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...
Our newly-formed Floating Homes litter pick-up squad hit the pavement after July’s king tides caused minor flooding. In under an hour, they picked up over 30 pounds of trash. Thanks to Peter Miller, Sabrina Antonio, Emma Pieper, Tam Morgan and Jay Lalezari for helping to keep plastic, foam, and other...
Sally Champe of A Dock encourages folks with teaching skills to volunteer for Tamalpais College at San Quentin Rehabilitation Center: Before and during the pandemic I volunteered as an English instructor and tutor at San Quentin’s Mount Tamalpais College. It was the most rewarding volunteer experience I have ever had....
The Floating Homes Association is seeking volunteers for the Private Tour Committee. FHA walking tours and tours of floating homes engage visitors interested in learning more about this special place we call home. In recent years these tours have been the chief source of funding for the FHA, and they...
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 to know your neighbors? If...
In his recent report on Fleet Week activities, San Francisco Chronicle columnist Carl Nolte noted that Fleet Week “is a big deal for the Naval Sea Cadets, a youth organization sponsored by the U.S. Navy and Coast Guard designed to get young people interested in the sea services, including the...
Julie Durbin, from Kappas West, joined a select group for a special sail on the tall ship Matthew Turner earlier this month. The brigantine, built locally by volunteers, hosted major donors to the campaign to restore the paddle wheel and smokestack from the Charles Van Damme Ferryboat. Julie reports: It...
The Sausalito Boat Show returns for the second year at Clipper Yacht Harbor this Friday, October 4 to Sunday, October 6. Attendees will enjoy an expanded showcase of sailboats and powerboats, accompanied by engaging seminars, local cuisine, live music, and family activities. Single-day tickets are $25 in advance or $30...
Floating Homes Association President Pete Hudson, Vice President Liz Brott, and Secretary Candice Gold have all reached the end of their terms in office, and have decided not to seek re-election, so the Association is seeking candidates for those offices. Each officer serves a two-year term and may repeat until...
Eight women from Chile are coming to Sausalito in September as part of the Sausalito Sister City— Viña del Mar exchange program. They are bringing an important exhibit of the art and culture of the region which will be on display at 675 Bridgeway (formerly the Chase Bank building) from...