August 2012

Ancient Sites, Rain Forests & Coral Reefs

Natural & Archeological Wonders of Belize and Guatemala
Sat, January 19, 2013 - Sat, January 26, 2013

Join Ambassador Marilyn McAfee and Maya Expert Bruce Love as we explore the natural wonders and the marvels of Mayan art and architecture on this thrilling voyage to Belize and Guatemala aboard the 138-guest Yorktown. Belize is so rich in spectacular scenery and unspoiled wildlife habitats that it seems the entire country is a nature preserve. Expience the bird sanctuaries of Half Moon Cay and see the antics of howler monkeys in the tree tops on our visit to Mayflower Bocawina National Park. Read more »

Travel Cost: 

From $3,797 to $6,995, depending on cabin category.
FREE ECONOMY AIRFARE FROM SFO!!

This week at The Commonwealth Club of California: MONDAY: • Jeffrey D. Yergler:...

Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 2012-08-20 07:35

This week at The Commonwealth Club of California: MONDAY: • Jeffrey D. Yergler: The Psychological Impact of Unemployment • EV Riders TUESDAY: • Marc Freedman: Baby Boomers Defer Retirement for 'Encore Careers' • I Must Resist: Updating Bayard Rustin's Dream of Work for All WEDNESDAY: • Inclusive Diversity and Talent Management • Jonathan Moscone: Spunk, Blithe Spirit and Success at Cal Shakes (this event is postponed) THURSDAY: • How Do You Do That? In conversation with David Perry Read more »

What did the UK threaten to do to Ecuador? Whom did Jerry Brown quote? How did M...

Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 2012-08-17 10:49

What did the UK threaten to do to Ecuador? Whom did Jerry Brown quote? How did Mitt Romney describe President Obama's campaign? Find out how much you know about the week's news in our latest Week to Week news quiz at Huffington Post San Francisco: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/john-zipperer/the-week-to-week-news-qui_18_b_1796556.html Read more »

Marty Nemko Discussion Series: When Should and Shouldn't You Follow Your Passion

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Thu, Aug 23 2012 - 6:00pm

When Should and Shouldn't You Follow Your Passion
Marty Nemko, Career Coach; Author; Former Columnist; Radio Host
It's almost a mantra: "Do what you love and the money will follow." Alas, too many people do what they love – and starve. How do you decide what's right for you? Join Nemko for an in-depth discussion. Nemko was named "The Bay Area's Best Career Coach" by the San Francisco Bay Guardian and "Job Coach Extraordinaire" by U.S. News. Read more »

EV Riders

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Mon, Aug 20 2012 - 6:00pm

EV Riders
John Kalb, Founder, EV Charging Pros; Owner of a BMW ActiveEAndrea Kissack, Senior Editor for Quest, KQEDFelix Kramer, Founder, CalCars; Owner of a Chevy Volt and Nissan LEAFOther EV Owners TBD
All major automakers are now selling models that are totally gas free (Nissan, Ford, Tesla) or run on electricity and gasoline (GM, Toyota). Charging stations are popping up around the state and customers are getting used to a whole new way of fueling their mobility. Read more »