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New Times / Calendar EventsDecember 7Film 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
December 7 (6-9pm) Bliss Body Spa would like you to celebrate the holiday season with us. We'll have art, live music, wine, discounts, and giveaways on Dec. 7.
Kim Kelly
970 Chorro St. Cost: Free
HOLIDAY LIGHTING CEREMONY AT SUNKEN GARDENS
December 7 (6pm) Enjoy an evening of holiday fun, art, and wine as the trees at Atascadero's Sunken Gardens Park are illuminated amidst music and cheer. Santa will be onsite serving hot chocolate on Dec. 7 at
Paula Anton
6550 El Camino Real Cost: Free, but organizers are seeking businesses to sponsor the event
LOMPOC'S ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARADE
December 7 (Check website for times) takes place on Dec. 7 and runs floats along H Street, followed with a tree lighting ceremony at Centennial Square.
Phone: 736-1261 Lompoc
LOS OSOS HOLIDAY ART SHOW & SALE
December 7 Due to popular requests, Anita Marie Schwebel jewelry, Carol & Richard Manuputy silks & ceramics, Veris candles & fragrances, Jessica Strong Lee and Iris Rose knits have decided to display their wares one more time. The event will be held in the same place at 1320 Van Beurden Drive in Los Osos on Friday, December 7th from 4:00 - 9:00 pm.
Anita Schwebel
LOS OSOS ART SHOW/SALE
SLO HOLIDAY PARADE
December 7 (7pm) The parade kicks off at 7pm at the corner of Palm and Chorro Streets.Entries include nearly 100 colorful floats, jammin' music, marching bands, animal groups, and classic carolers. Dec. 7. Visit the website for more details. San Luis Obispo , CA
TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY
December 7 (5pm) The Julefest Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place on Dec. 7 at
Solvang Park Special Events
December 7 (7:00PM - 8:00PM) You will have the unique opportunity to spend time with an internationally known and respected teacher and author, Reverend Ellen Grace O'Brian, founder of the Center for Spiritual Enlightenment in San Jose, CA. There will be an informal time of meditation, chanting with AWAKENING's Kirtan group, and questions and answers about the spiritual path of Kriya Yoga. Rev. O'Brian's visit to Morro Bay is in support of AWAKENING Interfaith Spiritual Community's affiliation with CSE. AWAKENING's founder
Nancy Ballinger
Morro Bay Community Center Cost: Free Will Donation
December 7 (5:30pm) The Land Conservancy of SLO lights up the barn to celebrate the holiday season on Dec. 7 at
Phone: 544-9096
4440 Octagon Way
Holiday in the Tasting Room at Talley Vineyards
Winery Events December 7 (4pm-7pm) Join us for an evening of holiday cheer and get some of your holiday shopping done in our tasting room! This festive evening will feature live music, food, drinks and excitement. Enjoy shopping from a variety of vendors from gourmet olive oil, to jewelry, hand painted craft items, unique holiday merchandise and much more. We will also be offering exclusive wine discounts and other seasonal surprises. This special evening will include light appetizers and a selected wine flight for only $5.
Andy McDaniel
Talley Vineyards Cost: $5 Stage
December 7 (8:00 PM) Join Kelrik as we take you on an uproarious stroll down Avenue Q! This laugh-out-loud musical tells the story of a recent college grad named Princeton who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. There, he meets other colorful types who help him finally discover his own purpose in life. (Due to the show’s adult subject matter it is required that audience members under the age of 18 be accompanied by a parent or guardian.)
Kelrik Productions
UNITY Cost: $20
December 7 (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 7 (7pm) Coalesce Bookstore invites you to our annual Yuletide concert on Dec. 7.
Coalesce Bookstore
Coalesce Bookstore Cost: $15
December 7 (7:30pm) This concert will feature all the best that the Cuesta choirs have to offer: processionals, meditations, humor, carols, gospel, jazz, and holiday music from around the world. The Cuesta College Chamber Singers, Voce and Concert Choir present their “Holiday Choir Concert” twice in December: Dec. 7 at 7:30pm at St. Timothy’s Catholic Church in Morro Bay (phone: 772-2840) and Dec. 14 at 7:30pm at the Cuesta Cultural and Performing Arts Center.
John Knutson Cost: $7 or $12
December 7 (6-7pm) The Chancel Choir will delight you with holiday favorites in the historic church. Revel in choral music by Vivaldi, Grieg and Rutter. Also featuring a special organ performance of Tchaikovsky’s “Dance of the Sugarplum Fairies” from the Nutcracker. Start off your holiday season on a high note with this delightful concert and stay to enjoy the Christmas parade one block away at 7pm on Dec. 7.
Katya Gotsdiner-McMahan
First Presbyterian Church of San Luis Obispo Cost: $10 suggested donation
December 7 (6:00-9:00 pm) A wonderful Tropical Brazilian Guitar weekend begins 6-9 Every Friday at the Beautiful Dolphin Bay Resort & Spa in The Lido, Great Food & Wine, Full Bar, Beautiful Music matched by Exquisite Views!!! Come Enjoy, and be part of Something Wonderful, You'll be glad you did!!!
Front Desk
Lido Restaurant - Dolphin Bay Resort & Spa Cost: Free Admission Art
PHOTOMORPHOSIS II
Galleries December 7 (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 7 (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 7 (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
ART AFTER DARK
Openings and Receptions December 7 (6-9pm) The fun, free, first Friday artwalk in downtown San Luis Obispo takes place on the first Friday of every month. Visit galleries and other venues exhibiting art in historic downtown SLO.
ARTS Obispo SLO Cost: Free
FACULTY RESEARCH TRIENNIAL
Openings and Receptions December 7 (5:00 pm) Faculty Research Triennial: Showcase of new creative research and artwork in graphic design, photography, drawing, painting, sculpture, installation, and art history by Cal Poly Department of Art and Design Faculty. Exhibition November 9-December 7. Opening reception Friday, November 9, 5 pm. Gallery hours Tuesday-Saturday, 11-4 pm.
Jeff Van Kleeck
University Art Gallery Cost: free
CRAFT ART MARKET
Special Art Events December 7 (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 Sports and Wellness
FREE PROJECT OF LIGHT CLINIC
December 7 (11am-2pm) Global Alliance for Balance and Healing is offering free sessions of light and tone at the Project of Light clinic on Dec. 7 at the Santa Margarita Community Hall. No appointment is necessary. All are welcome. Come and enjoy a free tune up facilitated by Global Alliance Healing Team members.
Wendy McKenna
Santa Margarita Community Hall Cost: Free
ECSTATIC DANCE IN THE MORNING WITH TOBEY
Lessons and Classes December 7 (8:30 - 9:30) Ecstatic Dance in the Morning with Tobey: This fun dance class combines a warm up with stretching & qi gong leading into a metabolism boosting 30+ minute wave of eclectic 5 Rhythms dancing a la Gabrielle Roth and Soul Motion with Vinn Marti. We then end with a soulful cool down that brings a good vibrational tune up to the rest of your day. Mon Weds Fri 8:30-9:30 am. $5 per class or $50 for the month. Amethyst Annex 604 Main St Cambria. Sunday Dec 9th, 10 am we'll meet for a longer class $8.
Tobey
Amethyst Annex Cost: $5 per or $50 per month Lectures and Learning
TAMALE MAKING CLASS
Classes December 7 (5:30pm -7:30pm) Pismo Beach Recreation presents this Tamale Making class on Dec. 7. Taught by one of our finest local personal chefs! Join us for a hands-on tamale-making workshop where you will receive a variety of authentic tamale recipes. Enjoy a tamale-making demonstration, complete with tamale tasting, and you’ll be leaving with a half-dozen delicious tamales that you made yourself.
Colleen Ghiglia
Pismo Beach Veterans Hall Cost: $35 Fundraisers
December 7 (6 p.m. ) Dec. 7, 6 p.m. Join us in remembering loved ones during the 28th annual Light Up A Life. During the holiday season, you are invited to help shine a light at any of the 12 Hospice SLO memorial ceremonies in 10 communities throughout the county.
Hospice SLO
Kaleidoscope Inn Cost: Free |
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