Latest News...
• Centennial Commemorative Memorabilia still available!
Please visit our Memorabilia page to learn how to obtain Centennial apparel, wine glasses, books and more.

• Centennial Essay Contest Winners Announced...
(details).

• Centennial Bike Ride Photos
Photos from the Century Bike Ride are available for purchase from Captivating Sports and Events photos.

• Local historian Jean Hubbard recounts Arroyo Grande's history in her series featured in the Times Press Recorder.

Upcoming Events
...at a glance

June - September
Summer Concert Series
Each concert will celebrate the music of one of the ten decades from 1911 to 2011. Click here to download the 2011 concert schedule.

June - August
SCHS Presents the
Summer Historical Theatre

The South County Historical Society presents a free, family-friendly summer program of short theatre pieces every Saturday at 2 PM at the IOOF Hall (details).

September 23rd & 24th
Harvest Festival & Parade
Old-fashioned family fun abounds at the Harvest Festival. The Harvest Festival serves as a tribute to agriculture, the area's leading industry. Among the many attractions are a parade, toe-tapping entertainment, agricultural exhibits, and an array of food, game, and arts and crafts booths. (details)

 

• Centennial Commemorative Memorabilia now available!
Please visit our Memorabilia page to learn how to obtain Centennial apparel, wine glasses, books and more.

Public involvement for this historic event is encouraged through a sponsorship program which includes recognition opportunities in the new Centennial Park to be constructed in the heart of the Village near the Swinging Bridge. In addition, Colorful Centennial Banners will hang from lampposts throughout the city with the names of the participating sponsors. Sponsorships provide an excellent way to promote your business or recognize your family, while supporting this important community celebration.

The Centennial Celebration will provide an important opportunity for community pride, unity, heritage and fun! Be a part of this once in a lifetime event by becoming an official sponsor.

Sponsorship Opportunities (download application)
The following sponsorship opportunities exist for individuals, families, businesses and community organizations:
(recognition inclusion for bricks, plaques and printed materials ends March 19, 2011)

PLATINUM LEVEL:
($10,000 or above)

• Donors will be recognized as a Major Sponsor in all Centennial Celebration promotional materials and signs.
• Donor’s names will appear on a street banner during the entire year, except for the months of September and May.
• Donor’s names will appear on a special permanent Centennial Celebration Bronze Dedication Plaque in Centennial Park.

GOLD LEVEL:
($5,000)

• Donors will be recognized as a Major Sponsor in all Centennial Celebration promotional materials and signs.
• Donor’s names will appear on a street banner during the entire year, except for the months of September and May.
• Donor’s names will appear on a permanent 8” by 8” Centennial Park Brick.

SILVER LEVEL:
($2,500)

• Donors will be recognized as a Major Sponsor of one of the Centennial Celebration events.
• Donor’s names will appear on a street banner during the entire year, except for the months of September and May.
• Donor’s names will appear on a permanent 8” by 4” Centennial Park Brick.

BRONZE LEVEL:
($1,000)

• Donor’s names will appear on a street banner during the entire year, except for the months of September and May.
• Donor’s names will appear on a permanent 4” by 4” Centennial Park Brick.

BANNER SPONSOR:
($400 for individuals and families / $500 for businesses and organizations)

• Donor’s names will appear on a street banner during the entire year, except for the months of September and May.

COMMEMORATIVE DONOR:
($100)

• Donor will receive a personalized commemorative plaque in recognition of their participation to display in their business or home.



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Sponsorship donations may be tax deductible