The houseboat wars of the late 70s have inspired films, books, and even a play performed in 2023 in Mill Valley. Now the author of that play, John Byrne Barry, has adapted it into a novel, Pirates of Sausalito: Houseboat Wars Murder Mystery, a colorful...
Over the Memorial Day weekend, I was surprised and pleased to see lots of folks working on our shoreline. They turned out to be volunteers from Marin Audubon Society removing an invasive plant from our environment. The pesky intruder is Algerian sea lavender, which can...
The Sausalito Floating Homes Association (FHA) has heard many concerns from floating home residents about fees and costs charged by or policies imposed by their marinas. In response, the FHA, through its Legislative Action Committee (LAC) and generous donations from residents, engaged an attorney with decades...
It was a bright and breezy day for the FHA’s spring Day in the Park (DITP) on Sunday, May 19. There were activities for all ages, from old favorites like the pet costume contest, to innovations such as tiny horses and a guest mermaid. Enjoy...
The FHA’s Legislative Action Committee (LAC) continues to discuss issues with county and state officials and explore the legal rights of our members under the Floating Homes Residency Law. At the recent Day in the Park, LAC members staffed a table to bring residents up...
The New York Times recently reported on London’s growing houseboat community. Some of the challenges these houseboaters face will sound quite familiar. “In London, a Houseboat Used to Be the Affordable Option. Not Anymore,” reads the headline. It’s the old story of supply and demand, according...
While you’re enjoying Day in the Park this Sunday, be sure to stop by the Pickle Jar table for a chance to win one or more exciting prize packages. Here’s a preliminary list: Beauty and wellness bundle: eyelashes from LashOut, acupuncture with Dr. Arcadia Farber,...
The Sausalito Center for the Arts is launching a multi-week exhibition uniting artists, authors, filmmakers, and game changers in a collaborative effort to spark awareness and ignite inspiration for meaningful change. Entitled ECO EVOLUTION: EMPOWER FOR CHANGE, the exhibition will run until June 9. Participating...
Long time Main Dock resident Cyra McFadden passed away recently, leaving behind an “only in Marin” legacy. In the 70s, Cyra wrote a satirical look at the New Age heyday hereabouts, which first appeared each week in the Pacific Sun. It was eventually published by...
The dock that signs up the most volunteers for the FHA’s May 19 Day in the Park will get a free dock party including wine, courtesy of the FHA. Let’s see which dock has the most community spirit! Go to our signup site to choose...
