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New Leaf Community Markets: February Events

Thursday, February 23 from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. New Leaf Community Day donates 5 percent of the day’s store sales to the Community Alliance with Family Farmers—Farm to School Program in San  Mateo County. This program addresses complex causes of childhood obesity and helps to improve the health and economy of the local community by educating students in the classroom, bringing them to the farm, and providing access to fresh produce in the cafeteria. They provide 70 Harvest of the Month tasting kits to schools across the county and partner with Ravenswood School District and Jefferson Union School District to increase the amount of local produce in the schools. Meet representatives during the day and support the  program.

Tuesday, February 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. Cooking Demo and Tasting: Wild Mushrooms. Come for a cooking demo and tasting, and learn about wild mushrooms from the King of Mushrooms, Todd Spanier, who discusses flavor, preparation, and recipes, and offers samples. $5. Preregistration required.

To preregister, call 850-726-3110 extension 101 or go online to NEW LEAF COMMUNITY MARKETS 150 San Mateo Road, Half Moon Bay.

Wavelength: Ian Butler Interviews Local Movers & Shakers

Genial host Ian Butler interviews a wide range of community thinkers and doers on PCT 26's award-winning TV show Wavelength. Watch anytime at WAVELENGTH and Mondays live at 6:30 p.m. on cable channel 26 in Pacifica and cable channel 27 in Half Moon Bay.

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Tall Ships Visit SF Bay Area, February 23-March 7

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HAWAIIAN CHIEFTAIN

Robert Buelteman @ Sanchez Art Center, Opens Feb. 24

Iris douglasiana, 2000, Robert Buelteman (cameraless, lensless, computer-free photogram
 
Sanchez Art Center is delighted to present the extraordinary cameraless, lensless, computer-free imagery of Robert Buelteman, from February 24 through April 1. Buelteman’s Signs of Life, curated by Jerry Barrish, showcases Buelteman’s colorful, light-filled botanical photograms made without cameras, lenses, or computers.

The East Gallery features artworks from The Arc San Francisco ArtReach Studios. In the West Gallery, the Art Guild of Pacifica presents a group show entitled Heads. All three exhibits open Friday, February 24, with a reception for the artists from 7 to 9 pm. Music is provided by musical duo Vivace. All exhibits run through April 1. 

Buelteman gives an Artist’s Talk on Sunday, April 1, at 4 p.m. After the February 24 opening reception, galleries are open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m., through April 1. Sanchez Art Center is at 1220 Linda Mar Blvd., Pacifica. For more information: 650-355-1894 or www.sanchezartcenter.org.

Chasing the Swell: February 24 Surf Movie Benefit for Earth Day

 

Friday, February 24: Pacifica Beach Coalition and premier sponsor Recology of the Coast present Chasing the Swell: Big Wave Surfing Through the Pacific by Sachi Cunningham. The three-part video chronicles the lifestyle of big-wave surfers journeying between swells in Waimea Bay on the north shore of Oahu, Mavericks in Half Moon Bay, and Isla Todos Santos a small island off Baja California. This specialized group of watermen share their perspectives as they focus on pushing the envelope of their paddling skills so they can catch larger and larger waves unassisted.  

The film screening in support of Earth Day Pacifica (April 21, 2012) includes a special viewing of the award-winning Mavericks: Everest of the Sea Photo Exhibition. Great raffle prizes. No-host wine and beer. Two screenings: 6 and 8:30 p.m. (doors open at 5:30 and 8 p.m., respectively). Arrive early for best seats to buy raffle tickets and share in community spirit.   

Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door, $10 in advance for seniors (65 and over) and youths (16 and under). Tickets available online at PACIFICA BEACH COALITION and at these supporting locations: Sunlight Surf Shop, 575 Crespi Drive; Cafe Pacifica, 1821 Palmetto Avenue; Pacifica PBR Office, 1810 Francisco Blvd.

Bud E. Luv @ Owen Hall, February 25

Pacifica Performances presents Bud E. Luv, Saturday, February 25 at 7:30 p.m., Mildred Owen Hall, 1220 Linda Mar Blvd., Pacifica, in the building with the colorful mural. Bud E. Luv is a bona fide Las Vegas-style performer. He will charm you with his crazy showbiz tales and knock you out with his incredible vocal renditions of Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darrin, and Sammy Davis, Jr., et al.—a very funny show! Generously sponsored by DeMartini Graphics. Tickets are on sale at the door starting 30 minutes before the show, or in advance at http://www.pacificaperformances.org by Friday, 12:00 noon the weekend of the show. Admission: $20 Adult; $17 Seniors 62+ and Students under 25 with current ID; $15 Members; $12 Senior and Students Members; Youths under 18 are free. Doors open 30 minutes before the show. For more information or a schedule, call 650.355.1882 or email info@pacificaperformances.org. Mildred Owen Hall is wheelchair accessible.

Spring Native Plant Sale @ San Bruno Mountain, Feb. 25

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Fingerpuppets @ Cheers of Pacifica, February 25

Terra Nova Bands Pasta Dinner @ St. Peter, February 25

Terra Nova Bands 5th Annual Pasta Dinner. Hosted by St. Peter Men's Club. Join us for a fun evening of dinner and music! Saturday, February 25 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at St. Peter Church, 700 Oddstad Boulevard (at Linda Mar Boulevard), Pacifica.

Adults $15, Seniors (60+) $10, Students (11-17) $10, Kids (under 11) $5. Performances by Terra Nova Marching Band, Jazz Band, and Percussion Ensemble. One-of-a-kind, handmade quilt (see above) raffled off at the end of the evening. Raffle tickets are $2 each or three for $5. Call 650-359-7279, click TERRA NOVA BANDS, or talk to your favorite band student for tickets.

Next Pacifica Beach Coalition Activity, February 26

If you could use some fresh air and a feeling of accomplishment, Pacifica's beaches need your help. If you can't make it to a beach cleanup, help us anyway by picking up litter on your street and wherever you go. If your group would like an outing at a beach cleanup or restoration day, please let me know. Your group can have a bonding experience outdoors, where you never know what you will find: mammoth bones or a $100 bill. One thing I know for sure: You won't find these things on the TV or computer!
 
Future beach dates:
February 26 - Linda Mar Habitat Restoration
March 3 - Rockaway
March 10 - Sharp Park
March 17 - Linda Mar
March 25 - Linda Mar Habitat Restoration
 
L Y N N . A D A M S
President, Pacifica Beach Coalition
650.355.1668 Office
415.309.5856 Cell
Earth Day is coming. Please mark your calendar for April 21, 2012.