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2 events,Slam Dunk Deal Half off when you buy any six bottles or more. Choose free pick up or $15 flat-rate shipping at checkout. Offer available at vinarobles.com. Valid March 18 - 29, 2021, while supplies last. No further discounts apply. SLO Provisions Presents Easter Dinner to Go Options SLO Provisions in San Luis Obispo is offering several options for Easter dinners to go. Easter falls on April fourth this year and the meals will be available to pick up on April third. Options range from an elegant dinner for two to a comfort-food centric meal for six to eight people. The last day to order... |
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Front Porch is a free coffee house and community space located just off campus of Cal Poly. We primarily serve the student population of San Luis Obispo. Every Wednesday between March 31 and June 2 (3/31, 4/7, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19, 5/26, 6/2), we will have a food distribution from 4 to 5 for students to pick up ingredients to make a meal...
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"Mysterious Seas," airs via the Cal Poly Arts website on Wednesday March 31 at 7:00 p.m. Get a glimpse into the ocean’s greatest depths—and the fascinating creatures that live there—with two leading marine biologists and National Geographic Emerging Explorers. David Gruber searches the oceans for bioluminescent and biofluorescent marine species and designs delicate and noninvasive tools for studying and interacting with deep-sea life. Diva Amon participates in expeditions around...
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April 2, 2021 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Incorporating your business is probably one of the first thoughts that comes to your mind when planning to start or grow a business, but do you need to? Should you? This workshop covers the various options available, from sole proprietor to LLC to corporation. Come learn which one would work best for you. *This is an...
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Grab lunch from your favorite local restaurant (or your kitchen) and join us on Fridays from 12 – 12:30 PM on Facebook LIVE for a stimulating conversation with former Grover Beach City Councilmember, Mariam Shah and SLO Chamber President/CEO, Jim Dantona. About this week's guest: Mariam Shah was born in Cleveland, Ohio and participated in her first political march at the age of 3. After...
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Even though SLO REP’s stage is dark, we are doing our best to stay connected with our audience, our friends and our family of generous supporters through THE INTERMISSION SHOW! THE INTERMISSION SHOW is presented in an effort to connect with our artists and patrons, and to keep this theatre community as strong as possible during this period of empty space and sheltering at home. In...
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CANVA FOR ALL: DESIGN LIKE A PRO! April 3, 2021 | 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Do you spend too much time trying to “figure out what to share” then even more time making it? If yes, this workshop may be for you! Join us at our interactive workshop for Canva. Learn how to efficiently navigate your marketing and design to reduce headache and optimize... |
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Grow Your Business with Google Adwords Date: 4/7/21 Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM (PDT) Registration Deadline: 4/7/21 1:00 PM (PDT) Fee: No Fee Point of Contact: Barbara Burgess (805) 595-1357 Is your advertising bringing customers to your site? Does your advertising improve your sales? Do you know how to capture the attention of potential customers? Learn the power of Adwords. Leverage the power of Google Gain immediate visibility Maximize your...
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Training Topics: Managing a Business, Marketing/Sales, Social Media, Technology Description: Is your advertising bringing customers to your site? Does your advertising improve your sales? Do you know how to capture the attention of potential customers? Learn the power of Adwords. Leverage the power of Google Gain immediate visibility Maximize your business's digital presence Improve brand awareness Presented by Steve Burnside is the Director of Development...
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Front Porch is a free coffee house and community space located just off campus of Cal Poly. We primarily serve the student population of San Luis Obispo. Every Wednesday between March 31 and June 2, we will have a food distribution from 4 to 5 for students to pick up ingredients to make a meal for their household at home, or pick up prepared food...
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BLOGGING BEST PRACTICES: HOW TO LAUNCH YOUR BLOG, WRITE WHAT READERS WANT AND GROW YOUR WEB TRAFFIC April 9, 2021 | 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. What do your blog visitors want to read? How often should you post? What if you run out of ideas? How can you attract more web traffic? Whether you're about to start a blog or want to make your...
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Grab lunch from your favorite local restaurant and join us Friday from 12 – 12:30 PM on Facebook LIVE for a stimulating conversation with Cal Poly President, Jeffrey D. Armstrong and SLO Chamber President/CEO, Jim Dantona. About this week's guest: Jeffrey D. Armstrong began his tenure as Cal Poly's ninth permanent president in 2011. Since then, he has focused on ways to improve graduation rates, further...
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3 events,Don Norton will virtually share what the California Short Line Railroad Association is all about. Go to http://www.slorrm.com for more information and the link.
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Connect with your local Family Resource Center! Pick up FREE practical items, educational resources and family-friendly activity kits. No registration required. Please remain in your vehicle when you arrive.
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Session #1 4/12/21 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM (PDT) Session #2 4/14/21 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM (PDT) Program Format: Multi-session Course Webinar Training Topics: eCommerce, Marketing/Sales, Social Media |
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Spokes Symposium 2021 brings together experts in the field and regional nonprofit leaders to discuss taking stock, pivoting, and building collaborations to survive and thrive during times of great change. The virtual event will take place from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. on three consecutive Thursdays, April 13, 20, and 27. Topics in this three-part webinar series include: • Taking stock of your financial health... |
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Cal Poly will host its first Amazon Web Services (AWS) Discovery Days on April 14 and 21, allowing students and professionals access to free one-day training events to introduce AWS cloud services. The AWS Discovery Days are designed to provide a glimpse into a variety of cybersecurity, cloud optimization, digital literacy and high-tech topics with the goal of creating interest in and an overall understanding...
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Front Porch is a free coffee house and community space located just off campus of Cal Poly. We primarily serve the student population of San Luis Obispo. Every Wednesday between March 31 and June 2, we will have a food distribution from 4 to 5 for students to pick up ingredients to make a meal for their household at home, or pick up prepared food...
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Session #1 4/12/21 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM (PDT) Session #2 4/14/21 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM (PDT) Program Format: Multi-session Course Webinar Training Topics: eCommerce, Marketing/Sales, Social Media |
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The Paso Robles Event Center is pleased to announce the Mid-State Fair Market, a monthly outdoor shopping experience beginning in March 2021. The Mid-State Fair Market is a one-day opportunity to find antiques, new and used items, plus handmade items from local artisans and crafters. Featured vendors will have apparel, beauty products and items for your home, garden, or kitchen. Admission is free! Mid-State Fair...
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HOW TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS WITH BUSINESS MODEL CANVAS PLUS April 16, 2021 | 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Use the 21st Century Business Planning Roadmap to: Attract new Customers Improve your Products or Services Become more Efficient Grow your Revenues and Profits Business Model Canvas Plus is a unique way to identify the action steps necessary to achieve new heights for your business. This is...
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How to Grow Your Business with Business Model Canvas Plus April 16th, 2021 | 11:30am - 1:00pm Use the 21st Century Business Planning Roadmap to: · Attract new Customers · Improve your Products or Services · Become more Efficient · Grow your Revenues and Profits Business Model Canvas Plus is a unique way to identify the action steps necessary to achieve... |
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A meal for two which includes three soups, a fresh baked baguette, spring rainbow radish salad, 4 fresh baked cookies and a bottle of CA chardonnay - all for $50! Don't miss out, buy your tickets in advance from www.historycenterofslo.org/soup or call (805)543-0638. |
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Spokes Symposium 2021 brings together experts in the field and regional nonprofit leaders to discuss taking stock, pivoting, and building collaborations to survive and thrive during times of great change. The virtual event will take place from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. on three consecutive Thursdays, April 13, 20, and 27. Topics in this three-part webinar series include: • Taking stock of your financial health... |
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How to Begin Your Business April 21st, 2021 | 9:30am - 12:30pm Study the basics every entrepreneur or new business owner must first know: · Your all-important Feasibility Study. · Why are you forming a Business? Are you in the right Business? Who are your Target Customers? Who are your Competitors? · The importance of a Business Plan. · How to understand and use Financial...
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Cal Poly will host its first Amazon Web Services (AWS) Discovery Days on April 14 and 21, allowing students and professionals access to free one-day training events to introduce AWS cloud services. The AWS Discovery Days are designed to provide a glimpse into a variety of cybersecurity, cloud optimization, digital literacy and high-tech topics with the goal of creating interest in and an overall understanding... |
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View this month's GMSLO flyers HERE Grab breakfast and coffee and join us for this month's Good Morning SLO program. To preserve some community connection in this time of being apart, you’ll have the chance to interact with speakers by asking your most pressing questions. Zoom invite will be sent upon registration. Thank you to this month's featured sponsor: April topics include: THE JUDGEMENT IS...
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Are you a woman entrepreneur looking for support? Do you need more resources to support your success? Ascent is an online learning platform that utilizes a modern, e-learning approach specifically targeted for women businessowners who want to grow their businesses. Ascent offers: The ability to choose topics as needed A database of over 100 multimedia learning tools on a variety of topics such as financial literacy, intellectual...
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The storytelling jam will feature a series of three-minute personal stories from residents in the San Luis Obispo region, sharing the positive effects that biking, walking, and using public transit have had on their lives, with time for questions and answers. Our storytellers for the event include these SLO County residents: · Eric Azriel - Graduate Student, Cal Poly · Jim DeCecco - Retired teacher... |
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This SCORE workshop on Google Search Engine Optimization(SEO) will cover the basics of website optimization through a checklist for beginners and be an opportunity to explore a few of the tools alongside local traffic and SEO expert Lacey Clifton (@Chicadita). Workshop attendees will learn how to effectively jump to the top of the list in Google’s search algorithm with Google’s social platform and the steps...
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Grab lunch from your favorite local restaurant (or your kitchen) and join us on Friday from 12 – 12:30 PM on Facebook LIVE for a stimulating conversation with SLO Chamber President/CEO, Jim Dantona and French Hospital Medical Center President and CEO, Alan Iftiniuk. About this week’s guest: For the last 18 years, Alan Iftiniuk has held the position of President and CEO of French Hospital...
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Your Business Plan is Your Roadmap to Success! • Study the basics of a traditional Business Plan, describing how your business operates. • Then, learn how to use the Business Model Canvas, defining who and what your business success really depends upon! • Plus, details of the two most important elements of your plan, sales and financial projections, and more! LEARN MORE & REGISTER
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HOW TO PREPARE AND USE A BUSINESS PLAN April 24, 2021 | 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Your Business Plan is Your Roadmap to Success! Study the basics of a traditional Business Plan, describing how your business operates. Then, learn how to use the Business Model Canvas, defining who and what your business success really depends upon! Plus, details of the two most important elements... |
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4 events,Pack your picnic blanket and join us for a beautiful day at the SLO Botanical Garden this Mother’s Day! Treat Mom to a delicious BBQ meal with a choice of tri-tip, chicken, or vegetarian meals for two. Pick up your meal between 2 pm and 4 pm, then stay, picnic and enjoy live music. Or take your email to go. Purchase includes one free admission...
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This two-day virtual event will provide an understanding of labor compliance. This course is designed for small business owners/contractors who work on jobs subject to prevailing wage requirements. Instruction will include an overview of State and Federal labor laws, what Caltrans specifically requires, how to complete associated paperwork, common mistakes to avoid, and the certified payroll submission process for various types of contracts. Attendees should attend...
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Spokes Symposium 2021 brings together experts in the field and regional nonprofit leaders to discuss taking stock, pivoting, and building collaborations to survive and thrive during times of great change. The virtual event will take place from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. on three consecutive Thursdays, April 13, 20, and 27. Topics in this three-part webinar series include: • Taking stock of your financial health...
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APRIL 27TH: 6:00-7:30 PM, - FREE- MOVIE AND DISCUSSION: “REEL BAD ARABS: HOW HOLLYWOOD VILIFIES A PEOPLE” Moderated by Dr. Hala Baki (Cal Poly) Join us for a free screening of this groundbreaking documentary that examines Hollywood’s long history of Arab stereotyping. From bellydancers to bombers, these degrading images have persisted over time and have helped normalize anti-Arab prejudice. Reel Bad Arabs sheds light on... |
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Front Porch is a free coffee house and community space located just off campus of Cal Poly. We primarily serve the student population of San Luis Obispo. Every Wednesday between March 31 and June 2, we will have a food distribution from 4 to 5 for students to pick up ingredients to make a meal for their household at home, or pick up prepared food...
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Join us on Thursday, April 29th for our Virtual New Member Orientation! At this casual and virtual get-together where we have a chance to get to know you better, you will get an overview of SLO Chamber of Commerce and staff roles, as well as have a chance to talk about your business and to meet the other new members of the SLO Chamber. Also,...
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This two-day virtual event will provide an understanding of labor compliance. This course is designed for small business owners/contractors who work on jobs subject to prevailing wage requirements. Instruction will include an overview of State and Federal labor laws, what Caltrans specifically requires, how to complete associated paperwork, common mistakes to avoid, and the certified payroll submission process for various types of contracts. Attendees should attend...
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EL CAMINO HOMELESS ORGANIZATION EMPTY BOWLS EVENT RETURNS IN 2021 El Camino Homeless Organization is holding its annual Empty Bowls event on Thursday, April 29, 2021 at Atascadero Bible Church, 6225 Atascadero Ave., Atascadero. New this year, is a DRIVE THRU pick up from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The event features delectable soups, stews and chowders from local restaurant chefs and artisan breads... |
6 events,San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden: Spring Plant Sale Spring is here and it’s time for some serious gardening! Find unique, drought-tolerant plants that are perfect for your yard. Join us at the San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden for our annual Spring Plant Sale. This fundraising event will be held outdoors, next to the gift shop on Friday, April 30th through Sunday, May 2nd, from 10... San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden Presents: Art in the Garden: Art Show and Fundraiser Do you enjoy supporting local artists? Come be a part of San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden’s Art in the Garden Art Show and Fundraiser! This free, in-person event will be held at the Oak Glen Pavilion at the Garden April 30th - May 16th, Thursdays through Sundays from 11 AM...
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Every business is unique and has one or more USP’s! Do you know yours? Learn how to: • Identify your Unique Selling Proposition (USP) and apply it with your Marketing tools. • Use the technique of “Branding” your business. • Apply the 5 P’s of every successful Marketing campaign. • Translate your product Features into Consumer Benefits. • And much more! LEARN MORE & REGISTER
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Grab lunch from your favorite local restaurant (or your kitchen) and join us on Friday from 12 – 12:30 PM on Facebook LIVE for a stimulating conversation with SLO Chamber President/CEO, Jim Dantona and The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County’s CEO, Heidi McPherson. About this week’s guest: Heidi McPherson has served as the CEO of The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County since March...
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The Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo will livestream a performance by the Arthur White Quartet on Friday, April 30 at 7:30 p.m. as part of their ‘LIVE from the PAC’ free virtual concert series. This month’s performance features Cal Poly professor and saxophonist Arthur White joined by vibraphonist Sean Collins, bassist Dylan Johnson, and drummer Darrell Voss. White is a nationally recognized composer, arranger,... |
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This will be a great opportunity to get outdoors safely and enjoy easy, moderate and advanced hikes where ever you are, at your own pace, while supporting advocacy for local foster children! CASA of San Luis Obispo County advocates for the best interests of abused and neglected children within the court system. CASA recruits, trains, and supervises volunteers who advocate for this vulnerable population with...
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Saturdays 8am - 1pm Sharpen your photographic skills, take control of your camera, and achieve your artistic goals in the natural setting of Montana de Oro. Starting with a morning hike through one of the most panoramic paths on the central coast, learn how to work with light and shadows to capture creative compositions of these expansive coastal landscapes. In-classroom instruction will follow at the...
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Eckerd Connects, a national leader in workforce development, Job Corps, juvenile justice, and child welfare services, is hosting “Expanding Your Post-Pandemic Toolkit,” a free virtual community event, on May 1st at 9:00am. This free event includes four sessions of workshops that address employment, education, health and wealth wellness, business needs, and more - led by local experts. Have kids? We have a special kids track...
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“What does inclusion look and feel like in the outdoor industry and bicycling community? Bike SLO County, in collaboration with R.A.C.E. Matters and SLO Motion Film, is proud to present two inspiring short films — Becoming Ruby and Pedal Through. Brooklyn Bell, subject of both films and advocate for diversifying the outdoors, will appear for a virtual discussion with Amman Asfaw, who served as Chair...
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