Juanita Saves the Waterfront

Juanita Musson, Sausalito’s favorite fun, feisty restaurateur, first laid eyes on our town in 1952 when she joined her husband Dick, who had been stationed at the Presidio Army Base, on the west coast. After his release from the army, the couple decided to stay in Sausalito while Dick began...

Holiday Spirit Abounds

‘Twas just before Christmas and all through the city Sausalito was brimming with holiday festivities. Several docks hosted dinner parties. On Gate 6 ½ Linda Davis and Mike Carroll carried on their tradition of buying and decorating a tall tree at the end of the dock. FHA Dock rep Michael...

High Tides and Rain Forecast

According to the Southern Marin Fire Protection District, tides of 6.5 feet or more will occur every day through Friday. They will peak in the mornings through Thursday, and at 12:14 p.m. on Friday, December 15. Although no rain is forecast for the week, these tides are high enough to...

California’s First Millionaire

On the morning of Friday, July 31, 1846, Samuel Brannan sailed boldly into the mist-shrouded headlands of San Francisco Bay. His ship, the Brooklyn, carried 238 fellow Mormons, known as Saints. Their goal was to build a Mormon kingdom in the Mexican territory of California without the conflicts they had...

Don Arques’ Maritime Legacy

We’ve written previously about Donlon Arques, the legendary Godfather of the Waterfront in postwar Sausalito. Now, thanks to research from Knapp & VerPlanck Preservation Architects and the Sausalito Historical Society, we know that the Arques family has roots as deep as the eel grass in Richardson’s Bay. Don’s father Camilo...

Help the Library Plan Adult Programs

What types of adult programs would you be interested in attending at the Sausalito Library? You can help develop adult program offerings for 2024 by taking a brief online survey. Other ways to respond to the survey include filling out a paper copy at the library service desk during regular...