"The service recommendations are so valuable and really help people network and access the businesses offered in our community."

- Anonymous

LOCAL WEATHER





San Francisco's Dying Palms Problem Could Have Been Avoided


Story courtesy SocketSite
www.socketsite.com


May 16, 2013— As a plugged-in reader first reported two years ago:

The [Embarcadero] palms won't be there much longer. The city has fired all their educated arborists. Those who are left trim them to that odd pineapple shape while the fronds are still green and alive. A fusarium-type wilt then infects the palm and it slowly dies. At least 3 have died since the last trimming - that's what killed the dead palms around Justin Herman Plaza.


May 17, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | 1 Comment

Walking can be dangerous to your health!


info@walksf.org
(415) 431-WALK
995 Market St. Suite 1450


Hi Walk SF Supporter,

Last August, Edmund Capalla was killed by a red-light running taxi at Eddy and Larkin, one of the city's high-injury corridors. Ever since, Walk SF has been demanding justice. Finally, last Thursday, the District Attorney announced charges against the driver for vehicular manslaughter.

The case is a rare and powerful example of criminal charges for killing a pedestrian, thanks to your support for Walk SF's advocacy.


May 14, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Our SOMA neighbors are mad!


Jamie Whitaker, Publisher
Rincon Hill newsletter
www.rinconhillsf.org/

Rincon Hill Neighborhood News



Greetings Neighbors and Friends,

Rincon Hill Residents Treated Like Suckers
Yet Again by SF City Government


Remember the 5 community meetings at the Sailors' Union and The Infinity hosted by Isabel Wade and Corinne Woods in the fall of 2009 and early 2010 where you and I helped to design our first non-dog community park?

Well, Rincon Hill Park is half built now (minus some playground equipment and other stuff) in front of Rincon Green apartments at 333 Harrison Street. There's one tiny problem with us using the park we helped design ... it can only be used by residents of Rincon Green because the City of San Francisco's Parks Manager is unwilling to accept the donation of the park and to provide the liability insurance in case someone got hurt while letting their dog do its business in the dog poddy area or a kid fell off a bench while his parent was text messaging or whatever with their iPhone in Rincon Hill Park.

Rincon Hill Park Residents Only Sign

May 13, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Weekly Police Report
May 10, 2013


Central Police District
766 Vallejo Street
Capt. Tom
Garret Tom, Captain
Central Station: 415.315-2480
Garret.tom@sfgov.org
NON-EMERGENCY: 553-0123

CENTRAL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER


Captain’s Message
Our hearts and prayers go out to former Olympic Gold Medalist Andrew Simpson who was killed yesterday as his catamaran capsized on the bay near Treasure Island. Simpson and his team were practicing for the America’s Cup Races. He was trapped underwater by the boat for ten minutes.


May 11, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Q&A from Cathie

Cathie Hehman
by Cathie Hehman*

Q: I'm going to a big hoopla wine tasting (France vs. Australia) event where there will be lots of who's who in our area.
Vineyard clothing idea
It's an evening event with men wearing sport coats w/no tie but a full course meal. It's not a cocktail event but the ladies are saying "Vineyard Casual." Sooooo, what should I wear? Not too familiar with "Vineyard Casual!"

A: Since the attire described is Vineyard Casual, think casual. Pants or designer jeans and a classic shirt or T-shirt with a blazer or jacket would look good. Add a piece of statement jewelry or a soft scarf around your neck and wear wedge or pump style shoes. Another option would be a sheath dress and cardigan.



May 07, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

SUNDAY MORNING SMELLS
A Mother's Day Memory


Cathy Fiorello, resident
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The Gateway


Growing up in an Italian family during the Great Depression, I have no recollection of my mother sleeping. She went to bed at night after I did and got up before me the next morning to start breakfast and prepare the family for our day at school or work. In my young mind, mothering was a 24-hour job.

"Sunday Morning Smells" is excerpted from Cathy's latest book, Al Capone Had a Lovely Mother, available now at Book Passages inside the Ferry Building or at Amazon.com


On Sunday, when the rest of us slept in, she was up even earlier than usual, filling the house with what I will always think of as Sunday morning smells. The long process of making the gravy for that day’s macaroni dinner, often because of our different schedules the only time during the week we were all together for a meal, was an inflexible ritual.


May 06, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | 3 Comments

BCNA Annual Meeting June 2

Hope to see you at
The BCNA Annual Meeting & Sunday Social
with Presentation By
The America's Cup Event Authority CEO, Stephen Barclay

5A5 Steak Lounge
244 Jackson St
Sunday, June 2, 2013
3-5 pm Note
Complimentary Appetizers
Happy Hour Drinks $5.00



Stephen Barclay will catch us up with the latest from the America's Cup.
Note the time - 3:00 to 5:00
NO RSVP's required. We look forward to seeing you there!
Sponsored by the Barbary Coast Neighborhood Association
Click Here to Join the BCNA


May 05, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Weekly Police Report
May 3, 2013


Central Police District
766 Vallejo Street
Capt. Tom
Garret Tom, Captain
Central Station: 415.315-2480
Garret.tom@sfgov.org
NON-EMERGENCY: 553-0123

CENTRAL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER


Captain’s Message
I hope you are enjoying the great weather that we are having. This Saturday, Union Square Park will be hosting Britt Week on Saturday from 11:00am to 6:00pm. It is presented by British Airways, the festival will feature a British beer garden, snacks, treats, and souvenirs. Theatre and live music-including performances by British singer-songwriter Vanessa Knight and Welsh rocker Alex Troup will highlight the stage. I’m sure it will be a jolly good show.

Avantine Restaurant will have a block party and celebrate Cinco De Mayo form 4:00pm to 11:00pm. Avantine is located at 582 Washington St. in the Financial District.


May 04, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

What's going on at the Embarcadero Center this week?


Hyegraph Invitations & Calligraphy


50 FREE Matching Thank You Notes! Get 50 Free matching thank you notes when you order your BRIDES invitations at Hyegraph Invitations & Calligraphy!*

*Minimum purchase of 50 invitations required. Orders must be placed at the same time. Use coupon code BRI-4513. Cannot be combined with other offers. Expires 6/30/13. Hyegraph Invitations & Calligraphy is located on Street Level in Three Embarcadero Center.

May 03, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Book Passage Recognized by CNN!

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In the midst of a week that saw us tying knots with Philippe Petit, celebrating the release of Isabel Allende's new novel, giving out over 1,200 free books for World Book Night, and getting the skinny on our digestive systems with Mary Roach, author Hilary Davidson asked if we could send her a photo of our Ferry Building store.

Imagine our delight when a week later, we saw that photo staring back at us in a CNN article by Ms. Davidson entitled "Brick and Mortar: Best Indie Bookstores"! Thank you to CNN and to Hilary. We are proud to be a center of literary activity for the greater Bay Area, and will continue our efforts to celebrate books and the community that reads them.

May 03, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

“P” IS FOR PANCETTA


Cathy Fiorello, resident*
The Gateway

I had been cooking for decades before I finally used pancetta, the Italian bacon. Oh, I knew about it. Whenever I came across it in a recipe, I wrote “bacon” on my shopping list, then bought and used the American breakfast staple instead.
Pancetta
Bacon is bacon, I thought. Besides, I had other, more pressing culinary issues to deal with: making peace with yeast, for example, which I still don’t use with ease. The tantalizing aroma of dough rising in the oven, bathed in butter and cinnamon, has never roused my family from a weekend sleep-in.


Apr 30, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | 4 Comments

Weekly Police Report
April 26, 2013


Central Police District
766 Vallejo Street
Capt. Tom
Garret Tom, Captain
Central Station: 415.315-2480
Garret.tom@sfgov.org
NON-EMERGENCY: 553-0123

CENTRAL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER


Captain’s Message
We just completed a bicycle ride with 30 students from Yick Wo Elementary School this morning. Today is “Bike to School Day”. We met at Washington Square Park at Stockton and Union Streets. 30 students accompanied by several parents along with a few of my bicycle patrol officers rode to 2245 Jones Street where Yick Wo Elementary is located. The students ranged from 1st to 4th grade. I was more tired than they were.


Apr 26, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

BOOK EVENT: Farmacology
by Daphne Miller, MD

Book Passage— Please join CUESA and Institute at the Golden Gate for a talk by Dr. Daphne Miller, followed by a reception with farmers market refreshments and a book signing (books for sale by Book Passage), April 30 at 6 pm.

Practicing family physician and author of The Jungle Effect, Daphne Miller had long suspected that farming and medicine were intimately linked. Increasingly disillusioned by mainstream medicine’s mechanistic approach to healing, and fascinated by the farming revolution that is changing the way we think about our relationship to the earth,
Daphne Miller, MD
Miller left her medical office and traveled to seven innovative family farms across the country to better understand the connections between sustainable agriculture and the health of her patients.

Apr 25, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Banding Together To Rebrand Broadway


Story courtesy SocketSite
www.socketsite.com


April 25, 2013— Having failed to take hold in 2008, North Beach business owners and residents are once again banding together in an attempt to create a Community Benefit District (CBD) along Broadway between Columbus Avenue and Montgomery Street and south to Pacific Avenue.


Apr 25, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Weekly Police Report
April 19, 2013


Central Police District
766 Vallejo Street
Capt. Tom
Garret Tom, Captain
Central Station: 415.315-2480
Garret.tom@sfgov.org
NON-EMERGENCY: 553-0123

CENTRAL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER



Captain’s Message
The Central District saw its first Homicide for the year. It occurred on Saturday morning at approximately 2:30am at 1135 Sacramento Street. The suspect is 66 year old Robert Graves, who shot his 24 year old neighbor, Geoffrey Greer. Graves was arrested by Central Station Officers. This was not a random incident as the parties knew each other. The investigation is ongoing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the victim and his family. Graves is currently held at County Jail his bail is three million dollars.


Apr 20, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

The Need And Numbers For San Francisco's Ferry Terminal Expansion


Story courtesy SocketSite
www.socketsite.com


San Francisco Ferry Terminal


April 17, 2013—While enhancing the economic viability and use of San Francisco’s Ferry Terminal and its surroundings is a key objective of the proposed Ferry Terminal Expansion, the driving force behind the project is the Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA).


Apr 19, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

It's started!

Photo courtesy Carol Parlette
Resident, The Commons

Carol Parlette
Barbary Coast's Children's Playground gets started!

Apr 19, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

The Plans To Expand San Francisco's Ferry Terminal And Service


Story courtesy SocketSite
www.socketsite.com


April 16, 2013— Conceptual plans to expand San Francisco’s Ferry Terminal have been drawn, the project’s potential environmental impacts are being reviewed, and Sinbad's days are numbered.

Apr 16, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

America's Cup Waterfront Concert Series Permit Suspended


Story courtesy SocketSite
www.socketsite.com

Courtesy SocketSite

April 12, 2013 —Pier 27 Pavilion—Ten days ago San Francisco’s Entertainment Commission approved the plans to hold 30 ticketed concerts at the upsized America’s Cup pavilion on Piers 27/29 which is two-thirds built, granting Live Nation a conditional Place of Entertainment Permit for the series.


Apr 14, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Barbary Coast at last!

For years now, we've been trying to get the world to recognize us as the Barbary Coast, not just as an apostrophe of the Financial District. At long last, the April 11, 2013 issue of the Wall Street Journal printed a story about the Barbary Coast's hoped-for and soon-to-be children's playground, "Playground Plan Shows Philanthropy's Swing Toward Home."

We've arrived.

Apr 13, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Weekly Police Report
April 12, 2013


Central Police District
766 Vallejo Street
Capt. Tom
Garret Tom, Captain
Central Station: 415.315-2480
Garret.tom@sfgov.org
NON-EMERGENCY: 553-0123

CENTRAL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER



Captain’s Message
This past week we had two demonstrations in the Central District. On Tuesday Local 2 protested contract conditions in front of the Grand Hyatt Hotel on Stockton and Sutter Streets. On Wednesday, there was a large protest that started at 1 Post Street, several hundred protesters then marched to the Federal Building on Golden Gate Avenue to protest immigration reform. Both protests were orderly and non-violent. This Sunday, Justin Herman Plaza will host Walk MS from 8:00am to Noon. 1100 people are expected to attend this fundraising event to find a cure for multiple sclerosis. If you haven’t heard, the Blue Angels will not be flying in the city this year during Fleet Week in October due to federal budget cuts.


Apr 12, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Lunchtime presentation to learn about our urban watersheds

Wendy Chang, Public Relations Specialist
AECOM
510.844.0576
wendy.chang@aecom.com

Take the Plunge - Learn About Your City’s
Urban Watersheds (Lunchtime Presentation)

The San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) invites you to a lunchtime presentation about the history and future of San Francisco’s Channel and Northshore Urban Watersheds.

Covering the northeast portion of the city, the Channel and Northshore Urban Watersheds transport millions of gallons of rainwater in large storms to one of the City’s three treatment plants. Most of this water flows in a network of sewer pipes running along the path of historic creeks, marshes, wetlands, and throughout the city below our streets.


Apr 08, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Interested in changes to the Ferry Building?


Jonathan Stern, Assistant Deputy Director
Waterfront Development Projects
Port of San Francisco, Pier 1
415.274.0545 (direct)
Jonathan.Stern@sfport.com

The operator of the Ferry Building (EOP) has been evaluating the use and opportunities for improvement of the Ferry Building Plaza and proposes an 18-month pilot project to conduct various public events, observe user patterns and successes, improve Ferry Building loading and service operations, and provide for interim parking in the Plaza.


Apr 05, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

ENTERTAINMENT REVIEW: Back On Track!


Norman Doyle
Norman Patrick Doyle
Resident, The Commons

SF Playhouse moved to new digs last fall, to the beautiful auditorium in the Kensington Park Hotel at 450 Post Street.

Long-time fans were eager to experience the new season, starting in September but hopes were dashed when the opening offering was the unbelievably awful "Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson." This was followed by a valiant, but fruitless effort to breath life into the moribund "Bell, Book and Candle."


Apr 05, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | 3 Comments

SF Giants Opening Day!

Casey at bat!
Barbary Coaster, Casey Parlette, may be at bat for opening day at AT&T Park.

What: St. Louis Cardinals at San Francisco Giants (Giants Opening Day)
Date: Friday, March 5, l2013
Time: 1:35 p.m. PDT
Place: AT&T Park, San Francisco, CA

Apr 04, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | 2 Comments

OPINION: Pier 27 and Live Nation’s
proposed concert venue

Marcy Albert, Diane Kretschmer
101 Lombard Condos
Barbary Coast


We’re not opposed to the Pier 27 concerts proposed by the Live Nation people. We do, however, believe these concert evenings must be done properly—with the right kind of traffic and emergency controls, noise controls, fair ending times, and general respect for the neighborhood.
Entertainment Commission Hearing
5:30 pm - April 2, 2013
City Hall, Room 416


That’s the reason we reached out to the concert planners in January to put together the neighborhood meetings we’ve had so far. Our purpose was—and is—to give people a chance to air our mutual concerns.


Apr 02, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Notes from our SOMA neighbors


Jamie Whitaker, Publisher
Rincon Hill newsletter
www.rinconhillsf.org/

Rincon Hill Neighborhood News


Greetings Neighbors and Friends,

Waterfront Playground to Break Ground in Sue Bierman Park Soon -
Time Running Out for Donor Recognition Plaque Opportunities

The journey began with with a family at The Infinity committed to finding some open public property near their home that could be used to build a playground for their son and over 1,000 other kids either living in our neighborhood or staying in our daycare centers on weekdays. With a little help from friends with a shared goal in Rincon Hill and the Barbary Coast neighborhood - and a big assist from Supervisor David Chiu - the Waterfront Playground is just a couple of months away from becoming a reality over at the corner of Washington Street and The Embarcadero in Sue Bierman Park!


Mar 26, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Weekly Police Report
March 22, 2013


Central Police District
766 Vallejo Street
Capt. Tom
Garret Tom, Captain
Central Station: 415.315-2480
Garret.tom@sfgov.org
NON-EMERGENCY: 553-0123

CENTRAL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER


Captain’s Message
This past weekend Central Station Officers made seven arrests for auto burglaries. Our undercover teams have done a fantastic job. Auto burglaries have dropped 31% from last month because of the numerous auto burglary arrests our task force has made. But please do not leave valuables in sight when parking your car unattended. It only takes a minute for the bad guy to break the window and take valuables from the vehicles.


Mar 22, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Got ideas on how to spend our tax money?

Amy Chan
amy.chan@sfgov.org
415-554-7419


Hi District 3 residents and leaders,

ANNOUNCING DISTRICT 3 PARTICIPATORY BUDGETING
SUNDAY, MARCH 24 - FRIDAY, MARCH 29

We’re excited to announce that District 3 participatory budgeting voting starts this Sunday!
[MON-FRI] City Hall, Rm. 279, 9-5p
[SUNDAY 3/24] @ Chinese for Affirmative Action, 17 Walter Lum Pl. Press Event - 10a, Voting - 10a-1p
[MONDAY 3/25] @ Larkin Park Senior Apartments, 1303 Larkin St. Voting - 2-5p
[TUESDAY 3/26] @ Chinese Progressive Association, 1042 Grant Ave. Voting - 2-5:30p
[WEDNESDAY 3/27] @ Lady Shaw, 1483 Mason St. Voting - 5-8p
[THURSDAY 3/28] @ Golden Gateway, Jackson St. b/t Davis and Front St.
[FRIDAY 3/29] @ Telegraph Hill Neighborhood Center, 660 Lombard St. Voting - 10a-1p

The kickoff event will be on March 24 at 10 m at the Chinese for Affirmative Action (17 Walter Lum Place). At the kickoff, we will have a short program for media describing what participatory budgeting is and how residents can vote, followed by the actual voting.

I hope you can all make it out on Sunday to help us build the momentum for the rest of the week, but in case you can’t make it, voting continues for the whole week at different locations in the district as well as City Hall. The fliers on the voting schedule and the ballots with the projects to be voted on are attached in this email.

Mar 22, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Attend March 28 joint meeting on Piers 30-32 development

Please join co-sponsors D3DC, the Barbary Coast Neighborhood Association, Russian Hill Neighbors, and the South of Telegraph Hill Neighbors for an informative discussion on the proposed development for Piers 30-32.

What: Proposed Piers 30-32 Development
When: Thursday, March 28; 6:30pm
Where: Telegraph Hill Community Center, 660 Lombard St.


Mar 20, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

42nd Street Moon presents CARNIVAL!


SPRING IS HERE!
And so is the lovely and joyous CARNIVAL!

42nd Street Moon's Spring offerings begin with the Bob Merrill (music and lyrics) and Michael Stewart (book) musical adaptation of the beloved 1953 Leslie Caron movie Lili.

Purchase your tickets before March 22 and receive a 10% Early Bird discount.* (Use the online coupon code EBCARNIVAL.)


Mar 18, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Join FOGG in donating to Summer Kids Camp

Lee Radner,Chair
Friends of Golden Gateway (FOGG)


FOGG OPEN LETTER
To Our Friends & Supporters
March 18, 2013

Summer Kids Camp –
FOGG Scholarship Program - Follow Up


FOGG want to follow up with you about Summer Kids Camp. We thank those who responded to our first Open Letter from January 14, 2013. We really appreciate your tax deductible donations.


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Weekly Police Report
March 15, 2013


Central Police District
766 Vallejo Street
Capt. Tom
Garret Tom, Captain
Central Station: 415.315-2480
Garret.tom@sfgov.org
NON-EMERGENCY: 553-0123

CENTRAL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER


Captain’s Message


Happy St. Patrick’s Day weekend! Hello everyone. This weekend we will be once again blessed with nice weather.
Lt. Santos
While Captain Tom is on vacation,
Lt. Santos will be filling in for him
.
Within the Central District, there will be several St. Patrick’s Day celebration events including the St. Patrick’s Day parade that will begin downtown and conclude with a festival at Civic Center Plaza.


Mar 15, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING NOTICE

Come learn about the proposed plans
for the America's Cup Concert and Entertainment venue
this summer at Piers 27-29


Community Meeting Co-Hosted by:
Telegraph Hill Dwellers and
Barbary Coast Neighborhood Association

Hear directly from the America’s Cup Event Organizers and share your feedback and ideas.


Mar 15, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

IRISH FOR A DAY


Cathy Fiorello, resident*
The Gateway

“This town doesn’t know how to throw a St. Patrick’s Day parade,” my husband grumbled when he returned from viewing San Francisco’s annual homage to the Irish.
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Mar 14, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | 1 Comment

The Piers Newsletter, March 2013

San Francisco Waterfront Partners
Pier 1, Bay 2
San Francisco CA 94111


NEW AT THE PIERS


Charles Phan's Hard Water Opening at Pier 3



Bouy light fixture and
Bourbon at Hard Water

Join us in welcoming Charles Phan's new Southern-themed restaurant Hard Water opening mid-March at Pier 3. Taking inspiration from Phan's love of New Orleans Creole cuisine, the menu will include dishes such as cornmeal crusted alligator, seafood gumbo, and fried chicken. Bourbon will be the focus of the cocktail menu, which will include rare and unique finds.

Mar 09, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Our SOMA neighbors are concerned


Jamie Whitaker, Publisher
Rincon Hill newsletter
www.rinconhillsf.org/

Rincon Hill Neighborhood News


TJPA and AC Transit Declare War
on Rincon Hill Residents


AC Transit proposes to kill us without doing any Environmental Impact Report - Thanks to Ed Walsh for pointing this out to me as I would have totally missed it otherwise.

Apparently, AC Transit is getting bumped from their staging area along Fremont Street and wants to idle their cancer-causing air polluting buses along our residential streets Main, Beale, Bryant, and Harrison - AND take our Residential Parking Permit areas while they're doing so. Wow. This is war, right? They want to kill us, pretty much.


Mar 08, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Weekly Police Report
March 7, 2013


Central Police District
766 Vallejo Street
Capt. Tom
Garret Tom, Captain
Central Station: 415.315-2480
Garret.tom@sfgov.org
NON-EMERGENCY: 553-0123

CENTRAL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER

Captain’s Message
(While Captain Tom is on vacation, Lt. Santos will be filling in for him)

Greetings everyone! This weekend looks to be filled with sunshine and spring-like weather. Many people will be out and about enjoying the many scenic sights that we are blessed with. One event taking place this weekend along the Embarcadero is “Sunday Streets.” Information regarding this event can be found at www.sundaystreetssf.com.


Mar 08, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

If San Francisco Grows By 150,000 People, Where Will Everyone Live?


Story courtesy SocketSite
www.socketsite.com

Courtesy SocketSite

March 5, 2013As we first reported last month, San Francisco is expected to add 190,000 new jobs by the end of 2040, new jobs that will be filled in part by a projected 150,000 new residents by 2035 and for which a projected 92,000 new housing units will be needed, double the existing pipeline of units in development throughout San Francisco as mapped above.


Mar 06, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Come out for Sunday Streets along The Embarcadero


The Embarcadero will be closed to all vehicles and open to all pedestrians from 11 am to 4 pm on Sunday March 10.



Mar 05, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

BCNA Blows It


Norman Doyle
Norman Patrick Doyle
Resident, The Commons

The Barbary Coast Neighborhood Association's Sunday Social on March 3rd drew an overflow crowd of Coasters to the 5A5 Steak Lounge on Jackson Street. Perhaps, like myself, they had come to hear guest speaker John King of the San Francisco Comical who was billed to speak on "the Barbary Coast, the Contentious Waterfront, and the Changing City."
John King
Alas, instead of an energized discussion of the developments on the Embarcadero, we were subjected to a rambling monologue of disparate musings about Pier 70, how the Transamerica Pyramid became an icon, and street life on Valencia.


Mar 04, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Some San Francisco aviation history picked up on the Internet

It was 101 years ago, in January, in San Francisco when a pilot named Eugene Ely invented naval aviation. The Internet provides us with this interesting story about our San Francisco aviation history.




Mar 02, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | 1 Comment

Hooch is back in town!

For those in the Barbary Coast who remember some old days here, you'll be happy to know that Hooch the Hair Dresser is back in town after many years away.


His shop used to be on Jackson Street next to what was then Bon Appetit (now Safeway). So if you're looking for Hooch, you can now find him at his new location called Peninsula Beauty, Building 4 of the Embarcadero Center. Make reservations at contempo.hooch@gmail.com or call him at 415.398.7077




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Weekly Police Report
February 28, 2013


Central Police District
766 Vallejo Street
Capt. Tom
Garret Tom, Captain
Central Station: 415.315-2480
Garret.tom@sfgov.org
NON-EMERGENCY: 553-0123

CENTRAL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER


Captain’s Message
The Chinese New Year’s Parade was a great success. There were an estimated 1.1 million people who came out to the Central District to view the parade. The weather was beautiful as there were clear skies and no rain. There was a group of youth who were arrested for attempting to pickpocket parade watchers on the 100 block of Post Street. Five juveniles were detained one had a pellet gun with the red tip of the barrel blacked out.


Mar 01, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

REMINDER! Don't Miss This!

The BCNA Super Sunday Social
with Presentation By
The Chronicle's Urban Critic
John King

5A5 Steak Lounge
244 Jackson St
Sunday, March 3rd, 2013
4-6 pm
Complimentary Appetizers
Happy Hour Drinks $5.00

John King will address the Barbary Coast, the Contentious Waterfront, and the Changing City.

NO RSVP's required. We look forward to seeing you there!
Sponsored by the Barbary Coast Neighborhood Association
Click Here to Join

Feb 24, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Weekly Police Report
February 21, 2013


Central Police District
766 Vallejo Street
Capt. Tom
Garret Tom, Captain
Central Station: 415.315-2480
Garret.tom@sfgov.org
NON-EMERGENCY: 553-0123

CENTRAL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER


CAPTAIN'S MESSAGE
This weekend will be one of the busiest weekends in the Central District as the conclusion of the Chinese New Year’s two week celebration will cumulate with the Grand Finale, the Chinese New Year’s Parade and Community Fair. The Community Fair along Grant Avenue will bring in close to 500,000 people into Chinatown over the weekend. One of my favorite Chinatown Bands, “Jest Jamin” will be playing at the Community Fair on Saturday at 2:00pm on the stage at Washington and Grant. Jest Jamin is led by lead singer, Reverend Norman Fong. They play oldies and Motown music. This is their 45th year together playing.

Feb 21, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Fun! Fun! Fun!


101 Lombard "Neighbor to Neighbor"
(not official website of 101 Lombard St. Condo Assn.)
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Paula Hewitson, Editor * Marcy Albert, Circulation
www.101LombardSt.com

Started in the 1860's by the Chinese in San Francisco as a means to educate the community about their culture, the Chinese New Years Parade and Festival have grown to be the largest celebration of Asian culture outside of Asia. Parade highlights include elaborate floats, lion dancers, folk dancers, costumed elementary school groups, marching bands, stilt walkers, Chinese acrobats, and a 268 foot long Golden Dragon ("Gum Lung.")


Feb 21, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Weekly Police Report
February 14, 2013


Central Police District
766 Vallejo Street
Capt. Tom
Garret Tom, Captain
Central Station: 415.315-2480
Garret.tom@sfgov.org
NON-EMERGENCY: 553-0123

CENTRAL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER


As I write about this week, on Valentine’s Day, my heart and prayers go out to the murdered police officers and their families in Southern California. Finally, the manhunt for Christopher Dorner is over as he succumbed in a firefight with police in the mountains of Big Bear, California. This suspect and former police officer was truly a domestic terrorist. I wonder how he passed the psychological exam to enter the L.A.P.D.


Feb 14, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Winter 2013 issue - BCNA Record Newsletter
Vol. 7 No. 1

BCNA Record
Barbary Coast Neighborhood Assn.
To Join: www.barbaryneighbors.org/joinup

Can The Embarcadero Handle This Much Traffic?



WATERFRONT GRIDLOCK—Traffic along the Embarcadero already moves at a snail’s pace during many hours of the day. Additional development along this popular thoroughfare will only make things worse, unless public transit options are improved.
For those Barbary Coasters who either drive along the Embarcadero or cross it on foot, the idea of adding traffic from a new Cruise Terminal, an America’s Cup “temporary” concert venue, the new Exploratorium, and a new Warriors Arena at Piers 30-32 must seem like a really bad nightmare.


Feb 14, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

A Billion Dollar Proposal To Rebuild SF’s Two Busiest BART Stations


Story courtesy SocketSite
www.socketsite.com

A third of BART’s daily riders exit or enter the transit system at either the Embarcadero or Montgomery Street stations. With total ridership up six percent over the past year, now averaging 393,000 riders per weekday, BART directors are considering a plan to expand and boost the capacity of the Embarcadero and Montgomery Stations, a plan which would take five years and an estimated $900 million to complete.

No update on plans to connect BART with San Francisco's future Transbay Transit Center.

Feb 12, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Spring Forward
2013 Spring /Summer Fashion Trends

Cathie Hehman
by Cathie Hehman*


This spring we have a number of choices for adding and /or updating our look. Today's woman wants to look chic and modern plus be comfortable. To bring your wardrobe up-to-date check out the newest colors, hottest styles, popular fabrics and accessories. There is something for everyone.

Hot colors this season are greens (mint, emerald green & forest green), pure white, black and white combinations, navy and pale pink.


Feb 11, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Bay Lights as seen from 101 Lombard building


101 Lombard "Neighbor to Neighbor"
(not official website of 101 Lombard St. Condo Assn.)
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Paula Hewitson, Editor * Marcy Albert, Circulation
www.101LombardSt.com

Our neighbor, Kate Mitchell, took this photo of the west span of the Bay Bridge from the 101 rooftop.

The Bay Lights project is an iconic light sculpture designed by internationally renowned artist Leo Villareal.
Courtesy Kate Mitchell


Feb 08, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Weekly Police Report
February 7, 2013


Central Police District
766 Vallejo Street
Capt. Tom
Garret Tom, Captain
Central Station: 415.315-2480
Garret.tom@sfgov.org
NON-EMERGENCY: 553-0123

CENTRAL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER



Captain’s Message
As I am writing this week’s newsletter most of us are mourning the 49er Superbowl loss. Even though we lost, the Niners almost pulled off the biggest comeback in Superbowl history. The silver lining was the crowds in the City and the Central District were very well behaved. There were no major incidents of serious crime during and after the Superbowl.


Feb 07, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Save the Date: Walk to Work Day - Friday, April 12

Walk SF
info@walksf.org
(415) 431-WALK
995 Market Street, Suite 1450
San Francisco, CA 94103


San Francisco Will Be First in Nation to Celebrate!

With its compact geography, mild climate, and diverse neighborhoods, San Francisco is the perfect place to be the first U.S. city to officially celebrate this annual event.


Feb 07, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Sail away on Valentine's Day!

Hornblower Cruises & Events
Pier 3 Hornblower Landing
Dining Cruises: 415.788.7020
Charters: 415.438.8300



Jan 31, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Go, 'Niners!


101 Lombard "Neighbor to Neighbor"
(not official website of 101 Lombard St. Condo Assn.)
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Paula Hewitson, Editor * Marcy Albert, Circulation
www.101LombardSt.com



San Francisco seems to be the center of the universe when it comes to team sports these days.
Super Bowl logo


The Giants won the World Series, the Sharks are off to a great (late) start, even the Warriors are looking good for the first time in years, and America's Cup will play out this summer on our beautiful Bay.

Continue the Golden Age—support our 49ers!


Jan 30, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Weekly Police Report
January 30, 2013


Central Police District
766 Vallejo Street
Capt. Tom
Garret Tom, Captain
Central Station: 415.315-2480
Garret.tom@sfgov.org
NON-EMERGENCY: 553-0123

CENTRAL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER



Greetings, we are planning for the big 49er Celebration this Sunday when the Niners bring back the Superbowl Trophy to San Francisco. Police officers will be in full force this Superbowl Sunday. An extra 200 officers will be deployed to various areas in the city to ensure public safety. Our officers will be available to deploy to any area that has the potential for problems.


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Weekly Police Report
January 23, 2013


Central Police District
766 Vallejo Street
Capt. Tom
Garret Tom, Captain
Central Station: 415.315-2480
Garret.tom@sfgov.org
NON-EMERGENCY: 553-0123

CENTRAL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER



Captain’s Message
On 1/12/2013 at approximately 7:45pm a woman was walking home from a friend’s house on Telegraph Hill by Alta Terrance and Montgomery Streets. The young lady was on the phone with her mother, and as she entered her apartment a man came from behind and forced himself into the woman's apartment. The suspect took several items from the house and then proceeded to sexually assault the woman. The victim's mother could hear screaming from the open phone line and called the police to conduct a well-being check on her daughter.

Jan 24, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Autodesk Slated To Takeover And Makeover Most Of Pier 9


Story courtesy SocketSite
www.socketsite.com


The past September San Francisco’s Port Commission approved a five year lease and $3 million improvement program for Autodesk to renovate and occupy 8,391 square feet on San Francisco’s Pier 9. This week, the lease is slated to be expanded to 27,190 square feet for ten years with a minimum of $7 million in planned improvements.


Jan 14, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Weekly Police Report
January 8, 2013


Central Police District
766 Vallejo Street
Capt. Tom
Garret Tom, Captain
Central Station: 415.315-2480
Garret.tom@sfgov.org
NON-EMERGENCY: 553-0123

CENTRAL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER


Happy New Year! I hope 2013 will be a prosperous year for you. But, to keep it prosperous I would like to take this time to alert our readers to some of the most recent scams that criminals are using to cheat people of their hard earned money.

ATM Scam
There are bad guys who stand behind the ATM machine to look over unsuspecting ATM patron’s shoulders to steal their pin numbers.

Jan 08, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

SF Business Times reports three new Embarcadero restaurants

Date: Monday, December 31, 2012, 1:22pm PST—— In her story "Bay Area's top 5 anticipated restaurants of 2013," reporter Renee Frojo of the San Francisco Business Times lists new eateries soon to appear in the Bay Area.
Photo Credit Keith Seaman
Photo credit Keith Seaman
Three of the five are located along the Embarcadero area:
  • Charles Phan's Hard Water, an oyster and bourdon, "old Southern seafood shack" (Pier 3)

  • Michael Mina's The Company Bar and Kitchen, an Indian-themed restaurant (133 Steuart)

  • Michael Chiarello's Spanish Restaurant, with food from Madrid, Catalonia and the Basque country (Pier 5)


Read the entire story here.

Jan 05, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

SF Village comes to Barbary Coast


San Francisco Village
3575 Geary Blvd
San Francisco, A 94118
415.387.1375
www.sfvillage.org


EDITOR'S NOTE: Most of us don't like to ask for help—especially when we need it! As many Barbary Coasters are aging, the need to stay active, to remain part of our community, and for someone to check on us from time to time is growing. Enter San Francisco Village.
NORTH WATERFRONT

A new neighborhood circle is forming in the North Waterfront area of SF, which includes portions of 94111, 94105 and 94133. The group will meet in the Community Room at Telegraph Landing, 150 Lombard St. on Thursday January 10th at 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. For more information, please contact Martha Nell Beatty at 415-921-1415 or marthanellbeatty@hotmail.com or call the SF Village office at 415-387-1375


To tempt you into learning more about The Village, I've listed below a portion of information from their monthly newsletter. Note that a new neighborhood group is forming in the Barbary Coast.








Jan 04, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Want to know what happens after you flush your toilet?

idil Bereket
Public Relations Officer
ibereket@sfwater.org
P: 415-554-0741 / F: 415-554-3282
www.sfwater.org
525 Golden Gate Ave., 12th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94102


Join us on Saturday, January 12 for a tour of our Oceanside Wastewater Treatment Plant to find out. To sign up, go to sfwater.org/tour or email WTPTours@sfwater.org. Tours are on every 2nd Sat of the month.

Jan 03, 2013 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

As 2012 Ends, So Does Free Sunday Parking In San Francisco


Story courtesy SocketSite
www.socketsite.com


courtesy SocketSite
If you happen to be in San Francisco this weekend, be sure to enjoy the free parking in metered spots this Sunday, it will be your last chance. As of 2013, all meters run by the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency will operate on Sundays from noon to 6 pm, a change which is projected to yield an extra $2 million a year for the Agency.

Dec 31, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

News from our neighbors to the south


Jamie Whitaker, Publisher
Rincon Hill newsletter
www.rinconhillsf.org/

Rincon Hill Neighborhood News


Greetings Neighbors and Friends,

A very happy holidays to you and your loved ones! There are all sorts of things going on that you need to know about in order to be an informed and engaged Rincon Hill resident, but I'm going to leave those on the back burner. Instead, I want to share a list of community non-profits that I would like to ask you to consider for end-of-tax-year donations. I have an obvious bias towards two of them (Rincon Hill Dog Park and the Waterfront Playground), but I encourage you to give to those that speak to your heart and hopes.

Dec 26, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Weekly Police Report
December 25, 2012



Central Police District
766 Vallejo Street
Capt. Tom
Garret Tom, Captain
Central Station: 415.315-2480
Garret.tom@sfgov.org
NON-EMERGENCY: 553-0123

CENTRAL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER

On December 3rd the department suffered the devastating loss of Officer Phillip James Welsh. James was born and raised in San Francisco, and loved the city as much as the people in it.
Phillip Welsh
After graduating from UC Berkley Phil joined the San Francisco Police Department, where he served for more than 18 years. He was always friendly and helpful, and seemed to have extra compassion for those going through a rough time. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his children Caroline, Phillip, and William.


Dec 24, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

A Map Of All Privately-Owned Public Open Spaces And Public Art In SF


Story courtesy SocketSite
www.socketsite.com

Courtesy SocketSite

Privately-Owned Public Open Spaces (POPOS) are publicly accessible spaces in the form of plazas, terraces, atriums and small parks that are maintained by private developers but accessible to all.


Dec 18, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Consider a donation to our Waterfront Playground


Dec 17, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

What's up at the Embarcadero Center this week?

Banana Republic's 12 Days of Joy



Day of Joy #12: We saved the best for last! Stop by Banana Republic in Two Embarcadero Center today for a chance to win one of six Fiat 500 cars or receive 40% off your purchase. Valid in stores only, good luck!

Dec 12, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

MOVIE REVIEW: Lincoln


Norman Doyle
Norman Patrick Doyle
Resident, The Commons

Before I tell you about this movie, I have a confession to make. Over the years I have flip-flopped back and forth on Daniel Day-Lewis's films. I loved "My Left Foot," for which he and my cousin Brenda Fricker won their first Oscars. I really enjoyed "In The Name Of The Father." Other than that, not so enthusiastic. I was a big fan of Spielberg's earlier movies: "Duel," "Jaws," "E.T." After that he seemed to feel that, if he threw enough money at it, the film didn't need meaningful dialog, or intelligent continuity. As for Tony Kushner, all I knew about him was that he had written something called "Angels In America: A Gay Fantasia." Mea culpa, mea culpa, mea maxima culpa.


Dec 08, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | 2 Comments

Holidays at the Financial District Hilton


CONTACT: Wendy Norwood
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
http://news.hilton.com/sffinancialdistrict
+1 415 765 7833
wnorwood@hotelsanfran.com

Cherish the Holidays with a Wintery Feast at
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

SAN FRANCISCO – December 6, 2012 – Hilton San Francisco Financial District invites guests to get in the holiday spirit, and enjoy a Christmas meal in 750 Restaurant & Bar. Savory dishes include Slow Roasted Spice Rubbed Pork Loin with Cranberry Madera Jus, Herb Garlic Charbroiled Chicken, Garlic Rosemary Whipped Potatoes, and a Buche de Noel “Yule Log.” Guests staying in town are welcome to book the Holiday Valet & Stay Package, available December 16, 2012-January 5, 2013. A one-night stay and valet parking (a $60 value) are included in the room rate.


Dec 07, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

A REMINDER!

Join Friends and Neighbors for Another
Fun and Informative BCNA Sunday Social!

This Time At Tosca
242 Columbus Ave.
Sunday, Dec 2nd, 2012 - 4-6 pm
Complimentary Appetizers
$5.00 Well Drinks $2.00 Beers CASH ONLY


Nov 30, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

NEWAG Interested Citizens

Jonathan Stern, Asst. Deputy Director
Waterfront Development
Port of San Francisco, Pier 1
415.274.0545 direct
jonathan.stern@sfport.com


The next meeting of the NORTHEAST WATERFRONT ADVISORY GROUP will be held on Wednesday, December 5, 2012, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Port of San Francisco offices, Pier 1 (The Embarcadero @ Washington Street), in the Bayside Conference Room. The main purpose of this meeting is to provide updates on the status of ongoing construction projects including the Pier 29 post-fire rebuild, the Pier 27 Cruise Terminal and related Pier 27 Public Spaces.


Nov 29, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

This week at the Embarcadero Center

Peninsula Beauty Grand Opening!



Join Peninsula Beauty for Grand Opening events tomorrow, Nov 29, starting with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 10 am! Meet Mitch Stone, "Stylist to the Stars", Enter To Win a Gift Basket, Free Samples & Goody Bags (while supplies last). Peninsula Beauty carries more than 5,000 products and over 200 of your favorite beauty brands. Call for more details 415.373.4088.

Nov 28, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Holiday Spirt at the Hyatt Regency on Market Street


Jamie Whitaker, Publisher
Rincon Hill newsletter
www.rinconhillsf.org/

I always enjoy checking out the holiday decorations on the guest registration floor of the Hyatt Regency at the foot of Market Street each year. Below is a snapshot I took last week at the Hyatt Regency. Hope you had a fun, safe Thanksgiving holiday!


Nov 26, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | 5 Comments

Lace: This Season's Hottest Trend

Cathie Hehman
by Cathie Hehman*

Timeless, Suggestive, Sexy, Flirtatious and Feminine

Since the royal wedding lace is enjoying a comeback.
It's not just for weddings, christenings and lingerie anymore, lace has crept into everyday as well as dressy clothing. Accessory designers have jumped on the lace band wagon too. Handbags trimmed in lace, stilettos, collars and even lace print on eyeglass frames can add a trendy touch to your wardrobe.


Nov 24, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Any Fatheads Out There?


Norman Doyle
Norman Patrick Doyle
Resident, The Commons

In 1975, an eccentric genius named Jeremy Lansman and his partner, Laura Ellen Hopper, bought a moribund FM radio station in Gilroy, California and turned it into KFAT, the most famous (or infamous) country music station in US radio history.

Of course it didn't happen just like that, and the full story is engagingly told in Gilbert Klein's new book "Fat Chance."
He chronicles the staff turnovers, the epic mismanagement, the bounced checks, the unique band of disc jockeys, the eclectic and massive record library. He relates how Lansman relocated the transmitter to Loma Prieta, fiddled with some electronics, and suddenly KFAT could be heard from Marin County to Monterey.


Nov 22, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | 2 Comments

Recycling Thanksgiving turkey grease

Idil Bereket
SF PUC
www.sfwater.org

This holiday season, recycle your used cooking oil. We’ll turn it to biofuel. Most people cook and share meals with friends and family throughout the holidays. That means an increase in leftover used cooking oil. Used cooking oil poured down the drain will clog our sewers, and can cause street flooding—a costly mess to clean up (at $3.5 million a year). To help minimize the amount of grease getting into our sewer system, the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission has partnered with local retailers to enable residents to drop off their used cooking oil. It is then converted to biofuel.

WHAT SFPUC’s SFGreasecycle Continues Popular Used Cooking Oil Recycling Program
WHO Rainbow Grocery, Costco, Whole Foods, Dogpatch Biofuels, Haight Ashbury Neighborhood Council Recycling Center, Household Hazardous Waste Facility

Nov 19, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Piers 30-32 Citizens Advisory Committee Members Call Foul


Story courtesy SocketSite
www.socketsite.com


Let's forget about whether or not the 13 percent rate return the City is proposing to pay the Golden State Warriors (GSW) on their reimbursable rehabilitation expenses for Piers 30-32 makes any sense for a moment. Instead, let’s look at how long it will take the City to repay those reimbursable expenses under the proposed conceptual financial framework which the Mayor has reviewed and endorsed.


Nov 18, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | 1 Comment

Update on traffic issues around The Embarcadero


Nov 18, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Thanksgiving dinner at Financial District Hilton


CONTACT: Wendy Norwood
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
+1 415 765 7833
wnorwood@hotelsanfran.com

Choose from a Cornucopia of Thanksgiving Feasts at
Hilton San Francisco Financial District



SAN FRANCISCO – November 15, 2012 – Hilton San Francisco Financial District invites guests to get in the holiday spirit, and enjoy a Thanksgiving feast in 750 Restaurant & Bar. Savory dishes include Sage Garlic Roasted Turkey, Apple Cranberry Stuffing, Roasted Garlic Rosemary Whipped Potatoes, Giblet Gravy, and Orange Cranberry Relish. Guests staying in town are welcome to book the Thanksgiving Day Hotel Package, available November 21-23, and enjoy a one-night stay, Thanksgiving lunch or dinner for two, and overnight self-parking for one car.


Nov 16, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

UPDATE: Traffic Delays along The Embarcadero

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SF Water Power Sewer
525 Golden Gate Avenue, 13th Floor
T 415.554.3155


Traffic Delays and Detours Update along The Embarcadero Due to Emergency Sewer Work


San Francisco, CA - November 9, 2012 – A contractor for the San Francisco Public Utilities commission (SFPUC) will continue pile driving and associated work for an emergency sewer repair project along The Embarcadero on Friday, November 9, 2012 through Sunday, November 18, 2012. However, there will be no work this Saturday and Sunday.


Nov 10, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

This week at the Embarcadero Center

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Winter Carnival & Building Lighting



Prepare yourself for a holiday spectacular at Embarcadero Center this year! Enjoy a host of fun activities, including cookie decorating, interactive arts and crafts, balloon twisters, caricature artists, musical performances and more at this year's Winter Carnival, taking place on Friday, November 16th from 4:00-6:00pm throughout Embarcadero Center.

Following Winter Carnival, as San Francisco's "Official Kick Off to the Holiday Season," as declared by Willie Brown's Mayoral Proclamation in 2002, Embarcadero Center is brightening this year on Friday, November 16th with the 26th Annual Building Lighting Ceremony. The Ceremony will take place at the Holiday Ice Rink at Embarcadero Center presented by Hawaiian Airlines and will begin at 6:00pm.


Nov 08, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

FUN!
Cabaret Night November 9

San Francisco icon, Donna Sachet, hosts a Cabaret Night with the men from Grace Cathedral's Choir at the historic University Club!

With special guest Amanda King, featuring music from the Great American Songbook. Live and Silent Auction - Appetizers and Wine. Tickets still available

Nov 05, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Traffic Delays and Detours along
The Embarcadero Due to Emergency Sewer Work

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SF Water Power Sewer
525 Golden Gate Avenue, 13th Floor
T 415.554.3155



San Francisco, CA November 2, 2012 – Starting Saturday, November 3, 2012 through Friday, November 9, 2012, a contractor for the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC), will begin pile driving and associated work for an emergency sewer repair project along The Embarcadero.


Only one lane of traffic will be available on the northbound lane of The Embarcadero, between Howard and Washington streets. Traffic detours will be provided, however, motorists should plan to use alternate routes if possible and expect traffic delays in the area.


Nov 02, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Those Who Vote, Skate for Free!

The Holiday Ice Rink at Embarcadero Center & the Hyatt Regency San Francisco Invite you to rock your vote... on ice and on the rocks!

Election Day, November 6, 2012


Courtesy Embarcadero Center
The Holiday Ice Rink at Embarcadero Center presented by Hawaiian Airlines will open one day early and offer free skating admission to anyone who has cast their electoral vote. Guests simply show their ballot receipt (or voter sticker) to receive free admission for a 90 minute skating session. The $9.50 savings is certainly enough to celebrate—but there’s more!

Nov 02, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Weekly Police Report
October 26, 2012


Central Police District
766 Vallejo Street
Capt. Tom
Garret Tom, Captain
Central Station: 415.315-2480
Garret.tom@sfgov.org
NON-EMERGENCY: 553-0123

CENTRAL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER


Greetings! Last weekend I had the pleasure of attending the celebration of Francisco Middle School’s 88th birthday. The ceremony included a presentation and open house. The school, located at 2190 Powell Street, has just completed many long-awaited renovations, and looks beautiful. Francisco School GraduatesKen Lee, a Francisco Middle School graduate, is now the principal. I graduated in 1975. Other alumni attendees included Senator Leland Yee, Board of Education member Norman Lee. Our own supervisor David Chiu was in attendance to give the school a proclamation. They all shared experiences from their time at Francisco School in the audience of a packed gym.

Oct 29, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Learning from Copenhagen’s Bicycling Successes

Renée Dunn Martin, Manager
Media & Public Relations
Port of San Francisco, Pier 1, The Embarcadero
(415) 274-0488
Renee.martin@sfport.com
www.sfport.com


Please join us for a special forum on livable communities, featuring Andreas Rohl, Copenhagen’s esteemed Bicycle Manager. Together, we’ll explore issues of creating more sustainable cities, and learn about the successes and challenges of one of the world’s most bicycle-friendly cities.



Oct 29, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Russian Revelation


Norman Doyle
Norman Patrick Doyle
Resident, The Commons

While cruising from St. Petersburg to Moscow earlier this month, on a trip organized by the Commonwealth Club, we pulled into Goritsy, a fly-speck in Russia's Vologda region (see map).
Russian River trip
From Goritsy we were taken by coach to the nearby small town of Kirillov where we visited the House of Children's Arts and Crafts and the mandatory 14th century monastery.


Oct 11, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | 1 Comment

New Location For Neighborhood Gathering
with Supervisor David Chiu

Join Barbary Coast neighbors and friends for a special get-together hosted by:
· Dan Chen
· Ranee Lan & Jeremy Liew
· Mary Lou Licwinko
· Carol Parlette
· Diana Taylor & Jay Folberg
David Chiu

Sunday, October 7th
3:30pm – 5:30pm
Sue Bierman Park / Embarcadero at Washington Street


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CANCELLED (NEWAG meeting on October 3, 2012)

Jonathan Stern, Asst. Deputy Director
Waterfront Development
Port of San Francisco, Pier 1
415.274.0545 direct
jonathan.stern@sfport.com


MEETING CANCELLED AS OF 10/2/12

The next meeting of the NORTHEAST WATERFRONT ADVISORY GROUP will be held on Wednesday, October 3, 2012, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Port of San Francisco offices, Pier 1 (The Embarcadero @ Washington Street), in the Bayside Conference Room.


Sep 29, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Port Advisory Group members and
Interested Members of the Public

April Shaw
Port of San Francisco
Pier One
San Francisco, CA 94111
415.274.0549
april.shaw@sfport.com

The Port of San Francisco waterfront will be a very busy place during the week of October 1, particularly along The Embarcadero. During the weekend of October 6-7, there will be multiple events taking place, including:
  • America's Cup World Series and Fleet Week,

  • two cruise ship calls; and

  • likely National League West play-off baseball games at AT&T Park.


Sep 29, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

San Francisco Named "America's Best City" By Businessweek In 2012


Story courtesy SocketSite
www.socketsite.com


Ranked by leisure attributes (the number of restaurants, bars, libraries, museums, professional sports teams, and park acres by population); educational attributes (public school performance, the number of colleges, and graduate degree holders), economic factors (2011 income and June and July 2012 unemployment), crime and air quality, Businessweek has named San Francisco America's Best City in 2012.


Sep 26, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

This week at the Embarcadero Center

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Rejuvenate Your Skin Event



Mark Your Calendars for L'OCCITANE en Provence’s Rejuvenate Your Skin Event

When: Thursday, September 27th – Sunday, September 30th
What: Personalized Skincare Consultation and a Signature Mini Facial, that includes gentle exfoliation and a treatment mask
Where: L'OCCITANE in Two Embarcadero Center, Street Level
Call 415.677.9931 to book your appointment today!

Sep 26, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Heads up!


The Goodwill pickup truck will be in our area
on October 6 from 9 am to 2 pm.
Look for their truck on Davis Court.


Sep 24, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

MichaelChabon and Salman Rushdie read from their latest novels

Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author Michael Chabon
Presents Telegraph Avenue


M. Chabon
Pulitzer Prize winner Michael Chabon reads from Telegraph Avenue ($27.99), an exhilarating, big-hearted novel that explores the intertwined lives of two Oakland families, one black and one white. Telegraph Avenue is a world grounded in pop culture—Kung Fu, ’70s Blaxploitation films, vinyl LPs, jazz and soul music—and a bravura epic of friendship, race, and secret histories.


Sep 22, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Fall Shoe Trends 2012

Cathie Hehman
by Cathie Hehman*

Like every category of fashion today everything and / or anything goes in footwear! Heels (every height), flats, sport shoes, sandals, platforms, wedges and boots (all heights). However the challenge is finding comfortable and stylish when we are shopping for shoes.
Missoni loafer


Sep 21, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Weekly Police Report
September 20, 2012


Central Police District
766 Vallejo Street
Capt. Tom
Garret Tom, Captain
Central Station: 415.315-2480
Garret.tom@sfgov.org
NON-EMERGENCY: 553-0123

CENTRAL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER


Captain’s Message
Greetings!
We have several exciting events taking place in the Central in the upcoming months and I would like to invite you all to partake in these joyous festivities! The events range from The Autumn Moon Festival, The Ten Ten Parade, Fleet Week, Italian Heritage Parade, and the Blue Angels to name a few. Please see below for the most up to date information on the upcoming events in the Central.

Sep 20, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

DON'T FORGET: The Symphony at Justin Herman Plaza tomorrow

Free Concert on 9/21!



On Friday, September 21 at 5pm, join the San Francisco Symphony for an afternoon of music, across from the Ferry Building at Justin Herman Plaza in San Francisco’s financial district. Enjoy a program of popular works while relaxing by the bay.

Learn more

Sep 20, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

42nd St Moon presents Of Thee I Sing!


Of Thee I Sing is one of the hottest selling shows in 42nd Street Moon history! Hurry Early Bird discount ends Friday, September 21 and prices will go up!

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"One of the silliest and yet most sublime things on a New York stage.

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This week at the Embarcadero Center

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Holidays in September



Join us on Tuesday, September 25th from 4:30-7:30pm at the Bently Reserve with host Le Meridien San Francisco for an evening of food and drink to inpire your season's event.

Please submit all RSVPs to Helen Han at 415.772.0753 no later than Thursday, September 20th. We hope to see you there!

Sep 19, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

PUBLIC NOTICE

April Shaw
Port of San Francisco
Pier One
San Francisco, CA 94111
415.274.0549
april.shaw@sfport.com


Description and Purpose:
As part of the upgrades for the 34th America's Cup event in 2013, the Port will repair the south apron of Pier 19. Portions of the wooden apron deck will be replaced and approximately 224 new piles will be installed at Pier 19.


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Second Annual Plaza Party
at Golden Gateway Commons II


Norman Doyle
Norman Patrick Doyle
Resident, The Commons

On Sunday, September 16, residents of Golden Gateway Commons II gathered for their second annual get-together on the plaza at 640 Davis Street.


Sep 17, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

San Francisco Water Taxi/Shuttle Services Set For October Launch


Story courtesy SocketSite
www.socketsite.com

September 12, 2012—Five years ago, San Francisco Waterfront Partners built San Francisco’s first water taxi launch at Pier 1½ on the Embarcadero in conjunction with their $55 million rehabilitation of Piers 1½, 3 and 5; a launch for which no water taxi service existed.


Sep 15, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

This week at the Embarcadero Center

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Red & Gold Rally at Noon



Hey 49ers fans! Get ready to rally for your favorite team, right here at Embarcadero Center! To kickoff the 2012 NFL season, the San Francisco 49ers will host a Red and Gold Rally, from 12 noon to 1 p.m. TODAY, in Justin Herman Plaza in San Francisco. The event will also serve as the grand opening of the team’s Shop 49ers retail store, set to operate in Justin Herman Plaza, Monday through Friday throughout the entire football season.

Sep 12, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

New coffee shack open at Hilton in Financial District

Hilton
Wendy Norwood
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
+ 1 415 765 7833
wnorwood@hotelsanfran.com


SAN FRANCISCO – September 11, 2012 – The Hilton San Francisco Financial District is pleased to announce the opening of The Coffee Shack. Parked permanently in Hilton San Francisco Financial District’s front drive and one block away from the Pyramid, The Coffee Shack features much more than coffee.

Patrons can start their day with coffee for a buck. Food selections feature a savory breakfast burrito and a build-your-own bratwurst or hot dog for lunch.
The Coffee Shack is open from 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Located on the corner of Kearny and Washington. The Coffee Shack grand opening on September 13 is free to attend and open to the public.



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News from Walk SF

WalkSF
info@walksf.org
(415) 431-WALK
995 Market Street, Suite 1450


Volunteer at Peak2Peak this Saturday

Can't join us for the 14-mile walk, but don't want to miss all the fun? Be part of this glorious day as a volunteer. Help make this the best Peak2Peak yet!
Elizabeth_Stephanie



Sep 11, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

HIDING IN PLAIN SIGHT

EDITOR'S NOTE: With royalty checks starting to come in, Cathy Fiorello, our local Barbary Coaster, can now officially call herself an author. She shares with you this excerpt from her new book, "Al Capone Had a Lovely Mother."


Cathy Forello
Cathy Fiorello, resident
The Gateway

Ever since my plane landed in San Francisco several years ago delivering me to my new home, I’ve been pleasantly overwhelmed with the quality of life here. People have been kind and helpful and just as I was thinking some of that “nice” had rubbed off on me, I found myself reverting to the unfriendly New Yorker I thought I had left behind. The reason: like every second San Franciscan I met, I, too, was writing a book.




Sep 08, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Work begins on Pier 19

Jonathan Stern, Asst. Deputy Director
Waterfront Development
Port of San Francisco, Pier 1
415.274.0545 direct
jonathan.stern@sfport.com


Dear NEWAG and Northeast Wharf Plaza interested citizens:

Next week, September 4 - 7, 2012, the Port of San Francisco maintenance crews will start gearing up for the Repair of Pier 19 South Apron. This project will allow the use of the Pier 19 shed and the Pier 19/17 water basin for America's Cup activities in 2013.



Sep 01, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

September 29 see "Midnight in Paris" in Washington Square

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Midnight in Paris: Film Night in the Park presents Woody Allen's romantic comedy "Midnight in Paris" with an outdoor screening at Washington Square Park in San Francisco on Saturday, Sept. 29. Stock photo
Film Night in the Park presents "Midnight in Paris"
at Washington Square Park in San Francisco

Film Night in the Park (a project of A.P.P.L.E. FamilyWorks) presents

WHAT: "Midnight in Paris"


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What's going on at the Embarcadero Center this week?

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Godiva Friends & Family



Shop Godiva Chocolatier's Friends, Family & Fans Event, August 31st through September 4th, and enjoy 20% off your purchase.

*Present this email to a Godiva Chocolatier Sales Associate at the time of purchase. Offer valid August 31 - September 4, 2012 only. Offer includes sale items. Store associates use code: 0101.

Aug 29, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

News from our SOMA neighbors


Jamie Whitaker, Publisher
Rincon Hill newsletter
www.rinconhillsf.org/

Dear Neighbors and Friends,

Thanks for reading my neighborhood news e-mails. My first goal with these e-mails and the www.RinconHillSF.org website and so on is sharing the information that I learn about what's going on in our neighborhood from reading news, attending meetings, and communicating with you! My second goal is to encourage folks to get involved and help to shape this exciting corner of South of Market. I believe that next to the Transbay Transit Center project, the Golden State Warriors Arena (Piers 30-32) project will have a dramatic effect on the Rincon Hill neighborhood.


Aug 23, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

What's special at the Embarcadero Center this week?

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Donate Blood, Be a Hero


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The donor coach will be located on Front Street between One and Two Embarcadero Center. Interested blood donors can sign up for appointments on-line at https://www.bloodheroes.com/index.cfm, enter embarcadero as the sponsor code.


Aug 22, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Film Night in Dolores Park September 15


The Graduate. Pictured is (L to R) Anne Bancroft as Mrs. Robinson and Dustin Hoffman as Benjamin Braddock in the seduction scene from the ground-breaking 1967 film "The Graduate." Film Night in the Park screens the film outdoors at Dolores Park on Sept. 15. Stock photo

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Partytime Reminder!

Barbary Coast Neighborhood Association
www.barbaryneighbors.org
550 Davis St., Apt 25
San Francisco, California 94111

You Are Cordially Invited
To Another Fun
BCNA Sunday Social!

This Time At Barrique
461 Pacific Avenue
Sunday, August 19, 2012
4-6 pm
Discount Drinks, Complimentary Appetizers

NO RSVP's required. We look forward to seeing you there! Sponsored by the Barbary Coast Neighborhood Association.

Click Here to Join BCNA

Aug 16, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Know somebody?


Bill Sauro
William H. Sauro
Immediate Past President,
Barbary Coast Neighborhood Assn
Managing Member,
Friends of the Waterfront Playground, LLC
E-mail: wm@sauro.com


You might know that the Barbary Coast Neighborhood Association is a strong proponent of expanding children's services in our area, and we've been working for over two years to get a badly needed Playground built in Sue Bierman Park.
For more background information, please see our Waterfront Playground website.


We are now beginning a major fundraising drive and are hoping that you could help us with our corporate networking. In today's business world, donations to things like our Playground must be requested from employees of the corporation.


Aug 15, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Watch the fun aboard a Hornblower yacht!

Hornblower Cruises & Events
Pier 3 Hornblower Landing
San Francisco, CA 94111


Book your cruise here!

Aug 13, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Plans For Pier 19 To Become A Chinese Business Outpost


Story courtesy SocketSite
www.socketsite.com

Courtesy SocketSite

With China Development Bank (CDB) nearing a deal to provide the capital to kick-start the development of Hunters Point and Treasure Island, China's Vantone Holdings Co. is now in early talks with the City about plans to develop San Francisco's 206,000-square-foot Pier 19 "into space for Chinese companies seeking to do business in the United States."

Aug 11, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Where did it go?

Connie Hazel, Publisher
The Barbary Coast News
Connie Hazel
www.barbcoast.com

While sipping coffee the other day at a local hangout, a friend stopped by to chat. The conversation turned to our website, The Barbary Coast News. “What happened to that story about Cathy Fiorello’s new book?" she threatened. "It’s gone…I can’t find it!” Dumbfounded, it had never occurred to me that some of our readers don't know how to find stories once they fall off the front page.

Living in the NeverNeverLand of Missing Stories
As you’ve probably noticed, only about 10 stories appear on the Home Page of BC News—the latest story on top, and the rest following in order of the date posted.

Aug 11, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | 2 Comments

Weekly Police Report
August 9, 2012


Central Police District
766 Vallejo Street
Capt. Tom
Garret Tom, Captain
Central Station: 415.315-2480
Garret.tom@sfgov.org
NON-EMERGENCY: 553-0123

CENTRAL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER


Captain’s Message
Greetings!
As Captain of the Central Police District, I am very proud of the work done by the Officers at Central Station. The duties they perform are extremely important in keeping this neighborhood safe. However, all this could not be accomplished without the continued support of our residents and business community. We do our very best to be where we are needed, and you are the eyes and ears of this corner of the City. Your attention to fight and abate crime is instrumental to the statistical success. We hope we can continue to work together to keep our Central District streets safe and family friendly.


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What's special at the Embarcadero Center this week?

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Gap Exclusive Presale



You’re certainly our friend, so join us at Gap TODAY, August 8th for an exclusive pre-sale friends & family event and receive an opportunity to shop before everyone else! Everything in the store will be an additional 30% off!* Visit Gap in Three Embarcadero Center from 10am-7pm.

*Select Styles. Certain restrictions apply. See store associate for details.

Aug 08, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

America's Cup 34 World Series Transit Guide


Jamie Whitaker, Publisher
Rincon Hill newsletter
www.rinconhillsf.org/

The SFMTA has put together a handy transportation guide for folks coming into San Francisco on the weekends of the AC 34 World Series boat races on San Francisco Bay. The weekends are August 25-26 and October 6-7.



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Make your thoughts known
The future of transit in SF

Howard Wong, AIA
Founding Member
www.SaveMuni.com

SAVEMUNI.COM FORUM
THE FUTURE OF TRANSIT IN SAN FRANCISCO
SATURDAY, AUGUST 18, 2012, 10:30 AM TO 4:00 PM
At the Koret Auditorium, Main Library, 100 Larkin Street, S.F.


Dear Friend of Transit in San Francisco:

I would like to personally invite you to attend SaveMuni.com’s Forum on the Future of Transit in San Francisco—on Saturday, August 18 at the Koret Auditorium in the Main Library. Forum Registration starts at 10:00 am. Program begins at 10:30 am and will finish up at 4:00 pm.


Aug 06, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

What’s up for Fall 2012?

Cathie Hehman
by Cathie Hehman*


Fall is just around the corner, a time to go for a new look. We women are learning that buying clothes that work for more than one season is a great way to stretch our fashion dollars.
Armani outfit with peplum
So before you go shopping for your fall wardrobe "shop your closet!" Some things are more trendy than others every season (platform heels, peplums, etc.). The good news is that trends seem to have longer lives these days.


Aug 05, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Partytime!

Barbary Coast Neighborhood Association
www.barbaryneighbors.org
550 Davis St., Apt 25
San Francisco, California 94111

You Are Cordially Invited
To Another Fun
BCNA Sunday Social!

Aug 02, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Register for Peak to Peak now!

Walk San Francisco
info@walksf.org
(415-) 431-WALK
995 Market Street, Suite 1450
San Francisco, CA 94103

Peak2Peak 2012
Saturday, September 15
14 miles. 10 peaks. Not your ordinary walk in the park.

Peak2Peak is a full-day guided walk that offers you a whole new way to experience San Francisco. REGISTER NOW



Aug 01, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Weekly Police Report
July 30, 2012


Central Police District
766 Vallejo Street
Capt. Tom
Garret Tom, Captain
Central Station: 415.315-2480
Garret.tom@sfgov.org
NON-EMERGENCY: 553-0123

CENTRAL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER


Captain’s Message
First and Foremost I would like to apologize for the late submission of our newsletter. There was a glitch with our email server and we had to undergo some maintenance work. Sorry for the inconvenience this might have caused.


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Film Night in the Park presents
"After the Thin Man"

Film Night in the Park presents "After the Thin Man" in Union Square on August 25. This film is a sequel to the popular series film on location in San Francisco in 1936.
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"After the Thin Man" starred Myrna Loy and William Powell as Mr. and Mrs. Nick Charles in this 1936 detective comedy, filmed in San Francisco. Stock photo

WHO: Film Night in the Park (a project of A.P.P.L.E. FamilyWorks) presents

WHAT: "After the Thin Man"


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Entertainment Review:
My Fair Lady


Norman Doyle
Norman Patrick Doyle
Resident, The Commons

San Francisco Playhouse reinvents this classic Broadway musical as a sexy new production. By stripping the show to its core, the power, brilliance, and humor of the original pour forth with new life.


Performed by a brilliant cast of eleven, with two pianos, this version of My Fair Lady will desanitize your preconceptions of the gritty London of 1912.


Jul 29, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | 1 Comment

Cathy Fiorello finishes her book!
Finally. At last.

Connie Hazel, Publisher
The Barbary Coast News
www.barbcoast.com


For a headline on this story I toyed with “Local Girl Makes Good—Again,” or “Buy it Now!” or “Rush on Down to Get One While You Can” but decided on something more subdued.
But in truth the story is: Finally, this Barbary Coast girl did make very good, and you should rush on over to Book Passages inside the Ferry Building to get a copy of her new book, Al Capone had a lovely mother.


Jul 28, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | 2 Comments

What's special at the Embarcadero Center this week?

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CBS Buzz Tour!

Stop by The Plaza at Four Embarcadero Center (adjacent to LOFT and Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf) for giveaways, a meet and greet with Alex Boylan ("The Amazing Race") and Burton Roberts ("Survivor: Pearl Islands"), and a photo experience!

Follow the fun from anywhere, thanks to companion on-the-road “Inside Buzz” webisodes, social media posts and contests produced by Boylan and Roberts. The “CBS Buzz Tour”-related schedules and content – including an interactive map with video and slide shows of each stop and links to corresponding social accounts – will be accessible via www.cbs.com/buzz.


Jul 27, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Some tidbits of interest from our SOMA neighbors


Jamie Whitaker, Publisher
Rincon Hill newsletter
www.rinconhillsf.org/

Have you noticed the crosswalk signals along The Embarcadero have been re-programmed to give pedestrians a lot more time to get completely across? Instead of 12 ticks (they're not quite seconds of time you see counting down), there are now something like 31 ticks ... and that's after a longer crossing signal. The SFMTA had to do a significant analysis to make sure the metro trains, F-Market streetcar, and regular traffic didn't get harmed by the increased pedestrian crossing times, but they finally figured things out and made the programming change to the crosswalk signals this past weekend.


Jul 27, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

When Was the Last Time You Visited:
BASK RESTAURANT

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Cathy Fiorello, resident
The Gateway


Never? Neither had I—it’s only been open three months; word hasn’t gotten out yet. I hope to do something about that because Bask has all the basic ingredients for a successful neighborhood hangout: The food is imaginative and good, the prices are reasonable; the ambience and service are warm and welcoming.
And it’s within walking distance for Barbary Coasters and your out-of-town visitors—there’s more to entertaining than Kokkari and Boulevard. Bask is San Francisco casual at its best.



Jul 27, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | 2 Comments

Film Night in Dolores Park on August 4

Film Night in the Park presents "Sixteen Candles" at Dolores Park


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Film Night in the Park sets up the big screen at Dolores Park for an outdoor presentation of the quintessential 1980's comedy of age comedy "Sixteen Candles," featuring Molly Ringwald and Anthony Michael Hall. Stock photo

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Weekly Police Report
July 19, 2012


Central Police District
766 Vallejo Street
Capt. Tom
Garret Tom, Captain
Central Station: 415.315-2480
Garret.tom@sfgov.org
NON-EMERGENCY: 553-0123

CENTRAL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER


Captain’s Message
On Wednesday, July 19th we had an officer involved shooting. Two employees at the TCHO Chocolate Factory located at Pier 17 were involved in an altercation. One employee suspect slashed the other employee with a box cutter. The victim suffered a deep cut in the arm. The victim/employee still managed to chase after the suspect along the Embarcadero after being slashed and the chase ended up at the intersection of Washington and Davis Streets.

Jul 23, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

101 Lombard neighbors visit new cruise terminal


101 Lombard "Neighbor to Neighbor"
(not official website of 101 Lombard St. Condo Assn.)
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Paula Hewitson, Editor * Marcy Albert, Circulation
www.101LombardSt.com

San Francisco's long-awaited cruise terminal at Pier 27 "topped out" Wednesday as workers put the final steel girder in place. The girder was topped with an American flag and the traditional evergreen tree and signed not only by the workers, the mayor, city and port officials, but also by a large contingent of 101 Neighbors!


Jul 20, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Circus Bella at Mission Creek Park this Saturday!


Jamie Whitaker, Publisher
Rincon Hill newsletter
www.rinconhillsf.org/


Circus Bella will perform at Mission Creek Park this Saturday, July 14th at 1 p.m. sharp. Round up the kids or just the kids at heart to head over to 4th and Channel Streets. Look for signage to guide you to the right spot within Mission Creek Park for the performance.

Jul 13, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

SFPD talks with Parc Telegraph and
101 Lombard building residents


101 Lombard "Neighbor to Neighbor"
(not official website of 101 Lombard St. Condo Assn.)
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Paula Hewitson, Editor * Marcy Albert, Circulation
www.101LombardSt.com


Tuesday June 26 at Parc Telegraph Community Room-Capt. Lazar of the SFPD spoke on the topic of security and emergency response during the America's Cup event period.


Jun 30, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

MADE IN AMERICA:
With Starbucks’ Help

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Cathy Fiorello, resident
The Gateway

When Starbucks takes over yet another corner in yet another neighborhood, a communal groan can be heard all over town—soon to grow louder as the King of Coffee extends its imprint to the 20 Boulange cafes in the Bay Area.
We are Indivisible
America is about opportunity.
About liberty and justice.
About a job for every woman and
man who wants one.
-- The Starbucks Creed
When I heard of this takeover of one of my favorite retreats, my initial reaction was, “Oh, no!” One of the reasons I go to Boulange is to avoid another cup of Starbucks.

Jun 29, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Weekly Specials at Embarcadero Center

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Hottest Trends in Health, Fitness & Nutrition

Join us this Thursday, June 28th for a panel discussion on the Hottest Trends in Health, Fitness & Nutrition. Ask a panel of leading health professionals about current hot topics like TRX vs. Crossfit vs. P90X and myths and facts about carbs, exercise, and weight loss. Space is limited, so please RSVP with Barbara Mendoza at 415.772.0731 or email bmendoza@bostonproperties.com in advance to ensure your spot.

* The panel will take place from 12:00pm-1:00pm, so be sure pack a healthy lunch.
*Space is limited. Seating is only guaranteed with RSVP.


Jun 27, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Statement on Fire at Pier 29

Media Contact: Renée Dunn Martin
(415) 274-0488
Email: Renee.martin@sfport.com

June 21, 2012--The Port of San Francisco is saddened by yesterday’s fire at the historic Pier 29. Fortunately, no one was injured and thanks to the quick response of the San Francisco Fire Department, the 4-alarm fire was contained in about two hours and damage was limited to the bulkhead portion of the building fronting on the Embarcadero and the roof.

Rendering of Piers 27-29 for America's Cup


Jun 21, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Celebrate 4th of July with a scenic Hornblower cruise!


Hornblower Cruises & Events,
Pier 3 Hornblower Landing,
San Francisco, CA 94111
DINING CRUISES 415.788.7020


BOOK IT!

Jun 21, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Fire on Pier 29 as seen from 101 Lombard building



101 Lombard "Neighbor to Neighbor"
(not official website of 101 Lombard St. Condo Assn.)
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Paula Hewitson, Editor * Marcy Albert, Circulation
www.101LombardSt.com
Pier 29 fire as seen from the roof of our west building. (Thanks, Marcy)

Jun 20, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Weekly specials at Embarcadero Center



Club One Open House Today!

Join Club One at Embarcadero Center TODAY for an all-day summer celebration, featuring complimentary treats, workouts and activities, all designed to help you commit to being healthy and living life to its fullest.

Guest admission is complimentary all day. Starting at 7am, come early to receive a delicious Peet's Coffee & Tea Simply Oatmeal to go. Try their new Baridi Iced Coffee and receive a coupon for $1 off your next beverage.* Then join the fun for Club One's Summer Party from 11am-2pm!

*While supplies last. Limit one per person. No cash value. No rain checks. Restrictions apply. Call 415.529.4990 for details.


Jun 20, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Chiu proposes new water ordinance

NEWS ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
1155 Market Street, 11th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94103
T 415.554.3289
F 415.554.3282
TTY 415.554.3488


Board of Supervisors President David Chiu to Propose
New Ordinance to Advance On-site Water Reuse
Legislation Would Provide Clear Pathway to Help New Developments Further
Reduce Water Use with Alternate Water Sources


San Francisco, CA June 18, 2012– Board of Supervisors President David Chiu will announce new legislation to advance on-site water reuse in new, large scale commercial, mixed-use, and multi-family residential developments in the City and County of San Francisco on Tuesday.


Jun 18, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Son of one of our own Escapes from Alcatraz!


101 Lombard "Neighbor to Neighbor"
(not official website of 101 Lombard St. Condo Assn.)
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Paula Hewitson, Editor * Marcy Albert, Circulation
www.101LombardSt.com

Tri-athlete David Whittall, Jr competed in the Escape from Alcatraz Race this past Sunday, June 10. Parents, David, Sr. and Annie, our 101 neighbors, shared his photo and some of David's remarks.
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Tri-Athlete David Whittall, Jr.


"... I raced with a friend who is a triathalon coach and four others. Our team trained together a few times but on Sunday afternoon after we had finished the event, we had a magic feeling that we had come together and done something very worthwhile. The money we raised will go a long way for someone who needs a sports wheelchair, a handcycle, a mono ski or a sports prosthetic.


Jun 14, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Consider Father's Day brunch at the Hilton

CONTACT:
Wendy Norwood
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
750 Kearny Street
Telephone: 415.765.7833
wnorwood@hotelsanfran.com

Hilton San Francisco Financial District


Father’s Day BBQ Brunch Buffet at
750 Restaurant & Bar



SAN FRANCISCO – June 6, 2012 – Treat Dad to our finger-lickin’ Father’s Day BBQ Brunch on Sunday, June 17. The Father’s Day menu, designed by 750 Restaurant & Bar Executive Chef Stephen Lombardi, will bring your pop, grandpa, father-in-law, and godfather all tears of joy!


Jun 12, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

NEWAG Agenda includes consideration of Teatro ZinZanni


Jonathan Stern, Asst. Deputy Director
Waterfront Development
Port of San Francisco, Pier 1
415.274.0545 direct
415.544.1746 fax
jonathan.stern@sfport.com

PORT OF SAN FRANCISCO
NORTHEAST WATERFRONT ADVISORY GROUP
PUBLIC NOTICE AND TENTATIVE AGENDA

Wednesday, June 13, 2012
5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Port of San Francisco offices located at Pier 1, Embarcadero at Washington Street
Bayside 1 Conference Room

Jun 11, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Film Night in the Park presents "The Artist" in Union Square

Media contact:
Kim Taylor, Publicist
415-897-7772
KimTaylorpr@aol.com


San Francisco's Union Square is the setting for Film Night in the Park's outdoor screening of "The Artist" at 8 p.m. Saturday, July 14.

WHO: Film Night in the Park (a project of A.P.P.L.E. FamilyWorks) presents
WHAT: "The Artist"


Jun 09, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Meet us at 5A5 SteakLounge on Sunday!


William H. Sauro, President
Barbary Coast Neighborhood Assn.
E-mail: wm@sauro.com

Just a quick reminder that the 2012 Annual Meeting of the Barbary Coast Neighborhood Association will be held tomorrow, Sunday, June 10, 2012.Please join us at 5A5 SteakLounge, 244 Jackson Street for the meeting and party starting at 4 pm.

Guest of honor Supervisor David Chiu will speak, and we will be electing our 2012-2013 Board of Directors. Drinks and appetizers will be provided free, compliments of Steve Chen and 5A5 SteakLounge.

See you there!

Jun 09, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

50 residents of 101 Lombard kick off summer with barbeque


101 Lombard "Neighbor to Neighbor"
(not official website of 101 Lombard St. Condo Assn.)
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Paula Hewitson, Editor * Marcy Albert, Circulation
www.101LombardSt.com

Salmon BBQ


More than 50 neighbors gathered to kick-off the summer with a BBQ at the plaza patio/east community room on Saturday, June 2.
Buffet line
Thanks to Linda Davis and the social committee: Diane Kretschmer, Emily DiLaura, Barbara Boyle, and Paula Hewitson. Marcy and David sourced the salmon and prepared it. Chauncey, David, and Rusty manned the grill and did the set-up.

Jun 07, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Weekly specials at Embarcadero Center

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30% off Select Styles at Gap

Visit Gap in Three Embarcadero Center and enjoy 30% off select women's, body, & men's styles.*
*For a limited time only. See store for details.



Jun 07, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

One Ship, Three Rivers, Six Countries
April 27th - May 15th 2012


Norman Doyle
Norman Patrick Doyle
Resident, The Commons

The ship is the Idun, one of the newest vessels in Viking's river cruise fleet. The new ships are named after Norse gods; Idun is the goddess of Spring (how very appropriate). It is a beautiful craft, 443 feet long and just narrow enough to squeeze through the locks.


Jun 05, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | 1 Comment

Demolition on the new
cruise terminal at Pier 27

John Doll
Development Project Manager
Port of San Francisco
Pier 1, SF, CA 94111
415-274-0639


For Pier 27 cruise terminal construction updates: www.sfdpw.org/cruiseshipterminal

Jun 05, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Two events of interest from Walk SF


Walk San Francisco
info@walksf.org
(415-) 431-WALK
995 Market Street, Suite 1450

Discover hidden gardens in SOMA and enjoy an optional outdoor wine-tasting on our "Mean Streets, Green Streets" walk next Sunday, June 16—RSVP now!


Jun 05, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | 1 Comment

Film Night in Dolores Park June 16

Media contact:
Kim Taylor, Publicist
415-897-7772
KimTaylorpr@aol.com

Film Night in the Park presents
"Mamma Mia!" at Dolores Park



WHO: Film Night in the Park (a project of A.P.P.L.E. FamilyWorks) presents
WHAT: "Mamma Mia!"


Jun 02, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

ENTERTAINMENT REVIEW:
A Behanding in Spokane


Norman Doyle
Norman Patrick Doyle
Resident, The Commons

OK, here's what this play is about: there's this guy Carmichael who has spent 27 years searching for his left hand which was chopped off in an encounter at the railroad tracks with some hillbillies (or was it?). There's this young couple, a black guy named Toby and his blonde girlfriend Marilyn, who meet Carmichael in a hotel room in Spokane in the hopes of selling him back his hand (or is it?).
And then there's Mervyn, the hotel receptionist who should introduce some sanity into the proceedings, but doesn't.


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Weekly Specials at Embarcadero Center
May 31, 2012

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L'Occitane Mini Facials

Enjoy a signature Mini Facial on Thursday, May 31st, compliments of L’Occitane in Two Embarcadero Center.
Call 415.677.9931 to book your appointment today! BOGO at GNC!

May 31, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

WDAC Meeting June 11, 2012

April T. Shaw
Port of San Francisco
Pier One
415.274.0549
april.shaw@sfport.com


Meeting Notice
Waterfront Design Advisory Committee


DATE: Monday, June 11, 2012
TIME: 6:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Port of San Francisco offices, Pier 1 (Embarcadero @ Washington), Bayside Conference Room
AGENDA

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They remembered
We remember


101 Lombard "Neighbor to Neighbor"
(not official website of 101 Lombard St. Condo Assn.)
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Paula Hewitson, Editor * Marcy Albert, Circulation
www.101LombardSt.com

Marv Pheffer [resident of 101 Lombard building] has just returned from the second-most memorable journey of his life. In mid-May, Marv made a trip to South Korea sponsored by the U.S. government.

May 28, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

When Was the Last Time You Visited:
THE SWEDENBORGIAN CHURCH


Cathy Fiorello*, resident
The Gateway


Did you say, “Never?” Well, I’d never been there, either, but a thread of a conversation in which the church was mentioned sparked my imagination and sent me to Presidio Heights to see it for myself.

It was another of the glorious Sundays, weather-wise, that we’ve been graced with recently. It was also my husband’s birthday and I thought, what better way to celebrate than to take him to a place he didn’t want to go, and follow that up with a birthday brunch at a restaurant he’d never heard of. We boarded the California One bus, I was certain that we were about to discover something fabulous; he just as certain that we had embarked on another of my follies.


May 28, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Attention voting Members of BCNA


William H. Sauro, President
Barbary Coast Neighborhood Association
Home Phone: (415) 226-0400
Cell Phone: (415) 845-6877
Email: wm@sauro.com
www.barbaryneighbors.org


Thanks for your continued support of our neighborhood advocacy organization. The 2012 Annual Meeting of the BCNA will be held as follows:

Sunday, June 10, 2012 at 4 pm
At 5A5 SteakLounge
244 Jackson Street



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Film Night in the Park
celebrates 21st anniversary

Media contact:
Kim Taylor, Publicist
415-897-7772
KimTaylorpr@aol.com

Photo by Tom Boss

Pictured is a Film Night in the Park screening event from 2011 at Creek Park in San Anselmo, one of the many community park locations where Film Night in the Park presents its outdoor film festival. Photo by Tom Boss

Film Night in the Park celebrates its 21st anniversary continuing its summertime tradition presenting favorite films in community parks in Marin County and San Francisco.

In 2012 Film Night in the Park presents crowd pleasing selections of movie classics, cult favorites, family films, recently released box office favorites including "The Hunger Games" and "The Artist," winner of the 2012 Academy Award for Best Picture.


May 25, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

The Circus Comes (Back) To Town!


Norman Doyle
Norman Patrick Doyle
Resident, The Commons

On Tuesday May 22 some 30-or-so residents of Golden Gateway Commons and their neighbors attended a meeting about the relocation of Teatro Zinzanni to the corner of Broadway and Embarcadero.


May 25, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Weekly Police Report
May 24, 2012


Central Police District
Stephen A. Tacchini, Captain
Central Station: 415.315-2480
stephen.tacchini@sfgov.org
NON-EMERGENCY: 553-0123

CENTRAL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER


Captain’s Message
I want to wish everyone a safe and festive weekend. When traveling this weekend I implore everyone to use good judgement and have a designated driver. If traveling within San Francisco city limits Muni (sfmta.com) and taxi services are always a good alternative to driving.


May 25, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

The Pets of 101 Lombard


101 Lombard "Neighbor to Neighbor"
(not official website of 101 Lombard St. Condo Assn.)
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Paula Hewitson, Editor * Marcy Albert, Circulation
www.101LombardSt.com


Bill and Lisa with Missy


May 21, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Summer Fashion Update

Cathie Hehman
by Cathie Hehman*


Water-, Sand- and Sea-Inspired Fashions


Summer is just around the corner and one of this spring and summer's strongest themes is the sea. Designers have explored the secret kingdom under water for inspiration.
Mary Katrantzou
Dress by Mary Katrantzou


Sea shapes and sea colors are in abundance in spring and summer fashion collections. Designers are using coral, sea shells, seaweed, anemones, barnacles, shark teeth and more in their designs and/or fabrics for fashions. Designer Mary Katrantzou has used tropical fish scenes and beautiful blues and greens in her spring/summer line.


May 20, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Weekly Specials at the Embarcadero Center

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Winemaker Party

On select Wednesday evenings throughtout the year, Blanc et Rouge hosts dynamic, engaging winemakers to serve their exquisite wines. Visit Blanc et Rouge TODAY after work for a taste of Donum Estate and nibble on cheese and charcuterie and passed croque monsieur sandwiches, all for just $20.

Click here to learn more about Donum Estate. Fashion Show


May 16, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

8 Washington Watch: Development Approved!


Story courtesy SocketSite
www.socketsite.com


In just under an hour at 4pm, [Tuesday, May 15, 2012] San Francisco’s Board of Supervisors is scheduled to hear the appeals and either uphold or overturn the Planning Commission’s approvals for the 8 Washington Street development. Feel free to plug in and comment during the hearings.

Bonus points for breaking the Board's news as well as best quotes.

UPDATE: A plugged-in Steven Aiello reports at 12:58AM:



May 16, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Internet's new mapping app uses Barbary Coast to illustrate its abilities

Theo Armour, resident
The Gateway


It appears Apple Computer is planning to implement a new mapping application for its phones and tablets. The Internet is abuzz with descriptions of a product that will "Blow Your Head Off."
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Image made using computer-generated, photorealistic 3-D mapping.



May 14, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

MEETING WITH TEATRO ZINZANNI

An Opportunity For the Owners and Residents of
Golden Gateway Commons I, II and III
To Meet With the Teatro ZinZanni Project Team


When:


6:30 pm, Tuesday, May 22

Where:


160 Pacific Avenue (GGC III) – Arden’s offices on the 2nd floor. (Take either the elevator or stairs to the 2nd floor, and follow the Arden sign to the area overlooking the corner of Davis and Broadway.)


May 09, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Mother's Day Brunch at the Hilton

NEWS RELEASE
Wendy Norwood, Marketing Manager
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
+ 1 415 765 7833
wnorwood@hotelsanfran.com

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet at 750 Restaurant & Bar


SAN FRANCISCO – April 27, 2012 – Show Mom how special she is by treating her to the Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet at Hilton San Francisco Financial District on Sunday, May 13.



May 08, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Get 25% off 42nd Street Moon's production of Zorba!


Tonight's SUPERMOON is turning us all into Lunatics!
Get 25% off tickets for Wed, Thurs, Friday or Saturday Matinee of ZORBA next week only (May 9-12). But hurry, this offer expires on Tuesday May 8!**
Use the code SUPERMOON

May 06, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Mother's Day Cruises
SUNDAY, MAY 13, 2012


Hornblower Cruises & Events,
Pier 3 Hornblower Landing,
San Francisco, CA 94111
DINING CRUISES 415.788.7020

Photo courtesy Hornblower Yachts

Cruise with Mom this Mother’s Day! The Champagne Brunch Cruise includes live entertainment, free-flowing champagne, a fabulous brunch spread, and incredible Bay views; two cruising times available! If you’d like to go out a little later in the day we’re also offering a Mother’s Day Dinner Cruise featuring gourmet food, live entertainment and spectacular evening views.
http://www.hornblower.com/hce/port/category/sf+mothersday

May 04, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

School Days

Going into a classroom of third and fourth graders is nothing new for retired educator Maria Vezzetti Matson—she’s taught grade school children for 30 years. But in April this year, Matson flew from her home in The Commons to her birthplace in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula to hold a one-on-one, hands-on teaching event for children using as study material her newly published regional history/biography, Gelsomina’s Story of Caesar Lucchesi.


May 01, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | 2 Comments

MESSAGE FROM MARCY


101 Lombard "Neighbor to Neighbor"
(not official website of 101 Lombard St. Condo Assn.)
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Paula Hewitson, Editor * Marcy Albert, Circulation
www.101LombardSt.com

I heard a presentation last night by the developer of The Bay Lights project. It's a proposed art installation by Leo Villareal that will put 25,000 LEDs on the western span of the Bay Bridge—viewable from the City's Northeast side (us!) from dusk to midnight for two years.

They are fund-raising for it now and have a $3 million matching grant. So if you think it's a worthwhile effort, now's a good time to make a donation.

Take a look at the artist's rendering of the project, and pass this on to anyone else who may be interested: www.thebaylights.org

May 01, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

When Was the Last Time You Visited:
THE JAPANESE TEA GARDEN


Cathy Fiorello*, resident
The Gateway


We started out for the de Young Museum, but the day was so beautiful, we decided to make a detour to the Japanese Tea Garden first, just steps away from the museum.

Location: Golden Gate Park
Hours: Mon–Sun, 9am–6 pm
Phone: 415-668-0909
We hadn’t been there in five years. We thought we’d breeze in and out, leaving plenty of time for the Jean-Paul Gaultier exhibit.

May 01, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | 2 Comments

North Beach Shooting

Story courtesy
North Beach Reporter

In the early morning of Sunday, April 29, 2012—2:20 a.m., in fact—sleep was shattered as our North Beach neighborhood awakened to the rat-a-tat of rapid firing guns with two groups shooting at each other. When the gunfire ceased, we learned 25 shots had been fired—many of which hit residential buildings and a car. Amazingly only one person was injured.



May 01, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | 3 Comments

Weekly Police Report
April 26, 2012


Central Police District
Stephen A. Tacchini, Captain
Central Station: 415.315-2480
stephen.tacchini@sfgov.org
NON-EMERGENCY: 553-0123

CENTRAL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER



Captain’s Message
I-phone thefts are on the rise. Every day I see a report of an I-phone theft. Victims are generally on the phone during these thefts and most often the suspect will approach him/her from behind. Most of us have cell phones and use them often. I would like to offer a few helpful hints so YOU ARE NOT A VICTIM to one of these thieves. I-phone headphones are generally white. Make the switch to black head phones. If you are going to use your phone be aware of your surroundings, keep your eyes constantly scanning for possible dangers. When you are done using your phone secure it on your person or in a bag (purse, backpack) on your person.


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Weekly specials at Embarcadero Center

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Meet the CEO of Allen Edmonds during their 90th Anniversary Sale!
Edmonds
Meet Paul Grangaard the President and CEO of Allen Edmonds this Thursday, April 26th from 11:30am-1:00pm and celebrate Allen Edmonds' 90th Anniversary! Can't make it this Thursday? Not to worry, because you too can take part in the celebration during their 90th Anniversary Sale! Now through April 30th, Save $90 or 19.22% off SELECT shoes and accessories at Allen Edmonds in One Embarcadero Center!




Apr 26, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

DON'T FORGET: Secretary's Day is Today!


NEWS RELEASE
Wendy Norwood, Marketing Manager
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
+ 1 415 765 7833
wnorwood@hotelsanfran.com

Treat the unsung hero in your office to a power lunch buffet
for Administrative Professional’s Day
at Hilton San Francisco Financial District.



SAN FRANCISCO – April 13, 2012 –While there is no such thing as a free lunch, at $17.95, the buffet is an economic, healthy option with a quick turnaround time. Served Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., guests may choose from a rotating seasonal menu. Highlights include grilled chicken picatta, herb roasted halibut, mini sandwiches, fresh salads and daily soup specials. Designed for hotel guests and local neighbors, the buffet is also available for social parties or corporate meetings. Open for general seating, guests may also choose from the ala carte menu at 750 Restaurant & Bar.


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Weekly Specials at the Embarcadero Center

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Consider a holiday cruise on Hornblower Yachts

Hornblower Cruises & Events
Pier 3 Hornblower Landing
San Francisco, CA 94111
Dining Cruises 415.788.7020
Charters 415.438.8300


Courtesy Hornblower Cruises & Events

Enjoy a beautiful cruise on the bay,
bountiful buffet and complimentary bubbles.


Dining Cruises
Champagne Brunch Cruise
2-hour cruise | Starting at $65


Apr 18, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

KEEPERS OF THE FLAME

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Cathy Fiorello, resident
The Gateway

“Act Now! This Offer Expires December 31!”

It was October 2005 when I received this urgent notice from my local crematorium. I had just traveled across the country and moved into my new home in San Francisco, and was looking forward to at least a few “quality-of-life” years in my retirement. I wondered how I had been identified as a hot prospect for a flam(e)boyant exit so soon. It had taken two years for one of my friends with extraordinary wiles to get me to declare my age, yet these keepers of the final flame knew to contact me soon after my plane touched down at SFO.


Apr 17, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Why isn't a SoMa playground proposed for the 2012 Parks Bond?

Our good neighbors to the south of Barbary Coast, have researched an important piece of information that is of special interest to us.


Jamie Whitaker, Publisher
Rincon Hill newsletter
www.rinconhillsf.org/

On Monday, April 23, 2012 at 6 p.m. at the Gene Friend Recreation Center (270 Folsom at 6th Street), the Recreation and Parks Department 2012 Parks Bond public outreach roadshow comes to our Supervisorial District 6 to hear comments on the proposed list of parks to be improved and fixed up with proceeds from a 2012 Parks Bond (if passed by us voters). Our Supervisor Jane Kim will also be at this meeting to hear our thoughts. I hope you'll attend this meeting and ask that at least one playground get built or refurbished in the South of Market (SoMa) District using the 2012 Parks Bond proceeds.


Apr 17, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

BCNA and Gateway Apartments invite you....

You Are Cordially Invited To The
12th Annual Gateway Community Egg Hunt
Cooutesy BCNA
Sat, Apr 28, 2012 at 11:00 AM

A Great Event for Families, Friends, Grandparents and Everyone Who Love Kids!

WHERE:
Sydney G. Walton Square
@ Davis/Jackson/Front Streets
San Francisco CA 94111

Please RSVP here: http://new.evite.com/services/links/HGJSYZSDVA

Sponsored by the Golden Gateway Parents Group
In Cooperation With the Barbary Coast Neighborhood Association

And Don't Forget To Donate To The Waterfront Playground
To Be Built in Sue Bierman Park

Apr 15, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

San Francisco Water Taxi Service Take Two


Story courtesy SocketSite
www.socketsite.com

Having issued a request for providers in 2009 and approved a proposal from San Francisco Water Taxi LLC to provide water taxi service in San Francisco from South Beach to Fisherman’s Wharf with stops between, the operation never got off the ground (or rather on the water).
Courtesy SocketSite

According to the San Francisco Business Times, however, the port is resurrecting its plans for the water taxi service and will issue a new request for providers next month with hopes of having taxis roaming the bay in time for the America’s Cup.

Apr 12, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Try Sunday Brunch in Chinatown's Hilton Hotel

Free Flowing Champagne and Jazz at
Hilton San Francisco Financial District Sunday Brunch



SAN FRANCISCO – April 13, 2012 – Wake up your weekends with a Champagne and Jazz Sunday Brunch in 750 Restaurant & Bar, featuring some of the Bay Area’s top jazz musicians. Guests will enjoy free flowing champagne, a sweet and savory brunch menu, and complimentary valet parking for two hours. Designed by Executive Chef Ken Drew, menu highlights include prime rib carving station, omelets made-to-order, oysters on the half shell and crab claws, and dim sum.
Hilton Hotels

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Any Given Day at the Magic Theatre


Norman Doyle
Norman Patrick Doyle
Resident, The Commons

In the program notes for Any Given Day, now playing at the Magic Theatre in Fort Mason through April 22nd, we are told that playwright Linda McLean included no stage directions in her work. This left it to director Jon Tracy to take McLean's surgically crafted dialog and visualize it for us on stage, aided and abetted by four of the finest actors currently performing in San Francisco.
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Apr 07, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | 1 Comment

Pinter & Pryce At The Curran


Norman Patrick Doyle
Resident, The Commons

The Theatre Royal Bath production of Harold Pinter's "The Caretaker" at the Curran Theater is a priceless treat for fans of the enigmatic English playwright.
Flawlessly directed by Christopher Morahan, Jonathan Pryce and his fellow actors present us with performances that illustrate perfectly why "Pinteresque" has become part of the language.


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Weekly Police Report
April 5, 2012


Central Police District
Stephen A. Tacchini, Captain
Central Station: 415.315-2480
stephen.tacchini@sfgov.org
NON-EMERGENCY: 553-0123

CENTRAL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER


Captain’s Message
GO GREEN FOR THE BLACK & ORANGE
SFMTA Encourages Fans to Take Muni to San Francisco Giants Baseball Games
Opening Day is Friday, April 13


San Francisco—With the 2012 Major League Baseball season underway and opening day Giants being April 13, the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) encourages fans to take MUNI to the ball park. Starting Friday April 13, the Giants will play at least 82 home games this year at AT&T Park. The following MUNI service is available to and from all home games:

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Weekly Specials at the Embarcadero Center

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Want a new plan for Easter Sunday?

It's not too early to plan for Easter brunch.
Consider Sunday in Chinatown while you enjoy lunch at the beautifully renovated Hilton Hotel on Kearny Street.

NEWS RELEASE
Wendy Norwood
Hilton SF Financial District
750 Kearny Street
415.765.7833
wnorwood@hotelsanfran.com

SAN FRANCISCO – March 26, 2012 – Hop a few blocks from the Barbary Coast over to the Hilton San Francisco Financial District for a family-friendly Easter Brunch Buffet on Sunday, April 8. Follow the East Bunny down the rabbit hole and enjoy our expanded Champagne and Jazz Sunday Brunch menu.

Easter Menu
Designed by Executive Chef Ken Drew, Easter menu highlights include citrus-glazed baked ham, roast steamship of beef au jus, pasta station, omelets made-to-order, oysters on the half shell, crab claws, and dim sum. Enjoy free-flowing champagne and complimentary valet parking for two hours while you listen to some of the Bay Area’s top live jazz musicians.
Book your Easter Sunday Brunch reservations on www.opentable.com for a chance to win a one-night stay in a Presidential Suite. Walk-ins are welcome. Please call (415) 765-7878 for additional information.



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Follow up information for Pier 27 cruise terminal

John Doll, Manager
Development Project
Port of San Francisco
Pier 1, SF, CA 94111
415-274-0639


As a follow-up to the Pier 27 Meet & Greet, here are the web links:


Mar 23, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

Piers 30-32 Back In Play for the America’s Cup and Beyond


Story courtesy SocketSite
www.socketsite.com

Having been dropped from the development plans last month, Piers 30-32 are back in play with respect to the America’s Cup.

Under the latest proposal, the Port of San Francisco would invest up to $8 million to refurbish the piers and prepare them for use as the base for the five competing teams but would maintain control of the piers after the Cup.


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Weekly Specials at the Embarcadero Center


Boston Properties
Embarcadero Center



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101 Lombard residents attend Cruise Terminal presentation


101 Lombard "Neighbor to Neighbor"
(not official website of 101 Lombard St. Condo Assn.)
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Paula Hewitson, Editor
Marcy Albert, Circulation
www.101LombardSt.com


Marcy and David Albert attended an informal meeting on Tuesday, March 20 put on by the contractors of Pier 27, Turner Construction, the Department of Public Works, and the SF Port.
They showed some photos of current demo work (which we can see out the window!) and shared the timeline.

Basically they are scheduled to be finished with the demolition of the entire Pier 27 shed and the rectangular administration building on the Embarcadero edge of the pier (not the little square one with the red tile roof—that one is historical and will stay) by the first week of April.


Mar 21, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

We Have Company!


Norman Patrick Doyle
Resident, The Commons

Not one but two cruise ships were docked at Pier 35 on Monday, March 19. On the north side was the P&O liner Oriana, arriving from Honolulu with 1,822 passengers. She will depart for Zihuatanejo at 8:00 pm on Monday night. The south side of Pier 35 was home to the Star Princess, up from Cabo San Lucas with 3,110 passengers and leaving in the afternoon for Hilo.


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Weekly Specials at the Embarcadero Center


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Attention Barbary Coasters

April T. Shaw
Port of San Francisco
Pier One
415.274.0549
415.274.0495 (fax)
april.shaw@sfport.com

Please be advised of the following street closure on Monday, March 19, 2012:

Northbound Embarcadero at Bay Street and Southbound Embarcadero between North Point/Kearny
for the Facilitation of Multiple Cruise Ship Dockings.
Monday, March 19, 2012, 6 AM to 2 PM.


For any questions, please contact Denise Turner, Port Maritime at 415-274-0532


Mar 14, 2012 | Email story | Filed in: FEATURES | Add comment

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