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Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo Friday & Saturday March 30 & April 1, 2012 operaslo.org

christmas at the castle december 1st - 31st Hearst castle hearstcastle.org

During the Holiday Season, Hearst Castle presents an opportunity for visitors to experience the Castle as it might have been on Christmas in the 1920’s or 1930’s. The Grand Rooms Tour and the Evening Tour are excellent tours to see many of the decorated rooms. Christmas at the Castle is an event that is not to be missed and is fun for the entire family!

a christmas Story december 2nd – 23rd San Luis Obispo Little Theatre slolittletheatre.org

Humorist Jean Shepherd’s memoir of growing up in the midwest in the 1940’s follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas. Ralphie pleads his case before his mother, his teacher and even Santa Claus himself! A Christmas Story is the perfect, familyfriendly way to celebrate the season!

Victorian christmas open House and candlelight tours december 9th – 11th Jack House, San luis obispo slocity.org

Come enjoy the splendor of a Victorian Christmas with docent-led tours of the historic Jack House. Following tours, hot cider and cookies are served in the Victorian kitchen, and visitors may enjoy unique items in the Wash House Gift Shop.

the nutcracker december 10th – 11th christopher cohan center civicballetofslo.org

It’s Christmas Eve, and Clara is about to have the night of her dreams! Audiences of all ages will marvel at the magic and wonder of this spectacular, professional production that has delighted the Central Coast for more than 30 years.

Polar Bear dip January 1st @ 9:30am cayucos Pier cayucoschamber.com

Hundreds of people show up each January 1st to kick off the New Year by jumping into the cold waters of the Pacific Ocean off Cayucos as part of the Carlin Soulé Memorial Polar Bear Dip. No wetsuits are allowed, and most participants wear swimming suits or come in costume - including pirates and ladies in fancy hats, or with accessories, including sombreros, wedding dresses or anything fun they can think up. The festivities begin at 9:30 am, with the Polar Bear Dip at noon.

Art After Dark January 6th @ 6:00pm – 9:00pm downtown San luis obispo sloartscouncil.org

Over 20 galleries and non-traditional art venues (think restaurants, boutiques, and salons) spotlight the best of established and emerging local artists. They sometimes also feature the works of nationally and internationally acclaimed artists. Hot Shaves • Cold Beer • ESPN • Quality Service Monday - Saturday 10am-6pm • Sunday 11am-4pm 1351 Monterey Street . San Luis Obispo (805)783-2887 . clippersbarber.com

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