Eric Church to Perform at the 2012 California Mid-State Fair

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

PASO ROBLES (CA) – The California Mid-State Fair, as part of the Budweiser Concert Series, is pleased to announce GRAMMY/ACM/CMA-nominated country music hitmaker Eric Church will perform opening night of the 2012 Fair, July 18, 2012. Church’s concert will begin at 7:30p in the Main Grandstand Arena.

Ticket prices for the show are $40, $50, $60 and $85 and will go on sale Friday, April 20, 2012, two weeks from today.

Tickets will be available at the California Mid-State Fair box office (2198 Riverside Avenue in Paso Robles), any ValliTix location, online at www.midstatefair.com or by calling 1-800-909-FAIR.

Church catapulted into national success witht the release of his debut album, Sinners Like Me, which produced radio hits “How ‘Bout You,” “Two Pink Lines,” and “Guys Like Me.” His follow-up, Carolina, was certified Gold and spawned top hits “Love Your Love The Most,” “Hell On The Heart,” and “Smoke A Little Smoke.”

Awarded the ACM New Solo Vocalist of the Year Award, Church celebrated the chart-topping release of his GRAMMY-nominated third studio album, CHIEF, in July 2011 and it was certified Gold shortly after, spawning top-charting hit “Homeboy,” and No. 1 single, “Drink In My Hand.” His latest single release, “Springsteen” is at radio now and is his fastest-rising single to-date, currently at No. 14 on Billboard.

The 2012 California Mid-State Fair runs July 18, 2012, through July 29, 2012. This year’s theme is “The Great American Road Trip.”

For more information on Eric Church, visit www.EricChurch.com. For more information on the California Mid-State Fair visit www.midstatefair.com.

 

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ERIC CHURCH TO PERFORM OPENING NIGHT AT THE 2012 FAIR

Phantom Project is Going to Hit Paso!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Paso Robles, California – May 5 to June 2, 2012 -  Second Phantom Project Show to be hosted in Paso Robles.

This is a different kind of show…really.

What is a Phantom Show?

Phantom Shows are pop-up art shows in ephemeral galleries. The locations are chosen based on available vacant urban retail space. Phantom Show locations will vary based on available vacancies and the good will of the property owners. The inaugural event was held in downtown San Luis Obispo in February.

The first Phantom was so successful that a second Phantom Project is being held in the A&R Furniture building in downtown Paso Robles from May 5^th through June 2, 2012.  The show will run concurrently with the Wine Festival and the Festival of the Arts and is expected to have a huge draw of both local residents as well as out of area folks.

The difference with this show is that the public will be able to view ALL entries into the show, whether they were juried in by the two prestigious jurors or not.  What else can we do with over 10,000 square feet of space? We intend to show you just how an art show is put together.  In all juried exhibits, there is wonderful art that does not get chosen to hang in the final exhibit.

Each juror will chose from 60 to 80 pieces of work to include in their version of show.  Three winners will be chosen by each juror as well.  Both of the jurors versions will be hung for exhibit.  There will also be a version with all the work that was not accepted.  During the course of the exhibit, the public will have the opportunity to choose three winners as well and these winners will be announced at the closing reception.

This will be an excellent opportunity for the public to view how a juried art exhibit is put together as well as to see if the public choice of three winners is the same as the jurors.  The net effect will be an exhibition not only of the art, but also of the jury process, illustrating the variability, complexity, and subjectivity of that process. It will be three concurrent versions of the same show: two juried versions and the overall show, all displayed together.

An opening reception will take place on Saturday, May 5 from 6-9pm.  Please join us for what looks to be one of the most spectacular shows around!

A closing reception, and announcement of the “Peoples Choice” will be held on Saturday, June 2 from 6-9pm.

The Phantom Project will be held in downtown Paso Robles at the A&R Furniture building on the corner of 12^th and Pine Street, facing the City Park. Viewing hours are Friday, Saturday – 12-9pm and Sunday - 12-6pm.  For more information:  http://www.sloma.org/exhibits/the-phantom-project.php


Contact:
Michael Reddell
PO Box 160
Cambria, California, 93428
805.924.1767
michael@reddell.net

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Paso Robles Rotary Donates $625 for a New Dog Park

The Paso Robles Rotary Club recently donated a check for $625 dollars to go toward the future Parks 4 Pups in Paso Robles, CA. It’s one of the many projects the Rotary Club has sponsored in the past several months, and illuminates how important our community is to Paso Robles Rotary.

Paso Robles' Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Fest

Firestone Walker Brewing Co. partnering with Paso Robles Pioneer Day will put on the very first Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Fest June 9, 2012

The Beer Fest will feature the very best breweries in the world paired with some of the best restaurants in California, right in the heart of wine country.

What's New in Paso Robles, CA?

February - April 2012

A burgeoning California wine country destination nestled in the Santa Lucia Mountains in Central California, Paso Robles offers a multitude of exciting upcoming events, new wineries and dining experiences to be enjoyed throughout the late winter and early spring. Located midway between Los Angeles and San Francisco, and easily accessible by car, plane and train, this stunning retreat offers the authentic California experience by boasting untouched natural beauty, a bounty of farm fresh cuisine supplied from organic and specialty farms, 200+ wineries, first-class shopping, a wide selection of accommodations, golf and entertainment and an extensive variety of activities and experiences that appeal to everyone - from families, couples and groups to girlfriend getaways, wedding and meetings.

Winter and Spring Events in Paso Robles, CA

Wine Festivals, Horse Derbies, Dynamic Art Shows, & Much More!

Take in the beauty of Paso Robles this winter and spring where warm sunny days give way to cool, crisp nights. With so many exciting events happening, visitors can enjoy local art shows, authentic horse derbies, vintage sidecar shows, and so much more. Additionally, a multitude of events showcase this vast wine region where visitors can enjoy tastings of superb Zinfandels, Rhônes and many other varietals.

Hwy 1 - Carmel to Cambria Roadway Closed

Traffic Advisory #1
HIGHWAY 1 FULLY CLOSED 25 MILES SOUTH OF BIG SUR

Highway 1 (Post Mile 22), 25 miles south of Big Sur is fully closed indefinitely in both directions due to a large rock slide near Limekiln Creek. Caltrans crews are on the scene monitoring and assessing the damage.

Central Coast Railroad Festival Announces Monthly Wine-Train Excursions

Sunday Afternoon Excursions To Feature Train Ride up the Cuesta Grade, Visits to Rail Themed Wineries and More!

The Central Coast Railroad Festival will sponsor special CCRRF Wine-Train Excursions on the second Sunday of every month starting in December 2011. These Excursions, which were very popular during the 2011 Railroad Festival, will offer local citizens and visitors the opportunity to enjoy this special ride up or down the Cuesta Grade in an afternoon adventure. These rail journeys on the Cuesta Grade will allow riders to experience one of the most historical and scenic sections of the coastal line. Passenger service has been available on this section of tracks since the Southern Pacific Railroad completed them in 1894. The Excursions will also include a little history and visits to rail themed wineries.

Paso Robles Vine Street Victorian Showcase

"Step Back in Time"

This year the 25th Annual Vine Street Victorian Christmas Showcase will be held on Saturday evening, December 10, from 6:00 to 9:00 P.M. It will start at 6:00 P.M. on 21st Street with the Paso Robles High School Bearcat Marching Band opening the evening’s FREE festivities.

First Crush offers new harvest winemaking adventures in Paso Robles

The first complete "berry-to-bottle" winemaking experience

PASO ROBLES, CALIF. - September 29, 2011 - Americans love wine and thirst for wine knowledge and adventure. First Crush - located in the beautiful Paso Robles wine region - is quenching this thirst with their all new Harvest Grape Escapes this fall. With one, two and three-day programs, First Crush takes customers beyond the tasting room and into vineyards and wineries to get a hands-on "berry-to-bottle" winemaking experience.