I read today that Don Wallis, “The Puppet Man”of San Luis Obispo passed away. puppeteer whose mobile shows entertained SLO County kids and parents for three decades has died. I was fortunate to be among the crowd when Don performed one of his first shows at the Diablo Canyon Information Center parking lot.in February 1976. Since than Don Wallis, “The Puppet Man,” … [Read more...]
Veg Fest 2020 Unveils Variety of New Local Vegan Vendor Ventures
As plant-based living gains popularity in the global marketplace, the Central Coast Veg Fest is proving to be a breeding ground for new vegan products and businesses in SLO County. The annual event, to be held on Saturday, February 15th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. will feature brand new businesses, as well as several newer businesses that are growing each year. One favorite story … [Read more...]
City Farm SLO 3rd Annual Fall Harvest Festival
Celebrate the season with family and friends on Sunday, October 20 at City Farm SLO’s 3rd Annual Fall Harvest Festival at the Calle Joaquin Agricultural Reserve, 1221 Calle Joaquin, San Luis Obispo. From 1 to 5pm experience a fun, interactive afternoon between farmers and the public, especially children and see the results of the activity that has been taking place at the farm, … [Read more...]
Central Coast Tiny House and Net Zero Expo
Ecologistics will be presenting a Green New Deal Teach-In as part of SmartShare Housing Solutions’ Tiny Footprint on October 11-13 at the Madonna Meadow in San Luis Obispo. The event is expected to draw thousands of people from all over the state. There will be tours of tiny homes and free seminars all day with talks from builders, city planners, and sustainability experts. … [Read more...]
35th Annual Central Coast Renaissance Festival Returns to San Luis Obispo
The 35th Annual Central Coast Renaissance Festival returns to San Luis Obispo’s Laguna Lake Park on July 20 & 21. Festival guests will enjoy four stages of entertainment including authentic music, dance, plays, comedy skits, acrobatics, parades, a pirate bird act and free-flying falconry. Street performers are everywhere. Entertainment director Rick Smith of Cambria … [Read more...]
Best Conference in the West
Named the “Best Conference in the West” in 2019 by The Writer magazine, the 35th Annual Central Coast Writers Conference will take place September 26-28 at Cuesta College in San Luis Obispo. Attendees can expect insightful dialogue, networking, and unrivaled access to award-winning teaching staff, plus expanded class and workshop offerings for writers of all ages and … [Read more...]
Celebrate “Woodstock on the West Coast”
The San Luis Obispo Symphony, with special guests Jeans ‘n Classics, will be celebrating the 50th anniversary of Woodstock at the Avila Beach Golf Resort on Saturday, August 31. Tickets are now on sale and start at $25, with kids under 12 free. This family-friendly outdoor event marks the return of local favorite Pops-by-the-Sea concert series On Labor Day weekend, in … [Read more...]