With the recent completion of the reconfigured Larkspur Ferry Terminal parking lot, to acknowledge the addition of new customer amenities for bicyclists added during the project, Golden Gate Larkspur Ferry is offering free ferry rides for bicyclists on weekends in May 2009, including Memorial Day.
Published: May, 2009
Bicyclists Ride Free On Regularly Scheduled Larkspur Ferry Trips
With the recent completion of the reconfigured Larkspur Ferry Terminal parking lot, to acknowledge the addition of new customer amenities for bicyclists added during the project, Golden Gate Larkspur Ferry is offering free ferry rides for bicyclists on weekends in May 2009, including Memorial Day. This special offer is available on: May 2 and 3; May 9 and 10; May 16 and 17; and May 23, 24 and 25. Bicyclists can board at either the Golden Gate Larkspur Ferry Terminal or Golden Gate San Francisco Ferry Terminal on a first-come, first-serve basis as space is limited for bikes aboard the vessels. The vessels will accommodate up to 40 bicycles during this special promotion. Along with the work necessary to add additional parking spaces, the existing bicycle path was restored to its original use—rather than being used for overflow parking as it had been. Additionally, the bike path was relocated at the Terminal entrance along the creek including the construction of a new bicycle bridge. Free rides do not apply to Sausalito, AT&T, or KaBoom (May 9) and Bay to Breakers services (May 17). For more information, call 511 (or 711 TDD) and say “Golden Gate Transit” or visit www.goldengate.org.
KaBoom!
The weather is often better in May than in July around the San Francisco waterfront, which great for being able to appreciate Northern California’s largest fireworks display synchronized to a “World Class Rock” soundtrack provided by KFOG. This year’s 16th Annual KaBoom on Piers 30/32 will feature music by Los Lonely Boys, Susan Tedeschi and Chuck Prophet. The event also features a Children’s Stage with continuous performances and plenty of food and beverages are available. The event, which started in 1994, used to be known as the KFOG Sky Concert. Saturday, May 9 at 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. For more information visit www.kfog.com.
Sail Back In Time On The Historic Alma
Haul line to raise the sails with National Park Service Rangers as you explore the Bay aboard the historic 60 foot Alma. Take in dazzling views and San Francisco’s riveting history: Native Americans, Spanish explorers, the Gold Rush, lighthouses, the Barbary Coast, Fisherman’s Wharf, earthquakes, shipbuilding and more! The last of her kind, Alma will transport you to a long ago era on this unique, hands-on, educational sailing program with the National Park Service. Boarding is at 12:30 p.m. for this three-hour sail which departs at 1:00 p.m. from Hyde Street Pier, at Hyde and Jefferson Streets. The historic Alma is U.S. Coast Guard-certified, can carry 40 passengers maximum, and is wheelchair accessible with assistance. Rough conditions are possible. The trip may be cancelled due to weather, or other safety concerns, at discretion of the captain. San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park includes a magnificent fleet of historic ships, Visitor Center, maritime museum, and library. Rates: $35 adult, $30 senior, $20 child, under six free with adult. Tickets purchased on day of sail at Hyde Street Pier ticket booth (opens at 9:30 a.m.). Programs in May are on May 9 and 30 and continue through November. For additional dates or more information call (415) 447-5000 or visit the park’s website at www.nps.gov/safr.
American Sailing League Speeds by PIER 39
The American Sailing League brings its Championship Series to PIER 39 on Saturday and Sunday May 30-31. These 18-foot customized sailboats are among the fastest and most exciting in the sport today. Their races combine all of the athletic skill of the X-Games with the breakneck speed and spectacular wipeouts of NASCAR. All races will run in full view at the Bay end of PIER 39, with these skiffs reaching more than three times the speed of average sailing yachts. The races will take place from noon to 5:00 p.m. and admission is free.
Jack London Square presents Dancing Under the Stars
Come to Jack London Square on Fridays for a free outdoor dance lesson held under the stars. Couples and singles of any age and experience are welcome. Instruction will be provided by the expert staff of Oakland’s Linden Street Dance Studio. For those who work up an appetite on the dance floor, Jack London Square restaurants will provide special prix fixe menus for the evening. Dancing Under the Stars is a series of free outdoor dance lessons offered every Friday from May 1 to July 3. A different style of dance will be taught each week, from Salsa, to Rumba, to Waltz. For more information, contact (510) 645-9292 or visit
www.jacklondonsquare.com.
Concerts at the Cove Return to Alameda
Concerts at the Cove begins its 11th season with a free outdoor performance by chamber music ensemble Quartet San Francisco from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 8 at Crab Cove in West Alameda. This is the first time a concert has been offered in May and the first time classical music has been part of the program. For the past 10 years, the concerts have been on the second Friday of June, July and August. The addition of a fourth concert to the series celebrates the 75th anniversary of the founding of the park district in 1934. Quartet San Francisco—led by nationally-renowned jazz violinist and founder Jeremy Cohen—incorporates a modern approach to chamber music as they swing and groove on both drastic and faithful re-arrangements of many genres. The quartet of two violinists, a violist and cellist have brought their unique blend of modern and traditional music to concert halls around the world since 2001. Premium beer, wine and food from West Alameda businesses will be on sale throughout the event. The Crab Cove Visitor Center, which is adjacent to the concert area, will be open until 7:30 p.m. each night during the concerts offering organized activities for families and children. Free parking is available at Crown Memorial Beach and parking lots at Santa Clara at Webster and Taylor at Webster. Free valet bicycle parking will be available from Bike Alameda at the concert site. For more information, visit www.westalamedabusiness.com.
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