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PASO ROBLES DEMOCRATIC CLUB meets at 6 p.m. April 29 at McLintock's, 1234 Park, Paso Robles. The guest speaker is Clayton Whitt, Chairman of the Progressive Student Alliance at Cal Poly. Dinner is $12. Info: 239-8779 or 227-6444.

TOSCA, a film adaptation of the opera, screens at 4:15 p.m. and 7 p.m. April 30 at the Palm Theater, SLO. Benefits the Pacific Repertory Opera. Tickets are $15 for the first show. Tickets for the second show are $25 and include champagne. Info: 541-5369.

ATASCADERO ART ASSOCIATION meets for a demonstration by Jason Mayr at 7 p.m. April 30 at the Atascadero Library, 6850 Morro Rd. Info: 462-0632.

HOPEDANCE MEDIA presents a Bike Night with the screening of two films April 30 at the Palm Theatre in SLO. The films are "Critical Mass" and "Return of the Scorcher." Info: 544-9663.

POWER OF NOW is a lively discussion based on the concepts of Eckhart Tolle to be "present" in your life. The discussion is May 1, noon-2 p.m., at 7 Sisters Mystical Emporium, 1663 Main St., Cambria. Free. Info: 927-0077.

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 Odd Fellows Hall, 520 Dana St., SLO. The next meeting is May 2. Info: www.slobytes.org.

CALIFORNIA POPPY DECORATIVE ARTISTS, a chapter of the Society of Decorative Painters, meets at 9:30 a.m. May 2 at the Exploration Station, 867 Ramona, Grover Beach. Info: 534-1316 or 925-7632.

ALL ORGAN TRANSPLANT SUPPORT GROUP meets May 1, 9:30-11:30 a.m., at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, 1344 Nipomo St., SLO. Info: 929-1690.

SLO COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY is available to assist anyone interested in researching his or her family's history. The Carnegie Historic Library maintains SLO County land records and maps, newspapers, hospital and fire department records, and City Assessment Books. The group meets at 12:30 p.m. The next meeting is May 1. Info: 772-9620.

UNITARIAN UNIVERSAL SINGLES meet for a potluck and dinner mixer May 1, 5-7 p.m., at the UU Fellowship, 232 Foothill Blvd., SLO. Open to singles 35-55. Childcare available with advance notice. Bring a dish to share. Info: 544-1669.

THE POWER OF CREATIVE FAITH is presented by Van Austin at 10 a.m. May 2 at the Arroyo Grande Hall, Hwy 22 at Huasna. Info: 489-5858.

AUTHOR RUTH CHERRY hosts a gathering for women to discuss mid-life spirituality May 2, 1-4 p.m., at Coalesce Garden Chapel, 845 Main St., Morro Bay. Free, reservations required. Info: 545-7939.

NIGHTWRITER MONTHLY MEETING is set for 7 p.m. May 3 in the Fireplace Room of the SLO Veterans Hall, 801 Grand Ave., SLO. Info: 929-9040.

LOW-COST AND FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS for ages 50 and older include tests for blood pressure, anemia, diabetes, cholesterol, and more. May 3, 9 a.m.-noon: Hagan Senior Center, Atascadero. May 4, 10 a.m.-noon: Nipomo Senior Center. May 5, 9:30 a.m.-noon: First Methodist Church, Arroyo Grande. May 6, 9-11:30 a.m.: South Bay Community Center, Los Osos. Info: 544-4355, ext. 295.

PROFESSIONAL NURSES' ASSOCIATION of Atascadero State Hospital presents a series of events in honor of Nurses' Week. May 3, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.: FBI Profiling and Workplace Violence Prevention. May 4, 2:30-3:30 p.m.: Medical Legal Charting. May 4 & 5: Scrub Sale. May 5: 11 a.m.-noon: Crisis Mental Health. 2-3 p.m.: Diabetes: Metabolic Syndrome and the Impact of Atypical Antipsychotics. May 7, 10-11 a.m.: Psychopathy and the Antisocial Patient. 2-4 p.m.: Stalking. All events take place at the Atascadero State Hospital. Info: 468-2134 or 547-1643.

CHILD CARE INITIATIVE PROJECT: ECE 50 Infant/Toddler Series, is a workshop for child care providers and it begins May 4, 6-10 p.m., at the EOC Child Care Resource Connection, 805 Fiero Ln., SLO. Info: 1-888-727-2272.

PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN TRAINING PROGRAM is presented by the Atascadero State Hospital. An information meeting is May 4, 6-8 p.m., at the Atascadero State Hospital, 10333 El Camino Real. Info: 468-3384.

COLONIAL DAMES 17TH CENTURY, Sierra de Santa Lucia Chapter, meet at 11 a.m. May 5 at the IHOP, 212 Madonna Rd., SLO. Info: 528-5979.

WEB SUCCESS GROUP provides inspiration and knowledge for small business owners and technology folks and includes guest speakers and a chance to network. It meets the first and third Mondays of every month, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at the KCBXnet Training Room, 4100 Vachell Ln., SLO. The next meeting is May 5. Info: 474-8066.

RETIRED MEN'S COFFEE CABINET meets every Thursday morning at 8:30 a.m. at Madonna Inn, SLO. Info: Don, 773-1672. May 6: Bill Long and Dave Ramero present, "Gold Coast Flying Samaritans and Prostate Cancer."

NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER features a prayer circle led by Alan Spirit Hawk Salazar at 6 p.m. May 6 at the City Park in Paso Robles. Info: chumashstories@tcsn.net.

REACHING BEYOND BARRIERS: WOMEN IN ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE showcases careers for women in mathematics, science, and engineering fields May 6, 4-6 p.m., in the Building C Forum, Allan Hancock College, Santa Maria campus. Includes a question and answer period, and open house, and more. Info: 922-6966, Ext. 3348.

2ND ANNUAL COMMUNITY LAW NIGHT offers how-to clinics for small claims, traffic court, personal injury, and identity theft as well as a resource fair, courthouse tours, a question and answer panel with a judge, district attorney, and public defender. The event is May 6, 6-9 p.m., at the SLO Government Center, 1050 Monterey St., SLO. Hosted by Superior Court, County of SLO, and the SLO County Bar Association. Info: 781-5421.

AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM teaches adults safe driving skills and lowers insurance costs. Classes are May 12 & 14 in Paso Robles. Info: 239-3327.

 

ONGOING

WELLNESS SUPPORT GROUP for people with chronic, life-threatening illnesses meets weekly at Hospice of SLO County. Info: 544-2266.

HOLISTIC HEALING SUPPORT GROUP meets every Tuesday, 7-8:30 p.m., at 845 Napa Ave,, Suite A, Morro Bay. Info: 924-1334.

"NICE PEOPLE" SUPPORT GROUP is now forming for people who believe in peace, the power of love, and non-violence. Being totally honest and doing nice things for others and not expecting rewards and wish to seek others call 473-3837.

SELF-ESTEEM AND SPIRITUALITY GROUP FOR WOMEN meets Mondays, 7-9 p.m., at the Community Counseling Center, 1129 Marsh St., SLO. Info: 406-9296 or 543-7969.

A COURSE IN MIRACLES teaches a joyful way to universal love and peace. A group meets the second and fourth Mondays at 7 p.m. at Unity of SLO, 1490 Southwood Dr., SLO. Info: 995-1390.

BEREAVED PARENTS, a support group for parents, siblings, and grandparents whose children have died, meets throughout the county on a monthly basis. Info: www.bereavedparents.org or 438-5203.

CO-DEPENDANTS ANONYMOUS meets at 7:30 p.m. every Friday at the Mid-State Bank Conference Room, 1554 S. Broadway, Santa Maria. Info: 934-2013.

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.

CREEKSIDE CAREER CENTER offers free workshops to help in today's job market at 4111 Broad St., SLO. Info: 788-2631 or 788-2696.

MEDITATION AND HEALING CIRCLE, facilitated by the QuietStar Healing Team, meets every Sunday at 3 p.m. a the QuietStar Center for Transformation, 11549 Los Osos Valley Rd., Suite 109, SLO. Free. Info: www.quietstar.com/slo.htm or 783-2662.

INTERNATIONAL GERANIUM SOCIETY, California Central Coast Branch, meets the second Wednesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. at the Central Coast Senior Center, 1580 Railroad St., Oceano. Info: 489-1224.

ATASCADERO HORSEMEN'S CLUB meets the second Tuesday of every month at Player's Pizza in Atascadero. Dinner begins at 6 p.m., guest speaker is at 7 p.m., and general meeting is at 8 p.m. Info: 462-2241.

ZEN MEDITATION, in the Soto Zen tradition, meets at 7 p.m. Tuesdays. Affiliated with the San Francisco Zen Center. Info: Tom, 772-3830 or Joan, 528-7260.

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.

GROWING WITH BABY is a 7-week class taught by Andrea Herron, pediatric nurse practitioner and lactation consultant. Classes meet at 1230 Marsh St., SLO. First class is free. Open to moms and babies, birth to 4 months. Info: 543-6988.

SANTA LUCIA ROCKHOUNDS meet the third Monday of every month at 7 p.m. at Centennial Park, 600 Nickerson Dr., Paso Robles. Visitors are welcome. Info: Dee, 438-3764.

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. Hosted by the SLO County Bar Association Family Law Section. Registration: 544-9313.

SANTA MARIA CAMERA CLUB meets at 7:30 p.m. the first and third Wednesdays at the Arbor View Retirement Center, 1220 N. Suey Rd., Santa Maria. Info: 934-9709.

SPIRIT DANCING is a free-form movement group and it meets Thursdays, 7:30-8:30 p.m., at American Dance, 2074 Parker St., SLO. Info: 406-9296 or 528-7985.

CLASSES IN THE COUNTRY features classes in Ukrainian "Pysanky" eggshell art, pine needle basketry, and gourd with pine needles at Boehme Studio, 123 W. Pozo Rd., Pozo. Info: 438-5364.

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: tbcslo@yahoo.com or 474-9618.

WORKING WIDOW AND WIDOWERS GROUP meets at 7 p.m. every Wednesday at Mt. Carmel Lutheran Church in SLO. This group is designed for working people who have lost a spouse in the last few years. Info: 544-2133.

THE YOGA CENTRE offers a wide variety of classes for every level of student. For a complete list of classes, visit the Yoga Centre at 1880 Santa Barbara St., SLO. Info: www.yogacentre.com or 549-YOGA.

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.

CENTRAL COAST NOETICS is a community discussion group that explores the frontiers of consciousness and builds bridges between science and spirit. It meets the second Saturday of every month, 10 a.m.-noon, at Unitarian Fellowship, 232 Foothill Blvd., SLO. Info: 481-1724.

RED HOT POTTERY is an open studio environment and is open to all levels. Bring food and drink if you would like and create your own masterpiece. Choose from hundreds of shapes, including mosaics. The studio is located at 940 Chorro St., SLO. Open daily. Info: 545-POTS.

SISTERS and their relationships are being studied. To learn more about your sister relationship and to participate in the study, contact studysisters@yahoo.com.

HOW TO PREPARE FOR HIP, KNEE, OR SHOULDER REPLACEMENT SURGERY is a free class offered by Meenzhuber, Martin & Strollberg Physical Therapy at 6 p.m. the first Monday of the month. Classes are at 426 E. Barcellus Ave., Suite 101, Santa Maria. Reservations required. Info: 928-8257.

YOGA FOR THOSE WITH PHYSICAL CHALLENGES is open to people in the MS Society and others with physical challenges. Classes are Thursdays, 1:30-2:30 p.m., at The Yoga Way, 2074 Parker St., Suite 120, SLO. Info: 543-4122.

KCBX.NET offers affordable computer and internet classes at 4100 Vachell Rd., SLO. Info: 545-5002.

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.

SANTA LUCIA FLYFISHERS meet at 6 p.m. the second Thursday of the month at Margie's Diner in SLO. Beginners welcome. Includes guest speakers, club outings, fly tying, and rod building. Info: 934-2476.

FIBROMYALGIA AND ARTHRITIS SUPPORT GROUP meets 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.

FIVE CITIES 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 1052 E. Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande. Open Mondays, 6-9 p.m., and Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: 474-9984.

CLASS ACT DANCE offers classes in Pilates, jazz, tap, and ballet in Paso Robles. Info: www.classactdance@tcsn.net or 239-3668.

SLO PHILATELIC SOCIETY meets at 1 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month at the Odd Fellows Hall, 520 Dana St., SLO, and at 7 p.m. the third Thursday of the month at 3172 Johnson Ave., SLO. This is a stamp collectors club that features presentations and stamp auctions. All are welcome. Info: 547-9022.

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: P.O. Box 818, Atascadero, CA, 93423.

SELF-REALIZATION FELLOWSHIP MEDITATION CIRCLE meets every Thursday and Sunday evenings in Los Osos. Info: Christine, 528-3888.

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.

BEGINNING BELLY DANCE CLASS is offered by the Morro Bay Recreation Department every Wednesday, 7-9 p.m., at the Community Center, 1001 Kennedy Way, Morro Bay. Cost is $11.50 per month. Info: 772-6278 or 772-4146.

SLO WOMEN'S NETWORK meets the third Wednesday of every month, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., at Madonna Inn, 100 Madonna Rd., SLO. Reservations must be made the Friday before the luncheon. Meetings offer a chance to meet other women and make business contacts. Info: 546-3727.

SLO DELIVERANCE POETRY READING, hosted by Jack Mothershed, is at 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of every month at Railroad Coffee House, 1804 Osos St., SLO. Info: slomo@ourSLO.com.

WOMEN IN BLACK OF SLO holds their silent vigils every second Tuesday of the month, noon-1 p.m., on the corner of Chorro and Monterey streets. The vigils are in mourning of all victims of war and violence and for those suffering under occupation in the Middle East and around the world. Open to the public. Dress in black. Info: 547-1643.

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

ARROYO GRANDE MOPS-that's mothers of preschoolers-is a nondenominational Christian group that meets the first and third Fridays of every month to hear speakers, share experiences. The group meets at Crossroads Community Church, 330 Stanton Rd., Arroyo Grande, from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Childcare provided. Any mother with children under 6 years of age-or who is pregnant-is welcome. Cost is $3 per meeting. First meeting is free. Info: 352-0050.

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 ASSOCIATION OF WATCH AND CLOCK COLLECTORS meets the second Sun. of every month at the Central Coast Senior Center Hall, 1580 Railroad St., Oceano. Mart begins at 12:30 p.m. If you have an old clock or watch and would like help identifying or valuing it, they can help. Info: Jerry, 528-3100.

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.

WESTERN DANCE CLASSES are offered by Templeton Recreation every Tuesday at the Templeton Community Center, 601 Main St. Line Dancing is offered at 7 p.m. and no partner is needed. Western Swing Partner's Class begins at 8 p.m. Cost is $5 per class. Info: 434-4900 or 434-4909.

CO-DEPENDENENTS ANONYMOUS, which used to meet at noon on Thursdays, will meet Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. The Sunday group meets 1-2:30 p.m. Both meetings are 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

AARP GRIEF AND LOSS SUPPORT GROUPS are offered by Community Partners in Caring in Orcutt. Info: 925-8000.

ITALIAN CONVERSATION GROUP meets the second Saturday of every month, 2-4 p.m., at Linnaea's Cafe, 1110 Garden St., SLO. Info: 922-6966, Ext. 3422.

VIP (Vegetarian Inclined People) meets the first Tuesday of every month at 6:15 p.m. for a potluck. Programs begin at 7:30 p.m. They meet at Seventh Day Adventist, 1301 Osos St., SLO. Info: 489-5481.

GAURANGA MEDITATION YOGA HEALING CENTER offers free weekly classes in yoga philosophy, Bhagavad-gita, meditation, and more. It is located at 780 Caudill St., SLO. For a complete list of classes and info: 541-6637.

SOUL AWARENESS SEMINARS are offered at 7:30 p.m. every Tuesday at the Church of the Movement of Spiritual Inner Awareness, SLO. Info: 541-6690.

SLO COUNTY COMPUTER ADVANCEMENT SUPPORT SOCIETY meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month, 9-11 a.m., in Paso Robles. Info: 237-2604.

SONGWRITER AND MUSICIAN SUPPORT GROUP is now forming in Morro Bay. Lyricists and poets are welcome. Info: 459-5862.

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

BMW MOTORCYCLE CLUB is now forming in SLO. Info: Gordon, gordon@myadvisory.com or 545-9429.

SLO POETRY FESTIVAL/CORNERS OF THE MOUTH is currently looking for people to serve as board members. Info: Kevin, 547-1318.

TRAVEL CONNECTIONS is looking for people who like to share travel adventures and social events. Info: Diane, 781-2630.

POTTERY CLASSES are open to ages 6 and older and teach students how to throw on the potters wheel, hand build slab projects, and more at Anam-Cre' Art Studio, 570 Higuera St., SLO. Info: 544-1850.

ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDER support group for women meets the second Thurs. of every month at Community Presbyterian Church, 990 Dolliver, Pismo Beach. Info: 550-8330.

CO-DEPENDENTS ANONYMOUS meets every Mon., 6:30-8 p.m., at First Presbyterian Church, 1830 Farrell Rd., Grover Beach. Info: 481-5093. They meet every Wed., 6:30-8 p.m., at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of SLO County, 232 Foothill Blvd., SLO. Info: 542-0577. Info: 927-7107.