Community Calendar

Join the Central Coast Aquarium on the last Tuesday of each month, January through May, from 5:30 to 8:00 pm for our lectures series for age 18+ evening at the aquarium. Enjoy local wine, beverages, light appetizers, and after-hours access while diving into the amazing world of science with incredible local experts including Dr. Ben Ruttenberg from Cal Poly’s Marine Conservation Lab; Dr. Laurie McConnico of Cuesta College; Dr. Chris Lowe from the CSULB Shark Lab; and the Morro Bay National Estuary Program.

Doors open at 5:30 pm, with time to explore exhibits, mingle, and check out our poster gallery featuring recent undergraduate and graduate research. Then a live public feeding of an exhibit, which leads us into the featured lecture talk from 7:00 to 7:45 pm.

Come and enjoy the work of a talented and special artist, Joe Milazzo. Milazzo's work borders on the reverent while expressing the humanity in western scenes. Your presence will help sustain the stories, spirit and legacy of the American West.

The art exhibition and sale is open through May 31rst, Wednesday through Saturdays, from noon to 4 pm.

Dementia Caregiver Support Groups provide a safe space for people caring for those with dementia the opportunity to exchange information, build a support system with people who understand and develop methods and skills to solve problems.

Discover hope, connection, and insights at Mended Hearts Chapter #415's monthly support group.  Open to all heart patients, families, and friends with meetings every 4th Wednesday of the month.

Experience the power of peer-to-peer support from fellow heart patients. Each month, our gatherings feature an informative presentation, a time for questions, and small-group breakout sessions to help members connect and share experiences.

Mended Hearts San Luis Obispo is the local chapter of Mended Hearts International, a nonprofit dedicated to inspiring hope and elevating the quality of life for heart patients through peer-to-peer support, education, and community involvement.

This high-visibility, expo-style event is designed to give local businesses like yours a platform to promote your products and services in a fun, after-hours setting. As an exhibitor, you’ll have the opportunity to engage directly with attendees, share your story, and create meaningful connections with fellow business professionals and community members.

JAWS - friend or foe? Learn the truth about sharks, and their beauty and importance in healthy ecosystems. Enjoy a lecture presented by a local scientist, artist, or nature expert.

Richard Salas (askphotography.com) is a California native and graduate from Brooks Institute of Photography, where he was mentored by Ernest Brooks II and first introduced to diving and underwater photography.

We’re excited to welcome Mike Boswell (Cal Poly Professor & City Council member) for: “If You Build It, They Will Ride: Lessons from the Netherlands.” It’s a fun, visual look at how the Dutch made biking a way of life—and what we can learn right here in SLO.

Come grab a drink, connect with community, and get inspired!

The Development Directors Roundtable is a collaboration between Spokes and the Association of Fundraising Professionals of San Luis Obispo County.

Spokes roundtables are facilitated, peer networking and problem-solving opportunities held monthly. At the start of the roundtable, participants introduce themselves and share some good news or something that’s “keeping them up at night.” They may also offer a “spotlight topic” for consideration during the meeting.

Historical Guides Association presents Frances Marion's 1930 Academy Award-Winning prison drama, The Big House, a Cosmopolitan Production. Doors open at 5:30 pm with film screening following a short introduction by Anna Katz at 5:45 pm. Popcorn provided. Suggested donation of $5 for non-members.

Cal Poly Soundings will present “Music of the Spheres” at 7:30 pm, Thursday and Friday, May 28th and 29th, in the Pavilion of the Performing Arts Center. Soundings is an interdisciplinary program that brings together original compositions by Cal Poly music technology and composition students with contemporary choreography by students in the Theatre and Dance Department.