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Tsunami 2011, event photos

Written on 11 Mar, 2011 in Daily Briefs, Eye on the Coast, Featured | No comments

In Shell Beach, the water receded dramatically on Friday morning revealing more coastline than seen at the lowest tide. When tsunami waves hit shallower coastal waters, wave height dramatically increases. Along the Central Coast, the topography of the ocean floor... (Continue reading)

World of Pinot Noir at the Cliffs, event photos

Written on 11 Mar, 2011 in Eye on the Coast, Featured | No comments

More than 50 pinot noir producers poured their wines at the World of Pinot Noir at the Cliff’s Resort in Pismo Beach. The World of Pinot Noir was a weekend celebration that culminated with inventive brunch selections paired with world-class... (Continue reading)

Big Brothers and Big Sisters Bowl for Kids, event photos

Written on 8 Mar, 2011 in Eye on the Coast, Featured | No comments

Gals stepped out in their favorite poodle skirts, bobby socks and saddle shoe while the guys donned leather jackets and wingtips to support Big Brothers and Big Sisters on March 5 and 6 at Cal Poly Mustang Lanes. Bowl for... (Continue reading)

Celebration of the Arts at the Atascadero Fine Arts Academy, event photos

Written on 28 Feb, 2011 in Eye on the Coast, Featured | One comment

Whether it was an actor from an upcoming production of Willy Wonka singing a solo or a group of youths dancing across the floor, the students of the Atascadero Fine Arts Academy entertained the attendees of the first annual Celebration... (Continue reading)

First annual San Luis Obispo Comedy Festival, event photos

Written on 27 Feb, 2011 in Eye on the Coast | No comments

San Luis Obispo residents gorged themselves on a four day comedy bender that featured performances by comedians from all over the World. Forty or so comedians with a wide array of comedic styles performed at local venues. CalCoastNews caught portions... (Continue reading)

Lily Tomlin after party sponsored by GALA, event photos

Written on 22 Feb, 2011 in Eye on the Coast, Featured | No comments

Following an incredible performance by Lily Tomlin at the Cal Poly’s Cohan Center, GALA held an after party, complete with a laser show and live music, at the San Luis Obispo Childrens’ Museum. If you would like to buy a... (Continue reading)

The Big Laugh in Atascadero, event photos

Written on 17 Feb, 2011 in Eye on the Coast, Featured | No comments

It was another night of outrageous comedy and unique audience participation at the Big Laugh Comedy show last Saturday night. The show’s producer and local comedian Lizette Mizelle brought a group of outrageous and fabulous comedians to Atascadero’s Lake Pavilion.... (Continue reading)

Night at the Mission, event photos

Written on 7 Feb, 2011 in Eye on the Coast | No comments

For one memorable night, Cal Poly’s chamber ensembles performed at the Old Mission Church to raise funds for the Jazz Band’s tour to Puerto Rico in June. Saturday’s performers included wind quintets: aurora winds and celestial winds; saxophone quartets; string... (Continue reading)

Butterflies at Pismo Beach Monarch Grove, photos

Written on 1 Feb, 2011 in Eye on the Coast, Featured | No comments

From late October through February, experience the wonder of the Monarch Butterfly migration to the groves of eucalyptus trees at Pismo Beach State Park. With an average count of 25,000 butterflies arriving a year, Pismo Beach is arguably the largest... (Continue reading)

Peking Acrobats at the Clark Center, event photos

Written on 22 Jan, 2011 in Eye on the Coast, Featured | No comments

On Friday night, the “Peking Acrobats” redefined entertainment as they displayed daring maneuvers atop a precarious pagoda of chairs, tumbled, contorted and flew through the air at the Clark Center in Arroyo Grande. Live musicians skillfully playing traditional Chinese instruments... (Continue reading)