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New Times / Calendar EventsDecember 16Film 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 Holiday events
Polar Express
December 16 (4:30pm,5:30pm,6:30pm & 7:30pm) Climb aboard Le Vigne Winery's Pullman train for a special holiday reading of VanAlssburg's "Polar Express." Guests will be whisked away to the North Pole where everyone gets to meet Santa Claus & two reindeer. Kids get Hot cocoa & Cookies Adults get Wine & Cheese. Kids who wear pajamas get a present from Santa Claus. 100% of the proceeds from this event will benefit The Family Care Network which helps local foster and high needs local kids. Space very limited. Event sells out every year.
Le Vigne Winery
Le Vigne Winery Cost: $20/adults $10/Kids
December 16 (4:30, 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 pm) This holiday season you and your family can take a ride on the Polar Express! Jump aboard a historic Pullman train cars at Le Vigne Winery and hear a special reading of The Polar Express. After the storytelling, guests will proceed to a winter wonderland celebration complete with hot cocoa & cookies for kids, wine & cheese for adults and of course, a visit from Santa Claus! Join us for an evening of holiday cheer at Le Vigne Winery in Paso Robles Sunday, December 9 & 16 at 4:30 5:30 6:30 & 7:30.
Sydney McNamara
Le Vigne Winery Cost: $10 for children, $20 for adults. Free for FCNI clients and families.
December 16 Looking for Christmas, a family musical, is playing on Dec. 16 at 3 and 6pm. Directed by Natalia Berryman. Bring the entire family and enjoy the spirit and the message of Christmas.
Katy
New Life Community Church Cost: Free
December 16 (8pm-11pm) Kaye Bohler and her band will be performing holiday arrangements by Ella Fitzgerald, Freddie King, Lionel Hampton, Charles Brown, Chuck Berry, and Many More! Check out our website for more details: motherstavern.com/calendar. Dec. 16.
Shari
Mother's Tavern Cost: $15
December 16 (3pm) A traditional holiday show with an interactive twist. The fifth annual Forbes Pipe Organ Holiday Concert and Sing-Along comes to the Christopher Cohan Center on Dec. 16 at 3pm. This memorable, heart-warming concert features performances by the Vocal Arts Ensemble, the Central Coast Children’s Choir, and Cal Poly University Organist Paul Woodring playing a collection of holiday carols on the magnificent Forbes Pipe Organ while audience members sing along. All proceeds will benefit the Performing Arts Center’s Outreach programs and the two participating community choirs.
PAC Outreach
1 Grand Ave. Cost: $9-$16 Special Events
COYOTE WALK DOWNTOWN SLO
December 16 (1pm) It's the first ever Coyote Walk. Come walk around downtown San Luis Obispo in a cheerful, aimless fashion as part of a large flock of people. Gathering point is the bear fountain in Mission Plaza on Dec. 16 at
Connor Hastings San Luis Obispo Stage
December 16 (7:00 PM and 2:00 PM) America’s most cherished holiday film comes to life on the Little Theatre stage! Experience the extraordinary, heart-warming journey of Bedford Falls resident George Bailey, whose dreams of escape and adventure have been buried under family obligations and civic responsibilities. Join your favorite characters: George and Mary, Clarence, Uncle Billy and, of course, the Scrooge-like villain, Mr. Potter!
Kevin Harris
San Luis Obispo Little Theatre Cost: $15-$25 Music
December 16 (2:30pm) Every Sunday afternoon in December starting at 2:30pm. Tropical Brazilian Guitar is performed live by Jon Stephen at the Lions Peak Vineyards Solvang tasting room. Age restricted. 21 and over.
Jenn, John, Mary
Lions Peak Vineyards Solvang Tasting Room
FORBES PIPE ORGAN HOLIDAY CONCERT
December 16 (3pm) A traditional holiday show with an interactive twist. The fifth annual Forbes Pipe Organ Holiday Concert and Sing-Along will come to the Cohan Center on Dec. 16.
cparts@calpoly.edu
Christopher Cohan Center Writers and Literature
CORNERS OF THE MOUTH
Poetry December 16 (7pm) Corners of the Mouth is a monthly poetry series held every third Sunday of the month at Linnaea's Cafe. December will be a special memorial reading of works by poets we have lost. An open reading to folow. Dec. 16.
Kevin Patrick Sullivan
Linnaea's cafe Cost: Free Art
PHOTOMORPHOSIS II
Galleries December 16 (11-5pm) state wide juried photography exhibit featuring photo manipulation, HDR and texturing Gray Wing
Muara Johnston
Museum of Art Cost: Free Admission
Galleries December 16 (11am - 5pm) Black and white photographs by Alison Watt Jackson on display in the First Gallery through December 31st, 2012.
Muara Johnston
San Luis Obispo Museum of Art Cost: Free admission
The Painters Group: Push Pin Invitational
Galleries December 16 (11am - 5pm) The Painters Group members' artwork in a variety of mediums presented in the most casual way. On display in the McMeen Gallery through December 30th, 2012.
Muara Johnston
San Luis Obispo Museum of Art Cost: Free admission
CRAFT ART MARKET
Special Art Events December 16 (11am-5pm) This year the CraftArt Market celebrates its 25th year with a dazzling array of artful gifts, holiday ornaments, fine jewelry, textiles, home décor, and intricate ceramics. The CraftArt Market draws visitors from all over the region who are searching for one-of-a-kind presents. in addition, they support local artists and the Museum of Art with their purchases. Through December 31, 2012.
Muara Johnston
San Luis Obispo Museum of Art |
From vine to label - The Santa Maria Valley name is gaining traction in the wine industry
Hobnobbing With Helen
It's party time
Lawsuit forces Nipomo district's financial hand
Santa Maria-Bonita sets a date for new school construction
And Smith makes three running for sheriff
Fire season starts with an early burn
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