Living in Belmont, San Carlos and Redwood City
August 31, 2009
Free tickets to families that call me before September 3rd….
DATE: Friday, September 11, 7pm, in the Emerald Room
Price: $10.00/ person (1/2 off with RSVP by Fri. 9/4)
August 26, 2009
For a relaxing discussion, kids and adults are encouraged to bring their questions to Congresswoman Speier. Family forum will be followed by group yoga and fun activities for the kids. For more info. go to www.speier.house.gove or call 650.342.0300.
I think this is a great idea, especially for kids to get used to speaking and asking questions of someone in power. Bring a blanket and a chair.
Saturday, August 29, 9 – Noon.
August 25, 2009
At BounceU of San Carlos, they specialize in perfect party ideas. With their amazing inflatable structures, unbeatable customer service, and clean, climate-controlled environment, all you really have to do is show up and take pictures. Throwing a private party here couldn’t be easier – just give them a call, choose one of their popular packages, and let us take care of the food, the cleanup, and everything else.
Kids flip for our unbelievably cool bounce stadiums (imagine the ultimate children’s playground experience in a safe, indoor setting), but they also can’t get enough of the games, the food, and sharing the spotlight with family and friends. You’ll love the looks on their faces when they walk in, and nothing beats leaving with the feeling that your big day has been a truly special event.
August 24, 2009
If you’ve never been to Glinda’s in San Carlos, you are really missing something GOOD! The fudge is terrific there. She is located at 627 Laurel Street… You can visit her at www.glindasfudge.com or call 650.595.8714.
Glinda is celebrating back-to-school days you can receive a free 1/4lb of fudge with purchase.
August 23, 2009
Thank you for sharing this info. with me and everyone.
Go to: www.ojolie.com for free e-cards. Beautiful site!
August 22, 2009
Hi All,
If you love ice cream, this is the place to be.
ENJOY EVERYONE, ICE CREAM IS ON ME!
Just give them my business card and all ice cream for you and your family is on me. 1 card for up to 4 cones… Let me know what you think of the ice cream and get an extra gift certificate for the ice cream for up to $25.00… enjoy and let me now what you think and do a write up and get an extra $10.00 gift certificate.
August 21, 2009
Enjoy a FREE card from Jacquie Lawson, she sends out a free animated card once a month…. Enjoy!
Just click on this link: “http://www.jacquielawson.com/preview.asp?pv=cotm“
August 20, 2009
Hi All, with compliments of Filoli…
It is that time of year again, for all my clients. Please let me know if you will be attending… I will be purchasing tickets for all of us on August 24th. The event will be held on Saturday, October 3rd, from 10:00 – 3:30 p.m. During this special seasonal event—a favorite of many—discover and savor one-of-a-kind pears, apples and grapes from Filoli’s heirloom orchards.
The Filoli Garden Shop will be open throughout the day and special guest vendors will be nearby with their unique artisanal edibles including honey, condiments, candies and pastries.
Filoli volunteers will host floral design demonstrations at various times during the day. Guided orchard tours will be conducted as well. Filoli’s Nature Education Docents will be on hand to share information about the many nature education programs that Filoli offers. Garden Information Docents will be present to share insights about the many intriguing aspects of caring for Filoli’s world-renowned gardens.
Besides all this, it is always great to see all of you and get caught up on all of your accomplishments and stories. Much less to see how the children and grandchildren have grown.
Please let me know if you and your family will be attending and the ages of the children.
See you soon!
August 20, 2009
August 19, 2009
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In 1851, a deep-water channel that ran inland to what is now Redwood City was discovered off of San Francisco Bay. Named “Redwood Creek,” this channel was used by the lumber companies to ship wood and logs from the redwood forests in the peninsula hills to San Francisco. Lumber products of all types were brought to the waterfront for export, and Redwood City became famous for its workable port where materials could be shipped without the delay or expense of overland travel.The port also generated the beginning of the ship-building industry . The first schooner was built in 1851 by G.M. Burnham and appropriately named “Redwood.” Shipbuilding remained an active industry until the 1880′s. The last wooden ship built in Redwood City, called the “Perseverance,” was launched in 1883.
Many different types of businesses found the proximity to a deep-water channel of benefit, and wharves and businesses soon occupied the entire length of Redwood Creek. Commercial shipping of products other than lumber thrived, especially shingles, grains, and livestock. There were three main wharves. The two largest were on opposite sides of the creek at Broadway (then called Bridge St.) The third wharf, owned by Frank’s Tannery, was farther down the creek near where the present-day Mervyn’s Plaza is located. Throughout the years, Redwood Creek was silted in with mud from land erosion caused by the building of wharves and the development of the town In 1896 and again in 1909, the Army Corps of Engineers dredged the creek so that it could continue to be used for shipping. The Redwood City Harbor Company was formed in 1912 by businessmen and civic leaders, but continued growth of the port was inhibited for some time by the railroad and other competing transportation interests. Several industries, however, saw the location as an asset, including the Alaska Codfish Company and the Morgan Oyster Company. The Pacific-Portland Cement Company, which located there in 1924, greatly increased shipping activity at the port. A 1929 bond issue campaign to improve the channel was defeated. But in 1935, a harbor bond issue of $266,000 was approved by voters and matching funds were obtained from the federal government. With this large showing of support, the channels were dredged and larger piers were built along the sections that parallel what is now Seaport Blvd. In 1937, the first cargo ship steamed into the new Port of Redwood City, and since that year, the Port has operated independently and profitably. I don’t know about you, but I think this is really interesting. Don’t we live here in the Bay Area in such a diverse section. I for one, am so grateful to be living here.
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