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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 issues here. HMB Virtual Pumpkin Minifest 49.5 Sponsored by the Half Moon Bay Beautification Committee The 2021 Half Moon Bay Pumpkin Minifest 49.5 will […]
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 7
FEEDBACK. From the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District (MROSD) website. Community input is a key element in this process and is due by Friday, December 10, 2021. Redistricting is the process […]
Zoom Link Meeting Agenda Coastside Pacifica, Montara, Moss Beach, Half Moon Bay, Pescadero SamTrans bus service on the Coastside includes local routes in communities spanning Pacifica to Pescadero. Multiple […]
Agenda for Granada Community Services District (GCSD) Park Advisory Committee Meeting on November 3rd, 2021 at 7:00pm by Zoom. Agenda 2021-11-03 BPAC Agenda DRAFT 2022 PAC WORK TASKS To Be […]
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 […]
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 […]
On Thursday, November 4 at 6:30 p.m. the Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) will be discussing two important projects, the Main Street Traffic Safety Project and the Poplar Street Traffic Calming […]
Here’s what we have in on the calendar: Friday, October 1, 2021 from 7-9pm: Freewheel Brewing Company (3736 Florence Street, Redwood City) Saturday, October 23, 2021 from 2-4pm: Half Moon Bay American Legion (470 Capistrano Drive, Half Moon Bay) Saturday, October 30, 2021: from 8-Midnight: HALLOWEEN PARTY (80’S Dance Party) San Mateo American Legion (130 South Blvd., San Mateo) Friday, November […]
Republic Services is teaming up with the City of Half Moon Bay to hold our annual Fall Community Recycling Event for Half Moon Bay residents. The event will take […]
POSTPONED to Saturday, November 6th, 2021 from August 21st, 202 due to fires. This is the new way to take CERT Basic Training - Start Now and Graduate . Coastside […]
Abundant Grace transforms lives through our job-readiness programming: taking people experiencing homelessness to grow and harvest over 20,000 pounds of fresh, organic produce for free distribution to low-income families at […]
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. Enjoy a trio of wines from BirdHorse Winery, and a coupon for tacos at the next-door Taqueria Pacifica! Wine tasting FUNdraiser ~ $75 Sunday, November 7, […]
Upcoming Meeting: Monday, November 8, 2021 7:00 P.M. Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/94745868419 Background The City of Half Moon Bay’s Redistricting Advisory Committee was formed by the City Council at its May […]
PRESS RELEASE. From San Mateo County, Oct. 29, 2021. Public hearing set for Tuesday, November 9 Redwood City – An advisory commission tasked with studying potential changes to the […]
The Half Moon Bay City Council and Planning Commission welcome you to participate in a work session all about housing on Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. This meeting […]
On October 15, the San Mateo County Harbor District received a Coastal Development Permit Waiver for the installation of three emergency life ring buoy stations (LRBS) within Pillar Point Harbor. […]
Join the Corner Garden and Angels for ALAS for the first annual new and gently used warm coat and NEW accessories drive(Socks, underwear) Drive to benefit ALAS It's that time […]
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, arugula, pesto, Meyer lemon, mushrooms and parmesan) 8 PM**Program 9 PM**Dancing with DJ Nick from Local Productions $150/person (parking included) Out of concern for everyone's […]
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 […]
PRESS RELEASE. With a bit of sadness, and hope for the blessings the rain will bring, we have decided to postpone the farm to table luncheon fundraiser for a few weeks in order to be sure all the flowers are in full bloom, and that the field won't be a rainy muddy mess. The new […]
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 order Fresnel lens from the tower will be lit in its current location in the Fog Signal Building from 5 to 7 pm. Free event. […]
PRESS RELEASE. OPEN HOUSE on Sunday, November 14th, 2021 at 11:00am-1:00pm. Join Coastside Birth Options Founder & Integrative Women, Children & Family Health Specialist - Samantha Corsiglia and Coastside Healing […]
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 […]
Freestone Peaches plays the outdoor stage at the American Legion post 474 in Half Moon Bay! Allman Brothers Band tribute Freestone Peaches captures the feel, excitement and raw energy of the Allman Brothers Band live in concert. The SF Bay Area based band is comprised of veteran jam, jazz, blues, rock, country and Allman Brothers […]
Tues, November 16, 12:00 - 1:30 pm Register California suffers from a deficit of 3.5 million homes. This scarcity feeds poverty, homelessness, sprawl, and erodes the stability of the middle class, […]
Event by Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST) Register Join Peninsula Open Space Trust for a special free online screening of “Gather” – an award-winning film focused on discussing justice for Native […]
Lifemoves, in partnership with the County of San Mateo and the City of Half Moon Bay, will be hosting a webinar-based forum to provide updates on the Coast House Shelter […]
Fraud and Scams Awareness Workshop Presented by Leanne Gueco, Vice President, Bank of the West at Senior Coastsiders. Be on the lookout during this holiday season for fraudsters & […]
From Resource Conservation District (RCD) Executive Director, Kellyx Nelson. "We are going to receive a very high honor from NOAA Fisheries. Every two years they report to Congress about 9 […]
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 […]
Together on this full moon, we release any pre-holiday stress, find solace in our spiritual community, and uplift our hearts with gratitude. Gather in sacred circle during the full moon […]
"Lonesome Whistle." Steve Lambly, Rob Hatcher, and Marc Strohlein are performing as a trio, playing honky tonk, western swing, blues, and other Americana. We play songs by Johnny Cash, Grateful Dead, Merle Haggard, Dire Straits, and many others, along with some originals. You can learn more here: https://www.facebook.com/Lonesome-Whistle-113069161035084/?ref=pages_you_manage No cover 1 drink Minimum & 21+
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 […]
The AIDS Memorial quilt panels contain the stories of the lives lost, the heroes, and the survivors. CoastPride is pleased to have a panel with a local connection to display […]
Special Meeting for the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District (MROSD) Agenda for Wednesday, December 1st, 2021 at 5:00pm by Zoom. THIS MEETING WILL BE VIA TELECONFERENCE ONLY 1. The […]
Notice of Public Hearing – December 2, 2021 PROPOSED INCREASES TO GARBAGE COLLECTION, RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL FEES AND CHARGES Hearing may be viewed during the regularly scheduled MWSD Board meeting […]
Friday, December 3, 2021 | 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. PT * This is a virtual program, taking place live, using the online Zoom platform. Instructions on joining the webinar are provided […]
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 […]
Join the supportive community of our sacred circle to be inspired and uplifted while creating empowering intentions for the holiday season. Gather in virtual sacred circle to embrace the new […]
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 […]
Podcasts Meet Christina Corpus What Does the Sheriff's Office Do? Women in Law Enforcement Mental Health in Law Enforcement How the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office Serves Diverse and Immigrant […]
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 […]
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 […]
12 Coastside artists in 9 locations from Half Moon Bay to Pacifica. Shop for the Holidays, support local artists, avoid the friends and long shipping times! WHAT IS COCA? History Colony of Coastside Artists (CoCA) began in 2010 with a realization that most artists work in isolation and rarely share their work with others unless […]
Cabrillo Unified School District (CUSD) Meetings ~ 2nd Thursday @ 6:00pm CANCELLED: Thu. Dec. 9th @ 6:00pm - 10:00pm MOVED TO: Tues. Dec. 14th, 2021 @ 6:00pm - 10:00pm Watch remotely. Comments and […]
PG&E Helicopter Operations Near the Half Moon Bay Airport. The Half Moon Bay Airport has been notified that on Dec. 15-19, PG&E contractors will be operating two helicopters at Cabrillo […]
Coastside Fire Protection District Meetings ~ 4th Wednesday @ 6:00pm CANCELLED: Wed. Dec. 22nd @ 6:00pm - 8:00pm. MOVED TO: Thurs. Dec. 15th @ 6:00pm - 8:00pm. Watch remotely. Comments and questions by email. […]
The Redistricting Advisory Committee will meet on December 16, 2021 at 7:00pm by Zoom to review draft maps and select focus maps to be referred to the City Council for […]
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 […]
Gather in sacred circle to honor the Winter Solstice, to embrace the stillness of the longest night of the year and to welcome the returning light with drumming, singing, candlelight […]
Los Hermanos/The Brothers, screening Tuesday, December 28 at 4:00 p.m. $20 An Oscar caliber and contender, family-friendly documentary that illustrates through Cuban-born, virtuoso violinist and pianist brothers, how culture can succeed even when politics fail. In this gorgeous film featuring an electrifying musical score composed by Cuban Aldo López-Gavilán, the brothers are reunited through the lens […]
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 […]
FESTIVAL FILM - Documentary - 1 hr 30 min Q&A with Producer and special guest. About this film: When a fire destroys Cobb's Comedy Club in San Francisco, defiant owner Tom Sawyer and his crew of comedians rebuild it, hoping to revive the struggling indie comedy scene. As a breeding ground for young comedians, Cobb's […]
FESTIVAL FILM: DAY 2 - Documentary - 54 min Q&A with directors with David and Hi-Jin Hodge About the film: Life on Wheels tells the compelling story of a culture on the verge of a transformation. The film addresses the promises and absurdities of our auto-centric transportation system and explores possibilities for change. It examines […]
Girls Can't Surf the Movie Preceded by the short, Knocking Down the Fences FESTIVAL FILM DAY 2 - 1 hr 48 min Q&A with panel of guests after screening. About this film: It's the 1980s and the world of professional surfing is a circus of fluro colours, peroxide hair and radical male egos. GIRLS CAN'T […]
Girls Can’t Surf the Movie Preceded by the short, Knocking Down the Fences FESTIVAL FILM DAY 2 – 1 hr 48 min Q&A with panel of guests after screening. About this film: It’s the 1980s and the world of professional surfing is a circus of fluro colours, peroxide hair and radical male egos. GIRLS CAN’T […]
RITA MORENO: JUST A GIRL WHO DECIDED TO GO FOR IT (2021) FESTIVAL FILM: CLOSING NIGHT - Documentary - 1 hr 30 min Reception catered by Event Savvy and tastings by Half Moon Bay Distillery after screening. Food and drinks included with price of ticket. About this film: A look at the life and work […]
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, […]
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! […]
This first new moon of the new year is an auspicious time to dream up the world we wish to manifest with the compassionate help of Spirit. Gather in virtual […]
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 […]
First Dose Sunday, January 9th, 2022 from 2:00pm to 6:00pm at the Cunha Event Center at 530 Kelly Ave, Half Moon Bay. Second dose January 30th, 2022 from 2:00pm to […]
A full moon signifies completion - an ideal time for letting go of what you no longer need and for putting the past behind you. Gather in virtual Sacred Circle […]
West Trail Living Shoreline Project Parking Lot Closures Tuesday, January 18th - Friday, January 21st, 2022 As soon as construction is completed each day and/or at the end of that […]
Join us January 19, 2022 – 6:30-8:00PM for Elected Community Service Academy Session #2 Serving your community helps ensure decisions are made locally. Join MWSD for the second session of […]
SPECIAL MEETING. Tue. January 18th, 2022 @ 7:00pm - 8:00pm by Zoom. AGENDA - PUBLIC HEARING TO REVIEW REDISTRICTING FOCUS MAPS (8:15 PM) - Smith Field Survey - Accept Mayor […]
Vitalant and the IDES will be hosting a lifesaving blood drive, and you’re invited to save a life at this important event. In just 1 hour you can save as […]
Granada Community Services District (GCSD) Agendas and Zoom Links Thu. January 20th @ 7:30pm - 9:30pm Granada Community Services District (GCSD) Meetings ~ 3rd Thursday @ 7:30pm Watch remotely. Comments […]
Three New Exhibitions at Sanchez Art Center, Jan 21–Feb 13, 2022 Sanchez Art Center greets 2022 with three fascinating new exhibitions. In The Male Glaze, a Main Gallery show curated by Susan Hillhouse Leask, Philo Northrup dazzles with his colorful, whimsical assemblage pieces. In Art Quilts 2 in East Gallery, the artists of Studio Art […]
Recology of the Coast hosts Quarterly Recycle Days for El Granada, Miramar and Princeton an the Burnham Strip parking lot at the end of Avenue Portola Below you will find […]
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 […]
Hot off their new Grammy nomination, husband and wife team Marcus and Jean Baylor, return to the Bach to perform their polished blend of jazz, gospel, blues and soul. As the children of pastors, the Baylor’s musical roots were planted deep within the church and it manifests in their soulful approach to performing. Marcusis the […]
From the San Mateo County Resource Conservation District (RCD) posted on Jan 4, 2022. Members of the El Granada community are invited to a listening session hosted by the Resource […]
Featuring local professional saxophonist Sonya Jason (http://sonyajason.com/) and a variety of talented Bay Area jazz guitarists. Listen to sensuous melodic jazz standards while savoring a stunning sunset over the sea. Enjoy Happy Hour drink specials, too! Wednesday, January 26 from 5-7 p.m. at Moss Beach Distillery. Seating is limited. Must have a reservation to attend. […]
PRESS RELEASE. From the Midcoast Community Council (MCC) website on January, 14th, 2022. Thanks to Dave Olson for the post and the links. Welcome to the Virtual Open House for the […]
Agenda with Zoom Link 5-District Maps Map 504c (full version or detail, demographics) Map 503b (full version or detail, demographics) More on Redistricting on Coastside Buzz Homework! Four HMB Redistricting 10 Year Maps to Choose From…2 More Meetings To Go JANUARY 12, 2022 MAPS. From the City of Half Moon Bay website. The City of HMB Redistricting Advisory […]
Completed as of Thursday 1/27/2022! District 4 Planned Lane Closures Hwy 92 is SLOW Because PG&E is Doing Underground Utility Repairs ~ City HMB Asking to do Work at Night... […]
REPOSTED Friday 1/28/2022. COMPLETED 1/27/2022 ~ Hwy 92 ~ CANCELED Closure from 9:00PM to 6:00AM for Highway Construction Affecting ALL LANES Completed as of Thursday 1/27/2022! District 4 […]
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 […]
Contemporary jazz composer and guitarist Ray Obiedo has had an eclectic musical background during his youth spent in the San Francisco Bay Area. The sounds of Miles Davis, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Henry Mancini and the popular sounds of Motown Records influenced his early musical persona. Obiedo has a long association with Pete Escovedo and played […]
Granada Community Services District (GCSD) Parks Advisory Committee (PAC) meeting on Monday, January 31st, 2022 at 7:00pm by Zoom. PAC Agenda for 1/31/2022 Granada Community Services District […]
Stay tuned.... Laura Parmer-Lohan is so grateful for the opportunity to run for San Mateo County Supervisor (D3) 2022! The next step in the electoral process is to gather signatures […]
6 February 2022 from 11am-1pm Health Clinic: To Benefit ~ Tonga Aid Samantha Corsiglia of Coastside Health and Healing & Christy Contreras-Coastside Healing Arts, will host a Therapeutic Healing Clinic […]
Join us for a zoom presentation Hosted by CoastPride with Janna Barkin, author of "He's Always Been My Son". Followed by a panel discussion about transgender youth. "This inspiring […]
Collection until Saturday, February 27th, 2022. Giveaway of FREE Prom Dresses and Jewelry is on March 5th, 2022 from 12pm to 4:00pm at Mariner's Church, 100 Stone Pine Rd., Half […]
Consideration of a Coastal Development Permit, for the County Parks Department’s Off-Leash Dog Recreation Pilot Program. The proposed pilot program is limited to Pillar Point Bluffs and Quarry Park, located […]
JOIN US FOR OUR NEXT POOL COMMITTEE MEETING Please join us for our next open forum meeting led by FOHMBPAR's Pool Committee Co-Chairs Kirk Riemer and Amy Allshouse on Wednesday, February 9th, 2022 at 6 pm […]
"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 to 4:00pm. Dick Termes with be at the gallery February 18th and 25th, 2022. Our Main Street Gallery is open daily from 11:00 to […]
Coastside community members are invited to a virtual meeting on Feb. 10 at 7 p.m. to hear representatives with San Mateo County Parks, San Mateo Resource Conservation District, and CAL […]
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.
Please join us for a presentation by Bishop Megan Rohrer, the first openly transgender minister to be ordained by the Evangelical Lutheran Church. Valentine’s Day is often seen as an […]
This full moon, we perform an uplifting transfiguration ceremony to emanate love & light, raising the vibration for ourselves and the planet. Gather in virtual sacred circle as the reflected […]
