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SPECIAL EVENTS
SIXTH ANNUAL LIGHT OF HOPE is a
candle lighting ceremony to commemorate this county's 650 abused and neglected
children at 7 p.m. April 8 on Garden St., SLO, during Kids' Night
at Farmers Market. Includes guest speakers, a performance by The Joy of
Music Kids' Choir, and more. Presented by CASA/Voices for Children. Info:
541-6542.
UNITED BLACK STUDENT UNION OF CALIFORNIA/SANTA MARIA host at Cajun fried catfish dinner with jambalaya April 9, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., at 423 N. Broadway, Santa Maria. Cost is $7. Seafood gumbo is $8. Deliveries made to orders of five or more. Info: 268-3359, 714-3738, or 878-5876.
MORRO BAY YARD SALE DAY is a city-wide yard sale encouraging people to clean out their garages and tidy up their yards and it is set for April 17-18. Sellers can call the Morro Bay Chamber of Commerce by April 9 to list their sale for free on the "treasure map." The map will be available for bargain hunters April 17, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., and April 18, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Info: 772-4467.
ARBOR DAY is celebrated April 24 at Laguna Lake Park in SLO. The event includes commemorative tree planting. Anyone wishing to dedicate a tree is asked to submit an application by April 9. Info: 781-7220.
3RD ANNUAL OPEN HOUSE, presented by the Central Coast Greenhouse Growers' Association, offers tours of 12 nurseries throughout Nipomo and Arroyo Grande. The event is set for April 10, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. The Rotary Club of Nipomo will prepare a barbecue at All Seasons Flowers with all proceeds benefiting Nipomo High School. Info: www.ccgga.com or 1-800-961-8901.
1ST ANNUAL SPRING EGGSTRAVAGANZA AND EGG HUNT, hosted by the Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department and P.L.A.Y., is set for April 10, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at the Edwards Community Center, 809 N. Fremont, Santa Maria. Kids ages 3-12 are invited to enjoy arts and crafts supplied by the Discovery Museum, a magic show, rides on the Toyland Train, egg hunts throughout the day, pony rides, vehicle displays from the fire and police departments, and more. Free. Info: 925-0951, Ext. 247.
26TH ANNUAL CHILDREN'S DAY IN THE PLAZA is a festival of fun stuff for kids of all ages featuring hands-on activities, carnival, music, food, and more on April 10, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., in Mission Plaza, SLO. Info: 788-0887.
10TH ANNUAL CAYUCOS SEAFOOD FESTIVAL AND OCEAN FRONT FAIR features a seafood pavilion in the Veterans Hall, craft vendors, food, activities for kids, a bounce house, live entertainment, a beer and wine booth, and more April 10, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., on Front St., Cayucos. Free. Presented by the Cayucos Chamber of Commerce. Info: 995-1664.
15TH ANNUAL LOS OSOS/BAYWOOD PARK EASTER EGG HUNT is set for April 10 at the South Bay Community Park's Red Barn. Kids ages 3-7 can participate. The event is 10:30-11:30 a.m. and includes contests for the best Easter costumes, the best home-colored eggs, and more. Sponsored by the Bay-Osos Kiwanis and the SLO Parks Department. The Valley of the Bears 4-H Club will also present their "Animal Experience." Free. Info: 528-4620.
PISMO BEACH EASTER EGG HUNT is open to kids 12 and younger and begins at 10 a.m. April 10 at Shell Beach Elementary School. The hunt offers divisions for different ages and includes prizes, egg decorating, games, face painting, a juggler, and an appearance by the Easter Bunny. Free. Children should bring their own basket. Info: 773-7063.
ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT, hosted by the Lompoc Parks and Recreation Department and the Lompoc Kiwanis Club, begins at 10 a.m. April 10 at River Park. Includes hunting for eggs, a bounce house, face painting, food, carnival games, a visit from the Easter Bunny, and more. Info: 875-8100.
HAVE YOUR PICTURE TAKEN WITH THE EASTER BUNNY at the Cayucos Beach Inn April 10, 1-4 p.m., at 333 S. Ocean Ave., Cayucos. Includes an egg hunt, an egg coloring contest, prizes, and refreshments. Info: 995-2828.
SANTA MARIA VALLEY STRAWBERRY QUEEN CORONATION PAGAENT & RECEPTION begins at 1 p.m. April 10 at the Radisson Hotel, Santa Maria. Sponsored by the Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce Visitor and Convention Bureau, its Hispanic Committee, California Giant, and the Santa Maria Sun. Info: 925-2403, Ext. 817.
MORRO BAY EASTER EGG HUNT, hosted by Morro Bay Recreation and Parks Department, is open to all kids 10 and younger. The free event begins at 11 a.m. April 10 at Del Mar Park. The Easter Bunny will start the hunt and there will be different areas for various age groups. Includes a picture booth where kids can have their picture taken with the bunny. Info: 772-6278.
14TH ANNUAL STRAWBERRY INDUSTRY RECOGNITION DINNER begins at 6 p.m. April 14 at the Santa Maria Elks Lodge. Sponsored by the Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce Visitor and Convention Bureau, its Hispanic Committee, California Giant, and the Santa Maria Sun. Info: 925-2403, Ext. 817.
CENTRAL COAST ANNUAL HOLOCAUST REMEMBREANCE DAY is set for 7 p.m. April 15 at Phillips Hall at Cal Poly. Includes guest speakers and a reception. Info: 5439452.
CAL POLY OPEN HOUSE spotlights Cal Poly's rich history and includes displays, demonstrations, entertainment, a rodeo and more April 16-18 at Cal Poly. Info: 756-1154.
KID-O-RAMA FESTIVAL, sponsored by the Community Center of Cambria, is a festival for the young and the young at heart April 17, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., at Shamel Park, Cambria. Info: 927-7776.
TACK SALE offers new and used English and Western tack, saddles, halters, and more April 17, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., at the SLO Grange Hall, 2880 Broad St., SLO. The event includes a bake sale, raffles, art, and more. Info: www.jesherry.com.
SEMI-ANNUAL BOOK SALE, hosted by Friends of the Paso Robles Library, is set for April 17, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., in the conference room of the Paso Robles Public Library. Books not sold will be given away beginning at noon.
SUNKEN GARDEN FLEA MARKET returns to Atascadero April 17, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., at the Sunken Garden Park in front of the Atascadero Administration Building. The event features more than 130 vendor spaces in this biannual yard sale. Info: 461-5000.
3RD ANNUAL RIDE TO THE ROCK is set for April 17 & 18 in Morro Bay. The event will be at Tidelands Park. Registration begins at 8 a.m. and is $25. Includes a barbecue, live music, a poker run, raffles, a silent auction, and more. Info: 772-3461.
FOXEN CANYON WINE TRAIL presents the Wildflowers and Wine Weekend April 17 & 18 at wineries throughout the county. Passport holders will enjoy special events including tastings of current releases, guided tours, hors d'oeuvres, entertainment, winemaker dinners, and more. Participating wineries include Andrew Murray, Firestone, Foxen Canyon, Koehler, Rancho Sisquoc, Byron, Cambria, Chimere, Cottowood Canyon, Curtis, Fess Parker, and Zaca Mesa. Passports are $25 and can be purchased at the wineries. Info: 688-3940.
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