Dan Pingaro, Executive Director of Sailors for the Sea, an ocean conservation nonprofit focused on the sailing and boating community, discusses their

Dan Pingaro, Executive Director of Sailors for the Sea, an ocean conservation nonprofit focused on the sailing and boating community, discusses their programs.

Key initiatives include the Rainy Day Kits, which provide marine ecology lesson plans for students in sailing programs and low-resource environments, and Clean Regattas, a certification program helping events achieve higher environmental standards.

Pingaro was interviewed by Ruth Ann Barrett, with videography by David Okimoto of EarthSayers.tv, at the America's Cup Finals in San Francisco on September 10, 2013.

Peter Fish, jury chair, announced the latest winners of the California Book Awards.

The Commonwealth Club of California, founded in San Francisco in 1903, is the nation's oldest and

Peter Fish, jury chair, announced the latest winners of the California Book Awards.

The Commonwealth Club of California, founded in San Francisco in 1903, is the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum. It hosts over 400 annual events for its 20,000 members, covering politics, culture, society, and the economy. Notable speakers have included Teddy Roosevelt, Martin Luther King, Ronald Reagan, Bill Clinton, and Hillary Clinton.

Explore upcoming events, membership, or watch/listen to past programs. You can also subscribe, donate, or connect on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

As Portland revitalizes its Old Town/Chinatown, a neighborhood home to two National Historic Districts, there is renewed interest in preserving its architecture and reusing historic buildings.

As Portland revitalizes its Old Town/Chinatown, a neighborhood home to two National Historic Districts, there is renewed interest in preserving its architecture and reusing historic buildings. This panel will address the challenges of redeveloping these structures, explore better financial tools and incentives, suggest in-fill considerations, and discuss streamlining processes to attract private investment and restore buildings to full service.

Speakers include Brian Emerick (Emerick Architects), Julie Garver (Innovative Housing), Jeff Joslin (City and County of San Francisco), Peggy Moretti (Restore Oregon), and Ethan Seltzer (Portland State University). Chet Orloff (Pamplin International Collection of Art) will moderate the discussion.

Donald Abrams, M.D., Chief of Hematology and Oncology at San Francisco General Hospital, co-authored *Integrative

Donald Abrams, M.D., Chief of Hematology and Oncology at San Francisco General Hospital, co-authored *Integrative Oncology*. A pioneer in medical cannabis research, he has extensive experience with cancer and HIV/AIDS patients.

The U.S. government classifies cannabis as a Schedule I drug—the most restricted category—asserting it is unsafe with no accepted medical use.

Despite this, medical cannabis has been used for millennia, with no reported overdoses. Moreover, recent global clinical research consistently demonstrates its medicinal value.

*Painted Nails* explores the hidden dangers faced by nail salon workers. It highlights Van Nguren, a Vietnamese worker whose health problems, including miscarriages, resulted from toxic chemicals.

*Painted Nails* explores the hidden dangers faced by nail salon workers. It highlights Van Nguren, a Vietnamese worker whose health problems, including miscarriages, resulted from toxic chemicals. She courageously became the first worker in over 30 years to testify in Congress against the cosmetic industry.

The film immerses viewers in Van Hoang's bustling San Francisco salon, a vibrant community for diverse women. Clients enjoy unique acrylic designs and a caring environment, proudly displaying their identity.

Produced by Dianne Griffen and Nhung Pham. Learn more at paintednailsmovie.com.

Climate One drives conversations on energy, economy, and the environment. Join us at The Commonwealth Club of California in San Francisco to be part of this vital dialogue.

As National

Climate One drives conversations on energy, economy, and the environment. Join us at The Commonwealth Club of California in San Francisco to be part of this vital dialogue.

As National Geographic Explorer Sylvia Earle wisely stated, "The most important person to contact on these issues is the person you see in the mirror."

Distinguished speakers have included David Crane (NRG CEO), Lisa Jackson (Apple VP), Ernest Moniz (former U.S. Secretary of Energy), and Gina McCarthy (EPA Administrator), among others.

Join Tom Mustill and anatomist Joy Reidenberg as they investigate the mysterious death of a fin whale. This compelling clip is from 'Natural World: Humpback Whales - A Detective Story'

Join Tom Mustill and anatomist Joy Reidenberg as they investigate the mysterious death of a fin whale. This compelling clip is from 'Natural World: Humpback Whales - A Detective Story' (2019).

Discover 50 years of captivating natural history content on BBC Earth. Subscribe for more wildlife documentaries, including 'Planet Earth III' (link), 'Frozen Planet II' (link), and 'Blue Planet II in 4K' (link). Get the latest news and exclusives by signing up for our newsletter.

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