On October 26, The Central Coast Autism Spectrum Center will hold its 5^th annual Zombie Invasion SLO 5K fun run for the whole family at Camp San Luis Obispo. Participants will run/walk through different terrains and obstacles courses, all while being chased around and avoiding their flags to be caught by zombies.

Participants will enjoy shaved ice, food, vendor booths, a bounce house, free entry to Gladiator Paintball Park, and a goodie bag with a t-shirt and small gift items. This event is possible with the help of a grant from the City of San Luis Obispo, as well as the great efforts of the California Philanthropy Group.

This year’s Zombie Invasion SLO is hoping to raise community awareness and over funds for The Central Coast Autism Spectrum Center, which runs primarily on fundraising efforts and donations, in order to provide support, workshops, and social events for individuals and families touched by the autism spectrum.

For more information, visit www.ZombieInvasionSLO.com or email [email protected]

The Central Coast Section of the California Chapter of the American Planning Association is hosting its 4th Citizen Planning Academy this fall in San Luis Obispo.

The Academy will begin on September 26, 2019 and occur over 8 sessions on Thursday evenings from September to November (excluding October 31).

The Academy will cover a range of planning topics to help citizens understand local planning, how it impacts our lives, and the land use and resource issues that face our communities today. Each session will be taught by experienced and knowledgeable planners, as well as speakers from the community who are experts in the issue covered in that particular session. $40 for all sessions due at first class. Applications due Sept. 20.

We’re creating an Active Transportation Plan and want to hear from you!

You’re invited to a series of public events to tell City staff what you want to see in the future of transportation!
– Barriers to bicycling and walking for transportation in the City
– Types of active transportation infrastructure and policies that could provide the greatest support to increase bicycling and walking in the City

Weekend Pop-up Events
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Saturday, 10/12 at Lucy’s Coffee Co.
Sunday, 10/13 at Lincoln Deli
Saturday, 10/19 at Nautical Bean, Los Osos Valley Road
Sunday, 10/20 at Vons

Open House Workshop
When: Thursday, October 24 from 4 to 7 p.m.
Where: City/County Library
What: People can walk through stations to learn about the plan and ask questions of staff

Opening on October 24, the Harold J Miossi Art Gallery presents the only retrospective of the work of nationally and internationally acclaimed artist, Mohamad Hafez.

About Mohamad Hafez: A Syrian artist and architect, Mohamad Hafez was born in Damascus, raised in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and educated in the Midwestern United States. Expressing the juxtaposition of East and West within him, Hafez’s art reflects the political turmoil in the Middle East through the compilation of found objects, paint and scrap metal. Using his architectural skills, Hafez creates surrealistic Middle Eastern streetscapes that are architectural in their appearance yet politically charged in their content.

The Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market is undoubtedly one of the most treasured events on the Central Coast and has a long history of bringing locals and visitors together to eat, shop, listen to music and connect with their community.

The Market takes place every Thursday evening from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (weather permitting and excluding major holidays) on Higuera Street between Nipomo and Osos streets.

California Health & Safety Code 114259.5 stipulates that live animals aren’t allowed in certified farmers markets (such as ours) and permitted food facilities, with the exception of service animals. Fraudulently misrepresenting service animals is a misdemeanor (California Penal Code 365.7 [a]). Please, leave your pets at home to keep our Market clean and safe for all guests.

Free bike valet service on Morro Street sponsored by San Luis Ranch and operated by Bike SLO County

The Downtown Trolley operates every Thursday night from 5 PM to 9 PM on a 15-20 minute loop.

Parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis along surrounding side streets as well as in Downtown parking garages.

For more information about Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market please contact our Market Manager at (805) 541-0286 ext. 2 or [email protected]