Calendar for week of April 17

THISWEEK

TODAY

Third Thursday (Poets’ Night Out). 7 p. m. Featured poet Kevin Patrick Sullivan, followed by open mike. Ye Olde Book Shoppe, 4303 El Camino Real, Atascadero. 466-0356 or 466-2195.

Lura in Concert. 8 p. m. Mix of Morna style with rhythms of the accordion-driven Funana and Batuque. Spanos Theatre, Cal Poly. $28. 756-2787.

Linnaea’s Cafe. Thurs: Old Time Jam, 8 p. m. Fri: Bob Harp and Charles Seaton, 8 p. m. Sat: Guy Budd and The Gypsy Souls, 8 p. m. Tues: Cuesta Jazz, 8 p. m. 1110 Garden St. All ages, no dancing. 541-5888.

FRIDAY

Adventures With Nature. 772-2694 or www.morrobaymuseum.org. Rain or bad weather cancels outdoor activities.

• Birds and Plants of Coon Creek. 9 a. m. Watch and listen to birds while exploring their relationship to area plants for food, cover and nesting material. Meet at Coon Creek trail-head at the south end of Pecho Road. 3-4 miles, 2-3 hours.

• Native Plant Gardens and Oceano Lagoon. 9:30 a. m. Become acquainted with native plants of our county and Pismo State Beach on a stroll by the native plant gardens. Learn about Oceano Lagoon’s flora and fauna. Meet at the Nature Center at the entrance to the Oceano Campground, Pismo State Beach. 1.5 miles, 2 hours.

• Birds and Nature at Morro Strand. 10 a. m. Along the beach observe specialized shorebird and pelagic bird feeding techniques. Meet and walk from the State Park parking lot at the west end of Azure Street in north Morro Bay (north end of Cloisters). 1-1.5 miles, 2 hours.

• Great Blue Herons, Egrets and Other Rookery Wonders. 10:30 a. m. A short talk about egrets, herons and other residents at the rookery in Morro Bay State Park. Meet in the Learning Center at the Morro Bay museum. 0.25 mile, 1.5 hours.

• Discover Treasures of Montaña de Oro. 1 p. m. Tour the Spooner Ranch House and Holloway Garden, walk the Reservoir Flats Trail with sea views and creekside greenery. Meet in the parking lot of Ranch House. Part 1: 1 hour. Part 2: 1.5 miles, 1.5 hours.

• Sketch Walk (Islay Creek). 1:30 a. m. See several habitat zones while walking through the chaparral and into the riparian zone near Islay Creek. Inspect plants and shale outcrops, see view of Spooner’s Cove and the ocean, then stroll through the shady woods along the creek. Meet at Visitor’s Center, Montaña de Oro State Park. 2.5 miles, 3 hours.

• Discover Magnificent Morro Rock. 2 p. m. See Morro Rock and learn about its geology and history and the animals that live on and near the Rock. Meet at the restrooms in the parking lot in front of the Rock. 0.5 mile, 1-1.5 hours.

The Red Barn Community Music Series. 7 p. m. Performance of Irish music by Athena Tergis and John Doyle. Potluck dinner at 6 p. m. Red Barn at South Bay Community Center, 2180 Palisades Ave., Los Osos. $10 donations. 528-4530.

Cal State Fullerton Guitar Orchestra in Concert. 7 p. m. Musical selections include Ikonomou, Dyens, Perez and Kaps. Refreshments and reception follow. Presented by the Central Coast Guitar Society. St. Timothy’s Church, 962 Piney Way, Morro Bay. Donations. 995-2596. Lopez Lake Outdoor Discoveries: Moonlit Horseback Ride. 8 to 10:30 p. m. Guided ride along the Duna Vista Loop Trail. Must have own horse. Meet at Black Bear Horse Camp. 481-1665.

The Johnny Starlings in Concert. 8 p. m. Derek Senn opens. Doors open at 7:30 p. m. Steynberg Gallery, 1531 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. $10. 547-0278.

The Alastair Greene Band. 9 p. m. O’Reilly’s Bar & Grill, 295 W. Grand Ave., Grover Beach. Free. 489-0469.

The Porch. Fri: The Pat Cormick Group, 7:30 to 10 p. m. 22322 El Camino Real, Santa Margarita. 438-3376.

The Carlton Hotel. Bar and Lounge, 8 to 11 p. m. Fri and Sat: Doc Stoltey. 6005 El Camino Real, Atascadero. 461-5100.

Harry’s Night Club and Beach Bar. Fri: Stinger, $5, 9 p. m. to 2 a. m. Sat: Jaxx, 3 to 8 p. m.; Stinger, $5, 9 p. m. to 2 a. m. Sun: 6250, 3 to 8 p. m.; Klass X, 9 p. m. to 2 a. m. 690 Cypress St., Pismo Beach. No cover unless noted. 773-1010.

SATURDAY

Earth Day Project. 8:30 a. m. to 1 p. m. Workday includes trail maintenance and building ADA compliant ramps. Meet at the Spooner Ranch House, Montaña de Oro. www.calparks.org/programs/earth-day.

Adventures With Nature. 772-2694 or www.morrobaymuseum.org. Rain or bad weather cancels outdoor activities.

• Bloody Nose Trail. 9 a. m. Hike through eucalyptus forest, manzanita grove, coastal sage brush and seasonal flowers. Meet in Montaña de Oro State Park at the intersection of Pecho Valley and Sandspit roads 0.8 mile from park entrance. 3.5 miles, 3.5 hours.

• Easy Birding. 9:30 a. m. Learn about the many birds that may be found in and around the Cloister’s Pond and the nearby coastal dune scrub. Meet at the Cloister’s Community Park restrooms. From Highway I, turn west on San Jacinto Street and south on Coral Avenue. 1.5 hours.

• Chumash Indians — A Fascinating Culture. 10:30 a. m. Talk on the culture, artifacts and historical contribution of the Chumash to

the area. Meet at the museum in Morro Bay State Park. 2 hours.

Lopez Lake Outdoor Discoveries: Kids Free Fishing Clinic. 9 a. m. to noon. Kids under 16 are welcome to the free fishing clinic taught by an experienced fisherman. Come before 11 a. m. to allow time to fish. All equipment provided. Lopez Lake Nature Center, Arroyo Grande. $7 parking. 788-2381.

SLO Stewards: Bishop Peak Trail Work Day. 9 a. m. to 1 p. m. Wear long pants and sturdy shoes, water and snacks provided. Meet at the Highland Drive trailhead. Details, 544-1777.

SLO Stewards: Bowden Property Hike. 9 a. m. to noon. Docent-led hike. Meet at the Bowden Ranch trailhead. Details, 544-1777. Family Fun Fair. 9 a. m. to 4 p. m. Event includes food, children's activities and entertainment and booths from local businesses. Presented by SLO County Mommies. Mission Plaza, San Luis Obispo. Free. 440-1558.

Small Wilderness Area Preservation (SWAP) Walk. 9:30 a. m. Butterfly walk in the Elfin Forest led by Pat Brown. Meet at the north end of 15th Street off of Santa Ysabel Avenue, Los Osos. 528-0392.

Islay Open Space Hike. 10 a. m. Pole Cats leads group to see views of Edna Valley and morros. Meet at Sweetbay Lane cul de sac, San Luis Obispo. polecatleader@gmail.com . Dunes Center: City Walk and Talk. 10 a. m. Shirley Boydstun, Guadalupe Historical Society member, leads a walking tour of town. Begin at Dunes Center. 1055 Guadalupe St., Guadalupe. 343-2455, ext. 201 or www.dunescenter.org . Beach Cleanup. 10 a. m. to 1 p. m. Grover Beach Dune Ramp, 25 W. Grand Ave., Grover Beach. Cambria Chili Cook-off and Classic Car Show. 10 a. m. to 4 p. m. Event includes car show, chili, music, raffle, drawings and beer. Veterans Memorial Building and Pinedorado Grounds, Cambria. $1 beer tasting; $5 chili tasting. 927-3624.

Earth Day Event. 11 a. m. to 4 p. m. Animals from Zoo to You will be present and special shows at noon and 2 p. m. Paso Robles Children’s Museum, 623 13th St., Paso Robles. 238-7432.

National Record Store Day. 11 a. m. Performances by a variety of local musicians, raffle, free silk-screening and discounts on merchandise. Boo Boo Records, 978 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. 541-0657.

Brunch, Poetry and Concert. 11 a. m. Southern-flavored brunch followed by performances by Al Young and Nancy Giles, Second Baptist Church Choir and the House of Prayer Gospel Choir. San Luis Obispo United Methodist Church, 1515 Fredericks St., San Luis Obispo. $7.50 to $30. 543-7580.

4:20 Celebration. 1 p. m. Performances by The Twinkle Brothers with Della Grant, Resination and Zongo. Doors open at noon. Pozo Saloon, 90 W. Pozo Road, Paso. $20. 438-4225, www.vallitix.com.

Earth Day Food & Wine. 1 to 5 p. m. Event features food and wine tastings, entertainment and educational exhibits. Santa Margarita de Cortona Asistencia, Santa Margarita. $75 admission; $35 designated driver; $500 table of eight. 369-2288 or www.earthdayfoodandwine.com.

Kite Fest 2008. 2 to 5 p. m. Event includes demonstrations set to music, kite building for kids, performance by the Singing Hands Choir candy drop and face painting. Barney Schwartz Park, 2970 Union Road, Paso Robles. Free. 237-3988.

“Barbershop After Dark.” 2 and 7:30 p. m. Performance by the San Luis Obispo Gold Coast Barbershop Chorus with guest quartets Late Show and Rio. Clark Center, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande. $17 to $20. 489-9444.

Sky World Poetry Series. 3 p. m. Poetry readings featuring Joe Milosch, followed by open reading. Cafe Monet, 1555 S. Broadway, Santa Maria. Free. 720-6687.

Symphony at Hearst Castle. 5 p. m. Evening includes catered reception, screening of silent film “Show People” with live orchestra and dessert reception. Reservations required. Hearst Castle, San Simeon. $500. 543-3533 or 927-2138.

Vision Unida Gala. 6:30 p. m. to midnight. Evening includes dinner, live music, dancing, entertainment by the Cal Poly Ballet Folklorico and Cal Poly Salsa Club and silent and live auctions. Proceeds benefit the Vision Unida programs. Embassy Suites Hotel, 333 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo. $75 to $140. Tickets, 801-5254; information, 546-2633.

Songwriters Showcase. 7 p. m. Performances by MDL, Steve Key, Joe Koenig, Deborah Kirk, Craig Louis Dingman and members of Juice Box. Shepherd’s Table, 151 N. Seventh St., Grover Beach. Free. 473-2275.

Musica Del Rio House Concert. 7:30 p. m. Performance by Tom Ball and Kenny Sultan. Reservations required. Atascadero. $15 donation. Information and reservations, 466-6941.

Painted Sky Concert Series. 8 p. m. Featuring acoustic cowboy Western music by Sierra Riders and guest Bruce Forman. Painted Sky Recording Studios, 4111 Bridge St., Cambria. $15. 927-8330.

“The Stage! The Screen! The Ballet!” Cal Poly Open House Concert. 8 p. m. Performance by the Cal Poly Symphony, University Jazz Band and Cal Poly Wind Ensemble. Cohan Center, Cal Poly. $8 to $19. 756-2787.

SUNDAY

Elder Bill’s Outdoor Events: Coast Hike. 9:30 a. m. See a remote area of the dunes. 4 miles, dogs OK. Call 929-3647 or e-mail bdenneen@kcbx.net.

Lopez Lake Outdoor Discoveries: Shoreline Cleanup Project. 1 to 3 p. m. Lopez Lake Nature Center, Arroyo Grande. $7 parking. 788-2381.

“Authors and Artist.” 1 to 4 p. m. Event includes authors and artists display their arts and answering questions, demonstrations, music, refreshments and wine tasting. Some proceeds benefit the Mission San Miguel restoration project. Rios-Caledonia Adobe, 700 S. Mission St., San Miguel. Free. 440-7173.

Senior Citizen Prom. 2 to 5 p. m. Event includes live jazz music, dining, dancing and live and silent auctions. Open the the public, students and senior citizens. Proceeds benefit the San Luis Obispo Alzheimer’s Association. The Manse on Marsh, 475 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo. $10. 440-7249.

All-State Festival Concert. 2:30 p. m. Performances by the All-State Festival Wind Orchestra, Festival Symphony Orchestra and Festival Jazz Band and the solo competition winner performs with pianist Susan Azaret Davies. Cohan Center, Cal Poly. $8 to $19. 756-2787.

North SLO County Concert Series. 3 p. m. Featuring performance by the Abaca Duo. Doors open at 2:30 p. m. Trinity Lutheran Church, 940 Creston Road, Paso Robles. $15 to $50. 239-2770 or 238-5342.

“A Tribute to Leroy Anderson’s 100th Anniversary” Concert. 3 p. m. Performance by the San Luis Obispo County Band. San Luis Obispo United Methodist Church, 1515 Fredericks St., San Luis Obispo. Donations. 543-7580.

Corners of the Mouth Monthly Poetry Reading. 7 p. m. Featured readers Gabriela Anaya Valdepena and Ray Clark Dickson, open reading follows. Linnaea’s Cafe, 1110 Garden St., San Luis Obispo. Free. 547-1318.

WEDNESDAY

Adventures With Nature. 772-2694 or www.morrobaymuseum.org. Rain or bad weather cancels outdoor activities.

• Montaña de Oro Bluff Nature Walk. 10 a. m. Hike along the Bluff Trail for views and likely looks at a variety of birds, plants and sea life. Meet at bluff trailhead, 200 yards south of Visitor Center at Montaña de Oro State Park. 2.5 miles, 2 hours.

Courtyard by Marriott. Wed: The Dave Beck Trio, 6 to 9 p. m. 1605 Calle Joaquin, San Luis Obispo. 234-7474.

ART

OPENING “ChismeArte Y Que: Expanding L. A.’s Chicano Aesthetic.” Reception and talk: 4:30 to 6 p. m. April 24. Variety of art. Today, through June 16. Kennedy Library Gallery at the Commons, Cal Poly. 756-2305.

“Our Element.” Cuesta College student juried exhibition. Friday, through May 16. Cuesta Art Gallery, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo. 546-3202.

ENDING Heidi Franscioni. “When Animals Dream.” Photography with mixed-media elements. Through Saturday. Firefly Gallery, 1301 Park St., Paso Robles. 237-9265.

ONGOING Al Musso. Paintings. Through April 24. Cayucos Community Art Gallery, 10 Cayucos Drive, Cayucos. 995-2049.

“Cherry Blossom Time.” Reception: 4 to 7 p. m. April 25. Through April 25. Executive Gallery at the San Luis Business Center, 4251 S. Higuera St., Suite 800, San Luis Obispo.

Douglas Simms Stenhouse. “Splendor of the Central Coast.” Plein aire art. Through April 25. Frame Works Gallery, 339 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo. 542-9000.

Leslie Sutcliffe. “Phases of Saturn.” Paintings and prints. Through April 25. Arts Space Obispo, 570 Higuera St., Suite 165, San Luis Obispo. 544-9251.

Susan Pyburn. “The SLO Show.” Photography. Through April 26. Linnaea’s Cafe, 1110 Garden St., San Luis Obispo.

John Patrick Salisbury. “Estuary.” Paintings. Through April 27. Salisbury Fine Art Gallery, 6985 Ontario Road, Avila Valley. 471-3110.

Laura Krifka and Cassie McFarland. “We, Monsters.” Paintings and sculptures. Through April 28. Steynberg Gallery, 1531 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. 547-0278.

Abe Perlstein. “Point & Shoot.” Photography. Through April 29. Top Dog Coffee Bar, 844 Main St., Morro Bay. 772-9225.

Bob Wilkins. Through April. Cafe Vio, 1111 Riverside Ave., Paso Robles. 237-2722.

Deb Festa. “Spring Romance.” Watercolor and acrylic paintings. Through April. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero, No. 10, Morro Bay. 772-1068.

Deborah Kunic. Through April. Rabobank, 845 Spring St., Paso Robles. 238-7200.

Glynis Chaffin-Tinglof. “Color Fields.” Paintings. Through April. Big Sky Cafe, 1121 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. 545-5401.

“Hard Drive.” Computer-generated art. Through April. Old Schoolhouse Gallery, 880 Main St., Cambria. 927-8190.

Janelle Younger. “Pronoia and the Art of Assemblage.” Mixed-media assemblage. Through April. Atascadero-Martin Polin Library, 6850 Morro Road, Atascadero. 461-6161.

Jean Neas. “Livin’ Right.” Watercolor paintings. Through April. Paso Robles City Library, 1000 Main St., Paso Robles. 238-5473 or 237-3871.

Joan Karlie Goodall and Nancy Joy. “Mix Bouquet.” Watercolor. Through April. Gulliver’s Travel, 605 Santa Rosa, San Luis Obispo. 489-1487.

Julie Coogan and Ollie Appel. Glass bead jewelry. Through April. Seekers Glass Gallery, 4090 Burton Drive, Cambria. 927-8626.

Mary Ratner. “World within Worlds.” Photography. Through April. Morovino Winery Tasting Room, 550 First St., Avila Beach. 627-1443.

Rick Salas. Variety of mediums. Through April. New Frontiers Natural Foods, 896 E. Foothill Blvd., No. C, San Luis Obispo. 785-0194.

Spring Show. Featuring artist from the Atascadero Art Association’s Monday Painters. Through April. Atascadero-Martin Polin Library, 6850 Morro Road, Atascadero. 466-1328. Sue Warren. Oil paintings. Through April. Rabobank, 705 Golden Hill Road, Paso Robles. 237-1616.

Vel Miller. Through April. Rabobank, 6950 El Camino Real, Atascadero. 466-2325; First Bank of San Luis, 840 Spring St., Paso Robles. 226-3622.

Wildflower Art Show. Works by Sarah Winkler, Peg Grady, Joan Scott and Julia Alexis. Through April. The Porch, 22322 El Camino Real, Santa Margarita. 438-3376.

Juried Student Exhibit. Through May 3. University Art Gallery, Cal Poly.

Brushstrokes 2008. Juried exhibit. Through May 11. Morro Bay Art Gallery, 835 Main St., Morro Bay. 438-3084.

Clifford Kaiser. “Fine Lines.” Paintings and drawings. Also mosaic tile by Fine Arts Academy ceramics students. Through May 15. The Artery, 5890 Traffic Way, Atascadero. 464-0533.

Jan French. Watercolor paintings. Through May 15. A portion of the proceeds benefit the Fiscalini Ranch Preserve. The Hamlet, Highway 1, Cambria. 927-0567.

Douglas Howard. “Poems in Landscape.” Black-and-white photography. Through May 18. B-W Gallery, 9315 Santa Clara Road, Atascadero. 674-0337.

Mike Tracy. Reception: 6 to 8 p. m. May 2. “Tales, Toys ’n Toons.” Prints, paintings and pen-and-ink. Through May 25. San Luis Obispo Art Center, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. 543-8562.

Roxanne Sexauer. Artist talk: 3:30 p. m. May 25. “Vital Signs, Graphic Art.” Through May 25. San Luis Obispo Art Center, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. 543-8562.

Rebecca Reibel. Reception: 6 to 9 p. m. May 2. Ceramics. Through May. The Gallery at the Network, 788 Higuera St., Suite B. San Luis Obispo. 788-0886.

Laurel Sherrie. Oil Paintings. Through June. Meridian, 142 Cross St., No. 100, San Luis Obispo. 545-8001. Laurel Sherrie. Oil Paintings. Through June. Lone Madrone Tasting Room, Highway 46 West, Paso Robles. 238-0845. Harold Forgosteins. “The Forgosteins.” Watercolor paintings. Through August. University Center Gallery, 3171 Temple St., Halcyon. 489-2822.

“Ageless Beauty: Faces of Hearst Castle.” Art objects. Through 2008. Hearst Castle Visitor Center, San Simeon. 927-2120.

Janet Penn Franks. “Central Coast Vineyards.” Photography. Ongoing. Corner View Restaurant, 1141 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo. 546-8444.

TALENT CALLS

Sorcerer Productions’ auditions for its upcoming production of “Thoroughly Modern Millie.” Singing and acting auditions are today and Friday at La Perla del Mar Church in Shell Beach. Tap dancing auditions are from 11 a. m. to 6 p. m. Saturday at The Courtyard by Marriott in San Luis Obispo. Callbacks are Sunday at the Courtyard by Marriott in San Luis Obispo. Prepare to sing 32 bars of music from any musical, accompanist provided, no a cappella or CD tracks. Also, be prepared to do cold readings from the script. Dance auditions are all tap dancing, come prepared with tap shoes. Audition appointments required. For more information, call 458-2080 or e-mail to sorcerer productions@gmail.com.

The Central Coast Shakespeare Festival is holding auditions for its 2008 season. 1 to 4 p. m. Saturday; 2 to 9 p. m. Sunday. St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 1344 Nipomo St., San Luis Obispo. For more information or an appointment, call 546-4224 or visit www.centralcoastshakespeare.org.

The Paso Robles Library call for entry for it Galaxy 2008 Juried Art Exhibit. Pastel, oil, acrylic, watercolor, mixed media and colored pencil are accepted; works must be for sale. Entry fee is $25 for up to two paintings. Paintings delivered from 9 a. m. to 2 p. m. April 30. Paso Robles City Library, 1000 Spring St., Paso Robles. For details, call 237-3870 or visit www.prcity.com/library.

The Central Coast Watercolor Society call for entry for its upcoming “Summer Serendipity” exhibit. Entry deadline in June 1. The show will be July 2 to 29 at the Steynberg Gallery, 1531 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. 773-4924.

Pacific Horizon Chorus is looking for women of all ages to sing four-part harmony, barbershop style in a performing chorus. Special instruction is available in reading music and vocal production. Quartet singing is encouraged. Voice placement auditions accepted anytime during the year. Chorus meets year-round 7 p. m. Tuesdays at SLO Adult School, Room J4, San Luis Obispo. Call 528-6106.

The Five Cities Youth Performance Choir is open to all children ages 8 to 18. Rehearsals are from 4 to 5 p. m. Fridays. The choir will focus on Broadway-style melodies and will perform four to six times per year. The Studio of Performing Arts, 116 W. Branch St, Arroyo Grande. $35 per month. For more information, call 473-0377 or visit www.thestudioofperformingarts.com.

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY

CONCERTS Chumash Casino Resort, 3400 E. Highway 246, Santa Ynez. 800-585-3737 or www.chumashcasino.com.

• Boz Scaggs. 8 p. m. today. $45 to $115. Arlington Theatre, 1317 State St., Santa Barbara. 963-4408.

• Cats. 7:30 p. m. today. $52.50 to $62.50.

• Mudcrutch. 8 p. m. Saturday. Featuring Tom Petty, Tom Leadon, Randall Marsh, Mike Campbell and Benmont Tench. $49.

Sings Like Hell. Lobero Theatre, 33 E. Canon Perdido St., Santa Barbara. $42.50. 963-0761 or www.singslikehell.com.

• 8 p. m. Saturday. Kevin Welch, Dustin Welch and David Ford.

PLANAHEAD

Adventures With Nature. 772-2694 or www.morrobaymuseum.org. Rain or bad weather cancels outdoor activities.

• Los Osos Oaks Reserve. 10 a. m. April 26. Enjoy a shaded stroll through ancient forest, see native plants and evidence of Chumash habitation. Meet at Reserve entrance, 0.7 miles east of South Bay Boulevard on Los Osos Valley Road. 1 mile, 1.5 hours.

• Oceano Lagoon. 10 a. m. April 26. Explore the surroundings of the lagoon. Learn about the plants and animals found there. Meet at Oceano campground entrance station, Pismo State Beach. 1.5 miles, 2 hours.

• Morro Rock. 11 a. m. April 26. Is Morro Rock the eroded remains of an ancient volcano? This talk may change thinking about the origin of the famous landmark. Meet at the auditorium in Morro Bay State Park museum. 2 hours.

• Gray Whale Parade. 10 a. m. April 30. Search for gray whales and learn about these creatures and their long migration. Meet at the northern-most parking lot along Moonstone Beach, near the intersection of Highway 1 and Moonstone Beach Drive, Cambria. 0.5 mile, 2 hours.

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY

CONCERTS Chumash Casino Resort, 3400 E. Highway 246, Santa Ynez. 800-585-3737 or www.chumashcasino.com.

• Kenny Rogers. 8 p. m. April 24. $45 to $115.

• Montgomery Gentry. 8 p. m. May 8. $45 to $115.

• Paul Rodriguez. 7 and 9:30 p. m. May 15. $20 to $40.

• Engelbert Humperdinck. 8 p. m. May 22. $35 to $85.

• Brooks & Dunn. 8 p. m. June 6. SOLD OUT.

• Earth, Wind & Fire. 8 p. m. June. 19. $45 to $115.

• Reba. 6 p. m. July 4. $95 to $195.

• Lynyrd Skynyrd. 8 p. m. July 17. $85 to $145.

• Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. 8 p. m. July 24. $35 to $95.

Santa Barbara Bowl, 1122 N. Milpas St., Santa Barbara. 962-7411 or www.sbbowl.com.

• Duran Duran. 7 p. m. May 3. $47.50 to $87.50.

• John Fogerty. 7 p. m. May 4. $42.50 to $72.50.

• Avril Lavigne. 7 p. m. May. 6. Special guest Boys Like Girls. $37.50 to $57.50.

• Michael Bublé. 7:30 p. m. May 8 and 9. $67.50 to $103.50.

• Celtic Woman. 7 p. m. May. 16. $30.50 to $79.50.

• KJEE Summer Round Up. 3 p. m. May 18. Featuring The Offspring, Pennywise, Everlast, The Whigs & Rebelution. $37.50 to $45.50.

• The Cure. 6 p. m. May 29. With guest 65 Days of Static. $64.50 to $84.50.

• Crosby, Stills & Nash. 7 p. m. June 18. $38.50 to $78.50.

• Robert Plant and Alison Krauss. 7 p. m. June 25. Featuring T-Bone Burnett. $51.50 to $86.50.

• MercyMe. 6:30 p. m. July 25. Special guests David Crowder Band and Tenth Avenue North. $34.50 to $54.50.

• James Taylor. 7 p. m. Aug. 1. $60.50 to $102.50.

• A Prairie Home Companion with Garrison Keillor. 7 p. m. Aug. 16. Special guest Suzy Bogguss. $37 to $67.50.

• Gipsy Kings. 7 p. m. Aug. 17. $54.50 to $84.50. Arlington Theatre, 1317 State St., Santa Barbara. 963-4408.

• Lewis Black. 8 p. m. May 1. $35.50 to $65.50.

Sings Like Hell. Lobero Theatre, 33 E. Canon Perdido St., Santa Barbara. $42.50. 963-0761 or www.singslikehell.com.

• 8 p. m. May 17. Kathleen Edwards and The Last Town Chorus.

• 8 p. m. June 21. The Pine Leaf Boys and JT Nero.

• 8 p. m. July 12. James Hunter and Sean Hayes.

• 8 p. m. Aug. 23. David Olney and Carolyn Wonderland.

• 8 p. m. Sept. 20. Del Castillo and Willy Porter.