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š± What Pozo Saloonās 2027 comeback could mean for Santa Margarita
Santa Margarita, California Patch AM: a 4 min readHello Santa Margarita! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. āļø
In today's newsletter:
- What Pozo Saloonās 2027 comeback could mean for Santa Margarita
- How ALFās new Atascadero hub could boost food access in Santa Margarita
Also on today's calendar: Cayucos Antique Street Fairee and 7 more events.
Today's riddle: Why should you never iron a 4-leaf colver? š¤ (Answer below!)
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- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 83 and low of 50 degrees.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 87, low: 53. š¶ Hot!
- Friday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 90 and low of 54 degrees.
š° News we're reading
ā¢ Pozo Saloon is coming back. What's planned for beloved SLO County institution? (fresnobee.com) ā A long-quiet corner of Santa Margarita is set to come alive again as Pozo Saloon moves toward reopening by summer 2027. New owners have secured key permits and plan to carefully restore the historic concert and BBQ venue while sharing renovation progress with the community. Expect more music, gatherings, and visitors returning to this beloved local landmark. 
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ā¢ ALF Food Pantry gets green light to renovate new Atascadero location (pasoroblesdailynews.com) ā A major food lifeline for North County is expanding, and that includes Santa Margarita residents who rely on ALF Food Pantry. The nonprofit has permits to renovate a larger Atascadero site, promising more storage, parking, and capacity while continuing to serve Santa Margarita and nearby communities. Locals can donate or volunteer now to help finish the new facility before the holidays. Ā Ā Ā
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Upcoming Events in
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ā Featured events ā
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SLO Oktoberfest ā
Alex Madonna Expo Center, 120 Madonna Rd, San Luis Obispo
1:00 pm
Saturday October 3
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Other local events
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Safe & Skilled Sisters Of Education (SASSE) Event 2026 ā
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Cascade Peak & Buena Vista Railway Open Day ā
Cascade Peak & Buena Vista Railway, 6450 Park Hill Road, Santa Margarita
10:00 am -
Cascade Peak & Buena Vista Railway Open Day ā
Cascade Peak & Buena Vista Railway, 6450 Park Hill Road, Santa Margarita
10:00 am -
Walk to School Day - Meet ar SM Park 8:00am
Santa Margarita Elementary Santa Margarita, CA 93453
8:00 am -
October Luncheon ā
The Porch Cafe, 22322 El Camino Real, Santa Margarita
11:30 am -
Santa Margarita Book Club ā
Santa Margarita Library, 9630 Murphy Ave, Santa Margarita
10:30 am -
NMF Smoke Show - Burnout Competition ā
Santa Margarita Ranch, Santa Margarita
11:00 am -
Fremont Theater ā
Fremont Theater, 1035 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo
7:00 pm -
Cayucos Antique Street Fairee ā
7:00 am
Friday October 2
Saturday October 3
Sunday October 4
Wednesday October 7
Saturday October 10
Sunday October 18
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š Events Nearby
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September Restaurant Fundraiser- Chipotle (4:00p-8:00p)
Chipotle Mexican Grill, 6435 Morro Rd, Atascadero
4:00 pm -
Alison Krauss ā
Vina Robles Amphitheatre & Box Office, 3800 Mill Rd, Paso Robles
7:30 pm -
Walk & Roll to School Day
San Gabriel Elementary Atascadero, CA 93422
7:45 am
Wednesday September 30
Friday October 2
Wednesday October 7
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Domino's Pizza posted a job opening for (7891) Arroyo Grande: Delivery Driver in Arroyo Grande. Apply here.
- Chedraui USA posted a job opening for Service Clerk - 358 Arroyo Grande in Arroyo Grande. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Santa Margarita here.
š Nearby News
Atascadero
- We Are Atascadero Pride to host National Coming Out Day picnic Oct. 11 (atowndailynews.com)
- Atascadero adopts 2045 General Plan update (atowndailynews.com)
- Winds, heat, critically dry brush raise fire risk in Atascadero this week (atowndailynews.com)
San Luis Obispo
- SLO County Moves Up Ballot Mailing & Drop Box Openings (keyt.com)
- Cal Poly launches website with new details on proposed West Campus development (ksby.com)
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