Spring Arts Annual 2016 by New Times Media Group, San Luis Obispo

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Artwork by Jenny Kendler. Featured at SLOMA April 1 through May 30 in the exhibit Bewilder |Be Wilder: The Artwork of Jenny Kendler. www.newtimesslo.com March 17 - March 24, 2016 • New Times • 29

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The work of artist and environmental activist Jenny Kendler will be featured at the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art in an exhibit titled Bewilder |Be Wilder: the Art of Jenny Kendler, April 1 through May 30, with an opening reception April 1 from 6 to 9 p.m. Included in the exhibit is Kendler’s ongoing One Hour of Birds project, which utilizes crowdsourced photos of birds taken by participants while looking through a camera for a period of one hour. Visit sloma.org for further information. —Trever Dias PHOTO COURTESY OF CAL POLY ARTS

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Comedian David Cross will help make SLO great again with a stop at the Fremont Theater on his Making America Great Again! tour, May 13 at 7 p.m. Tickets for the show are $35 to $45 and can be purchased at calpolyarts.org, Boo Boo Records in SLO, or by calling 756-4849. IMAGE COURTESY OF SLO LITTLE THEATRE

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A screenplay becomes the source of tension between two brothers in Sam Shepard’s classic play True West, on stage at the SLO Little Theatre, April 1 through 17. Show times are Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 7 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m. For tickets go to slolittletheatre.org. —T.D. www.newtimesslo.com • March 17 - March 24, 2016 • New Times • 31

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SPRING SPECIAL EVENTS MANO TINTA LABEL ART COMPETITION AT TALLEY VINEYARDS through March 31. Submissions must be accompanied by a completed entry form. The winner will be announced within the first week of April and will have their artwork showcased on the 2014 Mano Tinta label, website, and posters. Talley Vineyards, 3031 Lopez Dr., Arroyo Grande. More info: 489-0446, lindsey@ talleyvineyards.com, talleyvineyards.com. SLOMA SPRING BREAK ART CAMPS Budding artists can enjoy a week of creativity at SLOMA. Classes in the museum galleries taught by professional teaching artists. All materials provided. March 28 through April 1. Youth 5-12: 9am-noon; teens: 1-4pm San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. $165 members, $195 non-members. Registration includes all materials.. More info: 543-8562, info@sloma.org, sloma.org. COUNTYWIDE MOCK ROCK AND TALENT BLAST Lip-synch and talent competition for high school students in SLO county, April 29. 7pm Christopher Cohan Center, One Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $17. More info: 7564849, tickets.calpoly.edu. ART AFTER DARK PASO MAY 2016 Studios on the Park celebrates Art After Dark Paso, a fun tradition of art, wine, and live music-filled evenings at the start of every month! Enjoy premium wine tasting and live music. May 7. 6-9pm Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. $5 if wine tasting. More info: 238-9800, sasha@studiosonthepark.org, studiosonthepark.org. PASO ARTSFEST Featuring an Outdoor Fine Art Show & Sale, a Quick-Draw, the Kids Art Smart Zone, hands-on CREATEspace for adults, live music and performances, and a wine bar. May 28. 10am-4pm Paso Robles Downtown City Park, 12th and Park St., Paso Robles. Free. More info: 227-7236, shonna@prcity.com. MORRO BAY ART IN THE PARK Featuring over 120 artists, strolling musicians, and gourmet food, May 28 through 30. 10am-5pm .Morro Bay City Park, Morro Bay Boulevard and Harbor Drive, Morro Bay. More info: steve@ morrobayartinthepark.com. MORRO BAY ART IN THE PARK Featuring over 120 artists, strolling musicians, and gourmet food, July 2 through 4. 10am-5pm, Morro Bay City Park, Morro Bay Boulevard and Harbor Drive, Morro Bay. More info: steve@ morrobayartinthepark.com.

MORRO BAY ART IN THE PARK Featuring over 120 artists, strolling musicians, and gourmet food, Sept. 3 through 5. 10am-5pm Morro Bay City Park, Morro Bay Boulevard and Harbor Drive, Morro Bay. More info: steve@ morrobayartinthepark.com.

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VISUAL ART call for artists CALL FOR PHOTOGRAPHY JURIED SHOW ENTRIES Cayucos Land Conservancy announces the 2016 Juried Spring Photography Exhibition. Online images and applications accepted, through April 20. The show runs May 20 through July 5. Cayucos Visitors and History Museum, 41 So. Ocean Blvd., Cayucos, $35 to submit 3 images. More info: 995-1787, susan@ctcranch.com, youjudgeit.org/clcphoto. PHOTO GUILD MEETING March 22; April 12 and 26. The PRAA Photography Guild meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month. Learn, interact and share with a diverse community of photographers. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. Free to Members, $5 for non-members. More info: (650) 341-9388, ronjohnson@hotmail.com.

exhibits JEWELRY JUBILEE through March 31. Features handmade, original jewelry by 12 artists. For Valentine’s Day, there is a wide selection of heart themed pieces to delight! 11am-6pm Gallery at the Network, 778 Higuera St. Ste. B, San Luis Obispo. Free. More info: 788-0886, galleryatthenetwork@gmail.com, thegalleryatthenetwork.com. DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE: CAMILLE ROSE GARCIA’S ALICE IN WONDERLAND Camille Rose Garcia was born in 1970 in Los Angeles, the child of a Mexican activist filmmaker father and a muralist/painter mother. The show runs through March 25. Noon-4pm Harold J. Miossi Art Gallery, Cuesta College, Hwy 1, San Luis Obispo. Free. More info: 546-3936, sabrina_jenkins@cuesta.edu, cuesta.edu. BIRDS OF A FEATHER BRAIN Acrylic artist, Peg Cromsigt, will be exhibiting her venture into water color, through April 30. The exhibit will feature paintings of rare, exotic birds. Branch Street Deli, 203 East Branch St., Arroyo Grande. Free. More info: 481-6578, mrshughes@mrshughes.com. JUDY CHAPEL EXHIBIT On display through April 30. West End Espresso & Tea, 670 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo. Free. More info:

STAND-UP SHOWCASE The Best of San Francisco International Stand-up Comedy Competition, which features past winners including headliner Jimmy O. Yang, will be on stage at the Clark Center for the Performing Arts in Arroyo Grande, April 16 at 8 p.m. The tickets range from $30 to $42 and can be PHOTO COURTESY OF RYAN C. LOYD

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DOVISH DISPLAY A collection of paintings by Cal Poly Studio Art Professor Daniel Dove will be showcased in a solo presentation at Left Field Gallery in SLO, May 6 through 29. To find out more, check out leftfieldslo.com or call 542-9633. 543-4902, frstcls@aol.com. AQUARIUS 2016 Pacific regional watercolor exhibit presented in conjunction with the Central Coast Watercolor Society, through March 27. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. Free. More info: 543-8562, sloma.org. THE CAL POLY CONNECTION Creativity and artistic expression are critical to Cal Poly’s learn by doing legacy. The Cal Poly Connection highlights these values and celebrates 10 accomplished visual artists, featuring Cal Poly alumni, faculty, and students, through March 27. Noon-9pm. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. More info: 238-9800, sasha@studiosonthepark.org, studiosonthepark.org. AGES OF ART Presented by Paso Robles Art Association artist, featuring images from the many ages of art; pre-history through current times. Discover what inspires the artist. Included is a youth art display from local students. Show extends over the Easter Holiday, runs through April 3. Studios on the Park #7, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. Free. More info: 238-5473, Carlota@carlotasantacruz. com, pasoroblesartassociation.org. THE RHINOCEROS PROJECT through March 27. Large-scale installation project by artists from the Central Coast Sculptors Group. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. Free. More info: 5438562, sloma.org. THE SARI: TRADITION AND CHANGE through March 27. Featuring regional saris and handwoven artwork. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. Free. More info: 543-8562, sloma.org. INNERSCOPE A San Luis Obispo High School exhibition, through March 28. An exhibit of students’ artwork that explores the theme of identity. 6-8pm Art Central Gallery, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. Free. More info: 747-4200, artcentral93401@gmail.com. WATERCOLORS BY CAROLYN EDIS through March 30. Cambria Library, 1043 Main St., Cambria. More info: 927-4336, ocstaff@slolibrary.org. RETHINK, REPURPOSE, RECYCLE An exhibit showcasing creative repurposing of everyday objects into fresh and captivating artworks by featured artists Myrna Axt, Jeanette Goulart, and other Cayucos Art

Association members, through April 27. 1-4pm. Cayucos Memorial Lions Hall, 10 Cayucos Dr., Cayucos. Free. More info: 9952049, cfineart@pacbell.net, cayucosart.org. BEACON FINE ART EXHIBIT Featuring 74 artists working in various mediums including ceramics, fiber art, glass, mixed media, paint, sculpture, and wood, through April 4. Thurs.-Sun.:11am-4pm San Luis Obispo United Methodist Church, 1515 Fredricks St., San Luis Obispo. More info: 543-7580. MARIAN GALCZENSKI EXHIBIT Through April 30. Opening reception on April 1. Opening reception: 6-9pm Steynberg Gallery, 1531 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. More info: 547-0278, steynberggallery@gmail.com, steynberggallery.com. ART BECOMES YOU: SARI STYLE Get wrapped up in the saris of South Asia and enjoy an afternoon of regional cuisine, live music and entertainment, as well as an exhibition of regional saris and hand woven arts, March 20 3-5pm San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. $60 members, $80 general. More info: 543-8562, info@sloma.org, sloma.org. STITCHED TOGETHER Stitched Together is a fiber arts convergence of recycled, handmade, eco fashion from a ragtag group of stitching recyclers. All of the work is created using recycled and found materials: humble, contemporary redesign with earthy elegance. March 31 through April 24. Noon-9pm. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. More info: 238-9800, sasha@ studiosonthepark.org, studiosonthepark.org. BEWILDER | BE WILDER: THE ART OF JENNY KENDLER April 1 through May 30. Explores the relationship between human beings and the natural world. Includes One Hour of Birds, an ongoing crowd-sourced photo project where participants were asked to conribute photos of birds taken over the course of an hour. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. Free. More info: 543-8562, sloma.org. WOVEN BRONZE SCULPTURE An exhibit by Bay Area artist Virginia Harrison, April 1 through May 30. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. Free. More info: 543-8562, sloma.org. THE RED LINE April 1 through May 29. An exhibit by artist Doron Gazit, who

photographs red pneumatic tubes in places affected by climate change. Gazit will also install pneumatic tubes within and around the museum. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. Free. More info: 543-8562, sloma.org. ABANDONED IN AMERICA April 1 through May 1. An exhibit by Nyla James presented in conjunction with the Central Coast Photographic Society. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. Free. More info: 543-8562, sloma.org. FABULOUS FIBER April 1 through May 31. The Gallery at the Network is pleased to present works created from a variety of fibers including silk, handmade paper, velour, and linen. Artist reception is April 1, 6-9pm, during Art After Dark: SLO. Gallery at the Network, 778 Hguera St., Ste. B, San Luis Obispo. Free. More info: 788-0886, galleryatthenetwork@ gmail.com, thegalleryatthenetwork.com. ART AFTER DARK PASO APRIL 2016 Art After Dark Paso is a fun tradition of art, wine, and live music. April is the opening reception for The Cal Poly Connection in the Atrium Gallery. Enjoy premium wine tasting courtesy of Parish Family Vineyard and live music by Erin Inglish. April 2. 6-9pm, Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. $5 for wine tasting only. More info: 238-9800, sasha@ studiosonthepark.org, studios on the park.org. SLOMA ARTALK: JENNY KENDLER April 3. Join SLOMA for an ARTalk and exhibition tour with Chicago-based artist Jenny Kendler. Ms. Kendler is an interdisciplinary artist, environmental activist, and naturalist whose work evokes the art found in nature. 2pm San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. Free admission. More info: 543-8562, info@sloma.org, sloma.org. ART AT HIGH NOON Bring your lunch and enjoy a feast for the eyes with Art at High Noon, a new art appreciation program for working adults, April 7. Every month on the first Thursday. Noon-1pm San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. Free and open to the public. More info: 543-8562, info@sloma.org, sloma.org. ATTITUDE Open theme show, April 7 through May 1. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. More info: 238-9800, ART continued page 34

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studiosonthepark.org. AUTISM EXPRESSIONS, AROUND THE WORLD IN MANY WAYS Works by Jason Cantu, April 8 through June 8. Seven Sisters Gallery, 601 Embarcadero, Morro Bay. More info: 772-9955. ANNUAL JURIED STUDENT ART EXHIBITION April 15 through May 13. Opening reception April 15. Opening reception: 4-7pm Harold J. Miossi Art Gallery, Highway 1, Bldg. 7170, San Luis Obispo. More info: 5463936, bea_anderson@cuesta.edu. VINTAGE EUROPEAN POSTERS This exhibit features a wide selection of Vintage European Posters, April 28 through May 22. Noon-9pm Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. More info: 238-9800, sasha@ studiosonthepark.org, studiosonthepark.org. ABOVE THE GRADE May 5 through 29. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. More info: 238-9800, studiosonthepark.org. CENTRAL COAST WATERCOLOR SOCIETY MEMBERS SPRING SHOW: RISKY BUSINESS Features watermedia paintings using techniques and materials outside of members’ normal comfort zone to achieve something new and challenging. May 6 through June 26. Receptions on May 6 and June 3 from 6-9pm. Haven Realty Gallery, 1039 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo. More info: 439-0295. CAVERNS AND LIGHT The jewelry art of Rochelle Niemrow, May 13 through July 27. Seven Sisters Gallery, 601 Embarcadero, Morro Bay. More info: 772-9955. BRUSHSTROKES Featuring work chosen by juror Robert Burridge, May 19 through June 27. Sponsored by The Painters Group of San Luis Obispo. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay. More info: 528-0704, lilymar@ me.com, artcentermorrobay.com. SIGNATURE EXHIBITION May 26 through June 26. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. More info: 238-9800, sasha@ studiosonthepark.org, studiosonthepark.org. CARVED, COILED & THROWN CERAMICS June 1 through July 31. Unique, functional, imaginative, decorative works in clay. Opening reception is June 3 from 6-9pm, during Art After Dark: SLO. Gallery at the Network, 778 Higuera St. Ste. B., San Luis Obispo. Free. More info: 788-0886, galleryatthenetwork@ gmail.com, thegalleryatthenetwork.com. CALL OF THE WILD A large collection of oil paintings by Laurel Sherrie will be shown featuring rural, coastal, and wild areas of the Central Coast, June 2 through 26. 1-4pm, Cambria Center for the Arts, 1350 Main St., Cambria. Free. More info: 927-8190, laurelsherrie@laurelsherrie.com, cambriacenterforthearts.org/. IN THE GARDEN Garden themed show, June 2 through 26. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. More info: 238-9800, studiosonthepark.org. DREAMS OF THE DEEP Acrylic paintings and sculpture by Dawn Valli, June 10 through July 27. Seven Sisters Gallery, 601 Embarcadero, Morro Bay. More info: 772-9955. SUMMER BOOKS ARTS EXHIBITION June 20 through July 28. Opening reception July 1. Opening reception: 4-7pm, Harold J. Miossi Art Gallery, Room 7170, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo. More info: 546-3936, cuesta.edu. NOT THE SAME RIVER Feeaturing unique paintings of the California landscape by Central Coast artists Glynis Tinglof and Tom Peck. A fresh and contemporary look at landscape painting and the inspiring landscape of the Central Coast in particular. June 30 through July 31. Noon-9pm Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. More info: 238-9800, sasha@studiosonthepark.org, studiosonthepark.org. PARADISE FOUND June 30 through July 31. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. More info: 238-9800, studiosonthepark.org. BACK TO BACK ABSTRACTS III San Luis Obispo Artitsts Wade Smith and Jeanne Obermeier will show their latest work, July 1 through August 26. Opening reception is July 1, with wine and hors d’oeuvres. Opening reception: 6-10pm Bello Mundo Cafe, 980 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

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Free. More info: (612) 327-9662, wade@ wadesmithfineart.com. ANTIQUE BUTTONS: A JOURNEY INTO OUR PAST. July 8, 5-8pm. Seven Sisters Gallery, 601 Embarcadero, Morro Bay. More info: 772-9955. THE LANDSCAPE CONNECTION: LIVELY, LUMINOUS & LOCAL Featuring landscapes and seascapes by Julie Dunn, Rosanne Seitz, Laurel Sherrie, and Peggy Turk, Aug. 1 through Sept. 30. Artist reception is Aug. 5 from 6-9 pm. Gallery at the Network, 778 Higuera St. Ste. B., San Luis Obispo. Free. More info: 788-0886, galleryatthenetwork@ gmail.com, thegalleryatthenetwork.com. MILITARY ART COLLECTIONS Military Art Collections of the Estrella Warbird and Camp Roberts Museums, Aug. 4 through 28. Noon-9pm, Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. More info: 238-9800, sasha@ studiosonthepark.org, studiosonthepark.org. RELEVANT Aug. 4 through 28. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. More info: 238-9800, studiosonthepark.org. THE CENTRAL COAST WATERCOLORS OF KAREN NEPHEW Aug. 12 through Oct. 12. Seven Sisters Gallery, 601 Embarcadero, Morro Bay. More info: 772-9955. IMPRESSIONS OF CALIFORNIA Sept. 1 through 25. Magical impressionistic landscapes of artist Erin Hanson: delicate wildflowers, textured mountain ranges, dusky deserts, and wild sunsets come to life through her signature impasto style featuring bold, sweeping brushstrokes and vivid color. Noon-9pm, Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. More info: 238-9800, sasha@ studiosonthepark.org, studiosonthepark.org. NOT FORGOTTEN Sept. 1 through 25. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. More info: 238-9800, studiosonthepark.org.

STAGE auditions AUDITIONS: CENTRAL COAST SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL, April 9. Auditions for The Importance of Being Earnest and Romeo and Juliet, in repertory July 14 through Aug. 6. Prepare a 2 minute or less classical monologue. Email for more info and audition appointment. 1-5pm Ludwick Community Center, 864 Santa Rosa St., San Luis Obispo. More info: 4411136, info@centralcoastshakespeare.org, centralcoastshakespeare.org.

musicals A DOG’S LIFE Through April 24. This hilarious, warmhearted new musical chronicles the joys and challenges of dog ownership. When Joel adopts Jack at the shelter, he soon realizes that life will never be the same. The Great American Melodrama, 1863 Front St., Oceano. $19-$25. More info: 489-2499, americanmelodrama.com. SPIDER-MAN: A MUSICAL March 18 and 19. Presented by the Paso Robles Youth Arts Foundation; written by PRYAF’s Drama Department and Show Director/Drama Teacher, Kim Whitney-Sundberg. Expect surprises and heroism. Fri.: 6pm; Sat.: 1 and 4pm Paso Robles Youth Arts Foundation, 3201 Spring St., Paso Robles. $10. More info: 2385825, emilyjagger@pryaf.org, pryaf.org. THE MET LIVE IN HD: MADAMA BUTTERFLY April 2. A screening of Anthony Minghella’s production of Puccini’s Madama Butterfly from the Metropolitan Opera in New York. 9:55am, Christopher Cohan Center, One Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $12-$22. More info: 756-4849, calpolyarts.org. MET LIVE IN HD: ROBERTO DEVEREUX A screening of Donizetti’s Roboerto Devereux from the Metropolitan Opera in New York. 9:55am, Christopher Cohan Center, One Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $12-$22. More info: 756-4849, calpolyarts.org. MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL - THE SURVIVOR TOUR April 19. Musical parody about four women who meet at a lingerie sale and discuss issues revolving around menopause. 7:30pm Christopher Cohan Center, One Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $42-$72.

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TANGLED UP IN BRONZE Bay Area artist Virginia Harrison weaves metal into sculptures that express human emotion and musicality, which can be seen in a collection of her work titled Woven Bronze, on display at the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, April 1 through May 30. A reception will be held April 1 from 6 to 9 p.m. For further details visit sloma.org. More info: 756-6552, calpolyarts.org. ACROSS THE RIVER: THE ADVENTURES OF HUCKLEBERRY FINN April 28 through June 12. The Great American Melodrama, 1863 Front St., Oceano. More info: 489-2499, americanmelodrama.com. AN EVENING WITH OPERA SCENES May 3 and 7. 7:30pm Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, CA-1, San Luis Obispo. More info: 546-3198, cpactickets.cuesta.edu. THE MET LIVE IN HD: ELEKTRA A screening of Strauss’s Elektra from the Metroplolitan Opera in New York. 2pm Christopher Cohan Center, One Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $12$22. More info: 756-4849, calpolyarts.org. MAMMA MIA! Featuring the music of ABBA, June 2. 7:30pm Christopher Cohan Center, One Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $60-$90. More info: 756-6556, calpolyarts.org. BYE, BYE BIRDIE SLO Little Theatre presents the Tony Award winning musical satire of the 1950’s, June 3 through July 2. Thurs., Fri., and Sat. at 7pm; Sat. and Sun. 2pm SLO Little Theatre, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo. $15-$33. More info: 786-2440, boxoffice@ slolittletheatre.org, slolittletheatre.org. UNDER THE BOARDWALK June 16 through Sept. 17. A clam and gull fall in love in this wacky musical. The Great American Melodrama, 1863 Front St., Oceano. More info: 489-2499, americanmelodrama.com. A WITLESS ROGUE Duke Phillipo wishes to marry Laura, but Laura loves Paolo, find out what happens in this swashbuckling melodrama, July 14 through Sept. 18. The Great American Melodrama, 1863 Front St., Oceano. More info: 489-2499, americanmelodrama.com.

drama I AM MY OWN WIFE March 18 and 19. SLO Little Theatre’s Ubu’s Other Shoe Staged Reading series presents Doug Wright’s I Am My Own Wife, the one person show about a transvestite who survived the Nazi and Communist regimes in East Berlin. Fri. at 7pm and Sat. at 2 pm and 7pm SLO Little Theatre, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo. $12. More info: 786-2440, boxoffice@slolittletheatre.org, slolittletheatre.org. TRUE WEST SLO Little Theatre presents True West by Sam Shepard, a tale of two brothers, a movie script, and a meltdown of hilarious and terrifying proportions. April 1 through 17. Thurs., Fri., and Sat. at 7pm; Sat. and Sun.: 2pm SLO Little Theatre, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo. $15-$30. More info: 786-2440, boxoffice@slolittletheatre.org, slolittletheatre.org. IT’S MAGIC! All-star magic show with some of the world’s best magicians, April 1. 7pm Christopher Cohan Center, One Grand Ave.,

San Luis Obispo. $14-$48. More info: 7566552, calpolyarts.org. FRANK WARREN - POSTSECRET April 10. A mutlimedia production inspired by Warren’s PostSecret Project which collected post cards containing personal secrets sent anonymously from around the world. Ages 17 and up. 3pm Christopher Cohan Center, One Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $22.40-$38. More info: 7566552, calpolyarts.org. THE CRUCIBLE & LA FILLE MAL GARDEE THE DEFIANT DAUGHTER The Crucible is a bewitchingly creative production consisting of contemporary music and modern dance. As a second act, La Fille Mal Gardee - The Defiant Daughter is a passionate story featuring classical ballet and more. April 15 and 17. April 15: 7pm; April 17: 2pm Spanos Theatre, One Grande Ave., San Luis Obispo. $26-$38. More info: 756-4849, office@civicballetofslo. org, tickets.calpoly.edu. SHAKESPEARE IN THE RAW April 21, 22, 23, 24, 29, and 30, and May 1. Thurs.-Sat.: 7:30pm; Sun.: 2pm Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, CA-1, San Luis Obispo. More info: 546-3198, cpactickets.cuesta.edu. WIT April 29 through May 15. An English professor diagnosed with terminal cancer reapproaches her life with a transformative humor. 2 and 7pm SLO Little Theatre, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo. More info: 7862440, slolittletheatre.org. DEATH AND THE MAIDEN SLO Little Theatre’s Ubu’s Other Shoe Staged Reading series presents Ariel Dorfman’s Death and the Maiden, a drama that explores the after effects of psychological damage of in a country emerging from totalitarian dictatorship. May 20 and 21. Fri. at 7pm; Sat. at 2 pm and 7pm. SLO Little Theatre, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo. $12. More info: 786-2440, boxoffice@slolittletheatre.org, slolittletheatre.org. THE COLLECTION A play about Peggy Guggenheim. July 14 through 16. 7:30-9:30pm Steynberg Gallery, 1531 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. More info: 547-0278, steynberggallery@gmail.com, steynberggallery.com. READERS’ THEATRE: ORIGINAL PLAYS BY RAY DEROUIN June 4 and 5. Pewter Plough Playhouse, 828 Main St., Cambria. More info: 927-3877, boxoffice@pewterploughplayhouse. org, pewterploughplayhouse.org. THE DIXIE SWIM CLUB Aug. 12 through Sept. 11. Pewter Plough Playhouse, 828 Main St., Cambria. More info: 927-3877, boxoffice@pewterploughplayhouse.org, pewterploughplayhouse.org.

comedy THE DINNER PARTY Neil Simon’s hilarious

comedy of a group of people who are invited to an unorthodox dinner party which will change their lives. Directed by Viv Goff, through April 3. Fri. and Sat.:7:30pm; Sun.: 3pm Pewter Plough Playhouse, 828 Main St., Cambria. $17-$22; Opening Gala $30. More info: 9273877, boxoffice@pewterploughplayhouse.org, pewterploughplayhouse.org. LIVE STAND-UP COMEDY The second Friday of the month, April 8. Catch the best Central Coast comics and road veterans in an intimate setting. 7pm Socrates Coffee House, 5985 Traffic Way, Atascadero. Free; donations accepted. More info: 878-2038, salvadorespana@yahoo.com. OREOS AND PERCODAN April 8 through 16. Written and performed by stand-up comedian Becky Pedigo. Fri. and Sat.: 9:30pm; Sun.: 7pm SLO Little Theatre, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo. More info: 786-2440, slolittletheatre.org. BEST OF THE SAN FRANCISCO INTERNATIONAL STAND-UP COMEDY COMPETITION Showcasing comedic talents from across the country, April 16. 8pm Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande. $30-$42. More info: 4899444, clarkcenter.org. READERS’ THEATRE: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST April 16 and 17. Pewter Plough Playhouse, 828 Main St., Cambria. More info: 927-3877, boxoffice@pewterploughplayhouse.org, pewterploughplayhouse.org. MOON OVER BUFFALO April 29 through May 29. Pewter Plough Playhouse, 828 Main St., Cambria. More info: 927-3877, boxoffice@pewterploughplayhouse.org, pewterploughplayhouse.org. CHRIST PERONDI’S THE STUNT DOG EXPERIENCE Stunts, tricks, and comedic acts performd by a cast of canines, April 30. 4pm Christopher Cohan Center, One Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $19.20-$30. More info: 7566552, calpolyarts.org. DAVID CROSS - MAKING AMERICA GREAT AGAIN! March 11. Ages 17 and up. 7pm Fremont Theatre, 888 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo. $35-$45. More info: 756-4849, calpolyarts.org. BLACK COMEDY May 12 through 21. In an effort to make an impression on his fiancee’s father, a lovesick artist borrows art and antiques from a neighbor who’s away, and then the lights go out. 8pm Spanos Theatre, One Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $12-$20. More info: 756-4849, tickets.calpoly.edu. READERS’ THEATRE: STRANGE BEDFELLOWS July 30 and 31. Pewter Plough Playhouse, 828 Main St., Cambria. More info: 927-3877, STAGE continued page 36

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dance CORE DANCE RHYTHMS 2016 Fantastic opportunity to support your local dancers and enjoy a highly energetic and very professional show, March 19 and 20. Sat.: 7pm; Sun.: 2pm. Spanos Theatre, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $18 to $30. More info: 305-5587, zawalick@pobox.com, facebook.com/Rhythms2016/; 756-4849, tickets.calpoly.edu. ONCE UPON A ONE LAST TIME Dance performance featuring hip hop and contemporary styles, April 9. 7pm Spanos Theatre, One Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $14-$20. More info: 756-4849, tickets. calpoly.edu. MARK MORRIS DANCE GROUP Featuring routines choreographed to a diverse selection of live music, May 10. 7:30pm

show with special guest artist, 2-time grammy award winner, Louie Ortega. 8pm. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Aroyo Grande. $25-$40. More info: 489-9444, boxoffice@clarkcenter.org, clarkcenter.org/events. KAHULANUI IN CONCERT March 26. Grammy-nominated nine-piece band that blends traditional Hawaiian music with Big Band Swing. 8pm. Spanos Theatre, One Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $38.40-$48. More info: 756-6552, calpolyarts.org. SNOWAPPLE IN CONCERT March 31. 8-10pm Steynberg Gallery, 1531 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. $15. More info: 547-0278, steynberggallery@gmail.com, steynberggallery.com.

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VOCAL ARTS GOES TO THE MOVIES The Vocal Arts Ensemble, a 50 plus person adult choir in their 39th year, will put on a rollicking show full of famous movie theme songs, classic hits from the golden age of cinema, and fun songs from your favorite movies. March 31. 7pm. Trilogy Monarch Dunes, 1645 Trilogy Parkway, Nipomo. $20-$40. More info: 541-6797, sarah@ vocalarts.org, vocalarts.org. JAMESON SWANAGON AND THEO PADOUVAS LIVE Featuring songs on acoustic guitar and cornet, April 2. Steynberg Gallery, 1531 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. More info: 5470278, steynberggallery@gmail.com, steynberggallery.com. GLOBALFEST ON THE ROAD - CREOLE CARNIVAL April 8. Inspired by the prelent festival Carnival, The Creole Carnival Tour mixes African roots music with that of the Americas. 7pm Spanos Theatre, One Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $32-$40. More info: 756-6552, calpolyarts.org. CAFE MUSIQUE LIVE Album release concert for Ebb and Flow, April 9 and 10. 7:30-10pm. Steynberg Gallery, 1531 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. More info: steynberggallery@gmail.com, steynberggallery.com. CAL POLY ALL-STATE MUSIC FESTIVAL CONCERT Featuring California’s best high school musicians, April 17. 2:30pm Christopher Cohan Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $9-$14. More info: 756-4849, tickets.calpoly.edu. THE MOTOWN EXPERIENCE April 24. Featuring members/former members of the Temptations, The Capitols, and The Miracles. 7:30pm, Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande. $39-$50. More info: 4899444, clarkcenter.org. THAT’S THE KEY SPRING A CAPELLA CONCERTS The a cappella group includes 17 students from various majors who sing original arrangements of popular music. May 8 and 9. 8pm. Cal Poly Davidson Music Center Room 218, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $5 at the door. More info: 756-2406, music@calpoly.edu, music. calpoly.edu. ROCKIN’ AT THE BEACH May 14. Featuring Surfin’: The Beach Boys Tribute and The Surfaris. 8pm. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande. $39-$50. More info: 4899444, clarkcenter.org. JASON BONHAM’S LED ZEPPELIN EXPERIENCE May 14. 8pm. Vina Robles Amphitheatre, 3800 Mill Rd., Paso Robles. $35-$45. More info: 2863680, amphitheatre@vinarobles.com, vinaroblesamphitheatre.com. CAL POLY POLYRHYTHMICS PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE RECITAL May 17. 7:30pm, Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. More info: 756-2406, music.calpoly.edu. CELTIC WOMAN: THE DESTINY TOUR A new show and world tour from the Irish music group Celtic Woman, May 18. 7:30pm, Christopher Cohan Center, One Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $50-$90. More info: 756-6556, calpolyarts.org. RAMON AYALA IN CONCERT May 21. 8pm Vina Robles Amphitheatre, 3800 Mill Rd., Paso Robles. More info: 2863680, amphitheatre@vinarobles.com, vinaroblesamphitheatre.com. CAL POLY’S ALL THAT BRASS May 26. 7:30pm San Luis Obispo United Methodist Church, 1515 Fredericks St., San Luis Obispo. More info: music.calpoly.edu. RODRIGO Y GABRIELA Rodrigo y Gabriela debut on the Central Coast May 27, with their own unique blend of rock, jazz, heavy metal, and nuevo flamenco guitar. Tix on sale at all VALLITIX and Boo Boo Records in SLO. Produced by Cal Poly Arts. Gates open: 7pm Avila Beach Resort, 6464 Ana Bay Dr., Avila Beach. $40-$85. More info: 924-1142, bruce@otterproductionsinc.com, otterproductionsinc.com. CAL POLY RSVP XXI: EVANGELINE This marks the 21st season of this diverse transmedia series celebrating electroacoustic diversity and compositional risk. For the first time in its

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EARTHEN WEAR Studios on the Park’s Stitched Together exhibit features gowns fashioned from found objects and recycled materials, on view March 31 through April 24. An opening reception will be held April 2 from 6 to 9 p.m. Go to studiosonthepark.org for further details. production history, RSVP will raise a fulllength contemporary ballet. May 31 and June 1. 8pm. Pavilion, Performing Arts Center, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. $14. More info: 756-4849, tickets@calpoly. edu, tickets.calpoly.edu. CAL POLY STUDENT VOCAL RECITAL June 2. 7:30pm, Cal Poly Davidson Music Center Room 218, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. Free. More info: 756-2406, music@calpoly.edu. TAKE IT SLO SPRING CONCERTS This 15-member ensemble will perform new works and classics, June 5. 1 and 7pm, Cal Poly Davidson Music Center Room 218, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $7 general; $5 students. More info: 756-2406, music@calpoly.edu, music.calpoly.edu. CHICAGO IN CONCERT June 29. 8pm, Vina Robles Amphitheatre, 3800 Mill Rd., Paso Robles. $42-$92. More info: 2863680, amphitheatre@vinarobles.com, vinaroblesamphitheatre.com. STEVE MILLER BAND IN CONCERT with special guests, Peter Wolf & the Midnight Travelers, Aug. 14. 8pm, Vina Robles Amphitheatre, 3800 Mill Rd., Paso Robles. More info: 2863680, amphitheatre@vinarobles.com, vinaroblesamphitheatre.com. JACKSON BROWNE IN CONCERT Aug. 26. 7pm, Vina Robles Amphitheatre, 3800 Mill Rd., Paso Robles. More info: 286-3680, amphitheatre@vinarobles.com, vinaroblesamphitheatre.com.

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Bay Blvd., Morro Bay. More info: 7722037, yourvoice@esterobayradio.org, esterobayradio.org. THE SAN LUIS OBISPO WIND ORCHESTRA AND CUESTA WIND ENSEMBLE What could be more glorious than antiphonal brass from two wind ensembles playing Gabrieli’s “Canzon per Sonore #2?” Other works will include Melillo’s “In a Cause Called Glorious”, Adams’ “Short Ride on a Fast Machine”, and more. March 19. 7:30 pm, Cuesta Performing Arts Center, CA-1, San Luis Obispo. $10-20. More info: 546-3198, magnolia_stork@cuesta.edu. 4TH ANNUAL ROY MAIN BRASS FESTIVAL March 19. 9am-3pm, Cuesta College Cultural and Perfoming Arts Center, CA-1, San Luis Obispo. More info: 546-3198. 30TH ANNIVERSARY GALA CONCERT Join Opera San Luis Obispo for an exciting afternoon of unforgettable music from famous operas including Carmen, Die Fledermaus, La Traviata, Madama Butterfly, Rigoletto, The Barber of Seville, and many others. March 20. 2pm, Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $39-$75. More info: 541-5369, operaslo@ sbcglobal.net, operaslo.org. G. ROGER BAILEY CLASSICAL GUITAR SCHOLARSHIP CONCERT FEATURING: SAMUEL MCLAIN March 20. 2-4pm, Coalesce Bookstore, 845 Main St., Morro Bay. $20. More info: 772-2880, coalescebookstore@gmail.com. SAN LUIS CHAMBER ORCHESTRA March 20. 3pm, Untied Methodist Church, 275 N. Halcyon, Arroyo Grande. $10 donation at door. More info: 748-6087, bonnie@bonnierichan.com.

SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY BAND FESTIVAL March 22. 8am-4pm, Cuesta College Cultural and Perfoming Arts Center, CA-1, San Luis Obispo. Free. More info: 546-3198. CAL POLY OPEN HOUSE CONCERT An evening of live entertainment provided by the University Jazz Band, Symphony, and Wind Ensemble, April 15. 8pm, Christopher Cohan Center, One Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $9-$14. More info: 756-4849, tickets.calpoly.edu. GREGORY SMITH CLARINET MASTER CLASS April 28. Smith is the principal clarinetist from the Chicago Symphony. Cal Poly student clarinetists will perform and be critiqued. 11am, Davidson Music Center, Room 218, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. Free. More info: 756-2406, music.calpoly.edu. PAUL WOODRING FORBES PIPE ORGAN RECITAL Featuring works by Bach, Durufle, and more, May 1. 3pm, Christopher Cohan Center, One Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $24-$30. More info: 756-6552, calpolyarts.org. NORTH COUNTY CHORUS SPRING CONCERT 10th anniversary celebration, May 1. 3pm, Atascadero Lake Pavilion, 9315 Pismo Ave., Atascadero. More info: 546-3198, cpactickets.cuesta.edu. CLASSICS CONCERT V Featuring Mahler’s “Symphony No. 2”, Conductor Thomas Davies, May 7. Presented by San Luis Obispo Symphony. 8pm, Christopher Cohan Center, One Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $20-$80. More info: 756-4849, tickets.calpoly.edu. CUESTA WIND ENSEMBLE May 11. 7:30pm, Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, CA-1, San Luis Obispo. More info: 546-3198, cpactickets. cuesta.edu. BEETHOVEN PIANO SONATA CYCLE - CONCERT 1 Performed by Terrence Spiller, May 13. 7:30pm, Pavilion Theatre, One Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $9-$14. More info: 756-4849, tickets.calpoly.edu. CUESTA COLLEGE CHOIRS May 13. 7:30pm, Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, CA-1, San Luis Obispo. More info: 546-3198, cpactickets. cuesta.edu. TERRENCE SPILLER RECITAL BEETHOVEN PIANO SONATA CYCLE May 13. 8pm, Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $9-$14. More info: 756-4849, ticket.calpoly.edu. SAN LUIS OBISPO YOUTH SYMPHONY FINALE CONCERT Featuring all five of the SLO Youth Symphony enembles, May 15. 4pm, Christopher Cohan Center, One Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $15. More info: 756-4849, tickets.calpoly.edu. SAN LUIS OBISPO WIND ORCHESTRA May 15. 3pm, Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, CA-1, San Luis Obispo. More info: 546-3198, cpactickets. cuesta.edu. CHAMBER MUSIC May 18. 7:30pm, Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, CA-1, San Luis Obispo. More info: 546-3198, cpactickets.cuesta.edu. CAL POLY’S AN EVENING OF WOODWIND AND STRING CHAMBER MUSIC May 20. Featuring several ensembles performing traditional and contemporary music on woodwind and string instruments. 7:30pm, San Luis Obispo Methodist Church, 1515 Fredericks St., San Luis Obispo. More info: 756-2406, music.calpoly.edu. CUESTA MASTER CHORALE May 21. 7:30pm, Cal Poly Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. More info: 756-7555. CAL POLY STUDENT PIANO RECITAL May 24. 7:30pm, Davidson Music Center, Room 218, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. More info: 756-2406, music.calpoly.edu. CAL POLY STUDENT INSTRUMENTAL RECITAL May 26 and June 2. 11am, Davidson Music Center, Room 218, MUSIC continued page 40

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1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. More info: 7562406, music.calpoly.edu. CAL POLY ARAB MUSIC ENSEMBLE SPRING CONCERT Presented by the Cal Poly Music Department, May 28. 8pm, Spanos Theatre, One Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $9-$14. More info: 756-4849, tickets.calpoly.edu. CAL POLY EARLY MUSIC ENSEMBLE: CRAIG RUSSELL, A MUSICAL TRIBUTE! The concert is a celebration of music professor Craig Russell who is retiring in June. It will also feature music from the Americas he edited, including works by Antonio de Salazar, Manuel de Sumaya and Ignacio Jerusalem. May 30. 2pm, Performing Arts Center, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. $9-$14. More info: 7564849, tickets.calpoly.edu, tickets.calpoly.edu. CAL POLY CHOIRS AND SYMPHONY: SPRING CONCERT June 4. Featuring a new compostion by Cal Poly music professor Meredith Brammeier. 8pm, Christopher Cohan Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $9-$14. More info: 756-4849, tickets.calpoly.edu. CAL POLY WIND BANDS SPRING CONCERT A celebration of 20 years of performances at the PAC, 50 years of collaboration with band director Willam Johnson, and 100 years sinces the Cal Polt band program was founded. June 5. 3pm, Christopher Cohan Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $9-$14. More info: 756-4849, tickets.calpoly.edu. FESTIVAL MOZAIC NOTABLE ENCOUNTER DINNER: “TRANSFIGURED NIGHT” Enjoy a gourmet dinner, wine and sweeping vistas at the Falkenhagen’s beautiful Spanish-style home. Join violinist Kristin Lee for an exploration of “Transfigured Night,” Arnold Schoenberg’s masterpiece sextet for strings. July 13. 6pm Falkenhagen Residence, San Luis Obispo. $165-$175. More info: 781-3009, tickets@festivalmozaic.com, festivalmozaic.com. FESTIVAL MOZAIC FRINGE SERIES: INTERSECTION Join festival favorites John Novacek and Kristina Cooper, along with violinist Laura Frautschi, for soulful expression, instrumental virtuosity, and playful banter. This program features a blend of classical, jazz, new commissions, and original works. July 14. 7:30pm, Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, Highway 1 at Hollister Rd., San Luis Obispo. $35-$75. More info: 781-3009, tickets@festivalmozaic.com, festivalmozaic.com. FESTIVAL MOZAIC OPEN REHEARSAL Get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into what it takes to make truly great music. Hear and watch Scott Yoo and the other Festival artists as they prepare for their concerts. Featuring music by Bach, Handel, and Torelli. July 15. 10am-12:30pm, Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, Highway 1 at Hollister Rd., San Luis Obispo. Free. More info: 781-3009, tickets@festivalmozaic.com, festivalmozaic.com. FESTIVAL MOZAIC CHAMBER SERIES: LEGACY OF GENIUS This program explores innovation in chamber music, from Mozart’s final viola quintet to Schoenberg’s “Verklarte Nacht” sextet. Also featured are Britten’s “Phantasy Quartet” and Mahler’s “Piano Quartet,” the composer’s only instrumental chamber work. July 15. 7:30pm, Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, Highway 1 at Hollister Rd., San Luis Obispo. $35-$75. More info: 781-3009, tickets@ festivalmozaic.com, festivalmozaic.com. FESTIVAL MOZAIC ORCHESTRA: BAROQUE IN THE VINES Scott Yoo leads the Festival Orchestra in a program celebrating baroque masterpieces at the enchanting setting of Chapel Hill, which was built from historical artifacts from the William Randolph Hearst Collection. Grounds open for picnics at 6pm. July 16. 7:30pm, Chapel Hill, McMillan Canyon Rd. at Highway 46, Shandon. $45-$80. More info: 781-3009, tickets@festivalmozaic. com, festivalmozaic.com. FESTIVAL MOZAIC MASTER CLASS: PROJECT TRIO Project Trio is a passionate, high-energy chamber ensemble from Brooklyn comprised of flute, cello, and bass. Their

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class is for musicians of all instruments, ages, and levels and will focus on rhythm, improvisation, and general musicianship. July 17. 10:30am-noon, Avila Beach Community Center, 191 San Miguel St., Avila Beach. Free. More info: 781-3009, tickets@festivalmozaic. com, festivalmozaic.com. FESTIVAL MOZAIC FRINGE SERIES: PROJECT TRIO Project Trio is a passionate, high energy chamber ensemble comprised of three virtuosic composer/performers from Brooklyn, NY. Flutist Greg Patillo is best known for his viral “beatbox flute” videos, which have been viewed over 20 million times. July 17. 3pm, See Canyon Fruit Ranch, 2345 See Canyon Rd., Avila Beach. $35-$65. More info: 781-3009, tickets@festivalmozaic.com, festivalmozaic.com. FESTIVAL MOZAIC NOTABLE ENCOUNTER DINNER: DUELING VIOLINS Paso Robles’ newest luxury resort opens its doors to Festival Mozaic for an evening of fine dining, wines, and music. Join Scott Yoo and Kristin Lee for a behind-the-scenes peek into sergei Prokofiev’s lyrical and playful “Sonata for Two Violins.” July 17. 6pm, Allegretto Vineyard Resort, 2700 Buena Vista Dr., Paso Robles. $165-$175. More info: 781-3009, tickets@festivalmozaic.com, festivalmozaic.com. FESTIVAL MOZAIC CHAMBER SERIES: THE VIENNESE CONNECTION Vienna was the birthplace of classical music and training ground for each of the composers on this program: Hugo Wolf, Erich Wolfgang Korngold, and Ludwig Van Beethoven. July 18. 7:30pm, Congregation Beth David, 10180 Los Osos Valley Rd., San Luis Obispo. $35-$75. More info: 781-3009, tickets@festivalmozaic.com, festivalmozaic.com. FESTIVAL MOZAIC FRINGE SERIES: THE OTHER MOZART This one-woman theater piece explores the true and untold story of Nannerl Mozart, Wolfgang’s sister, with historic music and letters. The show features an original score for the instruments Nannerl knew intimately. July 19. 7:30pm, Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, Highway 1 at Hollister Rd., San Luis Obispo. $35-$75. More info: 781-3009, tickets@ festivalmozaic.com, festivalmozaic.com. FESTIVAL MOZAIC MIDDAY MINICONCERT No tickets required. Emily Daggett Smith, violin, will perform, with Noam Elkies on the piano: Mozart’s “Violin Sonata No. 21 in E minor, K. 304,” Lutoslawski’s “Recitative and Arioso,” and Debussy’s “Violin Sonata in g minor.” July 20. Noon. Trinity United Methodist Church, 490 Los Osos Valley Rd., Los Osos. Free. More info: 781-3009, tickets@ festivalmozaic.com, festivalmozaic.com. FESTIVAL MOZAIC OPEN REHEARSAL Get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into what it takes to make truly great music. Hear and watch Scott Yoo and the other Festival artists as they prepare for their concerts. This rehearsal will feature music by Mozart and Schubert. July 20. 3:30-5:30pm, Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, 751 Palm St., San Luis Obispo. Free. More info: 781-3009, tickets@festivalmozaic. com, festivalmozaic.com. FESTIVAL MOZAIC BENEFIT DINNER IN THE PLAZA Chef Greg Holt of Big Sky Cafe will create an elegant, al fresco menu for this preconcert fundraiser, using ingredients from local farms coupled with historic recipes and paired with award-winning wines from Claiborne and Churchill Vintners. July 20. 6pm, Mission Plaza, 989 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo. $100-$110. More info: 781-3009, tickets@festivalmozaic. com, festivalmozaic.com. FESTIVAL MOZAIC ORCHESTRA: MOZART IN THE MISSION Celebrate the music that has been the inspiration for the Festival since its beginnings in 1971. July 20. 8pm, Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, 751 Palm St., San Luis Obispo. $35-$80. More info: 781-3009, tickets@festivalmozaic.com, festivalmozaic.com. FESTIVAL MOZAIC PRE-CONCERT LECTURE Join Cal Poly musicologist Dr. Alyson McLamore as she leads this exciting and instructive lecture, complete with musical examples, on the evening concert’s program of Mozart and Schubert. July 20. 7pm, Mission

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in your life! This rehearsal will include Mahler’s Symphony No. 4. July 23. 10am-1pm Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. Free. More info: 781-3009, tickets@ festivalmozaic.com, festivalmozaic.com. FESTIVAL MOZAIC ORCHESTRA: MAHLER IN PERSPECTIVE At the turn of the 20th century, Gustav Mahler transformed a song “The Heavenly Life” into his fourth symphony. This tender work culminates in a fourth movement featuring a heavenly voice, that of boy soprano, Bobby Hill. July 23. 8pm, Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $35-$80. More info: 781-3009, tickets@festivalmozaic.com, festivalmozaic.com. FESTIVAL MOZAIC NOTABLE ENCOUNTER BRUNCH: WINDS IN THE VALLEY Join flutist Alice Dade and the festival winds in the Ritter family barn for a tour of Carl Nielsen’s seminal Woodwind Quintet, based on hymns. Then tour the Ritter’s beautiful garden and enjoy a festive brunch and mimosas at Wind Dance Farm. July 24. 10:30am. Home of Mike and Shirley Ritter, Address provided with ticket, Avila Beach. $100-$110. More info: 781-3009, tickets@ festivalmozaic.com, festivalmozaic.com. FESTIVAL MOZAIC CHAMBER SERIES: FESTIVAL FINALE Featuring Liszt: “La lugubre gondola No. 2, S. 200”; Mahler: “Songs of a Wayfarer” (transcribed for English horn); Nielsen: “Wind Quintet, op. 43”; Shostakovich: “String Quartet No. 7 in F# minor, op. 108”; and Brahms: “Piano Quartet in c minor, op. 60.” July 24. 3pm. Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, Highway 1 at Hollister Rd., San Luis Obispo. $35-$75. More info: 781-3009, tickets@festivalmozaic. com, festivalmozaic.com.

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A SINGULAR PERFORMANCE Festival Mozaic’s Fringe Series will feature a one-woman act based on Nannerl Mozart, sibling of Wolfgang, titled The Other Mozart, July 19 at 7:30 p.m., at Cuesta’s Cultural and Performing Arts Center. This multi-sensory piece features music on clavichords, bells, and music boxes and explores Mozart’s world of beauty and oppression. For tickets and a list of other Festival Mozaic events go to festivalmozaic.com. San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - Parish Hall, 751 Palm St., San Luis Obispo. Free. More info: 781-3009, tickets@festivalmozaic.com, festivalmozaic.com. FESTIVAL MOZAIC MASTER CLASS: KRISTINA COOPER, CELLO Come watch talented young students perform as they are instructed by festival artist Kristina Reiko Cooper, cello. Fun for musicians and nonmusicians alike! July 21. 10:30am-noon, Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center Experimental Theater, CA-1, San Luis Obispo. Free. More info: 781-3009, tickets@ festivalmozaic.com, festivalmozaic.com. FESTIVAL MOZAIC NOTABLE ENCOUNTER INSIGHT: ON STAGE WITH SCHUBERT Join the musicians on the stage to learn more about one of the most popular works in the chamber music repertoire. Bassist Susan Cahill will take the audience on a tour behind the score of Franz Schubert’s “Trout” quintet. July 21. 5pm, Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, Highway 1 at Hollister Road, San Luis Obispo. $30-$50. More info: 781-3009, tickets@festivalmozaic. com, festivalmozaic.com. FESTIVAL MOZAIC PICNIC DINNER IN THE COURTYARD Coming for the Notable Encounter “On Stage with Schubert” and staying for the concert? Join us for a quick and easy outdoor meal between events with a casual, laid-back picnic dinner featuring menu items from new local eatery, SLO Provisions. July 21. 6pm, Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, Highway 1 at Hollister

Road, San Luis Obispo. $35-$45. More info: 781-3009, tickets@festivalmozaic.com, festivalmozaic.com. FESTIVAL MOZAIC CHAMBER SERIES: SCOTT YOO AND FRIENDS Featuring music by Weber, Berg, and Schubert. July 21. 7:30pm, Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, Highway 1 at Hollister Road, San Luis Obispo. $35-$75. More info: 781-3009, tickets@festivalmozaic.com, festivalmozaic.com. FESTIVAL MOZAIC MIDDAY MINICONCERT Festival favorite John Novacek performs a casual piano recital, featuring these works: Beethoven: “Piano Sonata No. 31 in A-flat major, op. 110” and Ginastera: “Tres Danzas Argentinas, op. 2.” July 22. Noon. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2201 Lawton Ave., San Luis Obispo. Free. More info: 781-3009, tickets@festivalmozaic.com, festivalmozaic.com. FESTIVAL MOZAIC FRINGE SERIES: DUO BALDO This musical comedy team is violinist Brad Repp and pianist/actor Aldo Gentileschi. Their critically acclaimed performances combine virtuosic musicianship, theatrical humor, and pop culture. Table seating includes a glass of wine and a tapas sampler. July 22. 7:30pm, Pavilion on the Lake, 9315 Pismo Ave., Atascadero. $35-$75. More info: 781-3009, tickets@ festivalmozaic.com, festivalmozaic.com. FESTIVAL MOZAIC OPEN REHEARSAL Hear and watch Scott Yoo and the other festival artists as they prepare for their concerts. Be sure to bring the young musicians

HOT SWINGIN’ JAZZ Presented by the Basin Street Regulars Jazz Society, March 20. 11am-4:30pm. Arroyo Grande Hall, 707 Huasna Rd., Arroyo Grande. $5 for members; $10 for non-members. More info: 481-7840 , pismojazz2015@gmail, pismojazz.com. VOCAL JAZZ NIGHT FEATURING AUDIO RADIANCE with Cuesta Voce, March 20. 7-9:30pm. Steynberg Gallery, 1531 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. More info: 547-0278, steynberggallery@gmail.com, steynberggallery.com. THE CAMPBELL BROTHERS - JOHN COLTRANE’S A LOVE SUPREME April 16. Coltrane’s A Love Supreme album reimagined by the Campbell Brothers. 7pm. Spanos Theatre, One Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $27.20-$34. More info: 756-6552, calpolyarts.org. CUESTA JAZZ ENSEMBLES May 7. 7:30pm. Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, CA-1, San Luis Obispo. More info: 5463198, cpactickets.cuesta.edu. CAL POLY JAZZ NIGHT CONCERT May 14. 8pm Christopher Cohan Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $9-$14. More info: 756-4849, tickets.calpoly.edu. CUESTA COMBOS May 17. 7:30pm. Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, CA-1, San Luis Obispo. $5. More info: 5463198, cpactickets.cuesta.edu. CUESTA COLLEGE JAZZ ORCHESTRA May 21. 7:30pm. Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, CA-1, San Luis Obispo. More info: 546-3198, cpactickets.cuesta.edu. CAL POLY COLLEGIANS ALUMNI BIG BAND CONCERT Aug. 27. 7:30pm. Madonna Inn Ballroom, 100 Madonna Rd., San Luis Obispo. More info: 756-2406, music.calpoly.edu.

FILM & TV SLO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL Variety is the spice of life, and the SLOIFF is proud to embrace that philosophy in its programming. From cutting edge documentaries to tried and true cinema classics, the SLOIFF celebrates film on the ‘big screen’ by offering something for everyone. through March 20. Various SLO County Theaters, San Luis Obispo. More info: 543-2288, elissa@parkersanpei.com. EAST LA INTERCHANGE SCREENINGS AT THE SAN LUIS OBISPO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL East LA Interchange follows the evolution of working-class Boyle Heights and how one neighborhood managed to survive the construction of the largest and busiest FILM & TV continued page 42

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freeway interchange in the nation. March 17 at 7pm and March 20 at 1:15 and. Mission Cinemas, 1025 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. More info: 546-FILM, info@bluewatermedia. org, slofilmfest.org/2016-schedule/east-lainterchange/. RWANDA & JULIET DOCUMENTARY FILM SCREENING March 18. A feature-length documentary that follows ivy league professor Andrew Garrod to Kigali, Rwanda, where he mounts Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet with Rwandan college students from both Hutu and Tutsi backgrounds. 7pm. Downtown Centre Cinemas, 888 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo. $12. More info: 546-3456, sam@ breakwaterstudios.com. THE BRAINWASHING OF MY DAD - SLO FILM FESTIVAL March 19. Filmmaker Jen Senko seeks to discover why her WWII veteran father’s personality radically transformed from that of a non-political Kennedy Democrat to an angry right-wing fanatic after his discovery of talk radio and Fox News. 4:15 pm. Palm Theatre, 817 Palm St., San Luis Obispo. $12. More info: 546-FILM, info@slofilmfest.org, thebrainwashingofmydad.com. SLOMA FILM NIGHT: ART AND CRAFT Mark Landis has been called one of the most prolific art forgers in US history. Art and Craft starts out as a cat-and-mouse art caper, rooted in questions of authorship and authenticity in the art world. March 21. 7pm. Doors open at 6:30pm San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. Suggested donation of $5 members, $7 general. More info: 543-8562, info@sloma.org, sloma.org. SLOMA FILM NIGHT: RIVERS AND TIDES Andy Goldsworthy’s art is supposed to fall apart. He creates large-scale outdoor sculptures and artworks out of natural materials in an attempt to imbue the physical world with a spiritual, ephemeral element. April 18. 7pm. Doors open at 6:30pm San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. Suggested donation $5 for members, $7 general. More info: 543-8562, info@sloma.org, sloma.org.

WRITERS & LITERATURE PAWS TO READ Do you have children learning to read? We have a dog willing to listen! Berkeley is all ears. Come read to her on Wednesdays at the Los Osos library, through April 27. 3pm. Los Osos Library, 2075 Palisades Ave., Los Osos. , Free. More info: 528-1862, oystaff@slolibrary.org. LIVING WITH SPONTANEITY April 6 and 20. An ongoing gathering with poetperformance artist, Francesca Nemko, every first and third Wed. of the month. Nemko will guide attendees into more spontaneity in their lives, explore ways of being more open to experiences, to expect the unexpected, and to be able to improvise at a moment’s notice. 7pm. Unity SLO, 1130 Orcutt Rd., San Luis Obispo. More info: 786-4325, francescajazzpoet@sbcglobal.net. BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP March 17. All adults are invited to attend our reading and discussion group on the third Thursday of each month. Dubliners by James Joyce is the book choice for March. Sponsored by Friends of Los Osos Library. 6:30pm Los Osos Library, 2075 Palisades Ave., Los Osos. Free. More info: 5281862, oystaff@slolibrary.org. BOOK DISCUSSION: THE BARBARIAN NURSERIES A discussion of this year’s SLO Book of the Year, The Barbarian Nurseries. Discussions are March 18 at 10am, and March 22 at 5:30 pm. Times vary. Arroyo Grande Library, 800 West Branch, Arroyo Grande. Free. More info: 473-7165, rpierini@ slolibrary.org, slolibrary.org. BOOK SALE The Grover Beach Community

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Library has scheduled a giant book sale, March 19. Thousands of new found fiction, non-fiction, classics, research, table top, collectibles, and books that have been donated and since October 2015. 8am-3pm. Grover Beach Community Library, 240 N. 9th St., Grover Beach. More info: 489-7510, nansbooks@aol.com. GARDEN PARTY In celebration of the Santa Margarita Wildflower Festival, enjoy a storyteller and refreshments on the back lawn, March 19. Noon-2pm. Santa Margarita Library, 9630 Murphy, Santa Margarita. Free. More info: 461-6161, jlaurenzi@slolibrary.org, slolibrary.org. MEET THE AUTHOR AND BOOK SIGNING Wilshire Hospice Hope Chest hosts Dottie Thompson, author of No One Left to Ask, March 19. Ms. Thompson, a colorful storyteller, recounts her free-range lifestyle upbringing on a Midwestern farm during the depression. 11am-1pm. Wilshire Hospice Hope Chest, 445 Higuera, San Luis Obispo. More info: (818) 845-1290, sharon356@me.com. BOOKSIGNING: DEATH, DIVORCE, AND REAL ESTATE BY HELEN MANDLIN March 19. 2-4pm. Coalesce Bookstore, 845 Main St., Morro Bay. More info: 772-2880, coalescebookstore@gmail.com. CORNERS OF THE MOUTH Featured poets are Robert Krut and David Kann, with an open reading to follow, March 20. 7pm. Linnaea’s Cafe, 1110 Garden St., San Luis Obispo. Free. More info: 547-1318, kpsslopoet@charter.net, languageofthesoul.org. SPECIAL STORYTIME Library staff and volunteers will hold a special storytime. It’s before the Los Osos Kiwanis Easter Egg Hunt at Los Osos Community Park, across the street from the library, March 26. 10:30am. Los Osos Community Park, 2180 Palisades, Los Osos. Free. More info: 528-1862, oystaff@slolibrary.org. POETRY AT THE STEYNBERG Featured poets are Graham Smith, Amber Douglas, and Charles F. Thielman. Open reading to follow. April 3. 3pm. Steynberg Gallery, 1531 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. Free. More info: 547-1318, kpsslopoet@charter.net, languageofthesoul.org. DISCOVER YOUR WRITING POTENTIAL AND 75 USES FOR IT Easy flow-write techniques for writing dynamite novels, stories, poems, and memoirs, taught by writer France Leitch. Includes four free follow-up meetings. April 5. 6-9pm. Cuesta College Community Education, P.O. Box 8106, San Luis Obispo. $35. More info: 546-3132, francesleitch@aol.com. KELLY CARLIN READING Kelly Carlin, daughter of George Carlin, will share stories from her book A Carlin Home Companion: Groing Up with George, and sign copies, April 19. 6pm. Steynberg Gallery, 1531 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. $10. More info: 547-0278, carlininslo.eventbrite.com.

CLASSES & LESSONS KID’S POTTERY CLASSES Pottery classes in wheel throwing, slab building, and sculpting ages 6 and up. Tues and Thurs 3:30-5 or Saturday family time, through March 22. anam-cre pottery, 570 Higuera, San Luis Obispo. $25. More info: 896-6197, anamcre. ss@gmail.com, anamcre.com. IMPROV COMEDY CLASSES Through March 20. Improv comedy classes for the adventurous spirit. Try something new in a safe, fun class and surprise yourself. Instructor: Sabrina Pratt: performer & instructor at Second City Chicago. 4-6pm. Ignite Movement Studio, 698 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay. $120 (entire session- 4 classes). More info: 803-487-4401, sabrina.pratt@ gmail.com. ART CENTER ACTIVITY: BUTTERFLY FEEDERS Attract butterflies to your garden

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ART BY THE BAY Morro Bay City Park will host the 61st annual Morro Bay Art in the Park for a total of three weekends: May 28 through 30, July 2 through 4, and Sept. 3 through 5, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. More than 120 purveyors of arts and crafts will be on site, as well as strolling musicians and a variety of gourmet food. Email steve@morrobayartinthepark.com for more information. by hanging a feeder you make in our art center, then add nectar you make at home. Through March 20. 10am-5pm. San Luis Obispo Children’s Museum, 1010 Nipomo St., San Luis Obispo. Included in cost of admission. More info: 545-5874, info@slocm.org, slocm.org. PASTEL CLASS WITH CAROLYN BRAUN March 17, 24, 31 and April 7, 14, and 21. Noon-2pm. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. $30 per class. More info: studiosonthepark.org. HEALING POWER OF ART FOR ADULTS Anne Kellogg demonstrates how art therapy can be a powerful tool to help individuals suffering from conditions such as grief and ptsd. Call to sign-up (required) due to limited seating. Sponsored by Friends of Los Osos Library. March 18. 6:30pm. Los Osos Library, 2075 Palisades Ave, Los Osos. Free. More info: 528-1862, oystaff@slolibrary.org. CALIFORNIA STATE PARKS PRESENTS THE WESTERN MONARCH BUTTERFLY Each year monarch butterflies gather and spend the winter at the Pismo State Beach Monarch Butterfly Grove. Learn about their migration, life cycle (egg, larva, pupa, adult butterfly) and other fun butterfly facts. March 18. 2pm. San Luis Obispo Children’s Museum, 1010 Nipomo St., San Luis Obispo. Included in cost of admission. More info: 545-5874, info@ slocm.org, slocm.org. THE HEALING POWER OF ART FOR ADULTS Ann Kellogg will demonstrate how art can be a powerful tool to help end suffering from conditions such as PTSD. Signup required, call 528-1862. March 18. 6:30-7:30pm. Los Osos Library, 2075 Palisades Ave., Los Osos. Free. More info: 528-1862, jlaurenzi@slolibrary.org, slolibrary.org. PHOTOSHOP 101 WITH DEPRISE BRESCIA March 19. 10am-noon. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. $40; $25 for PRAA members. More info: (310) 621-7543, studiosonthepark.org. ECSTATIC DANCE SAN LUIS OBISPO A free form movement and dance practice. Move as you wish in a safe environment. Everybody welcomed. March 20. 10:45am-1pm. Vet’s Hall, 801 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. $10. More info: (352) 281-5887, womyn1013@

hotmail.com, edslo.org. ART CENTER ACTIVITY: BUTTERFLY MOBILES Make a standing mobile using a symmetrically painted butterfly, March 22 through 27. 10am-5pm. San Luis Obispo Children’s Museum, 1010 Nipomo St., San Luis Obispo. Included in cost of admission. More info: 545-5874, info@slocm.org, slocm.org. GETTING TO KNOW ACRYLICS WITH W.B. ECKERT March 23. 9am-4pm. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. More info: 238-2001, studiosonthepark.org. BEGINNING DRAWING: DRAWING DEPTH AND DISTANCE WITH W.B. ECKERT March 24. 6-9pm. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. $45. More info: 2382001, studiosonthepark.org. DIGITAL TRANSFORMATIONAL ENERGY ART CLASS WITH DEPRISE BRESCIA March 26. 10am-noon. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. $40; $25 for PRAA members. More info: (310) 621-7543, studiosonthepark.org. ACTING ABCS THEATER CAMP For grades k through 2, March 28 through April 1. 10-11am. Grange Hall, 2880 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. More info: kelrikproductions.org. BROADWAY SPRING BREAK CAMP For grades 3 through 9, March 28 through April 1. 10am-noon. Grange Hall, 2880 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. More info: kelrikproductions.org. CENTRAL COAST WATERCOLOR SOCIETY PROGRAM MEETING Golden Artist Colors’ Working Artist Christina Ramos will demonstrate their new line of modern watercolor paints, called Qor. March 29. 6:30pm: social time; 7pm: meeting/ demonstration San Luis Obispo United Methodist Church (Wesley Room), 1515 Fredericks St., San Luis Obispo. Free. More info: 439-0295, arttrekfineart@gmail.com, ccwsart.com. ART CENTER ACTIVITY: NATURAL BUTTERFLIES Create a butterfly using natural items like flower petals, sticks, and leaves, March 29 through April 3. 10am-5pm. San Luis Obispo Children’s Museum, 1010 Nipomo St., San Luis Obispo. Included with cost of admission. More info: 545-5874, info@slocm.org, slocm.org.

OIL PAINTING IN COLOR INTENSIVE Still Life and Plein Air Worshops with Elio Camacho, April 4 through 8. 9am-5pm. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. $275-$550. More info: studiosonthepark.org. KEN CHRISTENSEN OIL WORKSHOP April 5 through 8. 1-5pm. Various locations, Morro Bay/Los Osos. $390 or $100 per day with a two day minimum, $50 deposit required. More info: 528-1498. THE ART OF CALLIGRAPHY Master calligrapher Victoria Johnson will teach the art of personalizing wedding invitations, table settings, poems, place cards, menus etc. Learn the basics of calligraphy, copperplate, and Italic. April 16 and 17. Noon-3pm. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. Registration $120 for members, $140 general. Materials list available online. . More info: 543-8562, info@sloma.org, sloma.org. HIGH OCTANE: FUEL YOUR FIGURE WORK WITH BIG EMOTION A three day workshop with artist Joanne Beaule Ruggles, April 22 to 24. Hannon Art Barn, Arroyo Grande. $350. More info: 543-5968. WATERCOLOR WILD WORKSHOP WITH MIKE KOWALSKI May 21 and 22. 9am-4pm. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. $250. More info: studiosonthepark.org. CENTRAL COAST WATERCOLOR SOCIETY MONTHLY PROGRAM MEETING Peggy Turk will demonstrate her method, May 31. 6:30pm: social time; 7pm: meeting/demo San Luis Obispo United Methodist Church (Wesley Room), 1515 Fredericks St., San Luis Obispo. More info: 439-0295, arttrekfineart@gmail. com, ccwsart.com. URBAN NOCTURNE PLEIN AIR PAINTING WORKSHOP WITH THOMAS VAN STEIN June 17 through 19. Fri. and Sat.: 5pm-10pm; Sun.:11am-4pm. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. $275 plus $14 materials fee. More info: studiosonthepark.org. PAINTING IMPROVISATIONS: A VISUAL JAZZ EXPLORATION A three day studio workshop with artist Joanne Beaule Ruggles, July 8 to 10. Hannon Art Barn, Arroyo Grande. $350. More info: 543-5968. ∆

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