Published: February, 2005 Several otherwise reasonable and intelligent friends have been singing the praises of a new movie called “White Noise.” I found myself paying attention because one of these friends is a confirmed skeptic and a champion of the raised eyebrow. The movie concerns EVP (Electronic Voice Phenomenon). A web search of the term […]
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Breakfast by the Bay Ferry Building’s Breakfast Opportunities
By Paul Redman Published: February, 2005 Reporting for duty, ground zero, gourmet food heaven in San Francisco. Foggy outside, early morning hours, and many commuters going to work. At the Ferry Building, a breakfast trade is booming, or trying to. My chronicle of this momentous event spans a work week, delving into different tastes, and […]
Giant Storms in LA Affect Bay Area
Published: February, 2005 Nearly two weeks of rain in the Los Angeles basin preceded the killer storm of January 12th that caused severe flooding, high tides, and mudslides. The already service-clogged Union Pacific Railroad lost one third of its capacity as the storm washed away roadbeds, bridges, and dumped mud and debris over the […]
Dispatch from Dogpatch
Published: February, 2005 Thinking about my patch of waterfront, in light of the disastrous Tsunami in Indonesia, gave me pause as a San Franciscan who lives on a peninsula. The communities that cloister around the inlets, bays, and deltas are vulnerable to the powers of the sea. I now look at these communities with a […]
Crab Fest Fever
Published: February, 2005 From the start of the ’04/’05 crab season,the catch has been excellent. During the months of February and March, Crab Fests are being hosted all around the San Francisco Bay Area. The biggest Crab Fest is being held at Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco, and everyone is invited. The Fisherman’s Wharf Business […]
Bay Crossings Calendar
Published: February, 2005 San Francisco Bay Area is the one of the most romantic locations in the world. Even on a foggy day the images and sights of the Bay area capture the imaginations of painters, photographers and help to make the hearts of lovers soar. San Francisco is surrounded by equally unique, fun and […]
Bay Bridge Follies
Published: February, 2005 Surely, matters could not possibly be screwier than they are just now in the matter of the Bay Bridge rehab. While the bridge totters in urgent need of rehabilitation, our “leaders” wallow in he-said, she-said, telling us, “Who, me worry?” and “It is not my job.” Who’s supposedly in charge […]
New Horizons at Webster Street’s Arts & Crafts Campus
Published: February, 2005 If one of your New Year’s Resolutions was to learn something new this year, the businesses on Webster Street are eager to help. On Thursday, February 17, the first monthly Third Thursday Arts & Crafts Campus on Webster Street offers classes, demonstrations, and other learning opportunities. There’s something for everyone. Needle In […]
Love, Lust, and Heartbreak,
Published: February, 2005 Photographic artist Gabrielle Gianella and her muse, Fernando, will be featured among the contestant winners displayed celebrating the Valentine’s Day theme, Love, Lust, and Heartbreak. The main artist reception was held along with the monthly First Friday Open Arts showing at the Gallery Behind the Blue Door from 6pm to 9pm. The […]
Letter tothe Editor
Published: February, 2005 Since you’re apparently reluctant to check a few facts, let the facts come to you: 1. Both the ACE and the Capitol Corridor trains have nearly exhausted the track capacity available to them. This problem will only get worse. That fact was lost on the Grand Jury, too. 2. Construction on the […]