The 2015 Strictly Sail Pacific Boat Show cruises into Jack London Square Thursday, April 9 through Sunday, April 12 with all things sailing for the only all-sailboat show on the west coast.
Photo by Abner Kingman
Published: April, 2015
Come Sail Away
The 2015 Strictly Sail Pacific Boat Show cruises into Jack London Square Thursday, April 9 through Sunday, April 12 with all things sailing for the only all-sailboat show on the west coast. Sailboats of every size and budget will fill the grounds of Jack London Square, both in and out of the water, including sleek racers, family cruisers and luxury yachts. This four-day event will feature hundreds of the latest boats, gear, accessories, over one hundred free seminars, interactive activities for young aspiring sailors and more. From newbies to serious sailors, Strictly Sail Pacific is the place for people to immerse themselves in the sailing lifestyle, talk to experts, participate in hands-on seminars, learn new techniques and skills and view the latest marine gear. For more information, visit www.strictlysailpacific.com or call (401) 289-2540.
Sailing a Sea of Knowledge
Help fill the sails for on-board education on Sunday, April 11 from 6-9 p.m. at the annual fundraiser for Call of the Sea, an educational nonprofit with the mission of connecting people to the sea and maritime traditions. Music will be provided by the Waterfront Pickers, gourmet provisions by John Scopazzi and Davey Jones Deli along with libations of beer, wine and a signature beverage. There will also be a silent auction with proceeds going towards the awakening of generations of environmental stewards. The event takes place at 2330 Marinship Way in Sausalito. Tickets are $75 for adults, $30 under 21 and are on sale at callofthesea.org.
A Purrfect Night to Raise the Woof!
Join animal lovers from across the Bay Area to get creative, make some noise and Raise the Woof at Barkitecture 2015. The Humane Society of the North Bay’s biggest fundraiser of the year features an artful exhibit of whimsical, funky, chic and one-of-a-kind habitats built by the North Bay’s most creative animal lovers. Participants design and build luxury dog houses or hand-crafted kitty condos, and you are invited to vote on the habitats at the preview party at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, April 10 at Team Superstores on 301 Auto Mall/Columbus Parkway in Vallejo. This is a fun, all-ages celebration. There will also be a gala and auction at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 18 at McCormack Hall, Solano County Fairgrounds, 900 Fairgrounds Drive in Vallejo. Guests will enjoy a variety of savory dishes provided by local restaurants with wine and beer from some of our finest local wineries and breweries. The silent auction always includes a variety of fun and unique items. Tastings, premium wines, shopping sprees, specialty pet items and gift baskets are just a few of the previous silent auction offerings. Proceeds from Barkitecture benefit HSNB’s life-saving work for these animals, as well as help us provide support and humane education to the community at large. Tickets are $15 for the preview party (ages 10 and under are free) and $50 for the gala (ages 21 and over only). For more information, visit www.HSNB.org, email bark@hsnb.org or call (707) 853-5655.
Wagging Tails and War Tales
Join park rangers from the Rosie the Riveter/WWII Home Front National Historical Park for a dog-friendly walk-and-talk along Richmond’s Bay Trail on April 4 at 10 a.m. Bring your furry friend on leash and learn about the vital role that 10,000 American family dogs had in the American WWII defense effort. The two-mile walk will last approximately two hours. Meet rangers at the Point Isabel Regional Shoreline near the Sit and Stay Café. Rangers will lead some light stretching before embarking towards the Rosie the Riveter Memorial. Because the walk is not a loop, all participants will be responsible for finding their own way back to their car. There are parking lots at Point Isabel and also at Marina Bay Park. Space is limited to 30 people, so you must sign up by emailing lucien_sonder@nps.gov. Please include your phone number in your email message. Rain will cancel this event and aggressive dogs will be asked to leave.
Pitch In on Earth Day
The California State Parks Foundation’s Earth Day Restoration and Cleanup is April 18 at Angel Island State Park and other state parks in the Bay Area. More than 125 volunteers are needed at Angel Island for invasive plant removal, fence repair, dock cleanup and more. Also on that Saturday, 27 state parks across California will be the focus of the 17th Earth Day Restoration and Cleanup presented by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E). In addition to being a presenting sponsor, PG&E will provide its workforce at 11 state parks, but more than 2,000 volunteers are needed to help with environmental improvement projects statewide. This year, trails will be cleared for greater public access, campgrounds will be improved prior to the busy summer season, native and drought tolerant vegetation will be planted and trash will be removed to create a more welcoming environment for visitors. Businesses and individuals are sought to actively participate with their communities to help improve the quality, safety and preservation of California’s 279 amazing state parks. To volunteer on Earth Day, visit calparks.org/earthday or call (888) 98-PARKS. Space is limited, so advance registration by April 18 is required. Parking fees are waived for Earth Day volunteers.
Why Recycle When You Can Upcycle?
The Richmond Art Center is proud to announce the Third Annual Upcycle, a maker festival for the whole family to create, see and learn about the art of upcycling. This free event will take place on Saturday, April 25 from 1-4 p.m. Upcycling workstations will feature hands-on activities that creatively reuse materials otherwise headed for the landfill. Learn how to screen print patches, make bags from old ties and denim, create mosaics, weave rag rugs and create metal objects and recycled jewelry. This event will also feature activities by numerous participating organizations, including Urban Tilth and Bridge Art Space. Healthy snacks will be provided. Kids under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. The Richmond Art Center is located at 2540 Barrett Ave in Richmond. For class and exhibition information, please visit RichmondArtCenter.org or call (510) 620-6772.
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