Who Needs Broadway?... We Have the Melodrama

The Great American Melodrama offers slapstick comedy that's perfect for the whole family. The Melodrama holiday tradition continues this season with the most popular show of the year!

Watch Scrooge rekindle his Christmas spirit with the Melodrama's adaptation of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. This heartfelt and hilarious production is followed by a fractured fairy tale opera-- the Melodrama's twist on a classic story. Top the evening off with the sights and sounds of the season with our Holiday Vaudeville Revue. With this three-for-one deal, there's truly something for everyone! Tis' the season!

The Melodrama is located less than 4 miles from Valentina and their live entertainment simply can't be beat.

For more details, visit their website at www.americanmelodrama.com today!

Visit Arroyo Grande's Haunted House!

The Mid State Scare is the most popular Haunted House serving San Luis Obispo, Santa Maria, and all the central coast. This Arroyo Grande tradition is great for brave souls of all ages. SCREAM IN THE DARK is a special 2 nights only event (includes tonight) that features the only pitch black haunted house on the Central Coast. Can you say SPOOOOOOKY? Hurry because tonight's the last night!

Monarch Butterfly Grove Opens Saturday, Oct. 27

Monarch Butterfly Grove, Pismo Beach

Have you been waiting all summer for the butterflies to return?

Well, finally that day has arrived. This Saturday is opening day for the Pismo State Beach Monarch Butterfly Grove. The grove is staffed daily from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, with docent programs at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm.

For more details, check out: http://www.monarchbutterfly.org/

Valentina is located just a short bike ride or drive away from the Monarch Butterfly Grove!

Marching Band Review - November 3!

Pismo Beach Marching Band Review
November 3, 2012

Mark your calendars now and plan on bringing your lawn chairs to the streets of Pismo Beach for the 34th Annual Pismo Beach Marching Band Review and Drumline Competition on Saturday, November 03, 2012 starting at 8:45am. Come support music programs from all around the state of California, expecially the local Judkins "Golden Panther" Marching Band.

These kids are pretty good and thrive off your support. As music programs get slashed across the state of California, it's great to see some hope for the future.

Clam Festival Parade This Saturday!



The Pismo Beach Clam Festival Parade

Bring the whole family! The Pismo Beach Clam Festival Parade is starts Saturday, Oct. 20 at 10 am! Come watch the Judkins Marching Band and other wonderful performances. No tickets required for admission!
You can catch the parade on Dolliver and Price Street...so bring your lawn chairs and thermos and check out this fine spectacle!

Don't Miss Out on the Festivities! The Pismo Clam Festival is This Weekend!

Yes, it's that time of year again...

No, not Halloween--The Pismo Beach Clam Festival!

Join in the festivities happening Friday through Sunday in Pismo Beach! Kick off the weekend with the annual Wine Walk, where you will be able to sample some excellent local wines. Then, balance yourself for the surfing competition on Saturday. Or, if you don't like to surf, the Clam Festival Parade is a wonderful way to embrace the small town charm that defines Pismo Beach! All these things will probably make you hungry, which is why there is a Clam Chowder Cookoff on Saturday from noon to 2. Finally, bring the kids to the beach Sunday from 12-1 for a clam dig! Great prizes are in store.

Don't miss out on the fun!

For details, visit PismoChamber.com!

Why Go to SLO for Farmers Market? Go to Pismo instead!

Downtown SLO may be the hip place to be on any given Thursday night, but if you're all about great produce straight from the farmer, downtown Pismo Beach offers an incredible selection as well.

Pismo Beach Farmers Market happens every Wednesday from 3-6 at the historic Pismo Pier!

So, if you don't want to drive all the way out to SLO and hunt for a parking space in the crowded downtown area, come to Pismo instead!

And if you're staying at Valentina, each of our suites come with a fully equipped gourmet kitchen, allowing you to cook some of the fresh food you pick up at the pier!

Clam Festival -- October 19-21

Looking for an excuse to come to Pismo Beach? Here's your excuse:

The Pismo Beach Clam Festival is happening this coming Friday thru Sunday, October 19-21.

This year's festivities include a wine walk from 5-7:30pm on Friday; surfing, a parade and a clam chowder cook-off on Saturday; and a clam dig on Sunday.

Also, there will be a beer and wine garden on both Saturday and Sunday from 11am-5pm. And, of course, live entertainment will give the weekend a soundtrack to remember it by...

For more details, visit PismoChamber.com!

FALL SPECIALS!!!!!

Are you looking for a romantic weekend getaway?Trying to take the family on one last vacation before the seasons change?

Now's your chance!

From now til December 20, 2012, you can take advantage of these great specials*:

FALL SPECIAL: Get the 4th Weeknight Free! Applicable Monday - Thursday nights.

WEEKEND SPECIAL: Receive $100 OFF Any 3 Night Stay! Weeknights, too!

Reserve today at ValentinaPismoBeach.com/reservations.html!

Gidget's Coming to SLO--Yes, The Real One

Kathy Kohner Zuckerman, the girl who challenged social norms by picking up a surfboard and taking on the waves of Malibu as Gidget will give a presentation at the San Luis Obispo screening of ACCIDENTAL ICON: The Real Gidget Story, playing Wednesday, October 10 at the Fremont Theatre in San Luis Obispo at 7:30pm.

Director Brian Gillogly and surf legend/pioneer, Linda Benson, will also be on hand for a pre-show reception and a lively Q&A session after the film. The screening is free, with a suggested donation of $15 ($10 for students.)

The meet-and-greet reception is happening before the film at Luis Wine Bar from 5:30-7:00pm and Kathy will be signing "Gidget" books too! Tickets for the reception are$50 tickets for the reception include food, wine, beer and a chance to chat with all the special guests. All proceeds for the party and the film directly benefit the Women's Legacy Fund and the 2013 SLO Film Festival. To purchase reception tickets, click here!. Call (805) 546-FILM for more information or to reserve seats at the Fremont Theatre.

And the next day, why not catch a wave or two on our very own Pismo Beach? Take Gidget's example and get to the beach!

17th Annual City to the Sea Fun Run - October 14!

City to the Sea Half Marathon

On your mark, get set. GOOOOOOOOO to the Central Coast, where you will encounter the world's most scenic race.

The 17th Annual City to the Sea point-to-point half marathon is happening October 14. Thr race starts in the lovely mountains of San Luis Obispo and ends in one of Pismo Beach's most captivating vistas-- The Dinosaur Caves Park. If you've never been to the area, the half marathon is one of the best ways to immerse yourself in the beautiful downtown, backroads, and towns of SLO and Pismo.

Running has never been this enjoyable.

And for those who don't want to go that extra (few) mile(s), the program offers a 5K and Fun Run too!

For more details about the City to the Sea Half Marathon, 5K and Fun Run, visit: http://citytothesea.org.

Jubilee by the Sea: October 26-28, 2012

The Basin Street Regulars are hosting the 36th Annual "Jubilee by the Sea", a wonderful jazz festival held in venues throughout beautiful Pismo Beach. Fans of all ages make the pilgrimage to Pismo every year for this authentic tribute to jazz. Shuttle buses run continuously throughout the three days of the festival to ensure that you can make it to the shows you want to catch.

All venues have hardwood floors so that you can dance your heart out with that special someone. There are three-day tickets, one-day tickets and student tickets. The festival consists of about 120 one-hour performances, with 20 bands plus guest artists.