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The 84th annual celebration of Solvang Danish Days begins Friday, Sept. 18, and continues through Sunday, Sept. 20. This traditional, weekend-long festival includes live entertainment, a beer and wine garden, food vendors, parades, and more. Visit solvangdanishdays.org for the festival’s tentative schedule. —Caleb Wiseblood
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Special Summer Events NORTH COAST SLO COUNTY THE WOLVES OF YELLOWSTONE: ZOOM CONFERENCE A Morro Cost Audubon Society community program. Dave Clendenen will talk about wolf ecology and their reintroduction to Yellowstone National Park and the northern Rocky Mountains. Meeting ID: 891 2439 3556. Password: 224505 June 15, 7 p.m. Morro Coast Audubon Office, 601 Embarcadero #14, Morro Bay, 8057721991.
NORTH SLO COUNTY 11TH ANNUAL DANCING WITH OUR STARS Dr. Steve Robinson is fundraising for the Charles Paddock Zoo by dancing on the 11th Annual Dancing with Our Stars presented by the Friends of the Atascadero Library. Sept. 17-19, 5:30-10 p.m. charlespaddockzoo.org. Charles Paddock Zoo, 9100 Morro Rd., Atascadero.
2020 EVENING UNDER THE ESTRELLA SKY WINEMAKERS’ DINNER The winemakers and owners of The Pleasant Valley Wine Trail wineries will come together in a beautiful setting at Hartley Farms for an evening of wine, food, and music. Aug. 15, 6-9 p.m. Starts at $150. my805tix.com. Hartley Farms, 6770 Estrella Rd., San Miguel.
BREW AT THE ZOO A fun evening is in store with a complete variety of craft breweries, wine, cider and distilled spirits for everyone (ages 21 and over) to enjoy while strolling through the Zoo. Sept. 26, 5:30-9 p.m. $35-$40. 805-461-5080. charlespaddockzoo.org. Charles Paddock Zoo, 9100 Morro Rd., Atascadero.
FOURTH OF JULY DRIVE-THROUGH BARBECUE The Atascadero Colony Days Committee will host a drive-through barbecue dinner on the Fourth of July from noon to 4 p.m. at a location yet to be determined. July 4, 12-4 p.m. $40-$50. my805tix.com. Atascadero Printery Building, 6351 Olmeda Ave., Atascadero.
INSPIRED HOME, GARDEN, AND GOURMET EXPO OF PASO ROBLES Features more than100 home improvement experts offering remodeling
ideas and more. Gourmet area features food and wine tasting, cooking demonstrations, and a chef competition. Aug. 22, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 805-7724600. inspiredexpos.com/. Paso Robles Event Center, 2198 Riverside Ave., Paso Robles.
SAN LUIS OBISPO GALA AND CAL POLY PRIDE CENTER: LAVENDER GRADUATION GALA Pride and Diversity Center presents a live video of Cal Poly Pride Center’s Lavender Commencement (Virtual) on June 6. GALA also hosts Small Town Pride Live on June 13 and Transgender Pride on June 18. June 6, 12-1:30 p.m. Check site for more info. facebook.com/pride.center. GALA Center Gallery, 1060 Palm St., San Luis Obispo.
FUNDING OUR FUTURE: ONLINE AUCTION FOR STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS The opportunity to bid on incredible items while supporting local businesses and students. Last year, the Rotary Club of SLO awarded $39,500 in scholarships to 14 local students to attend college.Your bids and donations make these scholarships possible. Through June 10 Varies. 805769-8779. slorotary.ejoinme.org/FundingOurFuture. Downtown SLO, Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo.
GUADALUPE-NIPOMO DUNES CENTER: BEE’S KNEES AT THE BARN A roaring ‘20s-themed gala and auction. Proceeds from this fundraiser will benefi t the Center’s educational programming. Festive 1920s attire is encouraged. Aug. 1, 5 p.m. $125. dunescenter.org. Octagon Barn Center, 4400 Octagon Way, San Luis Obispo, 805-544-9096.
INSPIRED HEALTH, HOME, AND GARDEN EXPO OF SAN LUIS OBISPO Features more than 100 home improvement experts offering resources, medical screenings, remodeling ideas, educational seminars, and workshops. Sept. 19, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 805772-4600. inspiredexpos.com/. Alex Madonna Expo Center, 100 Madonna Rd, San Luis Obispo.
SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY 130TH ANNIVERSARY: YOGA AT THE LIGHTHOUSE As part of the 130th anniversary celebration of the Point San Luis Lighthouse, there will be a one-time day of yoga. Rescheduled from July 18. Hike to the Lighthouse begins at 8 a.m. Please bring
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sturdy shoes for the trail, water, and your yoga mat. Staff will drive your yoga mat to the Lighthouse. Aug. 15, 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $35. 805-540-5771. my805tix. com. Point San Luis Lighthouse, 1 Lighthouse Rd., Avila Beach.
OCEANO BEACH SAND CASTLE BUILDING CONTEST Children and adults are welcome to
2020. All graduates are encouraged to participate (applications due June 8). July 11 Laurus College, 325 E. Bet teravia Road, suite B, Santa Maria, 805-267-1690.
LOMPOC/VANDENBERG GOOD MORNING LOMPOC The show is hosted by
participate in the competition by building sand castles and other sand sculptures along the beach (anywhere between the Grand Avenue entrance and the Arroyo Grande Creek). Photos due to info@oceanobeach. org by June 7. Through June 7 Free. 805-801-6148. Oceano/Grover Dunes, 100 Grand Ave., Grover Beach.
Lompoc locals Michelle and Jeremy Ball, who aim to keep the community connected while staying home at the same time. Episodes are also available to watch on YouTube after they’re streamed live. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 8:30 a.m. Facebook, Online, Inquire for Facebook address.
PAINT ‘N SIP AT POINT SLO Rescheduled from
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April 25. A one-time afternoon of wine and painting at the Point San Luis Lighthouse with celebrated artist Andrea Olivier. Aug. 15, 2-4:30 p.m. $60. 805-5405771. my805tix.com. Point San Luis Lighthouse, 1 Lighthouse Rd., Avila Beach.
SUNSET PHOTO SHOOT An evening for photographers and enthusiasts to come to the station and take sunset photos. A perfect place for photographers to come snap shots of beautiful San Luis Bay, the setting sun, and other picturesque views such as the breakwater and whalers island. Sept. 11, 5:45-9 p.m. $40. my805tix.com. Point San Luis Lighthouse, 1 Lighthouse Rd., Avila Beach.
to participate in various craft activities, including tortilla making, carpentry, pottery, and blacksmithing. Check site for tentative details. Sept. 14, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Free admission. lapurisimamission.org. La Purisima Mission, 2295 Purisima Mission, Lompoc.
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announced. Check website for updates and more info. Elks Rodeo Parade set to take place Saturday, Sept. 26, at 9 p.m. Sept. 24-27 Varies. 805-925-4125. elksrec.com. Elks Unocal Event Center, 4040 Highway 101, Santa Maria.
FLA’S VIRTUAL SUMMER YOUTH SUMMIT Scholarships ranging from $250 to $1,000 will be awarded. This virtual event will also include daily raffles. Aug. 4-6, 12-3 p.m. futureleadersnow.org. Future Leaders of America, 110 S. Lincoln St., suite 103, Santa Maria, 805-925-1010.
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