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Come see new acrylic paintings, pyrography and wine barrel stave candle holders by artist Kevin Stokes.
Tons of great stuff, including Giants souvenirs, household items, furniture, books, women's size small clothing, CD's and much more.
Two houses on the corner of 5th and Le Conte and two houses on the corner of 4th and Le Conte. Come by and check it out.
Two groups representing over 65 artists will be holding a "Coastside Art Weekend" in and around Half Moon Bay on Saturday, May 5 & Sunday, May 6. This is the perfect opportunity to find that special gift for mom while supporting our community of artists.
The Colony of Coastside Artists (CoCA) "Open Studios" will showcase the works of over 25 artists at 9 studios from Montara to Half Moon Bay on May 5 & 6 from 11 - 4 p.m. There will be a variety of free art demonstrations. To see the map of participating artists, please visit colonyofcoastsideartists.com.
Bring your family and friends this Sunday for a fun afternoon of Art, Music and Refreshments! The Half Moon Bay SOuth MAin Arts (HMB SOMA ARTS) is inviting the public to take a "Spring Art Stroll" on Sunday, May 6 from 2 - 5 p.m. in the 600 - 800 blocks of Main Street in Half Moon Bay. There will be over 40 artists represented at 11 venues.
Harpist Pamela Bowen will be playing at the Barterra Winery & Courtyard Gallery & Personal FX at 643 Main Street.
Singer Kellie Morlock will be playing with guitarist Ray Olson next to the Spring Mountain Gallery & Coastside Land Trust Gallery at 790 Main Street.
For more details about the artists and venues of HMB SOMA ARTS, please visit hmbsomaarts.org.
Both events are free and open to the public.
From Mother's Day cooking to Friday Happy Hours - there is something for everyone at New Leaf Community Markets.
For details on these great classes and events, and to pre-register for classes (required), please visit our events page at: http://bit.ly/JBIuN9
Cooking Demo: Mother's Day Menu with The Family Chef Amy Fothergill, Tuesday, May 8, 6pm – 8pm, $15.
Live Music by singer-songwriter and musical storyteller Mo Robinson in the Café seating area. Friday, May 11, 4pm – 6pm, FREE.
Affordable Health Screenings, Saturday, May 19
Stop in for a variety of health screenings by Heart Watch including cholesterol, bone density, allergy, blood type and more. Tests are done by the fingerstick method with a Certified Phlebotomist. You will receive accurate results that meet State and Federal Standards. No appointment necessary. Prices vary. 9 am - noon.
Wellness Lecture: The Mind Body Connection with Dr. Ginger Mills, chiropractor and shamanic energy healer, Tuesday, May 22, 6 pm – 7:30 pm, FREE.
Friday Happy Hours every Friday
Join us for free beer or wine tasting every Friday. We will feature local wines and brews, wines that offer exceptional value, and limited quantity, hand-crafted wines. You must be 21 years of age or older to participate. 4 pm- 6 pm. FREE.
Spanish Wine Tasting and Talk with Darlene de la Cerna of Classic Artisan Wines, Friday, May 25, 4 pm – 6pm, free. You must be 21 years of age or older to participate. 4 pm- 6 pm. FREE.
Free Movie Night: FRESH, Sunday, May 27
FRESH celebrates the farmers, thinkers and business people across America who are re-inventing our food system. Forging healthier, sustainable alternatives, they offer a practical vision for a future of our food and our planet. 6 pm. FREE.
Cooking Demo & Tasting of Spring Mushrooms with Todd Spanier of King of Mushrooms, Tuesday, May 29, 6 pm – 8 pm, $10.
Free Spinal Screenings with Dr. Valerie Spier, DC, RN, MS. Dr. Spier of the Sun Center for Well Being. No appointment necessary.
Saturday, May 5, 11am – 2pm
Monday, May 14, 12pm – 4pm
Saturday, May 19, 9am – 12pm
Saturday, May 26, 1:45pm – 4:45pm
Saturday, June 2, 11am – 2pm
This is the last week of our funding campaign.
Bee the Change. Spread some Honey!
http://www.indiegogo.com/colony-collapse
Support coastside filmmaking.
Here's a link to a short video of the bicyclists in the Amgen Tour of California Bike Race as they pass Montara State Beach on May 14th, 2012:
Organic herb and vegetable grower Jacobs Farm / Del Cabo will host FARMFEST, a free celebration of the coast’s rich agricultural heritage and diversity. On Saturday, May 26, from 12-5 pm, FARMFEST will take place at Jacobs Farm / Del Cabo’s new venture FARMSTAND, in Pescadero. During this fun, informative afternoon, visitors can learn of the area’s agricultural history and future, while connecting directly with members of the local farming community.
Located in the historic Level Lea barn at 1743 Pescadero Road and surrounded by bucolic farmland, FARMFEST kicks off at noon with hands-on activities and a chance to enjoy fresh organic strawberries, locally roasted coffee and more from local purveyors. Kids and adults can get up close and personal with pasture raised chickens from a local egg farmer, pot up organic herb starts to take home and enter a contest to win a canvas tote full of organic goods produced by Jacobs Farm / Del Cabo. A wide selection of organic farm-fresh produce will be available for purchase from FARMSTAND. Talks by local farmers and food producers will span the afternoon, highlighting innovative projects and diverse agriculture in the region.
FARMFEST CALENDAR
Saturday, May 26, 12-5 pm
12:00 pm: History of Farming in San Mateo County
Larry Jacobs and Sandra Belin , organic pioneers and Jacobs Farm / Del Cabo founders
1:00 pm: Beyond Organic: Organic Farming and Agroecology
Brendan Miele, Director of California Farming Operations for Jacobs Farm / Del Cabo
1:30 pm: A Local, Organic, Diversified Farming Model
Teresa Kurtak, co-founder, Fifth Crow Farm
2:00 pm: Organic Coffee Production: It’s All About the Birds and The Beans
Local roaster Patti Spooner of Davenport’s Alta Organic Coffee and Tea
2:30 pm: There’s Still Gold in Them Hills
Celine Cohen of Farm Fuel on innovative biodiesel fuel and agricultural products from local mustard
3:00 pm: The Real Buzz on Coastal Beekeeping
Catherine Fraley of Coastal Bee
3:30 pm: Pasture Raised Chickens and Eggs
Andie Nichols of Wildland Farms, joined by a few of her fine-feathered friends
About FARMSTAND
FARMSTAND showcases organic, and local farms and food producers in Pescadero and neighboring communities. The market also shares information on other local food producers, including grass-fed beef and pasture-raised poultry farmers. Visitors can gather helpful tips on preparation, nutritional facts and recipes for weekly offerings. Located in a historic 150 year old barn at 1743 Pescadero Road, FARMSTAND is owned and operated by Jacobs Farm/Del Cabo, a certified organic herb and specialty produce grower based in Pescadero, CA. FARMSTAND is open Friday – Sunday from 11 am to 6 pm and on Monday holidays, throughout the summer and fall. Check our Facebook page for updates. http://www.facebook.com/JacobsFarmDelCabo.
Organic herb and vegetable grower Jacobs Farm / Del Cabo will host FARMFEST, a free celebration of the coast’s rich agricultural heritage and diversity. On Saturday, May 26, from 12-5 pm, FARMFEST will take place at Jacobs Farm / Del Cabo’s new venture FARMSTAND, in Pescadero.
During this fun, informative afternoon, visitors can learn of the area’s agricultural history and future, while connecting directly with members of the local farming community.
Located in the historic Level Lea barn at 1743 Pescadero Road and surrounded by bucolic farmland, FARMFEST kicks off at noon with hands-on activities and a chance to enjoy fresh organic strawberries, locally roasted coffee and more from local purveyors. Kids and adults can get up close and personal with pasture raised chickens from a local egg farmer, pot up organic herb starts to take home and enter a contest to win a canvas tote full of organic goods produced by Jacobs Farm / Del Cabo. A wide selection of organic farm-fresh produce will be available for purchase from FARMSTAND. Talks by local farmers and food producers will span the afternoon, highlighting innovative projects and diverse agriculture in the region.
Enjoy a full luau buffet, dancing and great auction items. Sell your surf gear or buy new ones. Come support and celebrate the success of the HMB Surf Club this Saturday May 12.
Enjoy a full luau buffet, dancing and great auction items. Sell your surf gear or buy new ones. Come support and celebrate the success of the HMB Surf Club this Saturday May 12.
