Keith Emmons’ new book titled Who Built the Train Wreck? is now available on Amazon ($19.95) as well as at Waterfront Wonders on Caledonia Street. Keith has written an entertaining recounting how this unusual floating home came about during the early days of the Sausalito...
Here’s another thought I’d like to share: The four words that made me fall in love with my wife: “I can’t finish this.” If you have a thought you’d like to share, send it to Larry Clinton.
Are you looking for an opportunity to become more involved in your unique and vibrant Floating Homes community? Do you want to share your skills and knowledge while supporting a thriving volunteer organization? Are you new to the community and want to meet and get...
PG&E’s Safety Action Center sends along these tips for a safe holiday season. Whether you’re decorating, traveling, or hosting, keep these key pointers in mind: 1) Holiday Lighting: Use LED lights and power strips to reduce fire hazards, as they stay cool and use less...
A recent obituary for architect Sim Van der Ryn, known as the “father of green architecture,” brought to mind his connection to one of the most historic homes in our community. The Ameer was an old ark that had been converted into a houseboat when...
Doña Schweiger sends along this thoughtful quote from the movie Tombstone: When Wyatt Earp (Kurt Russell) tells Doc Holiday (Val Kilmer) he just wants to live a normal life, Doc, as he lay on his deathbed says, “There is no normal life. There’s just life.”...
As we have previously reported, the Regional Shoreline Adaptation Plan (RSAP) is a region-wide plan for the bay shoreline that guides the creation of coordinated, locally-planned sea level rise adaptation actions that work together to meet regional goals. After soliciting public comment on the plan,...
In addition to the events we reported last week, there are lots of other holiday activities in and around Sausalito, particularly on December 5: 5–8 p.m. Downtown Late-Night Shopping. Select shops will offer unique holiday gifts and decor. 5:30 p.m. Sausalito Tree Lighting ceremony in Vina...
It’s common knowledge that Otis Redding got the inspiration for Sittin’ on the Dock of the Bay while staying on a floating home in Sausalito. According to Julian Gould, author of Otis Redding: An Unfinished Life, Otis “was in San Francisco for a six night...
Here’s a timely thought I’d like to share: You know it’s fall in California when you put on sunblock and a raincoat before going outside. If you have a thought you’d like to share, send it to Larry Clinton.
