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Memorial Day 2012 in San Luis Obispo County CA - Memorial Day Parades, Events and more

Here is what is happening for Memorial Day 2012 in San Luis Obispo County, CA. Find the area Atascadero events, parades, activities and more for Memorial Day 2012. Acitivites...

A Day to Remember in Atascadero

For most of us, Memorial Day 2012 Atascadero marks the beginning of a season of summer fun. But don’t let the real meaning of the holiday get lost amidst the barbecues and...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Willow Rosenthal Helps City Slickers Become Urban Farmers

This local hero turned empty lots into blooming plots to help revitalize a community and created a model that city officials hope will be duplicated nationally. When Willow...

New Book Celebrates the History of Atascadero

New from Arcadia Publishing’s popular Images of America series is Atascadero by local author S.W. Martin. This pictorial history boasts more than 200 vintage images and provides...

Start your Search for Volunteer Opportunities in Atascadero, California with AmericanTowns Atascadero Volunteer Guide!

On behalf of non-profit groups and organizers all over San Luis Obispo County, AmericanTowns would like to invite all of you to join in on making a difference. Seize today...

AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Atascadero organization has never been easier

If your nonprofit group in Atascadero is looking to let the community know about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works: when...

Weekend Activities in and around Atascadero

Give yourself a Time Out this week and treat yourself to a day out on the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy...

Eat Local! Great Resources in the Atascadero area

What’s one small change that 1) significantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts California’s economy and 4) helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made...

Winning the Real Estate Game in Atascadero in a Tough Market

Purchasing a home in California is one of the best investments you can make; but like so much else in life, timing is everything. Recent...

An Invitation to our Atascadero Community: BLOG ON!

Since this site is all about Atascadero, we’d like to get the unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Brandon Rohlwing Helps Teens Get Through Tough Times

Brandon Rohlwing was feeling pretty low when he stumbled upon the website ReachOut offering support to anyone questioning the meaning in life. The information he found helped give...

Cut your own Christmas Tree from tree farms in California

Pining for the perfect tree? Find one that’s right for your home at a California Christmas tree farm. Remember, not all farmers allow guests to cut their own, so be sure to call...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Donna Bailey Believes in her Students

Teaching is touted as being one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. Granted, it's not usually a high-paying job, but the satisfaction of having inspired a student to reach...

Atascadero Farmers Markets - Find local organic farmers market around the Atascadero area

Atascadero CA Farmers Markets - Find local organic farmers markets around the Atascadero area. We have the complete listings to help you find the best markets and organic...

Atascadero Thanksgiving 2011 - Thanksgiving Events, Volunteer Opportunities and more!

With Thanksgiving around the corner and preparations to be made, you might have a lot on your plate. That’s why AmericanTowns has put together resources for Thanksgiving...

The Power of a Single Vote - Atascadero Election Information and Polling Places

Presidential elections tend to get most of the attention, but there are plenty of key local Atascadero elections this year that are equally important. As they say, "all...

San Luis Obispo County Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide - San Luis Obispo County

Local Pumpkin Patch Farms - go pick pumpkin's at a local farm in the San Luis Obispo County California area. When there’s a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at...

Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide for California CA

California Pumpkin Picking Farms and Fall Pumkin Patch Farms - go pumpkin picking at a local farm in California. When there's a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the...

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Share and Celebrate Local Green Initiatives

AmericanTowns has just launched GreenTowns.com, a new network to connect and celebrate local green initiatives and their leaders, in Atascadero and across the country. With...

Find California Corn Mazes - Get lost in a California haunted Halloween corn maze this season!

Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a California corn mazes and it's a great, old-fashioned way to have...

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Modesto Celebrated in New Book

New from Arcadia Publishing’s Postcard History Series is Modesto. In over 200 vintage photographs and postcards, repeat author Carl P. Baggese shares the history of the...

PRADO DAY CENTER RECEIVES GENEROUS DONATION FROM UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP of SLO COUNTY

PRADO DAY CENTER RECEIVES GENEROUS DONATION FROM UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP of SLO COUNTY The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of San Luis Obispo County donated over...

Apple Picking Orchards and Apple Farms Guide for California CA

We have the best California apple picking orchards, apple farms, apple festivals for the state of California. We have found the best 'pick your own' apple orchards and apple farms...

Atascadero Elks Lodge & Atascadero Chamber Recognize Businesses & Residents That Displayed The American Flag To Commemorate 9/11

Elks & Chamber Present Certificates To Residents and Businesses That Displayed The American Flag To Commemorate 9/11 Honoring Victims, Their Families & Loved Ones ...

Back to School for Atascadero - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and more

Hey, Atascadero! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the school year off right - and with more sanity - with the...

ATASCADERO ELKS DONATE $500 TO HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC FOUNDATION

Atascadero Elks Exalted Ruler Cory Black and daughter Aubrey Black present Elks Member and Executive Director of the Atascadero Greyhound Athletic Foundation Donn Clickard a...

Frolicking Frog Cellars garners awards

Frolicking Frog Wine News - July 2011 ...

VOLUNTEER RECRUITMENT

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Wilshire Community Services is currently recruiting volunteers throughout San Luis Obispo County for our Good Neighbor Program. Please join us in making a difference in the life...

ATASCADERO ELKS LODGE TO HOST BLOOD DRIVE

Atascadero Elks Member Pam Beckwith donates blood at the Atascadero Elks Blood Drive held in conjunction with United Blood Service. The Benevolent and Protective Order...

ATASCADERO ELKS SPONSOR THE “THE BOBBIE BUNCH” RELAY FOR LIFE TEAM

Members of “The Bobbie Bunch” Atascadero Relay for Life Team thank the Atascadero Elks Lodge for their Sponsorship. The Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks...

ATASCADERO ELKS LODGE CONTRIBUTE TO FIRE DEPARTMENT DISASTER RESPONSE VEHICLE

Atascadero Elks Lodge Exalted Ruler Cory Black (left), and Police & Fire Appreciation Dinner Chairman and Atascadero City Council Member Bob Kelly (right), present...

ATASCADERO ELKS TO CELEBRATE FLAG DAY WITH CEREMONY & FLAG RETIREMENT

The Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks (BPOE) Atascadero Lodge #2733 and Boy Scout Troop 150 will be conducting a public Flag Day ceremony at 11:00 am on Saturday,...

ATASCADERO ELKS LODGE TO HOST BLOOD DRIVE

United Blood Services of the Central Coast Bringing Two Buses To Atascadero The Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks Atascadero Elks Lodge #2733 will hold a blood...

ATASCADERO ELKS LODGE HONOR POLICE AND FIREFIGHTERS

The Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks Atascadero Lodge #2733 honored policeman and firefighters recently at an annual dinner that filled the Lodge to capacity....

ATASCADERO ELKS LODGE CELEBRATES NATIONAL YOUTH WEEK

The Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks Atascadero Lodge #2733 recently celebrated local youth programs and scholarship winners during a special dinner as part of...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Edward Palomba Puts Service Above Self

This week's hero is making a difference on a local level. As the chairman of the Children’s Accessible Playground Committee, Edward Palomba has put in his share of...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Bob Fried Pedals His Way Into People's Hearts

Bob Fried takes the concept of Meals on Wheels to another level with his latest mode of transport. You see Bob has taken to the streets in a pedicab, which has been part of his...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Stan Mack Gives His All for His Town

Stanley "Stan" Mack is a local hero who cares deeply about his town and its inhabitants. For more than 30 years, Mr. Mack has been at the center of many of the town's...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Caroline Cannon Wins Prize Caring for the Arctic and the Inupiat

Caroline Cannon has led dual roles throughout her life. She is a leader of her people as well as a steward of the earth. For more than 30 years Caroline has been working to...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Louis Rosso Risked His Life to Save Kids Caught in the Surf

This week's hero is a lifesaving hero who was recently named a recipient of the Carnegie Hero medal, which is an award given to those who risk their lives saving or trying to save...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Gail Savina Harvests Fruit and Grows Community

Gail Savina hails from the great state of Washington where she grew up picking apples, cherries and peaches and where she recalls being in the Apple Blossom Festival every year. ...

Make a difference in Atascadero! Find the perfect local volunteer opportunity

You want to give back, but with so many good causes out there, where do you start? There are plenty of great volunteer organizations right here in the Atascadero area and around...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Dorine Kenney Keeps Jacob's Light Burning By Helping Soldiers

Dorine Kenney had been sending things to her son and to soldiers he would tell her needed a little extra cheering up. She was eager to do it and happy to help send the comforts of...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Lisa Watson Works to End Homelessness for Women

Lisa Watson has received awards for her outstanding contributions to the community in which she lives, including being named "woman of the year," which is fitting...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Leah Cronn and Marathon Match Scholars and Sponsors

With the cost of getting a college education steadily rising, even promising students are having to forgo the dream of an advanced degree. It's not a new story, but one which Leah...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Mike Arms Makes a Career of Caring for Animals

Mike Arms knew he always liked animals, but it wasn't until he was lying in the street after a brutal beating that he decided to dedicate his life to protecting and saving them....

AmericanTowns Heroes: Mailman Charlie Rose Sniffs Out Gas and Saves Lives

Something didn't seem right to mail carrier Charlie Rose. He smelled gas more than once while delivering the mail on his normal route. It wasn't just coming from one house and the...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Lt. Gen Daniel James III: A Dedicated and Decorated Airman

In honor of Black History month and the release of Red Tails, the movie commemorating the Tuskegee Airmen, this week's hero is Lt. Gen. Daniel James III, a decorated airmen and...

AmericanTowns Heroes: A Happy Valentine's Day for Avalanna Thanks to Justin Bieber

You don't have to be a Justin Bieber fan to cheer him on today after he responded to a request made by a little girl suffering with a rare and often deadly form of brain cancer. ...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Ariana Hargis is a Real Livesaver

Ariana Hargis is the kind of lifeguard you want on duty when your loved ones are in the pool. She's a quick-thinking, focused professional with eyes in the back of her head. ...