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Thursday, May 23, 2013 Volume: 27, Issue: 43
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New Times / Calendar EventsMarch 3 - March 10Film and TV
(Times vary) This class takes place on Sun. and is taught by a professional film actor/director. Annual LA trips to perform for talent agents and casting directors. Ongoing.
Aaron Metchik
La Perla Del Mar Music
LIVE MUSIC WITH TIM JACKSON AND GUEST APPEARANCES BY DAVE MILLER
(6pm) Jackson performs folk and blues every Sat. evening and hosts an open jam session every Thurs. at
Cindy and Johnna
Vino Versato Cost: Free Art
THE UNIVERSITY ART GALLERY
Galleries (Gallery hours are Tues.-Sat. 11am-4pm) is a venue that nurtures creativity, empathy, and big-picture thinking by bringing bold thinkers, emerging and established artists, and creative professionals to campus. Receptions are held the day a new exhibit is installed.
Phone: 756-1571
Building 34, Dexter Hall
Museums (1-4pm) A historic living museum of a Victorian home circa 1880 with original furnishings and ongoing events. Tour the historic and elegant Victorian Jack House for $2.
Phone: 781-7308
536 Marsh St. Farmers Market
SLO CERTIFIED FARMERS MARKET
(10am to 2pm) On Sun. find produce, fish, local meats, vendors, musical entertainment, and baked goods.
Moez Bensalem
Kennedy Club parking lot Volunteers
CASA INFO SESSION
(12pm) Speak up for a child. Learn about becoming an advocate for an abused child and other volunteer opportunities at CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates). The fourth Wednesday of every month.
Cathy Orton
CASA Office Cost: Free Music
UKULELE STRUMMERS
March 3 (2pm for beginners, 3pm for intermediates) We meet 1st Sunday of Month. Join the Groovy Grover Strummers for a strummin' good time! Next meeting is on March 3.
Linda
Groovy Grover Strummers Cost: Free
March 3 (10pm) Be the star for the night! Take the stage and belt out all of your favorites! Mother's Tavern hosts Karaoke every Sunday and Monday night from 10pm. This party is unlike any other, and always promises to be a great time full of your favorite songs and great dancing! Read more here: http://events.sanluisobispo.com/san_luis_obispo_ca/events/show/308343527-karaoke-night#storylink=cpy
events
Mother's Tavern Cost: free
March 3 (2pm) Exceptionally talented musicians from the San Luis Obispo Youth Symphony will be performing chamber works on March 3.
Rebecca Sloan
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Cost: $20 for general admission and $5 for students. Under 12 is free
TOM RANIER
March 3 (Two performances: 4pm and 7:15pm) On March 3 Pianist Tom Ranier will perform a solo recital at D'Anbino Wine Tasting Room in Paso Robles. And though he will be performing a solo recital, series co-producers Charlie and Sandi Shoemake (vibraphone and vocals) will join Ranier during the program for a few selections.
Charlie Shoemake
D'anbino Cellar Cost: $15 for one show $20 for both Writers and Literature
Poetry March 3 (3pm) Poetry at the Steynberg is a monthly poetry reading series of featured and open readings held on the first Sunday of each month at the Steynberg Gallery. March 3 will feature Linnaea Phillips and Lisha Perini. There is an open reading to follow.
Kevin Patrick Sullivan
Steynberg Gallery Cost: Free Art
Openings and Receptions March 3 (12 PM to 4 PM) Shades of Green is the title for the new show opening at the Art Center Morro Bay on Thursday, February 21 and running through Monday, April 1. Featured artists Diane Henderson and Ray Atzet present acrylic and watercolor paintings around a theme. A reception for the artists that is open to the public will take place Sunday, February 24 from 2 to 4 PM. Art Center Morro Bay is at 835 Main Street in Morro Bay. For more information call 772-2504.
Ruth Ann Angus
Morro Bay Art Center Cost: Free Fundraisers
March 3 (6:00pm) An interactive event on Hunger & Homelessness in SLO County and beyond. Proceeds will be donated to the SLO Food Bank.
Sarah
Sierra Madre Hall Cost: $5 and a non perishable food item Support Groups
SUNDAY SOCIAL
March 3 (Noon) Join the Atheists Undited for food, fun, and conversation.
Martin Williams
Jaffa Cafe Cost: Free Special Events
OPEN MIC
March 4 (7-9pm) Family Friendly, all ages. 5 minute routines. No comedy or electric instruments. More info at our Facebook page. No phone calls please. March 4.
Klondike Pizza
Klondike Pizza Music
March 4 (10pm) Be the star for the night! Take the stage and belt out all of your favorites! Mother's Tavern hosts Karaoke every Sunday and Monday night from 10pm. This party is unlike any other, and always promises to be a great time full of your favorite songs and great dancing! Read more here: http://events.sanluisobispo.com/san_luis_obispo_ca/events/show/308343527-karaoke-night#storylink=cpy
events
Mother's Tavern Cost: free Art
ALMOND COUNTRY QUILTERS GUILD MEETING
Meetings and Associations March 4 (6:30pm) Members will sell no longer needed items, including fabric and sewing supplies, at our annual "Trash to Treasures" sale on March 4.
Jenny Phipps
Trinity Lutheran Church Cost: Free
Openings and Receptions March 4 (12 PM to 4 PM) Shades of Green is the title for the new show opening at the Art Center Morro Bay on Thursday, February 21 and running through Monday, April 1. Featured artists Diane Henderson and Ray Atzet present acrylic and watercolor paintings around a theme. A reception for the artists that is open to the public will take place Sunday, February 24 from 2 to 4 PM. Art Center Morro Bay is at 835 Main Street in Morro Bay. For more information call 772-2504.
Ruth Ann Angus
Morro Bay Art Center Cost: Free Sports and Wellness
Lessons and Classes March 4 (7:15pm) Liliana Graham teaches ballroom dance classes every Monday at 7:15pm in a friendly and social environment. Ages 16 to 106, beginner to advanced are encouraged to come and learn Swing,Tango, Cha Cha, Waltz, Foxtrot, Rumba and More. No partner needed.
Liliana Graham
Pismo Beach Veterans Hall Cost: 5.00
Lessons and Classes March 4 (8:15pm) This high-energy class provides great exercise in a friendly and social environment. Ages 16 to 96, beginner to advanced are encouraged to come and learn Salsa, Cha Cha, Cumbia, Merengue, Rumba and Bachata. No partner needed.
Liliana Graham
Pismo Beach Veterans Hall Cost: 5.00 Lectures and Learning
March 4 World renowned author will share his experiences in other cities and inspire us to be more "in love" with SLO.
James David
City-County Library Cost: FREE Special Events
END THE SILENCE
March 5 (7pm) Mission San Luis Obispo Social Justice presents End The Silence, a program about mental illness being presented in local high schools. Learn about local resources and ways to help a loved one or a friend with a mental illness. March 5.
Madeleine Johnson
Serra Room, Mission San Luis Obispo Cost: Free Art
Openings and Receptions March 5 (12 PM to 4 PM) Shades of Green is the title for the new show opening at the Art Center Morro Bay on Thursday, February 21 and running through Monday, April 1. Featured artists Diane Henderson and Ray Atzet present acrylic and watercolor paintings around a theme. A reception for the artists that is open to the public will take place Sunday, February 24 from 2 to 4 PM. Art Center Morro Bay is at 835 Main Street in Morro Bay. For more information call 772-2504.
Ruth Ann Angus
Morro Bay Art Center Cost: Free Sports and Wellness
March 5 (6:30pm) Cycling targets a wide variety of abilities, fitness levels and goals. You control the resistance and thus the intensity of the workout.Class meets: 1/8-4/16 Tu 6:30-7:30p $42,Class meets: 1/10-4/18 Th 6:30-7:30p $42.
San Luis Coastal Adult School
Morro Bay High School Cost: 42.00
Lessons and Classes March 5 (8:00pm) Bachata is an emotionally expressive way to escape from the trials of everyday life as you meld with the spirit of the Caribbean. Bachata drawing inspiration from the Spanish bolero and later salsa and merengue. Quote from the Los Angeles Times “Bachata dance is a phenomenon that “has exploded at local clubs” Don’t miss out on learning this incredible dance. This high-energy class provides great exercise in a friendly and social environment. Ages 16 to 96 are encouraged to come. 1st and 2nd Tue
Liliana Graham
San Luis Obispo Vet's Hall Cost: 5.00 Writers and Literature
ANOTHER TYPE OF GROOVE: SPOKEN WORD POETRY
Poetry March 6 (7:30 pm) Celebrate spoken word poetry & open mic for Women’s HERtory Month w/Judy Holiday on Wed, Mar. 6, at Chumash Auditorium.
Jose Beltran
Cal Poly - Chumash Auditorium Cost: Free Art
Openings and Receptions March 6 (12 PM to 4 PM) Shades of Green is the title for the new show opening at the Art Center Morro Bay on Thursday, February 21 and running through Monday, April 1. Featured artists Diane Henderson and Ray Atzet present acrylic and watercolor paintings around a theme. A reception for the artists that is open to the public will take place Sunday, February 24 from 2 to 4 PM. Art Center Morro Bay is at 835 Main Street in Morro Bay. For more information call 772-2504.
Ruth Ann Angus
Morro Bay Art Center Cost: Free Sports and Wellness
SLO SKIERS MONTHLY MEETING
Special Events March 6 (7:30pm) SLO Skiers, a local non-profit sport and social club, is having their monthly meeting on the first Wednesday of the month, March 6, at the Elks' Club Lodge. The meeting starts at 7:30pm and is free. SLO Skiers is open to all adults and is $40 per year for membership. Sports activities and social events are held all year long.
Pete
SLO Elks Club Cost: Free Fundraisers
SPAGHETTI DINNER AND SONG FEST
March 6 (5:30- 7:00pm) Join us for a spaghetti dinner and the live music of The Low Expectations Hillbilly Band.
Kerry L. Bates
Spaghetti Dinner & Song Fest Cost: Adults $10, Age 4-14 $5 Music
CAL POLY INSTRUMENTAL STUDENT RECITAL
March 7 (11am) Join the talented students of Cal Poly for their recital. March 7.
Cal Poly Music Department
Cal Poly Davidson Music Center Room 218 Cost: Free
March 7 (9-11pm) Songwriters At Play, in conjunction with the San Luis Obispo International Film Festival, will present free music showcases at Alegria Wine and Ware (right around the corner from the Palm Theater) on Thursday and Friday of the festival. On Thursday, Bob and Wendy will kick it off at 9pm, followed by Craig Louis Dingman, Ted Waterhouse, and the duo Jane and Michael Banks. Come for the films, then enjoy our music with wine and appetizers.March 7-8.
Steve Key
Alegria Wine and Ware Cost: Free Art
Openings and Receptions March 7 (12 PM to 4 PM) Shades of Green is the title for the new show opening at the Art Center Morro Bay on Thursday, February 21 and running through Monday, April 1. Featured artists Diane Henderson and Ray Atzet present acrylic and watercolor paintings around a theme. A reception for the artists that is open to the public will take place Sunday, February 24 from 2 to 4 PM. Art Center Morro Bay is at 835 Main Street in Morro Bay. For more information call 772-2504.
Ruth Ann Angus
Morro Bay Art Center Cost: Free Kid Stuff
Create and Learn March 7 (3:00-4:30pm) This class will feature reusable materials to create a seasonal art piece, math project, science experiment, or natural history piece . Projects are prepared and modified with elementary students in mind. Space in this program is limited, so please sign up in advance. www.smartstudioslo.com/calendar.html
Terri
SmART Studio Cost: $11 per session Sports and Wellness
March 7 (6:30pm) Cycling targets a wide variety of abilities, fitness levels and goals. You control the resistance and thus the intensity of the workout.Class meets: 1/8-4/16 Tu 6:30-7:30p $42,Class meets: 1/10-4/18 Th 6:30-7:30p $42.
San Luis Coastal Adult School
Morro Bay High School Cost: 42.00 Lectures and Learning
March 7 (11am) Stanford University's Ron Nakao will present on March 7 in Kennedy Library Data Studio room 111C.
Jeanine Scaramozzino
Robert E. Kennedy Library Cost: Free
Clubs, Meetings, and Discussion Groups March 7 (6pm) Explore healing women's health concerns using acupuncture and herbal medicine to naturally address PMS, painful periods, and menstrual irregularities. Join our "Traditional Chinese Medicine in a Modern World" lecture series. All are welcome, enjoy free herbal tea, and ear acupuncture. March 7.
Jacqueline Anaya
1264 Higuera St. #102 Cost: Free Fundraisers
CASA'S GIRLS NIGHT OUT PRESENTED BY MEATHEAD MOVERS
March 7 (6pm) A cocktail party no gal should miss! Enjoy tapas, a no-host bar, dancing, and fabulous raffles. Best of all, tuxedoed Meathead Movers will be on hand to lavish attention on our guests at the gorgeous San Luis Obispo Country Club. Sponsored by: Meathead Movers, San Luis Obispo Country Club, and Bloom 'N Grow. March 7.
Cathy Orton
San Luis Obispo Country Club Cost: $60 Stage
March 8 (8:00PM) Six young people in the throes of puberty, overseen by grown-ups who barely managed to escape childhood themselves, learn that winning isn't everything and that losing doesn't necessarily make you a loser. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee chronicles the overachievers' angst of six precocious adolescents. The show's Tony Award-winning creative team has created the unlikeliest of hit musicals about the unlikeliest of heroes: a quirky yet charming cast of outsiders for whom a spelling bee
Kelrik Productions
UNITY Cost: $20 Music
30TH ANNUAL CUESTA COLLEGE JAZZ FESTIVAL CONCERT
March 8 (7:30pm) Featuring the Cuesta College Jazz Ensembles and Adam Benjamin from Kneebody. March 8.
Bea Anderson
Cuesta College CPAC Cost: $7-$12
CAL POLY WIND BANDS POPS CONCERT
March 8 (8pm) On March 8 “Rhapsody in Blue,” will performed by piano virtuoso W. Terrence Spiller. It is part of a concert that is dedicated to popular music written and arranged for the modern wind band. The Wind Ensemble and Wind Orchestra will perform music from movies, musicals, folk music traditions, pop culture, and even recent video games. The Winter Pops Concert only happens once every few years, so be sure to put this concert on your calendar right away!
Cal Poly Music Department
Performing Arts Center Cost: $9-$14 Art
Galleries March 8 (Open during regular gallery hours) Exhibit to run through March 29.
Gallery at Marina Square
Gallery at Marina Square Cost: Free
Galleries March 8 (Open during regular gallery hours) Exhibit to run through March 29.
Gallery at Marina Square
Gallery at Marina Square Cost: Free
MORRO BAY EMBARCADERO ART WALK
Galleries March 8 (5-8pm) Spend an enjoyable evening along the waterfront. Converse with many talented local artists about their fine art, jewelry, crafts, and more. Listen to local guitarist, Mike Swanberg. Enjoy refreshments provided by participating galleries and shops. March 8.
Gallery at Marina Square
Gallery at Marina Square Cost: Free
Openings and Receptions March 8 (12 PM to 4 PM) Shades of Green is the title for the new show opening at the Art Center Morro Bay on Thursday, February 21 and running through Monday, April 1. Featured artists Diane Henderson and Ray Atzet present acrylic and watercolor paintings around a theme. A reception for the artists that is open to the public will take place Sunday, February 24 from 2 to 4 PM. Art Center Morro Bay is at 835 Main Street in Morro Bay. For more information call 772-2504.
Ruth Ann Angus
Morro Bay Art Center Cost: Free Special Events
March 9 (1-3pm) Are your plants disappearing in the night? Little mounds popping up in your garden and you don’t know what to do? Don’t worry, we’ve got an expert! County Farm Adviser Tamara Kleeman will help identify and problem solve your pest issues. Workshop will be followed by a 2pm, docent led tour of the gardens. March 9.
San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden
San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden Cost: $5 for members and $10 for non-members
March 9 (1-5pm) The 3rd annual San Luis Obispo Craft Beer Festival will be held Saturday March 9.
Mike
SLO Vets Hall Cost: $35
WOMEN'S HISTORY DAY
March 9 (1-4pm) Experience famous women sharing their lives, plus fun hands-on activities, door prizes, and antique cars. March 9.
Rita Iversen
Pioneer Museum Cost: Free
Winery Events March 9 (10am-noon) A fun and informative way for visitors and locals to learn about Paso Robles, its wines and how to taste them. Approximately 2 hours, advanced reservations recommended. March 9.
Becky Zelinski
First Crush Wine Workshop Cost: $30 per person, $25 for Crush Club members Stage
March 9 (8:00PM) Six young people in the throes of puberty, overseen by grown-ups who barely managed to escape childhood themselves, learn that winning isn't everything and that losing doesn't necessarily make you a loser. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee chronicles the overachievers' angst of six precocious adolescents. The show's Tony Award-winning creative team has created the unlikeliest of hit musicals about the unlikeliest of heroes: a quirky yet charming cast of outsiders for whom a spelling bee
Kelrik Productions
UNITY Cost: $20 Music
March 9 (8pm) Every year the symphony holds auditions for student soloists from any major. Come hear this year’s winners, and celebrate musical talent from across the university. In this year of crossing boundaries, the program will also explore the connection of music and dance in collaboration with Orchesis, Cal Poly’s oldest concert dance organization. Orchesis directors Diana Stanton and Michelle Walter will create original choreography to interpret music intended for (or evocative of) dance. March 9.
Cal Poly Music Department
Performing Arts Center Cost: $9-$14
March 9 (5:30-9pm) Come on March 9. In our most elegant Salon Series offering yet, join us for an enticing evening of great wine, food, and the Central Coast's favorite gypsy ensemble Café Musique! The event begins with a bubbles and cheese prelude followed by an elegant full dinner paired with the perfect complimentary Vina Robles reds and whites.
Opera San Luis Obispo
Vina Robles Winery
SLO YOUTH SYMPHONY SPRING CONCERT
March 9 (7pm) The SLO Youth Symphony Spring Concert, featuring young violinist Joseph Wyer, takes place on March 9 at
SLO YOUTH SYMPHONY
Clark Center Cost: $5-$15 Art
Openings and Receptions March 9 (12 PM to 4 PM) Shades of Green is the title for the new show opening at the Art Center Morro Bay on Thursday, February 21 and running through Monday, April 1. Featured artists Diane Henderson and Ray Atzet present acrylic and watercolor paintings around a theme. A reception for the artists that is open to the public will take place Sunday, February 24 from 2 to 4 PM. Art Center Morro Bay is at 835 Main Street in Morro Bay. For more information call 772-2504.
Ruth Ann Angus
Morro Bay Art Center Cost: Free
CREATE SOME ART FAMILY DAY
Special Art Events March 9 (10-11:30am) A part of the Beacon Art Show, children will meet and talk with the artists, and then get to create some of their own art. March 9.
United Methodist Church
United Methodist Church Cost: Free
Special Art Events March 9 (1 PM) "Youth Art In Motion" RTA teamed with local youth artists to display their paintings on buses throughout SLO County & SM
Kenny Klein
Studios in the Park Cost: Free The Outdoors
SLO STEWARD WORKDAY: JOHNSON RANCH
March 9 (9am-noon) Please call ECO SLO for more information. Work day is on March 9.
Kylie
Johnson Ranch Cost: Free Volunteers
ADOPT-A-PET EVENTS
March 9 (11am-4pm) take place every Saturday. Cats and kittens are spayed or neutered, tested and vaccinated prior to adoption. A free vet examination is included.
Debra Holt
PetCo Cost: Adoption fees are $60 for one or $80 for two
March 9 (9am-noon) Meet at Montana de Oro, Sandspit parking lot in Los Osos. For more information call ECOSLO. March 9.
ECOSLO
Montana de Oro Music
March 10 (10pm) Be the star for the night! Take the stage and belt out all of your favorites! Mother's Tavern hosts Karaoke every Sunday and Monday night from 10pm. This party is unlike any other, and always promises to be a great time full of your favorite songs and great dancing! Read more here: http://events.sanluisobispo.com/san_luis_obispo_ca/events/show/308343527-karaoke-night#storylink=cpy
events
Mother's Tavern Cost: free
March 10 (6:30-9:30pm) on March 10.
Steve Key
Upper Crust Trattoria Cost: Free
March 10 (3pm- 5pm) On March 10 artists Alisa Feinman and Kimball Hurd will perform at Congregation Beth David.
Jayne Behman
Congregation Beth David Cost: $15
DWAIN BRIGGS IN CONCERT
March 10 (11:30am) on March 10.
Jacque Edmiston
Music
SAN LUIS CHAMBER ORCHESTRA
March 10 (3pm) will perform on March at 3pm at United Methodist Church.
Bonnie Richan
United Methodist Church Cost: $10 donation at the door Writers and Literature
SECOND SUNDAY AT SEVEN
Poetry March 10 (7pm) Linnaea Phillips and Nixson Borah, featured poets, will perform on March 10 at 7pm in the Coalesce Bookstore Chapel.
Coalesce Bookstore
Coalesce Bookstore Cost: Free Art
Openings and Receptions March 10 (12 PM to 4 PM) Shades of Green is the title for the new show opening at the Art Center Morro Bay on Thursday, February 21 and running through Monday, April 1. Featured artists Diane Henderson and Ray Atzet present acrylic and watercolor paintings around a theme. A reception for the artists that is open to the public will take place Sunday, February 24 from 2 to 4 PM. Art Center Morro Bay is at 835 Main Street in Morro Bay. For more information call 772-2504.
Ruth Ann Angus
Morro Bay Art Center Cost: Free The Outdoors
RANGER LED HIKE: FROOM RANCH
March 10 (9am-1pm) Please call Eco Slo for more information. Hike is on March 10.
Kylie
Froom Ranch Cost: Free |
Get on the bus!
Troublesome numbers - With reform legislation stalling, a state nurses union releases local hospitals' billing figures
Each drop is priceless - Santa Maria is ahead of the curve when it comes to water conservation
Changing of the guard
Lompoc wind farmgets two more years
Abel Maldonado is striving to repeal A.B. 109
Good, clean fun
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