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Oakland Coliseum Could Be Mass COVID Vaccine Site in FebruaryOakland Coliseum Could Be Mass COVID Vaccine Site in February
By - posted 1/15/2021
COVID-19 Updates, Vaccines

Although a formal announcement has yet to be made, KRON4 is reporting that following days of speculation, the Oakland Coliseum could become a mass coronavirus vaccination site as soon as February. The county’s board of commissioners voted Friday to create a task force to oversee the transition. The San Francisco Chronicle more...

Founder of "El Farolito" Mission Burrito Spot Has DiedFounder of “El Farolito” Mission Burrito Spot Has Died
By - posted 1/15/2021
Eat & Drink, Goodbye

Thanks to Broke-Ass Stuart and Eater SF for letting us know the sad news that the owner of the El Farolito, the beloved Mission taqueria and burrito joint, passed away on January 5th at the age of 70. Salvador “Don Chava” Lopez Monroy emigrated from Mexico in 1975 and founded El more...

SF's Dungeness Crab Season Finally BeginsSF’s Dungeness Crab Season Finally Begins
By - posted 1/15/2021
Bay Area Updates, Eat & Drink, What's Closed / What's Open

Thanks to CBS5 for letting us know that after a long delay to the commercial Dungeness crab season in the Bay Area, the season has finally begun. But fisherman report that the initial catches have been disappointing. Typically crab fishermen will see 10-25 crabs per pot, but so far this year more...

Get Notified When SF Vaccines are Ready (Starts Jan. 19)Get Notified When SF Vaccines are Ready (Starts Jan. 19)
By - posted 1/15/2021
COVID-19 Updates, Vaccines

Mayor Breed today announced the City has created a webpage for people who live and work in San Francisco to enter their information and be notified once they are eligible to be vaccinated. Starting Tuesday, January 19, people who live and work in San Francisco can sign-up for vaccine notification more...

Mayor Announces SF's Mass COVID Vaccination SitesMayor Announces SF’s Mass COVID Vaccination Sites
By - posted 1/15/2021
COVID-19 Updates, Vaccines

Mayor London Breed Announces Plan to Create Network of COVID-19 Vaccination Sites in San Francisco Friday, January 15, 2021 City will partner with health care providers to stand up a mix of high-volume and community-based sites to quickly get people the COVID-19 vaccine as supply become more readily available Mayor London N. Breed more...

Berkeley's New Pop-Up COVID-19 Testing SitesBerkeley’s New Pop-Up COVID-19 Testing Sites
By - posted 1/14/2021
Brand New, COVID Testing

You now have more places to get a COVID-19 test in Berkeley to help more quickly identify whether you or your loved ones should isolate and quarantine to stop the virus’ spread. Our first pop-up sites will rotate between downtown locations as well as sites in south and west Berkeley. By increasing more...

Goodbye Trump, Hello President Biden & VP HarrisGoodbye Trump, Hello President Biden & VP Harris
By - posted 1/14/2021
Celebrations, Election, Goodbye

Out with the old… San Francisco celebrates the inauguration of our 46th President Joe Biden and Madam Vice President Kamala Harris. SF’s City Hall will light up with festive red, white and blue lights for the occasion on Inauguration day. Oakland celebrates its very own Madame Vice President-Elect Kamala D. Harris with a more...

Covid-19 Vaccine Sign Up for Contra Costa County ResidentsCovid-19 Vaccine Sign Up for Contra Costa County Residents
By - posted 1/14/2021
COVID-19 Updates, Vaccines

Contra Costa County residents who are healthcare workers or seniors 65+ can now sign up to make an appointment request for the Covid-19 vaccine. If you meet the vaccine eligibility criteria, fill out the Vaccine Appointment-Request Form to request a vaccination appointment through Contra Costa Health Services. Learn more about the county’s more...

Free National Parks Day for MLK DayFree National Parks Day for MLK Day
By - posted 1/14/2021
Freebies, Outdoorsy, Things to Do

Sometimes you’ve just got to get away from it all and clear your head with the peace and serenity of a national park. In honor of the birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr., National Park Service sites will have free admission for everyone on Monday, January 18, 2021, as the first fee more...

SF Updates Vaccine Plan for People 65+ This WeekSF Updates Vaccine Plan for People 65+ This Week
By - posted 1/14/2021
COVID-19 Updates, Vaccines

Thanks to SF Gate for letting us know that California has opened up eligibility for the COVID vaccine statewide for people 65 and over. Previously the state had only been vaccinating frontline health care workers and staff/residents of long-term care facilities. Learn more about the COVID vaccine in San Francisco. The roll more...

Vaccine Information & Sign Up for Alameda CountyVaccine Information & Sign Up for Alameda County
By - posted 1/14/2021
COVID-19 Updates, Vaccines

Wondering when you’ll be eligible to receive the Covid-19 vaccine? If you’re an Alameda County resident, make sure you sign up for the Alameda County Resident Vaccine Notification Form to be notified when a vaccine is available for you. You’ll receive information with details on location and timing.

SF's COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout FAQ - When Can I Get It?SF’s COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout FAQ – When Can I Get It?
By - posted 1/14/2021
COVID Testing, COVID-19 Updates, Vaccines

SF COVID-19 Vaccine Frequently Asked Questions Updated 1/15/21 – Please note information may change. See updates at sf.gov/information/about-covid-19-vaccine COVID-19 vaccine is here The vaccine is one of the most important ways to end the pandemic. Two vaccines have been authorized in the US. Supplies are limited. Sign Up for Alerts: Get Notified beginning January 19th The more...

SF Wants Your Input: Shared Scooter Permits Expire April 2021SF Wants Your Input: Shared Scooter Permits Expire April 2021
By - posted 1/14/2021
Bay Area Updates

The SFMTA is seeking public input as we prepare for the next round of Powered Scooter Share Program permits. We are holding an online meeting at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 14th and also have an online survey (open until January 29) for feedback. The current permits for Scooter Share expire in April 2021. We expect more...

SF Man's Christmas Tree Trick Shot Goes ViralSF Man’s Christmas Tree Trick Shot Goes Viral
By - posted 1/14/2021
Wow

With over 1.5 million views on YouTube, one local resident has gone viral for his Christmas tree trick shot. Instead of lugging his Christmas tree down several flights of stairs, he decided to chuck his Christmas tree out of his third story window where it landed perfectly on the ground.

Giants, 49ers, A's Stadiums Might Become Mass Vaccination CentersGiants, 49ers, A’s Stadiums Might Become Mass Vaccination Centers
By - posted 1/14/2021
Bay Area Updates, COVID-19 Updates, Vaccines

California is expanding its vaccination efforts, and Bay Area teams including the A’s, Giants, 49ers and Sharks have proposed the possibility that their stadiums become mass vaccination centers. San Francisco Chronicle noted that the A’s and 49ers’ stadiums have large parking lots which could work well to handle a large turnout. more...