Autumn
Your six-month guide to all things artsy in Northern Santa Barbara County
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SPECIAL AUTUMN EVENTS Santa Ynez Valley 23RD ANNUAL INTER-TRIBAL POW-WOW Native American dancing, singing, and drumming will be on display. Hosted by the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians. Oct. 6, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. and Oct. 7, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 805-688-7997. santaynezchumash. org. Live Oak Camp, Highway 154, Santa Barbara. FARM AND RANCH DINNER AT ALISAL HISTORIC ADOBE A farm-to-table feast, in partnership with Buttonwood Farm, where guests can take in valley views via hay wagon. The evening will commence with hors d’oeuvres and wine. Sept. 29, 3:30-7:30 p.m. $150. 805-686-7619. eventbrite.com. Alisal Guest Ranch and Resort, 1054 Alisal Rd., Solvang. SOLVANG STOMP HARVEST STREET FESTIVAL This inaugural event features a traditional grape stomp, wine, food, dancing, an I Love Lucy look-a-like contest, and more. Oct. 13, 2-5 p.m. solvangusa.com. Downtown Solvang, Mission Dr., Solvang. WINE COUNTRY WEEKEND: PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE In addition to tasting current wines, guests will be able to sample past vintages and future releases. Appetizers available on Sept. 29. Continuous shuttle service available. Sept. 28-30, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $65. 800-563-3183. santaynezwinecountry.com. Participating Wine Tasting Rooms, Santa Ynez Valley, Santa Ynez, Buellton, Los Olivos, Solvang.
Lompoc / Vand enberg CRAFT BAZAAR Features gifts and decor for various occasions including glass and wood art, jewelry, blankets, aprons, recycled items, and more. This event also features a tri-tip and hot dog lunch, beverages, and baked goods. Oct. 6, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Lompoc Elks, 905 E. Ocean Ave., Lompoc. HARVEST CELEBRATION Features live music, food, wine, and more. Oct. 12-14 Lompoc Wine Factory, 321 N. D St., Lompoc, 805-243-8398, lompocwinefactory.com. HARVEST IN THE GHETTO Features grape stomping, live music, tasting room specials, a scarecrow contest, and more. Oct. 6, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. and Oct. 7, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. explorelompoc.com. Lompoc Wine Ghetto, Chestnut Ave., Lompoc. VILLAGE DAYS Demonstrators help visitors learn a variety of skills including grinding acorns, basket weaving, building a tule house, and more. Nov. 3, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. explorelompoc.com. La Purisima Mission, 2295 Purisima Mission, Lompoc.
Santa Mar ia Valley / Los Alamos ANNUAL BATTY BALL Guests can enjoy pumpkin decorating, Halloween crafts, games, science experiments, a costume contest, and more. Oct. 28, 12-4 p.m. $6. 805-928-8414. smvdiscoverymuseum.org/. Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum, 705 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria. CELEBRATING AUTUMN The Santa Maria Valley Sr. Club presents this dance. Features live music from the Riptide Big Band with vocalist Bob Nations. Funded by Community Foundation of SLO County. Oct. 21, 1:30-4 p.m. Free. 775-813-5186. RiptideBB.com. Elwin Mussell Senior Center, 510 Park Ave., Santa Maria. FAMILY HALLOWEEN STORY TIME Guests can come to the library to enjoy Halloween stories, arts and crafts, and more. Oct. 24, 4-5 p.m. Free. 805-925-0994. engagedpatrons.org. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria. THE GREAT GATSBY GALA This fundraiser gala benefits the Santa Maria Philharmonic Society. Nov. 17 smphilharmonic.org. Radisson Hotel, 3455 Airpark Dr., Santa Maria. THE GUADALUPE MAKERS MARKET A one-day gathering showcasing local artisans, crafters, small businesses of Guadalupe. Features unique and handmade crafts, arts, home decor, clothing, culinary treats, and more. Oct. 20, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. pshhc.org/makersmarket. The Maple Cottage, 945 Guadalupe St., Guadalupe, 805-356-6356. INSIDE PCPA An intimate behind-the-scenes conversation with PCPA Resident Artists. Oct. 21, 4-6 p.m. $25-$50. 805-928-7731 x4101. pcpa.org/insidepcpa. PCPA The Pacific Conservatory Theatre, 800 S. College, Santa Maria. KNOLLWOOD ANNUAL CRAFT FAIR This annual fair features homemade crafts of all types. All items are available for purchase. Nov. 3, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. 805-7205998. Knollwood Village, 4012 S Bradley Rd., Orcutt.
San Luis Obispo
Going Retro PAST, PRESENT, FUTURE, A 30-YEAR RETROSPECTIVE EXHIBIT, is on display at the Elverhoj Museum of History and Art through Nov. 11. The museum hosts a poetry reading in conjunction with the show on Oct. 6 at 4 p.m. The Elverhoj is located at 1624 Elverhoy Way, Solvang. More info: (805) 686-1211.
34TH ANNUAL CENTRAL COAST WRITERS CONFERENCE Designed to help aspiring writers reach their goals. Features panels consisting of best-selling authors, editors, agents, screenwriters, poets, and publishers. Sept. 27, 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sept. 28, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sept. 29, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $250. 805-546-3132. centralcoastwritersconference.com. Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo. ANNUAL HALLOWEEN TRUNK OR TREAT Guests can enjoy food, Halloween candy, music, games, and more. A collection of vintage cars with decorated trunks will be displayed. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m. 805-543-3192. SLOnaz Church, 3396 Johnson Ave, San Luis Obispo. NEW TIMES MUSIC AWARDS 2018 The 10th annual New Times Music Awards is the Central Coast’s premier music competition. Also known as the NTMA’s, the annual music competition and event that is designed to showcase local music and songwriting talent that is exclusive to local musicians on the Central
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