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May 06 11:25am
Central Coast Zoo Celebrates the Grand Re-Opening of Lemur Habitat - Friday, May 15 | 10-4 pm
The City of Atascadero and the Central Coast Zoo are proud to announce the grand re-opening of its newly reimagined Madagascar Habitat on May 15, 2026, inspired by the extraordinary biodiverse hotspot of Madagascar! The day will kick off with an official ribbon-cutting at the Lemur habitat promptly at 10 am. This beautifully renovated space now features the return of the striking Red ruffed lemur, a critically endangered species that has not been at the Zoo in over a decade,…
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May 05 11:01am
Atascadero Police Department is reminding drivers to always look twice for motorcycles. With the arrival of warmer weather, more motorcycles are taking to the roads, making it essential for everyone to stay alert to help reduce crashes and save lives. “Motorcyclists are out in greater numbers as the weather warms, and we’re reminding everyone to share the road, Commander Matt Chesson said. “Most crashes involving motorcycles happen when drivers simply don’t see them. Taking a few extra…
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May 02 8:26pm
City of Atascadero Presents the Winners of the 10th ANNUAL Tamale Festival!
The City of Atascadero 10th Annual Tamale Festival had over 100 vendors in attendance with twenty-three vendors specializing in tamales of all kinds from our local restaurants, as well as from across California! Each year, the festival hosts a “Best Tamale” Contest, a Tamale Eating Contest and a Chihuahua & Pet Costume Contest! Following are the results: BEST TAMALE CONTEST Best Overall Tamale – Mary’s Cuisine Catering, San Luis Obispo Best Overall Tamale - Mary's Cuisine…
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April 24 2:51pm
The City of Atascadero and the Central Coast Zoo are excited to celebrate the 23rd Annual Ice Cream Zoofari on Saturday, June 6th from 5 to 8 pm! Plan for a magical summer evening with all-you-can-eat ice cream, sundaes, and yummy toppings! Enjoy hands-on fun with Central Coast Trains, see and learn about how the animals stay cool, and have a chance to explore animals native to some of the world’s most biodiverse habitats on one unforgettable evening. This year’s delicious ice cream…
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April 22 1:18pm
At approximately 12:13 p.m. today, the Atascadero Police Department responded to a report from Monterey Road Elementary School regarding a possible individual wearing a mask seen on the school campus. Out of an abundance of caution, school staff immediately initiated lockdown procedures while officers responded to the scene. Upon arrival, officers established a secure perimeter around the campus and began a thorough search of the area. Students and staff remained safely secured…
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April 20 10:14am
Calling all certified lifeguards! The City of Atascadero is looking for certified lifeguards to help facilitate our Summer Aquatics programming this upcoming season. The 2026 Summer Aquatics programming will run from June to the beginning of August. Staff will spend time training in late May and early June before official programming begins. If you’re looking for a fun and rewarding local summer job, we’d love to have you apply and potentially join our team! Apply to be a part-time…
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April 17 3:48pm
The City of Atascadero is pleased to announce the 10h Annual Tamale Festival to be held in the Sunken Gardens and Downtown Atascadero on Friday, May 1st from 5 pm until 9 pm and Saturday, May 2nd from 11 am until 7 pm! The festival will kick off on Friday, May 1st starting at 5 pm with “Fiesta Friday!” Enjoy a variety of Tamale vendors with an opportunity to purchase tamales without the crowds. The Central Coast Zoo Foundation will be providing adult beverages for purchase in the Sunken…
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April 15 2:26pm
Drivers are urged to keep their eyes forward and hands on the wheel April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month and the Atascadero Police Department wants to remind drivers to stay focused, keep their eyes forward and hands on the wheel. Distractions like checking a phone, using the in-dash touchscreen or car phone app, adjusting the radio, or eating can have devastating consequences. “Distracted driving continues to put everyone on the road at risk,” the Atascadero Police…
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April 10 2:22pm
City of Atascadero Presents “Coffee with a Planner” Series - April 16th, 9 AM, AMSTRDM Coffee House
Topic: 2045 General Plan, Zoning Code Update, and Draft EIR The City of Atascadero Community Development Department will host our “Coffee with a Planner” next week! These events are held on the 3rd Thursday of each month. These informal sessions allow staff to hear from the community about a variety of topics including land use, zoning, city policy, and development projects. Each session highlights a specific topic, but our team will be happy to address any topic as time allows…
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April 07 3:35pm
Youth Volleyball Registration Now OPEN! Registration Closes June 1st! Space is LIMITED!
The City of Atascadero is proud to announce another season of Summer Youth Volleyball! This league places emphasis on learning the fundamentals, player participation, teamwork, and fun! Volleyball is open to boys and girls who are entering 3rd – 8th grade. All practices and games will take place on Tuesday and/or Thursday evenings at the Colony Park Community Center Gym for the duration of the season. Practices will begin on June 16th. League games will begin on June 30th and run…