Forbes Kiddoo and His Island of Dreams

Forbes Kiddoo, who built concrete barges for the Taj Mahal, the Train Wreck and other houseboats before launching his own private island in 1980, has written a breezy, fun filled autobiography entitled San Francisco Bay of Dreams. The 55-page spiral bound memoir has a forward by Bill Harland, a partner...

Day In the Park Postponed to Spring 2026

The FHA Board has decided to postpone our annual Day in the Park celebration to Spring of 2026. We did not make this decision lightly and everyone is disappointed that we will not come together as a community for this event this year. However, the lack of funds, volunteer support,...

Wrist Bands on Sale for 2 Events

Wrist bands good for unlimited tastings are now available for the Chili Cook-Off in September and A Toast to Sausalito in October. The Chili Cook-Off will run from 12:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. on Saturday September 20 in Dunphy Park. Wristbands are available for $25 pre-sale, $30 day of event. A...

Plein Air Celebration Later this Month

From August 18–23, artists will be painting live across town, capturing Sausalito’s beauty in real time. Then, on August 23 from 6–8 p.m., their work will be celebrated at the Sausalito Art Center’s Plein Air Art Show & Reception, a festive evening with art, awards, refreshments, and community. The third...

Life on a Liveaboard

Stephenie Hollyman has been living aboard boats in various yacht harbors since 2013. In 2015 she bought a bought a36-foot tugboat and took up residence in the Berkeley Marina. Last January, she moved lock stock and binnacles to the Richardson’s Bay Marina, adjacent to the floating homes community. She’s written...

Waterfront History at the Cruising Club

Two waterfront legends will be sharing tales of local hippie history on August 26 at the Sausalito Cruising Club. Saul Rouda, producer of the docudrama Last Free Ride, and Joe Tate, star of the movie and leader of the notorious Redlegs pirate band, will share footage from Saul’s films and...

Chili Cook-off Chefs Wanted

The Sausalito Park and Rec Department is recruiting chefs to compete in the 46th Annual Chili Cook-off on Saturday, September 20. Chefs can register for free to compete in three categories: Judge’s Choice, People’s Choice, and Best Booth. All cooking is done on-site, and chefs should prepare at least 15...