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By Matt Larson Published: July, 2015 For a couple years now, Bay Crossings has highlighted in this column some amazing employees of the Bay Area ferry systems whose committed service makes the Bay Area’s world-class ferry service possible. And what can make a ferry ride on the Bay—with breathtaking views at every wake—even better? Why, […]
Published: July, 2015 The Port of San Francisco is undertaking a robust community process to update its Waterfront Land Use Plan, which sets policies for land use improvements on port-owned property. As part of that process, the port is looking for citizens who would like to serve on a working group that will hold […]
By Patrick Burnson Published: July, 2015 Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives about the passing of LeRoy King, the legendary waterfront labor advocate who died recently at the age of 91. “King served as Northern Regional Director of the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) for more […]
By Patrick Burnson Published: June, 2015 The ongoing infrastructure investment for the Port of Oakland may be paying big dividends soon if super-sized container vessels continue to make more inbound calls. Well over a dozen megaships have called here in the past 30 days. “We have prepared for these ships and they’re here to stay,” […]
Published: June, 2015 As part of the 15th annual worldwide Summer Sailstice celebration of sailing, many SailSFBay.org affiliate organizations are inviting Bay Area residents to come out for a sail on the Bay. For non-sailors, it’s an invitation to connect with sailing at one of the dozens of Bay Area sailing programs and facilities […]
Published: June, 2015 Dancing Under the Stars Returns Spend this summer grooving on the Oakland waterfront with Dancing Under the Stars. From experienced dancers to newbies, everyone is invited to kick up their heels and enjoy these free dance lessons. On Friday nights throughout the summer, Jack London Square will host a different dance theme including […]
Published: June, 2015 Every Day 12:30PM/2:00PM/4:30PM – 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 […]
By Paul Duclos Published: June, 2015 Tom Paiva photographs the urban and industrial landscape, capturing the majestic, the poetic, and sometimes the achingly vulnerable artistry found in the man-made environment. His long-term passion is night photography and creating images of industrial landscapes in the shadows of twilight, or under the stars when the rest of the […]
Published: June, 2015 Jack London Square rings in the start of summer with a fun-filled calendar of free events on the iconic Oakland waterfront. From local hipsters to visiting families, this hub for activity offers something for everyone, including the return of Oakland’s summer favorites Dancing Under the Stars, Waterfront Flicks and Jack’s Night Market. […]
By Captain Ray Published: June, 2015 Last month I began to tell the history of Alameda Island, including the fact that Alameda was not originally an island, but rather a peninsula attached to Oakland. This month I’d like to complete the tale, including how and when Alameda came to be an island. In the early […]