The Voice of East Bay Living

Do you feel like an escape during these warm fall days? Here are two great suggestions: Alameda is about 20 minutes from most points in the East Bay.  Take Park Blvd straight to the end and you will run into the Elsie Roemer bird sanctuary and salt marsh .  This is one of the few salt marshes that has been preserved in the Bay Area-it provides a critical habitat to a number of endangered birds and plants.  You can walk along the beach then go across the street for a delicious Japanese meal at the Sushi House .  Finally South Shore shopping mall awaits you with a huge number of retail stores.  Another delightful spot by the water is Guaymas Restaurant situated right on the water in  Tiburon . Dining on the patio, You can watch the boats sail in and out and there is a lovely view across the bay of the San Francisco skyline.  Visit  GlassSabine.com Contact Team Glass Sabine at ...

Need a break from the routine but don't want to spend a long time waiting in line at airports? Why not drive to Carmel-by-the-sea, located 120 miles south of San Francisco on the Pacific coast. This charming  town, known for its natural scenery and artistic history, is just a delight. In 1910, over 60% of its population were people devoting their lives to work connected with the arts.The city has had several mayors who were poets or actors.Their presence is still felt with the many quaint homes, numerous art galleries and classical concerts. The town has a romantic and gentle vibe. It is  short drive from home but feels like a million miles away. Visit  GlassSabine.com Contact Team Glass Sabine at  ssabine @grubbco.com