Karin Hendricks-Bolen Finds Energy in Creativity
Karin Hendricks-Bolen in PCPA's "Come From Away" (photo by Luis Escobar) Karin Hendricks-Bolen is a true triple threat, bringing singing, dancing, and acting talent to every stage on which…
Summer Adventures Await at SLO County Libraries
San Luis Obispo County readers of all ages and abilities are invited to choose their adventure during this year’s Summer Reading Challenge at SLO County Public Libraries. Kids, teens, and…
Cuesta’s “Spring Awakening” Pushes Limits
“Ten minutes ago, you could see the entire horizon . . . now only the dusk.” So says Moritz, a teenage student full of potential in a German boys' school…
Cuesta Concord Chorus Presents “Piano Palooza”
The Cuesta Concord Chorus, along with members of the San Luis Obispo Symphony and the Paso Robles High School Choir, are joining together for “Piano Palooza!” at the Templeton Performing…
The Making of a Cal Poly Short Cut
“Write about an emotional discovery you made which led to a personal and profound change in your life.” Little do students know that on their first day of class, their…
A Straight Preview of “Book of the Year”
Photo by Lyndsey Rankin, UC Riverside San Luis Obispo County's 2026 "Book of the Year" is Susan Straight's tenth novel, Sacrament. The National Book Award finalist recently responded to…
Cuesta Drama Presents “Spring Awakening”
In repressive late 19th-century Germany, a group of teenagers trapped by the ignorance of their parents and teachers navigate the confusing and thrilling desires of their awakening sexuality. Spring Awakening,…
Choral Fest Welcomes 32 Choirs to SLO
The San Luis Obispo Vocal Arts Ensemble welcomes hundreds of students from 32 elementary and high school choirs during its annual Central Coast Spring School Choral Festival at the Performing…
Susan Straight’s “Sacrament” Is a Literary Time Capsule
No one likes to be reminded of slices from the past: bits and pieces that everyone reckoned with in their own ways, then collectively decided should be left in the…
Cuesta Student Art On View Through May 22
Cuesta College's 2026 Student Annual Art Exhibition showcases original work from students in the Fine Arts program from April 16 through May 22 in the Harold J. Miossi Art Gallery…