Oct 27 Tuesday
Art Center Morro Bay presents the “Love of Nature” exhibit, an experience of beauty, wonder, and diversity of the Central Coast through the unique perspectives of local artists. Discover familiar scenes of the ocean, bay, marshes, mountains, plants, and wildlife, along with imaginative and abstract interpretations that invite you to see nature in new ways.
September 17th to November 2nd, 12 to 4 pm. Reception: September 20th, 2 to 4 pm
This October, Cambria and San Simeon come alive with the Cambria Scarecrow Festival!
Explore more than 200 whimsical scarecrows throughout the villages. See beloved favorites return and discover imaginative new creations. Be sure to visit the Fantastical Cove Display, rock out at Crowchella Display, and check out the new PJs in the Patch Display.
It’s a month of creativity, imagination, photo ops and fun for the whole family. Visit CambriaScarecrows.com for details.
In the Pacific Views Talk for Fall 2026, Julia Morse (Political Science) examines how information disorder is changing conflict and cooperation alongside developments in AI, and recommends how policymakers might respond to such challenges.
Julia C. Morse is Associate Professor of Political Science at UCSB and the author of The Bankers' Blacklist (Cornell University Press, 2022). Her research examines international organizations, compliance, and the politics of information, including contestation and disinformation in the AI age.
Advance registration is recommended as space is limited.
CelloGayageum is a musical journey across continents, cultures, and centuries. Founded by Austrian cellist Sol Daniel Kim and Korean gayageum virtuoso Dayoung Yoon, CelloGayageum bridges the soulful depth of Western classical music with the mesmerizing elegance of Korean gug-ak (traditional music). Their collaboration celebrates the beauty of connections by creating a sound rooted in Korean folk melodies and infused with global sensibilities.
Oct 28 Wednesday
We are thrilled to invite you to our 5th Annual Center Stage for South SLO Club Kids, a Great American Melodrama Fundraiser & Celebration.
We’ve reserved the entire Great American Melodrama for one unforgettable evening - filled with laughter, community spirit, costumes, and giving back - all in support of the youth of South San Luis Obispo County.
For their first concert of the season, the Cuesta Wind Ensemble features the music of Eric Whitacre with his work "Sleep." You'll also enjoy music of Percy Grainger, John Barnes Chance, John Philip Sousa, and others, conducted by Jennifer Martin.
Tickets available online, or call the CPAC Box Office at (805) 546-3198.
Oct 29 Thursday