September 5th, Angel Island Voyage
Join UCSF on a kayaking expedition to the varied shores of Angel Island - the largest island in San Francisco Bay. Visit the USCF Events Calendar for full information.
September 15th thru 18th – Southern Exposure, Artist Project
Southern Exposure, a 36-year-old non-profit visual arts organization located in the Mission District of San Francisco, invites you to participate in an upcoming artist project. The project will take place over the course of four days, from Wednesday, September 15 to Saturday, September 18, at Southern Exposure and Angel Island. Visit Southern Expossure For full information and to register.
September 17th – Naturalization Ceremony
Immigration officials will be conducting a naturalization ceremony on Angel Island for US Citizenship Day. An Angel Island Immigration Station Foundation event.
September 25th – The 26th Annual California Coastal Cleanup Day
The premier volunteer event focused on the marine environment in the country. In 2009, more than 80,600 volunteers worked together to collect more than 1,300,000 pounds of trash and recyclables from our beaches, lakes, and waterways. For additional information and to register visit the California Coastal Commission site.
October 2nd – Upwardly Global Passport to Possibilities
Upwardly Global presents Passport to Possibilities, a party to celebrate the tremendous courage and contributions of today’s immigrants to America. Upwardly Global is a San Francisco based non-profit that helps immigrant and refugee professionals re-enter their careers in the U.S.
Embark on a scenic evening ferry ride to Angel Island, tour the Immigration Station and enjoy an evening of live music, international foods, and an open bar. Tickets are $150 and all proceeds support Upwardly Global’swork with low-income job-seekers. Visit Upwardly Global for full details and to register.
October 9th & 10th – Fleet Week
A tradition since 1981, Fleet Week is one of the most anticipated Fall events in the Bay Area. An audience of spectators are drawn every year to the waterfront to watch the parade of Navy ships, along with the spectacular aerial show including the Navy’s Blue Angels. And, what better vantage point to view the event then from Angel Island with it’s sweeping views!
October 17th – The 11th Annual RCP Tiburon Mile Open Water Swim
Founded in 1999, by Robert C. Placak, a Marin County native and Tiburon resident, the RCP Tiburon Mile has quickly become known as the most competitive and prestigious open water swim event in the world. Hundreds of swimmers will once again converge upon the Town of Tiburon, California and battle the waters of Raccoon Strait. Visit RCP Tiburon Mile for full information and registration.
November 6th – Volunteer Orientation
The island’s mass will always be. Its history is carved. The beauty that is preserved is dependent upon those involved. Volunteers Needed! There are several types of volunteers who contribute their services at Angel Island State Park. Areas of work include, but are not limited to the fields of park maintenance, administrative support, interpretation, visitor services and the AIA Gift Shop. For information or to register for orientation call: (415) 435-3522 or email.
November (date to be announced) – Victorian Christmas
Come to Angel Island’s Civil War Era Camp Reynolds and discover a beautiful Victorian home decorated for Christmas. Watch demonstrations of Victorian ornament making and more. The event is free, begins at 11:00 am and ends at 3:30 pm. For information call: (415) 435-3522 or email.
December 2nd - 5th Annual Angel Lights Countdown Benefit
Throughout the month of December, the “Angel Lights” shine from the top of Angel Island State Park. Those lights may be “adopted” providing support for the work of Angel Island Association. Adopt a light and send a message and a gift: a simple thanks to a friend, mentor, or leader; a remembrance of a loved one; or recognition of someone who makes this a better place to live. An Angel Light card and a commemorative certificate will be mailed to those you designate. To purchase tickets, become a sponsor of the benefit or adopt an Angel Light call (415) 435-3972, fax (415) 435-2950, or email.
