Its a batsmans game Nov 21, 2009
Which is why English cricketers have traditionally moaned that The last bowler to be knighted was Sir Francis Drake. For those who came in late, Drake was the 16th century sailor who insisted on finishing his game of bowls before setting sail with the English navy to destroy the Spanish Armada. (India Times)
Women's Swimming Signs Seven to NLIs Nov 19, 2009
Sir Francis Drake HS), Sabrina Cochrane (Novato, Calif. San Marin HS), Hilary Hunt (Los Gatos, Calif. (Ucdavisaggies.com)
Santa Clara Baseball Signs Three Players During... Nov 17, 2009
The 6-foot 4-inch senior at Sir Francis Drake High School is ranked No. 3 among California lefties according to Perfect Game ... Sir Francis Drake High School (Marin County) NOTES: Struck out 139 batters in 93 innings as a junior in 2008 while also hitting. (Santaclarabroncos.com)
Stanford Women's Water Polo Signs Four To National Letters Of Intent Nov 12, 2009
Sir Francis Drake HS), Lexie Ross (Laguna Beach, CA/Laguna Beach HS) and Kelsey Suggs (Ladera Ranch, CA/Tesoro HS) ... A second driver in the Cardinal recruiting class, Lo, a 5-8 scorer out of Sir Francis Drake High School, brings a decorated resume on the prep, club and international levels to The Farm. (Gostanford.com)
Going for a dig Nov 10, 2009
Rounding out the NCS Division III field are second-seed Analy (28-6, SCL); third-seed Bishop O'Dowd (32-8, Hayward Area Athletic League); fourth-seed Campolindo (23-8, DFAL); fifth-seed Sir Francis Drake (29-4, MCAL); sixth-seed Albany (29-6, Bay Shore Athletic League); seventh-seed Moreau Catholic (28-6, HAAL); 10th-seed Acalanes (29-6, DFAL); 11th-seed El Molino (14-11, SCL); 12th-seed Del Norte (15-11, Humboldt-Del Norte League); and 13th-seed El Cerrito (9-4, Alameda Contra Costa Athletic... (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
To the lighthouse Nov 6, 2009
You venture beyond urban Marin on Sir Francis Drake and head through pretty grasslands and beyond into redwoods along Lagunitas Creek ... Directions to Bear Valley Visitor Center: From San Francisco, take Highway 101 north to the exit for Sir Francis Drake Boulevard and drive west about 20 miles to the town of Olema and the junction with Highway 1 ... Turn left and drive a short distance to Sir Francis Drake. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
The Young Couple and the Sea Oct 21, 2009
On the first leg of our trip, we sail from Tortola across the wide, windy expanse of the Sir Francis Drake Channel. It takes an hour or so to reach Norman Islanda small, green bundle of hills poking out of the Caribbean. (Slate)
Mutiny and mystery on the high seas Oct 11, 2009
Acclaimed historian Peter C. Mancall provides a stunningly accurate account of Hudson s drive and the goals he shared, the similar hazards he faced, and the brutality he met with other daring mariners of his time and even earlier such as Sir Francis Drake, Ferdinand Magellan, Martin Frobisher, Walter Raleigh, John Davis, George Weymouth, John and Sebastian Cabot, indeed Columbus himself. The central focus of Hudson s career was to discover the fast (and fabled) water route, the Northwest... (Boston Globe)
Riordan, S.F.'s elite high school marching band Oct 10, 2009
"They're awesome. I go to see them all the time," says Tom Sweeney, who is perhaps Riordan's most famous graduate, having worn the Beefeater uniform as doorman at the Sir Francis Drake Hotel for 33 years. When Sweeney was a student in the mid-1970s, Riordan's only touring outfit was the Riordan Wrecking Crew, which toured the city every weekend, trashing whatever party they crashed. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Letters to the editor Oct 9, 2009
Corte Madera and Larkspur have discussed traffic congestion on Highway 101 between Sir Francis Drake Boulevard and Corte Madera for several years and don't want traffic shifted to local streets by closing the Madera Boulevard and the Lucky Drive interchanges. Meetings with the Transportation Authority of Marin proved that the overwhelming consensus was to keep these interchanges open. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Mom's designated driver: her 13-year-old son Oct 8, 2009
He "freaked out" and grew frustrated, ultimately stopping the vehicle in the middle of Sir Francis Drake Boulevard near Red Hill Avenue, Schneider said. "It sounds like the boy didn't really want to drive it," Schneider said. (San Francisco Chronicle)
West coast whales Oct 1, 2009
The reserve, famously described as The fairest Cape in all the world by Sir Francis Drake, the reserve also has a rich range of fauna and flora, with zebra and antelope making their home amongst the 1100 plant species, many of which are endemic to the Cape Peninsula. Not far from the entrance to the reserve is the secluded Olifantsbos cottage the perfect hideaway for a group of dedicated whale-watchers and once the park closes and the day visitors have left youll have the park to... (iAfrica.com)
Tom Stienstra's tips for two-wheeled nirvana Sep 26, 2009
Sir Francis Drake Bikeway, Samuel P. Taylor State Park: An easy 10-mile round trip runs parallel to Lagunitas Creek, a gorgeous stream under a redwood canopy. Start at the Platform Bridge trailhead on Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, signed Cross Marin Trail (about four miles west of the entrance of the park). (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Big Bang Gala Sep 21, 2009
Sir Francis Drake Hotel, 450 Powell St., S.F.. A Light Night Jazz. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Raffle for Marin 'Dream House' benefits charity Sep 14, 2009
It rests firmly on its new foundation just off East Sir Francis Drake Boulevard in Larkspur, with a view of Larkspur Cove and Mount Tamalpais ... It rests firmly on its new foundation just off East Sir Francis Drake Boulevard in Larkspur, with a view of Larkspur. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Researchers retrace route of Sir Francis Drake Sep 13, 2009
The white cliffs rose up in brilliant contrast to the deep blue sea as the catamaran known as the Kitty Kat edged toward shore Friday, full of researchers, history buffs and naturalists reliving the epic voyage by Sir Francis Drake more than four centuries ago. Images. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Giving voice to insane perfection Sep 12, 2009
Harry Denton says his Starlight Room atop the Sir Francis Drake had scheduled events (two drag shows, two wedding parties and his Float party) on Sunday, a record number. -- Yes, as Thursday's paper reported, Garrison Keillor suffered a stroke earlier this week. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Happy (SA) snapper Sep 11, 2009
It might not be the geographical meeting point of the cold Benguela current in the West and the warm Agulhas to the East, but it's certainly the most dramatic Cape you'll find in SA. No wonder Sir Francis Drake called it "The fairest Cape in all the world" Where: Situated 65km Southwest of Cape Town. Tips: With such majestic beauty there's never a bad time to photograph it, but it's always a good bet to wait for the soft light before sunset. (iAfrica.com)
PS3's 'Fortune' Sep 3, 2009
In Drake's Fortune, the titular hero is joined by journalist Elena Fisher in dredging up the coffin of his ancestor, navigator Sir Francis Drake, from the ocean floor. Though the coffin is unoccupied, Drake discovers in it a diary describing the location of the fabled golden city of El Dorado. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Astoria museum lands West Coast map collection Aug 31, 2009
Some of the documents, books and engravings refer to explorers like Sir Francis Drake, Captain Cook and Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo. They span the European Renaissance to the Age of Enlightenment. (Longview Daily News, WA)
On the Town: Naomi Starkman Aug 31, 2009
Good Earth Natural Foods, 1966 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Fairfax. "I'm going out on a limb to say this is my favorite place to eat in the Bay Area. It's packed with beautiful local produce, natural foods and one of the most outstanding salad bars from which I've ever snacked.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
San Francisco Bay Area Customers Receive More 3G Coverage With Six New Verizon Wireless Cell Sites Aug 20, 2009
Lagunitas - Including Sir Francis Drake Boulevard from San Geronimo to Lagunitas. Two new sites improve service in Santa Rosa - Including Bennett Valley and Grange Road; and Fulton and Wood Road. (PR Newswire)
Getting to work during a BART strike Aug 15, 2009
Commuters who don't want to brave the Bay Bridge traffic during the strike can book a room by calling (800) 546-7866 and asking for rate code SFB. The hotels - including the Serrano, the Triton and the Sir Francis Drake - will honor any booking made this weekend, even if the strike is averted. The rooms won't necessarily be grand suites, however. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Deaf Men Hearing: Francis Drake, Spanish Armada and all that Jazz Aug 7, 2009
"When Francis Drake, who was a pirate, captured the Spanish Armada and sent it to Britain, he was knighted and he became Sir Francis Drake. The British did not try him; did they?" The Source asked ... "When Francis Drake, who was a pirate, captured the Spanish Armada and sent it to Britain, he was knighted and he became Sir Francis Drake. The British did not try him; did they?" The Source asked. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
5 Things in August Aug 3, 2009
400 block of Sir Francis Drake Boulevard. (415) 453-4333. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Fun for free Jul 19, 2009
8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays (except Aug. 1-2) through Sept. 5, with a special Sept. 6 screening of "Rear Window." Creek Park, San Anselmo, at the 400 block of Sir Francis Drake Boulevard. For more information, call (415) 453-4333 or log on to. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Great America a stickler for carousel's details Jul 13, 2009
-- The columns, shells and sculptural acanthus sprays were designed by Chris Mueller, a sculptor who also designed architectural embellishments for local landmarks, including the Palace of Fine Arts and Sir Francis Drake Hotel. -- Great America regulars will recognize Gene Patrick's "Carousel Song," which was written for the carousel and adopted as the theme for the park. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Some fun facts about fog Jul 9, 2009
Fog exploration: In 1579, British explorer Sir Francis Drake might have discovered San Francisco Bay - if not for the fog that obscured his view. According to the World Meteorological Association, these are the 10 foggiest cities in Europe: Notice the absence of legendary fog city London. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
The Life of Sir Francis Drake Jul 7, 2009
Norman, Andrew, Sir Francis Drake: Behind the Pirate s Mask. Tiverton: Halsgrove, 2004. (Suite101.com)
Deadliest Bay Area Roads Jul 5, 2009
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)
A simpler, but soul-enriched Dream Farm Jun 26, 2009
198 Sir Francis Drake Blvd. (at Bank Street), San Anselmo; (415) 453-9898 or dreamfarmmarin. com. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Feinstein move backs Marin oyster farm Jun 26, 2009
The company has been embroiled in a rancorous dispute with the Park Service and several environmental organizations over alleged negative environmental impacts on the bay where Sir Francis Drake landed more than four centuries ago. A panel of scientists put together by the National Academy of Sciences concluded last month that park officials, in a series of reports critical of the shellfish operation, selectively presented information and misrepresented facts. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
California Immigrant Activist Charged With Vote Fraud... Jun 26, 2009
The Englishman Sir Francis Drake claimed California as New England (Nova Albion) in 1579 and we have made good on our claim. When the unrelenting forces of peasant demographics have finally rested it from our hands it will be a depressed, polluted, over-crowded ruin of its former self. (The Drudge Report)
Making hotel history Jun 24, 2009
Sir Francis Drake Hotel, San Francisco, three diamonds. West Baden Springs Hotel, West Baden Springs, Ind. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
* Digging into the City by the Bay Jun 18, 2009
The square is home to Macys flagship department store on its south side, Tiffanys, Saks Fifth Avenue and the Sir Francis Drake hotel, among other famous names, and is close to the citys theater district. If your fashion tastes lean more towards do-it-yourself than Dolce na, walk over to Britex Fabrics at 146 Geary St, tel: 1-415-392-2910. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
14 compete at MOC May 26, 2009
Rounding out the top-15 were Santa Rosa, Healdsburg, Redwood, Novato, Del Norte, Maria Carrillo, Marin Catholic, Sir Francis Drake, Terra Linda, Fortuna, Sonoma, Windsor, Cardinal Newman and Rancho Cotate. SCL-champion Petaluma also claimed the NCS Redwood girls crown, and rounding out the top-15 were Redwood, Montgomery, Fortuna, Casa Grande, Tamalpais, Piner, Maria Carrillo, Santa Rosa, Novato, McKinleyville, Sir Francis Drake, Marin Catholic, Sonoma and Ursuline. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Scientists side with Drakes Bay oyster farmer May 7, 2009
They accused Park Service officials of fabricating environmental problems to drive the oyster company off the bay where explorer Sir Francis Drake purportedly landed more than 430 years ago. Among the disputed claims was a complaint that Lunny expanded his farm to an area historically used by female harbor seals and their pups, and that oyster boats were observed scaring off seals in the area. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Commentary: Heroes in lab coats May 4, 2009
"There is a line -- I believe it is by Sir Francis Drake -- that a superior officer of mine during World War II quoted to me. I shall never forget it: 'Grant us to know that it is not the beginning, but the continuing of the same until it is thoroughly finished, that yieldeth the true glory.'". The opinions expressed in this commentary are solely those of Bob Greene. (CNN -- Law)
Monsters vs aliens Apr 29, 2009
In fact, as Frank Lambert explains in his book The Barbary Wars, those pirates actually served secular governments that were part of the Ottoman Empire (much as Sir Francis Drake plundered Spanish ships on behalf of Queen Elizabeth in the 16th century or Jones served the United States in the 18th). Then, as now, the pirates resorted to preying on commercial shipping because they'd been boxed out of legitimate trade. (Asia Times Online)
The week that was: Giants, Gavin and Gore Apr 28, 2009
The first public evidence of this fight was the demonstration at the Sir Francis Drake Hotel on Wednesday outside the Democratic "Unity" luncheon. The event should have drawn a crowd of 400, but fewer than 50 crossed the picket line. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Latin food goes upscale at Marinitas Apr 20, 2009
218 Sir Francis Drake Blvd. (at Bank), San Anselmo. (415) 454-8900. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Newsom Won't Be At Dems' 'Unity' Luncheon Apr 18, 2009
Every big-name San Francisco Democrat will be at the Sir Francis Drake Hotel on Tuesday for the Democratic County Central Committee's fundraising luncheon, dubbed "Unity." ... CITY INSIDER / Newsom not attending Dems' 'Unity' luncheon Articles Every big-name San Francisco Democrat will be at the Sir Francis Drake Hotel on Tuesday for the Democratic County Central Committee's fundraising luncheon, dubbed "Unity." Everyone except Mayor Gavin Newsom. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Escape Without Leaving Apr 13, 2009
Or cruise around to San Anselmo for Marinitas, 218 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., (415) 454-8900. Lunch and dinner. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
• Islands resent crackdown of tax havens by G-20 Apr 4, 2009
"Why is it that we now in the colonies, because we are still a colony, can't have a financial center?" O'Neal told The Associated Press in an interview in his office overlooking the slate-blue Sir Francis Drake Channel. "If you are doing something and you are saying I can't do it, are you saying that I am inferior?". (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Paragould Personalities: Norma Addison Mar 29, 2009
Addison said she learned she was related to 16th century English sea captain Sir Francis Drake ... Sir Francis Drake did not have any descendants. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Haute tamale: Chefs look beyond burritos Mar 27, 2009
Marinitas, 218 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo; (415) 454-8900 or marinitas. net. (San Francisco Chronicle)
The imperishability of 'Cherry Blossoms' Mar 15, 2009
We spent an afternoon chatting with Elsner at the Sir Francis Drake Hotel during her recent visit to the Berlin d festival. Q: Your face is beaming. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Museum exhibit focuses on pirate history Mar 7, 2009
By MARTHA WAGGONER, Associated Press Writer. Friday, March 6, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Avast, me hearties! It's pirate's life for museum Mar 7, 2009
"Explorers such as Sir Francis Drake and Sir Walter Raleigh operated under the more genteel name of privateer, but basically were pirates who worked with the winking support of Queen Elizabeth I, he said.Piracy was a "dirty, nasty business" but not much different in that respect from life on land, where "if you worked as a laborer all your life, you got nothing," he said. Pirates, at least, had the chance to make money.Some myths remain, including that whole bit about walking the plank, which... (MSNBC -- Lifestyle)
Loving My Time in Cartagena Mar 4, 2009
Cartagena's Old Town was once ransomed to the Spanish crown for two million gold pieces by Sir Francis Drake, and it was for centuries Spain's vault for its vast South American holdings. The city earned the nickname "La Heroica," having endured hundreds of sieges throughout the 17th and 18th centuries as evidenced by the 400-year-old walls, made of mined coral, that circle the city. (Time.com)
Gingrass rethinking the menu for Two Feb 27, 2009
Forkful: San Anselmo's Fork (198 Sir Francis Drake Blvd.) has morphed into Dreamfarm, serving quality comfort food, says owner Charles Low. While Fork was fixed price, Dreamfarm is a la carte, with entrees such as sage-brined pork tenderloin, and chicken and dumplings (a favorite at Low's former restaurant Susie Kate's), priced at $10. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Point Reyes Becomes Eclectic Feb 13, 2009
Take the Central San Rafael exit, turn left onto Third Street and continue onto Fourth Street, then onto Red Hill Avenue and then onto Sir Francis Drake Boulevard through Fairfax and the San Geronimo Valley. Turn right onto Highway 1 and drive approximately 2 1/2 miles into downtown Point Reyes Station. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Pouring a pint Feb 10, 2009
The company eventually closed and has been out of business for decades, but the brewery's signature pale ale has been resurrected in honor of San Francisco Beer Week, set for Feb. 6 through 15, and will be available to taste at Murphy's Irish Pub. In 1976, Jack McAuliffe established the first microbrewery in Wine Country, which he called New Albion after the name Sir Francis Drake bestowed on California. In 1978, a new student of U.C. Davis' brewing program named Don Barkley was looking for work... (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Athletic Hall of Fame Feb 8, 2009
Santa Clara University Official Athletic Site. Thanks to the Santa Clara University. (Santaclarabroncos.com)
