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City of Half Moon Bay's Beverage Container Recycling Center at Strawflower: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 8am - 4pm (closed 12pm - 1pm). Check out this video to learn how […]
City of Half Moon Bay's Beverage Container Recycling Center at Strawflower: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 8am - 4pm (closed 12pm - 1pm). Check out this video to learn how […]
AARP Tax Services AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is the nation's largest, free, in-person tax preparation service. Volunteers are trained and IRS certified each year. They offer tax preparation help to anyone, […]
MOVED to February 8, 2023 at 12 Noon (moved from 1/25/23) Mezza Luna Restaurant, 459 Prospect Way, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019 Join Krystlyn Giedt, the Coastside Chamber CEO and […]
City of Half Moon Bay's Beverage Container Recycling Center at Strawflower: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 8am - 4pm (closed 12pm - 1pm). Check out this video to learn how […]
Join OSPAC (City of Pacifica’s Open Space and Parklands Advisory Committee) members and other community members with a Trail Maintenance work day from 9 am to 11 am on Saturday, […]
We are accepting CLEAN, gently used or new, LONG formal gowns purchased in the last 10 years - all sizes. Also accepting elegant jewelry to match. PLEASE NO SHOES OR […]
Tickets on Sale Now! The Bach 4th Annual Fundraiser featuring: Patrick Wolff and the College of San Mateo Jazz Ensemble and the Half Moon Bay High School Jazz Band Wine Tasting Superb […]
John Lester, Teja Gerken, Doug Young and Mark Kostrzewa All proceeds go directly to ALAS and Coastside Hope in support of farmworkers affected by the recent community tragedy. Renowned fingerstyle guitarists Teja Gerken and Doug Young join […]
AARP Tax Services AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is the nation's largest, free, in-person tax preparation service. Volunteers are trained and IRS certified each year. They offer tax preparation help to anyone, […]
PRESS RELEASE. From the City of Half Moon Bay on February 16th, 2023. PG&E will be conducting above ground surveys on their transmission gas pipeline along Main Street (at the intersection of […]
We have a free and fun movie night on a Tuesday once a month. This month’s feature is Vita & Virginia - the fascinating true story of the love affair […]
AARP Tax Services AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is the nation's largest, free, in-person tax preparation service. Volunteers are trained and IRS certified each year. They offer tax preparation help to anyone, and if you're 50 and older and can't afford a tax preparation service, they are especially for you! This service will be offered Wednesdays from […]
HMB Brew Co's Brews & Views welcomes Half Moon Bay Vice Mayor Joaquin Jimenez, ADA Works Founder Gopi Mattel, and Representatives of MidPen Housing Group for a discussion on affordable housing on the coast and the farmworker community. Topic include affordable ADU units, the state funded housing project by MidPen Housing Corp, and how the county […]
Jetty Classic #8 coming to you Live on February 26th Sunday. 8 am - Sunset! Awards ceremony at the beach! Jetty Classic coming February. 26th Sunday Pro-Am all ages $800 […]
Winner of the Sundance Festival Favorite Award, "Navalny" is a thrilling documentary that follows Russian opposition leader Aleksei Navalny as he investigates the circumstances of his own attempted assassination. Aleksei A. Navalny, the imprisoned Russian opposition leader, has long been adept at using social media to directly convey political messages threaded with dispatches about […]
AARP Tax Services AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is the nation's largest, free, in-person tax preparation service. Volunteers are trained and IRS certified each year. They offer tax preparation help to anyone, and if you're 50 and older and can't afford a tax preparation service, they are especially for you! This service will be offered Wednesdays from […]
Join us each First Friday of the month for Beach Break Entertainment's outdoor movie night at San Benito House Garden Cantina 356 Main Street • Half Moon Bay See website […]
The Coastal Arts League is a nonprofit public art gallery and artist collective, open to the public Thursday through Monday afternoons. With a new show in the Exhibition Gallery each month, we attract […]
Progressive Fundraiser Event featuring 4 live bands & auction. Tickets NOT REQUIRED for Auction @ Jettywave
We anticipate additional discussion on a proposed Ordinance at the City Council meeting on March 7, 2023. Community members have raised concerns regarding the feeding of wildlife including sea […]
AARP Tax Services AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is the nation's largest, free, in-person tax preparation service. Volunteers are trained and IRS certified each year. They offer tax preparation help to anyone, and if you're 50 and older and can't afford a tax preparation service, they are especially for you! This service will be offered Wednesdays from […]
Due to the California Coastal Commission meeting held at the Ocano Hotel on the same day. Stay tuned for the rescheduled date. 2023 Listening Sessions – Rescheduled Dates Each year […]
Join the Coastside Land Trust as we welcome Dr. Stephanie Dole to present about the biodiversity, ecological roles, and the importance of our local bugs, as well as how they are connected to the greater world. Dr. Dole is an eminent scientist who delights learners of all ages with her knowledge, curiosity, and enthusiasm. She […]
PODCAST. Interview on KHMB’s Coastal Windage on Friday, March 10th, 2023 at 9:00am. Reuben starts his narrative at 19:00. Half Moon Bay High School Varsity Basketball defeated Chico High School's Panthers […]
Join Barterra Winery & InkSpell Books for a “Boozy Book Fair”, March 12, 4-6pm! Browse books for all ages and interests while sipping on wine and enjoying small bites in our private Wine Lounge. Proceeds benefit Hatch Elementary School. Buy your tickets online today as space is limited. Tickets Allow Entry from 4-6pm. […]
AARP Tax Services AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is the nation's largest, free, in-person tax preparation service. Volunteers are trained and IRS certified each year. They offer tax preparation help to anyone, and if you're 50 and older and can't afford a tax preparation service, they are especially for you! This service will be offered Wednesdays from […]
Watch Team 8793: The Pumpkin Bots LIVE: March 16-19, 2023 | San Francisco, CA St. Ignacious College Prepatory School | 2001 37th Ave., SF. "Dubbed a varsity Sport for the Mind,™ FIRST® Robotics Competition (FRC) combines the excitement of sport with the rigors of science and technology. Under strict rules, limited resources and time […]
Please support the Coastside community by uplifting girls through education. Reception / Silent Auction from 6:00pm to 7:30pm, followed by the final dress rehearsal of “The Importance of Being Earnest” by Oscar Wilde at 7:30pm at the Coastal Repertory Theatre. $35 ticket covers complimentary wine and hors d’oeuvres, reception, silent auction and special door prizes […]
Half Moon Bay State Lifeguard tryouts are fast approaching! The tryout swim will start at 0900. Please come prepared to the Dunes State Beach parking lot at 0800 for registration […]
Mark your calendars and join us - we have a great inventory of books for sale! Please share this with your friends - hope to see you there! Have books to donate? Click here (https://hmblibraryfriends.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=77759b89773c839a1af489a30&id=7a4b925912&e=8baf5c52d6) for our book donation guidelines. Click here (https://hmblibraryfriends.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=77759b89773c839a1af489a30&id=919e6e9758&e=8baf5c52d6) to join or renew your membership, or to make a direct donation to Friends of the Library. […]
Interview on KHMB's Coastal Windage on Friday, March 3rd, 2023 at 9:00am with Blue Blanket Improvs' Marc Samuels Interview starts at 5:30 Blue Blanket Improv Do you like to […]
Half Moon Bay History Association's March History Event. Senior Coastsiders 925 Main St, Half Moon Bay Doors open at 5:30pm Program begins at 6:00 No charge—bring a friend! Local educator Bob Pinto will discuss the manufacture of tools by Indigenous people of western North America—their use of natural resources, and their art. Mr. Pinto is […]
AARP Tax Services AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is the nation's largest, free, in-person tax preparation service. Volunteers are trained and IRS certified each year. They offer tax preparation help to anyone, and if you're 50 and older and can't afford a tax preparation service, they are especially for you! This service will be offered Wednesdays from […]
Register to Eat! We invite world-class chefs to pair up with San Mateo County based farmers, ranchers, fishermen, brewers, vintners and distillers to create a one-of-a-kind, multi-course strolling supper. All the money we raise helps us teach kids here on the coast and from throughout San Mateo County where their food comes from and why […]
Watch Live Stream FIRST Robotics Competition 2023 Sacramento Regional Half Moon Bay High School Pumpkin Bots Team 8793 March 23-26, 2023 | Davis, CA UC DAVIS ARC PAVILLION | Corner of Orchard & LaRue Match 10 (R3) - 2023 San Francisco Regionals Semi-Finals Really close match! [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2l5lzH9Jbg] Match 10 (R3) […]
PG&E will be performing a gas service line tie-in to their existing gas main located near the Anza Pump Station. The work will require a one-lane closure on West Bound […]
Beginning Monday, March 27, lower access to Purisima Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve is closed to all users due to storm damage to access roads. This closure will remain in […]
Mercy Housing and Ayudando Latinos a Sonar (ALAS) will be hosting a community input meeting for the proposed 555 Kelly Affordable Housing Development. The development team and City staff will […]
AARP Tax Services AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is the nation's largest, free, in-person tax preparation service. Volunteers are trained and IRS certified each year. They offer tax preparation help to anyone, and if you're 50 and older and can't afford a tax preparation service, they are especially for you! This service will be offered Wednesdays from […]
Join us on April 8th for music and food, pick up your free t-shirt and prizes, and meet other folks who are stepping up! All funds support our programming for […]
Coastside Design Review Hearing Agenda - April 13, 2023 COASTSIDE DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE AGENDA Thursday, April 13, 2023 12:30 p.m. Granada Community Services District Office Meeting Room 504 Avenue […]
PRESS RELEASE. From the City of Half Moon Bay website and eNews. Republic Services is teaming up with the City of Half Moon Bay to hold our annual Earth […]
Please join us Saturday, April 15th to celebrate an amazing first year! Enjoy your favorite beers (along with two new beers…) with friends, family, and food by @flor_de_pineapple . Our musical guest One Country will be playing from 2-6pm! You can find their information at onecountryband.com. Thank you to our community for the love and […]
The Pacific Coast TV Spring Open House is back on April 15th! Join us as we build community with LIVE TV! Free Admission. Local Food, Arts & Crafts, and Community […]
Looking for a second career? Peninsula Family Services 2nd Careers Program offers assistance to older adults 55+ years in age who reside in San Mateo County in their search for employment by providing guidance and resources to help in this transition. We work with local non-profits to provide a training site to help build and increase workplace […]
PRESS RELEASE. From the City of Half Moon Bay website and eNews on March 23rd, 2023. The City Council has rescheduled their Priority Setting Session for Wednesday, April 19 […]
Surfrider Foundation's San Mateo County chapter (Surfrider SMC) turns 25 next week! We wanted to let you know, thank everyone involved and share some of the achievements. Citizen engagement at […]
PRESS RELEASE. From the California State Parks. Here at Half Moon Bay State Beach we are planning our annual Coastal Wildflower Day Festival for Sunday April 23, 2023, which goes from 10 am - 2 pm. Our mission is to inspire stewardship of diverse ecosystems and celebrate the role of volunteer efforts in our coastside communities. This family-friendly event is […]
Applications are now available for the spring, 2023 session of Half Moon Bay’s annual community engagement program, Half Moon Bay NET (Network – Engage - Transform). The deadline to submit an application is 5 […]
Please scroll down to view all available dates for this hike Enjoy a refreshing morning hike along the bluffs of the Wavecrest Trail! This family-friendly hike is an easy 2-mile walk and great for all ages and levels of hikers. This serene space is surrounded by POST-protected agricultural land and open space. Many people […]
Dream Machines 2023 Half Moon Bay California’s Festival of Magnificent Machines Marks 30th Year There are car shows, air shows, motorcycle shows, tractor shows, maker fairs, music festivals, food festivals, and living history festivals galore. Mix them all together in one venue on one day and you’ve got Half Moon Bay California’s remarkable, one and […]
PRESS RELEASE. The Neighborhood Chipper Program assists residents in maintaining defensible space by providing no-cost chipping to select neighborhoods vulnerable to wildfire. The program is based on a “you cut, we chip” model. After […]
We invite YOU to celebrate with us. Attend our concert, conducted by Sara Lomax and Howard Lee, featuring favorites by Offenbach, Mozart, Schubert, Copland and more. Then stay for our […]
Come join the Half Moon Bay Volunteer Fire Department for our annual crab dinner at the IDES hall 735 Main St., in Half Moon Bay. After a three year […]
PRESS RELEASE. The Neighborhood Chipper Program assists residents in maintaining defensible space by providing no-cost chipping to select neighborhoods vulnerable to wildfire. The program is based on a “you cut, we chip” model. After […]
We are pleased to invite the community to join Mayor Deborah Penrose, Vice Mayor Joaquin Jimenez, and Supervisor Ray Mueller to a meeting to discuss a potential new affordable housing […]
CoastPride & City of HMB & Coastside Chamber invite you to join us for a pre-pride month mixer to learn about all the cool happenings this June including the Coastside’s […]
COASTSIDE DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE AGENDA Thursday, May 11, 2023 1:30 p.m. Granada Community Services District Office Meeting Room 504 Avenue Alhambra, Third Floor, El Granada 2:30pm 2. Owner: Gipson […]
Brews & Views welcomes Deputy Fire Marshal with CAL FIRE/Coastside Jordan Motta, UC Master Gardeners Cynthia Nations, Alison Williams, and Stephanie Erskine for a discussion about living in the Wildland […]
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SAVE THE DATE: Come join us at Coastside Fire Protection District (CFPD) Fire Station 44 this Saturday as we host a fun and interactive OPEN HOUSE. We hope to see you there! More on Station #44 Replacement Project on Coastside Buzz Coastside Fire Protection District Awards Contract for Architectural Design Services for Fire […]
Mercy Housing and Ayudando Latinos a Sonar (ALAS) will be hosting their second community meeting for the proposed 555 Kelly Affordable Housing Development. The development team and City staff will be in attendance to answer any questions regarding the project. The event will be held on Monday, May 17 at the Half Moon Bay Library; […]
OneShoreline Presentation San Mateo County Harbor District Board Meetings ~ 3rd Wednesday @ 1:00pm Watch remotely. Comments and questions by email. Please note that email correspondence sent […]
MCC RETREAT Agenda and Zoom (link) for Wednesday, May 17, 2023, 6pm (early start) The MCC’s annual planning retreat, with Supervisor Mueller in attendance, is this coming Wednesday. It will […]
Are you interested in electrifying your home and don’t know where to start? Do you want to learn about the benefits of electrification? Switching to electric heating and cooking equipment […]
OWN VOICE. KHMB's Reuben Truthmaker will be away on Friday, May 19th, 2023 and so will not be able to host Coastal Windage, so he asked me (aka Michelle Dragony) to host! I then asked Midcoast Community Council's Chair, and Coastside Buzz' "InPerspective" contributor to join me. We will come in prepared with a […]
PRESS RELEASE. From Assemblymember Marc Berman's office on May 15th, 2023. SACRAMENTO – State and local elected leaders will convene a community meeting on the closure of Highway 84 near […]
The City of Half Moon Bay in partnership with the Mexican Consulate will be hosting a Mobile Consulate in Half Moon Bay on May 20, 2023, at the Ted Adcock […]
Have you noticed the work taking place off the dining room on the south end of the building? We are excited to be installing a community garden for use by our participants and other neighbors! Through a grant provided by the County of San Mateo Office of Sustainability (OOS), we will soon have raised (ADA […]
Sunday, May 21, 2023. Noon to 3pm Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve. On Skyline Blvd 1.5 miles south of intersection with Page Mill Rd. Come – Meet – Talk to the teams who respond to EMERGENCIES on the mountain. – Wildfire, Earthquake, Winter Storms, Power Failure, Medical Learn how to prepare for Evacuation, Home […]
DATE CHANGE. Devil Slide Trail's south gate and parking lot will be closed from May 30 through June 9, 2023 while crews perform repairs to the North Peak Access Road […]
April 12, 2023 (Updated May 23, 2023) For Immediate Release - Notice of Vacancy President of the Board of Supervisors announced that applications are being accepted for appointment to […]
GROM FEST vol 3. Sat. June 3, 2023 Youth Surf Contest Ages 18 and Under withSurfing, Food, Music and a Fun Family Day at the Beach This event is open only to surfers ages 18 and under. No club affiliation required. Date: Saturday, June 3, 2023. Location: Linda Mar Beach, Pacifica. 7:30am - 4:00pm. […]
AIDS/LifeCycle is a 7-day fundraising bicycle ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles benefitting the HIV/AIDS services of the San Francisco AIDS Foundation and the Los Angeles LGBT Center (501c3 CA […]
Brews & Views welcomes Amy Bach, the Founder and CEO of Measures for Justice, for a discussion on how she plans to achieve her vision of a criminal justice system that is transparent, accessible, and accountable through data. Measures for Justice is leading a movement to change the future of criminal justice by developing tools that […]
The Coastside Land Trust welcomes Chelsea Carey of Point Blue Conservation Science to talk about the intricate and fascinating world below our feet. Donate Register for Zoom Lecture Dr. Carey is the director of Soil Research and Conservation for Point Blue Conservation Science. She develops and leads research projects and partnerships with rangeland […]
At the Coastside Community Preparedness Day experts from a variety of agencies will be on hand with important tips, advice, and information about emergency and disaster preparedness for community members. […]
The San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office partnered with the Boys and Girls Club of the Coastside (BGCC) to commission a mural created for the Sheriff’s substation. On Friday, June 16, […]
The Office of San Mateo County Supervisor Ray Mueller invites you to the Coastside Office Grand Opening. The event will be held at the Shoppes at Harbor Village, 270 Capistrano Rd. […]
Cabrillo Unified School District Website Meeting Agendas The Cabrillo Unified School District Governing Board and the staff have returned to hosting Regular Board meetings in-person. These meetings are open […]
Visit the new history museum between 10am and 3pm on June 24 to learn stories of the Coastside—and to tell us yours! The new museum is in the beautifully remodeled barn behind the old jail, at 505 Johnston Street in Half Moon Bay. All are welcome—bring your family to this free event!
Field Day is Saturday June 24th and Sunday June 25th. We will be operating from 11 am Saturday until 11 am Sunday. Field Day is open to the Public! A big addition to our Club’s 2023 Field Day is a demonstration radio station where the public and prospective amateur radio operators of all ages can […]
Imagine you confront your enemy—a giant, scary robot from outer space—and he becomes your best pal. A heart-warming, family-friendly animated feature set during the Cold War in 1957, The Iron Giant centers on a young boy named Hogarth Hughes, who discovers and befriends a giant alien robot. The extraterrestrial's presence unleashes a wave of Cold War […]
As we prepare for our Open House on June 30th, we need some help from our beloved volunteers getting some things ready! On Sunday, June 25th, from 9am-1pm, we are having a Volunteer Day at our main Puente office in Pescadero. We will need help with organizing, painting, cleaning, and some gardening as well. If […]
Many of the photos you see featured in our e-news and other publications come to us through our annual photo contest. This year's contest runs April 1 through June 30 […]
It's been a while since we have seen many of you! Join us on Friday, June 30th, from 3:00-6:00pm to learn more about our programs and services, meet our team and enjoy delicious tacos prepared by Chef Maura Antonio. 3:00pm Enjoy tacos and beverages 5:00pm Welcome 5:15pm Puente Programs Overview: Community Engagement and Public Policy Community Mental Health […]
The Bike Hut Classic is back again this July! Please join us for this 8.3 mile climb with 1900 feet of elevation gain… a special DIY ride that’s helping the Coastside community! Our 4th annual DIY fundraiser ride is from July 1 - 16, with a Ride Reception at Potrero Nuevo Farm on July […]
Join us July 1st at The Ocean Blue Vault, to host our Summer Season artists reception from 12 – 3 pm. This is an opportunity for you to meet some of the new and returning artists, snack on lite bites, sip some wine, and shop.
Half Moon Bay Lions ~ "Where there is a need there is a Lion”. Rear Parking lot of the Portuguese Culture Center 724 Kelly Avenue Half Moon Bay, CA 94019 $12 Donation per person CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS Breakfast Includes: Pancakes, Sausage, Orange Juice Contact the Lions questions: events@hmblions.org Help support the Half […]
Let the good times roll! This year marking it’s 52nd rendition, Half Moon Bay's beloved Ol' Fashioned 4th of July Parade & Block Party takes over Main Street, transforming the charming downtown into a festive Red, White and Blue celebration. A time-honored, home-spun tradition, the parade celebrates Independence Day in small town America […]
FIRST FRIDAY RIDE! Meet at the HMB Library at 5pm and wear your party clothes 🎉 Join us for a community ride through town. Everyone on wheels is invited! Roll out at 5:15 and end at San Benito House approximately 6:30pm. Success! June 2nd was the 1st ever FIRST FRIDAY community fun ride. […]
The Cloverdale Ranch property is an ecological jewel on the San Mateo County Coast that Midpen purchased a large portion of from our nonprofit partner, Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST) in June 2023, creating Midpen's 27th public open space preserve. Cloverdale Ranch Community Field Days Creating a new Midpen preserve at Cloverdale Ranch will take time. In […]