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Teen Centers and Suggested Places for Teens Including Skate Parks in San Luis Obispo County

Posted by San Luis Obispo Mom on Sunday, January 23, 2022, In : For Kids

Here is a list of Teen Centers and places for teenagers to thrive in San Luis Obispo County, year round:

Colony Park Community Center Teen Center for 6th - 12 graders. Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday from after school - 6PM. $10 yearly membership fee (scholarships available). Each teen will receive a Teen Center Membership Card to be scanned each time he/she enters the Teen Center. Each member must have a signed waiver to participate and must follow all Teen Center Rules. Please bring wai...

Day in Atascadero & The Carlton Hotel Review - San Luis Obispo County

Posted by San Luis Obispo Mom on Tuesday, July 27, 2021, In : Atascadero

In July, we had a staycation in Atascadero in the Colony District area. Atascadero is an inland part of San Luis Obispo County and definitely has a different vibe from the famous San Luis Obispo City and Pismo Beach areas. They are known for their craft beer spots, wine tasting options and sometimes very hot weather in the summer!
Ancient Owl Review

I did some research before figuring out which hotel was best to stay in Atascadero. We narrowed it down to The Carlton. It's located in the middle of all the acti...
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Summer Camps in San Luis Obispo County - List of 28 Options

Posted by San Luis Obispo Mom on Thursday, May 13, 2021, In : For Kids

Here's a list of summer camp options for kids that are usually available in the summer throughout San Luis Obispo (SLO) County below. Most places don't post information until a couple of months before summer break begins.

2025 Summer Camps for Kids in San Luis Obispo County Availability

Summer Experience at multiple schools in San Luis Obispo County for grades: 1st through 12th. Times and schedule vary by grade groups.

Summer School Camp from City of San Luis Obispo Youth Services They call ...

2025 Fall and Holiday Family Events in San Luis Obispo County

Posted by SanLuisObispoMom.com on Thursday, August 15, 2019, In : Fall

Every year, there is a lot of family-friendly and free Christmas events in San Luis Obispo County that are planned by the community and local city governments. Sometimes, you may also find free Santa Photo opportunities!

Most Unique Christmas Thing To Do in SLO County: Cambria Christmas Lights

I highly suggest visiting the Cambria Christmas Market that typically opens starting Thanksgiving weekend. See my video reel of my visit to Cambria Christmas Market above. This is a very unique thi...

Charles Paddock Zoo in Atascadero Review & Pictures | San Luis Obispo County

Posted by SanLuisObispoMom.com on Thursday, June 6, 2019, In : For Kids

Charles Paddock Zoo in Atascadero, California is the only zoo in San Luis Obispo county.

When you walk through the entrance of the zoo, you'll immediately find the pretty pink flamingos to your left!

It's a small zoo but for a small admission, it's really worth it. My favorites are the red pandas!

The kids will be entertained (See Lemurs below from Charles Paddock Zoo). Zoo prices for children are by age group but children who are 2 years old and under are free. If you're planning on taking the ...
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Free 2025 Summer Concerts in San Luis Obispo County

Posted by SanLuisObispoMom.com on Tuesday, May 14, 2019, In : Free Concerts

San Luis Obispo County is very lucky to have sponsored concerts and events throughout the summer. From downtown to the beaches, there's always one every week in the summer. Scroll below to see details of each concert series.

Quick Links to Free Summer Concerts by City Name:

Arroyo Grande Village Summer Concerts at Heritage Square Park on Sundays, except for July 4
Atascadero Saturday in the Park Summer Concert Series
Avila Beach Friday Farmers Market in the Summer on Fridays
Grover Beach Summer...

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Originally from San Diego, California, I'm a San Diego State University alumna, veteran's wife and mom of two kids who were born two years apart. After living on the East Coast for 6 years, we now reside in San Luis Obispo County and here, the exploration continues. In between work and momming it, I like to exercise.

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