Students predict N.D. outcome Nov 4, 2008
Four students attending Sir Francis Drake High School in San Anselmo, Calif ... After some deliberation and critical thinking, North Dakota will be a win for the Republican candidate, said Keenan DuBois, a 15-year-old sophomore at Sir Francis Drake who worked on the project. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Wong takes helm of E&O Trading Co. Oct 16, 2008
Carrying on: Since the death Sept. 1 of Vladimir Nevl, the charismatic owner of Vladimir's Czech Restaurant in Inverness (12785 Sir Francis Drake Blvd.), there's been curiosity over the fate of the colorful eatery that's been a Point Reyes institution since 1960. Vladimir's will live on, promises his daughter Vladya Brooks. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Drake bowls and the Spanish are out Oct 10, 2008
The naval hero Sir Francis Drake is playing a game of bowls with his friends when a minion rushes up in panic. Minion: "My lord, bad news the Spanish Armada has been sighted approaching England. The situation is dire. We must act at once." Sir Francis Drake laughs in the manner of all heroes who scoff at the face of fear. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Small-town Fairfax has big ideals Oct 3, 2008
The two-story houses in Oak Manor, built during the mid-'50s on Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, remind Ryan of "Leave it to Beaver." An adjacent neighborhood, Marinda Oaks, is similar, only on a smaller scale. According to the Multiple Listing Service, 45 homes have been sold in Fairfax since January. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Top-Earning Pirates Sep 20, 2008
In second place, with lifetime earnings of $115 million: Sir Francis Drake, a 16th century British privateer who saved England from the Spanish Armada and went on to a profitable life of plunder at the behest of Her Majesty's Government. Fellow Englishman Thomas Tew places third with earnings of $102 million. (Forbes -- Business)
'Arrrgh' like a pirate today Sep 19, 2008
In 1586, English explorer and privateer Sir Francis Drake and some 2,000 men arrived in St. Augustine, plundering the town and burning it to the ground. Still rebuilding less than a century later, the city was attacked again. (The St. Augustine Record)
Sir Francis Drake and The Golden Hi... Sep 12, 2008
Sir Francis Drake and The Golden Hinde: Go On A Voyage Of Discovery With Englands Groundbreaking Explorer ... Sir Francis Drake and The Golden Hinde ... Sir Francis Drake and The Golden Hinde. (Suite101.com)
Welcome to Mother Nature's house Sep 12, 2008
P.S.: Also gone last week was Mary Ann Sweeney, 79, whose son, Tom Sweeney, has been the famous Beefeater-clad doorman at the Sir Francis Drake for 30 years. Lovingly, he says she got him the job. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Point Delicious Sep 7, 2008
From Highway 101 take Sir Francis Drake Boulevard to Highway 1 in Olema ... For Drakes Beach, follow Sir Francis Drake for about 12 miles past the town of Inverness to Drakes Beach Road, then turn left for the beach and cafe ... Drakes Bay Family Farms, 17171 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., (415) 669-1149. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Food and wine benefits Sep 6, 2008
The Marin Art and Garden Center is at 30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd.. In the mood. (San Francisco Chronicle)
2008 Men's Water Polo Outlook Sep 4, 2008
" Other players expected to compete for playing time in the cage include junior and redshirt freshman Alex Mesesan. Lawrence appeared in two games as a sophomore last fall. The Bruins will also look for contributions from their six redshirt freshmen - Mesesan, Hays, Preciado, , and . Hennessy, who arrived at UCLA one year ago from Sir Francis Drake High School (Fairfax, Calif.), has impressed his teammates and coaches with his speed and tenacity. "Cullen is an experienced player who has no fear.... (Uclabruins.com)
Movies Al Fresco Aug 15, 2008
Creek Park, 400 block of Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo. (415) 453-4333. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Allen Morris Aug 9, 2008
When Allen was in the fifth grade, the family moved to Marin County where Allen eventually graduated from Sir Francis Drake High School in 1968. While at Drake, Allen was a standout nose tackle on the football team. (Daily Triplicate)
Melungeons seen as colonist decendents Aug 8, 2008
Sir Francis Drake stopped by the colony and offered to take the men back to England. A short time later Grenville returned to the colonies with supplies to last a year and a new try was made to colonize the area, but this time Raleigh recruited families in the hope that they would stay and put down roots. (Brewton Standard, AL)
Around the Square Aug 6, 2008
On a very competitive note, Sir Francis Drake destroyed the Spanish Armada on Aug. 8, 1588; the Constitution (Old Ironsides) defeated the British frigate d Guerriere off the coast of Nova Scotia on Aug. 19, 1812; and Gertrude Ederle became the first American woman to swim the English Channel on Aug. 6, 1926. If you would like to commemorate August s watery history, maybe you would like to take a ride on the steamboat Suwanee at Greenfield Village. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
NO PLACE LIKE HOME Jul 21, 2008
The next day, after their morning runs, the couples took BART to San Francisco for brunch at Harry Denton's Starlight Room atop the Sir Francis Drake Hotel on Union Square, which includes the cross-dressing show "Sunday's a Drag." After that, the group made the short walk to Yerba Buena Gardens on Mission Street to catch the free concert by the Merola Opera Program, with full orchestra, followed by a stroll along the Embarcadero before hopping back on BART to return to the East Bay and their... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Marin road rage ends with Mace blast Jul 17, 2008
The incident began shortly before 6 p.m. Tuesday when the women were driving their cars through heavy traffic on Sir Francis Drake Boulevard. A 33-year-old woman, driving a yellow Toyota convertible, was stopped at a light when she heard honking from a black Honda sedan behind her, said Sgt. Chris Morin of the Fairfax Police Department. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Summer on the Sand Jul 13, 2008
The park is tucked away from the main road and located along Sir Francis Drake Boulevard. The beach is often protected from wind and is a popular spot for kayaking, beach activities and geological study. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Sunday's a Drag Jun 30, 2008
The nightclub show is held at the top of the Sir Francis Drake Hotel, with sweeping views of the city, and draws tour groups, friends celebrating birthdays, bachelorette parties and novelty-seekers as well. "Finocchio's was so popular here for years and they closed in 1999 and there was not really that type of show in town and I just said, 'Why don't we do a brunch?'" said Denton, tableside at the second anniversary show on June 8. (San Francisco Chronicle)
2008 Boys Tennis All-Star Team Jun 28, 2008
He's qualified because: Lorentzen established a gaudy won-loss record of 30-2, his only losses coming to Sky Lovill of Sir Francis Drake (ranked No. 4 in NorCal) and to Stockdale's Jeremy Quiroz in the Central Section final. Lorentzen cruised through pre-season tournaments and the West Yosemite League, then rolled through the Central Section singles tournament, losing only five games before the final, where he lost to Quiroz, 6-3, 3-6, 6-3. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
EveryScape plans to put interiors on the map Jun 24, 2008
While Upstairs on the Square is a small venue, EveryScape has also shot panoramic interiors at larger locations like the Sir Francis Drake Hotel in San Francisco and the Breakers resort in Beach, Fla. Despite the sentiments of observers like Giusto, Schoonmaker believes the world is large enough to support many online mapping companies, including his own. (Boston Globe)
10 Top ultra boutique hotels Jun 16, 2008
Katitche Point Greathouse, on the verdant bluffs of Virgin Gorda, has four suites and master guestroom overlooking Sir Francis Drake Channel where the Caribbean meets the Atlantic. From the top of the pyramidal main lodge, stargaze from a hammock. (Ottawa Citizen)
So can the lyrics of Amy Winehouse REALLY be compared with Sir ... May 29, 2008
As Sir Francis Drake set out to go round the world, he wrote to Sir Francis Wolsingham - one of the great statesmen of the time - that 'continuing on to the end, until it be thoroughly finished, yields the only true glory. while Amy spends her time with junkie rocker Pete Doherty (left) and husband Blake Fielder Civil, who is currently in jail. (Daily Mail)
Barack Obama, student poet May 29, 2008
-- Tom Sweeney, doorman at the Sir Francis Drake, attended Saturday morning's commencement exercises at Sonoma State. Graduates of the schools of science and technology and social sciences were honored, but the rain paid no respect. (San Francisco Chronicle)
We are the champions May 25, 2008
In front of the largest home crowd by far this season, the Warriors came back from a 2-0 deficit to defeat Sir Francis Drake High of San Anselmo 3-2 in the championship game of the North Coast Section Class 2A Redwood Empire playoffs. "I'm so proud to be your coach," an emotional Jackie Heuberger, head coach of the Warriors, told her team after the win. (Daily Triplicate)
You wish you were a Warrior May 24, 2008
Del Norte will now face No. 2 seed Sir Francis Drake of San Anselmo on Saturday at 2 p.m. at home ... What: Del Norte High versus Sir Francis Drake High in the championship game of the Northcoast Section Class 2A Redwood Empire softball playoffs. (Daily Triplicate)
Sailor denied place in record books after hitching a lift through ... May 22, 2008
"On two occasions Mr Flanagan had to stop sailing. Once when he was waiting for permission from the Russian government to sail through the Arctic and once when conditions were too treacherous off the Norwegian coast and he wintered there. He also hitched a ride with a ship in the Russian Arctic because the sea was still icebound.The sailor has also written a book describing his challenge, Over The Top, which will be published later this year.He said he would now take time to finish the... (Scotsman)
Playoff bound: DN SB team earns No. 1 NCS seed; BB squad comes up with No. 5 seed May 21, 2008
Last season, Del Norte had a home playoff game against Sir Francis Drake High, losing in extra innings 2-0. Heuberger said she believes her team's performance in that game and their track record this year contributed to receiving the top seed. (Daily Triplicate)
Did Magellan take ride on El Niño? May 17, 2008
Sir Francis Drake encountered mild conditions in the Strait of Magellan when he sailed through in 1578, but he then faced months of Pacific storms that scattered his ships, sinking one. Captain James Cook seems also to have benefited from El Nio conditions from 1769 during his Pacific exploration. (Globe and Mail)
Husky Rowers Vie for Pac-10 Championships May 16, 2008
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Spring house tours and plant sales May 15, 2008
Marin Art and Garden Center, 30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Ross. (415) 499-3202. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Bank of Marin to expand into Greenbrae May 15, 2008
The new office will be at 501 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., on the west side of the. The 4,200-square-foot location will be a full-service branch with about eight employees, including a regional manager, branch manager and other branch staff, plus private banking and wealth management professionals. (San Francisco Business Times, CA)
BULLETIN BOARD May 12, 2008
With Beth Fernbacher of Frank Howard Allen Realtors, 5:45-7 p.m., 511 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Greenbrae, free, reservation required, (415) 235-8930. First-Time Home-Buyer Seminar. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Athletic Hall of Fame Apr 23, 2008
Santa Clara University Official Athletic Site. Thanks to the Santa Clara University. (Santaclarabroncos.com)
An Antarctica adventure Apr 17, 2008
Many of the world s greatest early seafaring explorers, including Ferdinand Magellan (1519), Sir Francis Drake (1578), and Captain Cook (1773) passed through these waters. Following in their wake, we waved goodbye to Cape Horn and entered the infamous Drake Passage (considered the roughest sea passage in the world) for the next 600 miles. (Munster Times, IN)
BAY AREA BIZ Your one-stop shop for Bay Area business events is at sfgate... Apr 13, 2008
California/Nevada Community Action Partnership, annual meeting, Tuesday through Friday, Sir Francis Drake. Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy, annual meeting, Wednesday through Saturday, Moscone Center and the Marriott. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Spas in Canada and Caribbean inspired by environment Apr 12, 2008
By TERESE LOEB KREUZERTravel Arts Syndicate Published on: 04/13/08. Mont-Tremblant, Canada, and Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands A blizzard had halted flights from the East Coast to the Midwest when I padded through the snow to the outdoor hot tub at Quintessence, a boutique hotel in the Laurentian Mountains of eastern Canada. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Annual Apple Cup Crew Races Set for Saturday Apr 11, 2008
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Spring house and garden tours - and plant sales Apr 10, 2008
10 a.m.- 2 p.m. Marin Art and Garden Center, 30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Ross ... 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Marin Art and Garden Center, 30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Ross ... Shuttles leave at Marin Art and Garden Center, 30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Ross. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Come fly with me, or maybe not Apr 8, 2008
P.S. Sir Francis Drake Hotel doorman Tom Sweeney, who won a lifetime achievement, operations award at last week's fifth annual Hotel Heroes award ceremony, says, "My trophy is heavier than the Samsonite I carry.". The news rocketed from person to person at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art: Planners of the route for the Olympic torch, which comes to San Francisco on Wednesday, were contemplating taking it over the museum's fifth-floor bridge. (San Francisco Chronicle)
TECH CHRONICLES Apr 8, 2008
To begin with, the only San Francisco business that users will be able zoom into from the sidewalk is the Sir Francis Drake Hotel, just off Union Square. Gape at the ornate lobby and peek over the edge of the rooftop balcony. (San Francisco Chronicle)
SCU Athletic Hall Of Fame Announces 2008 Inductees Apr 8, 2008
Sir Francis Drake HS) was the Broncos' main point guard, starting 71 of 88 games during his four seasons at Santa Clara. A West Coast Athletic Conference Freshman of the Year, Kenilvort truly made his impact on SCU Basketball in his senior season. (Santaclarabroncos.com)
Into the blue: Antarctic voyage takes couple to Earth's last wilderness Apr 6, 2008
You are not logged in. Current weather conditions. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Huskies Meet Strong Opposition at San Diego Crew Classic Apr 5, 2008
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BAY AREA BIZ Mar 30, 2008
Association of Appraiser Regulatory Officials, annual meeting, Friday through April 7, Sir Francis Drake. This article appeared on page C - 2 of the San Francisco Chronicle. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Looking for a head, finding friendship Mar 19, 2008
P.S.: As to the business of mergers, Tom Sweeney, doorman at the Sir Francis Drake, tells me that this past weekend, out-of-towners Stephanie Werth and Jason Money were married there. Public eavesdropping. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Bay Area's 25 deadliest roads for cyclists Mar 17, 2008
Thirteen crashes severely injured bike riders on Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, which starts near San Quentin State Prison, becomes a traffic-choked thoroughfare in San Anselmo and then winds through redwoods out to the coast. Many were on the rural stretches of the road, including four severe-injury accidents at Baywood Canyon Road in the last four years. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Master gardeners' tomato picks for the coast Mar 2, 2008
April 13: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Marin Art and Garden Center, 30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Ross. For more information on the Marin Master Gardeners Third Annual Tomato Market, see tomatomarket. (San Francisco Chronicle)
ASU Academic Bowl team takes regionals Feb 27, 2008
" Questions centered on subjects including the Green Bay Packers and Stevie Wonder, he said, noting that that the team even received 10 points for knowing the lyrics to the song, "I Just Called To Say I Love You" by Stevie Wonder. "On Friday night, Kenneth Lan asked me to look up information about Ferdinand Magellan and Sir Francis Drake on a whim and, by coincidence, they asked a question about Drake in the final round," Ross said. The best moment, Ross said, was when he buzzed into a question... (Web Devil, AZ)
Vizquel will have less ground to cover Feb 24, 2008
Batting coach Carney Lansford said he is a descendant of 16th century seaman Sir Francis Drake. "That's why every time I go to Disneyland I head straight for Pirates of the Caribbean.". (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Conquistadors and pirates, part three Feb 22, 2008
Pirates of the Caribbean "As with the conquistadors, there were several kinds of pirates in the Caribbean and in Florida - legal and illegal. The "legals" were auxiliaries of English, French and Dutch navies, granted permits in times of war with Spain. The most famous were Sir Francis Drake and Sir Henry Morgan. "The 'illegals' were criminals attracted by the prospect of plundering the treasure fleets that transported the riches of Mexico and Peru to Spain. The gold and silver of Peru was... (Marco Island Sun-Times, FL)
Great Tales from English History Feb 20, 2008
Review of Volumes 1 & 2 of Robert Laceys British Historical Stories. These fascinating stories of historical figures and events are sure to stir the reader's interest in the social and political development of the British Isles. (Suite101.com)
An Invite To Inverness Feb 17, 2008
Winding our way down toward world's end - the spot where Sir Francis Drake supposedly made port on his round-the-world expedition in 1579 - I'm having a hard time imagining an electrical outlet, let alone a fancy four-course dinner ... Inverness is about an hour's drive from San Francisco via Highway 101 to Sir Francis Drake Boulevard ... Dancing Coyote Beach, 12794 Sir Francis Drake Blvd.,(415) 669-7200. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Beack lovers flock to Portugal coast Feb 15, 2008
History buffs can visit the cliff-top chapel where Henry once prayed, walk the walls of a fortress sacked by Sir Francis Drake or look out over waters where Horatio Nelson battled the Spanish fleet. Birdwatchers flock here to watch migrators on their way between Europe and Africa. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Europe's Secret Escape: Portugal's Coast Feb 15, 2008
History buffs can visit the clifftop chapel where Henry once prayed, walk the walls of a fortress sacked by Sir Francis Drake or look out over waters where Lord Nelson battled the Spanish fleet. Birdwatchers flock here to watch waves of migrators rounding this monumental corner of land on their way between Europe and Africa. (ABC News -- Business)
Jason and the Argonauts Feb 9, 2008
While shooting off the coast of Italy, Jason's ship, the Argo, suddenly found herself sharing the same waters with a replica of The Golden Hind, Sir Francis Drake's famous vessel. The British television series, Sir Francis Drake, had been filming in the area as well. (Suite101.com)
Potent potions Feb 7, 2008
Another legend speaks of the mojitos precursor, the draquecito, created when Sir Francis Drake went traipsing about the Caribbean after being knighted by the Queen. To fight off scurvy, Sir Drake toted along a spirit-and-lemon concoctiona drink that came to bear his name. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Mapping the New World - Bonner School fifth-graders become European explorers and share the treasure they found Feb 5, 2008
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Bay Gets Much Needed Break From Rain Jan 27, 2008
Flooding Friday along the Corte Madera Creek, also known as San Anselmo Creek in the Ross Valley area, prompted officials to set up an evacuation center at the Isabel Cook Center, located at 1000 Sir Francis Drake Blvd. in San Anselmo, according to the Marin County Sheriff's Office. SLIDESHOWS. (NBC 11, CA)
Flood Alarms Sound In North Bay Jan 26, 2008
The center is at the Issabella Cook Center located at 1000 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., said Lt. Doug Pittman. Local officials along with the Red Cross will be available at the center to assist evacuees, Pittman said. (NBC 11, CA)
How about an island for two? Jan 25, 2008
At Little Dix's hilltop spa with its dramatic views of the Sir Francis Drake Channel, couples can have a couples' massage followed by lunch on a secluded patio. The spa is equipped with private, outdoor showers as are many of the guest rooms. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Western Caribbean Ports of Call Jan 25, 2008
Christopher Columbus recorded the first sighting of the Caymans in 1503, then in 1586 Sir Francis Drake discovered them. As did the pirates Henry Morgan and Edward Teach (Blackbeard), among others. (Suite101.com)
Hi-ho, me hearties, hi-ho, and a buccaneering we'll go Jan 22, 2008
Pirates Sir Francis Drake and Sir Walter Raleigh were knighted by Queen Elizabeth I.. I stand in honorable company as a modern day pirate. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Kuleto readies latest S.F. restaurants Jan 20, 2008
"When I walked in I just screamed," said Harry Denton, the proprietor of the Starlight Room at the Sir Francis Drake Hotel. "He just has it," Denton said of Kuleto's restaurant atmospherics. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
5 often-forgotten Florida favorites Jan 19, 2008
Spanish colonists landed here in 1565, establishing a fort and village that was attacked by pirates, Indians and even the famous English raider, Sir Francis Drake, who burned the place to the ground in 1586. The featured attraction is the Castillo de San Marcos, a star-shaped stone fortress constructed in 1672 at the mouth of Matanzas Bay. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
