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GLOBAL THINKING, LOCAL PLANNING CONFERENCE, hosted by Cal Poly, is a free public symposium about urban growth, planning, environmental education, and more Sept. 25, 26, & Oct. 1-3, in the Architecture and Design Building. Info: 756-2572.

GETTING STARTED WITH HOMESCHOOLING features two long-time home schooling moms who will be at available to answer questions about teaching your children at home. The event is at 2:45 p.m. Sept. 26 at the SLO City/County Library, 995 Palm St., SLO. Info: 995-2807.

KCBX.NET offers affordable computer and internet classes at 4100 Vachell Rd., SLO. Registration required by noon the day before the class. Sept. 26, 10 a.m.-noon: MS Access Databases. Sept. 30, 2-4 p.m.: MS Word Series: Part IV. Info: 545-5002.

GREEN PARTY CANDIDATE FOR GOVERNER PETER MIGUEL CAMEJO visits SLO at 7 p.m. Sept. 26 at a potluck fundraiser at the SLO Senior Center, 1445 Santa Rosa St., SLO.

CPR CLASS for healthcare providers is offered by Twin Cities Community Hospital Sept. 27, beginning at 8 a.m. in Templeton. Registration required. Info: 434-4750.

SOCIETY FOR CHILDREN’S BOOKS WRITERS AND ILLUSTRATORS presents “Improving Queries, Cover Letters, and Synopses” with Alexis O’Neill Sept. 27, 1-3 p.m., at the SLO City/County Library, 995 Palm St., SLO. Cost is $15, $10 for members. Info: 614-9839.

CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE SOUL CREATOR JACK CANFIELD joins authors Gary Seidler, Patty Aubery, Jeff Aubery, Nancy Autio and Kirk Autio at Borders Sept. 28 at 1 p.m. To celebrate the 10th anniversary edition of the best seller, the panel will discuss the inspirational book before signing copies for their fans. Info: 544-8222.

HERBAL HEALING is discussed by Sharon Shepard Sept. 28, 1-3 p.m., at “Sunday for the Spirit” at the Halcyon Store, 936 S. Halcyon Rd. Energy healings are also offered. Info: 489-2432.

THE SHIFT TO LIVING IN GRACE is a spiritual perception workshop set for Sept. 28, 2-4 p.m., at Meadow Park, South St., SLO. Cost is $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Info: 481-7142.

TWO VIENNESE EXILES: SONGS OF SCHOENBERG AND KRENEK is a recital and lecture by Katherine Arthur and Jacalyn Kreitzer at 3 p.m. Sept. 28 at the Performing Arts Center at Cal Poly. Tickets are $10, $6 for students and seniors. Info: 756-2787.

SMART COUPLES FINISH RICH is a financial planning seminar set for 6 p.m. Sept. 29 at the SLO City/County Library, 995 Palm St., SLO. Child care provided.

COUNTRY WESTERN LINE DANCE CLASS is offered by the Morro Bay Recreation and Parks Department Mondays, through Sept. 29, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at the Morro Bay Community Center, 1001 Kennedy Way. Cost is $36, or $7 per class. Classes are also offered Fridays, 10:30-11:45 a.m. Info: 772-6278.

CREEKSIDE CAREER CENTER offers free workshops to help in today’s job market at 4111 Broad St., SLO. Sept. 30, 9-11:45 a.m.: Start Using Job Search Techniques that Work. Info: 788-2631 or 788-2690.

ANZA TRAIL/SALINAS RIVER CORRIDOR WORKSHOP is the first in a series to begin planning a non-motorized recreational trail aling the Paso Robles area of the Salinas River Corridor. The meeting is 7 p.m. Sept. 30 at Paso Robles City Hall, 1000 Spring St. Info: 226-8411.

NEW FRONTIERS NATURAL FOODS hosts free weekly seminars on health and nutrition in the cafe area. Refreshments provided. Seminars are 7-8 p.m., at 896 Foothill Blvd., SLO. Sept. 30: Energy Healing for the 21st Century. Info: 785-0194.

LIVING IN GRACE WORKSHOP is set for Sept. 30, 7-9 p.m., at Coalesce Bookstore, 845 Main St., Morro Bay. A book-signing, “Living in Grace: The Shift to Spiritual Perception,” is Oct. 4, 2-4 p.m., at the same location. Info: 772-2880.

LABOR LAW AND EMPLOYER/EMPLOYEE RELATIONS is a workshop hosted by the Cuesta College Small Business Development Center Oct. 1, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., at the South County Regional Center, 800 W Branch St., Arroyo Grande. Cost is $35. Info: 549-0401.

HOWARD DEAN FOR PRESIDENT MEET-UP is set for 7 p.m. Oct. 1 in Pismo Beach. Info: 473-8849 or 473-0866.

CAMCORDER SCHOOL teaches basic camcorder operation and tips to help shoot great videos. Class is Saturday, Oct. 4, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., at New Rule Production, 3130 Skyway Dr., Santa Maria. Registration required by Oct. 1. Cost is $32.50, $26 for city residents. Open to ages 18 and older. Info: 925-0951, Ext. 260.

PLANNING FOR BUSINESS GROWTH is a seminar for business owners or people just about to start a business and it is presented Oct. 1 & 8, 6:30-9:15 p.m., at the Creekside Career Center, 4111A Broad St., SLO. Cost is $25. Info: 547-0779.

RETIRED MEN’S COFFEE CABINET meets every Thursday morning at 8:30 a.m. at Madonna Inn, SLO. Info: Don, 773-1672. Oct. 2: Erik Amerikaner presents “Learning the Computer and Making it Your Friend.”

LEARN TO SQUARE DANCE with the Do Paso Squares. Classes are Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m., beginning Oct. 2 at Centennial Park, 600 Nickerson Rd., Paso Robles. First three weeks are free. Info: 238-5622 or 239-0911.

THE SELF MASTERY PROGRAM is a transforming, healing, and inspiring workshop that provides spiritual awakening and lasting emotional freedom. The class meets for six weeks, beginning Oct. 2, 7-9 p.m., in Cayucos. Registration required. Info: www.laurahyde.com or 995-1390.

ADAPT (Aid in Divorce Adjustment Problems of Today) meets for a support group every Friday, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at the Meadow Park Community Center, SLO. Oct. 3: Welcome: Introduction to County Resources. Info: 543-0388.

END OF LIFE CHOICES, formerly the CCC Hemlock Society, meet at 2 p.m. Oct. 4 at the SLO City/County Library, 995 Palm St., SLO. Info: 434-1883 or 489-5481.

THE ART OF SEDUCTIVE MOVEMENT is a two-hour striptease seminar offering women hands-on lessons in the art of exotic dance. Learn make-up techniques, music selection, striptease, and lap dancing taught by experienced dancers from the Spearmint Rhino Gentleman’s Club. Seminars are Oct. 4 & 11, 10 a.m.-noon, at the Spearmint Rhino, Santa Maria. Cost is $30. Info: 801-2169.

SLO BYTES, a PC users group dedicated to educating its members in the use of personal computers, meets at 1 p.m. the first Sunday of every month at the Oddfellows Hall, 520 Dana St., SLO. Oct. 5: Technology Transitions in Digital Photography. Info: www.slobytes.org.

PSYCHIC READINGS are presented by White Feather Oct. 5, 1-3 p.m., at “Sunday for the Spirit” at the Halcyon Store, 936 S. Halcyon Rd. Energy healings are also offered. Info: 489-2432.

ONGOING

NURTURE THE ADOPTIVE FAMILY is a group that meets to share adoption concerns, get advice from other adoptive parents, and learn the perspective of people who were adopted. Meetings are the third Thursday of every month, 6-8 p.m., in Room 103 of the Atascadero Bible Church. Info: 466-2433 or 466-8215.

SLO GARDENERS meet at 1 p.m. the fourth Wednesday of the month. Includes speakers, bus trips, garden tours, plant sales, and community gardening projects. Info: 545-8575 or 543-5916.

FLAMENCO DANCE LESSONS are offered Thursdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m., at the Shell Beach Veterans Building, 230 Leeward Ave. Info: 773-7063.

NATIVE AMERICAN PHILOSOPHICAL STUDIES meets to discuss and study traditional and current indigenous concepts and local historical sites with the goal of expanding self-evolution. Open to everyone. Info: www.nativeconcepts.us or 473-3837.

JAPANESE LANGUAGE AND CONVERSATION STUDY GROUP, led by Yoriko Hongo meets every Wednesday, 4-5:15 p.m., at the Ramona Garden Park Center, 993 Ramona, Grover Beach. Cost is $25 per month. Info: 473-4580.

LOW-COST AND FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS for ages 50 and older include tests for blood pressure, anemia, diabetes, cholesterol, and more. Info: 544-4355, ext. 295.

THINKERS BOOK CLUB is a book discussion group that meets the third Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. in the clubhouse at 345 Sunrise Terrace Dr., Arroyo Grande. Info: 473-1401.

An EYE for an I is a self-empowering workshop focused on helping people be more self-aware be exploring how we create our daily experience through our thoughts and beliefs and offers alternative ways of viewing life. Classes meet every Thursday, 6:30-8 p.m. at the SLO City/County Library, 995 Palm St., SLO. Suggested donation is $5. Info: www.aneyeforani.com or Duane, 237-9065.

EDUCATION FOR RELATIONSHIPS AND ROMANTIC ENDEAVORS is a workshop offered by Stephanie Rainbow Lightning Elk Wadell. Info: 473-2545 or email: sacredjourneys@medicinesex.net.

NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR THE MENTALLY ILL offers a support group for family members whose loved ones suffer from mental illness. The group meets the second Thursday of the month in North County. Info: 460-0343 or 238-5506.

ZEN DANCE CLASSES are offered Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m., at the Shell Beach Veterans Building, 230 Leeward Ave. Info: 773-7063.

SLO COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY is available to assist anyone interested in researching their family’s history. The Carnegie Historic Library maintains SLO County land records and maps, newspapers, hospital and fire department records, and City Assessment Books. Info: 772-9620.

POETRY GROUP is forming in Cayucos. A songwriters’ group is also forming in the same location. Info: 772-2739.

LEGAL CLINICS for self represented litigants are held the fourth Tuesday of every month at 5:30 p.m. at SLO Women’s Community Center, 1129 Marsh St., SLO. A $25 donation is requested. Registration: 544-9313.

ASHTANGA YOGA offers yoga classes for all levels at 672 Higuera St., SLO. Classes are weekdays, 7-8:30 a.m. Info: 801-4464.

SANTA MARIA COIN CLUB meets at 7 p.m. the third Wednesday of every month at Elwin Mussell Senior Center, 510 E Park Ave., Santa Maria. New, experienced, and junior collectors are welcome. Bring coins for free appraisals. Info: 937-1008.

HUMAN RESOURCES ASSOCIATION OF THE CENTRAL COAST meets 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month at the Madonna Inn, SLO. Reservations required. Info: 756-0299.

FREE HEALTH LECTURES are offered at 5:15 p.m. every other Tuesday at Bend Chiropractic Life Center, 172 Station Way, Arroyo Grande. Info: 474-4747.

ANAM-CRE’ ART STUDIO offers pottery classes for adults, families, and children. Classes are offered weekly in the evenings and afternoons. Students create with clay using the potter’s wheel and hand building. Thursdays are “Parents’ Night Out.” Kids can work with clay while parents enjoy a night off. Friday and Saturday afternoons are family pottery time. The studio is located at 570 Higuera St., Suite 140, SLO. Info: 544-1850.

PASO ROBLES MASONIC LODGE holds a meeting the second Wednesday of every month at 320 Sherwood Rd., Paso Robles. Dinner is at 6:30 p.m., the meeting begins at 7:30 p.m. Info: 237-0775.

WORLD SERVICE MEDITATION GROUP offers free copies of the Meditation of Goodwill, the Meditation for the United Nations and the Meditation for Clarity in the Middle East. Info: jupiter2r@peoplepc.com.

INTERFAITH MEDITATION GROUP meets every Wednesday, 7-8 p.m., at Coalesce Chapel, 845 Main St., Morro Bay. Info: 772-0306.

BEGINNING BELLY DANCE CLASS is offered by the Morro Bay Recreation Department at 7 p.m. Tuesdays at the Community Center, 1001 Kennedy Way. Class is open to all ages and skill levels. Cost is $11.50 per month. Info: 772-6278 or 772-4146.

INTERFAITH WORSHIP SERVICES are hosted by Reverend Nancy Ballinger every Sunday, 10-11 a.m., at the Holistic Movement Center, 895 Napa Ave., Morro Bay. The first Sunday of every month is Hospitality Sunday, 11 a.m.-noon, with refreshments and community with others of like minds. Info: 772-0306.

FLAMENCO DANCE CLASSES are offered by Karina. For times and locations, call 771-9147.

NATIVE AMERICAN BEADWORK CLASSES offer courses in loom beading, rosettes, round stitch, and more Saturdays, 12:30-3:30 p.m., at Jewell’s Trading Post in Grover Beach and Santa Maria. Cost is $25 per workshop. Info: 543-5699.

SLO PHILATELIC SOCIETY meets twice a month in SLO. Info: 543-0976.

DANCE CLASSES FOR ADULTS are offered by the Pismo Beach Recreation Division. Jazz and Beginning Tap is Tuesdays, 7-8:30 p.m., at the Pismo Beach Veterans Building. Advanced Tap is Wednesdays, 4-5 p.m., at the Pismo Beach Veterans Building. Hawaiian/Tahitian Dance is Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at the Shell Beach Veterans Building. Cost is $5 per class. Info: 773-7063.

INTERFAITH HOW TO MEDITATE GROUP meets every Sunday, 6-7:30 p.m., at Coalesce Chapel, 845 Main St., Morro Bay. Info: 772-0306.

INDEPENDENT LIVING RESOURCE CENTER EMPOWERMENT TEAM meets at 2:30 p.m. the first Monday of every month at 1150 Laurel Ln., SLO. Open to anyone who is interested in legislation and community action that affects the disabled. Info: 593-0667.

MEDITATION AND DISCUSSION, led by Swami Niranjananandaji, is every Tuesday, 6-8 p.m., at the Halcyon Store, 936 Halcyon Rd., and every Saturday, 9-11 a.m., at Unity Chapel of Light, 1165 Stubblefield, Santa Maria. Info: 528-3401 or 489-2770.

SANTA LUCIA ROCKHOUNDS meet at 7 p.m. the third Monday of every month at Centennial Park, 600 Nickerson Ave., Paso Robles. Info: 438-3390.

CAPTIVE HEARTS MINISTRY offers “Heart to Heart,” a Christian 12-step program and support group for women. Meetings are every Thursday, noon-2 p.m., at 815 Grand Ave., Grover Beach. Free. Lunch provided. Info: 481-4500.

BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP, sponsored by SLO Parks and Recreation Department, meets the second Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the SLO Senior Center, Side Conference Room, Santa Rosa and Buchon, SLO. Info: 781-7300.

TIBETAN BUDDHIST MEDITATION AND DHARMA TEACHINGS with Lama Khedrub and students are every Wednesday, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at Sea Pines Resort, Los Osos. Schedule may vary. Info: www.bodhipath-west.org, 528-1388, or 528-2495.

NEW THOUGHT, RELIGIOUS SCIENCE is the Science of the Mind. Classes are offered every Wednesday in SLO. Info: 481-7142 or 546-0958.

CONVERSATIONAL JAPANESE CLASSES focus on useful traveler’s dialogue at the Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville, Grover Beach. Classes are $25 per month. Info: 473-4580.

COASTAL WOMEN’S GATHERING ORGANIZATION is for community minded women who want to gather for learning about women’s issues. Each gathering will offer a meal, a program, and presentations. The meeting will cost $20. For information about dates and locations, email your name, address, and phone number to rpicanco@heritageoaksbank.com or nmckarney@mckarney.com.

ESL CONVERSATION AND TUTORING is offered every Monday at various times and locations in SLO. All level of speakers welcome. Learn English in a fun atmosphere with a professionally certified instructor. First class is free. Info: 783-1679.

COAST CAREGIVER RESOURCE CENTER offers free support groups for caregivers. SLO Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group meets the first Thursday of every month, 1-2:30 p.m., at the United Congregational Church, 11245 Los Osos Valley Rd., SLO. A support group for caregivers of early-stage Alzheimer’s meets the first and third Tuesday of every month, 10-11:30 a.m., at The Village at The Palms, 55 N Broad St., SLO. North County Parkinson’s Caregivers Support Group meets the second Friday of every month at 11:30 a.m. at Carlene’s Restaurant, 5735 El Camino Real, Atascadero. South County Caregivers Support Group meets the second Wednesday of every month, 1:30-3 p.m., at AD CARE Adult Day Services, Hiawatha Lodge, 3065 Temple, Halcyon. For a more complete list, call: 534-9234.

NEW FRONTIERS NATURAL FOODS hosts free weekly seminars on health and nutrition in the cafe area. Refreshments provided. Seminars are 7-8 p.m., at 896 Foothill Blvd., SLO. Info: 785-0194.

TRIBAL DANCE CLASSES are offered every Tuesday at The American Dance Studio, 2074 Parker St., SLO. Beginning class is at 7:30 p.m. Intermediate class is at 8:30 p.m. Cost is $20 per month. Info: 473-9508.

SUPPORT GROUP is forming for family and friends of adult “dull-normal” (low IG) children. Info: 772-7179.

BUNCO GAMES are offered at 1 p.m. every third Thursday at the Paso Robles Senior Center. A minimum of 12 players is needed. No skill required. Includes refreshments and prizes. Free. Info: 237-3880.

MILITARY PARENTS OF THE CENTRAL COAST is open to friends and family members with people in the military and it meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Monday of every month at the United Methodist Church, 1515 Fredericks St., SLO. Info: 549-9199.

CENTRAL COAST COMPUTER CLUB meets the third Tuesday of every month. Special interest groups meet at 5:45 p.m. for Internet. Windows and guest orientation begin at 6 p.m. The business and main meeting meets at 7 p.m. Info: Charles, 937-1240. They meet at Knollwood Village Clubhouse, 4012 S Bradley, Orcutt.

SHERLOCK HOLMES ENTHUSIASTS are invited to help start a new SLO County Sherlockian society for friendly discussions. Info: 489-6777.

NORTH COUNTY COMPUTER CLUB meets the second and fourth Tuesday of every month, 1-3 p.m., at the Senior Citizen Center, 270 Scott St., Paso Robles. The group now has a leader for Mac users. Info: www.northcountycomputerclub.org.

MEDITATION SATSANG is a group that meets for meditation and support at 7 p.m. every Monday at Unity Church of SLO, 1490 Southwood Dr., SLO. Info: 927-7550.

CENTRAL COAST WEAVERS’ GUILD meets the second Thursday of every month, 9:30 a.m.-noon, at Willow Creek Community Room, 3500 Bullock Ln., SLO, and the last Saturday of the month at members’ homes. Info: 481-3357.

ESTRELLA WARBIRD MUSEUM works to restore and preserve military aircraft from WWII and is open to the public free of charge. The museum is located at the Paso Robles Regional Airport. The museum hosts a dinner and program the first Wednesday of every month at 6 p.m. and is open to the public. Cost is $10. Info: www.ewarbirds.org.

EQUAL SINGLES 60+ is a non-smoking group that meets for card games, dancing, theater, singing, and more. Info: 489-5481 or 773-2066.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets to support members with weight-loss and maintenance at 9 a.m. every Tuesday at the Pismo Beach Moose Lodge, 180 Main St. Weigh-in is 8-9 a.m. Info: 773-5967 or 474-9808.

ECKANKAR, religion of the light and sound, strives to discover spiritual truth. A worship service meets the third Sunday of every month at Meadow Park. Info: 782-4068.

BEADWORK BY EDIE teaches loom beading, rosettes, round peyote stitch, and more every Saturday, 12:30-3:30 p.m., at Jewells Trading Post, in Grover Beach and Santa Maria. Info: 473-1541 or 928-4611.

HOUSE OF YOGA offers free yoga classes at 10 a.m. every Sunday at 6655 Morro Rd., Atascadero. Info: 466-9642.

COSA/S-ANON is a 12-step recovery program for women who have been affected by another person’s compulsive sexual behavior. It meets Mondays, 7-8:30 p.m., at Washington Mutual Bank’s community room, 1045 Los Osos Valley Rd., Los Osos. Info: 528-8136.

YOGA CLASS is open to all levels and it meet Thursdays, 6-7:15 p.m., at Coalesce Bookstore Chapel, Morro Bay. Cost is $30 per month, $8 per class. Info: 772-3560.

CITY OF PASO ROBLES offers classes in drawing, dance, dog training, fencing, and more. For a complete list, visit Centennial Park, 600 Nickerson Dr. Info: 237-3988.

ONE STROKE PAINTING CLASS teaches basic brush strokes and painting skills and is offered Wednesdays or Thursdays, 6-9 p.m., at the Meadow Park Neighborhood Center, 2333 Meadow, SLO. Cost is $20, $15 for residents. Info: 781-7300.

MISSION SAN LUIS OBISPO offers a continual year-round process for those who might be interested in joining the Catholic community. Info: Joan, 781-8220, Ext. 26.

NATIONAL EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH CENTER offers children a Multiple-Intelligences Evaluation and a Learning Styles Assessment. Open to ages 4-14. Parent interview required prior to testing. Info: 549-6399.

CENTRAL COAST WEAVERS meet the second Thursday of every month, 9:30 a.m.-noon, at Willow Creek Community Room, 3500 Bullock Ln., SLO. They also meet the last Saturday of every month, 10 a.m.-noon, at members’ homes. Info: 481-3357.

SOUTH COUNTY HOME SCHOOLERS meets every Thursday at 1 p.m. at Strother Park, Arroyo Grande. Info: Diane, 481-9566.

SOUTH BAY WOMEN’S NETWORK is open to all women on all job levels and in every occupation who want to share ideas, build friendships, and exchange support for professional and personal growth. It meets at noon on the first Tuesday of every month at Ristorante Mare Blu, 1346 2nd St., Baywood Park. Info: 780-4696.

JACK HOUSE AND GARDENS offer tours conducted by volunteer docents every Sunday, 1-4 p.m., at 536 Marsh St., SLO. Last tour starts at 3:30 p.m. Info: 781-7300.

HOSPICE OF SLO COUNTY offers a weekly support groups for bereavement, grief, loss, pet loss, those dealing with a serious illnesses and their families, and more. For a complete list of all services, visit hospice@earthlink.net or call: 544-2266.

ESTERO BAY WOMEN’S CLUB holds regular meetings the third Tuesday of every month at 12:30 p.m. at the Veterans Hall, Surf St., Morro Bay. Info: 995-3859 or 528-0927.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SUPPORT GROUPS are offered through the North County Women’s Shelter and Resource Center, which also maintains a 24-hour emergency shelter and provides crisis intervention. A bilingual group is also available. Info: 461-1338.

SLO COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH AGENCY offers screenings for HIV, Hepatitis C, and STDs and provides low cost immunizations for tetanus, polio, Hepatitis A and B, and more. For appointments and info: 781-5500.

PERMACULTURE TRAINING PROGRAM teaches theory, how to design your own home ecosystem, and includes demonstrations and tours at a private retreat in Los Osos. Classes meet the first and second Saturdays of every month, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., followed by a lunch break and afternoon work party. Reservations: Larry, 528-3763.

SOCRATES CLUB is an informal discussion group and it meets every Tuesday, 10 a.m.-noon, at Carlene’s Cafe, 5735 El Camino Real, Atascadero. Info: 466-1099 or 237-2380. The Arroyo Grande Socrates Club meets every Tuesday, 2:30-4:30 p.m., at the Conference Room, Suite A, 136 W Branch St., Arroyo Grande. Info: 489-9705. The Morro Bay Socrates Club meets every Wednesday, 10 a.m.-noon, at the Garden Chapel behind Coalesce Bookstore, 845 Main St., Morro Bay. Another Morro Bay Group meets every Monday, 9:30-11:30 a.m., at the Rock Espresso Bar, 275 Morr Bay Blvd. Info: 772-5284. Bring topics or newspaper clippings as conversation starters.

ZEN MEDITATION, with an informal affiliation to the San Francisco Zen Center, meets Monday evenings in Arroyo Grande. Info: Deborah, 481-8602.

CLARK CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS offers docent tours at 3:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of every month at 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande. Info: 473-0727, Ext. 4.

FRIENDS OF SLOCO ACCESS meet the third Wednesday of every month, 5-7 p.m., at The Graduate, Industrial Way, SLO. Info: Mae, 594-1164 or Mike, 544-8720.

TRAVEL CLUB meets for stimulating conversation in SLO. Share your travel adventures with fellow travelers. Info: Tim, 594-1243.

INTERNATIONAL MEDITERRANEAN GARDEN SOCIETY is forming a new branch for Central California. Events include garden tours, lectures, and more. Info: www.mediterraneangardensociety.org.

CO-DEPENDENTS ANONYMOUS meets every Thursday, noon-1 p.m., and Sunday, 1-2:30 p.m., at the Cambria Connection, 1920 Main St., Cambria. This is a 12-step recovery program for anyone who wants to learn how to have healthier relationships with themselves and others. Info: 927-7107.

A COURSE IN MIRACLES teaches a joyful way to universal love and peace. A group meets every Monday at 7 p.m. at Unity of SLO. Info: 995-1390.

BUDDHIST MEDITATION, White Heron Sangha meets at the SLO Buddhist Church Social Hall, 6996 Ontario Rd., at 6 p.m. every Sunday. Info: whheron@slonet.org or 595-2550.

TALK & LISTEN offers confidential emotional support and teaches people how to get rid of fears, anger, and depression. Info: 489-5481.

FREE NEWBORN AND OLDER CLASS is offered every Wednesday, 11 a.m.-noon, at 1230 Marsh St., SLO. Taught by Andrea Hetton, pediatric nurse practitioner and lactation consultant. Reservations required. Info: 543-6988.

CHIROPRACTIC LIFE NIGHT is an informative talk on health and wellness and how Chiropractic care plays an important role in overall well-being of the body. Meetings are at 6:05 p.m. every Tuesday at 1422 Monterey St., Suite C-100, SLO. Free, reservations required. Info: 781-9155.

WIDOWED PERSONS OF CALIFORNIA meet for potlucks, games, happy hours, and support group on a regular basis. Info: 481-5806.

SLO COUNTY NEWCOMERS meet the first Wednesday of every month at 11 a.m. at a local restaurant. Cost is $15 and includes lunch and guest speaker. Info: www.slonewcomers.org or 543-7550.

CONVERSATIONAL FRENCH CLUB meets in SLO to discuss books, cuisine, films, and more. Open to advanced levels. Info: 542-0808.

SANTA LUCIA ROCKHOUNDS meet the third Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. at Centennial Park, 600 Nickerson Dr., Paso Robles. Visitors are welcome. Info: John, 464-0528.

ACE (ACTIVE CURRENT EVENTS DISCUSSION GROUP) welcomes people to express their views in lively discussions of current local, national, and international topics. They meet every Friday, 2-4 p.m., at the Central Coast Senior Center, 1580 Railroad Rd., Oceano. Info: Doug, 489-1257.

MODERN DANCE WITH VARIABLE VELOCITY is offered every Thursday at 7:15 p.m. at World Rhythm Dance Studio, 967 Monterey St., SLO. Info: 471-5078.

CALL TO ACTION, Central Coast Chapter, is a group of Roman Catholics seeking changes in the church. They meet monthly in SLO. Info: 773-5521.

WOMEN’S NETWORK OF THE FIVE CITIES promotes networking opportunities for its members and provides informational programs aimed at professional and personal growth. Meetings are the second Tuesday of every month, 11:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m., at Steamers Restaurant, Pismo Beach. Cost is $15 for lunch. Info: www.fivecitieswomensnetwork.com or 937-1275.

PRAYER AND HEALING ROOMS are a group of trained Christians from many churches on the Central Coast who pray for the sick. Free, no appointment needed. The healing rooms are located at 900 Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande. Open Mondays, 6-9 p.m., and Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 474-9984.

FULL MOON STUDIO offers pottery courses for all levels. Students can explore a variety of glazing and firing techniques at their own pace. All materials are included in class fees. The studio is located at 345 Harbor St., Morro Bay. Info: 772-2890.

ART MORNINGS are private art lessons in North County for all ages and include pottery, Batik, weaving, mask making, and more. Cost is $12, $10 for additional siblings. Info: 238-0104.

WATERCOLOR SUCCESS CLASSES are offered by Jacque Brackett. Classes are three-hour sessions and are offered for six weeks. “Put People in Your Paintings” is a class for intermediate levels. Info: 927-5965.

CENTRAL COAST WEDDING PROFESSIONALS is a non-profit group of caterers, photographers, musicians, florists, ministers, bakeries, and more. Anyone who is interested in the wedding business is welcome to join. Info: Don, 934-3358.

COMPULSIVE EATERS ANONYMOUS, which works on the “HOW” concept, meets every Mon. at 12:10 p.m. in SLO, every Tues. at 7 p.m. in Atascadero, every Wed. at 5 p.m. in Los Osos, every Thurs. at 6:30 p.m. in Santa Maria, and every Friday at 7 p.m. in Arroyo Grande. For information about either event, call 546-1178.

PREGNANCY YOGA CLASSES are offered every Wednesday, 12:10-1:15 p.m., at the House of Yoga, 6655 Morro Rd., Atascadero. Expectant mothers will build strength, relieve discomforts, calm emotions, and reduce stress. Cost is $5 per class. Info: 466-9642.

SOUTH COUNTY CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP meets the second Wednesday of each month, 1:30-3 p.m., at AD Care Adult Day Care Services, Hiawatha Lodge, 3065 Temple, Halcyon. Info: 481-9364.

BELLY DANCE CLASS, sponsored by the Morro Bay Recreation Department, is at 7 p.m. every Thursday at the Community Center, 1001 Kennedy Way., Morro Bay. Open to all ages and skill levels. Cost is $11.50 per month. Info: 772-6278 or 772-4146.

PINE NEEDLE BASKETRY CLASSES are offered in Pozo. Cost is $35, includes all materials and a kit to take home. Classes are one-day workshops. Ukrainian “Pysanky” egg shell art is also offered. Cost is $20. Info: 438-5364.