Community Events
Events for May 13, 2017
The Great American Melodrama Presents: A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court and the S is for School Vaudeville Revue
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court and the S is for School Vaudeville Revue perform April 27 - June 11. Performances are Wednesday through Fridays at 7 pm, Saturdays at 3 and 7 pm, and Sundays at 6 pm. The Melodrama’s in-house snack bar features great food and drinks served before the show and during intermissions. Tickets are $20 to $27, with discounts available...
GALLERY AT MARINA SQUARE presents: YAEL KORIN, FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHY
Opening Reception: FRIDAY, MAY 12th, 2017 from 5pm to 8pm Exhibit Beginning: MAY 1, 2017 Exhibit Ending: MAY 29, 2017 Location: GALLERY AT MARINA SQUARE, 601 EMBARCADERO, SUITE 10, MORRO BAY, CA 93442 Event Contact Number: 805-772-1068 Artist Statement: In Yael's own words, "I am intrigued by the complexity of the light and shapes reflected by the water's surface, as well as by what can...
GALLERY AT MARINA SQUARE presents: CRAIG HARRILL, FINE ART MIXED MEDIA PAINTING
Opening Reception: FRIDAY, MAY 12TH, 2017 from 5pm to 8pm Event Contact Number: 805-772-1068 Artist Statement: Craig B. Harrill is a teacher in the central valley with deep family ties to Morro Bay. He has done several murals, and many sets and backgrounds for theater productions. In Craig’s own words: “I love to surf, and the ocean has cradled me in her arms for over...
Art of Recovery
Art of Recovery is a community art show in celebration of living mentally well, presented by Helping Hands Recovery Learning Community, a program of Transitions-Mental Health Association. Free Artwork Exhibit May 8-12 and 15-19 4pm-7pm Opening Reception: Friday May 12 5pm-8pm Featuring music by Tom Mutchler Refreshments Provided 513 North G Street Lompoc, CA For more information, call 805-623-5027 or visit www.t-mha.org
Miracle Miles for Kids
On Saturday, May 13th, Family Care Network, Inc. (FCNI) will host its 14th annual 10K walk/run, Miracle Miles for Kids (MM4K), a benefit for children, youth, and families impacted by trauma on the central coast. With over 2,500 runners and walkers participating, MM4K helps raise funds to support the critical needs of those served by FCNI. FCNI invites members of the community to register for...
SLO County Bike Month: Rideshare at Courtland Street Apartments
Rideshare will be at Courtland Street Apartments in Arroyo Grande to talk about Bike Month and answer questions about all-things transportation. Join us for food, bike decorating, a bicycle safety assembly, prizes and special giveaways. Representatives from Bike SLO County will also be available. See you there! 10AM-12PM
San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum presents: SLO TRAIN DAY
Plan now to check out the fun for SLO Train Day. Celebrate the 123rd anniversary of our Museum building and the arrival of the Southern Pacific in San Luis Obispo. Be among the first to see our new SANTA MARIA VALLEY RAILROAD EXHIBIT. If you are interested in renting space on the platform, contact us at [email protected]. There will be swap meet tables, Amtrak information,...
HumanKind Presents World Fair Trade Day
20 percent off all jewelry Kids' activities In-Store scavenger Chocolate tasting
SLO Children’s Museum Art Center Activity: Bugs Hiding in Grass
Sponge paint a blue sky and use a chopstick to paint green grass. Add googly eyes to the wet grass as though there are bugs peeking through. 10am-5pm
By the Sea: Ceramics by Patricia Griffin
Patricia Griffin is an expressive ceramicist whose unique work captures the natural beauty of the Central Coast. The San Luis Obispo Museum of Art is honored to present By The Sea: Ceramics by Patricia Griffin, an exhibition composed of Griffin’s new body of work, from May 5 – July 2, 2017. The SLOMA exhibition features colorful graphic interpretations of plants, animals, and rhythms of Griffin’s...
Six Squared
The San Luis Obispo Museum of Art presents Six Squared, an exhibition of traditional print media by the Central Coast Printmakers on view in the McMeen Gallery from April 7 – May 28, 2017. There will be an opening reception for the exhibition from 6 – 9 PM on Friday, April 7 in conjunction with Art After Dark. Artists were invited to create three 6...
Point San Luis Lighthouse Presents Mother’s Day Victorian Tea and Tour
At the Point San Luis Lighthouse Avila Beach, Calif. -- On Saturday, May 13th the Point San Luis Lighthouse will be hosting the Victorian Mother’s Day Tea. The signature event will feature four tours throughout the day. There will be a wide variety of teas on hand, local wines, and authentic Victorians foods will be served. Live music will fill the air as guests enjoy...
Pacific Wildlife Care presents: Wild in the Plaza celebrating Pacific Wildlife Care’s 30th anniversary
This FREE family event celebrating Pacific Wildlife Care's 30th anniversary will feature our native animal ambassadors, including an owl, hawk, falcon, turtles, pelicans, bats and a snake ! There will be entertainment including music, face painting, balloon animals, a unicyclist, juggler and more. Come and discover more about wildlife through arts and craft projects, stories, skits, an animal quiz with prizes and a children's dress-up-as-a-wild-animal...
Wild in the Plaza presented by Pacific Wildlife Care
This FREE family event celebrating Pacific Wildlife Care's 30th anniversary will feature our native animal ambassadors, including an owl, hawk, falcon, turtles, pelicans, bats and a snake ! There will be entertainment including music, face painting, balloon animals, a juggler and more. Come and discover more about wildlife through arts and craft projects, stories, skits, an animal quiz with prizes and a children's dress-up-as-a-wild-animal parade....
SLO County Bike Month: SLO Tweed Ride
A tweed ride is a leisurely metropolitan bicycle ride with a bit of style, where cyclists dress in traditional early 20th century attire (tweed, wool, knickers, hats, moustaches, oxfords, etc) and hopefully accompanied by an accent as well! Any bicycle is acceptable, but classic vintage bicycles are highly encouraged as we cycle through the city’s iconic landmarks. Along the way, we stop for a tea...
Saturday Live feat. Kenny Taylor at Vina Robles Winery
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 lunch offerings available for purchase. No outside alcohol please. For the full concert schedule and other events, visit www.VinaRobles.com.
SLO Little Theatre presents “Our Town”
Winner of the 1938 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Our Town follows the small town of Grover’s Corners through three acts: “Daily Life,” “Love and Marriage,” and “Death and Eternity.” Narrated by a stage manager and performed with minimal props and sets, this is the “must-see” play in the canon of American theatre. Don’t miss this classic American drama written by America’s favorite playwright.
The Great American Melodrama Presents: A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court and the S is for School Vaudeville Revue
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court and the S is for School Vaudeville Revue perform April 27 - June 11. Performances are Wednesday through Fridays at 7 pm, Saturdays at 3 and 7 pm, and Sundays at 6 pm. The Melodrama’s in-house snack bar features great food and drinks served before the show and during intermissions. Tickets are $20 to $27, with discounts available...
Sprout Up Gala
Come one, come all! Come to Sprout Up's annual Sprout Up Gala at Santa Rosa park to celebrate science education for kids! This event is for the whole community, join us in garden party attire. What's happening at the Gala for free? Live music, painting, science activities for all ages Requires payment: food, entering into the cornhole tournament, silent auction Link for corn hole tournament...
Morro Bay Art Walk
Spend an enjoyable evening strolling along Morro Bay’s beautiful waterfront! Converse with many talented local artists about their fine art, jewelry, crafts and more! Enjoy refreshments and music provided by participating galleries, restaurants and shops.
The Great American Melodrama Presents: A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court and the S is for School Vaudeville Revue
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court and the S is for School Vaudeville Revue perform April 27 - June 11. Performances are Wednesday through Fridays at 7 pm, Saturdays at 3 and 7 pm, and Sundays at 6 pm. The Melodrama’s in-house snack bar features great food and drinks served before the show and during intermissions. Tickets are $20 to $27, with discounts available...
SloFolks Presents: Steep Ravine
Doors open at 6:30 pm
THE WELLNESS KITCHEN presents: SOUL KITCHEN by NIGHT! To benefit the Pay it Forward meal program
LIGHT DINNER, WINE AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE, LIVE MUSIC, BRING CHAIRS Silent Auction & Grand Raffle for Hands-On cooking class for 6 at The Wellness Kitchen. DONATIONS & PROCEEDS benefit the Pay it Forward meal program that provides nutritious food for those going through cancer and critical illness. $35 per person Donations Appreciated!