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28lb Giant Rabbit Joins SFO's "Wag Brigade" to Greet Passengers28lb Giant Rabbit Joins SFO’s “Wag Brigade” to Greet Passengers
By - posted 3/16/2022
Adorable, Brand New, Travel

SFO airport has added an adorable new friend to its Wag Brigade. Alex the Great is a 28 pound Flemish Giant Rabbit which is considered the largest breed of domestic rabbit, and is known for being docile and patient in being handled, attributes well-suited for work on the Wag Brigade. Alex more...

SF's New "Bloom SF" Downtown Arts Festival (March 27 - April 3)SF’s New “Bloom SF” Downtown Arts Festival (March 27 – April 3)
By - posted 3/16/2022
Artsy Fartsy, Brand New, Fairs & Festivals, San Francisco

In partnership with the Mayor London N. Breed’s Downtown Recovery Plan and “Welcome Back to SF” program, seven of San Francisco’s iconic destinations have planned BloomSF, a series of special events and programming running Sunday, March 27 through Saturday, April 3 to welcome workers and visitors back downtown. The Ferry Building, more...

Golden Gate Park's JFK Drive Likely to Go Car-Free PermanentlyGolden Gate Park’s JFK Drive Likely to Go Car-Free Permanently
By - posted 3/16/2022
Bay Area Updates, San Francisco, Transportation

Mayor London N. Breed recently introduced legislation to authorize permanent changes to make 1.5 miles of JFK Drive in Golden Gate Park car-free. It would also authorize making certain street segments one-way, creating new bicycle facilities, and making additional policy changes to improve access. This closure was implemented nearly two more...

Six Winter Walks Around San FranciscoSix Winter Walks Around San Francisco
By - posted 3/15/2022
Outdoorsy, San Francisco

Big thanks to Marta Lindsey at Walk San Francisco for sharing six perfect walks around the city. About Walk San Francisco: San Francisco can and should be the safest, most walkable city in the United States. Yet every day, an average of three people on average are hit while walking in more...

SF is Getting Rid of Residential Parking StickersSF is Getting Rid of Residential Parking Stickers
By - posted 3/15/2022
Bay Area Updates, San Francisco, Transportation

Effective April 1, 2022 the SFMTA will transition annual Residential Parking Permit (RPP) permits from physical stickers to virtual permits. This will streamline the RPP application and administration process. This change will not apply to other permit types—including 1 Day, Visitor, Press, City Vehicle, Teacher and Contractor permits. Currently, about 70,000 more...

Muni’s Van Ness Bus Rapid Transit Finally Opens April 1Muni’s Van Ness Bus Rapid Transit Finally Opens April 1
By - posted 3/14/2022
Brand New, San Francisco, Transportation

The new Van Ness Avenue is here. The grand opening of Muni’s brand new Van Ness Bus Rapid Transit will be held on April 1, 2022. Major upgrades have been made on Van Ness Avenue and Muni is excited to introduce you to its eye-catching red lanes, new landscaping and other more...

Castro Theater's Historic Neon Sign RestoredCastro Theater’s Historic Neon Sign Restored
By - posted 3/14/2022
Bay Area Updates, Only in San Francisco

San Francisco’s Castro Theater’s historic neon sign is looking vibrant again thanks to its recent restoration. Thanks to San Francisco Heritage for sharing the glitzy video showcasing the sign in all its glory. The theater, originally built in 1922, is undergoing a major makeover for its 100th birthday. The 100-year-old movie theater (429 Castro more...

The Sonoma-Marin Fair is Back for 2022 (June 22-26)The Sonoma-Marin Fair is Back for 2022 (June 22-26)
By - posted 3/11/2022
Fairs & Festivals, Festival Updates

After almost two years, the Sonoma-Marin Fair is back with its full array of cherished fair activities and traditions this summer. This year’s fair theme, “Everybody’s Fair” celebrates the rich and diverse cultures that make up the fabric of our community. Guests are welcomed to experience the vast diversity of our more...

SF's "Russia Avenue" 'Renamed' in Support of UkraineSF’s “Russia Avenue” ‘Renamed’ in Support of Ukraine
By - posted 3/11/2022
Causes, San Francisco

Thanks to ABC7 for sharing the news that San Francisco’s “Russia Avenue” in the Excelsior neighborhood has been unofficially changed in support of Ukraine. Someone changed the street sign on the corner of Russia Avenue and Mission to now read “No War” and “Ukraine.”  Someone has changed Russia Street off of Mission more...

SF Declares UN Plaza "Vendor-Free" in Illegal Street Vendor CrackdownSF Declares UN Plaza “Vendor-Free” in Illegal Street Vendor Crackdown
By - posted 3/10/2022
Bay Area Updates, Crime, San Francisco

The Board of Supervisors today passed legislation introduced by Mayor London N. Breed establishing a regulatory framework for street vending in San Francisco. The legislation is part of Mayor Breed’s efforts to disincentivize the resale of stolen goods and support legitimate street vending as a means of economic opportunity. Supervisors Ahsha more...

SF’s Brand New “Floating” Fire Station OpensSF’s Brand New “Floating” Fire Station Opens
By - posted 3/10/2022
Brand New, Fire Updates, Only in San Francisco

Mayor London N. Breed, San Francisco Public Works, and the San Francisco Fire Department (SFFD) today celebrated the completion of San Francisco’s new floating Fireboat Station No. 35, an innovative project that meets the present-day needs of maritime-based operations for first responders. As the City’s newest fire station and the more...

This is Muni's New Bus Prediction SignThis is Muni’s New Bus Prediction Sign
By - posted 3/10/2022
Brand New, San Francisco, Transportation

As part of the Next Generation Customer Information System project, over 700 new Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) signs will display real-time information at Muni transit shelters. Approximately one-third of these signs will be double-sided to provide additional visibility at the highest-ridership stops and major transfer points. This week we installed a more...

"Brides of March" Wedding Dress Pub Crawl is Back in SF“Brides of March” Wedding Dress Pub Crawl is Back in SF
By - posted 3/10/2022
Bay Area Favorites, Fairs & Festivals, Festival Updates, Only in San Francisco

Don a wedding dress and join the Brides for this annual San Francisco tradition at the 22nd annual Brides of March.  Join in to parade through the heart of North Beach, strolling up Columbus Avenue and drinking in local parklets along Grant Ave. with your fellow brides. All you need for this event is a white wedding more...

One of SF's Only Campsites Opens Reservations on March 14One of SF’s Only Campsites Opens Reservations on March 14
By - posted 3/10/2022
Brand New, Only in San Francisco, Outdoorsy

Outdoor lovers can not only camp within the city of San Francisco, they will soon be able to reserve a campsite online. The Presidio’s Rob Hill Campground, one of only two campgrounds in the city, will be available online for reservations for the first time beginning Monday, March 14. Nestled in a more...

This is Alameda's Brand New Waterfront ParkThis is Alameda’s Brand New Waterfront Park
By - posted 3/9/2022
Brand New, East Bay, New Parks, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches

After years of work and development in the burgeoning Alameda Point Waterfront District, Alameda’s Waterfront Park located on the former naval base gets its official launch on Saturday, April 9 with the Waterfront Park Launch Fest. The free, designed-for-all-ages event will bring together some of the Bay Area’s most talented musicians and dance more...