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ArchivesSeptember 2012 
Around the bay in September 2012
The Fourth Annual Taste of Downtown San Rafael will be held rain or shine on Wednesday, September 19 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Located at a variety of locations throughout downtown San Rafael, the event offers a unique and fun way to enjoy hors d’oeuvres and wine from local eateries and wineries. More... WATERFRONT ACTIVITIES September 2012This 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... 
THE STORY OF CALIFORNIA’S STATE PARKS CAPTURED IN CALIFORNIA FOREVER
In September 12, Backcountry Pictures and KQED will present California Forever, a two-part PBS television special that tells the story of California’s magnificent state parks—from Yosemite in 1864 to the present day. More... 
Making Waves for Women with Cancer
California Canoe & Kayak is proud to sponsor the 12th annual Support Strokes Paddle Fundraiser on Saturday, September 29 at Jack London Square in Oakland, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. More... 
SEPTEMBER AT JACK LONDON SQUARE
Summer may be winding to a close, but September is one of the busiest event months at Jack London Square and offers something for everyone. More... 
Sausalito Art Festival Turns 60
The Sausalito Art Festival returns to its breathtaking waterfront village home for its 60th season to showcase the works of the finest local, national and international artists. More... 
Sports Venues Serve Art and Charity
Many commuters rely on the ferry to attend Giants baseball games, but each fall there’s another reason to venture over to the "yard." More... More Sailor Talk (No, Not That Kind!)I’ve written several columns about the fabled nautical origins of commonly used expressions, and this month I’ve got a few more for you. More... 
America’s Cup Action Thrills Bay Area Crowds
In the first round of America’s Cup racing in San Francisco last month, ORACLE TEAM USA captured the two championships of the AC World Series San Francisco, thrilling the capacity crowds who had front-row seats to close-quarter, fast-paced racing on San Francisco Bay. More... 
For Two Decades, Daring to Care
About Sparing the Air
The warmer temperatures heralding summer’s characteristically late arrival in the Bay Area also bring a greater likelihood of air pollution creeping up to unhealthy levels. More... 
Women Leading the Way Along the Working Waterfront of San Francisco
A quick look at the executive rosters at the Bay Area’s influential waterfront agencies and organizations reveals that women occupy many of the top spots. More... 
Aquarium Director Makes Widespread Contributions
As the director of both animal care and exhibits at San Francisco’s Aquarium of the Bay, Christina Slager does double duty. More... Oddball Creatures of San Francisco BayOne fish has lights on its stomach and wakes up houseboaters. Another gets a crab to give it dinner and a worm to build its house. More... 
Captain Kit Skow
The Harbor Emperor offered typically spectacular views on a recent afternoon, when Captain Kit Skow was the skipper for "Escape from the Rock," one of Blue & Gold Fleet’s many sightseeing tours. More... 
The San Francisco Bay Shoreline Guide: Your Passport to the Bay Trail
For most people, San Francisco Bay means a view. Its gleaming waters are typically seen from a distance, glimpsed as a sideways blur from a fast-moving car, briefly studied from a house or restaurant window, or momentarily admired from a hilltop. More... City Announces Warriors Waterfront Arena CommitteeMayor Edwin Lee recently announced a 16-member Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) has been formed to provide community input and help guide the public review and approval process for building a privately-financed, multi-purpose recreational facility on Piers 30-32 in time for the 2017-2018 NBA basketball season. More... Clean Cargo and Advanced EducationSan Francisco-based BSR, which has been promoting sustainable transport for the past 20 years, has made another significant contribution to our working waterfront. More... 
ON OUR COVER September 2012
A quick look at the executive rosters at the Bay Area’s influential waterfront agencies and organizations reveals that women occupy many of the top spots. More... |
