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ArchivesApril 2003 
Hanging Ten at Hanger One
Coming to you from the shores of the Oakland Estuary, from the very building where the Red Trains of yore were maintained before the sad shutting down of the region’s interconnected ferry/rail system: the vodka of the moment. Hanger One is an exquisitely blended concoction of grapes, wheat and, most especially, distilled fruits culled from Northern California’s finest farms. Our new featured food and wine editor Steve Smith, General Manager of the late, great Lapis restaurant visits with the proprietor and distiller of St. George’s. More... 
I Lunch for a Living II
Back by popular demand! This time, the victim is Steve Clemens is the manager for the Ferry Plaza Farmer’s Market in San Francisco, which is operated by the Center for Urban Education About Sustainable Agriculture (CUESA). More... 
Roger Rabbit Whodunit: GM to Blame?
Almost everyone accepts that GM plotted to buy up some transit companies and replace streetcars with new GM busses. Did GM actually buy electric traction companies and replace streetcars with busses? You betcha. Was it an illegal conspiracy to destroy streetcars? Our redoubtable investigative reporter Guy Span, S.D. tells all. More... 
Spectacular New Oakland Waterfront Park
As Oakland grew into a larger and larger seaport, it’s waterfront became more and more separated from the local community. In fact, many never knew that their city had a waterfront, in spite of the city’s 19 miles of shoreline from the Bay Bridge to the San Leandro city line. As the Oakland Navy Supply Depot is transformed into the Middle Harbor Shoreline Park and Habitat, Oakland opens the door to its waterfront. More... Letter tothe EditorI was interested to see the article on steam in the last issue, since steam power is one of my favorite old technologies, which may have applications for the future as well as the past. Steam plants can use a wide range of fuels and can have very low emissions, so they may be worthwhile. More... Bay CrossingsJournal Southern CrossStephen Stills and David Crosby don’t tuck their shirts into their pants anymore. Wide chested men, both. They sport their California rags with pride. David’s face has taken on a pink flora patina. Stephen has a raspy beard. His gray hair doesn’t flow in silken white curvelets like David’s. More... 
Port of Call: Aqaba, Jordan
"We’ve taken Aqaba," mutters a crusty Peter O’Toole when he encounters a tad bit of difficulty ordering a lemonade with ice at the British officer’s club in Cairo because of his turban and robes, filthy and tattered after crossing the Sinai to report his victory. The small port town he had recently conquered was a critical gateway to a large area of southern Palestine and what is today Jordan. More... LibationsFrom Vine to Wine Lolonis Wines — a winery with millions of employees: Ladybugs More... 
Marin County Supervisor Kinsey to Head Regional Transportation Agency
Marin County Supervisor Steve Kinsey has been elected chair of the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) by his fellow commissioners at a regularly scheduled meeting of the 19-member policy board. Elected to serve as vice chair of MTC was Jon Rubin, who represents the mayor of San Francisco on the Commission. Each will serve a two-year term. More... Bridges, Ferryboats and GridlockAmong the many joys of an ex-San Franciscan’s return visits are the always-exhilarating views. Especially mesmerizing is the panorama seen while munching a sandwich at The Ramp in China Basin. More... Oleta Adams to Star at PortFest 2003On Saturday, June 7th, the soulful Oleta Adams will take to the main stage at PortFest 2003, the Port of Oakland’s annual free festival at the waterfront that draws some 25,000 people to Jack London Square. More... 
Steve Kinsey on Congestion Management in Marin
An Interview by Wes Starratt, Senior Writer More... Ferry NewsFederal Funding Includes First Fuel-Cell Ferry and Other Maritime Projects More... "Play Ball! Package" At San Francisco’s Harbor Court HotelRoot for the San Francisco Giants this baseball season with the Harbor Court Hotel’s "Play Ball! Package." Located on San Francisco’s scenic waterfront and near PacBell Park, the Harbor Court Hotel’s "Play Ball! Package" includes: More... Bay CrossingsCuisineBarclay’s Sheppard’s Pie – a Scottish Tradition More... Bay CrossingsWorking WaterfrontModern Sailing Academy More... Bay CrossingsBoating CalendarApril 5, Opening Day on the Delta April 6, Daylight Savings Begins!!! More... 
Opening Day Parade 2003 on SF Bay
Grand Marshal to Founder of Boat U.S. Richard Schwartz More... Pacific Sail Expo 2003April 23-27th Sails in to Jack London Marina More... 
Boat Shows By Boat, Plane or Train
Two Shows in Oakland - Just get there! More... Hotel Housed in Historic 1909 Fisherman’s Wharf Warehouse to Open in September 2003San Francisco-based Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants announced the opening of the Argonaut Hotel, to be housed in the historic Haslett Warehouse located in the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park at Fisherman’s Wharf. More... 
WTA TransitWorks
Labor and Transit Activists Lobby for New Transit Dollars from Proposed Bridge Toll Increase More... Bay CrossingsPoetrySouthbound Train to Santa Barbara More... Sierra Grand Opening!The Sierra of Jack London district held its Grand Opening celebration in mid March. Models are now open for viewing using the new lobby elevator. Sierra’s sales staff can handle all your needs, from showing off the variety of living and live work spaces available, to arranging financing if needed, to assisting in closing escrow. More... Photo UnrealismNear empty street, tripod in hand More... |
