Community Calendar

Five County of San Luis Obispo Public Libraries locations will offer free string quartet performances featuring students from top U.S. music schools.

Thursday, July 16
10 am: Atascadero Library
2 pm: Shandon Library

Friday, July 17
10 am: Nipomo Library
2 pm: Los Osos Library

Saturday, July 18
10 am: San Luis Obispo Library

The free library events are sponsored by the San Luis Obispo County Library Foundation.

The Cambria Center for the Arts is pleased to announce its next studio exhibit, “What is Revealed: Paintings by Margaret Biggs.” Bigg's work consists of stylized realism that opens the mind to the imagination. Her imagery has been popular in the evidence-based Healing Arts Movement and can be found in medical facilities, hotels and businesses nationwide.

Exhibit: June 30 through August 30, Tuesdays to Sundays from noon to 4 pm.
Artist Reception: Sunday, July 5th from 4:30 to 6 pm.

Discover the art of printmaking through play! In this engaging workshop, students will learn the basics of block printing using LEGO-style bricks to create their own unique patterns. Instructor Blair Baker, a local artist and art teacher, encourages young creators to experiment and embrace their imagination. With six workshop dates available, students are welcome to return and explore new ideas as their confidence grows. Ages 7 & up. $25 per class.

June 18 to August 6 (Thursdays 2 to 3:30 pm)

After 20 extraordinary years, Bodytraffic will take its final bow at the close of this landmark season—marking your chance to experience one of the company’s final performances. What began as a bold dream has grown into an internationally acclaimed contemporary dance company known for its vibrant artistry and powerful connection with audiences.

After 20 extraordinary years, BODYTRAFFIC will take its final bow at the close of this landmark season - marking your chance to experience one of the company’s final performances. What began as a bold dream has grown into an internationally acclaimed contemporary dance company known for its vibrant artistry and powerful connection with audiences.

Presented in partnership with Festival Mozaic: SLO Music & Arts Festival, don’t miss this rare opportunity to witness the energy, joy, and artistry that have defined BODYTRAFFIC for two decades, as the company takes the stage for one of its final performances.

The Cambria Center for the Arts is pleased to announce its next studio exhibit, “What is Revealed: Paintings by Margaret Biggs.” Bigg's work consists of stylized realism that opens the mind to the imagination. Her imagery has been popular in the evidence-based Healing Arts Movement and can be found in medical facilities, hotels and businesses nationwide.

Exhibit: June 30 through August 30, Tuesdays to Sundays from noon to 4 pm.
Artist Reception: Sunday, July 5th from 4:30 to 6 pm.

Gather your friends and head over to Hubba Wines in Tin City for live music every Friday evening from May 1 to August 28th. Raise a glass to the setting sun while swaying to the tunes of talented local bands. We’ll have wine and food available for purchase.

Doors open at 5:00 pm. Music starts at 6:00 pm. All ages welcome. $5.00 donation per person at the door.

Step into lavender season with a relaxed, one-hour walk through the fields, led by farmer Milton Hambly. Learn how lavender is grown, harvested, and distilled, meet the animals, and harvest your own bouquet along the way.

Includes:
—One-hour guided walk with the farmer
—Insight into lavender varieties and growing practices
—Hand-harvested lavender bouquet
—Time in the fields and picnic areas

Reservations required; space is limited

Come celebrate 20 years of the Coastal Discovery Center, a collaboration between NOAA's Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and California State Parks.

Join sanctuary staff, local agencies and community partners for "Get Into Your Sanctuary" day and enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities including recreational fishing on San Simeon Pier with Cambria Fishing Club, experience a virtual 360-degree dive of Monterey Bay, create ocean-themed arts and crafts and explore exhibitor booths to learn more about conservation efforts and opportunities to make a difference.

For $70, guests can purchase a Family BBQ Pack featuring whole tri-tip, beans, salad, and garlic bread, serving 4–6 people. Meals are available by pre-order and will be distributed via convenient drive-thru pickup.

Proceeds benefit the San Luis Obispo High School Tiger Cheer program, helping fund athlete scholarships, camps, uniforms, equipment, and competition opportunities throughout the year.