Coastsider Town Hall

Kirby Vacuum Cleaner for Sale

2010-03-15T05:23:28Z

Kirby G-Six Series Vacuum Cleaner for sale complete with all attachments, carpet cleaning kit and three bags. Vacuum operates as both an upright and as a canister. Purchased ten years ago for $2,500. Will sell for $400.00. If interested, please send e-mail. Also posted on Craigslist with photos.
Contact: lorraine dot howes at sbcglobal dot net

Interactive Talk with author Dr. Clever of the RENEW clinic at Ink Spell Books Thurs. 6:30 p.m.

2010-03-10T09:28:38Z

Fatigue Prescription:
4 Steps to Renewing Your
Energy, Health & Life
An Interactive Talk

Ink Spell Books
Thursday, March 11th 6:30 p.m.
500 Purissima St. (Purissima & Kelly)
Half Moon Bay
650-726-6571

Dr. Linda Clever has developed a do-it-yourself tool kit with “The Fatigue Prescription,” based on years of medical practice, life experience, and the success of RENEW.

Are you living your to-do list rather than living your life? Many of us run from task to task and are burning the nearly non-existent candle at both ends. We are sleep-deprived, overworked, overwhelmed, and undernourished in body and soul.

Admission: FREE!

Free educational events at New Leaf Community Markets this month

2010-03-09T22:49:51Z

On Tuesday, March 16 from 6 - 7 pm, New Leaf Produce Director, Mark Mulcahy, will present “For the Love of Produce: Citrus.” Mark will talk about the difference between various types of citrus, where they come from, how to select them and prepare them, as well as provide suggested pairings and recipes.

On Tuesday, March 23 from 6 - 7:30 pm, Larry Jacobs of Jacobs Farm/Del Cabo and his team will give a talk on Organic Farming in Mexico. They will tell their story about the cooperative they started to help small family farmers and their communities. Samples of their tasty winter produce will be served.

Pre-register for both events is required; to register calling 831-466-9060 ext 126 or online at http://www.newleaf.com. New Leaf Community Markets is located at 150 San Mateo Rd, Half Moon Bay. http://www.newleaf.com

Support RotaCare Coastside Clinic by Shopping at New Leaf on March 25

2010-03-09T22:47:50Z

On March 25, 5% of the day�s sales at New Leaf Community Markets will be donated to the RotaCare Coastside Clinic. This clinic provides free healthcare for uninsured people from Pacifica to Pescadero, including medical exams, diagnostic testing, lab testing, and pharmaceuticals. The clinic is open Wednesdays from 5 - 8 p.m. at 225 South Cabrillo Hwy, Suite 200A, Half Moon Bay. RotaCare Bay Area is supported solely through volunteers, grants, and donations. Representatives will be on hand at New Leaf from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. New Leaf Community Markets is open from 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. and is located at 150 San Mateo Rd, Half Moon Bay. More information at: http://www.newleaf.com http://www.rotacarebayarea.org

For sale: 50” Toshiba HDTV (includes brand-new spare bulb)

2010-03-07T11:18:20Z

This Toshiba 50HMX96 is a terrific DLP HDTV that�s been carefully looked after in its 3 years of use. It includes the original bulb, which is still delivering a great picture, as well as spare, brand-new bulb that�s never been used before. Remote & manual are also included. When I bought it in late 2006, it was a top-rated TV by Consumer Reports.

Full specs are here: http://bit.ly/coly2P
Short version: 480i/480p/720p picture, 50-inch screen, inputs: 2 HDMI, 2 component, 1 PC, 2 s-video, 2 composite.

Price: $450. Cash only.

Buyer must pick up this TV in El Granada. The TV�s dimensions are 85 lbs. and 58 3/8 x 35 1/16 x 15 1/4 inches, so you might need a truck, but a station wagon or van would probably also work.

Please let me know if you have any questions: paulcurthoys(at)yahoo(dot)com. Thanks.

Speaker to address Half Moon Bay Garden -Ruth Bancroft Garden Director of Horticulture Brian Kemble

2010-03-04T13:02:30Z

Brian Kemble, who has served as the Director of Horticulture at the Ruth Bancroft Garden for thirty years, will be the featured speaker at the next regular meeting of the Half Moon Bay Garden Club.(Monday evening - March 8th 7:00PM at Canada Cove Clubhouse) Members of the public are encouraged to join the Half Moon Bay Garden Club for this educational and entertaining event. Mr. Kemble will show slides and be available to answer questions after the presentation. Light refreshments will be provided.
The Ruth Bancroft Garden in Walnut Creek, features cacti & succulents collected by Mrs. Bancroft over many decades. The origins of the dry garden are traced back to Mrs. Bancroft�s visit to a friend�s garage sale, where she took home a couple of pots of succulents for the windowsill. Over 36 years, those few small pots led to a four-acre garden and a series of shade houses and greenhouses filled with thousands of succulents.
The mission of the Ruth Bancroft Garden, Inc. is to preserve this exceptional example of garden design and to continue to develop its collection of water-conserving plants for the education and enjoyment of the public.
There is a write up on Mr. Kemble and his work at the Ruth Bancroft Garden in this month�s VIA magazine, and the Half Moon Bay Garden Club is thrilled to have him as a featured speaker.

Drought tollerant gardening is important to the water-wise gardener. Many species of Cacti & Succulents thrive here on the coast!

The event takes place on Monday, March 8th at 7pm at the Canada Cove Clubhouse on 101 Canada Cove Avenue, Half Moon Bay. The Garden Club is asking for a donation of $5 for non-members which can be applied to the annual dues of $20.00 should the attendee choose to join after the lecture.
For more information on the talk please email: info at hmbgarden dot com.
For more information on the Ruth Bancroft Garden, check their web site: http://www.ruthbancroftgarden.org/

Compassionate Female Live-in Caregiver Available

2010-03-02T20:50:35Z

A 32 year old female Community Health Worker with three years experience providing live-in caregiving of an elder in the SF Bay Area, seeks a live-in care-giving opportunity on the Coastside or the SF Bay Area. Very good English skills, pleasant personality; does not drive. Excellent references available. Please respond by email to chyodolma at yahoo dot com or tel 415 350-0549.

House/Cat Sitter Needed

2009-10-29T17:59:08Z

Hi, I’m looking for a house/cat sitter for several trips I’m taking this winter, one in November and the other during the holidays (Edit: just realized I don’t want to publicly post the exact dates) I would prefer someone who can stay at my place but other arrangements are possible as well. I have a separate studio apartment on the property so the two times could be combined if it works better for you. My two cats simply need some loving attention while I’m out of town. The location can’t be beat with stunning views of the Pacific in Montara.

Please drop a note here on the coastsider or give me a call at 530-863-2244 if you’re interested.

Looking for someone to share a storage/studio space

2010-02-28T14:16:36Z

I have a storage unit, about 360 sq ft with very tall ceilings, that I have been sharing with another person and using as a combo storage and studio space. The person I’m sharing this unit with is leaving town so I am looking for someone to take over his spot in the space. Ideally that person would be looking for a shared space to use but not fill with stuff. The space is long and narrow so we both have a side and it can get somewhat cramped. Rent is $330/month, so we each pay $165.

Coastside Author Holds Books Release Party

2010-02-26T11:25:48Z

My debut historical fiction novel, Watermark, is coming out on April 13 from HarperCollins. The big bookstores will have it along with some of our local bookstores (yay!). Books Inc in Berkeley is also hosting a release party on May 3rd at 7 pm. I know it’s a bit out there, and on a weekday, but if any of you can come out, I would love the support!

I’m also reading in Corte Madera in May, and am planning one or two local events. Details can be found at http://www.vanithasankaran.com