MARTINI & MUSIC MONDAYS
All “Featured” Martinis only $3.95
(In the Bar Only Please)
Live Music with Jody Mulgrew of The Johnny Starlings

Martini Mondays at Windows on the Water is the place for Martini Lovers to sit back and relax after another long day back to work. So, come on in Every Monday and bring your friends to a nice and relaxing evening of Exquisite Cuisine, Fabulous Martinis and Live Music with Jody Mulgrew!

OYSTER TUESDAYS
Oysters on the half shell, Oyster Shooters, Fried Oysters
$.65 CENTS EACH!!

Happy Hour prices on Wines and Beers

Every Tuesday – All night long – In the Bar Only Please

SLIDERS AND BEERS
Every Wednesday
Three Premium Mini-Burgers served on a home-made bun.
Only $8 for a Trio – $1 Off All Beers! – in the bar only please
“The Locals Favorite Night”

THURSDAY NIGHT FLIGHTS

Our Sommelier, Chris Battles, is now hosting Wine Flights every Thursday. Chris usually creates two to three different flights each Thursday with prices ranging from $12 – $15. You can enjoy your Wine Flights in the bar or at your table in the Dining Room.

Please ask our Executive Chef to pair your wines with our cuisine.

Windows On The Water
The Restaurant on Marina Square
Morro Bay, CA
805-772-0677

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December 4 — Friday Afternoons with Wine Filled Chocolates
Wine & Food Education: Beat the winter chills and cozy up with a Meridian Wine-Filled Chocolate! Infused with our Limited Release Cabernet Sauvignon, this Belgian dark chocolate truffle is pure decadence. Pick up a box for a great stocking stuffer! Meridian Vineyards, 7000 Hwy 46 East, Paso Robles
Fee: FreeTime: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 226.7133

December 5 – 6 — Art in the Vineyard @ Tolosa Winery
Celebration: The 5th Annual Art in the Vineyard @ Tolosa Winery will take place Saturday/Sunday, December 5th & 6th. Including: 30 local artist selling pottery, glass, paintings, jewelry, textiles, and more. A great way to support your local community & do your holiday shopping in a unique atmosphere. Live music, wine tasting,& appetizers.
Fee: FreeTime: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 704.8128

December 5 — Holiday Open House w/ Book & Author Fair
Celebration: Adelaida Cellars presents a Holiday Open House from 1–5pm, Dec 5 featuring a Book & Author Fair w/ published writers and book signings; a Jewelry Trunk Show w/ artists; a special appearance by “the Great Chiweenie”; holiday desserts. Free. Book & Author Fair to benefit the Paso Library Foundation.
Fee: free (adults may sample wine for a fee)Time: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 239.8980 x19

December 5 — Downtown Christmas Light Parade
Holiday, Family Fun: Another classic, enjoy this annual downtown seasonal display. 2009 Theme: “It’s Christmas Time In Our City”.
Fee: FreeTime: 7 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 238.4103

December 6 & 13 — Polar Express Reading
Holiday, Family Fun: Join us in our traditional holiday fundraiser for the Family Care Network. Climb aboard Sylvester’s 1947 Pullman Train cars for a reading of The Polar Express, a holiday classic. Live reindeer, carolers and Santa. 100% of the proceeds from this event will benefit local foster & high needs children & families served by The Family Care Network. Each reading limited to 30 people. Kids with the best pajamas will win a prize. Call for reservations. Sylvester Winery, 5115 Buena Vista Drive, Paso Robles
Fee: $15 donation per personTime: 4:30, 5:30, 6:30 & 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 227.4000

December 12 — Vine Street Victorian Showcase
Holiday, Celebration: A classic street lined with beautiful Victorian homes, be-decked in the holiday charm of yesteryear.
Fee: FreeTime: Call for information Phone Number: (805) 238.4103

December 12 — Martin & Weyrich Holiday Open House
Celebration: Come ring in the holiday season at Martin & Weyrich! Holiday cookies, mulled wine, hot cider, current wine releases, barrel samples, great wine case specials and holiday shopping! No reservations required. 2610 Buena Vista Drive, Paso Robles
Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 238.2520

December 19 — Victorian Teddy Bear Tea
Holiday, Family Fun: A delightful time for the little ones, and those that simply love teddies.
Fee: Call for informationTime: Call for information Phone Number: (805) 238.4103

Thursday November 26, 2009
1pm – 7pm

Windows on the Water Family Tradition

Traditional Homemade Thanksgiving Dinner

Join us for a Windows on the Water family tradition.

We offer a seated Thanksgiving Day Dinner along with other entrée specialties, and Thanksgiving Desserts! Please call for additional information and to make reservations.

Prix-Fixe Three Course Dinner

$42.00 Adults ● $21.00 Children 12 and under

Children 3 and under Free

For Reservations, please call 805-772-0677

We ask all our guests to reserve with a credit card for this day.

Not far past some of the western-most wineries is Nacimiento Lake (10625 Nacimiento Lake Drive 800-323-3839, 805-238-3256), a beautiful, hill-locked spot where you can boat, fish, waterski, wakeboard, hike, bike, picnic or camp. There are 165-miles of tree-lined shoreline and hundreds of secluded coves to explore. At the marina you can rent aluminum boats, pontoons, deck boats, ski boats, peddle boats, jet skis, canoes and kayaks. Other amenities include a swimming pool, basketball and volleyball courts and horseshoes. Day use fee is $10-$15 per vehicle. Camping (hook-ups available) is $20-$40.

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Thanks to the Morro Bay Chamber of Commerce for posting these great events!  (See link at right.)

November
November 29: Christmas Street Faire. Vendors display their arts and crafts. Morro Bay Merchant’s Association. (877) 478-9477.

December
December 5: Lighted Boat Parade. Starts at 6:30pm. Local boats of all sizes, decorated with lights for the holiday season, cruise the harbor. Morro Bay Chamber of Commerce (805) 772-4467 PDF Application.

January
January 15-18: Morro Bay Winter Bird Festival. Both local and state-wide birding experts will lead over 35 land, ocean, and bay field trips, plus discussions and presentations, social events and workshops focusing on everything from warblers to elephant seals. Morro Bay Chamber of Commerce (805) 772-4467. Or registration voice mail 1-866-464-5105.

Recurring Events
Monthly – Embarcadero Art Walk, second Friday of every month.

Weekends – Music by Capt Jimmy in Anchor Park, Fri/Sat/Sun

Saturdays – Community Farmer’s Market – 3:00pm to 6:00pm on Morro Bay Blvd/Main Street

Thursdays – Community Farmer’s Market – 3:00pm to 5:00pm at Spencer’s Market

Thanks to the Cambria Chamber of Commerce for posting these great holiday events!  For more information on these and other upcoming events, be sure to check out their website or click on the link to the right.
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November 1 – 15
“The Mousetrap”
Pewter Plough Playhouse – Main Street at Sheffield in Cambria’s West Village
7:30 pm

“The Mousetrap” by Agatha Christie, one of the most renowned mysteries ever. The play is known for its especially surprising ending which audiences are cautioned not to reveal. Gala Champagne Opening is Saturday, October 10 at 7:30 pm. Performances continue on Friday and Saturday nights at 7:30 pm through November 15. Thursday night performances are scheduled for Oct. 29 and Nov. 5 at 7:30 pm. Also Sunday matinees on Oct. 18,25 and Nov. 15 at 3 pm.Regular price $19/Seniors and students $16. Special Thurs. and Fri. night price for everyone is $15.

Contact: Box House Phone: 805-927-3877
Web site: http://www.pewterploughplayhouse.org
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November 14
“Cambria Holiday Faire”
Vets’ Hall 1000 Main
9am-4pm

Great Holiday Crafts. Home & Garden Decor, Baked Goods, Ornaments, Jewelry, Children’s Items, and much, much more! Percentage of proceeds to benefit Hospice Partners of the Central Coast

Contact: Anita Dyer Phone: 929-3391
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November 14
Harvest Winemaker Dinner at Harmony Cellars Winery
Harmony Cellars
3255 Harmony Valley Road
7:15pm

Our most popular event of the year! Join Winemaker Chuck Mulligan for a multi-course, candlelit dinner in our winery. Award winning Harmony wines will be paired with delicious cuisine prepared by Chef Thomas of ‘Two Cooks’. Reservations by phone (805) 927-1625. Price $135 per person.

Web site: http://www.harmonycellars.com
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November 26
Land Conservancy Thanksgiving Hike
Black Lake Preserve, Nipomo
9am

The hike will be on Thanksgiving Day – November 26, 2009 – starting at 9am sharp. There is a suggested $5 donation per person or $10 per family. Space is limited and advanced sign-up is required. The Black Lake Preserve is off Highway 1 in Nipomo but driving directions will be provided when hikers RSVP at 805-544-9096. Event is rain or shine.

Phone: 805-544-9096
Web site: http://www.LCSLO.org

Thanks to the Atascadero Chamber of Commerce for posting these events!

Holiday Boutique
November 21, 2009
Lake Pavilion, 9315 Pismo Ave
805-461-5000

City of Atascadero presents the Holiday Boutique Approximately 60 vendors on site. Time: 10 am to 3 pm. The Holiday Boutique is free to attend. Cat Country will be broadcastine live from the Boutique. Pacific Harvest Catering will have delicious breakfast, lunch, coffee and snacks available for purchase.
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Thanksgiving Day Dinner
The Carlton
November 26, 2009
The Carlton, 6005 El Camino Real
www.the-carlton.com
805-461-5100

Reservations recommended – call 805-461-5100 Thursday, November 26, 2009, 11am to 6 pm.
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December 2009 Carlton Entertainment
Carlton Bar and Lounge
December 1, 2009
Carlton Hotel, 6005 El Camino Real
www.the-carlton.com
805-461-5100

For a Complete December Events List: Go to The Carlton Website.  Click on Events Things To Do, Click on December 2009 Entertainment Schedule.
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Holiday Lighting Ceremony
Atascadero Lights Up The Downtown
December 4, 2009
Sunken Gardens
www.atascaderomainstreet.org
805-462-0177

Atascadero Main Street’s Art & Wine Tour, Downtown Atascadero Friday, December 4, 2009, 6 pm to 9 pm (Santa Claus will greet children at the Christmas Castle, 5965 Entrada Ave After the Tree Lighting Help usher in the Holiday Spirit at the Annual Holiday Lighting Ceremony. You can enjoy the Atascadero Community Band and the AHS Show and Concert Choirs as they play and sing a variety of Holiday songs while everyone awaits the lighting of the trees and arrival of Santa Claus at the Christmas Castle. Children can line up to see Santa while sipping some hot apple cider served by the Teens at Work. Enjoy wine. Food art, music and good fellowship with our friendly merchants. Tour the shops and meet the artists. Spend the evening walking around the Historic Colony District.
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Holiday Magic
December 19, 2009
Charles Paddock Zoo
805-461-5080

Join the animal care staff at the Zoo as we give “special” gifts to our animal residents. Santa will be on hand to help (and to take any last minute requests!) Have a hot chocolate and help us thank our animal friends. This festive event takes place from 10:00am – 4:00pm. Event included with zoo admission.