CHILD’S PLAY

ARROYO GRANDE, June 14 and 15: Scooby-Doo, where are you? He and his pal Shaggy will be at Mustang Water Slides at Lopez Lake, noon to 4 p.m., to kick off the “open every day” summer schedule. Ride two giant 600-foot curving waterslides or plunge 38 feet down on the “Stampede!” giant half-pipe thrill ride. There are also wading pools, mini-slides and waterfall trees for for ages 9 and younger, plus four hot spas to relax and a snack bar. Info: 489-889 or www.mustangwaterslides.com.

ORCUTT, June 23 to 27: The sun will come out for a Pismo Beach Youth Theater weeklong summer camp, for ages 6 to 14, all about the musical “Annie.” Camp meets 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day at Your Orcutt Youth Organization, 725 E. Foster. A production of the musical will be performed on the final day of camp. Cost: $140. Info: 934-0477 or pismobeachyouththeater.com.

SANTA BARBARA, June 14: Art from Scrap Workshops for artists of all ages are held at the Community Environmental Council, 302 E. Cota St. Creat “Fabulous Flying Fish,” 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost: $6 per person. Children age 5 and younger must be under adult supervision. Info: 884-0459 or www.artfromscrap.org.

SANTA BARBARA, June 21: Art from Scrap Workshops for artists of all ages are held at the Community Environmental Council, 302 E. Cota St. Creat “Assemblage: Art From Your Favorite Junk!” with guest artist Jen Vanderpool, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost: $6 per person. Children age 5 and younger must be under adult supervision. Info: 884-0459 or www.artfromscrap.org.

SANTA MARIA, June 30 to Aug. 10: Good grief, Charlie Brown! It’s another Pismo Beach Youth Theater summer camp, for ages 5 to 12, all about the musical “Snoopy!” Ages 5 to 9 meet 9 to 10:30 a.m., and ages 9 to 12 meet 9 a.m. to noon, on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Temple Beth El, 1501 E. Alvin St. A production of the musical will be performed at the Pismo Beach Veteran's Center the weekend of Aug. 8. Cost: $125. Info: 934-0477 or pismobeachyouththeater.com.

EXTRA, EXTRA

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AVILA BEACH, to Nov. 28: “Art on the Beach at Avila” continues from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays in the Plaza near the Avila Pier, weather permitting. Central Coast artists from SLO county will be painting, drawing, displaying and selling their original works of art. Each week an artist will select a work to be raffled to benefit the El Camino Art Association’s Scholarship Fund for local high school students. Info: 773-2383.

SAN LUIS OBISPO, June 18: Meathead Movers hosts the second annual Girls’ Night Out from 5 to 8 p.m. at Mother’s Tavern, benefiting the local Court Appoint Special Advocates. Meatheads dressed in tuxedos will serve up food and fun for guests, all in support of assisting abused and neglected children in San Luis Obispo County. Reservations cost $50 per person for parties of four or more, and can be made by calling 544-6328.

SANTA BARBARA, June 19: “What Will They Create?” is the Assemblage Show 2008 Benefit and Auction, 5 to 9 p.m. at Art From Scrap Gallery, 302 E. Cota St. This years theme is “Fabric,” and proceeds benefit Art From Scrap and local artists. Info: 884-0459, Ext. 15, or www.artfromscrap.org.

SANTA MARIA, June 15: Dance the afternoon away to music by the Leo Juarez Combo from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Elwin Mussell Senior Center, 510 E. Park Ave. All ages welcome. Cost: $5, includes refreshments. Info: Info: Ardeth Cox at 925-3775.

IN CONCERT

SAN LUIS OBISPO, June 14 to 20: Linnaea’s Cafe,1110 Garden St., presents acoustic music shows at 8 p.m. (7 p.m. Sunday). Cristina Orbe performs on Friday, June 14. Lisa Sanders and Gregory Page entertain on Saturday. Catch Cuesta Jazz Band on Tuesday and Polaroid Truth on Wednesday. Old Time Jam hits the stage on Thursday and Almost Underground takes the mic on Friday, June 20. No cover charge. Info: 541-5888 or www.linnaeas.com.

SANTA MARIA, June 15: Support your local bands at MotionZ, second level of the Town Center Mall. Monster Eats the Pilot and PK will perform 5 to 7 p.m. Cover charge: $6. Info: 922-6922.

SANTA MARIA, June 20: It don’t mean a thing if it ain’t got that swing, and the Vintner’s Lounge at the Radisson Hotel, 3455 Skyway Drive (next to the Santa Maria Airport), has the “Swinging Forties.” Enjoy music of the era performed by the incomparable Miss Jane Russell with her crew, 6 to 9:30 p.m. Food and beverage is served and there is no cover or minimum. Who could ask for anything more? Info: 928-8000.

SOLVANG, June 19: Music on the Green returns to the Valley Plaza, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., with music by Bob and Wendy, with percussionist Tim Nova. An all-natural beef and chicken barbecue, with all the fixings, is offered for purchase by New Frontiers Natural Marketplace. Free. Info: 693-1746.

DANCE EVENTS

SANTA MARIA, June 30 to Aug. 1: An advanced 5-week summer intensive for ages 11 to 21, offering classes in ballet, pointe, jazz, ballroom, stage makeup and much more, is offered by Everybody Can Dance. Enrollment is now open and admission is by audition. Classes meet 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays at 800 S. Broadway. Info and to schedule an audition: 937-6753.

ON STAGE

LOS OLIVOS, June 20: Valley Community Theatre presents “The Belle of Amherst,” a one-woman show that reveals the life of American poet Emily Dickinson through her writings and poetry. The show is at 7:30 p.m. at The Grange Hall, 2374 Alamo Pintado. Tickets: $12. Info: 688-7423.

OCEANO, to Sept. 21: Summertime brings the Melodrama’s rotating repertory of classic melodrama to The Great American Melodrama, 1863 Pacific Blvd. (Highway 1), with loads of opportunities to boo the villain and cheer the hero with “Showdown at Slick Rock Ranch” and “A Witless Rogue.” Show times are at 7 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays, 4:30 and 8:30 p.m. Saturdays and 6 p.m. Sundays. Stay for the funny and tune-filled Vaudeville Revue and try the in-house pub grub and beverages. Tickets: $16 and $19, seniors, students and military $14 and $17, children 12 and younger $12 and $15. Info: 489-2499.

SAN LUIS OBISPO, to June 29: Strings attached! “Pinocchio,” the story of a mischievous puppet who wishes to become a real boy, is performed at Unity, 1490 Southwood Drive, at 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets: $16, children, 11 and younger, $12. Reservations are highly recommended. Info: 543-PLAY.

SANTA BARBARA, June 19: “The Trial of MataHari,” a riveting drama based upon newly-available documents altering all preconceptions about this notorious woman, is presented at 1 and 8 p.m. at the Victoria Hall Theater, 33 W. Victoria St. A lunch, at 12:15 p.m., is included in the matinee ticket price. Tickets: $25. Info: (800) 494-8497 or www.boxofficetickets.com/victoriahalltheater.

SANTA MARIA, June 13: Get lucky with Mission Improvable as they celebrate dads with a comedy performance at 7 p.m. in the Acoustic Lounge at the Santa Maria Town Center, second floor near Sears. Come participate in this family friendly show and treat dad to a special night out. Tickets at the door: $8. Info: 886-8355; for a discount coupon visit www.missionimprovable.org.

SANTA MARIA, June 14 to 28: PCPA presents he world premiere of “The Heart’s Desire” by Jose Cruz Gonzalez, about soldier’s return to California from the war with a new bride, dreams of a new life, and his struggle to reconnect with family and a changing world in his newly adopted country. Show times are 7 p.m. Thursdays to Saturdays; 2 p.m. weekends and Wednesdays in the the Marian Theatre, on the Hancock College campus. Tickets: $16.25 to $26.00, students and children $10.25 to $17.75. Info: 922-8313 or www.pcpa.org.

SHELL BEACH, to Aug. 31: Avast, me hearties! “The Pirates of Pirate’s Cove Murder Mystery” is a rollicking pirate adventure filled with booty and murder on the high seas. The murder mystery dinner theater is presented by Murder In Mind Productions, at 5 p.m. Sundays at The Spyglass Inn Restaurant, 2703 Spyglass Drive. Attire is casual, or dress as your favorite pirate and join in the fun as you help solve the mystery of who killed Captain Jack Peacock. Children younger than 7 may not attend. Reservations are a must. Tickets: $48.95, includes dinner, show, tax and wait staff gratuity. Info: 489-3875 or www.murderinmind.com.

SOLVANG, to July 27: Prepare ye! The Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts presents one of the most popular rock musicals of all time, “Godspell,” based loosely on the Gospels and parables of Jesus. PCPA’s production coincides with the 1970 musical’s first Broadway revival scheduled for this summer. It plays with a live band on stage at the outdoor Festival Theater, 420 2nd St., at 8 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays. Tickets: $19.75 to $30.50, students and children $15.25 to $19.25. Senior discounts available. Info: 922-8313 or www.solvangtheaterfest.org.

MAKE MUSIC

ARROYO GRANDE, June 18 to 20: The Gran Cortina Singers welcome anyone age 55 and older to join them. They practice 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday and Friday at Cortina D’Arroyo Grande, 241 N. Courtland. Info: 473-2770.

ORCUTT, June 16: The Coastal Voices is seeking singers of all vocal ranges. Rehearsals are 7 to 9 p.m. Mondays at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 3945 S. Bradley Road. Info: 934-2494.

ORCUTT, June 17: The Central City Chordsmen practice 7 to 9:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Lutheran Church of Our Savior, corner of Bradley and Patterson. Everyone is invited to come listen, and male singers to participate. Info: 934-0399.

SANTA MARIA, June 17: The Silvertones invite the community to join in their nostalgic sing-along of songs from 1890 to 1955. Get a blast from the past and share in the fun, 1 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Maria Del Sol, 1405 E. Main. Info: 937-7972.

SANTA MARIA, June 19: The Tri-City Sound Chorus of Sweet Adelines invites women of all ages to sing and perform with them. Practice is 6:45 to 9:30 p.m. Thursdays in Stahnke Hall at Lutheran Church of Our Savior, 4725 S. Bradley Road. Info: 736-7572.

SANTA YNEZ, June 19: The Valley Wind Ensemble invites newcomers who can read music and have their own instrument to join this community band of brass, woodwind and percussion players. Rehearsals are at 7 p.m. Thursdays in the Music Room of Santa Ynez High School. Info: 686-4489 or e-mail e.larrabee@verizon.net.

THE WRITE STUFF

GUADALUPE, June 14: A used book sale is sponsored by the Friends of the Guadalupe Library, 1 to 3 p.m., at the Guadalupe Library, 4719 W. Main St. Info: 343-0645.

GUADALUPE, June 19: The Friends of the Guadalupe Public Library meet at 1 p.m., at the library, 4719 W. Main St., Suite D. The public is welcome. Info: 714-5798.

HALCYON, June 21: Basil Jenkins presents a reading his poems at 3 p.m. in the

University Center Gallery, 3171 Temple St. Free. Info: 489-2822.

SAN LUIS OBISPO, June 15: “Corners of the Mouth,” a series of open and featured readings, is at 7 p.m. at Linnaea’s Cafe, 1110 Garden St. Info: 547-1318.

GET SOME CLASS

GROVER BEACH, June 16: Jason Sumabat, award-winning choreographer and director for the Central Coast Follies, offers intermediate and beginner tap dance classes at 1 p.m. Monday at 1030 Huston St. Cost: $45 per month (first class is free). Info: 489-9691.

SANTA BARBARA, June 14: Learn ballroom dancing at the Carrillo Recreation Center, corner of Anapamu and Carrillo streets. Lessons are from 7 to 8 p.m. Cost: $5. Live orchestra ballroom dancing is 8 to 11 p.m. Cost: $10. Info: 967-1819.

SANTA MARIA, June 16: Mission Improvable offers comedy acting classes for youth from 4 to 5:30 p.m.; adult classes are 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the Acoustic Lounge at Town Center East. Come watch or join them in word games, theater exercises and group activities to challenge the mind and make you smile. Cost: $5 per class. Info: 474-8945 or www.missionimprovable.org.

SANTA MARIA, June 16 and 17: The Central Coast Swing Dance Club offers dance classes at The Maverick Saloon, 510 S. Broadway. Learn salsa at 7 p.m. Monday and West Coast Swing at 7 p.m. Tuesday with instructor Jim Wheaton, followed by open dancing. No experience or partner required. Cost: $10 per class, open dancing is free. Info: 937-1574 or www.centralcoastswingdance.com.

ART SESSIONS

ORCUTT, June 13: Los Padres Artist Guild (LPAG) meets from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Luis OASIS Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave. LPAG comprises of artists, crafters and appreciators of all levels of experience. Visitors are welcome. Info: 937-8828.

SAN LUIS OBISPO, June 21: The Central Coast Woodturners of California meet at 9 a.m. at the Odd Fellows Hall, 520 Dana St. New and beginner woodturners are welcome. Info: George Paes at 929-1423.

SANTA MARIA, gallery closing: It is with much sadness that we inform the public that The Town Center Gallery, second floor of the Town Center Mall, has lost its gallery space and will be closing its doors. Artists should pick up their work at the Gallery this week and officially “sign out” their work in the InTake book on the counter. Volunteers are needed to move bulky fixtures. Info: Beth Ostapiuk at 349-7788.

DOCENTS WANTED

SANTA MARIA: The Natural History Museum, 412 S. McClelland, Santa Maria, seeks volunteer couples for Sunday afternoons, 1 to 4 p.m., one day per month, to help this great little museum stay open for Sunday family fun. If interested in an orientation appointment call 937-4946 or visit www.naturalhistorysantamaria.com.

SANTA MARIA: Volunteer senior docents and tour guides are needed at local museums. Training is provided and the fun is in the experience of reliving the past. Volunteer and reward yourself at the Santa Maria Historical Society passing on the historical past of the area; The Dana Adobe teaching about the Nipomo Land Grant; The Natural History Museum teaching about animals and displays; or become a flyboy or flygirl at the Museum of Flight. Info: Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) at 922-9931.

MUSEUMS

ARROYO GRANDE, June 14 and 15: The Barn, 127 Short St., is the South County Historical Society’s Museum Annex and houses antique vehicles, fire equipment, printing presses and agricultural artifacts. Hours are noon to 3 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday. Free. Info: www.southcountyhistory.org.

ARROYO GRANDE, June 14 and 15: The Heritage House, 126 Mason St., was built in the late 1800s and houses period clothing, photographs, kitchen items and more. Docents provide information. Hours are noon to 3 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday. Free. Info: www.southcountyhistory.org.

ARROYO GRANDE, June 14 and 15: The Santa Manuela Schoolhouse, 127 Short St., is a one-room schoolhouse, built in 1901. Docents provide information. Hours are noon to 3 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday. Free. Info: www.southcountyhistory.org.

GUADALUPE: The Guadalupe Cultural Arts and Education Center, 1065 Guadalupe St. (Highway 1), is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Info: 568-3990.

GUADALUPE, June 29: The Guadalupe Historic Jail, 4549 Ninth St., is open to visitors from 1 to 3 p.m. today, or by appointment. Cost: $2 for a Polaroid “jailbird” photo. Info: 343-5901.

GUADALUPE: The Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center, 1055 Guadalupe St., preserves the geology, flora and fauna of the dunes environment and its multi-cultural history. It features natural science exhibits and the Cecil B. DeMille Lost City exhibit of artifacts from the film location for his 1923 movie “The Ten Commandments.” Tour hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday to Sunday. Donation: $2, children 11 and younger free. Info: 343-2455 or www.dunescenter.org.

GUADALUPE, June 14 and 15: Rancho de Guadalupe Historical Museum, 1005 Guadalupe St., is open 1 to 3 p.m. or by appointment. Info: 343-5901.

LOMPOC: The Artesia School House Museum, West Chestnut Avenue and North H St., is an authentically restored one-room school house, that served Lompoc Valley children from 1876 to 1961. Hours are 2 to 4 p.m. the fourth Sunday each month, except holidays. Admission: $1. Info: 736-3888.

LOMPOC, June 16 and 19: Fabing-McKay-Spanne House, 207 North “L” St. is a restored turn-of-the-century home featuring a carriage house, reference room and the anchor of the USS Chauncey, a destroyer wrecked off the nearby coast during the 1923 Honda Point tragedy, the Navy’s largest peace-time disaster. Hours are 8:30 to 11 a.m. Monday and Thursday, and the fourth Saturday each month. Donation. Info: 735-4626.

LOMPOC: La Purisima Mission, 2295 Purisima Road, offers a guided tour at 1 p.m. except when special events are scheduled. Advance tour reservations required for groups larger than 10. Info: 733-3713; groups: 733-1303, or www.lapurisimamission.org.

LOMPOC, July13 to Sept. 5: The Lompoc Museum, 200 South H St., presents “A Medley of Sculpture,” works by members of the Lompoc Sculptors Guild, in the Centeno Gallery. An artists’ opening reception is 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, July 13. Hours are 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Friday, 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Donation: $1. Info: 736-3888.

LOS OLIVOS, ends June 15: The Wildling Art Museum, 2329 Jonata St., presents “Abbrescia’s Passion: Plein-air Paintings of Glacier National Park,” works by landscape painter Joseph Leonard Abbrescia (1936-2005). Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday to Sunday. Cost: $2, members and children admitted free. Info: 688-1082 or www.wildlingmuseum.org.

NIPOMO, June 14 and 15: The Dana Adobe, 671 South Oakglen Ave., begun in 1839 and completed in 1851, is the most historically significant remaining residence on the Central California Coast, an architectural blend of Hispanic, American and Chumash cultures. Tours are noon to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Special tours, schools and group tours are also available. Donation. Info: 929-5679 or www.danaadobe.org.

SAN LUIS OBISPO: The Central Coast Veterans Memorial Museum, 801 Grand Ave., exhibits historical maps of the United States from World War I to the present, artifacts contributed by local residents, and photos and biographies of area veterans. Open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday to Saturday. Children very welcome. Free. Info: 543-1763.

SAN LUIS OBISPO: Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa exhibits historical artifacts, including Chumash Indian vessels, religious vestments and the original mission altar. Free. Info: 546-6850.

SAN LUIS OBISPO: The San Luis Obispo County Museum and History Center, 696 Monterey St., features a simulated 1880s San Luis Obispo kitchen, laundry room and parlor where women took on the full-time job of keeping house and cooking using many “modern kitchen gadgets.” Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday to Sunday. Free. Info: 543-0638.

SANTA BARBARA, to Aug. 10: The Contemporary Arts Forum, 653 Paseo Nuevo, presents “The Bellwether Effect: At the Forefront of Design.” Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, and Monday by appointment only. Donation. Info: 966.5373, Ext. 14.

SANTA BARBARA: The Gladwin Planetarium, at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, 2559 Puesta del Sol, invites you to experience the wonders of the night sky as never before with a fully digital star projection system. Tickets: $4 per person with paid museum admission, members free. Museum admission: $8, seniors and teens $7, children $5, ages 2 and younger, free. Info: 682-4711 or www.sbnature.org.

SANTA BARBARA: The Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbara in the Bronfman Family Jewish Community Center, 524 Chapala St., is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday. Free. Info: 963-6754, Ext. 108, or www.jewishsantabarbara.org.

SANTA BARBARA: The Karpeles Manuscript Library, 21 W. Anapamu St., houses the world’s largest private holding of original manuscripts and documents of literature, science, religion, history and art. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Free. Info: 962-5322.

SANTA BARBARA: The Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, 1212 Mission Canyon Road, is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. The Garden Shop and Garden Growers Nursery are open during all visitor hours. Info: 682-4726 Ext. 101, or www.sbbg.org.

SANTA BARBARA: The Santa Barbara Historical Society, 136 E. De La Guerra St., is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Free. Info: 966-1279 or www.santabarbaramuseum.com.

SANTA BARBARA, to June 29: The Casa de la Guerra Historic House Museum, 15 E. De la Guerra St., with the Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation and Sullivan Goss-An American Gallery, present “Views to Vistas: Impressions of Lockwood de Forest (1850-1932),” a rare exhibit featuring oil paintings and sketches by the prominent American Orientalist and plein air painter, from early New York works to his later works in Santa Barbara and California. Hours are noon to 4 p.m. Thursday to Sunday. Cost: $4, ages 16 and younger free. Info: 965-0093 or www.sbthp.org.

SANTA BARBARA: The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, 113 Harbor Way, Suite 190, houses a quarter-scale working replica of the Lougheed Brothers’ F-1 Seaplane, with its 18-foot wingspan. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Admission: $6, seniors, students and youth $3, children ages 1 to 5 $1. Info: 962-8404 or www.sbmm.org.

SANTA BARBARA: The Santa Barbara Museum of Art, 1130 State St., is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday; closed Monday. Cost: $9, seniors, students and children ages 6 to 17 $6. Free Sundays. Info: 963-4364 or www.sbma.net. Current exhibitions:

Ends June 15: “Over Rainbows and Down Rabbit Holes: The Art of Children’s Books,” an interactive art adventure in the Robert and Marlene Veloz Children’s Gallery. Hours are 3 to 5 p.m. weekdays and noon to 5 p.m. weekends.

To Aug. 17: “It’s All About Me: California Artists’ Self Portraits,” images of artists by artist from the 1940s to the present.

To Aug. 27: “A Tibet Exhibition 1938: Selected Gifts from Two Explorers,” paintings, sculptures and ritual objects collected by explorers F. Bailey Vanderhoef Jr. and Wilbur L. Cummings Jr.

Continuing: “Identities,” contemporary art from Asia, Europe, and the Americas; “From Geisha to Ghosts: Leading Ladies of Japanese Woodblock Prints”; “Picture Stories: The Art of Europe and the Americas,” works by DŸrer, Rembrandt, Monet, Dali, Motherwell and O’Keeffe; Siqueiros’ mural “Portrait of Mexico Today” and The Children’s Gallery.

SANTA BARBARA, to Nov. 2: The Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, 2559 Puesta del Sol Road, presents “GIANTS: African Dinosaurs.” Come face-to-face with these prehistoric skeletal giants in an interactive dinosaur experience. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Cost: $8, seniors and teens $7, children $5, ages 2 and younger, free. Info: 682-4711 or www.sbnature.org.

SANTA BARBARA: The Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation is open noon to 4 p.m. Thursday to Sunday. Admission: $3, free for Trust members. Info: www.sbthp.org.

SANTA BARBARA: The Santa Barbara Zoo, 500 Ninos Drive, has two highly endangered snow leopards on view. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, closed Thanksgiving and Christmas. Cost: $9, seniors 60 and older, and children age 2 to 12 $7, under age 2 admitted free. Parking: $3. Info: 962-5339 or www.santabarbarazoo.org.

SANTA BARBARA: The Ty Warner Sea Center, 211 Stearns Wharf, presents “SHARKS …bite size,” an exhibit that brings you face-to-face with sharks and reveals fascinating facts about their biology, anatomy, and struggle for survival. Learn more about the species found in the Santa Barbara Channel and the impact humans have on sharks and their habitats. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Cost: $8, seniors and teens $7, children $5, ages 2 and younger, free. Info: 962-2526 or www.sbnature.org.

SANTA MARIA, June 17 and 19: The historic Santa Maria City Hall, 110 E. Cook St., is open 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m., by reservation only. Info: 925-0951, Ext. 1117.

SANTA MARIA: The Santa Maria Natural History Museum, 412 S. McClelland, invites visitors to enjoy multisensory exhibits with a regional focus. “Titans of the Pacific,” features a life-size killer whale, great white shark and dolphins. There’s a beaver habitat, bat barn and “touch” table, plus the new exhibit and original video “From the Beginning, Under the Sea,” about plate tectonics and how they relate to our local area. Hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday to Saturday; and 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday. Donation. Info: 614-0806 or www.naturalhistorysantamaria.com.

SANTA MARIA, June 13 to 15: The Santa Maria Museum of Flight, 3015 Airpark Drive, features early aviation and present-day displays of aircraft and artifacts. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: $5, seniors $4, ages 12 to 18 $3, children 6 to 12 $1. Info: 922-8758.

SANTA MARIA: The Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum, 705 S. McClelland St., has a 3,000 gallon shark tank, a paleontology dig, live rain forest friends, the creation station, a shipwreck and the Mars terrain climbing wall. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday , 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, closed Sunday. Cost: $6; children 2 and younger $1, seniors 65 and older $5. Info: 928-8414 or www.smvdiscoverymuseum.org.

SANTA MARIA: The Santa Maria Valley Historical Museum, 616 S. Broadway, houses local ranch memorabilia, a room honoring Capt. G. Allan Hancock and artifacts of the Central Coast. Hours are noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday. Donation. Info: Richard Chenoweth at 922-3130.

SANTA MARIA, June 14 and 15: The Santa Maria Valley Railway Historical Museum, Santa Maria Town Center Mall, second floor, preserves the railroad heritage of California, the Central Coast and Santa Maria Valley. The museum features exhibits, vintage rolling stock and a large model railroad. Hours are 1 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Info: 714-4927 or www.smvrhm.org.

SANTA YNEZ: The Santa Ynez Valley Historical Society Museum, 3596 Sagunto St., is open noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday to Sunday. Admission: $4, ages 15 and younger admitted free. Info: 688-7889 or www.syvm.org.

SOLVANG, to June 22: The Elverh¿j Museum of History and Art, 1624 Elverhoy Way at Second St., presents “California Dreaming,” photography of Rock and Roll history by Henry Diltz. Hours are 1 to 4 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, and noon to 4 p.m. Friday to Sunday. Suggested donation is $3, museum members and children 12 and younger admitted free. Info: 686-1211 or www.elverhoj.org.

SOLVANG: The Motorcycle Museum, 320 Alisal Road, displays vintage motorcycles. Cost: $5, children under 10 free with parent or guardian. Info: 686-9522.

SOLVANG: Old Mission Santa Ines, 1760 Mission Dr., features hand-painted murals by Indian artists, European art and sculptures, a garden and more. Cost: $3, free for children 12 and younger. Info: 688-4815.

ART GALLERIES

ARROYO GRANDE: Carried Away Art, 1200 E. Grand Ave., is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Saturday. Free. Info: 481-4364 or www.carriedawayart.com.

AVILA BEACH: Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort, 1215 Avila Bay Drive, is open 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. Info: 595-7302.

AVILA BEACH: Salisbury Fine Art Gallery, 1250 San Luis Bay Dr., is open noon to 5 p.m. Thursday to Saturday. Info: 878-8374.

AVILA BEACH: Visions Art Gallery, 425 First St., features works in various mediums by nationally and internationally known artists. Info: 772-5083 or 595-2230.

LOMPOC, to June 30: The Cypress Gallery, 119 E. Cypress Ave., presents “Nature Feeds My Soul,” watercolors by Diane Atturio. Hours are noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday. Free. Info: 737-1129.

LOMPOC: The Grossman Gallery at the Lompoc Library, 501 E. North Ave., is open noon to 8 p.m. Monday to Thursday, and noon to 6 p.m. Friday to Sunday. Free. Info: 875-8787.

LOMPOC: Lompoc Valley Hospital, 508 E. Hickory Ave., exhibits works by members of the Lompoc Valley Art Association in the lobby. Info: 737-3300.

LOS ALAMOS: Gallery Art Brut, 458 Bell St., presents works by Nipomo artist Rupert Trinidad and California Impressionists of the 30s and 40s. The gallery also features fine art, antiques and represents a dozen Central Coast artists. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday. Info: 344-4440.

LOS OLIVOS, to July 31: Carina Cellars, 2900 Grand Ave., presents photographs by Kim Jacoby. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Info: 688-2459 or www.carinacellars.com.

LOS OLIVOS: Gallery Los Olivos, 2920 Grand Ave., is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Info: 688-7517.

LOS OLIVOS: The Judith Hale South Gallery, 2884 and 2890 Grand Ave., is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Info: 693-1233.

NIPOMO: The Mission Community Bank on Tefft St. features art displays by local artists from the El Camino Art Association. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Thursday and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday. Free. Info: 929-2440.

ORCUTT, to June 30: The David Ryan Gallery, 205 E. Clark Ave., presents paintings by Niles Nordquist. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Info: 937-1058 or www.davidryangallery.com.

SAN LUIS OBISPO, to July 9: Barnes and Noble, corner of Marsh and Morro streets, presents paintings by Nicolette, who is donating a portion of sales of her works to the North County Womens’ Shelter. Info: 773-7777 or www.nicolettesart.com.

SAN LUIS OBISPO: The Gallery at the Network, 778 Higuera St., is open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily; open to 8 p.m. Thursdays and to 5 p.m. Sundays. Info: 788-0886.

SAN LUIS OBISPO: Gulliver’s Travels, 605 Santa Rosa St., is open 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. Info: 489-1487.

SAN LUIS OBISPO: The San Luis Obispo Art Center, 1010 Broad St., is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday to Monday, closed Tuesdays. Free. Info: 543-8562.

SAN LUIS OBISPO: The Steynburg Gallery, 1531 Monterey St., is open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. Info: 929-1444.

SANTA BARBARA, to June 31: Art From Scrap Gallery, 302 E. Cota St., presents “Two Rivers, a group installation by McKinley and Santa Barbara Charter Elementary School students. Hours are10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, open to 6 p.m. Thursdays. Free. Info: 884-0459, Ext. 15, or www.artfromscrap.org.

SANTA BARBARA: The Arts Fund Santa Barbara, 205-C Santa Barbara St., is open 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday. Info: 965-7321.

SANTA BARBARA: Brooks Institute Cota Street Gallery, 27 E. Cota St., is open 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. weekdays, and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. weekends. Info: 966-3888 or www.brooks.edu.

SANTA BARBARA: The Channing Peake Gallery, 105 E. Anapamu St., first floor of the Santa Barbara County Administration Building, is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Free. Info: 568-3994.

SANTA BARBARA: Contemporary Arts Forum, 653 Paseo Nuevo, is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, and Monday by appointment only. Donation. Docent-guided group tours and info: 966.5373, Ext. 14.

SANTA BARBARA: Gallery 113, No. 8 La Arcada Court, 1114 State St., is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Info: 967-6519.

SANTA BARBARA: The Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbara in the Bronfman Family Jewish Community Center, 524 Chapala St., is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday. Free. Info: 963-6754, Ext. 108 or www.jewishsantabarbara.org.

SANTA MARIA: The Betteravia Gallery in the Betteravia Government Center, 511 E. Lakeside Parkway, is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Free. Info: 568-3990.

SANTA MARIA: The McKeon-Phillips Art Gallery and Winery, 2115 S. Blosser Road, is open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekends. Free. Info: 928-3025.

SANTA MARIA: Photoworks Frame Gallery, 555 E. Clark Ave., Suite C, is open 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday to Friday. Info: 937-8114.

WINERIES

ARROYO GRANDE: Talley Vineyard Tasting Room, 3031 Lopez Drive, opens its tasting rooms from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily. Info: 489-0446.

LOMPOC, June 13 to 16: Babcock Winery and Vineyards, 5175 E, Highway 246, opens its tasting room 10:30 to 4 p.m. Friday to Sunday, and noon to 4 p.m. Monday. Other times available by appointment. Info: 736-1455 or www.babcockwinery.com.

ORCUTT: The Addamo Estate Vineyards, 400 E. Clark Ave., offers award-winning wines, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday. Info: 937-6400 or www.addamovineyards.com.

SANTA MARIA: Cambria Winery, 5475 Chardonnay Lane, opens their tasting room 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Picnic tables are available. Info: 937-8091.

SANTA MARIA: Costa de Oro Winery, Stowell Road, east side of Highway 101, offers local fresh produce, food and gift items. Their tasting room is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Info: 922-1468.

SANTA MARIA: Cottonwood Canyon Winery & Vineyard, 3940 Dominion Road, offers a tour and vintage tasting in their wine caves 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: $10 per person. The tasting room is open daily. Cost: tours $15 (includes wine glass), tastings $7 and $10. Info: 937-8463 or www.cottonwoodcanyon.com.

SANTA MARIA, June 13 to 16: Foxen Vineyard, 7200 Foxen Canyon Road, is located in an old blacksmith shop, and has a small picnic area on the grounds. Visitors are welcome noon to 4 p.m. Info: 937-4251.

SANTA MARIA, June 14 and 15: McKeon-Phillips Winery and Art Gallery, 2115 S. Blosser Road, Suite 114, opens their tasting room 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Info: 928-3025 or www.mckeonphillipswinery.com.

SANTA MARIA: Rancho Sisquoc Winery, 6600 Foxen Canyon Road, is in an 1875 chapel, barn and ranch that invite guests into what the Chumash Indians called “Sisquoc” or gathering place. The winery is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily and has picnic facilities. Info: 934-4332 or www.ranchosisquoc.com.

SANTA MARIA: Riverbench Vineyard and Winery, 6020 Foxen Canyon Road, offers tours and tastings 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, groups of 8 or more by appointment. Cost: $5 to $7. Info: 937-8340 or www.riverbench.com.

NIGHTLIFE

ARROYO GRANDE, June 17: Bill’s Place, 112 E. Branch, has performers 7 to 10 p.m. Info: 489-9989.

BUELLTON, June 19 to 22: A.J. Spurs, 350 E. Hwy. 246, presents Mike Shelton on guitar and vocals, 6 to 10 p.m. Info: 686-1655.

GROVER BEACH: The Gold Rush Casino Resort, 1750-A El Camino Real, offers free Texas Hold’em and table games lessons (for entertainment purposes only). You must be 21 or older to get in. Hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily, open to 11 p.m. Fridays. Info: 473-0120 or www.goldrushcasinoresort.com.

ORCUTT: The Loading Dock, 315 S. Broadway, offers live music, a light dinner menu, beer and wine. There may be a cover charge for some events; children 12 and younger free. Info: 934-3471 or rocknthedock@aol.com.

PISMO BEACH, June 13 to 20: Harry’s Night Club & Beach Bar, 690 Cypress, presents live bands at 9 p.m. Friday to Wednesday, and 3 to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Find your inner America Idol at Front Row Karaoke, 9 p.m. Thursday. Info: 773-1302.

PISMO BEACH, June 18: SeaVenture Restaurant, 100 Ocean View Ave., invites you to jive to live jazz, 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday. Info: 773-4994.

PISMO BEACH, June 19 to 22: Shore Cliff Lodge, 2555 Price St., presents live music starting at 6 p.m. Thursday, 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 5 p.m. Sunday. Info: 773-4671.

SANTA MARIA, June 13 and 27: DW's American Bistro, 2646 Santa Maria Way, Suite 106, presents Ed Hite on solo jazz guitar, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. No cover. Info: 346-2800 or www.dwsbistro.com.

SANTA MARIA, June 13 and 14: Hunter’s Landing, 2216 S. Bradley Road, has live entertainment 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Info: 347-9258.

SANTA MARIA: Louie B’s, 213 E. Main St., features karaoke Sunday to Thursday nights, and a DJ Friday and Saturday nights. Info: 925-1193.

SANTA MARIA, June 13 and 20: Marisco’s Ensenada, 1127 W. Main St., has live mariachi music 7 to 10 p.m. Info: 922-9095.

SANTA MARIA, June 19: The Maverick Saloon, 510 S. Broadway, karaoke at 9 p.m. Info: 922-9002.

SANTA YNEZ, June 14: The Vineyard House, 3631 Sagunto St., presents Mark Owens entertaining 6:30 to 9 p.m. Info: 688-2886, or www.thevineyardhouse.com.