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Fitzgerald Marine Reserve Reopens May 3 The popular Fitzgerald Marine Reserve will reopen on Monday, May 3, 2021. Rangers and staff from County Parks are counting on every visitor to help by following the reserve’s tidepool etiquette and COVID-19 safety guidelines. This includes maintaining at least six feet of distance from those not in your […]
Join Mavericks pioneer Jeff Clark and host Ivy Miller in celebrating Mavericks and the brave men and women who dared to surf it during one of the best winters in recent memory. The inaugural Mavericks Awards will be broadcast right here on The Inertia, Thursday, May 13th at 6 p.m. PST. The first-ever event supports the athletes and photographers who dedicate […]
Brian Overfelt "This one is personal! I saw Chris Bertish finish his trip across the Atlantic Ocean and I was blown away. More so than when we watched him win the 2010 Mavericks event! Now, he is going for the Pacific. Let’s send him off properly!! Friday, May 28th, 5pm OPL. Chris Bertish- I'MPossible" Chris […]
Sanchez Art Center, Pacifica—Opening Friday, June 4, are two new exhibitions. As we begin celebrations for our 25-year anniversary, we are very proud to present a major show by our studio artists. This exhibition, titled The Gang’s All Here: Artists of Sanchez, is curated by our Artistic Director, Jerry Ross Barrish, a well-known sculptor and […]
HMB high school seniors are invited to this year’s Grad Night: An Evening Under the Stars. Watch a great movie at an outdoor venue, hang out with your friends, eat movie snacks, and celebrate! Register today @hmbhsgradnight.com. The movie will be… GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY! HMBHS Grad Night 2021 An Evening Under the Stars – […]
sandysworldofeats on Instagram. I’m so excited to invite you to my very first POP-UP! Save the date Monday June 7th from 4pm-8pm at Breakwater BBQ @breakwaterbarbecue Join me for a taste of Lao, I want to share my favorite Lao comfort foods, with a twist! Drinks available, families, fur kids, and kids are encouraged. Huge thank […]
Beach Break Entertainment Brings you a major Emotion Picture: Inside Out Purchase Tickets Here We're changing it up! Come Out and join us On June 18th This month we're celebrating LGBTQ Pride Month with a very special screening of the colorful Pixar Animation – Inside Out. Join us for an incredible night of fun, fresh popcorn and special treats for the […]
So excited to announce that I’ll be playing a residency at the sweet @thecoastalvine on Highway 1 in Moss Beach, beginning the second Wednesday in June! June is my birth month, and I need to make up for last year - let’s make some art ✨🔥 ~ Leah Walters Residency dates: June 9 June 16 June […]
Join the California Academy of Sciences June 26 for a tidepool bioblitz at Pillar Point, as part of Snapshot Cal Coast! About this event Join the California Academy of Sciences as we try to find and document all the species we can in the tidepools at Pillar Point as part of Snapshot Cal Coast! All you […]
“Fancy Pants Costume” is thrilled to announce our grand opening date! June 26th, Saturday, from 3-6 pm! Get Tix Now! This will be a private, ticketed event, featuring dancers, singers, a surprise guest act and the fabulous DJ Meesha! After the fashion show, join the costumed parade down Main Street to the new Coastpride Center! […]
Imagine the Ocean Shore: Take a trip up to Pacifica on Sunday to see the Pacifica Historical Society unveil a model of history that is a bit of history itself. The nonprofit reopens after 15 months of pandemic hibernation to resume its usual schedule, open from 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Volunteers have […]
Beach Break Entertainment is proud to collaborate with the City of Half Moon Bay, the Coastside Recovery Initiative and Make It Main Street in an economic recovery initiative that -- quite literally -- has something for everyone. Each of our monthly Make It Main Street screenings features a locally-made film, premiering with Carnival Of Wonders, […]
Join Los Improviders in Santa Cruz, CA on 7/1 to celebrate first Fridays.
Poppin' Pop-Up: July 3rd and 4th, 2021 at La Piazza Courtyard on Main Street in Half Moon Bay.
Beach Break Entertainment is the San Mateo County Coast’s Best and Only source of outdoor movie entertainment. Join us Saturday, July 3rd for A League of Their Own - a pre 4th of July baseball celebration. Movie @ 9:00pm After a day at the beach, park early and pick up dinner at any of the […]
Half Moon Bay Lions Club Pancake Breakfast Sunday 8:00am to 11:30am. Breakfast Includes: Pancakes, Sausage, Orange or Apple Juice 4th of July 8 AM to 11:30 AM Parking Lot of City Hall 501 Main, Half Moon Bay $10 Donation Questions hmblions-events@outlook.com Help support the Half Moon Bay Lions Club fund eye glass request scholarships for […]
Half Moon Bay’s Ol’ Fashioned 4th of July Parade Committee today announced this year’s beloved parade is back. Those interested in participating can find parade entry forms at City Hall, Half Moon Bay Feed & Fuel and Cameron’s Inn or register online. Registration Form Big News for Expanded Ol’ Fashioned 4th of July […]
NEWS RELEASE Media Contact: Tim Beeman 415-999-2428 Coastside Rising "So Happy Together” An Expanded Scope and Theme Featuring a Music-Driven Festival Held As Part of Ol’ Fashioned 4th Of July Parade Day in Half Moon Bay HALF MOON BAY, CA (June 11, 2021) – Thankfully, at long last for live events and communities everywhere and […]
Climb from the Bike Hut to Skyline while supporting Abundant Grace Coastside Worker in addressing the homeless crisis! This gorgeous and challenging ride begins by rolling through a couple miles of Coastal farms and scenic countryside before starting the ascent through the Redwoods with switchbacks and stunning forest views. Please join us for this special virtual event! […]
Get your brains working again with a competitive but friendly trivia game in an English pub. Bring your team or joins an existing one. FREE!
Mike McCall, our favorite Spanish Guitarist will serenade the Garden. Often he brings is Ukulele too ~ a total treat to hear him! Enjoy Wine Tastings, bottles of wine and yummy meat, cheese, smoked salmon nibbles as live music carries you into the weekend! Come, relax, sit, sip & enjoy!!
The Kahuna Kupuna Benefit Surf Contest is the only amateur surf contest in the world specifically designed for surfers over the age of 40. 21st Kahuna Kupuna Benefit Surf Contest at Pacifica State Beach (aka "Pedro/Linda Mar Beach") Located at 5000 Pacific Coast Highway, Pacifica, CA 94044 Cost is $10-$80. About this event EVENT DESCRIPTION […]
Lisa Marie Johnston, one of the loveliest voices ever! She wrote some new songs and is performing solo in our Garden. This is her 1st visit to La Nebbia Winery, and we're thrilled to host her! Sit & let our staff serve you. We have Charcuterie plates catered by Seville Tapas, lots of delicious wine, […]
Granada Community Services District (GCSD) Parks and Recs presents Family Movie Night. There will also be a free mountain bike skills clinic and all-ages and abilities bike ride at Quarry Park from 7:30-8:30pm put on by Coastside Mountain Bikers. Enjoy an evening of fun outdoors with your kids featuring a family friendly movie. Eat a […]
Road Runners band is a rockin' group that plays our favorite songs we've been tapping our toes to for generations! Putting their own spin on 50's, 60's & beyond with a bit'o twang. No cover & no reservations needed. We'll have our large wine selection, Charcuterie plates from Seville Tapas, plus our a'la carte food […]
Sanchez Art Center will host Handmade Pacifica’s first community event on Sunday, August 1, from 1 to 5 pm. The event will be held outdoors and features works produced by local makers. Handmade Pacifica’s first event is a showcase for local artists and artisans. This is the perfect place to find unique items for […]
In collaboration with the Sunset Piano project, Make It Main Street presents "Main Street Piano" Thursday August 5 through Sunday 8th. Sunset Piano was founded in Half Moon Bay in 2013 by Coastside resident Mauro Ffortissimo and coconspirator Dean Mermell. Its subversive origins were celebrated in the documentary film Twelve Pianos, and in 2015 it evolved […]
The comedy that became a cult classic, Pee Wee's Big Adventure. When eccentric man-child Pee-wee Herman gets his beloved bike stolen in broad daylight, he sets out across the U.S. on the adventure of his life. Join us Under the Stars, In Your Cars (or Out)! After a day at the beach, park early and […]
Unfortunately due to the new delta variant going around, the World Dog Surfing Championship has been canceled! A virtual surf championship is going to be postponed until some time in […]
COASTSIDE CORNHOLE WARM UP PARTY Join us at the Coastside Cornhole Warm Up Party. It will be a fun afternoon of Cornhole, Music, Food and Drinks. This is your chance […]
In person: August 29, 2021 - 5K starts @ 8:00am Virtual: August 27-September 6 In Person Location: Trailhead near Moose Lodge (776 Bradford Way) in Pacifica. Virtual can be completed […]
The first part of the sunflower field is in full bloom and we are looking forward to seeing you this weekend! Please take a look at the new offerings both […]
Join the Kings Mountain Art Fair, online on Labor Day weekend 2021! The fair offers fine arts and crafts by independent artists, selected through a jury process. You are invited […]
Sanchez Art Center is delighted to present its 13th annual 50|50 Show, Sept 10–Oct 10. Juried by Shannon Trimble of Anglim/Trimble Gallery in San Francisco. Participating artists create 50 small […]
Join us for a unique experience amidst the sunflowers. Register! Delite your taste buds with an elegant High Tea. Dazzle your family with a once-in-a-lifetime live musical and dance performance […]
Remember the fun at last year's Gala? They're doing it again! This time going to the Beach (virtually of course), flip-flops, sunscreen and all! Tickets are available now. Zoom code sent […]
On Saturday, September 18 from noon to 4:00PM, The Sánchez Adobe Adobe Docents invite visitors to experience life in the 1840s. This family day will focus on what life was […]
Join us for our 3rd Annual Coastside Cornhole Tournament. It will be an amazing day of Cornhole, Music, Prizes, Food and Drinks! Cornhole Tournament hosted by California Cornhole Association. Sunday, September […]
MAHALO FOR YOUR SUPPORT! WE'RE MAKING SOME CHANGES AUGUST 10th UPDATE NEW DATE Saturday October 2, 2021 6th Annual Time: 9am - 2:00 pm PST Multi-Location Livestreamed Championships SET […]
FREE!. Enjoy an evening of fun outdoors with your kids featuring a family friendly movie. Register. About this event Enjoy another evening of fun outdoors with your children at our […]
Hard at work, literally and figuratively unseen in the early morning and late at night, Campesinos, or Latin American farmworkers, tirelessly do their work through dangerous fires, an unprecedented pandemic, […]
October 1-17 2021 A down-on-his-luck playwright's student tells him he has written the perfect suspense play and will bring it to the playwright's Connecticut home tonight. The suspense over whether […]
Holiday shopping!! Pumpkin festival artists will be selling their goods through a virtual event running through November. Discover your local artists and find those holiday gifts here. No supply chain […]
PRESS RELEASE. On October 15, Cabrillo Unified School District, the City of Half Moon Bay, and CoastPride will host a Unity Event from 4 PM to 5 PM at Mac […]
Thank you for running with us! The Pumpkin Run has been a tradition in Half Moon Bay for many years and takes participants along the beautiful Coastal Trail overlooking the […]
HALF MOON BAY, CA (June 23, 2021) – There won’t be the usual teeming Pumpkin Festival this year, but, better than hip replacement, there will be something to bring the […]
Flower magic tea! Made with flowers and herbs lovingly grown in my cottage garden, carefully hand harvested and processed. I offer high quality original tea blends for purchase. Look for […]
“This Show was never meant to be.”- John Szabo. Regardless John, Growing Stages and Executive Producer Robert Neapolitan is thrilled to present SEASCAPE, a play by Edward Albee. October 16 and […]
The screening of “Maleficent,” a fantasy adventure film featuring Angelina Jolie and Elle Fanning, is a highlight of Pacifica National Little League’s Re-Dirt Fundraiser Saturday night, October 16. An Academy […]
Workers in the artichoke fields A Photographic Exhibition Through the Eyes of ALAS Ayudando Latinos A Soñar- ALAS (WINGS) Featuring an El Dia de los Muertos Altar October 21 - November […]
Last two weekends in October, Fridays and Saturday’s 22/23 and 29/30. 6-9:30 pm! Two versions: 6-7 pm is family friendly and 7-9:30 is SCARY! Featuring costumes from Fancy Pants Costume […]
The Princess Bride (1987) BUY TICKETS THANK YOU TO OUR NON PROFIT HMBHS REAL LIFE LEARNING Saturday, October 23, 2021 7:30 PM9:30 PM The Barn, 3068 California 1Half Moon Bay, […]
Due to the current indoor mask mandate in California, this event will be offered online via ZOOM. Attention: Baby Boomers and generations before and beyond! Get your popcorn and join […]
Dog Friendly Halloween Event! A "pawsome" Howl-o-ween event for humans & pets, all supporting Rocket Dog Rescue and the Rockaway Ricky Memorial Fund. Get into the Howl-a-day Spirit by dressing yourself up and your dog in costume […]
A Fundraising Event to Assist Pets in Need of Pacifica Seniors, the Unhoused & Families in Need. Come out and celebrate the revealing of Rockaway Ricky's 2022 calendar fundraiser where […]
Join your Half Moon Bay community for a Toiletries Drive for our Coastside Farm Workers. Angels of ALAS, the HMB Girl Scouts and Cuhna Middle School Leadership are partnering to […]
Hispanic-American Heritage Month begins on September 15, so we are focusing this Make It Main Street accordingly. In addition to galleries, bookstores, wine-bars, eateries and businesses open later than usual, MIMS […]
CoastPride's wine tasting fundraiser is part of their year-end push to meet our goal of investing in the LGBTQ Community and creating a safe and welcoming home on Main Street. […]
You are Invited! Friday, November 12, 2021 6 PM**Champagne Reception 7 PM**Seated Dinner with Wine Choice of Angus Beef Tenderloin paired with Roasted Prawns OR a Vegetarian option (Quinoa Pilaf with pine nuts, […]
Harvard Ave Outdoor Market in Princeton Harbor ~ Music, Spirits, Sweets, Fashion, Art and Operation Stocking Stuffer and Los Improviders Hey Friends! Mark your calendars for Nov. 13th Harvard […]
Come celebrate the lighthouse’s 149th anniversary with tours of the base of the lighthouse tower, information booths, music, children’s crafts and activities, and a local maritime author. The original first […]
This Sunday, November 14, we will be hosting a birthday celebration at Jettywave Distillery for my friend Virginia Chang Kiraly, who is running for San Mateo County Supervisor from District 3. It’s going to be a great time – with great cupcakes, great drinks and great friends. Come for 10 min or 60 min.. Virginia […]
Come pick up your 2022 Rockaway Ricky "Dog Days of Pacifica" calendar all in supporting the pet care needs of our Pacifica seniors, the unhoused & families in need. The 2022 calendar features Pacifica dogs chosen from our dog photo contest. Come by and enjoy a glass of wine on us, snacks & dog treats […]
Bluegrass, Newgrass and Brewgrass w/False Bottom Band, live at Hop Dogma. No cover, 21+. Digital EP Release by Dan Littlefield’s (Hop Dogma) False Bottom Band on Bandcamp DIGITAL ALBUM RELEASE! Thursday, June 17th, 2021. Dan Littlefield’s Instagram Link Well, here ya have it. My band “The False Bottom Band” finally did some recording. […]
Have you been looking for a twist on the traditional gingerbread house? At SWEET55, we teach you how to manufacture a chocolate house! About this event Get in the holiday mood with chocolate! We provide the elements, materials and tools for you to build the chocolate house of your sweetest dreams! At the end of […]
Come on down to Sacrilege Brewery's Birthday Party! We're turning 5!! 🎉🎉🎉 And we want to celebrate with all of you! We have Alex, Bobby, Laux + Caleb from CoastTribe playing music at 6:30 🎶, a special limited anniversary ale 🍺 + birthday treats 🧁🎂from FishWife Sweets. Also, just confirmed, Jack Derus + friends will […]
Friday, December 3, 2021 - Coastside Holiday Festival In connection with the Night of Lights Parade down Main Street, Half Moon Bay, the IDES will be hosting a fun night on our grounds to extend the celebration. It will include: Over 30 Local Vendors ready to show off their craft and selling perfect gifts for […]
Annual Coastside Hope benefit concert Wed Dec 8th. Ok it's that time of the year again for our annual " Coastside Musicians' Coalition" Cash and Cans drive supporting Coastside Hope food bank. This year we'll be located at the Coastal Vine in Moss Beach on Wed Dec 8th with live music running a solid […]
The Art Guild of Pacifica welcomes back Winter Art Faire, its annual holiday art show and sale, at Sanchez Art Center, beginning with a festive opening night reception on Friday, Dec 10, 2021, 6–9 pm. Winter Art Faire continues on Saturday, Dec 11, 11 am –5 pm. A showcase for local artists and […]
This year, more than any other, shopping small is the best thing you can do for your community! So instead of one night, we've gone back to our roots and there will be 4 Nights of Lights! Main Street shops will be open late and there will be beautiful lights adorning the trees and shop […]
A CALIFORNIA FILM FESTIVAL. FILMS (MOSTLY) MADE IN CALIFORNIA BY CALIFORNIA FILMMAKERS. HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!! BEACH BREAK ENTERTAINMENT BRINGS YOU THE FIRST ANNUAL BEACH BREAK FILM FESTIVAL Join us for a great line-up of films and conversations between Christmas and the new year. Tuesday December 28 Wednesday 29th and Thursday the 30th At the fabulous Coastal […]
Location (Virtual from 12/31/21 to 1/2/22) Rockaway Beach - North Parking Lot 651 San Marlo Rd Pacifica, CA 94044 Pacifica Runners New Year's Eve 5K & Kids Dash! Friday, December 31, 2021 at 8:00am Sign-in starts at 7:30am 5K starts at 8:00am For more information about Pacifica Runners: Website: www.pacificarunners.org Email: pacificarunners@gmail.com […]
Snap the Shore, See the Future. NOTE: Only ONE photo from the Coastside from Fitzgerald Marine Reserve. :-) Let's get out there and take some photos! The season's last King Tides roll in this weekend. This is your last chance this winter to observe the King […]
Hey Friends we have so many good things happenings at the market this Saturday!!! Live music by Alex Laux around 11am and Rocket Dog Rescue will be set up at the TK Wine lot for an adoption fair! We have great vendors featuring their artisan goods and as always Orange Boots Food Cart with their […]
From pop instrumentals to smooth jazz to bluesy standards from the American songbook, this tasty and versatile group is a crowd-pleaser. Small enough to keep it cool, but lively enough to be festive, listeners will hum along or tap their toes as their favorite melodies float over upbeat rhythms. Featuring local professional saxophonist Sonya Jason […]
"Floating Wholes" at the Coastal Arts League From February 10th to March 6th, 2022 Opening Reception Saturday, February 12th, 2022, noon to 4:00pm. Closing Reception Saturday, March 5th, 2022, noon […]
Come to Flying Fish Grill on 92 to watch and laugh with local Bay Area comedians. Show starts at 7pm. This is an adult show. No kids allowed.
Comedy every first, third and occasional 5th Wednesday, featuring the Bay Areas best comedy talent! This week we bring you Marty Cunnie, Kethia Cheng and Tammy T. Love, hosted by […]
The San Carlos Airport based Upwind Scholarship Program is currently accepting applications. Upwind provides a scholarship that includes flight and ground training for a high school student to prepare them to obtain […]
Sanchez Art Center, Pacifica—Opening Friday, Feb 25, with a reception from 7 to 9 pm, are three new exhibits. The work of sculpture and assemblage artists Robert Haemmerling and Dave […]
From Chris Loeswick Jetty Classic coming back for it's 7th straight year! February 26th Sat. 2022! Register at www.CoastsideSurfSeries.com It's been a heck of a season already. Email justcallwick@gmail.com or […]
Come join Sea Hugger as they celebrate their Fourth Birthday! We will have a harbor cleanup from 1 to 3 PM and then a celebration at the Jetty Wave from […]
Hello Friends, The Pacific Beach Coalition and Pedro Point Surf Club are pleased to introduce our 15th Annual Surf Movie Fundraiser. We are pleased to introduce our 2022 Annual Surf Movie Fundraiser. Once again our […]
March 19, 2022 Las Mujeres de Valor Mar 19, 2022 ~ 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM Sueño Center at La Piazza at 604 Main St, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019, […]
Featuring local professional saxophonist Sonya Jason (http://sonyajason.com/) and talented guitarist Dan Nieckarz of Gilroy. Listen to sensuous melodic jazz standards while savoring a stunning sunset over the sea. Enjoy Happy Hour drink specials, too! Wednesday, March 23 from 5-7 p.m. at Moss Beach Distillery. Seating is limited. Must have a reservation to attend. EMAIL Bev@MossBeachDistillery.com […]
This play is a loving tale of three friends living in a neighborhood in Queens in the nineties, when people still had tea together. Ida, Lucille and Doris gather at […]
Girl’s Can’t Surf - 108 minutes preceded by Knocking Down The Fences - 12 minutes. Movies at Make It Main Street 5:00PM Brought to you by Beach Break Entertainment. […]
Friends of the Half Moon Bay Library host a Sidewalk Book Sale in front of the Half Moon Bay Library, raising funds to benefit Library programming. March 22, 2022 […]
Saturday, April 23rd, 2022 starting at Long Branch Saloon & Farms, 321 Verde Road, South of Half Moon Bay SIGN UP ~ $40.00 ~ Dinner Included! Upon completing all five […]
Come enjoy award-winning wines and live music with us! Funds raised support Pacifica seniors, kids, families and pets in need. $75. Vax required. Tickets Date and time Sun, May 1, 2022 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM PDT Location Pedro Point Firehouse 1227 Danmann Avenue Pacifica, CA 94044 View Map Refund policy No Refunds
Local guitarists and songwriters, Rick Mixter and Pel Houchin, bring acoustic versions of their original songs to Make It Main Street on May 5th 3-5 PM at 429 Main Street, HMB. The Shorebirds’ songs include humorous social commentary and metaphysical reflections, and tall tales of odd characters. Come by next Thursday 3-5 and enjoy an afternoon of […]
TICKETS ON SALE NOW! The 2022 Mavericks Awards are on Saturday, May 7, at Old Princeton Landing. This awesome event celebrates Mavericks, the surfers and our amazing community. This year's format has 6 categories including Biggest Wave, Ride of the Year and Performer of the year for both Male & Female. $5K in prize money […]
Car show and swap meet is raising money for the Terra Nova High School Industrial Tech Program (wood and auto shop). LOCATION: Terra Nova High School - upper baseball field, 1450 […]
