While photography has historically been valued for its ability to depict our world objectively, there are some photographers who seek to reveal it to us by abstracting objects and moments they observe. By carefully composing shapes, forms, colors, and textures, they create new ways of seeing our material world. This exhibition explores examples of abstract photography created by members of The Photo Society. Artists on...

The objects on display in this exhibition are a collection of kinetic creatures that explore a mother’s physical sensitivity to their child’s constant touch. Visitors are invited to interact with the forms, as suggested by adjacent action words. This action is a symbolic provoking of “The Mother,” who in turn reacts dramatically, becoming a spectacle for others to witness. Created by artist Marrin Lee Martinez,...

United Way of San Luis Obispo County Announces Community Assistance Needed-Care Packages for Christmas For the past 24 years, on Christmas Day, the San Luis Obispo community has generously provided our County’s homeless/underserved population with a wonderful home-cooked holiday dinner, live musical entertainment and essential warm winter clothing/sleeping bag care packages. The COVID pandemic has exacerbated many domestic crises particularly homelessness and food insecurity. The...

THE HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA ​(NOVEMBER 18 – DECEMBER 31) And finally, the classic Holiday Extravaganza. See Scrooge find his Christmas spirit in a heart-warming tale of holiday magic, laugh until your sides ache at the zany characters in a fractured fairy tale opera, and celebrate the music of the season in our Holiday Vaudeville Revue. Our holiday triple bill is a very special family tradition designed to...

Now on view: "I'd Tell You If I Could" features paintings by U.K-based artist William Brickel. The figures in William Brickel’s work presented in this exhibition are partly representations of himself, but are also standalone actors that perform emotional distress for us to see. Each figure is absorbed in their two-dimensional world, as the viewer is aware of their emotional intensity. Both intimately personal and...

In collaboration with Hotel San Luis Obispo’s Michelin-mentioned Ox+Anchor, enjoy a special dinner curated by Chef Ryan Fancher in honor of renowned culinary inspiration, Julia Child.  To celebrate the new Julia Child documentary, JULIA (2021 Toronto International Film Festival), playing at the Palm Theatre starting November 24th, we have partnered with Hotel San Luis Obispo’s Chef, Ryan Fancher, to offer an exclusive three-course menu inspired...

RALPHS AND FOOD 4 LESS KICK OFF SEASON OF GIVING WITH THIRD ANNUAL ‘HELP 4 THE HUNGRY’ DRIVE  Donate at more than 300 Ralphs and Food 4 Less stores November 22—December 31    Ralphs and Food 4 Less announce the return of their Help 4 the Hungry food donation drive at stores throughout California. Now in its third year, the month-long campaign raises awareness and funds...

In collaboration with Hotel San Luis Obispo’s Michelin-mentioned Ox+Anchor, enjoy a special dinner curated by Chef Ryan Fancher in honor of renowned culinary inspiration, Julia Child.  To celebrate the new Julia Child documentary, JULIA (2021 Toronto International Film Festival), playing at the Palm Theatre starting November 24th, we have partnered with Hotel San Luis Obispo’s Chef, Ryan Fancher, to offer an exclusive three-course menu inspired...

We will be doing a Learn to Surf Clinic for local people living with disabilities and veterans. All people living with a disability or life long condition are invited to participate. More detailed clinic participant info is below . We’ll need Instructors, Water assist, beach support booth help and more.

Elegant Christmas, a favorite holiday event, is returning to the Village of Arroyo Grande this December with everything you love: festive lights, holiday music, Santa, carolers, extended-hours shopping, and wine tasting. This year’s celebration will be Sunday, December 5, from 12 noon to 7 pm. Stores in the Village of Arroyo Grande will stay open extended hours to accommodate shoppers. Big Ditch Market—featuring local makers,...

Gather for a fun, festive tree lighting at the Corner of Ocean Avenue & D Street (downtown Cayucos) *Arrival of Santa & Mrs. Claus accompanied by fire engines *Santa's house is open for visiting until 7PM *Enjoy Cayucos pier lights as well!

Join us inside The Canteen on December 5th at 6 pm alongside Hearst Ranch Winery and enjoy the rustic charm of Oceanpoint Ranch. About this event Join us inside The Canteen on December 5th at 6 pm alongside Hearst Ranch and their local team. Enjoy the rustic charm of Oceanpoint Ranch while sipping a variety of award-winning wines; all pairing perfectly with our unique holiday tasting menu prepared...