Artifacts 

Get your marshmallows ready

For fifteen years, Kirk Henning has told his lively and unique, “Stories ‘Round the Fire,” a series of storytelling performances featuring Henning along with guest storytellers and musicians. The popular performances are fun for the entire family and include stories and songs from around the world told around a campfire, followed by a marshmallow roast.

As a storyteller, Kirk Henning has shared the world of stories with audiences at schools, libraries, bookstores and festivals throughout California. With his vivacious style, Kirk’s collection of personal stories and folktales excite the imaginations of young and old alike, with such characters as Jack, Br’er Rabbit, Petit Jean, and the Phantom Duck rise up and enter the landscape of our minds. These events take place at Cayucos Beach, south of the Pier. at 7 p.m. on August 9, 16, 23 and Sept. 27. $3 Info: www.kirkhenning.com or 995-2867.

Art and Craft Fair in Cambria

In the Vets Hall parking lot. Aug. 9-10, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Info: 559-877-3474, www.thecraftfair.org or www.cambriachamber.org.

Paul McCloskey Exhibits

Artist Paul McCloskey shows “Paintings with Light” throughout the year at The Inn at Morro Bay, Castoro Cellars, and at Village Framing in Arroyo Grande. August: Branch Street Deli, 203 Branch St. in Arroyo Grande village. Through Aug. 9: Kennedy Club Fitness on Tank Farm in SLO. Info: 235-3001 or [email protected].

Sycamore Mineral Springs Classic Movie Mondays

Classic films and $6 martinis. Aug. 11: Pillow Talk. Aug. 18: Rear Window. Aug. 25: Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. Screenings take place in bar/lounge area at 6:30 p.m. Complimentary gourmet fresh popcorn, (flavors change weekly), and specialty "classic" drinks offered at a discounted price. Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort is located at 1215 Avila Beach Dr. Info: 595-7302 or 540-3627.

Girls’ Night Out At Salisbury Vineyards

Stroll through the Schoolhouse with wine and hors d'oeuvres in hand while listening to live music. Enjoy handmade gifts and clothing from local artists and designers, indulge in a mini-massage or herbal foot soak. Aug. 7 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. 6985 Ontario Rd. in SLO. $20-$25. Info: 595-9463 or www.salisburyvineyards.com.