Published: September, 2012 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. Looking to mix up your fitness experience? Debuting September 6th and 20th from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the end of Broadway at Jack London Square is […]
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Making Waves for Women with Cancer
Published: September, 2012 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. The event is open to paddle sport enthusiasts of all abilities, including first-timers. There will be three courses: a three-mile course […]
THE STORY OF CALIFORNIA’S STATE PARKS CAPTURED IN CALIFORNIA FOREVER
Published: September, 2012 On 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. Together, the two one-hour programs remind viewers of the importance of California’s state parks as well as their priceless legacy. […]
WATERFRONT ACTIVITIES September 2012
Published: September, 2012 Every Saturday 9:30AM – 11:30AM, 12PM – 2PM & 2:30PM – 4:30PM – Introduction to Sailing Course – OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com 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. Every Wednesday […]
Around the bay in September 2012
Published: September, 2012 Fourth Annual Taste of DowntownSan Rafael 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 […]
ON OUR COVER August 2012
Published: August, 2012 After more than a year of anticipation, the Bay Area will finally get a taste of what the America’s Cup races are all about during the America’s Cup World Series this August and October. These races will set the stage for the main events in 2013, introducing Bay Area residents and visitors […]
July Was All About Oakland
By Patrick Burnson Published: August, 2012 The month of July saw a number of momentous events at the Port of Oakland, underlining the ocean cargo gateway’s progressive and enterprising spirit. The third largest port in California also continued to help state shippers move exports key to our economic recovery. First, the port welcomed U.S. Secretary […]
The America’s Cup Express Rolls into San Francisco
BC STAFF REPORT Published: August, 2012 Just over one year ago, ORACLE TEAM USA’s first two AC45s, Nos. 4 and 5, departed San Francisco bound for a voyage that took them to Portugal, the U.K., Italy and the east and west coasts of the United States. Last month the boats returned home—one of them, No. […]
Captain Burke Beardsley
By Matt Larson Published: August, 2012 A Tiburon native and current Napa resident, Captain Burke Beardsley of Blue & Gold Fleet began voyaging the waterways of the San Francisco Bay with his father when he was just seven years old. Now you can find him at the helm of the San Francisco Bay Ferry’s Vallejo […]
America’s Cup Legacy: The Greening of the Port of San Francisco
By Deb Self Published: August, 2012 The America’s Cup races give us thrilling views of the world’s fastest sailboats—and a great opportunity to put into practice our commitment to a healthy, thriving San Francisco Bay. One legacy of the America’s Cup will be less polluted storm water in the Bay. As San Francisco piers are […]






