Activities

Saturday, 11 October 2025. 6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. Santa Rosa Church, 1174 Main St., Cambria . International Observe the Moon Night is a time to come together with fellow Moon enthusiasts and curious people worldwide. NASA invites everyone on Earth to learn about lunar science and exploration, take part in celestial observations, and honor cultural and personal connections to the Moon. Observe the Moon Night occurs annually in September or October, when the Moon is around first quarter ― a great phase for evening observing. Speakers tell us about the heavens, share stunning images of the moon, the stars and other deep space entities, and we will provide powerful telescopes for viewing. To learn more, visit https://moon.nasa.gov/observe-the-moon-night/about/overview/. $15 donation is requested. Proceeds from this event go toward assisting downtown and Moonstone businesses to upgrade to Dark Sky-friendly lighting.

September 2025 (date TBD). Noon to 3 p.m. Cambria Historical Museum gardens, Center and Burton Squibbing Day is Cambria’s Fall cleanup day, named for Paul and Louise Squibb, owners of the historic Squibb House. When out walking, the Squibbs picked up any trash that detracted from Cambria’s attractive ambience. They did this so frequently that they became well known for tidying up the town. Others often joined them, and picking up trash while strolling around Cambria became known as Squibbing. Eventually, SLO County Supervisors designated May 1 as the town’s official Squibbing Day. Beautify Cambria has resurrected this tradition. Pick up your collection bag, gloves and other equipment at Cambria Historical Museum gardens. Come any time between noon and 3 p.m. Free cookies and lemonade!

Sunday, 4 May 2025. Noon to 4 p.m. at Cambria Historical Museum gardens, Center Street and Burton Drive. To help bring attention to the plight of bees and other pollinators, Beautify Cambria has hosted an annual Bee Faire (now the Bee, Butterfly & Bat Faire) with support from the Cambria Historical Society. This is a free event with a silent auction. Bee-related products are available for purchase, speakers inform on topics including Amazing Bees, The Importance of Bats and more, a spectacular photo exhibit reveals the beauty of bees, butterflies & bats in stunning detail, and there are plenty of kid-friendly activities.