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February 13 2:32pm
The City of Atascadero and the Charles Paddock Zoo are pleased to announce the new addition of the three young Mexican Spider Monkeys that arrived at the Charles Paddock Zoo (from another AZA accredited Zoo) to join our longtime resident Spider Monkey, Izzy. The new monkeys are just under a year old, and Izzy is about 45, so you can imagine how much fun they are to watch! Mexican spider monkeys are an endangered species found in parts of Mexico and Central America, threatened by…
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February 07 3:21pm
Temporary Detour from Southbound El Camino Real To Traffic Way to begin Tuesday
Beginning Tuesday, February 11th, motorists on southbound El Camino Real will encounter a temporary detour at Traffic Way. The detour will not begin prior to 8:30 am to minimize disruptions for school drop-off and commuters. Drivers will be detoured onto Traffic Way, then onto Palma Avenue, then onto West Mall where they can re-enter southbound El Camino Real. There are no closures or detours for northbound El Camino Real and Entrada Ave. will remain open. The…
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January 27 5:38pm
Every five years the Atascadero Tourism Business Improvement District (ATBID) Advisory Board is required to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Destination Marketing Services. The ATBID is approaching their fifth renewal year of their current annual contract and is seeking proposals from individuals and firms offering Destination Marketing Services. The ATBID was formed in April 2013 to collect assessments from lodging businesses to be used for tourism promotions and marketing…
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January 23 2:50pm
The City of Atascadero is proud to present its 2025 Event Calendar, showcasing a variety of City and City sponsored events throughout the year. From free community gatherings to larger signature events and ticketed experiences, Atascadero offers a variety for residents and visitors alike. The calendar also provides brief information about each event, allowing you to plan activities with family and friends. Stay informed with the latest additions, event, and entertainment updates by…
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January 23 2:05pm
At its January 14 meeting, the City of Atascadero City Council approved the 2024 annual Community Road Report. The report highlights recently improved neighborhood roads, drainage and roadside slopes and provides community members additional information on road projects planned for 2025. Neighborhood road improvements are funded by Measure F-14, a half-cent sales tax passed by voters in 2014 and have resurfaced or rehabilitated over 50 centerline miles of city-maintained…
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January 16 7:00am
Official Ribbon Cutting for the New Cerrado Aviaries at the Charles Paddock Zoo!
The City of Atascadero and the Charles Paddock Zoo are pleased to announce the new addition of the Cerrado Aviaries Exhibit that we will celebrate on Saturday, January 18th at 3:30 pm with an official ribbon cutting! A special thank you to the Atascadero Lakeside Wine Festival Committee and the Friends of the Charles Paddock Zoo for bringing this exhibit to life! The new aviary exhibit will house Hyacinth macaws and Toco toucans! The Zoo’s Hyacinth macaws were former pets and are a…
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January 15 7:00am
The Atascadero Fire & Emergency Services Department would like to take this opportunity to share ongoing safety precautions to keep our residents and the community safe and prepared in the event of a wildland fire. With the recent fires sweeping through areas of Southern California, there have been a number of inquiries about emergency preparedness and how to best prepare for a major wildfire event. This is an opportunity to provide necessary information on the priorities the Fire…
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January 02 4:03pm
We are excited to introduce a new dance! Show him how special he is… Mothers, Aunts, Grandmothers, or anyone with a special man is invited to spend a semi-formal evening of great fun dancing to music from DJ Manny Medina with snacks, door prizes and more! The theme of the first dance event is “Love You to the Moon and Back.” Don’t miss your chance to win fantastic prizes as couples dance the night away under the stars. Jimmy Dee, a professional photographer, will be on-…
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January 02 1:54pm
Show her how special she really is… Fathers, Uncles, Grandfathers, or anyone with a special girl is invited to spend a semi-formal evening of great fun dancing to music from DJ Manny Medina with snacks, door prizes and more! The theme of this year’s dance is “Love You to the Moon and Back.” Don’t miss your chance to win fantastic prizes as couples dance the night away under the stars. Jimmy Dee, professional photographer, will be on-site with affordable picture packages to…
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