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August 13th, 2020
THE WEEKLY BUZZ MAIL!
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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. 8/26/20204:00pm to 5:30pm Join the Webex Meeting
NOTE: THIS HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH THE CURRENT MIRADA BRIDGE CLOSURE.
It came from CalTran with NO warning to County; “a complete surprise”, said Supervisor Horsley’s aide, Chris Hunter.
CalTran never even discussed this possibility at any Connect the Coastside Meeting, over the last year.
Chris believes, like the Moss Beach painted cross walk that just appreared with no coordination with the County, that CalTrans responded to a local resident’s complaint for safety.
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FREE ENERGY PROGRAM. PG&E fire Public Safety Power Shutoffs are coming. If you know someone that relies on power to survive, give these guys a call.
This program is specifically geared to residents who rely on medical devices that require energy. If you would like additional information about how the program works or the collaboration please contact Casey at energyinfo@seniorcoastsiders.org or 650-726-9056.
Are you prepared for the next public safety power shutoff?
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I wish to apologize to all the businesses that were closed this week. I am not supportive of these actions and, for San Mateo County, I believe they are misdirected and will cause more harm than good. This action is a bit like looking for your lost keys under a streetlight even though you lost them miles away. If you have read my previous statements, you know I put great import on balance. We have to minimize spread while not destroying everything else in the process.
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We’ve been saying for weeks that the U.S. wasn’t ready to re-open schools. The virus isn’t controlled. Rapid testing isn’t widely available – and what good are test results a week later? Testing in the U.S. is a bad joke – finding a week-old case of the virus does almost no good at all in stopping the spread, and our inflated test counts are meaningless. We explained that most of the U.S. was still out of control in July, and called it slow motion manslaughter. Then we detailed the evidence from six (6) countries which detailed the outbreaks caused by schools being opened. Part of that last article was an analysis from researchers at University of Texas at Austin , which forecast that over 80% of the counties in the U.S. would have at least one infected person show up in a school of 500 students.
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American Red Cross is looking for people who would be interested in being a Shelter Worker.
This is an in-person opportunity to volunteer in a Red Cross shelter before, during and/or after a disaster event this wildfire season.
Shelter Workers complete tasks necessary for shelter operations and aid with disaster clients within a shelter which may include working in reception, registration, feeding, or other areas within a shelter.
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VIDEO. An overview of the history of Half Moon Bay and the Coastside. Intended for future docents of the Half Moon Bay Coastside History Museum. Presented by Dave Cresson at the Johnston House on May 5, 2018. Video production by Liane Brookhart of Liane’s Lens.
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OWN VOICE. ~ InPerspective by Gregg Dieguez
Remember my article on electric vehicles getting better? Now we have a Mercedes Benz concept car with 700km (434 mi) range that recharges in ~15 mins, with 469 HP, and drives sideways… Not much of a trunk, though it seats 4.
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INVITATION. A whole new way to run the race and participate in the PARCA fundraiser. Do the run all at once, or spread it out.
Great opportunity for PE with your kids and well as raising awareness and compassion for others.
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OWN VOICE. ~ InPerspective by Gregg Dieguez
It’s better to laugh than to cry.
Better still: VOTE!
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Great Local Coastal Content Every Week.
Do you have a story?
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CONTACT us.
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COASTSIDE BUZZ CALENDAR
FREE and Self-Submit
MANY EVENTS ARE CANCELLED or
POSTPONED DUE TO COVID 19 VIRUS
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- Annual law enforcement update
- RHNA – Regional Housing Needs Assessment
- Presentation from Pillar Point Harbor
- Budget and Financial Update (Transient Occupancy Tax and Sales Tax)
- Mask ordinance? $100 fine?
- Midcoast Community Council Update (Medio/Miramar Bridge)
- BLM painted on the City of Half Moon Bay parking lot
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COVID-19 testing will be available at Cunha Intermediate School 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 in advance so for Tuesdays, that means anyone can sign-up starting the prior Saturday. But the trick is that more appointments are released from Saturday right up to the day of, so if at first one doesn’t succeed they should keep trying. Stay tuned!
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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 ticket buys a taste or a discount at participating restaurants, wine bars, breweries, sweet shops, and more. Plus, your purchase enters you in a raffle for a chance to win great prizes!
For more information, updates on participating businesses, and ticket purchases, click here.
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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
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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 RACE!
Please join us in running or walking this year’s races as part of our virtual race family! Sign up to run, or walk, the 5K, 10K or Half-Marathon. All distances can be run or walked during the event period, Monday, October 12 through Sunday, October 25 from wherever you are at whatever time is convenient!
Stay tuned for Registration
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This *virtual* support group offers a safe, supportive place for those grieving the loss of loved one to suicide. Open to all members of the community free of charge.
Please contact facilitator Isabel Stenzel by email istenzel@missionhospice.org for more information.
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Before You Visit
- The Garden and Estate trail are open, the historic House is closed at this time
- The Clock Tower Shop is open with Filoli-made products, plants for your garden and other special items. All purchases are credit card only, no cash or checks
- Online advanced tickets are required for all visitors, including members
- No seating or drinking fountains are available
- Visitor and Education Center restrooms are the only available restroom facilities onsite
- Daily capacity is capped to ensure necessary space for social distancing
Visiting Guidelines
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California defines Certified Farmers’ Markets as “essential services” in the Shelter in Place order. When we open for the season there will be several changes in place to support the wellbeing of our farmers, our staff, and our shoppers. We are asking the community to keep these protocols in mind, and be as committed to keeping our local farmers, ranchers, fishers and foodmakers healthy during this remarkable time as we are committed to doing the same for you.
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No One will be allowed into the market area before 9 AM, and/or all required sanitation protocols are in place.
- The first 45 minutes of the market day are reserved for Seniors.
- Help Us! Keep six feet distance between you and fellow shoppers. We need everyone to be observant and respectful of this basic requirement.
- Do not handle anything you do not intend to buy. If you touch it, you have to buy it.
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CoastViews Music Weekly Entertainment Guide
ALL LIVE MUSIC IS CANCELLED DUE TO THE COVID 19 VIRUS
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Coastside Agency Meetings GOING REMOTE!
Stay Tuned.
Highlighting indicates meetings occurring in the next week
HMB City Council ~ 1st / 3rd Tues. @ 7:00pm
HMB Planning ~ 2nd /4th Tues. @ 7:00pm
HMB Parks and Recs ~ 4th Wed. only @ 6:00pm
Sewer Authority Mid-Coastide (SAM) ~ 2nd / 4th Mon. @ 7:00pm
Granada Community Services District ~ 3rd Thurs. only @ 7:30pm
Montara Water & Sanitary District Meetings ~ 1st / 3rd Thurs. @ 7:30pm (second meeting often cancelled, so call ahead)
Coastside County Water District ~ 2nd Tues. only @ 7:00pm
Midcoast Community Council Meeting ~ 2nd / 4th Wed. @ 7:00pm
Coastside Fire Protection District ~ 4th Wed. only @ 6:00pm
San Mateo County Harbor District ~ 3rd Wed. only @ 6:30pm
Cabrillo Unified School District ~ 2nd Thurs. @ 7:00pm
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The Coastside Buzz Calendar
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With 24/7/365 access from any device.
All the music, government meetings, community events, senior activities and foodie specials on the Coastside.
Post your event from your phone.
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Consider a CoastsideBuzz Facebook boost to reach thousands.
Contact us!
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Meet Larry Anderson.
Are you a business?
Want to get your taxes done early?
Larry can help.
He can come to you, too.
(In Pacifica and SF. We also speak Japanese!)
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With a tenacious eye, Richard began watching chefs in Hawaii as they prepared pigs for traditional Luaus. The allure of the banquet sized paella pan for up to 200 guests enables everyone to enjoy his superb culinary treats.
As a personal chef, I specialize in recreating authentic, vegan, gluten free paella. My pleasure is to keep paella coming to your table for your parties. No job is ever too big, or too small, too near or too far. Please contact me for more information or to book a date. ~ Richard
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Barterra offers the finest California wines from top vineyards located from Santa Barbara to Mendocino…
- Pinot Noir, Merlot, Chardonnay and Sparkling from Carneros
- Sangiovese from Silverado
- Zinfandel, Syrah, Petite Sirah and Primitivo from Lodi
- Viognier from Paso Robles
- Sauvignon Blanc from Russian River
- Cabernet Sauvginon from Alexander Valley
- Reisling and French Colombard from Mendocino
- .... and Special dessert wines from Madera
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Learn to sail! This is a safe and fun way for youth ages 8-16 to learn how to sail in either an Optimist (Opti) or Laser. Both boats are extremely popular recreational dinghies that also feature prominently in competition. Most certainly STEM! (science, technology, engineering, and math).
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Other Businesses on the Coastside Buzz Directory
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Are You a Small Business?
ONLY $250 for Buzz Directory webpage. ONE-TIME FEE!
When you sign up for our COASTSIDE BUZZ DIRECTORY we not only offer a one-time free Buzz Facebook Boost,
but we can also feature you here, on the Weekly BuzzMail!
Want to talk about it first?
Contact Michelle Dragony at mdragony@coastsidebuzz.com.
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PODCAST. Here are almost two hours of BTS stories recorded by Michelle Dragony of Coastside Buzz from 2016 to 2019. Stay tuned for new podcasts in the new year.
Don’t you think this would make a great podcast for NPR? Could have lots of amazing, world-class guest readers!
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Teach your Kids to Listen and Imagine with Bedtime Stories
Prepare your child for a relaxing audio podcast experience. Whether in the car, the store, or before bed, let your child immerse their ears in their imagination. School is largely auditory. So, prepare your kid to listen and visualize a story without TV or video. Just listen!
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- Forward the Weekly Buzz Newsletter
- Use and post on the FREE Buzz Calendar
- Use and share the Buzz Directory! If you're a business the Coastside Buzz Directory is only $250 ONE-TIME FEE for an unlimited webpage with all your important contact information. All of which is shared to the Buzz Facebook and Instagram platforms
- LEARN MORE!
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Infinite Content ~ Coastside Buzz is a website on the internet. You can tell a story by article/photo-essay, podcast and video. The story can be as long as it has to be.
“To Give You a Voice, in Your Own Words ” ~ Support local content that is not editorialized, and aims for original sources as often as possible. Submit your own content. Produce free (if you know how) or low-cost content (if you need help), whether via articles (photo-essays), podcasts and/or videos.
Stories are no longer constrained by physical space like newspapers and radio. On Coastside Buzz every story gets its own infinite web page. That means infinite space for a story which can be an article, a podcast, a video, or all three. Tell your story, the way you want to tell it. Come play and help us produce great local content.
Free Self-Submit Coastside Buzz Calendar ~ Access 24/7/365 from any device. Find all the live music, community events, government meetings, senior activities and foodie specials happening on the Coastside. Missing something? It's FREE and self-submit...Go!
Comprehensive Coastside Buzz Directory ~ It is only $250/year for your own webpage on Coastside Buzz! Your web page includes business name, address/map, phone, email, website link, photos, descriptive text for hours, and more. Access your webpage 24/7/365 from any device. Buzz Bees will promote the Directory once a week, highlighting a business, via the Buzz Email and Coastside Buzz Facebook Ad Boost.
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Buzz Kaizen! ~ The Buzz Bees always continue to tinker and innovate with Coastside Buzz ~ constant incremental improvement. Have ideas? Let us know.
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