When Felecia Gaston hires the bands its the best place to be. The weather is awesome on most…read moreFridays!.....

what a fantastic place for music on a Friday evening... The bands are always top notch, and the…read moreviews are to die for! I'd say it's a 'don't miss'!!!

*Truly unique location with an outstanding staff*…read more We had our wedding ceremony and reception at Studio 333 and the entire experience was wonderful. From the first time we toured the space, Christopher and his staff were so helpful and friendly. Throughout the entire planning process Christopher was accessible to answer our questions and connect us with vendors, and this was truly helpful!! The day of the wedding Christopher and his staff were OUTSTANDING and the space was a perfect set up for the wedding. It was intimate, inviting, festive, and the art was beautiful. All of our guests have told us how much fun they had at our wedding and "what a cool/unique location we chose for our wedding". This is a perfect space for all kinds of parties, meetings, and other small gatherings. It is also a great place to come and check out local art.

Went in today with my girlfriend and was looking around in the men's section since stores nearby…read moredon't carry a lot men's clothing. All we had was a small shopping bag from the store next door and her small purse, and after looking around and not finding anything, the lady working was waving an empty hanger accusing us of stealing when she was watching us the whole time. After that we felt very uncomfortable and left the store. My girlfriend offered for her to look into our bags but she declined and continued to follow us out the store and stare us down until the crosswalk.

This was a great festival for many years--the best in the Bay Area. It's outrageous that the…read moreorganizers never revived it, long after the homeless encampment the they initially complained about was removed. King's Mountain has become the go-to art festival for Labor Day weekend. It's fine, but I miss the old Sausalito Art Festival.

A friend of mine passed away this year, sudden and unexpected, but perhaps it saved him from seeing…read morewhat his beloved Sausalito Art Festival turned into. Never have I read such accurate assessments as those penned here on yelp to commemorate the sad remains of what this festival has become. Because I've been away the past couple of Labor Day weekends it'd been 3 years since my last visit to SAF. The price is still exorbitant ($30, $15 parking) and buys you nothing more than you can get for free at any street festival in the Bay Area, all summer long. In the past though, that fee could be somewhat rationalized by the quality of the live music, original art, and food/drink and the fact that all of that could be enjoyed from an inviting waterfront location. Where to begin... The primary music venue here once overlooked Richardson Bay, with plenty of covered seating areas to accommodate all those who wanted to eat or drink, not dance, while enjoying the music. An added bonus was those who listened from kayaks on the bay, charming and unique. In 2019, the music stage was moved. It no longer faces the water, no longer has covered seating, and the only seating area at all is VIP (extra $$) or on a hill quite far from the music. Don't even get me started on the ADA seats on the hill. Is it even legal to make disabled folks climb a grassy hill to sit on a precariously perched folding chair? I'd bet not. Shame on you, SAF. Strike two: The food booths, art, and music are all segregated and none face or front the water. You might as well be in Gilroy. Gone is the opportunity to grab an ice cream while enjoying the art; you'll need to return to the food area for that. And while you're there? The only seating is at unshaded picnic tables with, again, no view of anything. Did I mention that there used to be 15 different kinds of food and now there are 8? Well, now I did. A friend of mine remarked to one artist how appealing her shaded spot was. The artist's comment? "That's the only good thing about this". Telling, huh? The artists, always high quality, were in shorter supply than usual and given their new surroundings I can't say I blamed them. I could go on and on but instead I'll echo the universally bad reviews penned in 2019 in saying: There was nothing to keep anyone there this year. Between musical acts, the stage area went radio silent and if you'd already eaten, drank, or viewed the art it was essentially time to go. I did just that, leaving well before the days' headliner (Blues Traveler) because there was nothing more to enjoy and nowhere to sit. In 2019, SAF couldn't have veered further off course than they did. After a year as dismal as this one, I tend to think they can only improve. Time will tell whether this one-time 5-star attraction can return to its former glory.

Having been to Amsterdam and sampled early and often from its street-corner herring stands the mere…read morethought of a NorCal herring festival had appeal. After all, herring's Bay Area history is not dissimilar from that of the red-headed stepchild. It's rarely found on restaurant menus and the schools of herring, which appear here annually, seem to be enjoyed mostly by pelicans, seagulls, and seals. The Sausalito Herring Festival recently celebrated its 3rd year though year #2 was canceled due to poor weather conditions. Not so for year #3: the day was stellar, of the sort that visitors might return home, pack their belongings, and book their one-way ticket back. The Gabrielson Park location, right in downtown Sausalito, provided a sparkling view of the shoreline and Angel Island. If you came here just for that, 5 stars all the way. Unfortunately, most people came to eat herring and therein lay the problem. The 1-day festival began at 11 a.m. and ran until 3 p.m. but by 12:30 p.m. there was no more herring. Or no more plates. Or something like that. Two guys in line behind me had taken the ferry over from the City specifically to enjoy herring. They were left, instead, to contemplate where to go for brunch. Here's what one does at this Herring Festival: 1. Wait in line to buy food tickets ($20 per plate) and drink tickets (beer available). 2. Watch sea shanties being performed on stage while waiting in line. 3. Take tickets and walk through a line for your plate + one-third of the food you have purchased. 4. Wait in another line for herring paella. 5. Eat both while waiting in yet another line for a single grilled herring served with stone ground mustard. 6. Sit while eating that fish, and drink in the lovely bay view. 7. Walk through the handful of booths promoting sustainable seafood. That's it. That's all there is to do. Take away the food and well, hey, let's hoist a glass to that beautiful view. The Herring Festival needs to get their act together for year #4 and by "act" I mean get more herring and provide a simpler way for people to get their plates filled. If herring is really your thing, I'd recommend you arrive at 11 a.m. on the appointed date in 2016. They have all year to prepare but nowhere to practice. As a result, plan to get there early lest you too be spending your Herring Festival time figuring out a good place for brunch.

This is a festival that everyone in the bay should make time to check out. It's not huge nor small…read more It's perfect and has lots of unique vendors.

Yes, once again I volunteered to do something that I definitely did not have time to do. I…read morevolunteered to work for a few hours at the 25th Annual Tiburon Penisula Wine Festival. Once again it was a Sold Out Event. I spent two hours sticking tooth picks in very large, very good cheese cubes. Monterey Jack, Sharp Cheddar & Pepper Jack. All organic cheeses. All from Clover Organic Farms in Petaluma. All three were smooth and good. The Pepper Jack had a good bite to it. Can't wait to put it in an omelette. Two of the nicest guys from Clover were there. Then I spent two hours dipping chocolate & vanilla sweet cream ice cream from Cold Stone Creamery in San Rafael. 4th Street. Dipped so much ice cream I got a blister. But the payoff was great. I got the last dish of chocolate & vanilla mixed. Will definitely stop in their store the next time I'm in San Rafael and looking for a snack or dessert. And wine, you ask? Yes I drank wine. Lots of very good wineries were represented. After all, it was a Wine Festival. There were plenty of folks drinking my share. I have never understood what makes folks willing to do things when they have had too much to drink that they would never do if they were cold sober. These were people who had paid $55 for a 4-hour wine festival and now they were willing to steal or grab wine from cases that were packed up. I suggested they just go to Sam's or Guaymas or Servino's and sit out on the deck, if they needed more. They just looked at me with that blank, drunk stare. But even with that minor incident, it was an interesting afternoon. I've had my share of dairy products for awhile and a little too much wine. I saw lots of friends from around town and met a few new interesting folks. And I got a parking ticket. All in all it was a well rounded afternoon. Food , wine, friends . . . .

I have just returned from an exhilerating afternoon in scenic Tiburon,Ca…read more The annual Tiburon Winefest outdid itself. The festival was very crowded, but folks were cordial. The food was delicious, especially Servino's offerings of bruschetta and pasta. Sam's was dishing out fresh oysters, and there were also generous samples from a delicious local chili maker. The wines were plentiful, as always. Two aspects of this year's festival were outstanding: The silent auction items, and the Music. Internationally known percussionist James Henry and his Hands on Fire band really created a fun party atmosphere. Their music took the event to another level. Great band! Thanks, Tiburon, for a thoroughly enjoyable day.

This is certainly one of the more posh, family-friendly tennis/swim clubs in Marin County…read more Located just off the beaten path from downtown Tiburon, TPC boasts a spectacular, natural setting. Even if you weren't coming here to exercise or play, it's a beautiful property to hike, bike, or walk your dog. As for the facility itself, they have some of the nicest tennis courts around. They are well maintained, there's always fresh water for players, and there's a nice shaded area for friends & spectators. I've enjoyed playing here numerous times over the year. Every year the club hosts the Tiburon Challenger which attracts some of the best players from around the world. It's really cool to be able to enjoy such world-class tennis in your own backyard. As I mentioned before, the club is extremely family-friendly. You always see kids swimming in the pool and playing ping-pong and other games on the grass. My only gripe with TPC is their bar/restaurant. The service always seems to be disjointed, and the prices always seem high for the food/drinks that you get. But it's a small gripe. Everything else is pretty stellar here.

Members since 1982, this club has sadly and despicably transformed itself from a wonderful family…read moreclub to a money grubbing, inhospitable place where nobody wants to go. Mean and avaricious, untrained staff and mediocre food with exorbitant prices. We resigned after 43 years of membership with no regrets.

Love this local tree lot! The trees are beautiful, and Christopher and Matt have giant hearts as…read morethey raise money for local kids programs. The kids are super sweet and helpful. I've made it a tradition to get my tree from them!

No Christmas music.. instead some kind of loud rock. Trees are twice as much as they used to be. I…read moreknow it's covid and taking this into consideration but 175 for a tiny tree. Rather give more in tip

Walt from Walt's Adventures adventuring at the Menagerie Hill Ranch in Vacaville, California…read more Life can be interpreted as more fulfilling when filled with adventures. It is wise to step outside your environment and, in the case of this current venture, go visit an Alpaca farm. The Menagerie Hill ranch has beautiful animals. The host was awesome and knowledgeable. We increased our knowledge of the animals and of the farm but also got to feed them. We also had the opportunities to get close and personal with them for pictures. They were all friendly and fluffy. I recommend this unique experience for all because if you do not just break your usual pattern to stop and smell the roses or to pet and feed an Alpaca, life will pass by before you know it. Put your life on pause just for a few hours and go see the Alpacas. They would like to share peace with you. You can find them at the Menagerie Hill Ranch

This was a memorable trip. We were originally slated to visit in late June before my birthday but…read moreboth Deb and Kirk were recovering from surgery. We stayed in touch over the next several weeks before settling on an August date. We braved the high temps and winding roads to arrive at the ranch. It's a beautiful space on a hillside and you can see the herd and their guardian llama as you pull into the parking lot. We learned a lot about the alpaca life cycle, fed the boys, and my daughter got to hold and carry a cria. We bought two cute alpaca shaped soaps. I didn't experience any of the negativity others have complained about. It is a working ranch so it's not a petting zoo or a tourist attraction. Go with the flow and you'll have a great experience.

We hired Daniel to play for my late Father's Celebration of Life. He was extremely kind,…read moreresponsive, helpful and professional throughout the booking process. He arrived on time, setup quickly, and did a fantastic job. We worked together closely to figure out the appropriate set list given the sensitivity of the event. Daniel was flexible, and I asked him to play original songs he was familiar with and to read the room if we needed to adjust. We even ended up doing an impromptu song and guitar performance from some of my guests! . I would hire Daniel and his team again in a heartbeat! Thank you Daniel for making this important moment in our family's life one to remember.

Daniel is an excellent musician and was a wonderful person to work with! He responds in a timely…read moremanner and was a joy to have at the party. Also he is very talented.

Not so happy. Not a lot of inspiring produce. Mostly very hearty & long lasting. Lots & lots of…read moreonions, carrots, potatoes, kale, etc. When fruit was finally in the box, the tomatoes were already soft, the apriums bruised, & the melons a bit mushy. This was the day we got them! We've waited almost a week for a response after emailing to ask if this was a one off. They were very responsive when I was ordering things. :( They say they pick produce at its ripest but I don't think this means as it is about to turn. The delivery set up is different each week. Sometimes a swap box, sometimes not, sometimes it's awkward to get your stuff, sometimes it's so easy! I won't continue when my subscription is up.

I go back over 35 years of purchasing my veggies from Full Belly. They started with amazing corn to…read morewhere they are now offing seasonal veggies that are amazing. Organic, and the best veggies anywhere. My doctor is very sure that part of my good health is due to eating organic for so many years. Palo Alto Farmers market every Saturday 8am.