It isn't easy to describe a transformational experience, precisely because the experience goes…read morebeyond words. But that is what I got, when I was simply looking for more tools to jumpstart me out of my writer's block. Wow. Penny Nichols has created the safest environment I've ever been in as a songwriter. I felt like I was 14 again, in the artist's camp of my dreams, and I never wanted to leave. It is profoundly moving to watch people blossom in this environment. I would recommend this program to all songwriters at ANY level in their development. As long as I can afford to go, I will be there. It is worth twice the price.

A fantastic place to learn songwriting, performing, and musical skills. Very supportive…read moreenvironment. Located in a beautiful area with lots of nature around.

An incredible organization that puts on incredible weekend retreats for adults to connect, play,…read moreand learn in safe emotional and physical environments. There's improv, of course, but also amazing social activities, great food, and great camp sites.

LIFECHANGING for an improv performing. An absolute MUST. These wonderful improvisors know how to…read moreput together a curriculum that will blow your socks off. This is how my days at camp went: Wake up Eat incredibly delicious food it was unworthy of being called 'camp' food Learn Improv from some one incredible, be pushed and make a new discovery Eat incredibly delicious food (with VEGAN and GLUTEN FREE options!) Spend time walking around the beautiful camp grounds, play with modge podge, throw axes, or shoot archery Learn Improv from some one ELSE incredible - have mind blown again Eat incredibly delicious food - stuff's self silly Go get shit faced in town with new friends Go get your improv on with these guys, they know how to do it.

Love this place. Great local beers on tap…read more Super friendly staff. They make you feel like family.

I wanted to really love this place and there is definitely potential. My excitement was that we…read morecould walk in and grab a glass of wine and relax with dim lighting. I walked up to the bar/ counter and the gal working was washing wine glasses. She didn't acknowledge us or even say, 'I'll be right w you", that's important - say hello, welcome your customers. Unfortunately the service was meh. She finally got our order and my glass of wine was $15. I woulda been ok with that except that she poured it in a wine glass that was full of spots. That's a huge no for me. Especially when it's a nice wine. My companion and i found a cozy spot and unfortunately the employee spoke to a customer at the bar the entire time and never offered any customer service. This place could have potential with better service.

As I was visiting the town of Cambria, I decided to drive through the town to see what it had to…read moreoffer. I happen upon the Cambria Historical Museum. And I do love a good museum and history lesson. The museum is on the corner of Burton and Center Streets in the East Village. It's housed in the Guthrie/Bianchini house which is one of the oldest homes in town that was built in 1870. The museum is staffed by an all volunteer staff, so currently the open hours are limited to Saturday and Sunday 1pm-4pm. I didn't stop by during these times. The lot is open to walk about which I did. Not much to look at on the lot unlike the Templeton Museum. I took one of the paper pamphlet of the town's historic waking tour. Those were stacked on the porch near the front door. Using the provided map and opening the printed QR code (which links to the website); we were able to navigate the self guided tour on our own. The website had additional info of the history of each site. I thought this was a super cool and cleverly modern way to offer info on the town's history. I wished I had more time to walk the entire tour and imagine how things looked in Cambria in the late 1800s. Cambria is a small coastal town established in 1866 with a current population of less than 6000 with a European history going back to the Spanish land grants and to the native history of the Chumash people before that. Rich, diverse history. Plus a side note, for a slight populated community, shout out to recognize the volunteers that keep the ... museum, archive, library bookstore, community reserve garden, Chinese Temple, Santa Rosa Schoolhouse, lighthouse lens display, and so much more going. Impressive!

My husband and I have been visiting Cambria once or twice a year for nearly 30 years. Not once…read morehave we been able to visit this Museum because, every time we go there, we are greeted with a sign on the closed door saying they are closed for one reason or another. We were in Cambria in April of 2021. I complained about this fact to my friend Diane who is a resident. She told me that the staffing problem had been resolved. I think she said they were replacing the wealthy volunteers who always had more important things to do with actual employees who would want to work in order to get paid. Yeah, right. In preparation for this visit, I went on-line and found that their hours are "Friday through Sunday 1-4 PM and Monday 10 AM - 1PM." So my husband and I drove into town and parked nearby. When he got to the closed front door, it said that they had closed in January due to COVID. (Two years in.) I get a lot of emails from the Cambria Historical Museum. They seem to open when a Local has a book signing or other event. But, boy oh boy, they are 'never' open to the public. Maybe if they'd open their danged doors consistently during posted hours, they'd earn enough money to keep their doors open. Maybe it's a Catch-22. I don't know but I do know that "they" (whoever is in charge) really should be ashamed at themselves for not making this Museum available to the public. Lest you suspect that I'm exaggerating, please notice that there are only two reviews. That is because the Museum IS NEVER OPEN!

We visited in early April at the tail end of a wine-tasting road trip from Sacramento to Carmel…read moreValley and Paso Robles. This add on was one of the highlights of the whole trip. There is indoor and outdoor seating on a cozy patio. After walking the Cambria boardwalk on a windy day we opted to sit at the bar indoor and glad we did as we got to know Michael who is super nice and provided outstanding service and information about the wine makers and the wines. Moonstone is a short, BEAUTIFUL drive from Paso Robles. We def recommend you make the trip to enjoy their wonderful wines.

Amazing staff. Thank you Michael and Shaye. Great service…read moreand delicious wine. Thank you for the great hospitality and super wine

Black Hand Winery, Cambria, CA - December 1, 2023…read more We came in for a quick taste on a Friday afternoon. Owner/winemaker, Tom, was behind the bar and greeted us in his usual friendly way. We're wine club members. We only had about half an hour to taste, so we sped through the the tasting menu. This is a nice little tasting room with a bar and sofa, chairs, and table inside, and numerous small tables and chairs outside in a small courtyard that is enclosed on three sides looking out to the street. Black Hand does mostly red varietals, and that's what we tried on this day - Grenache, Tempranillo, Merlot, Cab. Sauv., Petite Verdo, and Sarah. Tom is a great wine maker, and we always enjoy everything he puts in front of us. The prices here are reasonable, and wine club members get 25% off their wine and 35% off on cases. Cost per bottle ranges from about $40-$50. Tastings are free for up to four people if you are member; otherwise, it's $15 per tasting waived with the purchase of two bottles.

Friendly service and a spartan tasing room. A very skimpy tasting, less than a once of three wines…read more(they were out of the fourth) for $15. Will not be back.

Artifacts Gallery offers a diverse collection of creative works featuring both local talent and…read morenational artists. With a plethora of unique, choice creations of art glass, bronze sculptures and many types of multimedia works, including jewelry and distinctive gift offerings, one is sure to find that piece (or pieces!) that would perfectly complement or uplift your personal space, or find that one-of-a-kind gift for that special someone (including yourself!). The professional staff is extremely welcoming and knowledgeable. They let you explore at your leisure without pressure, and if asked, they talk freely to help bring your needs, wants and wishes into fruition.

As mentioned by another reviewer, the abundance of AI art in this gallery is appalling. Its…read morepresence in the gallery is an insult to the other actual artists who are actually worth anything at all. Even worse, the AI art is mixed in with the actual art, clearly in an attempt to trick potential buyers into believing the con. Even when it's put in its own section they label it simply as "digital art" which is obviously misleading. Adding to this, a lot of the AI art is "authored" by one Thad Markham, who on further inspection is the owner of the gallery. This is absolutely heinous. AI art isn't just digital, it's an algorithmic Frankenstein of thousands of real artists. AI art is theft, and it's incredibly disappointing to see it in a gallery like this.