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SF's New Trader Joe's Finally Opens in Hayes Valley on FridaySF’s New Trader Joe’s Finally Opens in Hayes Valley on Friday
By - posted 5/15/2024
Brand New, Groceries / Supermarkets, San Francisco

Thanks to SFist for sharing the news that Trader Joe’s is finally opening its newest location in San Francisco’s Hayes Valley at 555 Fulton St. It’s been a long road to opening; we wrote about the newest Trader Joe’s store back in 2021 when they submitted their permit for the 17,000-square-foot ground-floor more...

SF Mall Poised to Become New Neighborhood w/ Parks & HousingSF Mall Poised to Become New Neighborhood w/ Parks & Housing
By - posted 5/14/2024
Bay Area Updates, Housing, San Francisco

Thanks to SF Gate for sharing the news that San Francisco’s Stonestown Galleria Mall is poised for a massive transformation. San Francisco’s Planning Commission unanimously approved the plans to redevelop the shopping center, located at 3251 20th Ave., to revamp the underutilized parking lots into 6 acres of new parks, plus more...

New Golden State WNBA Team Unveils NameNew Golden State WNBA Team Unveils Name
By - posted 5/14/2024
Bay Area Updates, Brand New

The Golden State Valkyries unveiled the team’s brand identity, it was announced today. Originating from Norse mythology, Valkyries are a host of warrior women who are fearless and unwavering – flying through air and sea alike. This brand is Golden State’s modern interpretation of Valkyries: strong, bold, and fierce. The more...

New SF Park with 360° Views Just OpenedNew SF Park with 360° Views Just Opened
By - posted 5/13/2024
Brand New, New Parks, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco

Mayor London N. Breed, Supervisor Matt Dorsey, City Administrator Carmen Chu, City leaders, neighbors and community stakeholders today celebrated the grand opening of San Francisco’s newest public park, Panorama Park, which is now open on Yerba Buena Island with 360 views in the middle of San Francisco Bay. Panorama Park is part of more...

Stern Grove Festival 2024 Lineup & RSVP Info Just AnnouncedStern Grove Festival 2024 Lineup & RSVP Info Just Announced
By - posted 5/10/2024
Fairs & Festivals, Festival Updates, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco

The Stern Grove Festival returns for its 87th season having presented free concerts in the park every summer since 1938. 2024 Stern Grove Festival June 23 – August 25, 2024 | 2-5 pm Stern Grove, 19th Avenue and Sloat Blvd., SF FREE Stern Grove Festival’s 87th season of admission-free concerts kicks off on Sunday, June 23, 2024. Concerts take place more...

8 New Pop-Ups Opening in SF's Empty Storefronts8 New Pop-Ups Opening in SF’s Empty Storefronts
By - posted 5/9/2024
Brand New, City Discoveries, Getting Help, San Francisco

San Francisco’s Vacant to Vibrant program expands this summer with 8 new local businesses that will fill formerly vacant storefronts downtown. Launched last year to great fanfare, the Vacant to Vibrant program was originally developed through a partnership bringing together local nonprofit SF New Deal with Mayor London N. Breed and more...

SF Bay Area's 9 Free Gorgeous Rose GardensSF Bay Area’s 9 Free Gorgeous Rose Gardens
By - posted 5/8/2024
Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches, Spring Flowers

It’s Mother’s Day! Treat your favorite mom to a wonderful day amongst the roses and perhaps bring a picnic. Rose Gardens of the Bay Area Here’s a list of free rose gardens all over the Bay Area: Can’t make it on Mother’s Day on May 12, 2024? Don’t fret! With the warm weather more...

Mother's Day Weekend Fun Around the Bay Area (2024)Mother’s Day Weekend Fun Around the Bay Area (2024)
By - posted 5/7/2024
Get Out: Events

Spend a wonderful day with your favorite mom. Treat her to a $1 whisky tasting, get hands-on at a free day at the Exploratorium, pack a picnic and explore a garden, stop to smell the roses at SF’s annual Mother’s Day Rose Show, listen to a free concert in the more...

5th Annual Embarcadero Center Wine Walk (Summer 2024)5th Annual Embarcadero Center Wine Walk (Summer 2024)
By - posted 5/6/2024
Eat & Drink, San Francisco, Sponsored

Need plans for Wine Wednesday? Embarcadero Center has you covered with a wine tasting featuring local wineries. 🍷 Grab a friend and join them May 8th from 3:30pm-5:30pm to sample wines and shop local business! 5th Annual Embarcadero Wine Walk Wednesday, May 8, 2024 | 3:30-5:30p Urban Patio at Two Embarcadero Center, SF Buy Tickets more...

Live Nation’s 2024 “Concert Week”: Get $25 All-In Tickets (May 8-14)Live Nation’s 2024 “Concert Week”: Get $25 All-In Tickets (May 8-14)
By - posted 5/5/2024
Cheap Tips, Get Out: Events

2024 marks 10 years of Live Nation’s highly celebrated Concert Week. Music and comedy fans in the U.S. and Canada can purchase $25 tickets between May 8-14, getting access to over 5,000 Live Nation shows taking place all year long. Concert Week gives all live music fans access to participating Live Nation events with a special $25 ticket offer, including taxes and fees. For more...

Downtown SF Might Allow Outdoor Booze Like New OrleansDowntown SF Might Allow Outdoor Booze Like New Orleans
By - posted 5/3/2024
Bars, Brand New, Eat & Drink, Only in San Francisco, San Francisco, Support the Bay

Thanks to the SF Standard for sharing the news that San Francisco is floating the idea of turning part of downtown San Francisco an“Entertainment Zone” which would allow bars and restaurants to sell alcoholic beverages to be consumed outdoors. If the proposal pasess, San Francisco would be the first city in more...

Pacifica's Spectacular 2024 Wildflower SuperbloomPacifica’s Spectacular 2024 Wildflower Superbloom
By - posted 5/3/2024
Outdoorsy, Spring Flowers, Wow

Mori Point in Pacifica is experiencing a spectacular superbloom right now thanks to heavy winter rainfall. The City of Pacifica argues it has the most beautiful superbloom of spring flowers in the state of California. Please remember, when exploring our natural areas, be sure to remain on designated paths. Our natural areas more...

Over 1,000 Sea Lions Are At Pier 39 Right NowOver 1,000 Sea Lions Are At Pier 39 Right Now
By - posted 5/3/2024
Bay Area Favorites, Local Icons, San Francisco, Wow

Thanks to SF Gate for sharing the news that Pier 39 is seeing an influx of sea lions on its docks. On Monday, May 29, Pier 39 counted over 1,000 sea lions, which is the highest recorded number in 15 years. The number of seal lions ebbs and flows each season; Pier more...

The Bay Lights Are Coming Back in Spring 2025 (w/ Twice as Many Lights)The Bay Lights Are Coming Back in Spring 2025 (w/ Twice as Many Lights)
By - posted 5/2/2024
Artsy Fartsy, Bay Area Updates

Great news! The Bay Lights are officially coming back and they’ll have twice as many lights. You know it’s big news when it’s in the New York Times! Today, The New York Times broke our news: The Bay Lights project is a “Go.” We’ve reached our $10M major gift goal, and the monumental more...

Stern Grove Announces First Concert of 2024Stern Grove Announces First Concert of 2024
By - posted 4/30/2024
Bay Area Favorites, Festival Updates, San Francisco

Typically, the Stern Grove Festival announces the full lineup in late April / early May. This year, they’ve kicked things off with a sneak peak announcement of the lineup with the return of SF Symphony. The Festival just announced that the San Francisco Symphony will be performing on July 7, 2024. more...