Monthly Archives: May 2009

Thank Yous to Sam’s Chowder House & Carol’s New Bookstore in Princeton

Sam’s Chowder House on Highway One is very “hot,” by  which I mean if you are a people-watcher, this is your kind of place. I knew the owner, Paul, from other restaurants he was involved with in Half Moon Bay. … Continue reading

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This is what happened to the sea lions says John Vonderlin

Story from John Vonderlin Email John ([email protected]) Hi June, I’ve gathered more then twenty stories about the public clamor to slaughter the sea lions and seals as the fisheries declined at the end of the 19th Century. You see it … Continue reading

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This fishy fish found a new home

Got a little scrunched up, too. I’m not the greatest cropper–but the fishy fish is a lot of fun to see in the middle of an El Granada neighborhood.

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The Fisherman’s Son: The Best book about Princeton is by Author Michael Koepf

Note: This is the real deal.  The author Michael Koepf grew up on the Coastside al knows about Princeton more than anyone. For more information, please click here

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Diane K. Jones Reminds Us of Big George Moore

Email Diane K. Jones ([email protected]) Diane K. Jones, Desktop Support Specialist

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May 17: Ellen Joseph’s Open Studio near the historic airport

For more info, go to my halfmoonbaymemories.com site. Lots of new Spring paintings…………Below an Ellen Joseph original and I’d like to comment now that I have often wished that instead of a golf ball atop Pillar Point, I would love … Continue reading

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Interesting Old Documents

When I was first “researching” the Coastside’ history, specifically the Miramar Beach Inn, I also found what looks like old deed information relating to Princeton. I say, Princeton, because the Patroni family is mentioned and that was eventual location of … Continue reading

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Sat. May 16: Celebrate “Big” George Moore

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January 31, 1906: Pilot Point?

From the San Mateo Leader The Coastside Advocate believes that the extreme headland of  Pilot Point, the northern part of the crescent that gives to Halfmoon Bay its name, is the only location that should be considered for the purpose … Continue reading

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If you’re mixed up, like I am: it’s Sunday and its foggy-foggy

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