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Moments that last: SLOtography talks wedding photography on the Central Coast
Photographing people wasn’t exactly what Blake Andrews had in mind for his career. Andrews grew up surrounded by the green canyons, sunny beaches, and quiet neighborhoods of San Luis Obispo. “I was born in San Luis Obispo and now that my sisters have kids who live here, they are sixth generation,” he said. “My great-great-grandfather…
Saved by the wedding bells: Local vendors compete in first SLO Wedding Games
Game on For updates on next year’s competition and more information on the SLO Wedding Games, visit the event’s Facebook page. The competition was stiff on the second weekend in February, and I’m not talking about the 2018 Olympic Winter Games. Ten teams, made up of roughly 10 players each, gathered at the Dana Powers…
Social media sound off
The family of Andrew Holland, a mentally ill man who died in the SLO County Jail last year, donated $50,000 to two men running against the SLO County sheriff and the SLO County district attorney. Readers flocked to our Facebook page to give their take on the issue.
Learn to weave baskets at SLO Botanical Garden
Join in at the SLO Botanical Garden and explore the ancient art of pine needle basket weaving in the Oak Glen Pavilion on Feb. 24 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Artist Elizabeth Bear will guide attendees through the process of creating beautiful, fragrant, and sustainable pieces of artwork at this intimate workshop. Just bring…
2018 Directory of Wedding Professionals
Who you’re going to call for help on the big day! Wedding Planners A Lovely Creative (805) 748-9244 kelsey@alovelycreative.com alovelycreative.com Beloved Coordination (541) 602-3177 belovedcoordination@gmail.com belovedcoordination.com All Traditions (805) 781-8660 alltraditions@att.net alltraditions.net Le Festin Events (805) 936-1086 info@lefestinevents.com lefestinevents.com Eventful Wedding Planning (805) 710-4044 colleen@eventfulweddingplanning.com eventfulweddingplanning.com Amanda Holder Events (559) 320-5927 amanda@amandaholderevents.com amandaholderevents.com A Bit…
Cambria’s Stolo Family Vineyards redefines ‘beach wine’
Enjoy the view Stolo Family Vineyards is located at 3776 Santa Rosa Creek Road in Cambria and is part of the Pacific Coast Wine Trail. The tasting room is open daily between 11:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. For more information, go to stolofamilywinery.com or visit pacificcoastwinetrail.com. Back in fall of 2013, you’d find winemaker Nicole…
On a high note: Cambria Film Festival wraps up at Hearst Castle
Happily ever after For information and updates on the 2019 Cambria Film Festival, visit cambriafilmfestival.com. Just as the sun started to dip over the hills of San Simeon, we made our way up the winding Highway 1 on Feb. 11. Nary a zebra was in view tonight as we make the turn for Hearst Castle.…
‘Lives Well Lived’ is an inspiring look at the wisdom of old age
LIVES WELL LIVED: CELEBRATING THE SECRETS, WIT AND WISDOM OF AGE What’s it rated? Not rated What’s it worth, Anna? Full price What’s it worth, Glen? Full price Where’s it showing? The Palm (opens Feb. 16) First-time director Sky Bergman helms this documentary that asks older people their secret to a happy and fulfilling life.…
Farmers gone wild
Not just celery: SLO’s first ever VEGFEST is coming on Feb. 17, whether you’re ready to assess your overall health or not. At this free shindig, you’ll be able to sample and purchase a large variety of vegan foods, experience cooking demos, and hear speakers offering eye-opening wisdom into the world of plant-based delights. Who’s…
Bingeable: The Last Kingdom (Seasons One and Two)
When? 2015-17 What’s it rated? TV-MA Where’s it available? Streaming on Netflix Netflix and BBC Two collaborated in the last few years to produce two seasons of The Last Kingdom, a historical fiction series based on the novels of Bernard Cornwell’s The Saxon Stories, starring Alexander Dreymon as Uhtred of Bebbanburg, a Saxon prince whose…
School district approves Cayucos transfer agreement
After years of discussion, Coast Unified School District was the last to approve an agreement that establishes a process for Cayucos students to transfer to San Luis Coastal Unified School District (SLCUDS) schools. The memorandum of understanding approved at the district’s Feb. 8 meeting allows inter-district transfers from Cayucos Elementary School to choose whether they…
SLO author Jay Asher accused of sexual harassment
San Luis Obispo-based author Jay Asher, known best for his young adult novel 13 Reasons Why and the Netflix show of the same name, has been expelled from the Society of Children’s Books Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) amid accusations of sexual harassment. SCBWI announced the decision Monday on its Facebook page and in statements made…
News nibs
Take a bow: Legendary Harmony Cafe chef/owner Giovanni Grillenzoni is now leasing The Pewter Plough Playhouse in Cambria, where fabulous food meets entertainment. Starting on March 1, the Italian culinary wizard will release a new schedule of events for the iconic coastal space. So mysterious, right?! We’ll keep you posted when more news rolls in…
Film Listings, 2/15/18 – 2/22/18
Editor’s Note: Listings for Regal Arroyo Grande Stadium 10 were not available as of press time. BLACK PANTHER What’s it rated? PG-13 Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Galaxy, Park New Black Panther follows T’Challa (Chadwick Boseman) who, after the events of Captain America: Civil War, returns home to the isolated, technologically advanced African nation of…
Coastal Commission approves Grover Beach dispensaries
Plans to allow medical marijuana dispensaries to operate in Grover Beach got the thumbs up from the California Coastal Commission, bringing the city’s goal of welcoming the burgeoning industry one step closer to reality. The members of the commission unanimously concurred with its staff’s recommendation on Feb. 7 to approve proposed modifications to the city’s…
This island SLO
Correction: Andrew Christie mistakenly referred to 4th District Supervisor Lynn Compton as being chair of the board in 2017. At the time, 1st District Supervisor John Peschong was chair. Christie mentioned only one letter sent to U.S. Rep. Salud Carbajal regarding offshore oil and gas development. The board penned two letters about the issue. One…
Eat your heart out!
Always more salt: Nite Creamery will open shop in the SLO Creamery this summer! When ice cream comes with sweet and salty toppings like cereal, pretzels, and salted caramel, there is no doubt in my mind my next bout of PMS will be way tastier (follow @nitecreamery on Instagram for updates) … Beda’s Biergarten in…
Let’s get rid of partisanship in county politics
During 4th District Supervisor Lynn Compton’s interview on Dave Congalton Hometown Radio (Jan. 2, 2018) she was asked whether there would be any change in the tenor on the Board of Supervisors if she is re-elected. Ms. Compton readily admitted that wouldn’t change. Furthermore, she refused to accept any responsibility in the board’s dysfunction when…
Let’s get it on!
Wolves are super romantic animals. Not only do they mate for life, but they also show affection for each other throughout their time together, which is more than we can say for most American couples. A lick of the face here, a nuzzle there—these cuddly carnivores are all about the PDA. Sweet, right? Kind of…
The county should reconsider Community Choice Energy
As members of the Earth Care Committee at St. Benedict’s Episcopal Church, we consider wise stewardship of the resources in this county a sacred responsibility. We share this as Christians with all the major spiritual traditions of the world. Two years ago, several of our members attended and spoke at a Board of Supervisors meeting…
Supporting each other: Public meeting ‘Immigration, the Law, and Your Rights’ to be held on Feb. 22
Turn on the news channel, tune into local public radio, or pick up the newspaper and almost every day, you’ll find stories about immigration—positive or negative. The most recent local news that made headlines was a Grover Beach mother of three who was deported, leaving her children to pick up the pieces. Rick Mayfield, the…
Pismo needs to support residents over developers
Some things never seem to change. The Pismo Beach City Council is once again being influenced by developers. Anyone who has recently been to our pier can see the negative impact that hotels have created by surrounding our pier parking lot. The pier area is becoming claustrophobic and is soon to be surrounded by large…
The shock of loss, forgetting history
First, let me extend my condolences to Sharon McDaniel on the loss of her home, (“Dear Kevin McCarthy,” Feb. 8). Having spent decades dealing with the tragedies of others, I’m still not used to the deep emotional scars inflicted when people loose memories, mementos, and sometimes loved ones due to natural forces. Living in a…
JUNO Award-winning New Flamenco and ethno jazz guitarist Jesse Cook plays Tooth & Nail Winery on Feb. 18
If you want to get an idea of the crisp, authoritative playing of Canadian guitarist and composer Jesse Cook, check out the official video for “Double Dutch” off his new album Beyond Borders, which debuted at No. 1 on the iTunes World Music Albums Chart upon its Sept. 15 release last year. It’ll quickly become…
Forever engaged: How long should you wait before tying the knot?
So you’ve found the person you want to spend the rest of your life with. You went out and bought a ring. You waited until the perfect moment, took them to the perfect place (a fancy restaurant, in front of Morro Rock, on Cuesta Ridge), and after fumbling about nervously, surprised them and popped the…
Fake outrage
Should you read this? It might be fake news. If only someone would convene a panel of experts, maybe call it “Fake News Panel: What is it, and who decides?” It could be held at Cal Poly on Feb. 13. The various co-sponsors could invite whoever they think best represents their views, and then let…
New documentary, ‘Lives Well Lived’, reveals advice for a happy life
See the film! Lives Well Lived: Celebrating the Secrets, Wit and Wisdom of Age opens this Friday, Feb. 16, at the Palm Theatre. Two special screenings will include a Q-and-A with documentarian Sky Bergman, on Sunday, Feb. 18, at 1:30 p.m.; and on Saturday, March 3, at 11 a.m. For some people, growing old is…
Old and new: Giving vintage family engagement rings a modern update
With this ring In the market for an updated or brand new engagement ring? Visit gardenstreetgoldsmiths.com for more information. If spending just $1,000 on an engagement ring seems too good to be true, know that the modest figure applies to a good number of the clients that San Luis Obispo jeweler Amanda Stephens sees leading…
Supervisor Adam Hill scales back duties to address depression
Embattled San Luis Obispo County 3rd District Supervisor Adam Hill announced he’s taking time off from his professional duties to address a “lifelong” struggle with depression. “I’ll be taking some time to reflect on repairing my relationships with people I love and associate with,” Hill announced in a statement on Feb. 9. “I will maintain…
By the Sea Productions opens season with ‘Exit Laughing’
A night for the books Exit Laughing will show at St. Peter’s By the Sea Episcopal Church in Morro Bay through March 4. Tickets range from $15 to $20. Visit bytheseaproductions.org for more information. A simple backdrop of furniture and frames is enough to portray the comforts of home, setting the stage for the hilarious…
Now that cannabis is legal, should you incorporate it into your wedding reception?
It’s official! Weed is legal for recreational use in the state of California. That means, depending on the amenability of your venue, you can serve marijuana right along side alcohol. But should you? It’s not like you want a Fast Times at Ridgemont High-themed wedding replete with smoke billowing out of Spicoli’s van, right? Well,…
YouTuber mulls legal action after Morro Bay police chief run-in
A self-styled citizen journalist who filmed a physical confrontation with Morro Bay Police Chief Greg Allen and another officer says he is considering taking legal action against the city. VIRAL VIDEO Santa Maria resident Nathaniel Thomas said his right to film in public was violated after a physical confrontation with Morro Bay Police Chief Gregory…
Create the human form with ink and watercolors
Learn to capture the human form in a new way at the Watercolor and Ink Figure Drawing Workshop with José Lemus Feb. 18 from 5 to 7 p.m. The event will be held at Art Bar in San Luis Obispo. Watercolor and ink is a fun way to let loose and create a great piece…
Wedding doughnuts are on the rise on the Central Coast
Hole foods Twisted & Glazed, 521 Spring St., Paso Robles, (805) 369-2575, facebook.com/twistedglazed. Sugar Lips Mini Donuts, (805) 864-3366, sugarlipsminis.com.SLODoCo, 793-F Foothill Blvd., SLO, (805) 782-9766, slodoco.com. When Sondra Williams co-founded Twisted & Glazed doughnut shop in downtown Paso Robles a year ago, “doughnut weddings” weren’t on her radar at all. “It didn’t really cross…
Three-story hotel proposed in Cayucos denied
On Feb. 7, the California Coastal Commission denied a controversial hotel project in Cayucos that had been under discussion for more than a decade. Landowner Franco DeCicco pitched the three-story, 19-room hotel in southern Cayucos as a low-cost family destination. The property on Old Creek Road and Ocean Boulevard currently houses Sunfire Gallery Art and…
Cal Poly offers class on great Central Coast authors
Take inspiration from the Central Coast just like writers Aldous Huxley, Henry Miller, Jack Kerouac, and Robinson Jeffers at the Central Coast Writers and the Literature of Personal Development class. This series is hosted by Cal Poly Extended Ed and meets Feb. 27, March 6, and April 10 from 6:10 to 8 p.m. Authors who…
