By Angela Cisneros
Can you believe the first day of fall is almost here? This is the beginning of my favorite time of year, and Atascadero has so many fun things to do in September.
First Fridays kick off September with a concert at The Plaza on El Camino. The 90’s Babiez tribute and party band will start at 5:30 p.m. with plenty of space to move and groove. When you get hungry, there will be food trucks, as well as local restaurants open, like Sylvester’s or Mr. Q’s. Don’t forget to bring your low-back chairs to rest your dancing feet.
The next day is the 11th annual Brew at the Zoo event on Saturday, September 7, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. It will be a fun evening at the Charles Paddock Zoo with a large variety of craft beers, distilled spirits, ciders, seltzers, wine, and more. Do you like to dress up like an animal? There will be a costume contest for you, as well as a hula hoop and dance contest. If you are like me and don’t drink, it is still fun to walk around with friends and see the animals, and there is a non-drinking ticket, too. Be sure to get your tickets early because this event sells out, as it is popular throughout SLO County.
Grab your cornhole buddies for a rootin’, tootin’ good time! The eighth annual Showdown Cornhole Tournament is on September 21 and 22. If you don’t feel comfortable showcasing your cornhole skills by being in the tournament, bring the family down to see the ones who are doing it for fun and the hardcore competitors because all ages and skills are welcome to participate.
The Fall Sip & Shop on Friday, September 27, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., is another one of my favorite events because it is a time to slow down, discover new businesses, connect with friends, and taste great wine (if that is your thing). The downtown restaurants are open for dinner too, so make a night of it! Get your tickets at the Atascadero Chamber’s website, and if you don’t drink, no ticket necessary.
Hot beverages and fall go hand in hand, and my two favorite places downtown are Malibu Brew and Green Omen Apothecary. Malibu Brew has all the classics, including indoor and outdoor places to enjoy with friends, and the owners always make one feel important. Green Omen Apothecary has a collection of herbs and tea blends that you can also have customized to take home. The owner, Riana, also makes the most yummy lavender Chai. She does events too, so check her calendar.
While time always feels like it zips by, taking time to enjoy the merrymaking in our beautiful city brings a depth of satisfaction to life. It is where the good stuff is. Sometimes we rush through the day just to go to bed and do it again, but time goes by, whether or not we enjoy it, and I prefer to enjoy it. I hope you do, too!
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