This year we
have a great lineup of Entertainment for you with some of your old favorites and some new
exciting venues too! We also have a variety of displays and events, something for
everyone in the family.
Entertainment and Displays throughout
the Festival Grounds
Here's
a Peek at some of this years entertainment and a
Schedule of Events, Times and Map below.
updated 9-22-2010
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The Demos
Take some classic Country,
add a dash of retro R & B, blend in a pinch of tremolo-tinged Surf. Then ask four
seasoned musicians to make it sound good---Voila! You’re talkin’ "The
Demo’s!" Rarely does such a diverse range of music happen in one place at one
time, but this new group makes it all feel smooth and sound natural.
With recording and performance credits ranging from
Neil Diamond to Dick Dale, Linda Ronstadt to Janie Frickie, The Cache Valley Drifters to
Chuck Berry, "The Demos" have the collective experience and chops to pull it off
with ease!
"The Demos took us from Nashville to Motown to
Memphis all in one night.
I believe it when they say they've got 120 years combined musical experience. Don't miss
these guys!"
-Bob Duffy, Calcareous Vineyard, Paso Robles
www.myspace.com/thedemoscalifornia
THE VIPER SIX
"Miz Buffy" Doran -
Vocals
Ted "Catalina Eddy" Waterhouse - Guitar
& Vocals
Michael "Doghouse" Dias - Acoustic Bass & Vocals
Doctor Bob Brenman - Tenor & Soprano Saxophones & Clarinet
Mr. Bob Osborn - Tenor, Alto & Soprano Saxophones
"Atomic" Jim Stromburg - Drums
The Viper Six, an act that's
been hot on Californiaıs Central Coast music scene since the turn of the century. Through
2008, their regular monthly performances at San Luis Obispo's famed Mother's Tavern have
seen packed houses dancing and singing along to the group's wild nd infectious "Swing
-Jass" sound and their performance at the Live Oak Music Festival in the Santa Ynez
Valley was a huge success. In addition, they have played the "Jubilee by the
Sea" Pismo Jazz Fest the last four years in a row as well as various San Luis County
winery events and dances and in March 2009 performed eight shows to very good response at
the prestigious Eureka Jazz Festival. They have recently been a big hit at the Third
Friday Swing Dance series at Santa Barbara's Carillo Ballroom and have performed four
times to great acclaim at San Luis Obispo's Concerts in the Plaza series - most recently
in 2006 and 2007. They've also recently returned to their old stomping grounds at the world famous Madonna Inn.
Featuring a delicious potpurri of familiar and obscure jazz and swing classics from the
1930's and 40's - mixed with their own sharp, witty originals, The Viper Six appeals to
music lovers and Swing Dancing enthusiasts of all ages, Teens to Octagenatians! From Duke
Ellington, Benny Goodman and Billie Holliday to Slim & Slam, Cab Calloway and Louis
Jordan, The Viper Six mixes up a cocktail that's one part Class, one part Madness and One
Hundred Percent Great Music!
The incomperable Miz Buffy struts her stuff in sharp attire handling the Lioness' share of
the Vocals and charming the crowd with her black velvet voice and slinky demeanor while
the always dapper Catalina Eddy backs her with solid rhythm chops and flashing leads on
the Arch-Top Guitar, adding a vocal or two of his own. The great duo of Mr. Bob and Dr.
Bob, are center stage, wailing on Saxes and Clarinet, knockin' em dead with the hottest
riffs and solos around, while Doghouse lays down those smooth walkin' lines on his String
Bass and cooking up some crazy scat and lead vocals as Jumpin' Jim on Drums kicks out that
solid swing beat that keeps the dancers hoppin'. It all adds up to a sound and a show that
you won't forget!
Cookinı with the BlueSouls
Sometimes just a few
ingredients seasoned just right, provide the best recipes. And that's what the BlueSouls
bring to the table. Start with award winning songwriter and guitarist
extraordinaire, Ted Waterhouse, laying down the foundation of the group, displaying
rhythmic mastery, tasty licks and soulful slide guitar work.
Then, spice it up with Debra Windsong, whose sultry
and heartfelt vocals mix with amazing talents on the harmonica that sometimes soothe the
soul with graceful melody or raise it up with blistering solos.
Now into the kitchen strides bass player, Fred
Murray. He's hot, but he's cool. Fred likes to stir it up from the bottom to bring out the
flavor. His percolating riffs add boldness and substance to the mix.
Add to that the driving percussive virtuosity of
Jerry Pyle on cajon, and you have a recipe for great music a la BlueSouls.
The BlueSouls have been serving up a savory blend
of musical styles in the central coast wineries and clubs for almost a decade. They can
simmer with sweet soul, or turn up the heat a little for some down home Americana and
original songs. Or, they can bring it to a full boil, delivering some smokin' hot blues
featuring incredible bottleneck guitar, searing harmonica and sizzling rhythms.
As an amplified acoustic band, the BlueSouls are
able to cater to both large and small events.
So please, sit back and enjoy!
Mmmmm. Sounds good!
Coastal Dance & Music
Academy's Performance Troupe
Coastal Dance & Music Academy's Performance Troupe for the
Harvest Festival Program. Coastal Dance and Music Academy's Performance Troupe, under the
direction of Kathy Schultz and Tara Behnke, consists of seven different groups, ranging in
age from 6 years old to the Dancin' Divas, CDMA's senior age performers. Performance
members study ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary and hip hop as well as performance skills.
The result is a non-stop high energy show with an array of colorful costumes and age
appropriate music and movement. Performances this season have included the Mid-State Fair,
Pier 39 in San Francisco, Arroyo Grande Strawberry Festival, Avila Fish and Farmer's
Market and the annual recital at the Clark Center. CDMA, located on Grand Avenue in Arroyo
Grande, is pleased to be a part of this year's Harvest Festival.
Studio of Performing
Arts
The Studio of Performing Arts (SOPA) has been in the Village of Arroyo Grande since the
mid 1980’s. We offer classes in ballet,
tap, jazz, modern/lyrical, hip-hop, drama and voice for students 2 to adult. Our mission is to motivate people to explore their talents, create new
ones, and use those talents to entertain themselves as well as others. Through our
instruction and performances, we strive to inspire art as an expression through
discipline, dedication and most of all passion.
The
staff at SOPA is a group of highly trained professionals dedicated to offering students
the best possible experience. Students
enrolled at SOPA are offered multiple opportunities to perform through out the year. Approximately, 40 students participate in our
competition groups that compete twice a year in Santa Clara.
The choir
focuses on vocal training and performs songs from various Broadway musicals. The studios drama department has both an adult
production company called Studio Players and a youth drama department.
For more information on the studio please call 805-473-0377
More at: http://www.thestudioofperformingarts.com/
Train Display
The San Luis Obispo Model Railroad Association is dedicated to model railroading on the
Central Coast. Its activities include public and private exhibitions of model
railroad layouts, operating sessions, tips and techniques workshops, educational and
heritage programs, social events contests and awards supporting the National Model
Railroad Association achievement program, and the general promotion of the hobby.
Members enjoy significant benefits including discounted purchases, resource and knowledge
sharing, access to club assets and materials, participation in its many events, and
privileges on some of the finest model railroads in the area. Membership is open to
everyone. The club meets at the Oceano Depot at 7:00pm on the third Monday of each
month and visitors are welcome.
Caption: Pacific Coast Railway number 101
crosses Nipomo Creek on this model of bridge 70, located a few miles north of the Santa
Maria River. This model was built for the San Luis Obispo Model Railroad Association
(SLOMRA.org). The Pacific Coast Rwy served the central coast from 1875 until 1942.
Text: The Pacific Coast Railway was a narrow gauge (36 inches between the rails) line that
ran from Harford's Pier at Port San Luis to San Luis Obispo, then south through Arroyo
Grande, Nipomo, Santa Maria, Orcutt, Los Alamos and Los Olivos. Before there were
paved roads the railroad hauled the lumber used to build SLO county, ag products, gravel,
oil and passengers. The Pacific Coast Rwy served the central coast from 1875
until 1942. Engine 101 has a 2-6-0 wheel arrangement and was built in December 1893
by Baldwin. The engine was scrapped in 1924. This is a model of the
Pacific Coast Railway bridge number 70 that crosses Nipomo Creek at milepost 38.5.
The tracks crossed this bridge just north of where Highway 101 crosses Nipomo Creek
today. The high tension power line is still there. The tracks also cross
Thompson Road just north of the bridge. Thompson Road is the original El Camino Real
used by the Spanish missionaries and the road Lt. Col. John C. Fremont's troops took on
his way to take California from Mexico. This O-Scale (1:48) module was built as part of a
larger layout for the San Luis Obispo Model Railroad Association (SLOMRA.org). The
engine is a modified Bachmann On30 Mogul. The Hereford cows are a common range breed
of the period. The model was researched and built by Dennis Pearson of Nipomo,
California.
More: http://www.slomra.org
Big Ditch Derby
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Movie Night is back!!
Friday Night, September 24th
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Ice Cream Olympics!
 
Doc Burnstein's Ice Cream Lab will host the
3rd annual Ice Cream Olympics at the Nelson Green at 3:30. Contestants ages 4-14 will
compete in fun games that include the Scoop Catch, Waffle Throw, and Cone Building.
The ever popular ice cream eating contest will be on the bandstand steps prior to the
Kiddie Parade with Ballooney the Clown. The ice cream eating contest is limited to the
first 100 kids age 4-14. You can enroll early at Doc Burnstein's Ice Cream Parlor the week
prior to the Harvest Festival.
Agriculture Pavillion
The
Agricultural Pavilion will feature a display of vintage tractors that have been restored
in the J.B. Dewar Tractor Restoration Contest. If you are a high school student and you
are interested in mechanics drop by and talk to some past participants to see what it
takes to enter the contest.
The Young Farmers and Ranchers of SLO County will have a
table in the Ag Pavilion.
We'll have Tractors on Display
Back by Popular Demand is our Honey Display
by Native Herbs and Honey!
Stop by for Demonstrations and Info!
The Arroyo Grande Women's Club will be
hosting the Vegetable Decorating Contest. Children off all ages should drop by and
decorate a veggie.
There
will also be a homegrown fruit and vegetable competition, so drop off your home grown
fruits and vegetables to be judged!
Also this year is our Fresh Cut Flower competition. Children and adults alike
are encouraged to bring their most beautiful or unusual flower to be judged!
Blazing Guns & Badges!
Sam Cotton aka Cole Younger
National Black Powder Champion
displays his Antique Gun Collection
Sam will be displaying a selection of Old West firearms and edged
weapons. Ranging from an 1874 45-110 Sharps Buffalo gun featured in the movie
"Quigley Down Under", to rifles, pistols, shot guns that were used by cowboys in
the West. There will several firearms with historical backgrounds that will be of interest
to any western or movie fan.
Gary Hoving
President of the South County and CA Law Enforcement Historical Societies
displays the most extensive collection of antique police badges from
throughout San Luis Obispo County. Included in the exhibit is the
very first City Marshal badge from Arroyo Grande (circa 1911,) the sterling
silver badge worn by each elected Sheriff of San Luis Obispo County from 1911 until
1970, and a variety of police memorabilia from the local community. Visitors
will have the opportunity to view the collection and ask questions about this interesting
slice of our past. This unique presentation is suitable for the entire family.
President Lincoln and Colonel Knox
The President and Colonel Knox will kick off the Festival
Friday Night and be in the Parade Saturday Morning and on the Festival Grounds all day
doing re-enactments, answering questions, doing photo opps and at the end of the day
leading the Kids Parade ending with the annual Lincoln Penny Toss!
BOY SCOUTS EXPO!
COME ONE COME ALL TO THE 2010 SCOUT EXPO!
CUB SCOUTS * BOY SCOUTS * GIRL SCOUTS * VENTURE SCOUTS * SEA SCOUTS
HERITAGE SQUARE PARK
- Cub Scout Pack 13 will have a Pinewood Derby Race
- Cub Scout Pack 425 will offer free crossbow shooting
- Troop 413 will have a Monkey Bridge
- Other Boy Scout Activities will be available
- Order of the Arrow will have a Tipi set up
- Venturing Crews Sea Scouts and Girl Scouts will be there
FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY AND ALL ACTIVITIES ARE FREE!
Haunted
House
Haunted Maze in the Village
 
<> The Boys & Girls Club’s
“Keystone” teen leadership program will create a bone chilling maze at this
year’s Harvest Festival in Kiwanis Park. Come find your way out amongst roaming
monsters and spooks around every corner! The haunt begins Friday the 24th,
4-9, and Saturday, 10-5. The scares are appropriate for all brave ages and may get
scarier when the night rises.
See you there...
if you dare.
Arroyo
Grande Rotary Fish Fry
Friday Night, Sept. 24th
Click here
for details
Arroyo
Grande High School Robotics Team
http://www.eaglerobotics.com
PIE EATING CONTEST
Sign Up at the Festival!
Ballooney the Clown
Always a favorite with the young and young at heart, Ballooney the Clown,
aka, Mike Kilton, will perform for the Harvest Festival again this year. Ballooney
has been entertaining for more than 20 years throughout the United States, the Carribean
and overseas, and has entertained in the Arroyo Grande area since 1994.
He takes
part in the morning Parade and then entertains the children in his "Kid Zone" on
the Village Green all afternoon. With hundreds of props and a wild imagination
Ballooney keeps the kids in stitches all day! Not only does he perform for the
children but he involves them in educational games and fun activities.
Whiskerino
Contest
Click Here for
Entry Form
Antique
Engines Display
Spelling Bee
Calling all students! Click here for
info!
Kids Parade
Two years ago Ballooney initiated his afternoon closing "Kid Parade" This
was a big hit and proves to be bigger and better this year! The kids should gather
with Ballooney next to the Rotary Bandstand at 4:00pm to receive their costumes and
instructions. Once all are in costume the group will parade around the Village
Green, across the Swinging Bridge and end up circling through the Olohan
Alley. Parents are encouraged to join their small children since Ballooney
will have a costume for them too! Immediately after the parade President Lincoln
will scatter $100 in pennies for the kids to gather up!
Festival Grounds Map
coming soon
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SCHEDULE
Times Subject To Change
MAJOR
SPONSORS
Thank You to the Event Sponsors of the 2010 Arroyo Grande Valley
Harvest Festival
Many thanks to our sponsors, for without their support our Festival would not be
possible!
4th
District Supervisor Katcho Achadjian
Arroyo
Grande Valley Kiwanis Club
City of Arroyo Grande
Lion’s
Club of Arroyo Grande
Pacific
Gas & Electric (PG&E)
Rabobank
Rotary
Club of Arroyo Grande
Schimandle
& Cantrell CPA’s Inc.
Banner Sponsors
A.H. Ratterree Landscape
Arroyo Grande Bakery
Arroyo Grande Chamber of Commerce
Barcellos Construction
Bill’s Place
Branch Street Deli
Broadway Jewelers
Christianson Chevrolet
Coast National Bank
Doc Burnstein’s Ice Cream
Lab
Dr. Bill Morgan
Dr. Kristi Schmidt Veterinary
Ophthalmology
Heacock Trailers & Truck
Accessories
J.B. Dewar
Klondike Pizza
Law Offices of David and
Zimmerman
Mark Clark CPA
Miner’s Ace Hardware
Miss Etiquette
Old Village Grill
Rotary Club of Pismo Beach – Five Cities
Santa Lucia Bank
South County Historical Society
South County Realty
Supervisor Katcho Achadjian
The Perrin Family
Village Improvement Association
Woman’s Club of Arroyo Grande
Media
Sponsors
Tolosa Press - The Coast
News
Q104.5 Radio
KSBY TV
Parking
Handicapped Parking
is available at the Farm Credit parking lot located at the corner of East Branch Street and Mason Street.
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