Community Calendar

The Atascadero Community Band, an all-age, all-volunteer nonprofit concert band, performs a one-hour concert every Tuesday evening all summer, starting Tuesday, June 9 and ending Tuesday, August 18.

Each week a different guest conductor from the Central Coast leads the band through all genres of musi: jazz, big band, funk, pop, classical, marches, you name it!

Bring your lawn chair and snacks and join the Central Coast community, supporting local musicians and community music.

The Kiwanis will be providing a BBQ before the concert, starting at 5:00 p.m. on June 9 and 23, for $25.

Join us on July 8, 15, 22 and 29 at Atascadero High School for an exciting day of races, relays, and field events designed for athletes of all skill levels. This event is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your talents, enjoy friendly competition, and support a worthy cause. With every stride and jump, participants will be helping to fund vital programs for underprivileged youth in our community.

Step inside history and discover what’s next. Visit the historic Rosa Butron de Canet adobe at 466 Dana Street to explore the past, present, and future of the Waterman Village inclusive community site.

Come curious, bring a friend, and dress for the weather as you experience this special place and its evolving story.

Tours take place on the fourth Saturday of each month from 10 am to noon.

The Atascadero Community Band, an all-age, all-volunteer nonprofit concert band, performs a one-hour concert every Tuesday evening all summer, starting Tuesday, June 9 and ending Tuesday, August 18.

Each week a different guest conductor from the Central Coast leads the band through all genres of musi: jazz, big band, funk, pop, classical, marches, you name it!

Bring your lawn chair and snacks and join the Central Coast community, supporting local musicians and community music.

The Kiwanis will be providing a BBQ before the concert, starting at 5:00 p.m. on June 9 and 23, for $25.

Annual appeal campaigns are more than simply sending a fundraising letter and hoping for results. In this session, Rob Grayson, Creative Director at Boone Graphics, will guide attendees through the process of planning and executing a direct mail piece as part of a comprehensive year-end fundraising strategy.

Topics include:
—Creating a plan and setting goals for a successful year-end fundraising campaign
—Segmenting donor lists and organizing targeted donor outreach
—Crafting direct mail appeals and engagement pieces with strong messaging and imagery that connect with donors at different giving levels
—Managing campaign production, including working with printers and mail house.

Join us on July 8, 15, 22 and 29 at Atascadero High School for an exciting day of races, relays, and field events designed for athletes of all skill levels. This event is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your talents, enjoy friendly competition, and support a worthy cause. With every stride and jump, participants will be helping to fund vital programs for underprivileged youth in our community.

UC Master Gardener Program of San Luis Obispo County extends an invitation to the public to visit our SLO demonstration garden. Bring your lunch, tour the garden, ask questions, or just sit and enjoy the sights & sounds of the Garden of the Seven Sisters.

Held the first Wednesday of each month from April through September, this informal drop-in event is an opportunity to ask the Master Gardeners questions.

Join Improv for Good at the Improv Playground! Quick games, silly scenarios, & genuine connection.
Improv games are simple, fun activities that get you out of your head and into the moment — no scripts, no performance, no wrong answers. Just play, and laughter that brings people together.

Get ready to rev your engines for a cause!

Join us outside the Mission Hope Cancer Center for a dazzling display of classic cars, custom builds, and unique vehicles. This isn't just a car show; it's a powerful way to come together as a community.

Every dollar raised directly supports local cancer patients and their families, offering crucial assistance and vital resources during challenging times.

For more details as they emerge, visit Day of Hope 2026 or
contact us at (805) 739-3595.

UC Master Gardener Program of San Luis Obispo County extends an invitation to the public to visit our SLO demonstration garden. Bring your lunch, tour the garden, ask questions, or just sit and enjoy the sights & sounds of the Garden of the Seven Sisters.

Held the first Wednesday of each month from April through September, this informal drop-in event is an opportunity to ask the Master Gardeners questions.