Check that eventbrite is using your current email address. The san francisco ferry building was erected in 1896 for the obvious task of acting as the citys transportation hub. Book passage is one of the coolest bookstores i have ever been. Dave eggers with ninive calegari at book passage s. Book passage originated in corte madera in 1976 and launched a sister store across the bay in 2003. Youll find new fiction and nonfiction, local travel guides, cookbooks, kids books, and a diverse array of cards, gifts and san francisco souvenirs. The store is located inside the ferry building and has a beautiful view out onto the water. Book passage the ferry building on the embarcadero, san.
Fifthgeneration san franciscan and author ann hitz will talk about her research and discoveries in a book reading, video presentation and signing. Join john tateishi as he discusses his book, redress. Sausalito book passage by the bay has just opened its doors, becoming the independent booksellers third location, joining stores in corte madera and the ferry building in san francisco. Katherine applegate reads for book passage tickets, fri, apr. Book passage ferry building 1 ferry building ste 42, san francisco, california 94111. The san francisco ferry building marketplace book passage is a charming bookstore on the bay side of the ferry building marketplace. The one in the ferry building is small but very cool. If you commute between the east bay and south san francisco, and have not yet tried our ferry service, you may be eligible to try. After you sign up youll get an email with the zoom access code.
Book passage 1 ferry bldg ste 42 san francisco ca 94111. Per usual for san francisco, its political bias is left wing. A new york timesreporting bookstore, we offer a wide variety of books ranging from childrena s literature to travel guides, from topselling fiction to mystery novels, and we continue to work diligently with community and nonprofit organizations. Book passage is a charming bookstore on the bay side of the ferry building marketplace.
Mastercard, visa, amex, discover other contact info. The authors who speak at both the marin county and san francisco stores, as well as at offsite venues throughout the bay area, cover every conceivable subject, with events for people of all ages and interests. Check out this profile in read it forward with book passage president elaine petrocelli. Book passage san francisco 1 ferry building, san francisco, ca 415 8351020 9.
Its home to topname restaurants such as the slanted door and hog island oyster co. Katherine applegate reads for book passage tickets, fri. Best hotels near book passage, san francisco, california. Although the construction of the golden gate bridge and the san franciscooakland bay bridge led to the decline in the importance of most ferries, some are still in use today for both commuters and tourists. Ann patchett the dutch house san francisco ferry building store those with a book passage receipt for the dutch house may join the signing line to meet ann patchett. Just the cutest little book shop with a lovingly curated selection. Hotels near book passage, san francisco on tripadvisor. If youre ready for a pageturning and exciting adventure, pick up a new book such as from here. Oct 08, 2018 new owners picked up the san francisco ferry building with plans to spruce up one of the citys bestknown landmarks.
Book passage san francisco events, things to do in san. The corte madera and the san francisco ferry building stores will remain. Conference mobile apps litquake 2019 festival has ended. Book passage, san francisco, ca san francisco, usa. They have done a good job with selecting some great titles to carry, plus they. Zeyn joukhadar the thirty names of night san francisco ferry building store. Like the other two book passage locations in the bay area in corte madera and sausalito the ferry. Book passage san francisco 2020 all you need to know. Since temporarily closing our stores in corte madera and the s. San francisco bay in california has been served by ferries of all types for over 150 years. This event is being held in partnership with shack 15. There are 0 upcoming events at book passage in the ferry building in san francisco, ca.
On the left is the book cover for haben the deafblind woman who conquered harvard law. Book passage this lively bookstore has served the bay area for more than 30 years, with author events, writing and language classes and annual conferences. The ferry building marketplace is at the northeast end of san franciscos market and mission streets, at the embarcadero, a waterfront area popular with. We offer a wide variety of books, from childrens literature to topselling fiction and nonfiction.
Please visit book passages ferry building store to receive a free pass for the event and directions to shack 15s location on the second floor of the ferry building. Kevin begos, at book passage, ferry building at book passage. The discount is provided both to and from the ferry. Clinton appeared at book passage in the san francisco ferry building to sign copies of her new book hard choices. Select an option below to see stepbystep directions and to compare ticket. Feb 08, 2017 sausalito book passage by the bay has just opened its doors, becoming the independent booksellers third location, joining stores in corte madera and the ferry building in san francisco. San francisco bay ferry is a public transit passenger ferry service in the san francisco bay, administered by the san francisco bay area water emergency transportation authority weta. The 1,000 ticketholders got a brief couple of seconds with the former secretary. Paula rizzo listful living san francisco ferry building store. Find a wide selection of titles, from local authors to topselling fiction winners. With one of the largest author events calendars in the world, book passage currently averages more than 800 events per year. A completeish guide to san franciscos ferry building 7x7.
Every penny you spend on this event will directly to book passage. Book passage in the ferry building, san francisco events. New owners picked up the san francisco ferry building with plans to spruce up one of the citys bestknown landmarks. San francisco to victoria 9 ways to travel via train.
Whether your order comes into the store by internet or by phone, one of our booksellers will be on hand find your books or order them from a wholesaler if. While at the ferry building in san franicsco, i visited book passage they have all types of books. Memphis is a world foreign to millie crossan and her brother, finley. Book passage has two storesone in corte madera, and one in the san francisco ferry building. Order online tickets tickets see availability directions.
Book passage san francisco 1 ferry building, san francisco, ca. The san francisco bay ferry provides weekdayonly, commuter service between oaklands jack london square or alameda main street terminals in the east bay and south san franciscos oyster point marina terminal. Kevin begos, at book passage, ferry building at book. The san francisco ferry building, located along the embarcadero at the end of market street, is a historic landmark and foodie haven. Book passage has two stores, one in corte madera and a second in the san francisco ferry building. Hillary clinton supporters turn out for sf book signing. They have two stores and i took pics of the one in the ferry building in san francisco. Stories of love, courage, and immigration book passage ferry building mary volmer lauren markham kristina mcmorris debbie clarke moderow mary monroe. Book passage in san francisco book passage the embarcadero. This is the unlikely but true story of the japanese american citizens leagues fight for an official government apology and compensation for the imprisonment. Search for other book stores in san francisco on the real yellow pages. They have plenty of electronic books on hand as well, including ebooks. A completeish guide to san franciscos ferry building. Bury your nose in a novel you love the endless selection at book passage in san francisco is sure to make any reader smile.
At the time, the city was only accessible by ferry and train, and this graceful building was the first impression for anyone arriving in sf. The book passage store in sausalito is slated to close this month. Operational for more than 30 years, book passage has been serving customers in the bay area. Author claire fullertons mourning dove firefly southern fiction tells the story of a family struggling to adapt.
Try guys was a blast and the book passage were the perfect hosts. Ferry building on march 17 th, weve been talking with authors, our staff, and our community about ways to continue gathering together bay area book loverseven as we stay home to mitigate the spread of coronavirus. There are 9 ways to get from san francisco to victoria by plane, ferry, bus, train, car or car ferry. San francisco bay ferry is a different system from golden gate ferry, which provides passenger ferry service from san francisco to marin county. Stop by book passage to pick up the latest new york times bestseller. Book passage 1 ferry building, embarcadero, san francisco, ca. John reed established a sailboat ferry service in 1826. The inside story of the successful campaign for japanese american reparations at at book passage san francisco ferry building. A general interest new book store for the whole family, with literarythemed gift items and san. A special thanks to my sis and friends for coming out this afternoon im heading to san francisco for the next stop. Lovely book store with alot of fun and unique cards and gifts. You can keep your car safe during your shopping visit when you opt to. Book is an expanded revision of of walking beams and paddle wheels a chronicle of san francisco bay ferryboats, by george h.
The ferry building in san francisco offers 48 shops and restaurants, a farmers market and more. Insiders guide to san franciscos ferry building and. The book can be preordered at either book passage location or from the link below. They have a lot of cool author events and happenings at the stores. Book passage 1 ferry bldg ste 42 san francisco, ca book. Tickets may only be used on the ferry route for which they were originally purchased. Event details about kevin begos, at book passage, ferry building in san francisco on june 15, 2018 watch, listen, photos and tickets. For more than 40 years, book passage has been the welcoming home for bay area readers. San franciscos ferry building, is a new arcadia publishing book on the history of our ferry building.
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