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Strictly Sail Pacific Adds Power. Power Boats!

Strictly Sail Pacific Boat Show is now called Pacific Sail & Power Boat Show and Marine Sports Expo.  That name says it all! Everything you can do on the water. For more than 20 years the event has drawn sailors and maritime aficionados to San Francisco Bay to see the latest sailboats, trending equipment and technology, as well as participate in seminars and on-water activities.

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Photo/Strictly Sail Pacific 2016

Perhaps to  the dismay of some of the strictly sailors, the boat show will expand in 2017 to include all the new sailing and power boats that the world’s leading manufacturers have to offer. Also on display will be a full range of marine electronics, products and accessories.

Sail America, sailing trade association, made the announcement and said they are widening their mission in 2017 in response to a growing base of show visitors interested in different facets of marine recreation.  According to Sail America president Scot West, “It’s our intent to make this event a destination for anyone with a passion for being on the water.” So, in April of 2017 you will see cruising powerboats along with kayaks, canoes and img_0653stand-up paddleboards.

This internationally acclaimed boat show is the largest and oldest on the West Coast and touts all the latest gear, hardware, accessories and products. Brands are introducing new boats and water sports.

Show dates: April 6-9, 2017

Location:  Marina Bay Yacht Harbor and Craneway Pavilion in Richmond, CA, will once again be the venue for this expanded four-day boat show.

 

By |2016-09-08T11:04:19-07:00September 8th, 2016|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , |0 Comments
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Change Coming to Point Richmond’s Waterfront

imagesImagine a 1.9 acre waterfront park. And the preservation of Richmond’s Terminal One wharf. Plus a boardwalk with benches and boardwalk gardens, picnic tables, BBQs, an informal amphitheater – and all connected to The Bay Trail on the San Francisco Bay in this new waterfront development called Terminal One.

Terminal One will have 334 units in five buildings, including 26 two and three story townhouses. According to plans submitted by developer Terminal One LLC, the project includes residential and public open spaces as well as road and trail improvements on and off the site. Since the land is owned by the City of Richmond, the project is subject to a Land Disposition Agreement where the City sells the developer 11.9 acres of the property for the residential undertaking and the City retains the 1.9 acre waterfront park, Terminal One wharf, Shoreline Drive and the Bay Trail Loop.EatsnTreats565

The Design Review Board endorsed the master plan – and the Terminal One LLC is just waiting for the next nod of approval from the Planning Commission. A Planning Commission Public Hearing is scheduled for Thurs.,Apr. 7, 2016, 6:30pm in Council Chambers at 440 Civic Center Plaza in Richmond.The Planning Commission will receive comments regarding the Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) and then make their recommendations to City Council.

Terminal One is located at 1500 Dorman Drive in the Point Richmond neighborhood on a 13.8 acre site, which has a rich maritime history and a deep water marine wharf. It is also close to the Miller/Knox Regional Shoreline Park.

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By |2016-04-04T15:32:55-07:00April 4th, 2016|0 Comments
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Time to Get a Job! Bay Street Brings Holiday Job Fair To Emeryville

rsz_1bayst1WHO: Bay Street and its Retailers. You?

WHAT: Bay Street Emeryville is hosting a Holiday Job Fair in the Central Plaza just as holiday festivities are about to begin. Retailers such as Sephora, Victoria’s Secret, Sunglass Hut, Uniqlo, Old Navy, Charming Charlie’s, Cornology, Forever 21, Apple, Overton Security and others are offering seasonal work and permanent positions. Bring your resume, if you have one!

WHEN:  Sat., Nov. 7, 11am– 2pm                       

WHERE:  Bay Street Emeryville – Central Plaza, 5616 Bay Street, Emeryville, CA 94608

 

By |2015-11-04T19:29:20-08:00November 4th, 2015|Tags: , , |0 Comments
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Country Joe McDonald Livens up Citizens for East Shore Parks Celebration

Sunset from Emeryville SHore - Photo: Patricia Jones

Sunset from  Emeryville Shore – Photo: Patricia Jones

CESP (Citizens for East Shore Parks) is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a Fundraiser Brunch and Day in the Park on Sat., Nov. 7, from 10:30am – 1:30pm at the Berkeley Yacht Club and in McLaughlin Eastshore State Park. Music is provided by Country Joe McDonald and Catering by Saffron Strand.

CESP will honor Berkeley Mayor Tom Bates, former GM of East Bay Regional Park District, Pat O’Brien and celebrate the formation of McLaughlin Eastshore State Park – named for Honorary Committee Chair Sylvia McLaughlin, founder of CESP and Save the Bay.

Photo - Patrica Jones

Park Sign at Entrance – Photo – Patrica Jones

The program will acknowledge the individuals and groups who came together to establish the 8.5 mile urban shoreline park full of trails and outdoor wonder, extending from Oakland through Emeryville, Berkeley, Albany, El Cerrito and into Richmond. Emeryville Mayor Ruth Atkins is also on the Honorary Committee of CESP. For more details or to purchase a ticket, click here. If you cannot attend, CESP is always looking for volunteers.

CESP, founded in 1985, is a small non-profit environmental organization that creates parks and preserves open space. They work to protect critical habitat and wildlife, conserve natural resources and develop outdoor recreation opportunities.

Berkeley Shore Sunset -PHoto - Patricia Jones

Another Shoreline Sunset – Photo – Patricia Jones

 

By |2015-11-04T19:31:05-08:00November 4th, 2015|Tags: , , , , |0 Comments
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Welcome Blue Angels!

Line_AsternWe all heard it the minute the Blue Angels arrived in Oakland on Sunday evening to launch San Francisco Fleet Week! The Blue Angels  are based at the Oakland International Airport (OAK) for the second year in a row. It is expected that their base of operation will continue to be in Oakland for the foreseeable future.

Temporary Home at Oakland Airport

Temporary Home at Oakland Airport

 

An estimated 11 million spectators view the squadron during air shows each year.  Will you be one of the tens of thousands watching in the Bay Area?  Here’s the schedule:

Thurs., Oct. 8,  1- 5pm – Airshow practice (North Field)
Fri., Oct. 9,   2:55 – 4pm – Airshow flights (North Field)
Sat.,  Oct. 10,  2:55 – 4pm – Airshow flights (North Field)
Sun., Oct. 11, 2:55- 4pm – Airshow flights (North Field)
Mon., Oct. 12, 10am – Blue Angels departure (Main Runway)

The mission of the United States Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron is to showcase the pride and professionalism of the United States Navy and Marine Corps by inspiring a culture of excellence and service to country through flight demonstrations and community outreach.

Click here for information about all the San Francisco Fleet Week festivities and more details about the air shows.

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By |2015-10-09T08:32:38-07:00October 8th, 2015|0 Comments
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