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By Patrick Burnson Published: February, 2016 On the eve of the 2016 Super Bowl, the Oakland Raiders seem likely to remain here through next season. The Port of Oakland, however, had one of its key team members leave for greener pastures. Ports America, the largest stevedore and terminal operating company in the United States, is […]
By Matt Larson Published: February, 2016 We’re taking a detour from the personality profiles that typically appear in this space each month to provide you with some insight on how Golden Gate Ferry plans to prepare for the Bay Area’s event of the decade: Super Bowl 50. By the time you read this, the madness […]
By Sejal Choksi-Chugh Published: February, 2016 What happens in the Bay doesn’t always stay in the Bay. Case in point: Sand mining companies are digging up too much sand from the floor of San Francisco Bay, making erosion worse at San Francisco’s Ocean Beach. The erosion threatens sensitive shorebird habitat, a major sewer line and […]
By Bill Picture Published: February, 2016 Super Bowl 50’s organizers have devised a comprehensive sustainability plan that will allow this granddaddy of bowl games to leave a positive footprint on its host region. The hope is that it will also spark a torch of philanthropy and environmental stewardship that Super Bowls to come can build […]
Published: February, 2016 Super Bowl 50 marks a milestone in NFL history, celebrating not only the past 49 Super Bowls, but also an opportunity to set the bar for the next 50. The Bay Area knows how to celebrate, and this Super Bowl celebration will be like no other. For many, the Super Bowl is […]
Above are the detours around Super Bowl City. Expect heavy congestion along these streets and allow for more driving time than usual. If possible, bike, walk or take transit instead. Recommended bike detours are listed in green. Published: February, 2016 Street Closures Super Bowl City will lead to reroutes and detours for autos and bikes […]
By Paul Duclos Published: February, 2016 Few experiences are as collectively exciting as live sport and live music. Just days before Super Bowl 50 storms the Bay Area, the San Francisco Symphony and NFL Films invite you to meet them at the intersection of art and football with “NFL Films and the San Francisco Symphony: […]
By Mallory Johnson Published: February, 2016 It’s not hard to get lost in the hypnotic lure of jellies, whose graceful movements, peaceful demeanor and stunning appearance have a calming effect on many people. It’s no wonder these spineless wonders are an aquarium favorite. Jellies are mesmerizing animals with amazing attributes. Check out these 15 fascinating […]
By Captain Ray Published: February, 2016 Last month I wrote about a sailing trip that Tom (a co-worker at OCSC Sailing in the Berkley Marina) and I led in Greece last September. That column ended as we were leaving Plaka, a very small harbor on the Peloponnese, in search of shelter from an approaching storm. […]
Published: February, 2016 Every Fri-Sun 12:30PM/2PM – 90-minute SF Bay Sail – San Francisco Sailing Company, Pier 39 Marina, San Francisco, 415-378-4887, www.sailsf.com A private yacht experience for only $45, departs 3 times a day including two drinks: Beer, Wine, Soda or Water. Call (415) 378-4887 or go online to www.sailsf.com and book immediately. We […]