Daisy Hill Women’s Bible Study Fall Session starts on September 16 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., in the Daisy Hill Library at 1595 Los Osos Valley Road. There will be four meetings on the following Mondays: Sept. 16, Sept. 30, Oct. 14, and Oct. 28. We will have some fun with crossword and word search puzzles too as we study God’s Word. RSVP to: Mary Welsh at (626) 422-1431 or email welsma2020@earthlink.net.
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Campfire clubs are kicking off again and now is the time to become a member. This year, they have a lineup of fantastic events, including holiday parades, Camp Cielo, poinsettia sales, the Wiggle Waggle fundraiser, Hollyberry fundraiser, Thanksgiving service, hiking, camping trips, and so much more.
New registration times is the month of September for both youth and adults. Youth registration is $55 with a discounted rate of $45.00 for each additional child in your family. This fee includes insurance and membership. Adult registration is $45.00. Go to campfirecentralcoast.org, for more information.
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As a reminder artists are wanted for the SLO City Fall Box Art Program. The City is accepting submissions through Monday, September 23 at 5 p.m. PST to turn utility boxes into eye-catching canvases. The City is on the lookout for bold, fresh designs that will add creativity and visual appeal to the streets.
The selected artists will receive an $1,000 stipend for their box art renderings. Like the summer round, this round’s selected designs will be vinyl wrapped on to the utility boxes. Whether your medium is photography, sculpture, fabric arts, mixed media collage, or digital design, we want to see your creative vision brought to life.
With 74 utility boxes already adorned with original artwork by local artists, residents, students, and community members, the program continues to grow in popularity. This round, about 10 utility boxes will be refreshed with new art—10 boxes were revamped this summer, and the remaining 10 are slated for a makeover in November.
For more details on how to apply and to get answers to your questions, head to www.slocity.org/PublicArt.
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Michele Roest will offer a California Naturalist certification course, part of the UC Environmental Stewards program. To fulfill the 40 hours of education required for certification, the eight-week class meets for six hours every Friday from September 20 – November 8. Each week the class will cover a different subject and take field trips to local natural areas. The textbook, required, is “California Naturalist Handbook.”
The cost is $465 and is offered at San Luis Obispo Campus Room 4113 at Cuesta College.
For more information, contact instructor at michele.roest@gmail.com.
Michele Roest served as education and outreach specialist for Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. She currently teaches biodiversity and wildlife conservation classes at Cal Poly.
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The Morro Coast Audubon Society’s September Zoom Community Program, The Language of Birds, takes place Monday, September 16 7 p.m. The program is
presented by Nathan Pieplow, author of the “Peterson Field Guide to Bird Sounds.”
All around us, the birds are constantly telling us who they are and what they are doing. In this talk, Pieplow unlocks the secrets of their language. You’ll listen in on the pillow talk of a pair of red-winged blackbirds and learn the secret signals that cliff swallows use when they have found food. You’ll learn how one bird sound can have many meanings, and how one meaning can have many sounds and as well as how, sometimes, the meaning isn’t in the sounds at all.
All MCAS Zoom Community Programs are free and open to the public. All ages are welcome. No signup/registration required to attend. Readers can find the link on the event calendar at https://www.morrocoastaudubon.org.
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Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) will sponsor free virtual presentations for people interested in better understanding Medicare benefits on Wednesday, September 19 at 2 p.m.
HICAP offers free, unbiased Medicare information and counseling. HICAP does not sell, recommend, or endorse any specific insurance products. HICAP services are provided through the local Area Agency on Aging.
For more information on HICAP presentations contact HICAP at 1-805-928-5663 or 1-800-434-0222, hicap@centralcoastseniors.org or www.CentralCoastSeniors.org. Registration is required.
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The League of Women Voters of San Luis Obispo County (LWV SLOCO) will host a webinar at noon on September 16, featuring Jennifer LeSar, who will introduce the concept and practice of social housing as a model for permanent affordable housing at all income levels.
One of the most urgent social and economic needs of California is a bigger supply of housing that is affordable to households with low to moderate incomes. This universally recognized fact has led to a search for innovative approaches for building it. One promising model is social housing which creates multi-family mixed-income dwellings using financing options that can support the permanent provision of affordability.
The webinar will be held via Zoom teleconference at noon.
• The league will also hold an In-Person public forum titled
“How to Effectively Communicate Your Ideas and Be Heard at Public Meetings” on Wednesday, Sept. 18 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the San Luis Obispo Public Library Community Room.
Do you want to see change in your community? Do you want to have a voice in the decisions being made? Attending and speaking at local public meetings but maybe you’re concerned that you don’t know how to go about it.
Join the League’s Civil Discourse Committee for this in-person forum to learn how public meetings are run and how you can contribute and make your voice heard. Get tips
For more information on this public forum contact the League at civildiscourse@lwvslo.org or call and leave a voice mail message at 805-242-6990. For more information on the League of Women Voters of San Luis Obispo County or to register for this forum visit go to www.lwvslo.org. Both events are free.
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Upcoming events brought to you by the Los Osos Library, 2075 Palisades Ave., Los Osos, CA. (805) 528-1862.
• Hexbugs – Friday, September 13, 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Have some fun with electronics creating pathways and mazes for Hexbugs. School age.
• Nintendo – Friday, September 20, 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Bring your own switch or use one of ours, come play some fun Nintendo games with other kids. School age.
• Teen Advisory Board – Saturday, September 21, 3 – 4 p.m.
Calling all teens! Looking for volunteer or community service hours? Help Librarian Emily run the Teen Advisory Board. Help plan events, create content for social media, create contest ideas, recommend books, movies, and more. Participation can be listed on job, scholarship, and college applications. Snacks provided.
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The Harold J. Miossi Art Gallery at Cuesta College presents the show The Outsiders from the Other Side, a cross-border art exhibition showcasing the rich artistic landscape of Tijuana. The collection by nine extraordinary artists is on display through Oct. 11.
The Outsiders from the Other Side explores the intricate relationship between the United States and Tijuana – a culturally linked connection yet divided by the border. Through their diverse and impactful collection, the nine artists featured in this exhibition invite us to consider the border not just as a physical barrier, but as a symbolic gateway into another dimension. Crossing the border, or ‘going to the other side,’ we enter a space where cultural experiences and identities are deeply connected and strikingly distinct.
The collection delves into the complex and multifaceted artistic landscape shaped by the artists’ unique cross-border experiences. By presenting a nuanced reflection on their dual heritage, the exhibition sheds light on the artists’ ability to challenge and redefine traditional concepts of national identity.
Featured artists include: Acamonchi, Alejandro Zacarias, Basura Innecesaria, Damariz Aispuro, Dada, Hermanos De La Torre, Mariel Miranda, Ris Byron and Toni Larios.
The Harold J. Miossi Art Gallery is in Room 7170 at the Cuesta College San Luis Obispo campus. Admission to the gallery is free. For hours and more go to cuesta.edu or call (805) 546-3202.
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Upcoming free youth programs in September at Morro Bay Library – 625 Harbor St, (805) 772-6394.
• Legos – Wednesday, September 18, 3:00-5:00
Come to the library and build amazing creations with Legos!
• Nintendo Switch – Wednesday, September 25, 3:00-5:00
Master your gaming skills and make new friends with our Nintendo Switch! We will provide one Switch for up to 4 players at a time – feel free to bring your own too. Games include Mario Kart, Just Dance and Super Smash Bros.
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Mujeres de Acción will hold its flagship Hispanic Heritage Celebrationon Sunday, September 15, as the Paso Robles Downtown Park. Formerly known as the Mexican Independence Day Celebration, this year’s event not only marks the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month but also broadens its embrace to celebrate all Hispanic countries in South and Central America. Attendees can look forward to an array of food vendors, community resources, and live entertainment.
Adding to the excitement, Mujeres de Acción will introduce the inaugural Hispanic of the Year Award. This new accolade aims to recognize Hispanic residents of San Luis Obispo County who significantly contribute to making the community a better place.
The winner of the Hispanic of the Year Award will be announced the week before the festival. As always, music will be a central feature, with Alma de Jalisco Mariachi providing lively performances to keep everyone dancing.
The first 100 attendees to sign up on the Eventbrite page linked above will receive a surprise goody bag. Sponsorship opportunities are also available for those interested in participating in this celebration.
For more information on the Hispanic Heritage Day Celebration and Mujeres de Acción’s other events, visit their Facebook page at facebook.com/805mujeresdeaccion. If interested in sponsorships, email info@mujeresdeaccion.org.
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On September 22 at noon in downtown Baywood, radio station The Rock 97.3 will hold a Benefit Concert and Classic Car Meetup. The event is free and offers a concert, silent auction, and giveaways as well as a car show benefiting Positive Ride. Nardones Pizza sponsors the event that features the musical lineup of Tony Street, James Rivers, and the Kerosene Kings.
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Join us at the Cayucos Library, located at 310 B St., for the following free events. The library is open Tuesdays to Saturdays through the end of December. Contact us at (805) 995-3312 or visit www.slolibrary.org for more information.
• Fall Wreath Decorating: Saturday, September 21 from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Adorn beautiful wooden wreaths to create a custom design using both artificial and real foliage. Registration required.
• Chair Yoga: Tuesdays at 11 a.m. A gentle mindful mobility practice for all skill levels. No class on September 17th.
• Toddler Storytime: Every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays!
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