo Grande.
(805) 489-4196. |
| 9/23 to 10/9 - PCPA Theatre
Fest Presents "My Way" |
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PCPA
presents a musical tribute to Frank Sinatra. A dynamic
quartet of accomplished vocalists pay tribute to Old
Blue Eyes, with vibrant interpretations of 55
unforgettable tunes. Solvang Festival Theatre,
420
2nd Street, Solvang
(805)
922-3313. |
| 9/24 - Afternoon at the
Ranch |
|
This
benefit for Hospice of San Luis Obispo County features
over 50 local wineries and restaurants, along with two
local bands, an art show, silent and live auctions, and
tours of the historic 1880 Victorian Farmhouse in
gorgeous Cambria. Tickets are $50 before Sept. 25th and
$55 thereafter. Green
Valley Ranch in Cambria,
Cambria
800-549-1538. |
| 9/29 to 11/13 - Great American
Melodrama: Heaven Can Wait |
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Joe
Pendleton, a boxer, is taken to heaven before his time
by a bumbling angel and insists on returning to earth.
But in order for that to happen a new body must be found
for him to inhabit. Complications abound when naive
young Joe takes over the body of a rich businessman and
tries to turn him into a prizefighter, while at the same
time falling in love with a young woman the businessman
has wronged. A story that has been adapted for the
screen three times, this heavenly hit is a romantic
comedy sure to touch your heart and tickle your funny
bone. Call (805)489-2499 or
go the website at www.americanmelodrama.com
for tickets and show times. (805)
489-2499. |
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| 10/1 - Eastern Star Craft
Show |
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Masonic Hall, 112 Poole Street, Arroyo
Grande.. |
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10/2 - Art in the Park |
|
This
event is held the first Sunday of every month beginning
in May and running through October. Contact Shannon Len
at 805-773-1564 or 805-704-8128 if you wish to be a
vendor at this event. This is a FREE event to attend. It
is held at the Dinosaur Caves Park in Shell Beach. |
| 10/7 to 10/9 - Endless
Summer Car Show |
|
Hundreds
of Classic Cars, Street Rods, Vendors and Thousands of
Spectators Under the Warm October Sun in Pismo Beach!
Contact Just Cruzin' Productions 866-450-7469 |
| 10/8 - SLO Plein Air
Festival |
|
Quick
draw and Live Auction event. Mission
Plaza,
San
Luis Obispo
(805)
543-8562. |
| 10/15 - An Evening in
Greece |
|
South Country Regional Center, Arroyo
Grande. |
| 10/15 to 10/16 - 59th
Annual Pismo Beach Clam Festival |
|
The parade on Saturday morning kicks off
this annual event. What follows is what has brought both
residences and visitors back year after year. Local restaurants
take the Chowder Cook-Off Title almost as serious as a political
race. You must taste and cast your vote, otherwise you
might feel left out!
Every year hundreds of vendors come to display things
like paintings, carvings, pictures, T-shirts, jewelry
and much much more. What's a festival without carnie
food? Come hungry so you can try all the delicious
varieties. BBQ, cotton candy, shaved ice, numerous
strawberry deserts and every fluid you could imagine to
wash it down with too!
Musicians from all over the United States submit demos
and request to play live at this popular two day event.
Check back later to see who's coming! If you know a
great musician be sure to pass this event on to them!
Don't leave the kids at home! Our annual Kids Clam Dig
could net your kid (12 and under) a $100 bucks! We bury
100 numbered clams in an area 30' x 100'. Every numbered
clam discovered will win a prize! The clam numbered 100
wins the $100 bill. Don't plan on bringing any devices
to assist, including pets, only bare hand digging is
allowed.
If you wish to participate as a vendor, entertainer
or volunteer please call the Pismo Beach Chamber of
Commerce at 805-773-4382 or Toll Free 800- 443-7778.
Applications are available online also under the EVENTS
TAB.
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| 10/19 - Mixer at Sycamore
Mineral Springs |
|
Sycamore
Mineral Springs Resort, 1215 Avila Beach Dr., San Luis
Obispo (805)
781-2670. |
| 10/22 - The Clark Center
Association Annual Halloween Masquerade Ball,
"Mystery & Magic!" |
|
The Historic Santa Maria Inn, Santa Maria.
RSVP or for info call (805) 489-4196 |
|
10/28 to 10/30 - Jubilee-by-the-Sea Jazz Festival |
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This
traditional Dixieland Jazz Festival defines tradition!
Imagine 20 plus bands from every border of the United
States and beyond performing over this weekend. We suggest you make your accommodations and purchase
your tickets months ahead. We couldn't think of a better
time to suggest making this a three-day or more stay!
Don't worry about the weather, we call it Paradise here
for a reason! For more information contact Jerry Koory at
805-773-2241. |
| 10/29 - Parks and
Recreation Halloween Festival / Halloween Carnival |
|
Nelson Street Green, Arroyo Grande.. |
| 10/30 - Pumpkins on the
Pier |
|
Village of Arroyo Grande. |
| 10/31 - Trick or Treat in
the Village |
|
In
Pismo Beach we celebrate Halloween on our World Famous
1,200 foot Pismo Beach Pier. "Pumpkins On the
Pier" takes place Saturday October 29 from 10a.m.
to 1p.m. on the Pismo Beach Pier. The Trick or Treat
Extravaganza takes place from 1p.m. to 3p.m. throughout
downtown businesses.
Children 12 and under can participate in a pumpkin
decorating contest, and watch a magic show by Dr. Magic.
There will be crafts, games, a balloon typhoon and lots
of excitement.
The costume contest for the most original, prettiest and
scariest will start at 12:30p.m. Don't worry parents the
adult costume contest will follow!
The City of Pismo Beach Recreation Division and the
Pismo Beach Business Improvement Group (BIG) sponsor
this incredible annual event.
If you desire to participate, volunteer or make a
donation to this event contact Kristen Lyons at Pismo
Beach Recreation Division at 805-773-7063. If it rains
this event is moved to The Shell Beach Veteran's
Memorial Building at 230 Leeward Street, Shell Beach. |
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| 11/5 - Glenn Miller
Orchestra at the Clark Center |
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The
Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks,
Arroyo Grande.
(805) 489-4196. |
| 11/16 - Comedy & Pet
Theatre with Gregory Popovich |
|
The
Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks,
Arroyo Grande.
(805) 489-4196. |
| 11/16 - Mixer at McCarthy
Wholesale |
|
McCarthy
Wholesale Showroom/Automobilia Museum, 11 South Higuera
St., San Luis Obispo (805)
781-2670. |
| 11/27 - Village Christmas
Parade |
|
Village of Arroyo Grande. |
| 11/30 - Clark Center
Christmas |
|
The
Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks,
Arroyo Grande.
(805) 489-4196. |
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| 12/1 to 12/24 - Christmas
in the Village |
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Thousands
of miniature white lights transform Arroyo Grande into a
winter wonderland for the holidays. Visitors and
residents alike can enjoy strolling through the charming
village, peering into decorated store fronts, and even
sharing their wishes with jolly, old St. Nick. The
entire month of December is filled with family
festivities and old-fashioned Christmas treasures. |
| 12/2 - Holiday Harmony and
Tree Lighting on the Pier |
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Pismo
Beach Recreation Division's special holiday celebration,
"Holiday Harmony", will be held from 5:30p.m.
to 7:30p.m. on the World Famous Pismo Beach 1,200 foot
Pier.
Kids will be amazed to see SNOW on the Pismo pier and
over-joyed when they play in this fresh powdery snow.
Santa village is a must see! A HUGE inflatable jumper
and cookie decorating is just the start of the fun!
Adults will enjoy live music and holiday shopping in
local downtown businesses.
The holiday tree lighting sponsored by the Pismo Beach
Chamber of Commerce will be held later that night at
6p.m. at the west end of the Pismo Pier.
Santa's helpers will be serving Hot Apple Cider and
candy canes.
These events are FREE to the public thanks to the
generous donations.
If you desire to volunteer or make a donation please
contact the Pismo Beach Chamber of Commerce at
805-773-4382 or Toll FREE 800-443-7778.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS |
| 12/2 - SLO Holiday Parade |
|
(805)
541-0286. |
| 12/3 - Grover Beach Holiday Parade |
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16th and Grand to Ramona Park. Sponsored
by Grover Beach Parks and Recreation. For more
information call (805) 473-4580 |
| 12/4 - Merri-Achi Christmas
at the Clark Center |
|
The
Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks,
Arroyo Grande.
(805) 489-4196. |
| 12/5 to12/29 - Classic
Carrousel |
|
Mission
Plaza, Downtown San Luis Obispo (805)
541-0286. |
| 12/21 - Mixer at Kennedy
Club Fitness |
|
Kennedy
Club Fitness, 188 Tank Farm Rd., San Luis Obispo.
(805) 781-2670. |
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ANNUAL
EVENTS
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| 6/17 to 6/19 - Annual Pismo
Beach Classic Car Show |
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Hundreds of Street Rods and Restored
Automobiles. 40,000 people expected based on past
attendance. Hundreds of vendors. For Information
Contact: Just Cruizin Productions Toll Free (866) 450
-SHOW (7469). www.thepismobeachclassic.com |
| 7/30 - Annual Arroyo Grande
Valley Car Show |
|
Village
of Arroyo Grande. |
| 9/14 - Annual Wine Luncheon
at Firestone Meadow |
|
(805) 925-2403 ext. 817 or etta@santamaria.com |
| 9/17 - 3rd Annual
Rendezvous at the Ranch (Santa Margarita) |
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Margarita
Ranch, Santa Margarita. |
| 10/15 to 10/16 - 59th
Annual Pismo Beach Clam Festival |
|
The parade on Saturday morning kicks off
this annual event. What follows is what has brought both
residences and visitors back year after year. Local restaurants
take the Chowder Cook-Off Title almost as serious as a political
race. You must taste and cast your vote, otherwise you
might feel left out!
Every year hundreds of vendors come to display things
like paintings, carvings, pictures, T-shirts, jewelry
and much much more. What's a festival without carnie
food? Come hungry so you can try all the delicious
varieties. BBQ, cotton candy, shaved ice, numerous
strawberry deserts and every fluid you could imagine to
wash it down with too!
Musicians from all over the United States submit demos
and request to play live at this popular two day event.
Check back later to see who's coming! If you know a
great musician be sure to pass this event on to them!
Don't leave the kids at home! Our annual Kids Clam Dig
could net your kid (12 and under) a $100 bucks! We bury
100 numbered clams in an area 30' x 100'. Every numbered
clam discovered will win a prize! The clam numbered 100
wins the $100 bill. Don't plan on bringing any devices
to assist, including pets, only bare hand digging is
allowed.
If you wish to participate as a vendor, entertainer
or volunteer please call the Pismo Beach Chamber of
Commerce at 805-773-4382 or Toll Free 800- 443-7778.
Applications are available online also under the EVENTS
TAB.
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MONTHLY
EVENTS
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First Sunday of Every Month - Art in the Park |
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This
event is held the first Sunday of every month beginning
in May and running through October. Contact Shannon Len
at 805-773-1564 or 805-704-8128 if you wish to be a
vendor at this event. This is a FREE event to attend. It
is held at the Dinosaur Caves Park in Shell Beach. |
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WEEKLY
EVENTS
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| Arroyo Grande Farmer's market, www.arroyograndevillage.org/farmers.asp |
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Sundays
12:00 noon - 2:30pm. Oak Park & Highway 101 - Oak
Park Plaza, Arroyo Grande. 805-544-9570
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| Atascadero Farmer's Market, www.localharvest.org/farmers-markets/M4526 |
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Wednesdays
3:00pm - 6:00pm. East Mall at El Camino Real & Morro
Road, Atascadero. 805-239-6536
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| Baywood Park Farmer's Market, www.localharvest.org/farmers-markets/M4572 |
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Mondays
2:00pm - 5:00pm. 1300 block of 2nd Street, Baywood (Los
Osos). 805-239-6535
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| Cambria's Farmer's Market, www.visitcambriacalifornia.com/events/ongoing/farmersmarket.html |
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Fridays
2:30pm - 5:30pm. Main Street next to the Vet's Hall,
Cambria. 805-927-4715
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| Morro Bay Farmer's Market, www.losososbaywoodpark.org/things_to_see_Los_Osos.html |
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Mondays
2:00pm - 5:00pm. 2650 Main Street, Morro Bay.
805-544-9570
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| Nipomo Farmer's Market |
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Sundays
11:30am - 2:30pm. Mission Community Park, 671 W. Teft
Street.
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| Paso Robles Farmer's Market, www.cafarmersmarkets.com/showMarket?marketid=680 |
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Saturdays
9:00am - 1:00pm. 14th & Park Streets, Paso Robles.
805-237-9254
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| Pismo Beach Farmer's Market |
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May
through October, Tuesdays 4:00pm - Dusk. Dolliver and
Main, Downtown Pismo Beach. 805-773-4382
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| SLO Farmer's Market, www.downtownslo.com/farmers.html |
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Thursdays
6:00pm - 9:00pm. Higuera Street in downtown San Luis
Obispo, between Osos Street & Nipomo Street.
805-541-0286
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| Templeton Farmer's Market |
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Saturdays
9:00am - 12:30pm. City Park at 6th & Crocker
Streets, Templeton. 805-239-6535&n |
