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...
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...
We’ve occasionally referred to Donlon Arques as the “Godfather of the Waterfront,” but there’s another man who was known by that honorific title back in the ’60s: Lindsay Cage. Lindsay came to Marin County from his native Louisiana to work at Marinship, and settled in Marin City. According to waterfront...
The inaugural Sausalito Boat Show is coming to Clipper Yacht Harbor from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Friday, October 13 to Sunday, October 15. This event will be a celebration of maritime excellence and local culture, and will family–friendly activities as well as displays of yachts, sailboats, and powerboats. Curtis...
The website iHeart states: “There is one town in California situated within the hills along the coast, framing the lines where the sun meets the earth and the earth meets the sea. A breathtaking change of pace that is simply impossible to forget if you’ve ever visited, leaving you with...
On Wednesday, August 23, a white pickup truck belonging to Hood Sails knocked out power at the far north end of Sausalito, in the floating homes community, and in a large swath of Marin City. According to eyewitness reports, at about 12:30 p.m. the driver crashed into a power pole...
Save the day of Saturday, October 21 for the inaugural ‘A Toast to Sausalito’ wine, beer, and spirits festival from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Caledonia Street will be closed between Bee Street and Pine Street for the event. If you are a beverage maker, merchant, artisan, or vendor interested...
Chili cooks who believe they’re hot stuff are invited to register for the 44th Annual Chili Cook-Off in Dunphy Park on Saturday, September 23. There is no cost to enter the cook-off, and Sausalito Parks and Recreation will even kick in $50 to help each team with their supplies budget....
In 1960, the Sausalito Foundation was formed by residents for the purposes of purchasing two city blocks of underwater property at Shelter Cove and deeding them to the city. The purchased lots have preserved the view of San Francisco and the San Francisco Bay forever. These lots are located on...
On May 15, Sausalito Village hosted a community safety forum led by Officer Sean Smagalski of the Sausalito Police Department. Here are some of the tips shared by officer Smagalski and members of the audience: The most common crimes in Sausalito are property crimes. Violent crime is minimal, but personal...