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June 2012

Around the bay in June 2012

Thatfs the physics theory behind the Tony Hawk–Rad Science Exhibit at UC Berkeleyfs Lawrence Hall of Science that answers the question: How can a visit to a local skatepark demonstrate important physics principles? More...

WATERFRONT ACTIVITIES June 2012

This two-hour skippered charter is designed to provide folks who are considering getting into sailing with a real glimpse of the sport, our club and our people. Cost is $40. More...

VETERAN PRESIDENT OF BAY TOURS, FERRIES AND CRUISE SERVICES TO TAKE THE HELM AT PIER 39

PIER 39 recently announced a series of management changes, including the forthcoming retirement of President/CEO Robert S. MacIntosh. Succeeding MacIntosh will be Taylor Safford, current president of Blue & Gold Fleet. More...

Heroic Spectacles and Sublime Art

June is typically a cold month in fog-bound San Francisco, but a series of events should brighten the days for those who appreciate opera, photography and golf. More...

Summer Sailstice Celebration Marks 12th Year

Sailors around the world are making plans to celebrate the sailing lifestyle by getting out on the water for Summer Sailstice on Saturday, June 23—the weekend closest to the summer solstice. More...

A Summer of Outdoor Fun at Jack London Square

Summer has arrived and the Jack London Square waterfront offers a myriad of ways to enjoy the season. From evening concerts and outdoor dining to open-air film, dancing and shopping events, Jack London Square has an array of opportunities for all to enjoy the longer days and warm evenings. More...

Energy Team Wins Dramatic Venice Fleet Racing Championship

On the final day of America’s Cup World Series racing in Venice last month, Loïck Peyron continued to demonstrate the form he had shown during the whole event, leading his Energy Team to a spectacular win. More...

SCOW SCHOONER ALMA

All over the world, sailing craft have evolved to meet the specific needs of particular locations. Independent invention responded to those needs—needs that were at the same time generic to all sailing craft and unique to the location and the technology available at the time. More...

Contaminated Land Finds Brighter Future in Renewable Energy

Options are limited when property owners—including federal agencies, state and local governments and private individuals—find themselves with contaminated land on their hands. More...

First New Ferry Route in 20 Years Launches Between East Bay and South San Francisco

San Francisco Bay Ferry’s much-anticipated service between the East Bay and South San Francisco will launch on Monday, June 4, giving commuters a fast, stress-free alternative to the daily grind of traffic on the Bay Bridge and along Highway 101. More...

World Oceans Day: A Time for Reflection

As a Bay Area native, one of the things I have always loved about living here is the California coastline. I have spent plenty of time marveling at the magnificent span of the ocean, and I imagine that countless other Bay Area residents share my sentiments. More...

The Clean Water Act (Also Known As the Law That Made the Bay Smell Better) Turns 40

In the 1960s and early 70s, San Francisco Bay just plain stank. Raw or partly treated sewage entered the Bay in 83 places. Refineries, smelters, pesticide manufacturers and other industrial facilities pumped their waste directly into the Bay. More...

Captain Laura Smith

Captain Laura Smith is a new member of the Blue & Gold Fleet crew, but not new to the job. "I’ve been at Blue & Gold for four or five months now," she said. "I worked at Harbor Bay Maritime for 17 years, 16 of those driving. Since Harbor Bay went out of business, Blue & Gold got our contract." More...

Port of San Francisco to Host Foreign Trade Zone Seminar

The Port of San Francisco, grantee of Foreign Trade Zone #3, will hold a half-day seminar for parties interested in learning about the benefits of the Foreign Trade Zones (FTZ) program on Thursday, June 7 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Port’s office at Pier 1 in San Francisco. More...

Dutra Wins Brannan Street Wharf Construction Contract

Dutra Construction was recently awarded a contract with the Port of San Francisco to redevelop the Brannan Street Wharf into a major new open space in the heart of the South Beach neighborhood. More...

Airport Committee Recommends More Flights for Oakland, San Jose

Forecasting the number of passengers at Bay Area airports to soar to 101.3 million in 2035 from 58.4 million last year and 60.6 million in the pre-recession year of 2007, a new report by the Regional Airport Planning Committee (RAPC) recommends a range of strategies to meet the Bay Area’s future airline passenger and air cargo needs. More...

ON OUR COVER June 2012

San Francisco Bay Ferry’s much-anticipated service between the East Bay and South San Francisco will launch on Monday, June 4, giving commuters a fast, stress-free alternative to the daily grind of traffic on the Bay Bridge and along Highway 101 More...