More Bridge Seismic Work Ahead By Brenda KahnPublished: December, 2009 Bay Area bridges have been in the spotlight this fall with a series of events that have given the region’s residents a heightened awareness of the imperative to complete the process of bringing the spans up to current earthquake standards. Taking center stage was […]
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Jack London Square Lights Up for the Holidays
Published: December, 2009 A new tradition begins in Oakland this year, an interactive holiday light spectacular sure to delight revelers throughout the season. On Friday, December 4, city officials and Miss California will join with a cast of musicians, dancers, and cartoon characters to mark the start of the holidays with the official “lighting […]
Unique Holiday Gifts from Richmond’s Shores
Published: December, 2009 The holiday season is once again upon us, and it’s time to start seeking out the perfect gifts for the special people in your life. It is always a good idea to shop locally—this year in particular has been hard on local businesses, which could certainly use the help of your […]
Upgraded Capitol Corridor Trains to Deliver Huge Benefits Across Region
By Bill PicturePublished: December, 2009 Last year, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) tightened emission standards for diesel-powered locomotives. Along with cleaner-burning grades of diesel, these new standards are expected to reduce emissions by up to 90 percent by 2030. After announcing the new rules in March 2008, the EPA partnered with the […]
Working the Capitol for a Healthier San Francisco Bay
By Deb SelfPublished: December, 2009 At the beginning of the 2009 California Legislative Session, there were few reasons to be optimistic about the prospect of passing new laws to protect San Francisco Bay. California’s budget shortfall had reached billions of dollars, and Governor Schwarzenegger had signaled his intent to veto most of the bills that […]
Right-of-Way Rules Yield the Best Results
By Captain RayPublished: December, 2009 I have been sailing the Bay four or five days a week for more than 22 years, and on only two occasions have I been the only boat on the water. Usually, there are many types of vessels using the waters of San Francisco Bay. In addition to other sailboats like […]
Mega-Yachts Flock to Warmer Waters for the Winter
Published: December, 2009 Now is the season for mega-yachts to retreat from cold arctic waters to the warmer climes of the tropics. En-route, a growing number of them are making use of the convenient dry-docking and complete maintenance facilities of Bay Ship & Yacht on San Francisco Bay, both for routine maintenance and major […]
Damrau Reflects on S.F. Opera Debut
By Paul DuclosPublished: December, 2009 Diana Damrau, the effervescent coloratura soprano who made her San Francisco Opera debut in the title role of The Daughter of the Regiment this season, met with Paul Duclos for a brief interview shortly before her final performance. Duclos: What do you find as the most challenging aspect of playing […]
WATERFRONT ACTIVITIES DECEMBER 2009
Published: December, 2009 Every Saturday 12PM – 2PM or 2:30PM – 4:30PM – Introduction to Sailing Course, OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.comThis two-hour skippered charter is designed to provide folks who are considering getting into sailing a real glimpse of the sport, our club and our people. Cost $30. December 2 6PM – 8PM – Decorative Knot Tying, Club […]
MTC Weighs Plans for Bay Area Bridge Toll Hikes
Published: December, 2009 Over the past decade, the Bay Area toll bridges have been strengthened to meet modern seismic safety standards and bridge tolls were raised to help pay those costs. But more revenue is needed to get the job done, and especially to bring the remaining two spans — the Antioch Bridge and the […]