Autumn Arts Annual
JOY TO THE WORLD
The Chumash Casino Resort presents classic rock band Three Dog Night in the Samala Showroom on Friday, Nov. 1, at 8 p.m. Guests can look forward to hearing “Mama Told Me Not to Come,” “Shambala”, and other hits. Tickets range from $29 to $59. The resort is located at 3400 E. Highway 246. Call (800) 248-6274 or visit chumashcasino.com for more info. —Caleb Wiseblood
SPECIAL AUTUMN EVENTS S A N TA Y N E Z VA L L E Y
24TH ANNUAL CHUMASH INTER-TRIBAL POWWOW This event is open to the public and will include dance contest, drum contest, arts and crafts, and more. Oct. 5 and Oct. 6 $5 parking; $35 camping. solvangusa. com. Live Oak Camp, Highway 154, Santa Ynez.
26TH ANNUAL SOLVANG HAUNTED HOUSE
Features a special Halloween Streetfest both nights. Oct. 30 and Oct. 31 solvangusa.com. Downtown Solvang, Mission Drive, Solvang.
LOS OLIVOS DAY IN THE COUNTRY This special
day is an opportunity for families to enjoy country living the way it used to be in simpler times. Oct. 19, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-688-9049. losolivosca.com/day-in-the-country/. Downtown Los Olivos, Grand Ave., Los Olivos.
SIDEWAYS FEST Hosted by the Sta. Rita Hills Wine
Alliance celebrating the 15th anniversary of the movie Sideways. Includes a wine festival, film screening, and other events. Oct. 18 and Oct. 19 surfbeerfest.com. Participating Wine Tasting Rooms, Santa Ynez Valley, Santa Ynez, Buellton, Los Olivos, Solvang, 800-563-3183.
SOLVANG GRAPE STOMP A harvest street festival
hosted by the Solvang Conference and Visitors Bureau. Oct. 19, 2-5 p.m. solvangusa.com. Downtown Solvang, Mission Drive, Solvang.
TASTE OF THE SANTA YNEZ VALLEY Features
tastings, dinner pairings, and other events throughout the valley. Oct. 17-20 sbcountywines.com. Participating Wine Tasting Rooms, Santa Ynez Valley, Santa Ynez, Buellton, Los Olivos, Solvang, 800-563-3183.
L O M P O C/ VA N D E N B E R G
2019 LOMPOC CHALKS FESTIVAL Presented by the
Lompoc Theatre Project. Features chalking, entertainment, food trucks, artisan vendors, hayrides, mural tours, theater tours, a beer and wine garden, and more. Oct. 11-13 explorelompoc. com. Old Town Lompoc, 100 South H St, Lompoc.
ARCHEOLOGY DAY Find hidden clues to the past at the Mission’s dig site, carve your own soapstone bead, and see flint knapping demonstrations. Oct. 19, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. La Purisima Mission, 2295 Purisima Mission, Lompoc. FOUNDING DAY REMEMBRANCE A mass will be
held to celebrate the founding of the mission. The public is invited to attend. No reservations are required. Dec. 8, noon La Purisima Mission, 2295 Purisima Mission, Lompoc.
LAS POSADAS Join costumed docents as they lead
the Las Posadas procession though the mission grounds
PHOTO COURTESY OF CHUMASH CASINO RESORT
with songs in Spanish and English. Dec. 14, 2-4 p.m. La Purisima Mission, 2295 Purisima Mission, Lompoc.
Garden, Corner of Campondonico and 7th Ave., Guadalupe.
Monarch Club, 1645 Trilogy Parkway, Nipomo, 805-343-9459.
OKTOBER FEST Features an open house and chamber mixer.
HALLOWEEN ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR Local
vendors include CovenTree Kitchen Creations, AmyZing Hand Crafts, and Lunae Lumen. Feel free to wear costumes. Features trick-or-treating and other activities. Oct. 19, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. and Oct. 20, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. CovenTree: Books and Gifts, 722 E Main St., Santa Maria.
ARROYO GRANDE BEER FEAST Enjoy craft beers
Oct. 10, 5:30 p.m. lompocvmc.com. Lompoc Valley Medical Center - Honda Room, 1515 E. Ocean, Lompoc, 805-781-5766.
SHOP LOMPOC SHOP SMALL An estimated 40 local businesses will be participating with special promotions and sales. Nov. 29 and Nov. 30 explorelompoc.com. Old Town Lompoc, 100 South H St, Lompoc.
SIP LOMPOC Features the chance to go wine tasting at ten
locations around Lompoc, from the “Wine Ghetto” to Midtown to the Sta. Rita Hills Wine Center. Nov. 29, Noon-3 p.m. explorelompoc.com. Old Town Lompoc, 100 South H St, Lompoc.
VILLAGE DAYS Demonstrators help visitors learn a
variety of skills such as grinding acorns, basket weaving, building a tule house, making soapstone beads or tule dolls, and playing Chumash games. Nov. 2, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. La Purisima Mission, 2295 Purisima Mission, Lompoc.
S A N TA M A R I A VA L L E Y/ L O S A L A M O S
18TH ANNUAL SANTA MARIA EMPTY BOWLS This
annual event raises funds to help the Foodbank address hunger in the Santa Maria Valley. Attendees select a hand-crafted bowl, enjoy a meal of gourmet soup and bread, and take the bowl home as a reminder of the purpose of the event. Oct. 23, 11 a.m.-2:45 p.m. $25. 805-937-3422. foodbanksbc.org/events. Santa Maria Fairpark, 937 S. Thornburg St., Santa Maria.
UNDER THE SEA: OPENING NIGHT FOR THE LITTLE MERMAID Guests can enjoy champagne and an
hors d’oeuvres reception. Nov. 9, 5:30-9 p.m. $100 adults; $75 children (ages 5-12). 805-928-7731 ext. 4101. pcpa.org/ events. Marian Theatre, 800 S. College Drive, Santa Maria.
ANNUAL FALL CRAFT FAIR Features many local vendors and craftsmen. Enjoy lunch from the Taco Bar or visit the church’s International Bakery for handmade delicacies. Sept. 28, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free admission. 805264-2128. odox.org. Orthodox Church of the Annunciation, 877 Francine Lane, Santa Maria. DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS/ DAY OF THE DEAD CELEBRATION Come watch the movie Coco while
making crafts and fun activities to celebrate this special day. Nov. 2, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. 805-925-0994. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.
EIGHTH ANNUAL OCAF CHALK FESTIVAL This annual free family event features chalk artists, food trucks, artisan vendors, kids crafting, live entertainment, and more. Sept. 28, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. orcuttarts.com. Historic Old Town Orcutt, S. Broadway and Union Ave., Orcutt. GUADALUPE NATIVE GARDEN DAY Join volunteer,
Judith Evans, who will be at Guadalupe Native Garden on the third Saturday of each month for this event. Third Saturday of every month, 9 a.m.-noon through Dec. 19 Free. 805-343-2455. dunescenter.org/event/guadalupenative-garden-beautification-days/. Guadalupe Native
HALLOWEEN MAKE-UP Come to the library to
learn how to do make-up for Halloween. Oct. 9, 4-5 p.m. Free. 805-925-0994. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.
from 33 Breweries and food samples from 15 Restaurants. Also features various live music acts. Oct. 12, 2-6 p.m. $65 advance/$75 door; $25 designated driver (food only). 805-473-2250. commingly.com/agvillageevents/events/ detail/beer-feast-festival-1/929083. Heritage Square Park, 201 Nelson St., Arroyo Grande.
FALL HARVEST SPAGHETTI DINNER/BINGO NIGHT Enjoy a delicious spaghetti dinner with salad,
HEALTH AND WELLNESS FAIR All ages are welcome to
garlic bread, and dessert followed by Bingo. Nov. 1, 6-8:30 p.m. $10. 805-627-1997. avilabeachcc.com/. Avila Beach Community Center, 191 San Miguel St., Avila Beach.
LOS ALAMOS OLD DAYS Highlights of the weekend
FASHIONS FOR A PURPOSE Fashions by White House, Black Market, Adore, and Cage Oct. 12 Monarch Club, 1645 Trilogy Parkway, Nipomo, 805-343-9459.
this informative event. Sept. 30, 1-3 p.m. Free. oasisorcutt.org. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt, 805-937-9750. celebration include free entertainment, two-day Peddlers Mart, and Sunday morning’s Greatest Little Small Town Parade. Events take place throughout downtown. Sept. 27-29 solvangusa.com/. The Los Alamos General Store, 458 Bell St., Los Alamos, 805-344-1122.
SEVENTH ANNUAL BIRDHOUSE FUNDRAISER
The birdhouses can be viewed at the council’s booth during the Orcutt Chalk Festival. Sept. 28, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $1 raffle tickets. smartscouncil.org/birdhouses. Historic Old Town Orcutt, S. Broadway and Union Ave., Orcutt.
SLIGHTLY SPOOKY Come to the Library for some
fun Halloween stories. Costumes are encouraged but not required. Oct. 30, 4-5 p.m. Free. 805-925-0994. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.
SM LIBRARY GAMES DAY Celebrate International
Games Week at the Library. The library will supply a variety of games. Nov. 6, 4-5 p.m. Free. 805-925-0994. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.
SWINGING INTO FALL The Santa Maria Valley Sr. Club presents this dance concert with Riptide Big Band and vocalists Liz Douglas and Bob Nations. Grant funding provided from Community Foundation of SLO County. Oct. 13, 1:30-4 p.m. Free. 775-813-5186. RiptideBB.com. Elwin Mussell Senior Center, 510 Park Ave., Santa Maria. ZOMBIE GLOW RUN Proceeds benefit injured or sick shelter animals. Features walk/run options, live music, food, and more. Oct. 12, 5-8 p.m. $25. 805-260-2386. sbcanimalcare.org/zombie-glow-run. Santa Maria Animal Center, 548 W. Foster Road, Santa Maria.
SOUTH COAST SLO COU NT Y
32ND ANNUAL PUMPKINS IN THE PARK
Includes pumpkin decorating, games, crafts, bounce houses, and costume contests. Oct. 26, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. 805-773-7063. pismobeach.org/. Dinosaur Caves Park, 2701 Price St, Pismo Beach.
AFTERNOON OF ART AND WINE Trilogy artists will
GHOST STORIES: A TELLING OF THE BLOODY ‘50S BANDITS This 40-minute experience invites visitors
to travel back in time and be witnesses to the infamous bandit raid of the historic Adobe. Oct. 25, 6:30-8:45 p.m., Oct. 26, 6-8:45 p.m. and Oct. 27, 6-8:45 p.m. $10-$15; no children under 7. 805-929-5679. danaadobe.org. DANA Adobe Cultural Center, 671 S. Oakglen Ave., Nipomo.
SOUPABRATION An annual fundraiser for local nonprofit
Pacific Wildlife Care, the area’s only licensed rehabilitation center that cares for injured birds, mammals, and reptiles. The event includes 25 restaurants competing for best soup, a silent auction, animal ambassadors, wine and soup tastings, and more. Nov. 3, 1-4 p.m. $65. 805-305-0579. eventbrite.com/. Avila Beach Golf Resort, 6464 Ana Bay Road, Avila Beach.
SAN LUIS OBISPO
AUDUBON BIRD WALK An engaging walk through the SLO Botanical Garden and the surrounding environment. RSVP preferred. Oct. 19, 9-11 a.m. $5-$10. 805-5411400. slobg.org/calendar-of-events/bird-walk. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, 3450 Dairy Creek Road, San Luis Obispo.
CENTRAL COAST RAILROAD FESTIVAL Features a railroad swap meet, the model railroad, guest speakers, food, and more. Oct. 5, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $3-$5. 805-5481894. SLORRM.com. San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum, 1940 Santa Barbara Ave., San Luis Obispo. FALL PLANT SALE FUNDRAISER AT SLO BOTANICAL GARDEN Semi-annual plant sale. Find the
perfect plant for your yard. Oct. 19, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. 805541-1400. slobg.org. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, 3450 Dairy Creek Road, San Luis Obispo.
FARMSLO PRESENTS BOUNTY OF THE HARVEST BENEFIT DINNER FarmSLO, a program
of Slow Money SLO, announces Bounty of the Harvest, a benefit dinner to support small, local farms. Oct. 5, 5-7:30
show two and three dimensional works. Net proceeds to benefit Art Scholarships for South County Students. Nov. 24, noon
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