Half Moon Bay’s Not-so-secret Art Scene   This town is known for its annual Maverick surfing contest, and its enormous Pumpkin Festival, but did you know there are artists lurking around every corner? Here’s a sampling of where you can see photographers, comedians, musicians, and thespians in this coastal town. A Rockin’ Good Time Half Moon Bay Brewing Company, the perfect spot for handcrafted beers, a great seaside view and live music, is hosting “Celtic Rock Weekend” on March 16 - 17. In celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, this festive weekend will feature some of the world’s best Celtic rock music. There will also be a special Irish-inspired menu and beer specials. 390 Capistrano Road, Princeton-by-the-Sea. For more information, call (650) 728-BREW or visit www.hmbbrewingco.com . Media Contact: Meghan Lee, (415) 380-8390, meghan@spinpr.com . Seaside Tunes The wildly popular coastside seafood restaurant, Sam’s Chowder House, is now also a great spot to hear live music every Friday night from 7 - 9:30 pm. Directly overlooking the ocean adjacent to Pillar Point Harbor, every seat in the restaurant offers breathtaking ocean views and stunning sunsets, making this the perfect spot to enjoy a cocktail and dinner with live jazz. Be sure to try the now-famous lobster roll, voted one of America’s Top Five Sandwiches on NBC’s Today Show. 4210 North Cabrillo Highway (Highway One), (650) 712-0245, www.samschowderhouse.com . Media Contact: Nancy Uber, (415) 672-2950, nancy@nupr.com .        Laugh-In Catch a local show every second Saturday of the month performed by Blue Blanket Improv, a dedicated group of improvisational actors and comedians who perform throughout the Bay Area. Many of the shows in Half Moon Bay are held at Enso , 131 Kelly Avenue, (650) 726-1409. For a listing of upcoming shows, contact (650) 560-0108 or visit www.BlueBlanketImprov.com .    You Be the Judge The work of many talented photographers will be on display at The Coastal Art League & Museum on April 11 through May 5 for the 2008 International Juried Photo Competition “Through a Lens - Patterns of People or Patterns in Nature.” This competition invites artists to share images that examine patterns in the world, either natural or manmade. First prize is $1000. 300 Main Street. For more information, call ( 650) 726-6335 or visit www.coastalartsleague.com . On Stage The Coastal Repertory Theatre presents “Over the Tavern,” February 8 – March 1, a charming family comedy set in Buffalo, New York during the Eisenhower years about a family of four maneuvering through life's questions and challenges with humor and charm. “Steel Magnolias,” on stage March 28 – April 19, follows the trials and tribulations of a group of female friends in Chinquapin, Louisiana. 1167 Main Street. For more information and to purchase tickets, contact (650) 569-3266, www.coastalrep.com . ****   [Back to Top]       [Back to Index]