September  1 - 2

New Tour of Hearst Castle® Offered for a Limited Time - 100 Hearst Castle Rd.
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION New Tour of Hearst Castle® Offered for a Limited Time Areas Closed Off for Years May Be Seen on New “Designing the Dream” Tour From June First through Labor Day weekend 2013, Hearst Castle will be offering the public a new tour option that gives visitors the opportunity to see parts of the castle that have been closed off from view in recent years. “We are a mission driven organization that prides itself on providing high-quality interpretation to the public, said Nick Franco, Superintendent of the San Luis Obispo Coast District. “And the new Designing the Dream tour will provide a more robust interpretive experience with a fully guided 75 minute tour that showcases the extraordinary story of the design and nearly three-decade long evolution of this hilltop estate that is proudly preserved and interpreted by California State Parks.” The “Designing the Dream” tour will have a capacity of 15 people, and will feature live interpretation of the Neptune and Roman Pools; Guest house “Casa del Sol”; the North Wing of Casa Grande; and the Dressing Rooms at the indoor Roman Pool. At the conclusion of the tour visitors are able to stroll the gardens and terraces at their leisure and enjoy the views of the surrounding coast and mountains just as Mr. Hearst’s guests did during the Castle’s heyday. The cost of the new tour is $30 per adult and $15 per child 5-12 years old. Children under 5 are free. The large format film, “Building the Dream,” is included in the price and is shown at the Hearst Castle Visitor Center Theater with showtimes beginning at 8:15 daily. Reservations can be made through www.hearstcastle.com or by calling 1-800-444-4445. Phone:
Web site: www.hearstcastle.com

September  1 - 2

Pinedorado Grounds Activities - Pinedorado Grounds on Main Street Cambria
Three day event starting Aug. 31, 2013.Music, Concessions, Game Booths, Food Booths - Barbecue, Beer & Wine & lots lots more!
Web site: http://www.seecambria.com

September  1 - 30

Piedras Blancas Lighthouse Tour - 9:45
Tours are offered Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, excluding Federal holidays. Meet at he former Piedras Blancas Motel, located 1 1/1 miles north of light station at 9:45 a.m. Do not wait at the gate to the lighthouse. $10 for adults, $5 for ages 6-17, and free for children 5 and under.. Special arrangements must be made for groups of 10 or more - call 927-7361. Phone: 927-7361

September  14 - 15

Central Coast Woodcarvers Annual Show 2013 - Sat.10 am - 5 pm Sun. 10-4pm Cayucos Vets' Hall 10 Cayucos Dr.
30 Carvers from California showing and selling hand-crafted woodcarvings. Many styles represented. Tools, guides and supplies also for sale. Demonstrations daily. Carving contests. Raffle for many carvings. Adults $2 donation, children 12 and under, free.
Contact: Ed Zirbel Phone: 805-927-3951
Web site: http://www.ezandcz@sbcglobal.net

September  26 - 29

SAVOR THE CENTRAL COAST - Santa Margarita Ranch
Sunset SAVOR the Central Coast, a world-class food and wine event that caters to aficionados in search of the hottest culinary and wine trends across California and the entire West Coast! Help us celebrate the beauty and bounty of this coastal region in an incredible 4-day experience. The event showcases area winemakers, chefs, and artisanal food producers. Sunset Magazine's expert editors guide attendees through outdoor adventures and farm excursions. You can also join other guests at exclusive winemaker dinners and amazing culinary showcases by celebrity chefs. For more information please call 805-541-8000 or visit www.savorcentralcoast.com Phone: 805-541-8000
Web site: http://www.savorcentralcoast.com