Down The Rode – by Ty Mellott
BAY & BEYOND
NOVEMBER
1 • Daylight Saving Time Ends, Remember, Fall Back…
11 • Annual North Bay Veterans Day Parade, Check often as this event is still scheduled but may change prior to event. Historic Downtown Petaluma at 1 p.m. With the help of many donations this year you will still be able to see the largest most colorful parade of its kind in Nor Cal with bands, Color Guards, decorated vehicles and more. 707-769-0429.
11 • Veterans Day Cruise On-Board the USS Potomac (Canceled). This letter is from the volunteers and representatives of the USS Potomac to all visitors to our website. Whether you are a Friend of The Potomac, a supporter, a lover of history, or just a visitor we hope you will read our message, below:
First and foremost, we can’t lose sight of the terrible loss of life from this pandemic and the debt we all owe to the front-line responders for their bravery and seemingly endless effort.
We hope that you are well during these difficult and unprecedented times. All of us at the Potomac would like to thank our amazing Friends, donors, and volunteers who have demonstrated their support over the years, and especially during the past several months, doing maintenance and making donations.
Like many nonprofits across the country, the past few months have been the most difficult we have experienced in our 25+ years serving the community. The ship has maintenance and upkeep expenses which must be paid for in order to have an operational vessel when we return. We are having great difficulty covering these expenses because all events and cruises have been cancelled until further notice. This has resulted the loss of all revenue to cover our continuing expenses.
At this point we are working very hard to find ways to bring the Potomac back. We are optimistic that we will re-open to serve the students and residents of the Bay area as well as our visitors for the 2021 sailing season.
However, we need your help now, more than ever.
We are reaching out to you, our beloved friends and supporters, and asking for your help. If you can find it in your heart and means to make a donation, we will be forever grateful. You can make the re-opening of this national treasure possible.
Please mail donations to: Potomac Association, 40 Water Street, Oakland, CA. 94607
Or to donate online: http://usspotomac.org/give/donate.php
Thank you so much for supporting us over the years, and we hope to continue to be around for years to come.
Sincerely, The Potomac Association Volunteers
27 – Jan 3 • Pier 39 Tree Lighting Ceremonies, (Make Sure to Check Website prior to planning for this event) Pier 39 is spreading Holiday cheer on San Francisco’s Waterfront! The Pier is unwrapping a new nightly tree lighting experience on its 60-foot Christmas tree which will come to life at the top of each hour from 5-10pm, November 21, 2018 through January 1, 2019. Synchronized to Holiday music, the tree will become a kaleidoscope of swirling color, adorned with thousands of specialty lights and ornaments. These dazzling tree lighting moments take center stage all season long. Get into the spirit of the season at Pier 39 while shopping, dining, and sipping on a Holiday cocktail or a cup of hot cocoa. Visitors will also enjoy local community performances, writing letters to Santa, fun social sharing activities and receiving a “thank you” gift for bringing a toy for those less fortunate.
28 • Petaluma Santa’s Riverboat Arrival, Turning Basin and the Historic Downtown of Petaluma at 11:30 a.m. Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive at the Petaluma Riverfront onboard a boat, to greet the children and distribute candy canes. Call 707-769-0429 for more info.
DECEMBER
8 – 11 • 44th Annual MRAA 2020 Annual Marine Dealer Conference & Expo, Due to Covid, this year’s event will be held virtual and online. For additional information and a list of this year’s speakers and scheduled events call the Marine Retailers Association of America at 708-763-9210 or visit www.mraa.com
TBD • Bay and Beyond Annual Lighted Boat Parades, At the time of print most if not all parades have been canceled due to Covid restrictions. Make sure to check the organizers of your local and favorite Holiday Parades for their status.
12 • 33rd Annual Sausalito Lighted Boat Parade & Fireworks Display, Sadly, like most events, the parade has been canceled this year. See you in 2021. For more info visit www.syconline.org or www.oursausalito.com/calendar-of-events/sausalito-lighted-boat-parade.html
21 • Winter Equinox, marking the start to winter and yet there is still plenty of perfect boating weather in store. Great Time to cruise the Bay and start thinking of summer and warmer months to come.
31 • Bay Area New Year’s Eve Parties, Most Bay Area restaurants and clubs stage their own New Year’s Eve parties, usually with live music and party favors. There may be a fee for some places, and most will require reservations. Make sure to inquire with your favorite hot spot and as always party responsibly as we put All of 2020 behind us, so we can enjoy 2021 together!
JANUARY
14 – 17 • 43rd Annual St. Petersburg Power & Sailboat Show, St. Petersburg, FL. The Gulf Coast’s largest boat show is set to cruise into the Duke Energy Center for the Arts Mahaffey Theater Yacht Basin and Albert Whitted Park in St. Petersburg, FL. For more info 954-764-7642 or visit www.showmanagement.com
DELTA
NOVEMBER
Thursday – Saturday • Steak & Lobster Night at Orwood, Orwood Resort, 4451 Orwood Road, Brentwood, CA 94513. Come out and enjoy a 12-oz. New York steak or rib-eye and lobster, Brentwood corn, baked potato and roll for only $25.99. Beautiful Delta setting on the water and a great meal to boot. Call 925-634-2550 for more info.
1 • Daylight Saving Time Ends, Remember, Fall Back…
11 • Delta Chambers Mixer, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Location TBD. Come out and enjoy the evening with fellow chambers members, meet new members and experience all the club and facilities offer. Come by car or boat. If you have questions on this event, how your business can host a mixer or to become a member of the Delta Chambers, visit www.californiadelta.org or call 916-777-4041.
13 – 15 • Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Veteran’s Day Discount, Enjoy 50% off your stay with promo code HERO. Visit Towerparkresort.com or call 209-369-1041 to book or more information.
DECEMBER
Thursday – Saturday • Steak & Lobster Night at Orwood, Orwood Resort, 4451 Orwood Road, Brentwood, CA 94513. Come out and enjoy a 12-oz. New York steak or rib-eye and lobster, Brentwood corn, baked potato and roll for only $25.99. Beautiful Delta setting on the water and a great meal to boot. Call 925-634-2550 for more info.
11 • Delta Chambers Mixer, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Stockton Yacht Club, Stockton, CA. Do not miss this one as the SYC always goes full out to make sure everyone has a great evening. Come out and enjoy the evening with fellow chambers members, meet new members and experience all the club and facilities offer. Come by car or boat. If you have questions on this event, how your business can host a mixer or to become a member of the Delta Chambers, visit www.californiadelta.org or call 916-777-4041.
TBD • Delta and Beyond Annual Lighted Boat Parades, At the time of print most if not all parades have been canceled due to Covid restrictions. Make sure to check the organizers of your local and favorite Holiday Parades for their status.
21 • Winter Equinox, marking the start to winter and yet there is still plenty of perfect boating weather in store. Great Time to cruise the Bay and start thinking of summer and warmer months to come
31 • New Year’s Eve Celebration at The Rusty Porthole, Boyd’s Harbor, Bethel Island. Come out and ring in the New Year with Rob and Kim. For more info contact Rob at the Rusty Porthole 925-684-3607. Make sure to contact The Rusty Porthole regarding any and all Covid restrictions if any at that time.
31 • Spindrift Restaurant New Year’s Eve Celebration, On the Delta Loop. Contact 1-777-4944 for all the details and dinner specials. Make sure to The Spindrift Restaurant contact regarding any and all Covid restrictions if any at that time.
31 • New Year’s Party at Windmill Cove, Come early and stay late as this is sure to be a Huge Party. Make sure to contact Windmill Cove regarding any and all Covid restrictions if any at that time.
31 • New Year’s Eve Party at The Point, The Point Restaurant in Rio Vista, come out and enjoy the music while overlooking the water. For more info call 707-374-5400 or visit www.thepointrestaurant.com. Make sure to contact The Point Restaurant regarding any and all Covid restrictions if any at that time.
31 • Delta’s New Year’s Eve Parties, Most Delta restaurants and clubs stage their own New Year’s Eve parties, usually with live music and party favors. There may be a fee for some places, and most will require reservations. Make sure to inquire with your favorite hot spot and as always party responsibly as we put All of 2020 behind us, so we can enjoy 2021 together!
JANUARY
1 • 41st Annual Frozen Bun Run at The Rusty Porthole, Canceled for 2021… See you next year in 2022. Any question call Rob at the Rusty Porthole 925-684-3607 or visit www.bethelisland-chamber.com
Canceled • 34th Annual International Sportsmen’s Exposition Sacramento, The Exposition has been canceled and rescheduled for January 20-23, 2022. Call 916-364-7545 for more info. Visit the website for more information on all the new events and features added for the 2021 show at www.sportsexpos.com
ONGOING
Due to Covid-19 make sure to call ahead on any normal ongoing event… at the time of print many exhibits and activities remain closed or operating on limited schedules.
Bay Model Tours, 2100 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA. 415-332-3871. Hours Tues.-Sat. 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.; closed Sun.-Mon. & holidays.
Adventures at Sea, Imagine Life Aboard a 19th-Century Sailing Ship, Program presented at 2:15 p.m. daily. Hyde Street Pier, San Francisco. For information on this or any other program offered, call 415-561-7006.
Red & White Fleet San Francisco Cruises, for info call 415-673-2900 or visit www.redand white.com
USS Pampanito, Open daily at Pier 45, Fisherman’s Wharf. Fee: Adults, $9; 6-12, $4; under 6 free with adults; family ticket $20. More info at 415-561-6662. Admission includes a self-guided tour.
USS Potomac Year-Round Tours, Jack London Square, the museum dedicated to “Remembering Roosevelt and his Era” features FDR’s famed “Floating White House,” now a National Historic Landmark. Guided dockside tours are available year-round on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. Special programs for students. Call 510-627-1215.
USS Hornet Tours, Sea, Air and Space Museum, Alameda CA. The Ship is open for daily visits and offers several specialty tours including a 9 p.m-6 a.m. overnighter. If you wish to visit and need more info regarding general admission, specialty tours or group events, www.uss-hornet.org
USS Potomac History Cruise, Enjoy a 2-hour narrated history cruise on S.F. Bay with knowledgeable docents. Complimentary coffee, tea and water will be available. Call 510-627-1215 for actual dates and reservations.
SS Jeremiah O’Brien WW II Liberty Ship, National Historic Landmark and Museum. Open daily 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Pier 45, Fisherman’s Wharf. Fee is $8 adults, under 6 free with adult. Visit www.ssjeremiahobrien.org for cruise schedule, volunteer opportunities and overnight programs or call 415-544-0100.
Vessel Safety Checks, for a courtesy examination of your vessel to verify the presence and condition of your safety equipment required by State and Federal regulations, please visit the site www.safetyseal.net or e-mail sumfun@juno.com
Delta Fishing Reports, Weekly every Wed. at www.californiadelta.org
Safe Boating Courses, for information and closest place to attend a boating course please call the United States Power Squadron at 925-377-2628.
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