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Calendar: Community Events

May 2008
Thursday, May 1
Entries for Elks Rodeo Team Roping
Elks Rodeo Team RopingThe Santa Maria Elk’s Rodeo Office will accept entries for the 65th Annual Elks Rodeo Team Roping event from Monday, March 31st through Friday, May 2nd at (more)
Nutrition Education Workshop
Disease Prevention thru FREE Nutrition Education Workshop   Adults- Do You Feel Tired – Are You Overweight?  Are your Kids eating the wrong kinds of food?  Are you getting enough exercise?  Chronic (more)
The Santa Barbara CRAFTS SHOW
You are most cordially invited to please bring friends, and family members to a unique Central Coast experience and please join over 250 of Santa Barbara’s finest jewelers, photographers, fiber (more)
National Day of Prayer
The 57th National day of Prayer has been called for Thursday, May 1 this year. Members of Santa Maria Valley are invited to join others in observing the National Day of Prayer. We (more)
Designer Activewear Trunk Show to benefit the Child Abuse Prevention Council of San Luis Obispo
From May 1st - May 3rd, a trunk show will be held at Kennedy Club Multiplex in San Luis Obispo. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the San Luis (more)
Orcutt Children's Arts Foundation "OCAF" Gala
The 5th Annual Orcutt Children's Arts Foundation Gala honoring Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts, music by Unfinished Business will take place Saturday, May 3, 2008.  This event will be (more)
KCOY Spring Food Drive
April 21-May 21 For the past six years, the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County and KCOY CBS 12 have partnered together for the annual KCOY Spring Food Drive. Each year over (more)
Paint Our Town Purple Day
May Day Will be “Paint Our Town Purple Day” in the Five Cities   Purple is the official color of the American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life. And on May 1, 2008, (more)
13th Annual Record-A-Thon
13th Annual Record-A-Thon for the Santa Barbara Unit of Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic (RFB&D). Monday through Friday, April 28 through May 3 from 9 am to 8 pm, (more)
Friday, May 2
Entries for Elks Rodeo Team Roping
Elks Rodeo Team RopingThe Santa Maria Elk’s Rodeo Office will accept entries for the 65th Annual Elks Rodeo Team Roping event from Monday, March 31st through Friday, May 2nd at (more)
The Santa Barbara CRAFTS SHOW
You are most cordially invited to please bring friends, and family members to a unique Central Coast experience and please join over 250 of Santa Barbara’s finest jewelers, photographers, fiber (more)
Orcutt Children's Arts Foundation "OCAF" Gala
The 5th Annual Orcutt Children's Arts Foundation Gala honoring Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts, music by Unfinished Business will take place Saturday, May 3, 2008.  This event will be (more)
Annual Rummage & Bake Sale
Annual Rummage & Bake Sale Grandmother’s Clubhouse 1241 Farroll Ave., Arroyo Grande Friday, May 2 and Saturday, May 3 8 AM to 4 PM Friday: Lunch: Soup and Sandwiches Saturday: Breakfast: Biscuits, Gravy & Scrambled (more)
Special Olympics 39th Annual Area Meet
Special Olympics Area Meet Celebrates 39 Years in County On May 2nd, Special Olympics is holding it’s 39th Annual Area Meet at Cuesta College. This annual event brings approximately 500 athletes (more)
KCOY Spring Food Drive
April 21-May 21 For the past six years, the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County and KCOY CBS 12 have partnered together for the annual KCOY Spring Food Drive. Each year over (more)
Holocaust Remembrance Day
Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbara Commemorates Yom Hashoah: Holocaust Remembrance Day   This May 2nd, we join with the Jewish people to remember those who perished during the holocaust. We (more)
13th Annual Record-A-Thon
13th Annual Record-A-Thon for the Santa Barbara Unit of Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic (RFB&D). Monday through Friday, April 28 through May 3 from 9 am to 8 pm, (more)
Saturday, May 3
Self-Defense for Women
Self-Defense for Women Saturday, May 3 10:00am – 2:00pm OPEN TO TEEN & ADULT WOMEN WITH VARIOUS PHYSICAL ABILITIES $30 per participant Partial scholarships available Space is limited! Call (805) 963-6832 x12 www.sbrapecrisiscenter.org Santa Barbara Rape Crisis Center                                          433 East Cañón (more)
Cachuma Lake Nature Walk
 Santa Barbara County Park Naturalists lead a 1-mile walk on the Oak Canyon Trail.
Elks Rodeo Kickoff and Auction
Elks Rodeo Kickoff and AuctionThe Elks Recreation Board of Directors invites you and your guest to be present at the Elks Rodeo Kickoff and Auction Saturday, May 3rd at 7:00 (more)
Orcutt Children’s Arts Foundation’s Fifth Annual Gala
The Orcutt Children’s Arts Foundation’s Fifth Annual Gala will be held May 3, 2008. The Radisson Hotel will be transformed into an elegant dinner theater to honor Pacific Conservatory of (more)
Bull Canyon Run
The 10th Annual Bull Canyon Run will be held on May 3, 2008 and hope to have over 800 participants come out for the run and walk. The goal is to (more)
Buellton Bargain Day
Buellton Bargain Day, May 3, 2008.  City wide garage sale including Residents and participating Businesses.   Visit the Chamber of Commerce website at www.buellton.org or call 688-7829 for more information.
Orcutt Children's Arts Foundation "OCAF" Gala
The 5th Annual Orcutt Children's Arts Foundation Gala honoring Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts, music by Unfinished Business will take place Saturday, May 3, 2008.  This event will be (more)
Bellevue-Santa Fe Charter School Wild, Wild West Auction & Carnival
Contact:  Brian Getz Phone (805) 674-7478(cell)         (805) 595-7169(school)email:  bgetz@bsfcs.orgPRESS RELEASEApril 10, 2008        Bellevue Santa Fe Charter SchoolSpring Auction and CarnivalBellevue Santa Fe Charter School announces its Wild Wild West (more)
Annual Rummage & Bake Sale
Annual Rummage & Bake Sale Grandmother’s Clubhouse 1241 Farroll Ave., Arroyo Grande Friday, May 2 and Saturday, May 3 8 AM to 4 PM Friday: Lunch: Soup and Sandwiches Saturday: Breakfast: Biscuits, Gravy & Scrambled (more)
Sunny Acres Ranch Open House and Community Feed-Up
Sunny Acres Ranch First Annual Open House & Free Community Feed-Up   Dan Devaul and the Friends of Sunny Acres cordially invite all SLO County Residents to join them for a luncheon in (more)
KCOY Spring Food Drive
April 21-May 21 For the past six years, the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County and KCOY CBS 12 have partnered together for the annual KCOY Spring Food Drive. Each year over (more)
Exhibition Opening- It’s All About Me: California Artists’ Self-Portraits
  Santa Barbara Museum of Art’s status as being one of the oldest art museums in the state with a commitment to contemporary art, along with its fortunate location within a (more)
Sunday, May 4
KCOY Spring Food Drive
April 21-May 21 For the past six years, the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County and KCOY CBS 12 have partnered together for the annual KCOY Spring Food Drive. Each year over (more)
Lecture: Images of Padmasambhava in Tibetan Painting
Padmasambhava’s role in Tibetan Buddhism is extremely varied and multi-faceted.  He represents one of the Tibetan alternatives for Buddhahood and is considered foremost among those elements that give Tibetan Buddhism (more)
Monday, May 5
The Santa Barbara CRAFTS SHOW
You are most cordially invited to please bring friends, and family members to a unique Central Coast experience and please join over 250 of Santa Barbara’s finest jewelers, photographers, fiber (more)
KCOY Spring Food Drive
April 21-May 21 For the past six years, the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County and KCOY CBS 12 have partnered together for the annual KCOY Spring Food Drive. Each year over (more)
Tuesday, May 6
The Santa Barbara CRAFTS SHOW
You are most cordially invited to please bring friends, and family members to a unique Central Coast experience and please join over 250 of Santa Barbara’s finest jewelers, photographers, fiber (more)
KCOY Spring Food Drive
April 21-May 21 For the past six years, the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County and KCOY CBS 12 have partnered together for the annual KCOY Spring Food Drive. Each year over (more)
Wednesday, May 7
The Santa Barbara CRAFTS SHOW
You are most cordially invited to please bring friends, and family members to a unique Central Coast experience and please join over 250 of Santa Barbara’s finest jewelers, photographers, fiber (more)
Sons of The American Legion
Monthly Membership Meeting of The Sons of The American Legion
KCOY Spring Food Drive
April 21-May 21 For the past six years, the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County and KCOY CBS 12 have partnered together for the annual KCOY Spring Food Drive. Each year over (more)
Board of Supervisors' Candidates Forum
The San Luis Obispo County Employees’ Association in conjunction with the League of Women Voters of San Luis Obispo will hold a Board of Supervisors Candidates’ Forum on Wednesday, May 7th from 5:30 (more)
Thursday, May 8
Central Coast Wood Workers Association
Join the Central Coast Wood Workers Associaiton. Novice and seasoned woodworkers welcome. Come share projects, tips and learn new tricks. 
Nutrition Education Workshop
Disease Prevention thru FREE Nutrition Education Workshop   Adults- Do You Feel Tired – Are You Overweight?  Are your Kids eating the wrong kinds of food?  Are you getting enough exercise?  Chronic (more)
The Santa Barbara CRAFTS SHOW
You are most cordially invited to please bring friends, and family members to a unique Central Coast experience and please join over 250 of Santa Barbara’s finest jewelers, photographers, fiber (more)
KCOY Spring Food Drive
April 21-May 21 For the past six years, the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County and KCOY CBS 12 have partnered together for the annual KCOY Spring Food Drive. Each year over (more)
Coastal Quilters Guild
Coastal Quilters Guild will hold their monthly meeting on May 8th, 7:00 pm at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 4575 Auhay Dr., Santa Barbara.  Guests welcome: $5  Speaker will be Bonnie (more)
Friday, May 9
The Santa Barbara CRAFTS SHOW
You are most cordially invited to please bring friends, and family members to a unique Central Coast experience and please join over 250 of Santa Barbara’s finest jewelers, photographers, fiber (more)
Lompoc's Annual Mother Son Luau
Contact:                    JoAnne Plummer Phone:                      (805) 875-8097 Fax:                            805-875-8323     Mother Son Luau     The Lompoc Parks, Recreation & Urban Forestry Department is planning the Annual Mother Son Luau Dance for this year.  This (more)
KCOY Spring Food Drive
April 21-May 21 For the past six years, the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County and KCOY CBS 12 have partnered together for the annual KCOY Spring Food Drive. Each year over (more)
JR'S DRIVE IN CRUZ IN
COME JOIN US AT JR'S DRIVE IN CRUZ NIGHT.GREAT CARS AND FOOD AND REAL GREAT PEOPLE. DONT MISS OUT..SEE YOU THERE
Clarence Ruth School 1st Annual Carnival
Please join us for our 1st Annual Family Carnival! Bring all your family and friends to come and enjoy an afternoon of fun. There will be plenty of food, games (more)
8th Annual Mother/Son Dinner and Dance
8th Annual Mother/Son Dinner and Dance Friday, May 9th 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Celebrate Mother’s Day with the Grover Beach Parks and Recreation Department!  We are hosting a night of (more)
Saturday Night Live Themed Varirty Show and Silent Auction!
100% of proceeds will go to single parent students and Rwondan orphans. 7:00 at Santa Barbara City College in Cafeteria. $15.00 regular ticket and $10.00 with any student ID. Kids (more)
Saturday, May 10
Cachuma Lake Nature Walk
 Santa Barbara County Park Naturalists lead a 1-mile walk on the Oak Canyon Trail.
Docent-led hike: Guidetti Ranch
Saturday 9AM Meet at the Food 4 Less parking lot at  3985 S. Higuera, San Luis Obispo. We will caravan to the ranch, which is located off Buckley Road. (more)
Cerro San Luis
SLO Stewards maintains trails, creeks and open space. Work parties take place Saturdays from 9am to 1pm. Wear long pants and sturdy shoes. Tools, water and snacks porvided. Meet at (more)
Rotary Santa Maria Breakfast Annual Barn Party/Luau Auction
Rotary Santa Maria Breakfast Announces Date of Annual Barn Party/Luau Auction   SANTA MARIA – The 2008 Rotary Santa Maria Breakfast Club Barn Party, being held Saturday, May 10th at the Santa (more)
Lompoc's Annual Mother Son Luau
Contact:                    JoAnne Plummer Phone:                      (805) 875-8097 Fax:                            805-875-8323     Mother Son Luau     The Lompoc Parks, Recreation & Urban Forestry Department is planning the Annual Mother Son Luau Dance for this year.  This (more)
Family Care Network's 5th Annual Miracle Miles for Kids
    The Family Care Network’s 5th annual Miracle Miles for Kids, a 10K Walk/Run benefitting foster and high-needs children and families in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties will take (more)
La Cumbre Junior High School 3rd Annual Car Show Fundraiser
La Cumbre Junior High School is proud to present its 3rd Annual Car Show Fundraiser!  Come join us for a day of Family Fun!  Have your picture taken with your (more)
KCOY Spring Food Drive
April 21-May 21 For the past six years, the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County and KCOY CBS 12 have partnered together for the annual KCOY Spring Food Drive. Each year over (more)
KCOY Spring Food Drive-Letter Carriers National Food Drive 'Stamp Out Hunger'
Don’t forget that May 10 is Letter Carriers National Food Drive 'Stamp Out Hunger' day. You can help the KCOY Spring Food Drive by placing your non-perishable donations next to your (more)
Vista de Las Cruces School Art Exhibit and Sale
An exhibit and sale of paintings and artwork celebrating our ranching heritage inspired by our local ranches, farms and coastline. Refreshments and wine tasting ($10:00) Silent auction.
SLO Railroad Roundup
Pacific Coast Railroad Roundup is a day of family fun with train rides, exhibits, entertainment, railroad art, food and souvenirs. Former Disneyland passenger coaches pulled by vintage steam locomotives will (more)
Sunday, May 11
Ranger-led Hike: Reservoir Canyon
Meet at the Reservoir Canyon trailhead. Take US101 north out of San Luis Obispo, past City limits one mile and turn right into Reservoir Canyon Road (2nd road past city (more)
KCOY Spring Food Drive
April 21-May 21 For the past six years, the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County and KCOY CBS 12 have partnered together for the annual KCOY Spring Food Drive. Each year over (more)
Vista de Las Cruces School Art Exhibit and Sale
An exhibit and sale of paintings and artwork celebrating our ranching heritage inspired by our local ranches, farms and coastline. Refreshments and wine tasting ($10:00) Silent auction.
SLO Railroad Roundup
Pacific Coast Railroad Roundup is a day of family fun with train rides, exhibits, entertainment, railroad art, food and souvenirs. Former Disneyland passenger coaches pulled by vintage steam locomotives will (more)
Monday, May 12
The Santa Barbara CRAFTS SHOW
You are most cordially invited to please bring friends, and family members to a unique Central Coast experience and please join over 250 of Santa Barbara’s finest jewelers, photographers, fiber (more)
KCOY Spring Food Drive
April 21-May 21 For the past six years, the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County and KCOY CBS 12 have partnered together for the annual KCOY Spring Food Drive. Each year over (more)
Alzheimer’s Association "A Round to Remember"
The Alzheimer’s Association, San Luis Obispo office, will host its first “A Round to Remember” golf tournament, wine tasting, dinner and auction designed to raise funds and awareness.  Three select (more)
Tuesday, May 13
The Santa Barbara CRAFTS SHOW
You are most cordially invited to please bring friends, and family members to a unique Central Coast experience and please join over 250 of Santa Barbara’s finest jewelers, photographers, fiber (more)
KCOY Spring Food Drive
April 21-May 21 For the past six years, the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County and KCOY CBS 12 have partnered together for the annual KCOY Spring Food Drive. Each year over (more)
Wednesday, May 14
Shining Star Benefit Luncheon ~ Santa Barbara Rape Crisis Center
Santa Barbara Rape Crisis Center Shining Star Benefit Luncheon   Santa Barbara Rape Crisis Center will hold its annual Shining Star Benefit Luncheon on Wednesday, May 14th 2008 from 11:30-2:00pm at the (more)
The Santa Barbara CRAFTS SHOW
You are most cordially invited to please bring friends, and family members to a unique Central Coast experience and please join over 250 of Santa Barbara’s finest jewelers, photographers, fiber (more)
American Legion, Orcutt Post 534
Monthly Membership Meeting [:D]
American Legion Riders, Monthly Meeting
Monthly Membership Meeting of The American Legion Riders, Chapter 534 [B]
KCOY Spring Food Drive
April 21-May 21 For the past six years, the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County and KCOY CBS 12 have partnered together for the annual KCOY Spring Food Drive. Each year over (more)
Coffee for CASA
CASA - Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children of SLO County,  is looking for men and women who are committed to doing what is best for abused and neglected children in our (more)
Police Officers' Memorial Ceremony
The month of May is the traditional month to remember those valiant women and men who gave their lives in the service of their country and communities.  Law enforcement officers have followed (more)
United Blood Services
United Blood Services needs to collect over 3,000 pints of blood before the Memorial Day weekend, in order to ensure a steady and ample supply. ­­­Memorial Day marks the beginning (more)
Thursday, May 15
Nutrition Education Workshop
Disease Prevention thru FREE Nutrition Education Workshop   Adults- Do You Feel Tired – Are You Overweight?  Are your Kids eating the wrong kinds of food?  Are you getting enough exercise?  Chronic (more)
Girls Inc. 23rd Annual One Hundred Committee Luncheon
Honored Guest Speaker: Mariel Hemingway This widely recognized annual luncheon focuses on women helping girls and features inspirational speakers such as First Lady Barbara Bush, media superstar Oprah Winfrey, broadcaster Joan (more)
The Santa Barbara CRAFTS SHOW
You are most cordially invited to please bring friends, and family members to a unique Central Coast experience and please join over 250 of Santa Barbara’s finest jewelers, photographers, fiber (more)
KCOY Spring Food Drive
April 21-May 21 For the past six years, the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County and KCOY CBS 12 have partnered together for the annual KCOY Spring Food Drive. Each year over (more)
United Blood Services
United Blood Services needs to collect over 3,000 pints of blood before the Memorial Day weekend, in order to ensure a steady and ample supply. ­­­Memorial Day marks the beginning (more)
Friday, May 16
The Santa Barbara CRAFTS SHOW
You are most cordially invited to please bring friends, and family members to a unique Central Coast experience and please join over 250 of Santa Barbara’s finest jewelers, photographers, fiber (more)
26th Annual Paso Robles Wine Festival
Visit Paso Robles Wine Country for a weekend of wine tasting and a culinary delight! Over 100 area wineries host an array of events throughout the weekend, including winemaker dinners, (more)
KCOY Spring Food Drive
April 21-May 21 For the past six years, the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County and KCOY CBS 12 have partnered together for the annual KCOY Spring Food Drive. Each year over (more)
San Luis Obispo City Firefighters Charity Ball
The San Luis Obispo City Firefighters are hosting their 5th Annual Charity Ball Friday night, May 16th at Embassy Suites in San Luis Obispo.  The evening will include dinner, hosted (more)
United Blood Services
United Blood Services needs to collect over 3,000 pints of blood before the Memorial Day weekend, in order to ensure a steady and ample supply. ­­­Memorial Day marks the beginning (more)
Family Care Network and Motorcycle Madness
Who:            The Family Care Network and Motorcycle Madness What:           Thousands of bikers coming together to support local children and families When:          Friday, May 16th through Sunday May 18th, 2008 Where:         Santa Maria Fairgrounds Why:            The (more)
Saturday, May 17
Cachuma Lake Nature Walk
 Santa Barbara County Park Naturalists lead a 1-mile walk on the Oak Canyon Trail.
49th. Annual Elks BEARD-A-RENO
The 49th Annual BEARD-A-RENO is scheduled for May 17, 2008 at 6:30pm. at the Santa Maria Elks Lodge 1309 N. Bradley Rd. A B-B-Q rib dinner will be served for (more)
Beard-A-Reno
The Beard-A-Reno will be held on Friday, May 17th at 5:30 PM. Dinner will be served from 6 – 7 PM with the contest starting promptly at 6:30 PM. Following (more)
Relay For Life Car Wash Fundraiser
I am a team captain for a group from Camp Roberts that will be raising money for the Relay For Life Event (16& 17 August River Oaks Spa, Paso Robles) (more)
Dana Adobe, Rancho Nipomo Heritage Day Events
    Saturday, May 17, 2008 10AM - 4PM 9th annual Heritage Day at the Historic Dana Adobe, 671 Oakglen Ave. Nipomo. Be part of Living History. Reeactments, food, entertainment, kids activities. (more)
KCOY Spring Food Drive
April 21-May 21 For the past six years, the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County and KCOY CBS 12 have partnered together for the annual KCOY Spring Food Drive. Each year over (more)
Morro Bay Mermaid & Pirate Parade
Morro Bay Mermaid & Pirate Parade. AAARGGHH!! Ahoy all ye Pirates and fair Mermaids. It be forecast as a fine day on Saturday May 17, 2008 in the early morn' 10:30 I say. Bare ye witness (more)
The Rotary Club of San Luis Obispo Annual Cadillac Event
The Rotary Club of San Luis Obispo is holding a fundraiser at the Historic Cuesta Cadillac Dealership, Saturday, May 17, 6pm to 8pm. Free valet parking and black tie (more)
Family Care Network and Motorcycle Madness
Who:            The Family Care Network and Motorcycle Madness What:           Thousands of bikers coming together to support local children and families When:          Friday, May 16th through Sunday May 18th, 2008 Where:         Santa Maria Fairgrounds Why:            The (more)
Sunday, May 18
14th Annual Cambria Garden Tour
CAMBRIA’S 14TH ANNUAL GARDEN TOUR IN FULL BLOOM SUNDAY, MAY 20, 2007 WHAT: Cambria’s 14th Annual Garden Extravaganza and Gourmet Delights features five spectacular and unique gardens from the beautiful pines-by-the sea (more)
2008 Geranium Show & Sale
Central Coast Geranium Society presents 2008 Geranium Show & Sale, Sunday, May 18, 2008, 11am - 3pm, at the Arroyo Grande Community Center, 211 Vernon Ave. near Hwy 101 & (more)
23th Annual Kids Day In The Park
Bring your family and friends and spend the day learning about children's safety and well being, while enjoying live entertainment, car show, carnival games,community booths and fantastic food! Proceeds will (more)
KCOY Spring Food Drive
April 21-May 21 For the past six years, the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County and KCOY CBS 12 have partnered together for the annual KCOY Spring Food Drive. Each year over (more)
AGS Honor Society is hosting a FREE CAR WASH!!
All donations are appreciated & will go to the SLO Hospice and Camp Hapitok! The Alpha Gamma Sigma Honor Society at Cuesta College is hosting this free event :-)
Kids Day In The Park
EVENT INFORMATION: WHAT: Kids Day In The Park-- fun for the WHOLE family! WHERE: Waller Park in Santa Maria, CA WHEN: Sunday, May 18, 2008 (10 AM through 4 PM.) WHY: (more)
SLO Rock the Vote
Rock the Vote engages youth in the political process by incorporating the entertainment community and youth culture into its activities. Rock the Vote mobilizes young people to create positive social (more)
Lecture: The Legacy of F. Bailey Vanderhoef’s Journey to Western Tibet 1938
José Ignacio Cabezón, XIV Dalai Lama Professor of Tibetan Buddhism and Cultural Studies in the Religious Studies Department, will present an illustrated lecture on F. Bailey Vanderhoef’s journey to Tibet (more)
Lompoc Valley Riders 19th Annual Open Ride
Join the Lompoc Valley Riders for a day of beautiful scenery, companionship, good food, and a chance  to win great prizes!                                  The Lompoc Valley Riders take pleasure in presenting : LOMPOC VALLEY (more)
Super Sunday Showdown Prom
Come out to the Mussell Senior Center in Santa Maria for a Western Themed Senior Citizen Prom! Refreshments, dancing, raffles, and plenty of fun will be provided!There will even be a (more)
Collaborative Communities Foundation
WHAT: Are you concerned with youth violence and gang activity in your neighborhood?  We are looking forward to receiving input from Neighborhood Stakeholders. Let’s take an inventory of what our community (more)
Family Care Network and Motorcycle Madness
Who:            The Family Care Network and Motorcycle Madness What:           Thousands of bikers coming together to support local children and families When:          Friday, May 16th through Sunday May 18th, 2008 Where:         Santa Maria Fairgrounds Why:            The (more)
Monday, May 19
The Santa Barbara CRAFTS SHOW
You are most cordially invited to please bring friends, and family members to a unique Central Coast experience and please join over 250 of Santa Barbara’s finest jewelers, photographers, fiber (more)
KCOY Spring Food Drive
April 21-May 21 For the past six years, the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County and KCOY CBS 12 have partnered together for the annual KCOY Spring Food Drive. Each year over (more)
Life in Occupied Palestine: Eyewitness Stories and Photos
Anna Baltzer, 28-year-old Jewish American Columbia graduate, Fulbright scholar, and granddaughter of Holocaust refugees, will present photographs and stories from her work documenting human rights abuses and supporting nonviolent resistance (more)
United Blood Services
United Blood Services needs to collect over 3,000 pints of blood before the Memorial Day weekend, in order to ensure a steady and ample supply. ­­­Memorial Day marks the beginning (more)
Tuesday, May 20
The Santa Barbara CRAFTS SHOW
You are most cordially invited to please bring friends, and family members to a unique Central Coast experience and please join over 250 of Santa Barbara’s finest jewelers, photographers, fiber (more)
KCOY Spring Food Drive
April 21-May 21 For the past six years, the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County and KCOY CBS 12 have partnered together for the annual KCOY Spring Food Drive. Each year over (more)
Central Coast Computer Club
Central Coast Computer Club, Meets every third Tuesday, next meeting is May 20, 2008 @ 4012 So. Bradley, Orcutt. Knollwood Village clubhouse. Information SIGS begin @ 5:45 pm and the main presentation @ (more)
United Blood Services
United Blood Services needs to collect over 3,000 pints of blood before the Memorial Day weekend, in order to ensure a steady and ample supply. ­­­Memorial Day marks the beginning (more)
Wednesday, May 21
The Santa Barbara CRAFTS SHOW
You are most cordially invited to please bring friends, and family members to a unique Central Coast experience and please join over 250 of Santa Barbara’s finest jewelers, photographers, fiber (more)
KCOY Spring Food Drive
April 21-May 21 For the past six years, the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County and KCOY CBS 12 have partnered together for the annual KCOY Spring Food Drive. Each year over (more)
KIWANIS Prayer Breakfast
Prayer Breakfast by KIWANIS of ORCUTT  7am May 21st Elk's Lodge $15 at door or call Rich Healy at 928-3928
United Blood Services
United Blood Services needs to collect over 3,000 pints of blood before the Memorial Day weekend, in order to ensure a steady and ample supply. ­­­Memorial Day marks the beginning (more)
Teen Leadership Santa Maria Valley Applications Being Accepted
United Way and Chamber of Commerce Announce New Teen Program   United Way of Northern Santa Barbara County and the Santa Maria Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau have announced a new (more)
Thursday, May 22
The Santa Barbara CRAFTS SHOW
You are most cordially invited to please bring friends, and family members to a unique Central Coast experience and please join over 250 of Santa Barbara’s finest jewelers, photographers, fiber (more)
KIWANIS Prayer Breakfast
Prayer Breakfast by KIWANIS of ORCUTT  7am May 21st Elk's Lodge $15 at door or call Rich Healy at 928-3928
Foster Parent Orientation
MAY IS FOSTER CARE MONTH.    ASPIRANET, (A-SPEAR-a NET)  A NON-PROFIT, PRIVATE FOSTER AND ADOPTION AGENCY, WILL OFFER TWO ORIENTATIONS IN MAY FOR INDIVIDUALS INTERESTED IN LEARNING HOW TO BECOME FOSTER (more)
United Blood Services
United Blood Services needs to collect over 3,000 pints of blood before the Memorial Day weekend, in order to ensure a steady and ample supply. ­­­Memorial Day marks the beginning (more)
Community Law Night & Superior Court Open House
The annual"Comunity Law Night" and Superior Court Open House". This is a non cost, educational event open to everyone; may be of particular intrest to self-represented court users, high school and (more)
Teen Leadership Santa Maria Valley Applications Being Accepted
United Way and Chamber of Commerce Announce New Teen Program   United Way of Northern Santa Barbara County and the Santa Maria Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau have announced a new (more)
Friday, May 23
The Santa Barbara CRAFTS SHOW
You are most cordially invited to please bring friends, and family members to a unique Central Coast experience and please join over 250 of Santa Barbara’s finest jewelers, photographers, fiber (more)
Antique Car Show & Roaring 20s Dance
Paso Roble Downtown City Park 4 - 10 pm.  Admission Free.  Food for sale. Dress in costume to win Cash Prizes. Info, 238-4103
Country Line Dancing Lessons at the YMCA
Cal Poly students have partnered with the San Luis Obispo County YMCA to host an evening of free Country Line Dancing Lessons on Friday May 23rd, 2008 from 6:30pm to 8:00pm.  The (more)
BABY! International Film Festival
Friday & Saturday, May 23& 24: BABY! International Film Festival. A diverse collaboration of powerful films, leading experts, and dynamic panel-participants. Topics to explore are empowered choices concerning pregnancy, birth, and bonding. Special (more)
New Show Reception
The Town Center Gallery will be having a new show opening with Featured Artist, LorI Noel. The Gallery will also be giving away two art scholarships to Jamie Chestnut of (more)
United Blood Services
United Blood Services needs to collect over 3,000 pints of blood before the Memorial Day weekend, in order to ensure a steady and ample supply. ­­­Memorial Day marks the beginning (more)
Teen Leadership Santa Maria Valley Applications Being Accepted
United Way and Chamber of Commerce Announce New Teen Program   United Way of Northern Santa Barbara County and the Santa Maria Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau have announced a new (more)
Saturday, May 24
Cachuma Lake Nature Walk
 Santa Barbara County Park Naturalists lead a 1-mile walk on the Oak Canyon Trail.
Irish Hills at Prefumo Canyon
SLO Stewards Maintains trails, creeks, and open space. Work parties take place Saturdays from 9am to 1pm. Wear long pants and sturdy shoes. Tools, water and snacks provided. Meet at (more)
22nd California Festival of Beers
The 22nd annual California Festival of Beers May 24, 2008 at Avila Beach Resort, Avila Beach California benefiting Hospice of San Luis Obispo County. Features over 50 brewers and over (more)
SMHS Class of 1998 Reunion
Attention all Santa High School Class of 1998 Alumni.  We are having our 10 year Reunion on Saturday, May 24, 2008 at the Swiss Chalet from 6-10pm.  Advanced purchase is (more)
I Madonnari
Come celebrate the arts and help the Children’s Creative Project paint the streets -  Italian style.   An Italian tradition since the 16th Century, street painting -  using chalk as the medium (more)
BABY! International Film Festival
Friday & Saturday, May 23& 24: BABY! International Film Festival. A diverse collaboration of powerful films, leading experts, and dynamic panel-participants. Topics to explore are empowered choices concerning pregnancy, birth, and bonding. Special (more)
ART IN THE PARK
 ART IN THE PARK, presented by the Morro Bay Art Association.  Free admission, beautiful artwork, spectacular jewelry, hand-made crafts.  Proceeds go to the Art Student Scholarship Fund.  Memorial Day weekend, (more)
Arroyo Grande Strawberry Festival
Arroyo Grande Strawberry Festival May 24-25 2008
Sunday, May 25
I Madonnari
Come celebrate the arts and help the Children’s Creative Project paint the streets -  Italian style.   An Italian tradition since the 16th Century, street painting -  using chalk as the medium (more)
15th Annual Avila Beach Blues Festival
15th Annual Avila Beach Blues Festival, this year featuring the architect of Rock and Roll, LITTLE RICHARD, Rockin’ the middle slot will be Central Coast Favorite ELVIN BISHOP. Opening the (more)
Mars Landing Event
On May 25, 2008, at 4:36pm Pacific Time, the PHOENIX Mars Lander will arrive at the Martian arctic (68°N latitude) to dig up and investigate water ice buried there. Come (more)
ART IN THE PARK
 ART IN THE PARK, presented by the Morro Bay Art Association.  Free admission, beautiful artwork, spectacular jewelry, hand-made crafts.  Proceeds go to the Art Student Scholarship Fund.  Memorial Day weekend, (more)
First annual food drive to benefit Santa Barbara County Foodbank
WHO: Santa Barbara Mustang Club, Perry Ford and Local Sponsors. WHAT: The Santa Barbara Mustang Club and Perry Ford are joining forces with local sponsors to fight hunger with the first annual Food (more)
Monday, May 26
I Madonnari
Come celebrate the arts and help the Children’s Creative Project paint the streets -  Italian style.   An Italian tradition since the 16th Century, street painting -  using chalk as the medium (more)
The Santa Barbara CRAFTS SHOW
You are most cordially invited to please bring friends, and family members to a unique Central Coast experience and please join over 250 of Santa Barbara’s finest jewelers, photographers, fiber (more)
ART IN THE PARK
 ART IN THE PARK, presented by the Morro Bay Art Association.  Free admission, beautiful artwork, spectacular jewelry, hand-made crafts.  Proceeds go to the Art Student Scholarship Fund.  Memorial Day weekend, (more)
Memorial Day Celebration
The American Legion, Orcutt Post 534Boy Scout Troop 91 and Cub Scout Pack 91Pine Grove Cemetery, Orcutt, CACeremony starts 10 a.m. [:D]4th. District Supervisor, Joni Gray guest speaker Open house follows (more)
Teen Leadership Santa Maria Valley Applications Being Accepted
United Way and Chamber of Commerce Announce New Teen Program   United Way of Northern Santa Barbara County and the Santa Maria Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau have announced a new (more)
Tuesday, May 27
The Santa Barbara CRAFTS SHOW
You are most cordially invited to please bring friends, and family members to a unique Central Coast experience and please join over 250 of Santa Barbara’s finest jewelers, photographers, fiber (more)
Teen Leadership Santa Maria Valley Applications Being Accepted
United Way and Chamber of Commerce Announce New Teen Program   United Way of Northern Santa Barbara County and the Santa Maria Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau have announced a new (more)
Wednesday, May 28
The Santa Barbara CRAFTS SHOW
You are most cordially invited to please bring friends, and family members to a unique Central Coast experience and please join over 250 of Santa Barbara’s finest jewelers, photographers, fiber (more)
Town Hall Meeting
Town Hall Meeting English & Spanish LET’S TALK ABOUT… UNDERAGE DRINKING   Wednesday, May 28, 2008 Veteran’s Memorial Center 313 West Tunnell Street Santa Maria, CA  6:00pm—8:30pm   Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Alcohol Related Illnesses, Alcohol & the Brain, & Depression Medical (more)
CASA Volunteer Session
CASA is looking for men and women who are committed to doing what is best for abused and neglected children in our community. Volunteers visit children regularly and are thoroughly (more)
Older American’s Month Celebration Luncheon
Older American’s Month Celebration Luncheon Wednesday, May 28, 2008 Santa Ynez Valley Marriott 550 McMurray Rd., Buellton $10 senior / $20 non-senior Doors open at Noon Luncheon served at 12:30 p.m. RSVP required by May 21, (more)
Teen Leadership Santa Maria Valley Applications Being Accepted
United Way and Chamber of Commerce Announce New Teen Program   United Way of Northern Santa Barbara County and the Santa Maria Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau have announced a new (more)
Thursday, May 29
Professional Bull Riding
Professional Bull RidingGet tough with the toughest sport on dirt! Professional Bull Riders are coming to Santa Maria Elks Rodeo for the first time. Don’t miss a full night of (more)
The Santa Barbara CRAFTS SHOW
You are most cordially invited to please bring friends, and family members to a unique Central Coast experience and please join over 250 of Santa Barbara’s finest jewelers, photographers, fiber (more)
Pasta Dinner and Family Game Night
This is a fundraiser for the Moersdorf Family sponsored by they SLO MOMS Club from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Los Ranchos Elementary School multipurpose room, 5875 Los Ranchos (more)
Teen Leadership Santa Maria Valley Applications Being Accepted
United Way and Chamber of Commerce Announce New Teen Program   United Way of Northern Santa Barbara County and the Santa Maria Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau have announced a new (more)
SMART CAR RAFFLE
CASA- Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children is raffling off a brand new Smart Car. There is a year and a half waiting list to purchase a Smart Car and (more)
Friday, May 30
The Santa Barbara CRAFTS SHOW
You are most cordially invited to please bring friends, and family members to a unique Central Coast experience and please join over 250 of Santa Barbara’s finest jewelers, photographers, fiber (more)
Fundraiser for the NEW ZOO!
Come and Support the New Zoo!TThe Atascadero Best Western Colony Hall, located on El Camino Real, will transform into a Monte Carlo casino on the evening of May 30th from 6:00 pm (more)
Teen Leadership Santa Maria Valley Applications Being Accepted
United Way and Chamber of Commerce Announce New Teen Program   United Way of Northern Santa Barbara County and the Santa Maria Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau have announced a new (more)
SMART CAR RAFFLE
CASA- Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children is raffling off a brand new Smart Car. There is a year and a half waiting list to purchase a Smart Car and (more)
Saturday, May 31
Cachuma Lake Nature Walk
 Santa Barbara County Park Naturalists lead a 1-mile walk on the Oak Canyon Trail.
A Taste for Justice, A Benefit for the Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara County
This year's event will feature wine tasting from many of the areas finest wineries.  Also the tasting will include music, light fare buffet, and a silent and live auction from (more)
Nipomo Recreation Association's Annual KID'S DAY
 "Where a person is a person, no matter how small!" -Dr. Seuss   Cost: $2.00 park entrance fee Time: 10 am to 4pm Location: Nipomo Regional Park at Pomeroy and Tefft Street, Nipomo Attractions: Food, (more)
Curator Walk-Through: The Bellwether Effect: At the Forefront of Design
Explore contemporary design with curator Michael Porter and Bellwether winners. Take a look at works by Studio XYZ-dna, Studio1030 Architects, Roesling Nakamura Terada Architects, AB Design Studio Inc., LifeStyle (more)
Foster Parent Orientation
MAY IS FOSTER CARE MONTH.    ASPIRANET, (A-SPEAR-a NET)  A NON-PROFIT, PRIVATE FOSTER AND ADOPTION AGENCY, WILL OFFER TWO ORIENTATIONS IN MAY FOR INDIVIDUALS INTERESTED IN LEARNING HOW TO BECOME FOSTER (more)
FFA Fundraiser Bar-B-Que
The Atascadero High School FFA Boosters are holding a drive thru Bar-B-Que at Miners Hardware in Atascadero on May 31st from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM.  This is a pre-pay (more)
Twilight on the Terrace
 Celebrate the kick-off event honoring 50 years of public tours at Hearst Castle Beginning at sunset guests sample locally produced wine, beer and hors d’oeuvres from 40 plus Central Coast providers. (more)
Post Memorial Day Celebration
The event is sponsered by American Indian Health & Services, the VA Greater Los Angeles Health Care Systems & Santa Ynez Tribal Health Clinic. Free Health Screenings and information on (more)
Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Forum
Arroyo Grande Community Hospital and eight local physicians invite the public to the FREE Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Forum on Saturday, May 31st at the Clark Center at Arroyo (more)
Santa Lucia Chapter of the Sierra Club 40th Anniversary Banquet
The Santa Lucia Chapter of the Sierra Club will hold its 40th Anniversary Banquet on Saturday, May 31, at Temple Beth David in San Luis Obispo. Helping the Club celebrate four (more)
MOMS Club of Atascadero Rummage Sale
MOMS Club of Atascadero will host a Rummage Sale Saturday, May 31st 7am-2pm and Sunday, June 1st 9am-Noon at 8540 Alegre Ave. in Atascadero. Proceeds will benefit the Santa Margarita (more)
SMART CAR RAFFLE
CASA- Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children is raffling off a brand new Smart Car. There is a year and a half waiting list to purchase a Smart Car and (more)
Benefit Breakfast
S O S BREAKFAST TO BENEFIT VETERANS MUSEUM AND TOYS FOR TOTS VOLUNTEERS Local fans of the famous Parris Island S O S breakfast are in for a treat come May 31.  (more)
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