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Mark calendar with events from Aug. 15 to 22

Friday

n Praise and Worship Under the Stars will occur from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at 750 Monarch Lane. Call Todd or Andrea at 931-0207 or Calvary Chapel of Nipomo at 929-2540.

n Friday Night Bingo will be held at the Central Coast Senior Center, 1580 Railroad St., Oceano. For time and other activity information, call 481-7886.

n The Single Seniors Club members meet monthly for social luncheons and dinners with an equal number of men and women. There are also subgroups of varied interests, including cards, travel and singing. For information and meeting times, call 544-4347 or 481-1793.

n A Senior Dance group for couples and singles meets weekly for dancing, exercise and socializing. For information and meeting times, call 489-5481 or e-mail dg17@juno.com.

n Peek at the Past Village Walking Tours will be led by Cynthia Snyder each day in the historic Village of Arroyo Grande. Three tours are available where participants will visit museums and historic points of interest. Each tour takes approximately one hour and is four blocks long. Parasols will be provided. Meet at Village Tours, 135 Bridge St., Suite, C.

Breakfast tour begins at 10 a.m. and includes fresh baked goods and coffee or tea for $25 per person. The basic tour begins at 1 p.m. for $20 per person. A wine and cheese tasting tour begins at 4 p.m. for $25 per person.

For information and reservations, call 489-6194 or visit www.peekatthepast.com.

n Friends of Hearts Castle is sponsoring informative lectures at a variety of local venues at Hearst Castle. Single tickets are $75.

For information and reservations, call 927-2138 or visit friendsofhearstcastle.org.

Saturday

n Nipomo Shepherd of Hope Episcopal Fellowship meets at 6 p.m. at 1267 Black Sage Circle. Call 343-1024.

n Central Coast Messianic Fellowship meets at 2 p.m. the first and third Saturday of the month at Bethel Baptist Church, 1935 Newport Ave., Grover Beach, and is open to everyone. For information, call 215-6636.

n Adopt A Pet (kittens and cats) will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. every Saturday at the PETCO store in the Madonna Plaza, 271 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo.

The event is sponsored by the Feline Network of the Central Coast, a humane organization dedicated to the spaying and neutering, care, rescue and adoption of kittens and cats.

Adoptions costs are $60 for one pet or $80 for two pets. The fee includes spay/neuter, shots, worming, testing and free veterinary check up.

For information, call 549-9228, Ext. 701 or visit www.felinenetwork.org.

n The Central Coast Science-UFO Symposium will be held today and Sunday at the Santa Maria Inn. Questions will addressed by Ph.D academic scientists and well-respected UFO researchers. A limited number of seats will be open to the general public.

For information, call 937-7189, or visit Centralcoastscience-ufo

symposium.com.

n “Harmonious Living,” a dialogue, will be held from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Nipomo.

A 30-minute silent meditation will be followed by a one-hour dialogue. Tea and refreshments will be served. The event is free. Donations will be accepted.

For information, location, directions and reservations, call 343-2582.

n Explore the Eagle Rock Trail on a guided hike from 10 to 11 a.m. at El Chorro Regional Park in San Luis Obispo.

For information, call 788-2386.

n A Nature Boat Cruise on Lopez Lake will be held from 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Cost is $7 per adult and $3.50 per child. Rain cancels the event.

For information, call 473-7182.

n “Shadows of the Deep: The Mysterious Waters of Lopez Lake Campfire Show will be held from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Nature Center in Marina.

For information, call 473-7182.

n A Kids Free Fishing Clinic will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Lopez Lake Nature Center near the Marina. Space is limited to 50 youths under 16 years of age. Attendees must sign up before 11 a.m. to participate. All equipment is provided.

For information, call 473-7182.

n Natural San Luis Docent-led Hike at Islay Hill will begin at 9 a.m. To reach the trailhead, take Broad St. south, make a left onto Tank Farm Road, a right onto Wavertree Street and a left onto Spanish Oaks Drive, then right onto Sweetbay Lane. Trailhead is at the end of Sweetbay Lane. Wear long pants and sturdy shoes. Water and snacks are

provided.

For information, call 781-7302 or visit www.ecoslo.org.

Sunday

Church services

n Family Church of God Worldwide hosts Sunday school at 9 a.m. at 250 S. Oakglen Ave. An evening service is held at 5:30 p.m. Call Pastor Phillip D. Reyes Sr. at 929-2586.

n Calvary Chapel of Nipomo meets at 9:30 a.m. at 110 N. Thompson Road, corner of Thompson and Tefft Street. Call 929-2540.

n Victory in Him Ministry has a Sunday service at 10 a.m. A Beginner Church program is available for children. Wednesday Bible study is at 7 p.m.

For information and meeting locations, call Pastor Ray Morawski at 689-5522.

n Harvest Church meets at 9 and 10:30 a.m. at 124 W. Branch St. in the Village of Arroyo Grande. Child care and Sunday school are provided. For information, call 489-2037 or visit www.harvestinthe village.com.

n Hope Christian Church meets for a very casual, cafe-style service at 9:30 a.m. in Olympic Hall at Nipomo High School, 525 N. Thompson Road. Nursery care and classes for children through sixth grade are offered.

For information, call Chris at 929-2978 or visit www.hopecc.info.

n Lighthouse Christian Center offers an anointed contemporary worship service and provides practical teaching and preaching for all ages starting at 10 a.m. Nursery is provided. Kidz World is for ages 3 through 12.

Wednesday family night is at 7 p.m. Set Apart Youth service is at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays. The church is at 726 W. Tefft St. Call 929-4475 or visit www.nipomolighthouse.com. Senior pastor is Mark Parke.

n The Worldwide Church of God meets at 10:30 a.m. in the Nipomo Senior Center, 200 E. Dana St. Everyone is welcome. Call Dave Davenport at 473-9612.

n Nipomo Presbyterian Church invites you to attend the worship service at 10:30 a.m. with the Rev. Eugenia Gamble preaching. Sunday school and a playground for children are offered. The church is on the hill where the Los Berros/Thompson exit meets Highway 101. Call 473-8059.

n First Baptist Church of Nipomo has Sunday worship service at 11 a.m. Sunday school is at 9:45 a.m. The evening service begins at 6.

Wednesday Prayer and Praise service is at 7 p.m. The church is at 112 Orchard Road. For information, call 929-4422.

n New Beginnings Community Church of the Nazarene will hold two services at 9 and 10:30 a.m. at Dana Elementary School, 920 W. Tefft St., with music that is uplifting and a message that is relevant to our lives today to help us through this life and living. Activities are provided for all ages. Child care is provided.

For information, call Pastor Mark Valadez at 929-6780, e-mail mark@nbccn.org or visit www.nbccn.org.

n St. John’s Lutheran Church invites you to worship Sunday at 8:30 and 10:40 a.m. Pastor Randy Ouimette’s message will be “How Wide is Your Circle?” Nursery care is available. St. John’s Lutheran Church ELCA is at 959 Valley Road, Arroyo Grande. For information, call 489-1259.

n Nipomo Community Baptist Church meets at 10 a.m. for Sunday school and at 11 a.m. for morning worship.

The church will be hosting a special “Christmas in August” event this Sunday to help promote awareness and support for foreign missions endeavors. During the morning worship service attention will be given to the Lord’s call for missionary service. There will also be a “Christmas” dinner at 4 p.m. with games and a white elephant gift exchange to round out the days activities.

The church is at 545 Orchard Road in the La Placita shopping center. For information, contact Pastor Bob Rush at 305-1465.

n The City Church has Sunday services at 9 and 10:30 a.m. and a Wednesday service at 7 p.m. Youth service is at 7 p.m. Thursday. Senior pastor is Fred Kropp.

The church is at 640 S. Frontage Road, Nipomo. For information, call 929-8990.

n Unity Church-Five Cities meets from 10 to 11:15 a.m. at 789 Valley Road, Arroyo Grande. Sunday school is available at the same time. This Sunday, the speaker will be Sattie Blanton with the message “Necessary Losses.” Music will be provided by Joelyn Lutz. For information, call 788-4777.

n Guadalupe Community Church Sunday school meets at 9:45 a.m., coffee fellowship is at 10:30 a.m., and morning worship is at 11 a.m. This Sunday, Pastor Jim Wickstrom’s message for the 11 a.m. service will be “Sir, We Would See Jesus” from John 12:20-33. Guadalupe Community Church is at 4635 Sixth St. Visit www.guadalupecommunitychurch.org.

Other Sunday events

n Nipomo Farmers Market will run from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at 671 W. Tefft St., across from the Nipomo Post Office.

n Dana Adobe will open from noon to 4 p.m. Aaron Regez will give tours on Sundays; call for Saturday tour information. The adobe is at 671 S. Oakglen Ave. Call 929-5679.

n Art in the Park at Dinosaur Caves in Shell Beach will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. the first Sunday of the month through Nov. 2. Over 90 artists will feature paintings, sculptures, ceramics, home decoration, jewelry, glass art, textiles and bath and beauty products.

The event will include gourmet coffee and pastries, Alex’s barbecue, live music, art demonstrations and children’s activities. Admission is free. Dogs are welcome.

n Friends of Lopez Lake Monthly Meeting and Shoreline Clean-up will be held from noon to 3 p.m. at Lopez Lake. For information, call 473-7182.

n A ranger-led hike at South Hills in San Luis Obispo will begin at 1 p.m. To reach the trailhead, take South Street east and turn right onto Exposition Drive. The road will turn into Woodbridge Street. Trailhead is on the right. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water.

For information, call 781-7302 or visit www.ecoslo.org.

Monday

n The Community Counseling Center is offering evening Anger Management Group sessions in downtown San Luis Obispo. Cost is $10 per session. To register, call 543-7969; no drop-ins.

n Central Coast Gymnastics at 21 Zaca Lane, Suite 100 in San Luis Obispo is holding Summer Super Camp through Aug. 22. The camp offers, full days, half days and single days for ages 4 to 12.

For class information and reservations, call 549-8408.

n The Nipomo Women’s Club will meet at noon in the Lighthouse Christian Center, 726 W. Tefft St., Brandy Swain of the San Luis Obispo Sheriff’s Department will speak on ways we can protect ourselves from the dangers of identity theft. A salad luncheon will be served. Guests are always welcome.

For information, call 929-3888.

n Olde Towne Nipomo Business and Property Owners Association will meet at noon at Las Cazuelas Restaurant, 131 W. Dana St. Call Howard Mainhart at 929-2258.

Tuesday

n The South County Senior Women’s Pool Players meet from 10 a.m. to noon the first, third and fourth Tuesdays of the month.

No experience is necessary. Instruction is available. Two hours of play is 50 cents. Call Maureen Coffey at 481-9758.

n The Nipomo Optimist Club will meet at 6 p.m. at Anna’s Creekside Cafe, 338 W. Tefft St. For information, call Pastor Bob at 305-1465.

n Movie Night at Lopez Lake will be held from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the Nature Center. The event is sponsored by Friends of Lopez Lake who will be selling hot and cold beverages and popcorn.

For information, call 473-7182.

n Nipomo Firefighters Association Auxiliary will meet at 6:30 p.m. at CDF/County Fire Department, Station 20 on Pioneer Avenue, off North Oakglen Avenue. Call Jeanne at 929-2992.

n Lucia Mar Unified School District Board general meeting will be held at 7 p.m. at the district’s board room, 602-G Orchard St., Arroyo Grande. Call 474-3000, Ext. 1080.

Wednesday

n The Rotary Club of Nipomo meets from 7 to 8:30 a.m. at the clubhouse/restaurant of Black Lake Golf Resort in Nipomo for breakfast and a program of interest. Guests are welcome and the meal cost is $9 per person.

n Children’s storytimes will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays in August at the Arroyo Grande Library, 800 W. Branch St. For information, call Rebecca at 473-7161.

n Santa Maria Coin Club will meet at 7 p.m. at The Oak Knolls Haven, 4845 S. Bradley Road. Call 937-3158.

n The California Grandmothers’ Club will meet for bunco at 1 p.m. at the Grandmothers’ Mobile Home Park Clubhouse, 1241 Farroll Ave., Arroyo Grande. Call 481-8585.

n Questers, Chapter 1351, whose members support restoration and preservation of historical landmarks, will meet at 10:30 a.m. in designated homes. For information, call 481-4296 or visit www.questers1944.org.

n Central Coast Geranium Society will meet at 7 p.m. at Black Lake Community Room, 498 Colonial Place, Nipomo. For information, call 937-9983.

n Native Plants and Their Many Uses Guided Nature Walk will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. at Lopez Lake. Meet at the registration office.

For information, call 473-7182.

n Nipomo Chamber of Commerce board meeting will be held at noon at Rabobank.

n Nipomo Senior Citizens general meeting will be held at 1 p.m. at the Senior Center, 200 E. Dana St. Call Betty at 929-1615.

n 5-Cities GREENDrinks will hold a social networking event from 6 to 10 p.m. at the SLO Down Pub, 1200 East Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande.

The event will include a panel discussion from 7 to 8 p.m. Most panelists, SLOGreenBuild members, will be led by moderator Ken Haggard, professor emeritus of architecture at Cal Poly and principle of The San Luis Sustainability Group-Architects.

Write-in ballot admission is $20 for singles and $30 for couples and includes the option to write in the name of a favored local nonprofit to receive $5 from their admission in the categories of art education, child services, environment, health services and social equity.

For information, call 815-8700

Thursday

n Grandparents as Parents Support Group will meet from 9 to 11 a.m. at 1086 Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande. The group is open to all grandparents raising their grandchildren. Call Laurie at 474-2037.

n The Dunes Center, 1055 Guadalupe St., Guadalupe, is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday through Sunday. Donation fee is $2 for adults. Children under 12 are admitted free.

All hikes and walks are free. There is a $5 parking fee at Oso Flaco Lake Natural Area. An all-terrain wheelchair is available for those with limited mobility. To reserve the wheelchair, call Carrie at 343-2455, Ext. 205.

n The Community Counseling Center is offering ongoing Depression Group sessions from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in downtown San Luis Obispo. Cost is $10 per session. To register, call 543-7969; no drop-ins.

n SCAC Recreation and Parks Committee will meet at 5:30 p.m. at the Nipomo Library.

Future

n Arroyo Grande Eagles from the Class of 1988 will celebrate their 20-year reunion the weekend of Sept. 6 at the Madonna Inn in San Luis Obispo.

A no-host cocktail reception will be held at 7 p.m. Saturday followed by dinner and dancing. A presentation with photographs and video clips will be delivered by the reunion committee.

A Friday night mixer and a Sunday barbecue are also planned.

Tickets can be purchased by calling 888-567-0541 or at www.reunionsmadesimple.com.

n The Arroyo Grande High School Class of 1978 30-Year Class Reunion will be held Sept. 26-28.

n Friday night meet in the Village of Arroyo Grande at the Harvest Festival for the fish fry. Wear blue and gold; there will be name tags provided.

Saturday will be A Night at the Beach at the Pismo State Beach Golf Course (in the tent), Le Sage Drive, Grover Beach. No-host cocktails, a catered dinner and dancing will be from 7 to 11 p.m. Sonny and the Music Machine will provide the music.

A family picnic will be held Sunday with the location to be announced at the reunion.

Cost is $80 per person and $160 per couple. Deadline to pay is Aug. 26. Send RSVP and check to Stacey Osborn Gregory, Class of 1978, 910 Tulare St., Pismo Beach CA 93449. Phone: 773-4998, e-mail sogbythec@charter.net.

For information or to send an invitation to a classmate, contact Della Dunham at 775-750-0182, e-mail ogramie@sbcglobal.net.