Join SLOMA for an exhibition by SLO photographer Robert Kennedy, on view in the First Gallery from November 20 to December 31. Mr. Kennedy has been a professional photographer and college level instructor of photography for over fifty years. He has been published in LIFE, National Geographic, Sunset, and many other publications.

The Gallery at the Network is seeking professional 3-D artwork/artists to show in their gallery. Artists must reside in SLO county. Artwork will be juried and admitted on a space available basis. The Gallery does maintain a waiting list of ALL approved artists/artwork. Please visit The Gallery at the Network, located at 778 Higuera St., Suite B, San Luis Obispo, CA. 93401, or visit our...

Celebrate the Hand Made: Each year, the Nybak Wing transforms into a high-end art gallery boutique sporting a cache of treasures created by local artisans. The 28th annual CraftArt Market will have a special members-only opening on November 25 and will be open to the public from November 27 to December 31. SLOMA will be open daily from 11am – 5pm during CraftArt Market.

Ho, Ho, Ho! The San Luis Obispo Collection presents Santa’s House in beautiful Downtown SLO in Mission Plaza. Every child that visits with Santa will receive a candy cane, toy and coloring book at no charge. It is $5 to take a picture with own device, $7.50 for a Souvenir framed photo or $11 to take your own photo and receive a souvenir framed photo.

Come to Tap it Brewing every Friday from 2-9 p.m. and enjoy a local brew along with Food Truck Fare from The Grilled Cheese Incident.

The Civic Ballet Presents Nutcracker Directed By Drew Silvaggio This year's Nutcracker is accompanied by the Opera San Luis Orchestra conducted by Brian Asher Alhadeff, OperaSLO Artistic and General Director. It's Christmas Eve and Clara is about to have the night of her dreams! Audiences of all ages will marvel at the magic and wonder of this spectacular, professional production that has delighted the Central...

The Civic Ballet of SLO presents "The Nutcracker" Directed by Drew Silvaggio featuring the Opera San Luis Obispo Orchestra conducted by Brian Asher Alhadeff It's Christmas Eve and Clara is about to have the night of her dreams! Audiences of all ages will marvel at the magic and wonder of this spectacular, professional production accompanied by a live orchestra.

Enjoy 1/2 price drinks for all winter graduates at Mother's Tavern the morning before graduation. Doors open at 6am. Don't miss out on this great tradition! Please drink responsibly!

We'll bring the donuts as you leave SLO at 6:50 am on the morning Surfliner, travel to Santa Barbara, and return on the luxurious Pacific Trail Streamliner (see above left). Arrive back about 1pm and have the afternoon to visit the Railroad Museum. As a holiday bonus, SANTA will be boarding in Grover Beach and will arrive in SLO on your train. Cost is only...

Come join county artists for a paint out at the Cal Poly Leaning Pine Arboretum. This horticultural gem is a true community resource. Our goal, as artists, is to increase public awareness of this lovely, 50-year-old five acre Arboretum, representing a variety of gardens.

Wineries of 46 East Holiday Open House Saturday, December 12 - 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tour the Paso Robles Wineries of Highway 46 East during their annual holiday open house and enjoy wine tasting as well as an abundance of holiday cheer at all tasting rooms. Vina Robles will be offering great specials on wines, gift packaging, home accessories, and more - you are...

Santa will be arriving by tractor at 11 a.m. - bring the young ones and have your wish list ready to share! Light lunch and holiday goodies will be complimentary. Please RSVP to (805) 543-3654 or email [email protected]

Three Barrel-aged hard ciders on tap plus! Meet the cider maker and local resident Chris LeMieux. There will a wine and champagne bar as well as a taco and tamales stand. All proceeds benefit a local child in need of surgery this holiday season. Family, children and pets are welcome! See ya in the canyon!

Join us on December 12 from 12 - 5 for our annual Olive the Holidays Party. We'll be serving up Christmas cookies, treats, and spiced hot cider. We'll also be spreading cheer by making fresh olive wreaths while listening to traditional Christmas songs. We are asking for a $10 donation for the local Food Bank for your wreath.

Make Merry Holiday Concert Series at the Lighthouse Trolley Tour Live Music by Chris Beland & Harmony - December 5th. Vocal Arts Ensemble - December 12th. Mckinley Boys - December 19th Shawn Clark Family Band on December 26th. Featuring wine by Alapay Cellars. Cider, savoury and sweet treats, beautifully decorated historic buildings, our "living history" tours where all docents will be dressed in period attire....

Forget the sleigh. Bring the kids to see Santa arrive BY TRAIN and make his way to the historic Lounge Car at the Museum, where he will be seeing children who want to share their holiday wishes with him. Bring your camera to remember this one!

Saturday Live feat. Pam Smith Duo Saturday, December 12 - 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Every Saturday, we invite you to slow down from your week, sit back and enjoy live music - all while savoring award-winning Vina Robles wines. Complimentary. No RSVP necessary. Wine tastings as well as wine by the glass and Tapas plates available for purchase.

Join Sophie Bobang-Doering from Fromagerie Sophie and Station Manager Jenna Congdon for an educational and delicious seminar and tasting of paired ciders and cheeses from around the world. We will discuss the whys of cheese and cider pairing, production methods of the cheeses, as well as the regions and styles of the ciders. $55/person + tax includes a cheese plate with assorted dried fruits, nuts,...

Featuring Roem Baur

Downtown Cayucos on Ocean Avenue Ring in the holidays by finding something wonderful for everyone on your shopping list. Great shopping deals, entertainment and refreshments offered by local merchants. Free horse-drawn carriage and trolley rides, street carolers, gingerbread house exhibit, Santa, and watch out for the Grinch.

The Contra Dance in SLO, Sat., Dec 12, 2015 features caller Lynn Ackerson, from Oakland, and local band The Growling Old Geezers. Dance Orientation is 6:30 p.m. with dancing from 7 to 10 p.m. at Odd Fellows Hall, 520 Dana St., SLO. Cost: $10 for adults; members and students with ID $5, age 16 and under free.

Live Music featuring Josh Cody.