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CINEMA CAFÉ, hosted by the SLO County Film Commission, is a social and informational event to attract skilled film production people who are interested in working on the increasing number of film, television, and video shoots in the county. The meeting is Dec. 11, 5:15-7:30 p.m., at Aspect Media Factory, 775 Fiero Ln., Suite A., SLO. Info: 541-8000.

FREE DECORATING SEMINAR teaches basic concepts of interior decorating at 7 p.m. Dec. 11 at Decorating Den Studio, 761 Shell Beach Rd., Shell Beach. Reservations required. Info: 556-0402.

NEW TAX LAWS FOR 2004 is a seminar presented by Schimandle and Cantrell, CPAs, Inc., at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 11 at ERA Sea Wave Real Estate, 500 Cypress St., Suite 4, Pismo Beach. Free. Refreshments served. Info: 773-4611 or 773-4613.

CENTRAL COAST VETERANS MEMORIAL MUSEUM BOARD OF DIRECTORS meets at 9 a.m. Dec. 12 at the Veterans Building, 801 Grand Ave., SLO. Info: 528-3973.

PARTNERING WITH YOUR DOCTOR offers realistic instructions for preparing for doctor visits and managing time with them effectively. The class is Dec. 12, 10 a.m.-noon, at the Ramona Garden Park Center, 993 Ramona Ave., Grover Beach. Free. Info: 481-9364.

1 GIANT LEAP is a film combining documentary film with music video and it screens at 7 p.m. Dec. 12 at the SLO City/County Library, 995 Palm St., SLO. Cost is $5. Info: www.hopedance.org or 544-9663.

WIDOWED PERSONS OF CALIFORNIA meet for potlucks, games, happy hours, and support group on a regular basis. Dec. 12, 6:30 p.m.: Potluck and games at the Morro Bay Veterans Memorial Building. Dec. 13, 10 a.m.: General meeting at the SLO Elks Club. Info: 481-5806.

BEHIND THE SCENES FILM FESTIVAL features three films about Bush, the war in Iraq, and about American voices Dec. 13, 5-10 p.m., at the SLO City/County Library, 995 Palm St., SLO. Cost is $5 per film, or $10 for all three. Info: www.hopedance.org or 544-9663.

STILLEHAVET LODGE, SONS OF NORWAY meet for “Juletrefest,” singing of carols around a Christmas tree and enjoying baked goodies, at 6 p.m. Dec. 13 at the Oddfellows Hall, 520 Dana St., SLO. Please bring goodies to share. Info: 929-4862.

CENTRAL COAST CHAPTER OF SISTERS IN CRIME, a national organization of mystery writers, meets at 10:30 a.m. Dec. 13 at Borders, 243 Madonna Rd., SLO. Two local authors, Victoria Hickman and Mary Moses, will be the featured speakers. The Sisters in Crime Holiday Party is set for Dec. 14, 2-4 p.m., at the Coalesce Bookstore, Morro Bay. Info: 772-2880.

DOGGIE DO GOOD teaches how to resolve problems such as potty training, chewing, barking, jumping, digging, and more Dec. 16, 6-9 p.m., at the Maramonte Community Center, 620 E Sunrise Dr., Santa Maria. Open to ages 12 and older. Cost is $32.25, $26 for city residents. Hosted by the Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department. Registration required by Dec. 13. Info: 925-0951, Ext., 260.

BOTANICAL ILLUSTRATION—FOCUS ON CALIFORNIA NATIVE PLANTS meets once a month. Bring pencils, sketchpads, and art supplies to meet with Carol Daniels, a local botanical artist, at the Dunes Center 1-4 p.m. Dec. 14. Info: 343-2455.

RELIGIOUS TOLERANCE AND BEYOND: Exploring Interfaith Pluralism in our Community is a panel of local speakers representing various religions Dec. 14, 3-5 p.m., at the Lompoc Community Center, 1501 E Ocean Ave. They will discuss the wartime climate of religious hostility. Free. Info: 736-5459.

CLAIRVOYANT Kandra Richards is the guest speaker Dec. 14, 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.

SECOND SUNDAY AT SEVEN, hosted by NightWriter Poets, is an intimate poetry reading-in-the-round at 7 p.m. Dec. 14 at Coalesce Bookstore, 845 Main St., Morro Bay. Bring finger foods and your poems to share. Info: 772-2880.

BILL OF RIGHTS DAY features an evening of discussion, a video, and apple pie beginning at 7 p.m. Dec. 15 at the Ramona Garden Park Center, 993 Ramona Ave, Grover Beach. Hosted by the SLO Bill of Rights Defense Committee and the Apple Pie Resolution to Defend the Bill of Rights in SLO County. Info: 927-0714.

CREEKSIDE CAREER CENTER offers free workshops to help in today’s job market at 4111 Broad St., SLO. Dec. 15, 9 a.m.-noon: Career Exploration. 1-4 p.m.: Identifying Your Job Skills. Dec. 16, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.: Federal/State Basic Payroll Tax Seminar. 9-11 a.m.: How to Find Work in SLO County. 2-4 p.m.: The Hidden Job Market. Dec. 17, 9 a.m.-noon: Starting a New Business. Dec. 18,10-11 a.m.: Welcome to the Private Industry Council. 9 a.m.-noon: Job Applications and Resume Preparation. 1-4 p.m.: Interviewing for Employment. 2-3 p.m.: Orientation to Cuesta College Programs. Info: 788-2631 or 788-2690.

LOW-COST AND FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS for ages 50 and older include tests for blood pressure, anemia, diabetes, cholesterol, and more. Dec. 15, 9-11 a.m.: The Village, SLO. Dec. 16, 9-10:30 a.m.: Rancho Paso Mobile Home Park, Paso Robles. 11 a.m.-noon: Villa Paseo Palms, Paso Robles. Dec. 17, 10 a.m.-noon: Madonna Road Apartments, SLO. Dec. 18, 9:30 a.m.-noon: San Miguel Senior Center. Dec. 19, 9 a.m.-noon: Paso Robles Senior Center. Info: 544-4355, ext. 296.

NATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR WOMEN meets at 6 p.m. Dec. 16 for a business meeting and holiday party at the GALA Center, 11573 Los Osos Valley Rd., Suite B, SLO. Info: 542-8242.

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. Dec. 16: Solar Electricity. Info: 785-0194.

THE GUADALUPE-NIPOMO DUNES STEWARDSHIP COLLABORATIVE welcomes the public to review some of the features of its new interpretive plan. Join planners and managers to assess proposed strategies to increase awareness of the dunes and improve visitor services. The meeting is Dec. 16, 6-8 p.m., at the Dunes Center in Guadalupe. Info: 343-2455.

BRAILLE INSTITUTE’S MOBILE SOLUTIONS VAN rolls into SLO Dec. 17 to offer information on services and programs offered to the visually impaired. The van will be at Las Brisas, 1299 Briarwood, 9 a.m.-noon, and at The Manse on Marsh, 539 Marsh St., 1-3 p.m. Info: 682-6222.

WOMEN’S NETWORK OF SLO meets for a festive luncheon at 11:45 a.m. Dec. 17. Includes performances and a gift exchange. Cost is $16, $14 for members. Reservations required. Info: 546-3727.

HOW TO SURVIVE DIVORCE gives answers to tough questions and gives tips and advice beginning at 7 p.m. Dec. 17 at the SLO Women’s Community Center, 1129 Marsh St., SLO. Suggested donation is $5 for materials. Info: 544-9313.

MAKING POTLUCK is hosted by the Paso Robles Library Dec. 17, 6-8 p.m., in the Library Conference Room, 1000 Spring St. Wreath makers will bring cut greens, berries, herbs, and other natural gifts to share as part of the “potluck” event. The library will provide wreath forms, pins, wire, bows, and instruction. Refreshments served. Info: 237-3870.

NEW LIFE COMMUNITY CHURCH is located at 990 James Way, Pismo Beach. An all-church Christmas caroling is set for Dec. 17. The New Life Choir, joined by the praise dancers and band, will perform Christmas music at 6 p.m. Dec. 21. Free. Info: 489-3254.

RETIRED MEN’S COFFEE CABINET meets every Thursday morning at 8:30 a.m. at Madonna Inn, SLO. Dec. 18: Fifth annual Coffee Cabinet Car Show. Info: Don, 773-1672.

CENTRAL COAST STROKE SUPPORT GROUP meets for a group discussion and refreshments Dec. 19, 2:30-3:30 p.m., in the Activity Room at Garden Creek, 73 Broad St., SLO. Info: 471-8102.

HADASSAH OF SLO will hold its annual Chanukah luncheon at noon Dec. 21 at the San Luis Bay Estates. Entertainment will be provided by Jayne Simon. Includes door prizes and traditional holiday foods. Lunch is $7.50. Reservations required by Dec. 19. Info: 543-9452 or 773-2310.

ANGELIC VISITS is a talk by Rev. Ed Tuttle at 10 a.m. Dec. 21 at the New Beginnings Metaphysical Church in Morro Bay. Following the service, he will be available for discussion and book signing. The event is at The Garden Chapel, 845 Main St., Morro Baya. Info: 925-0098.

PSYCHIC SPIRITUAL HEALER Patricia Meerea is the guest speaker Dec. 21, 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

NEW SPRITIUALITY DISCUSSION GROUPS are now forming in Grover Beach and Cambria and ongoing in Los Osos. Help support the growth of others in seeking truths beyond religion. Info: Clare, 528-4743.

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, 6:30-8 p.m., at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 5318 Palma Ave. Info: 460-0343 or 238-5506.

WORKING WIDOWS AND WIDOWERS GRIEF GROUP for anyone who has lost a spouse in the last few years meets at 7 p.m. on designated Wednesdays at Mt. Carmel Lutheran Church, 1701 Fredericks, SLO. This is a non-denominational group. Info: 544-2133.

PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP, hosted by the American Cancer Society, meets at 6:30 p.m. the third Monday of each month at 197 Santa Rosa St., SLO. Info: 543-1481.

ALL ORGAN TRANSPLANT SUPPORT GROUP meets for discussion and support the first Saturday of the month, 9:30-11:30 a.m., at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 1344 Nipomo St., SLO. Info: 929-1690.

SAN LUIS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT’S ADULT SCHOOL offers computer classes, self-improvement classes, and more. Info: www.ae.slcusd.org or 549-1222.

SCREENWRITING SUPPORT AND DISCUSSION GROUP is now forming in SLO. Join others to talk about ideas, writing blocks, character development, and more. Parents with babies welcome. Info: 783-1392.

BEGINNING SQUARE DANCING is offered Thursdays at Centennial Park, 600 Nickerson Rd., Paso Robles. Lessons are 7-8:30 p.m., dancing is 8:30-9:30 p.m. Singles or couples welcome. First three weeks are free. Cost is $3.50 after that. Info: 462-8786 or 238-5622.

TIBETAN BUDDHIST MEDITATION AND DHARMA TEACHINGS with Lama Khedrub and students are every Wednesday, 7-9 p.m., at Sea Pines Resort, Los Osos. Schedule may vary. Info: www.bodhipath-west.org, 528-1388, or 528-2495.

FIBROMYALGIA AND ARTHRITIS SUPPORT GROUP meet the third Saturday of each month, 10-11:30 a.m., at the Arroyo Grande Hospital Annex, 345 Halcyon Rd., Arroyo Grande. Info: 343-2905, 473-3309, or 925-8075.

SLO SKIERS CLUB meets the first and third Wednesdays of every month at 8 p.m. at Embassy Suites, 333 Madonna Rd., SLO. Info: www.sloskiers.org or 549-7777.

CENTRAL COAST COMPUTER CLUB meets every third Tues. 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.

DEAN FOR AMERICA MEET-UP is at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of every month. Info: www.howarddeanforslo.com or 782-9327.

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

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. Info: 543-0388.

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 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. Info: www.slobytes.org.

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.

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.

SANTA MARIA COIN CLUB holds its monthly meeting the third Wed. at 7 p.m.at Elwin Mussell Senior Center, 510 E Park Ave., Santa Maria. New, experienced, and junior collectors are welcome. Bring in coins for free appraisals. Info: 937-1008.

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.

KCBX.NET offers affordable computer and internet classes at 4100 Vachell Rd., SLO. Registration required by noon the day before the class. Info: 545-5002.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 Morro 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.

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.