the slo-life

If you aren't familiar with San Luis Obispo, you probably don't know about our farmer's Market. It is a fun, family event. It happens every Thursday evening from 6:30 to 9:00 pm.The middle of downtown San Luis Obispo is closed to vehicles . That would be Hiugerra Street, and everyone sets up booths. The first two blocks on the west end are mostly made up of BBQ pits and stores that set up outside. The next two blocks are produce, flowers, nuts, and other healthy food. Then there is a few more food booths at the end. Some restaurants serve dishes only available at Farmers Market, like lentil soup, and the prices are so reasonable.
Another reason everyone is having so much fun is the music. They have local bands playing on some corners. They play a huge variety of music. sometimes it's Jazz other times it's older Rock and Roll. You don't know until your there. Other corners have balloon artists, cartoonist, face painters and puppet shows.

I try and go for at least an hour every Thursday. In the summer the days are long and it's light out till almost 9:00 pm. The weather was beautiful last Thursday. I bought a half flat of strawberries for $6.00

If you enjoy people watching, and you like to get out for a late walk, you don't want to miss Farmer's Market.

If you don't know what a SLO Passport Card is, let me tell you. It is a great way to try new things, and get a deal too. There are many businesses that participate. These are the seven different categorise,

Dinning and Foods

Entertainment and Recreation

Health and Day Spas

Clothing and Gifts

Home and Design

Hotels and Lodging

Business and Service

Most of them have buy one get one free. If they don't have that, they will have a great deal for you. The cards are good for one year and the only limitations are, that you can't use them on holidays. They give you two books that have a hole lot of information on the town, the area, the events going on for the entire year, and alot more useful information. They are great for visitors or locals.

Visitors to the Central Coast: Please e-mail your name, mailing address and phone number to tconklin@slopassport.com or call (805) 545-9777 to request your copy.