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Now that California has added art galleries to the list of businesses that may re-open, we are delighted to announce that new exhibitions will open on Friday, July 10, 1–5pm. […]
NOTICE. Interested in running for City Council? Here are some things for you to know! - To be eligible to run, candidates must be registered voters within the district with […]
The New Moon offers us a fresh start. A perfect time to look within and create new possibilities for our lives as we connect with Spirit. Gather in virtual Sacred […]
Nature photographer Bruce Finocchio is a master when it comes to capturing exquisite photos of birds and other wildlife. He totes a pro camera with a long and heavy telephoto […]
Granada Community Services District invites: Children ages 7-12 to join instructor Vicki Rudolph for one, two, or all three individual four day outdoor workshops at Mirada Park in El Granada (accessible […]
Stanford Blood Center Bloodmobile Tuesday, July 28, 2020, 11:00 am - 04:00 pm Ted Adcock Community Center, Kelley Ave, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019 Primary Blood Drive Coordinator, Eagle Scout […]
July 29, 2020 – 7pm – A Midcoast Community Council Virtual Meeting Zoom Link URL: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83446082841?pwd=bUNqVnZaaGd4UjkwVm13TEVka1Avdz09 Goal: The Study Session will record the community observations, questions, and ideas generated by […]
Local Coastal Land Use Plan (LCLUP) Update - Planning Commission Study Session on Final Draft LCLUP. The Half Moon Bay Planning Commission will hold another online study session on the […]
PHOTOS. San Mateo County Public Works was out at Medio Ave. this morning 8/11/2020 with a local contractor walking the west side of Hwy 1. The general idea that they […]
AGENDA. Agenda Packet and ZOOM link for Cabrillo Unified School District (CUSD) Meeting for 8/13/2020 at 7:00pm CUSD Survey (English speaking): 67% Hybrid, 24% Remote, 7% Independent, 2% Not Returning […]
The New Moon is a perfect time to look within and dream up the world we wish to manifest with the compassionate help of Spirit. Gather in virtual Sacred Circle […]
City Council of Half Moon Bay Meets ~ 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 7:00pm The New Now ~ Virtual Remote Public Agency Meetings HMB City Council Agendas 8/18/2020 Agenda Items: Annual […]
VIDEO. This afternoon, CalTrans released a press release regarding a Wed. 8/26/2020 meeting to present a proposal for a painted-on crosswalk installation at Hwy 1 and Miramar Drive. Wed. […]
Run walk ride or swim the world's most iconic destinations! Create a unique fitness challenge for yourself or your family. It’s unlimited! What better way to tackle ho-hum fitness routines […]
On the evening of January 17th, 1865, while the American Civil War was still reaching towards a conclusion, the crew of the clipper ship Sir John Franklin found themselves enveloped […]
Tickets on sale now. I bought mine! $100/ $75 for seniors. Event: August 30 - September 27 Eat, Drink, and Make a Difference Senior Coastsiders is partnering with local businesses to bring you a fresh spin on Taste of the Coast that supports us and benefits local businesses. Tickets go on sale August 1st. Each […]
Come out and put an awesome end to your weekend and enjoy some live music performed with Finians Call at San Benito House 8/30/2020. Cold drinks and great food!
The element of Fire is speaking loudly to us through extreme heat and wildfires. What messages do Mother Earth and Grandfather Fire have for us at this time? Gather in virtual Sacred Circle as the reflected light of the full moon illuminates the world that we have manifested for us to evaluate and release that […]
WHAT: 57th Annual Kings Mountain Art Fair – Virtual in 2020 One of the top fine art fairs in Northern California featuring original art by independent artists. WHEN: Labor Day Weekend September 5, 6, and 7 (Saturday, Sunday, and Monday) 10 am – 4 pm (PDT) WHERE: Online in 2020 www.kingsmountainartfair.org KM Art Fair: 650-851-2710 […]
Labor Day weekend fun! Grab a margarita and some food and enjoy the evening with some fun music.
Sunday Funday with Drop D Music! Derek Fairchild brings back the authentic Delta roots of the blues with a heavy brass slide wielded on a National Resonator Guitar from 1931. His added psychedelic twist, influenced by Jimi Hendrix & Keith Richards brings people to their feet to dance and packs the house like a hot […]
Are you feeling lucky? Then come join us for Bingo! Montara Art & Music Festival is hosting an online Bingo Game night on September 6th from 6pm -7:30pm. All you have to do is print out 3 Bingo cards (use the attached template) and fill in your numbers in this range: B 1-15; I 16-30; […]
ZOOM Meeting. San Mateo County Planning Commission Meeting: Wed. Sept. 9th at 9:00 a.m. Regular Agenda and Staff Report 1. Owner: San Mateo County Applicant: Department of Public Works & County Parks File Number: PLN2020-00119 Location: Unincorporated Coastal Zone Assessor’s Parcel No: Various, Unincorporated Coastal Zone Coastal Development Permit to authorize routine maintenance activities at […]
Hello Midcoast Community Council members, I would like to ensure you are informed of an upcoming event hosted by County Manager Mike Callagy and Supervisor Don Horsley. There will be an update about the fire effort for Coastside residents on Wednesday, September 9 from 4-5PM. Please see the zoom link below and note, the event […]
Please join the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) by accessing this online meeting via the link provided above, or by dialing into the meeting at the number provided above. Caltrans proposes to install: (WDS) Wireless Detection Systems Sensors (VMS) Variable Message Signs (10 Amber Alert signs) (MVP) Maintenance Vehicle Pullouts (MGS) to assist with equipment […]
The show goes on, after it was cancelled last month due to wildfires. The New Shoes Blues Band is making its debut appearance at Half Moon Bay's San Benito House. See and hear Dan Gorrell (guitar), Steve Schaefer (bass), Rich Silveira (drums), and Steve Lopez (harmonica)--and we ALL sing. This is a socially-distanced outdoor show. All San Mateo County COVID-19 rules are […]
If you can always find that missing sock, then this night is for you! The Montara Art & Music Festival is hosting an online Treasure Hunt on September 13th from 6:00pm – 7:30pm. We will call out items you have to find within your own home. The first person to come back with the right […]
Our agenda will include: Develop PAC recommendation for revision to Burnham Park Preliminary Plan Update on QP Pump Track Progress Update on Mirada Road Bridge project (tbd) Recreation Update/proposals ACTION ITEMS 1. Approve June 6, 2020 Meeting Minutes. 5 mins. 2. Develop PAC Recommendation for Revision to Burnham Park. Preliminary Plan. 25 mins. 3. Update on […]
Our monthly, or bi-monthly, free speakers series that tackles everything from environmental issues and economic development to social change and politics. Started by Lenny Mendonca, the founder and owner of the Brewing Company, Brews and Views serves as both a free public forum and philanthropy; part of the evening dining proceeds benefit the Cabrillo Education […]
The New Moon is a perfect time to look within and dream up the world we wish to manifest with the compassionate help of Spirit. Gather in virtual Sacred Circle to embrace the new moon with reflection, renewal and seeding new intentions. Let go of everyday concerns and rest in peaceful meditation to the soothing […]
12th Annual 50|50 Show Opens Sept 18 Join us for the opening of the 2020 50|50 show, a fundraiser celebrating art and community in an unprecedented time. Sanchez Art Center’s 12th annual 50|50 Show opens Friday, Sept 18, with a stunning array of small, affordable artworks on view through Oct 11. The Opening Weekend Fundraiser, […]
Join us for CJC’s 2020 Virtual High Holiday Services led by Rabbi Moshe Heyn and Sheli’ach Tzibbur Lissin Lev Chaya, with musical accompaniment by Avram Frankel. Our services have a deeply spiritual and haimish (warm, friendly, inclusive) vibe that is unique to the Coastside. Upon registration, the Zoom link and other details will be provided. […]
Do you sing in the shower? Do you car dance to your favorite tune? Then you have what it takes to show your talent! The Montara Art & Music Festival is hosting an online Talent Show and we are looking for YOU! Send us a 2 minute clip of your amazing talent and we will […]
2020 Coastside Candidate Forums Midcoast Community Council News Midcoast Community Council Map LEN ERICKSON FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2020 Sponsored by the Midcoast Community Council and League of Women Voters North and Central San Mateo County This year the forums are virtual forums conducted on Zoom (click for hard copy) For the virtual forum, YOU can submit questions in […]
2020 Coastside Candidate Forums Midcoast Community Council News Midcoast Community Council Map LEN ERICKSON FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2020 Sponsored by the Midcoast Community Council and League of Women Voters North and Central San Mateo County This year the forums are virtual forums conducted on Zoom (click for hard copy) For the virtual forum, YOU can submit questions in […]
For over a decade, Sanchez Art Center has been delighted to present a very large show of very small works, the 50|50 Show. For 50 days, participating artists create 50 small artworks—a challenging creative journey, to say the least! With its stunning display of originality plus the affordability of the artworks, this highly anticipated exhibition […]
The World Dog Surfing Championships are going LIVE, and WORLDWIDE on September 26th, as a live global sporting event. Photo by Jack Owicki The Livestream version of the 2020 World Championships for Dog Surfing takes place in multiple live locations — bringing together dog surfing talent for charity. Dog surfers are invited to bring home the gold. Heats […]
TABLE of PLENTY Half Moon Bay is a weekly supper for the hungry since 2012. About this Event TABLE of PLENTY Half Moon Bay: The TABLE of PLENTY (TOP) was founded […]
COVID-19 testing will be available at Our Lady of the Pillar Catholic Church, 400 Church Street in Half Moon Bay, intermittently, on some Tuesdays, from 9:00am – 3:00p.m. through Project Baseline. Moving forward, it appears testing in HMB will continue 2 Tuesdays on and 2 Tuesdays off for the foreseeable future. Testing appointments open 72 hours […]
Please join us to discuss and learn about Cabrillo USD finance and priorities.
Gather in virtual Sacred Circle as the reflected light of the full moon illuminates the world that we have manifested for us to evaluate and release that which no longer serves us. Let go of everyday concerns and rest in peaceful meditation to the soothing sounds of Native American Flute music played live. Journey with […]
Mario Andreini of Andreini construction says this will be the last closure for this project. Miramar Bridge Hwy 1 Detour Construction Begins Friday 9/18/2020 SEPTEMBER 16, 2020 BY MICHELLE LEAVE A COMMENT (EDIT) HOT OFF THE “PRESS”! And fresh from the Starbucks parking lot with Mario Andreini of Andreini Construction. They are the contractor for the Miramar Drive to […]
San Mateo County Harbor District hosts a Community Input Workshop. ZOOM Link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86113641076?pwd=dzdDc0xlMlExeFRsT1YzT DdQWkNlQT09 The San Mateo County Harbor District is actively seeking input on the upcoming Pillar Point Harbor RV Park Public Restroom and Greenspace Project. Please join us on Monday, October 5th at 5:30pm for a Public Workshop to discuss your vision for […]
Granada Community Services District Residents: GCSD Parks and Recs are offering two after school embroidery classes in the month of October. The classes are being taught by Anna Davidson, who taught third grade at El Granada Elementary for many years and introduced all her students to the fine art of cross stitching. The first class […]
Granada Community Services District Residents: GCSD Parks and Recs are offering two after school embroidery classes in the month of October. The classes are being taught by Anna Davidson, who taught third grade at El Granada Elementary for many years and introduced all her students to the fine art of cross stitching. The first class is for […]
Coastside CERT Great - ShakeOut 10/10/2020 with Area-Wide Communication Exercise Join us on Saturday October 10th from 10 am - 12:00 noon Coastside CERT will host The Great Coastside Shake Out Webinar and communication exercise. 15 minutes into our Webinar there will be a large (simulated) earthquake and we will have an exercise at the […]
Join Sea Hugger the second Saturday of every month for a beach cleanup at Dunes Beach in Half Moon Bay. Bring your own reusable gloves and mask and come help Mama Ocean! Sign the waiver and print your parking pass here: https://www.seahugger.org/beach-cleanups SIGN THE WAIVER Sea Hugger Beach Cleanups Note: If you […]
Safeway World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off 47th Annual "World Heavyweight Championship of Gargantuan Gourds" from Half Moon Bay, California We’ll be live-streaming the weigh-off on Facebook! WHEN: October 12, 2020, […]
Published: Oct 02, 2020 District: 4 - Oakland Contact: Alejandro Lopez Phone: (510) 385-6856 Email: Alejandro.Lopez@dot.ca.gov Of Southbound Tunnel For Construction Work October 13-16 San Mateo County — Caltrans has scheduled full […]
PRESS RELEASE. Approximately 1,687 residents impacted in South County, Coast Redwood City – The County of San Mateo is encouraging residents to prepare for the season’s first PG&E Public Safety Power […]
Study Session: Fuel Load Reduction and Weed Eradication. Agenda and Speakers: Zoom Link * Supervisor Don Horsley, District 3, Board of Supervisors * Richard Sampson, Division Chief, CAL FIRE […]
Montara Sanitary and Water District's General Manager Clemens Heldmaier presents to you the MSWD water and sewer system, virtually. MSWD, from and engineer's perspective, is like a mini San Francisco, […]
MCC Regular Meeting Agenda for October 14, 2020. The meeting will be conducted remotely as a telephone and video conference via Zoom. There will be no public meeting room for the meeting. Instructions for […]
Sponsored by Coastside Families Taking Action. To celebrate Indigenous People’s Day, CFTA is excited to be in a virtual conversation with two Ohlone leaders, Kanyon Sayers- Roods and Dr. Jonathan […]
Brought to you by San Mateo County. There will be 5 meetings on the coastside during the month of October, one of them in Spanish. Upcoming Opportunities. Join us at […]
Gather in virtual Sacred Circle at dusk, when the veils between worlds are thinnest, to embrace the new moon with reflection, renewal and seeding new intentions. Let go of everyday […]
Due to COVID-19, the Half Moon Bay Pumpkin Festival has been cancelled BUT the 42nd ANNUAL PUMPKIN RUN WILL GO ON! We are excited to announce our first ever VIRTUAL […]
Returning to San Benito House. New Shoes Band will be filling your ears with Blues! Come on out and end your weekend right with food, drinks, and good music.
SamTrans Coastside Transportation Committee October 20, 2020, 10:00 am Agenda Due to COVID-19 this meeting will be held using zoom. Welcome / Roll Call SamTrans updates on COVID-19 service impacts […]
Pacifica's getting a Drive-In! Get off your couches! Go on a date night! Revisit good ‘ole times. Enjoy fun family time out on the town while staying safe! Did you […]
Measure W Citizen's Oversight Committee Application Ballot Question The ballot question was as follows: To reduce highway traffic congestion (including 101, 280, interchanges); repair potholes, maintain streets, reduce local traffic, […]
Information on our San Mateo Protected Areas Collaborative Community Compliance Forum on 10/21/20. We will have a virtual San Mateo Protected Area Collaborative Community Compliance Forum on October 21st […]
Volunteer for Water! Download the flyer here: First Rain Flyer An unprecedented fire season has everyone hoping for rain. But what happens to water quality when those rains finally come? The […]
Monsters are coming to Half Moon Bay! Don't miss out of the fun of Half Moon Bay's second Pop Up Drive in movie night. Monsters, Inc. Presented by Sam's Chowder […]
VIDEO. At San Mateo County, we strive to make walking and bicycling safe and comfortable for everyone. The Office of Sustainability is leading our efforts toward that goal through the creation […]
Sunari Lifestyle is Popping Up Outdoor Market Style! Come shop the line of Yoga Streetwear, Upcycled Canvas bags, Kantha Quilts and Boho Boutique Hats! Featuring NEW Watering cans for decor […]
Please join us on October 24, 2020, as we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Jewish encounter with the Dalai Lama recorded in The Jew in the Lotus. Because of this […]
The San Mateo Resource Conservation District, in coordination with CalFire, is offering a free chipping program for large brush and small trees or limbs, up to 8 inches in diameter. […]
Zoom Wed, Oct 28, 2020, 10:00AM to 11:00AM This webinar is the first in a 2-part series on COVID-19 vaccines This free, one-hour webinar will explore: - Why the immune […]
Attention: California Ocean Community! Mark your calendars for October 28th to participate in this informational webinar on California halibut, hosted by the California Ocean Science Trust, and the California Department […]
Pick your own chestnuts at this historic orchard! Skyline Chestnuts is a 20-acre orchard sitting at an elevation of about 2,500 feet above Palo Alto in the Santa Cruz Mountains. […]
NOVEMBER 3, 2020 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION 2020 Candidate Roster Campaign / Committee Finance Filings City of Half Moon Bay Hotel / Lodging Tax Measure District Elections Information 2020 Candidate Manual […]
Spend Halloween at San Benito House with great music and great company. Blunder Buss will be filling our ears with lively music from 1:30pm - 3pm. Come hang out with […]
HALLOWEEN at SAN BENITO HOUSE this SATURDAY the 31st! 🎃 The scoop ⬇️ ▪️ 1:30 - 3:30 ▪ Blunder Buss Band by the Deli - "The band that rocks the […]
This Halloween under the full moon, we emanate light and love into the darkness to raise the vibration and protect the innocent ones. Gather in virtual Sacred Circle as the […]
Please join us in celebrating Dia De Los Muertos. We will be reading a book about Dia De Los Muertos and coloring sugar skulls. If your family wants to build […]
ZOOM Wed. Nov. 4th at 6:00pm to 7:30pm about Quarry Park. You are invited to the Quarry Park Pump Track – Virtual Community Workshop. When: Wednesday, November 4, 2020 6:00 […]
The San Mateo Resource Conservation District, in coordination with CalFire, is offering a free chipping program for large brush and small trees or limbs, up to 8 inches in diameter. […]
Sanchez Art Center is proud to host the Art Guild of Pacifica’s 62nd Annual Members Show, Nov 6–Dec 13. The 62nd Annual will fill both East and West Galleries, while […]
DISASTER PREP TRAINING. This is the new way to take CERT Basic Training - Start Now and Graduate by November 8th! Sign up here. The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) […]
7 November, 12-3pm Community Healing Clinic with Coastside Healing Arts & Earth Dancer Wellness Join us for a community clinic, featuring Acupuncture, Reiki and Therapeutic Bodywork. Sliding Scale, cash or […]
Local holiday shopping online. Made on the Coast Virtual Art Fair runs from today through December 31st. Local coastal artists from Montara to Pescadero are showcasing their locally made work. […]
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GRANADA COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT PARK ADVISORY COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Monday, November 11, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. The Parks Advisory Committee (PAC) serves the GCSD Board of Directors by providing […]
2020 State of the City Join us for the annual City of Half Moon Bay State of the City Address as we offer a look back at an unprecedented year […]
Join POST and the Bay Area Ridge Trail Council for a discussion of the history and future of our region's most ambitious trail network. About this Event Over 30 years […]
In the spirit of Diwali Festival of Lights, we celebrate the triumph of light over darkness and the blessings of freedom and enlightenment. Gather in virtual Sacred Circle at dusk, […]
A public workshop will take place on Tuesday, November 17, 2020, to allow for public comment on a proposal submitted to the San Mateo County Planning Department (Planning Case File […]
PRESS RELEASE. El Granada, CA – The Coastside Fire Protection District would like to invite the community to attend the virtual grand opening of the new El Granada Fire Station […]
Midcoast Community Council (MCC) Special Meeting Agenda for November 18, 2020. Click for 11/18/2020 Agenda and Zoom Link The meeting will be conducted remotely as a telephone and video conference […]
On Thursday, November 19 from 3:00-4:30pm, the Amah Mutsun Land Trust will hold an online Fire Symposium. It will bring together tribal leaders, fire researchers, archaeologists, and others for a […]
Hot off the press! From the Half Moon Bay City Council meeting, last night, Tuesday, 11/17/2020. City of Half Moon Bay, City Manager, Bob Nisbet presents. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Y-i1mg7SQY?start=2318] […]
VIDEO. From the Montara Sanitary and Water District meeting 11/5/2020. This item was brought to the MWSD board on November 5, 2020 at the request of Director Harvey and found […]
Join us for another Beach Break Entertainment Evening Under the Stars, in Your Cars featuring City Slickers. Starring Billy Crystal and Jack Palance. PG13 1hr 53 min. 6:00PM gates open […]
Come safely shop our outdoor market at Moon Mother's Nursery. Featuring: Local art by Susan Friedman Textiles by Jennifer Clark Unique talismans crafted by Digeann Boho streetwear from Sunari Lifestyle […]
Together on this full moon, we release any holiday stress, find solace in our spiritual community, and uplift our hearts with gratitude. Gather in virtual sacred circle during the full […]
Sanchez Art Center seeks artists (18 and older) from California, Washington, Oregon, Alaska and Hawaii for its 2021 Left Coast Annual, April 9–May 16, 2021. Online entries only. Enter at […]
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 […]
Produced by Briget Boyle | Background Music by Robin West Rourke ASL/English interpreter Jennie O’Shaughnessy DeLeon December 6, 6–7 pm VIRTUAL FUNDRAISER for CoastPride Please Join Us Even though we […]
Have your menorah, dreidels and latkes ready and join us for a community-wide Coastside candle-lighting event on Zoom. Let us know if you need any candles or dreidels; we have […]