The Monday Club is participating in this largest statewide celebration of historic places in California.  Enthusiasts of historic architecture, design and cultural heritage can visit thie Julia Morgan designed building and participate in a Living History Tour with docents in 20's and 30's attire September 28  and September 29. Saturday, September 28 11 am to 4 pm  - 11:00 am Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, 11:00 am...

Experience the San Luis Obispo Wind Orchestra in an evening of captivating music that takes you on a journey across the American landscape and beyond! Immerse yourself in the majestic sounds of Grofe's Grand Canyon Suite, the playful charm of Anderson's The Typewriter, the timeless elegance of the Flower Duet from Delibes' Lakme, and more. The concert also features the stirring American Overture by Jenkins...

Fall Flavors • Live Music • Silent Auction • Terrace Lounge Join us for the first-ever Downtown SLO Fall Fest: Cider, Beer, & Spirits Stroll! Explore downtown San Luis Obispo retailers and boutiques as you enjoy fall flavors from some of the region’s best beverage and food providers. A variety of hard ciders, craft beers, and distilled spirits will be poured at downtown shops, and small...

About this event (((folkYEAH!))) presents SHANNON & THE CLAMS Libertine San Luis Obispo, CA Tuesday, October 1, 2024 21+ All sales final.

Join the Diversity Coalition's Annual Fundraiser happening October 2nd. Last year we had a blast! An incomparable group of community leaders and supporters of our coalition gathered in 2023, at the gorgeous Flying Caballos Ranch, to celebrate diversity. Guess what! The owner's immense generosity allows us to be back at Flying Caballos Ranch again this year! Registration to be opened soon, so be on the...

Morning, coders! Join us for a chill pre-work hangout to chat about all things coding. Mingle with fellow devs over coffee, and if you're feeling it, bring your laptop for some bonus code talk or a mini-coding session afterward. SLO County Coders – just a bunch of friendly coders in SLO County. Let’s be friends!

E-Commerce SEO: An Intermediate Overview of Product-Based Search Engine Optimization Unlock the power of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) to drive organic traffic and boost your e-commerce store’s visibility without relying on costly ads. While SEO takes time and consistent effort, it offers long-lasting benefits that far surpass the temporary gains from paid advertising. This intermediate-level workshop assumes you’re already familiar with key concepts like SEO,...

Join us to celebrate more affordable housing coming to the city of San Luis Obispo. Light refreshments will follow the ceremony. In partnership with the City of San Luis Obispo, People's Self-Help Housing is developing the former Motel 6 located at 1433 Calle Joaquin. The project will bring 76 units to extremely low-income individuals who are unhoused or at risk of becoming unhoused. Residents will have access to...

Happening the weekend of October 4th: the Central Coast Railroad Festival. Come see visiting layouts and vendors.  See the presentations, this year with an emphasis on the Pacific Coast Railway.  Did you ever wonder how telegraphs work?  Then visit Matt Schnittker's telegraphy table, with a large working model where you can see it in action.  Visit the 1200 sq. ft. model where you can find...

Dodgeball tournament to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters

Join Cuesta College for the annual Central Coast Writers' Conference happening October 5th! The Cuesta College Central Coast Writers’ Conference (CCWC) has been helping new and established writers fulfill their dreams since 1984. Writing Life Magazine voted us the “Best Writers Conference in the West.”    

Invite all your friends and come celebrate at the Fashions for a Purpose 10th anniversary fashion event! We have a sensastional program in store for YOU! High-end fashions will worn by a couple of our finest dignitaries on the Central Coast, plus several of our charter fashionistas showing off their best swagger! Upon arrival, you will be seated along the runway, with a complimentary glass...

Happening the weekend of October 4th: the Central Coast Railroad Festival. Come see visiting layouts and vendors.  See the presentations, this year with an emphasis on the Pacific Coast Railway.  Did you ever wonder how telegraphs work?  Then visit Matt Schnittker’s telegraphy table, with a large working model where you can see it in action.  Visit the 1200 sq. ft. model where you can find...

Over 1,500! That's how many charitable nonprofit organizations there are in San Luis Obispo County. And each of them must, by law, be governed by a board of directors. Serving as a director on a nonprofit board offers valuable benefits to both you and your community. You’ll develop leadership skills, expand your network, and make a meaningful impact on a cause you care about. Your...

Monday, October 7 | 6pm at EDNA Contemporary, 967 Osos Street Craft Markets 101: Selling at craft markets can be a great way to get your product out there and meet customers. It can also be overwhelming when you are first starting out. In this workshop, we will talk about what it takes to sell at a craft market including finding the right market, creating...

Join us for this month’s Coffee & Conversation, featuring James Fazio, Co-Founder and CTO of Flume Water, a leading innovator in water management technology. James will share his journey of building Flume into a successful startup and offer insights into scaling a tech company focused on sustainability and impactful change. Flume Water created a groundbreaking product that has tracked over 15 billion gallons of water usage....

SAVE THE DATE for October 9th, 5pm-8pm at Flying Caballos Ranch: "Give for Good", Diversity Coalition's Annual Fundraiser.

Michael Nowak and Orchestra Novo proudly present: Safety Last The 1923 Silent Film starring Harold Lloyd With Live Orchestra  Music by Robert Israel General Admission $45 Early Bird Special $40 through October 10th Period Costumes EncouragedDonations for the SLO Food bank will be collected. Student tickets of $15 are available at the door the day of the event with student ID.

29th Annual Holiday Boutique at the SLO Elks Lodge #322. Come join us for 3 days of shopping at our 29th Annual Holiday Boutique. There will be 40 vendors with all handcrafted items.

Come to the San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre to watch "Misery" showing October 11th through October 27th. Misery follows successful romance novelist Paul Sheldon, who is rescued from a car crash by his “number one fan,” Annie Wilkes. He wakes up captive in her secluded home. While Paul is recovering, Annie reads his latest book and becomes enraged when she discovers the author has killed...

Morning, coders! Join us for a chill pre-work hangout to chat about all things coding. Mingle with fellow devs over coffee, and if you're feeling it, bring your laptop for some bonus code talk or a mini-coding session afterward. SLO County Coders – just a bunch of friendly coders in SLO County. Let’s be friends!

Operation Surf’s Second Saturday Monthly Surf Day is held at various surf locations around the central coast of California. Open to both veterans and the public, we meet together every second Saturday of the month at 8 AM. The exact location is announced one week prior, allowing us to choose the most suitable spot based on swell conditions.  It’s a great way to meet like-minded...

29th Annual Holiday Boutique at the SLO Elks Lodge #322. Come join us for 3 days of shopping at our 29th Annual Holiday Boutique. There will be 40 vendors with all handcrafted items.

The San Luis Obispo County Open Studios Art Tour, a program of SLO County Arts Council, takes place each year over two weekends in October, National Arts and Humanities Month. Free to the public, fine artists and crafters open their studios to showcase their art and share their processes. Visitors create their own self-guided tours using the catalog. 152 artists and crafters are participating in...

29th Annual Holiday Boutique at the SLO Elks Lodge #322. Come join us for 3 days of shopping at our 29th Annual Holiday Boutique. There will be 40 vendors with all handcrafted items.

Stop by the Libertine October 13th for this is rare opportunity to catch Dueling Pianos in Downtown SLO. To make it more special, Libertine is pairing it with their Sunday Brunch! The Killer Dueling Pianos are the #1 all request, crowd interactive , sing a long , dueling pianos show around the globe. Owned and operated by international dueling pianos sensation Ryan Bueter, The Killer...

Walk-in tours (individuals and groups less than 10 persons) When you enter the doors of the Julia Morgan designed Monday Club you will walk with docents who will take you back to the 1920's and 30's where the Depression was affecting every household, prohibition was in full swing and most women had just been given the right to vote. You will learn about the intersecting...

This group is rapidly evolving into a great event for people on the organizational leadership path. Courageous Conversations is a dynamic and inclusive community meetup dedicated to fostering meaningful dialogue among leaders from diverse backgrounds and industries. This group provides a unique platform for exchanging insights, strategies, and experiences related to leadership challenges and opportunities in today's ever-evolving landscape. Through a series of interactive sessions...

Curious about how press releases can grow your business? Need a Digital Press Kit for a product launch or to attract stakeholders but unsure where to start? Join Becky for an informative workshop packed with practical tips on crafting effective press releases and building your Digital Press Kit. Learn what to avoid, saving you time and resources, and hear about her PR successes from decades...

“When I Grow Up…”: For some of us, it takes a lifetime to become the artist that we aspire to be. Artists are always re-making themselves, challenging their sense of identity, and experimenting with new mediums and forms of expression. How do we accomplish this while playing by the rules of "the art market" at the same time? Facilitated by Charlie Rugg. Join Charlie for...

Come to the San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre to watch “Misery” showing October 11th through October 27th. Misery follows successful romance novelist Paul Sheldon, who is rescued from a car crash by his “number one fan,” Annie Wilkes. He wakes up captive in her secluded home. While Paul is recovering, Annie reads his latest book and becomes enraged when she discovers the author has killed...

Stop by October 18th for John Novacek's Notable Insight: Romantic Generation. Join the 2024 Artist-in-Residence, pianist John Novacek, for this Notable Insight "in the round" at the Harold J. Miossi CPAC Experimental Theater. John will be discussing composers of the "Romantic Generation" that he'll feature on his October 19th recital, guiding you through the music and offering his expert take on these incredible pieces.

This docent led leisurely walk will take place at Mackey Point at the Santa Margarita Lake Natural Area. We welcome cancer patients, survivors, and their guests. Attendees will receive free entrance to the park during the walk and for the remainder of the day. Pre-registration is required in order to have the park entrance fee waived. Questions? Email Teresa at [email protected]

The San Luis Obispo County Open Studios Art Tour, a program of SLO County Arts Council, takes place each year over two weekends in October, National Arts and Humanities Month. Free to the public, fine artists and crafters open their studios to showcase their art and share their processes. Visitors create their own self-guided tours using the catalog. 152 artists and crafters are participating in...

Come to the San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre to watch “Misery” showing October 11th through October 27th. Misery follows successful romance novelist Paul Sheldon, who is rescued from a car crash by his “number one fan,” Annie Wilkes. He wakes up captive in her secluded home. While Paul is recovering, Annie reads his latest book and becomes enraged when she discovers the author has killed...

The San Luis Obispo County Open Studios Art Tour, a program of SLO County Arts Council, takes place each year over two weekends in October, National Arts and Humanities Month. Free to the public, fine artists and crafters open their studios to showcase their art and share their processes. Visitors create their own self-guided tours using the catalog. 152 artists and crafters are participating in...

Come to the San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre to watch “Misery” showing October 11th through October 27th. Misery follows successful romance novelist Paul Sheldon, who is rescued from a car crash by his “number one fan,” Annie Wilkes. He wakes up captive in her secluded home. While Paul is recovering, Annie reads his latest book and becomes enraged when she discovers the author has killed...

Walk-in tours (individuals and groups less than 10 persons) When you enter the doors of the Julia Morgan designed Monday Club you will walk with docents who will take you back to the 1920's and 30's where the Depression was affecting every household, prohibition was in full swing and most women had just been given the right to vote. You will learn about the intersecting...

A robust nonprofit culture that fosters trust, collaboration, and innovation empowers the organization to fulfill its mission and create lasting impact. But great culture doesn’t just happen—it requires intentional leadership, clear values, and a continual effort to cultivate an environment where everyone feels valued and motivated to contribute. The Applied Wisdom for Nonprofits team will take you through the basics of a practical and concise free...

Join the Cal Poly Performing Arts Center in the Harold Miossi Hall October 22nd for Tessa Lark, Joshua Roman and Edgar Meyer. Perhaps today’s best-known bass virtuoso, Grammy-winner Edgar Meyer has built an extraordinary career—as a soloist with leading orchestras; a musical sparring partner with the likes of Yo-Yo Ma, Zakir Hussain, Joshua Bell, Chris Thile, and Béla Fleck; and an in-demand composer and recording...

The Harold J. Miossi Art Gallery at Cuesta College is excited to announce Face to Face, a solo exhibition by acclaimed artist Jamil Hellu. The exhibition will be on display from October 24 to December 8, with an opening reception on October 24 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. An artist talk will occur during the reception at 6:00 p.m. in Room 6304 and via live stream...

Come to the San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre to watch “Misery” showing October 11th through October 27th. Misery follows successful romance novelist Paul Sheldon, who is rescued from a car crash by his “number one fan,” Annie Wilkes. He wakes up captive in her secluded home. While Paul is recovering, Annie reads his latest book and becomes enraged when she discovers the author has killed...

The SLO Elks Lodge will be hosting a community Haunted House and Carnival on 25-26 October from 5 - 9 PM.

Come to the Davidson Music Center October 25th for the Music Faculty Showcase! The recital will feature Cal Poly’s applied music faculty, who are recognized across the region for their expertise in solo and chamber ensemble performance. Tickets will be sold at the door; $10 for general admission, $5 for students.

Join us for our 4th Annual Wiggle Waggle Fall Festival! Bring the whole family, including leashed and dog-friendly dogs, to Woods SLO on October 26th, from 12-3 p.m. to enjoy this FREE fall-themed community pet celebration and a whole lot of HOWL-o-ween fun! Costume Contests Stuffed-Animal Pull Dog Training Demos Photos in the Pup'kin Patch Santa Paws Portraits Half-Off Pet Adoptions at both Woods and Animal Services...

Come enjoy the Harvest Festival happening October 26th at Cuesta College! The Harvest Festival is a celebration of the Fall season and National Disability Awareness Month, offering the community a chance to come together, have fun and support a great cause. There will be a pumpkin patch, festival games and a costume contest, thrift and nursery shop and donate, live music and food. Admission is...

After 25 years of co-owning and managing Kelsey See Canyon Vineyards, Laurie Kelsey will be retiring at the end of this month, and we’re going all out to give her a proper send off! Join us October 25 – 27 to celebrate Laurie’s 25 years of hard work and dedication to Kelsey See Canyon Vineyards. We’ll be sending her off in style with sales on...

Music * Beer * Food 9 a.m. Car Show / Fun Run / registration starts at 7 a.m. 9 a.m. Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast 9 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. Live music on 2nd Street Biergarten opens at 11 a.m.

After 25 years of co-owning and managing Kelsey See Canyon Vineyards, Laurie Kelsey will be retiring at the end of this month, and we’re going all out to give her a proper send off! Join us October 25 – 27 to celebrate Laurie’s 25 years of hard work and dedication to Kelsey See Canyon Vineyards. We’ll be sending her off in style with sales on...

Come to the San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre to watch “Misery” showing October 11th through October 27th. Misery follows successful romance novelist Paul Sheldon, who is rescued from a car crash by his “number one fan,” Annie Wilkes. He wakes up captive in her secluded home. While Paul is recovering, Annie reads his latest book and becomes enraged when she discovers the author has killed...

AMP presents Disney Pixar’s Coco in Concert on Tour! Enjoy a magical evening with a screening of the complete film Coco, accompanied by the Oscar® and Grammy®- winning music of Michael Giacchino, performed live by the 20-member Orquesta Folclórica Nacional de México, conducted by Esin Aydingoz. Experience the Oscar®- winning song Remember Me by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, and songs by Germaine Franco and...

AMP presents Disney Pixar’s Coco in Concert on Tour! Enjoy a magical evening with a screening of the complete film Coco, accompanied by the Oscar® and Grammy®- winning music of Michael Giacchino, performed live by the 20-member Orquesta Folclórica Nacional de México, conducted by Esin Aydingoz. Experience the Oscar®- winning song Remember Me by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, and songs by Germaine Franco and...

Come see Eternamene: A Día de los Muertos Spectacular! happening October 30th at the Harold Miossi Hall San Luis Obispo! Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar and Ballet Folklorico del Rio Grande invite you to join in a celebration of life with lively music and dance, beautiful costumes, and a virtual altar to those we have lost. An homage to Mexico’s rich cultural heritage, this show...

Join us for the City of San Luis Obispo's first ever Pumpkin Smash happening November 1st! Bring old Halloween pumpkins to toss into a green bin and learn how the pumpkins will become valuable compost. Visit Emerson Park for a free pumpkin toss, composting demonstrations, food trucks, lawn games, and more! To ensure the compost is clean, please remove any candles and decorations from your...

Ubu's Other Shoe Staged Reading Friday, November 1st @ 7pm Saturday, November 2nd @ 2pm & 7pm   In this New York Drama Critics' Circle Award-winning play, Molly Sweeney leads a full and productive life as a woman with blindness. But her husband Frank can never leave well enough alone. His insistence that she undergo a risky surgery to restore her sight has powerful and...

Event Information Schedule of Events: Registration at 9:00am Ceremony at 10:00am Walk at 10:30am Location: Mission Plaza | 989 Chorro St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Route Length: 3k General Information Where do the funds go? All funds raised through Walk to End Alzheimer's further the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer's Association. The Alzheimer's Association is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization. All donations...

Ubu's Other Shoe Staged Reading Friday, November 1st @ 7pm Saturday, November 2nd @ 2pm & 7pm   In this New York Drama Critics' Circle Award-winning play, Molly Sweeney leads a full and productive life as a woman with blindness. But her husband Frank can never leave well enough alone. His insistence that she undergo a risky surgery to restore her sight has powerful and...