May 23 Thursday
Announcing the test screening of the locally filmed and produced movie “Hidden Creek.” This film tells the story of Jimmy, an elderly rancher who fears he might be losing his mind and suspects his son and daughter of furthering his dementia so they can sell the ranch out from under him. Filmed in our own San Luis Obispo County backyard on the lands of northern SLO County, written by local screenwriter, Steve Brody and produced by local graduates of Coast Union High School in Cambria, Julian Mercado and Darien Jewel, this movie will certainly tear at your heart strings.Hidden Creek presents a contemporary interpretation of the traditional rancher’s story. A tale that addresses themes of dementia, generational land preservation, grief associated with losing a loved one and their impact on small family dynamics.
A blistering satire that slices through the “story” of Thanksgiving. In this play by Larissa Fasthorse, good intentions collide with absurd assumptions in this wickedly funny satire, as a troupe of well-meaning, but hilariously misguided teaching artists scramble to create a school pageant that can somehow celebrate both Turkey Day and Native American Heritage Month.
Step into a world of glamour, romance, and toe-tapping tunes as AGHS Theatre Company proudly presents the timeless Broadway classic, Hello, Dolly! Set in the bustling streets of New York City at the turn of the 20th century, this beloved musical follows the effervescent matchmaker Dolly Levi on her hilarious and heartwarming quest for love and adventure. May 23 to May 25.
Two Cal Poly choirs — Cantabile and Chamber Choir — will present a concert titled “Sacred Sounds” in Mission San Luis Obispo. The Chamber Choir will perform the oldest piece on the concert, Guillaume Dufay’s “Nuper rosarum flores,” plus a rare performance of Tomás Luis de Victoria’s “Missa O quam gloriosum” in its entirety. Cantabile will sing several movements from Giovanni Battista Pergolesi’s celebrated “Stabat Mater,” featuring solos by Music Department voice instructor Kaitrin Cunningham, and students Melissa Scarpelli and Erika Foreman. Tickets are sold at the Cal Poly Ticket Office, ext. 6-4849. Call the Music Department with questions, 805-756-2406.
May 24 Friday
This May exhibit by Lori Slater features a selection from the last 20 years of 12 representational watercolors and acrylics. The subject matter includes some figures in natural and imaginative environments, with the seaside a recurring theme.
Embark on a journey where the worlds of poetry and visual arts intertwine at our latest exhibition, "Poetic Prints." In collaboration with the Central Coast Printmakers and local poets, this exhibition explores creativity across mediums. The exhibition can be seen on Sundays to Thursdays from 12 to 4 pm and Fridays to Saturdays from 12 to 9 pm.
It’s National Chip Your Pet Month and Woods is offering four FREE microchip clinics, thanks in part to 24PetWatch! These appointment-based clinics will be held on Thursdays May 9 and 23 at Woods SLO and on Fridays May 10 and 24 at Woods North County. Read more and make an appointment at https://woodshumanesociety.org/adoptions/microchip/.
Opening Friday, May 24 at Sensorio’s 5-Year Celebration Event, DIMENSIONS is a geometric masterpiece on a larger-than-life scale. Walk through and among towering fractal metal sculptures as color, light and music shift around you. The evening will also include live music, food and drink, and the rollout of a new performance stage area and other renovations.
May 25 Saturday
In 1989, a small group walking tour of the downtown area began being led by highly knowledgeable volunteer docents. These Saturday tours focused on architectural styles, significant and historic buildings, aesthetics, past and present building usage, and landscape history. To this day, tours are available every Saturday and Sunday at 10 am led by our dedicated and knowledgeable group of volunteer docents. Join us for a weekend tour or ask about how to become a tour docent yourself!Reservations are recommended as a courtesy to our docents. Reserve online at afsb.org.