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Brand New Whole Foods Market Finally Opening at SF's Stonestown Galleria MallBrand New Whole Foods Market Finally Opening at SF’s Stonestown Galleria Mall
By - posted 12/20/2021
Brand New, San Francisco

On Wednesday, Jan. 12, Whole Foods Market will open its new 50,780-square-foot store at the Stonestown Galleria Mall, 3251 20th Ave. in San Francisco. The long-awaited new grocery store opens in the former Macy’s space which closed in 2017, according to SF Gate. The store’s design reflects a sunny and relaxed more...

This is SF's Newest Public Plaza in SoMaThis is SF’s Newest Public Plaza in SoMa
By - posted 12/16/2021
Brand New, New Parks, San Francisco

On Wednesday, December 15, 2021, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) opened the newly redesigned public plaza outside the San Francisco Federal Building, at 90 Seventh St., to the general public. The new space was designed with community and tenant input, offering a space that features gathering and seating spaces more...

SF's Getting New 93-Foot Roller Skate Mural in Golden Gate Park in 2022SF’s Getting New 93-Foot Roller Skate Mural in Golden Gate Park in 2022
By - posted 12/16/2021
Artsy Fartsy, Brand New, Murals, San Francisco

A ground mural featuring a golden roller skate surrounded by a psychedelic pattern may add new color to a legendary skating spot in Golden Gate Park after the San Francisco Recreation and Park Commission voted unanimously to approve the final design today. The 28-foot by 93-foot oval mural planned for the more...

SF's First Ever Full Moon "Howl" is December 18SF’s First Ever Full Moon “Howl” is December 18
By - posted 12/16/2021
Brand New, Fairs & Festivals, Only in San Francisco, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco

Come on out for an “only in San Francisco” event to exorcise 2021. Join legendary psychedelic rock band Moonalice and a host of “Masters and Mistresses of Howling” for a cathartic release under the last full moon of 2021. The full moon will be visible (stay away Karl) starting around 4:30pm more...

California Restores Indoor Mask Mandate Starting Dec. 15California Restores Indoor Mask Mandate Starting Dec. 15
By - posted 12/13/2021
Brand New, COVID-19 Updates, Masks, Travel

By Eli Walsh, Bay City News Foundation California will restore an indoor mask mandate this week in the wake of a recent increase in COVID-19 cases, one of the state’s top health officials said Monday. State Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly said the state will reimplement an indoor more...

3 Blocks of Haight St. Light Up for First Time Ever3 Blocks of Haight St. Light Up for First Time Ever
By - posted 12/11/2021
Brand New, Holiday Lights, Holidays, San Francisco

The Lower Haight Merchants & Neighbors Association are happy to announce that the Holiday Art Walk is back After two long years, we’d like to officially invite you back to the neighborhood to shop local and indulge yourself this holiday season. Show up for our local businesses who support the area more...

Get Free Parking in SF's Union Square Through the End of the YearGet Free Parking in SF’s Union Square Through the End of the Year
By - posted 12/9/2021
Brand New, Holidays, Only in San Francisco, San Francisco

Thanks to SF Chronicle for sharing the news that to help lure holiday shoppers downtown, three city-owned garages near Union Square are offering free parking through the end of the year. You can get free parking for up to two hours at three garages that are located within a two-block radius more...

SF's Busy Oak St. Getting a New Protected Bike LaneSF’s Busy Oak St. Getting a New Protected Bike Lane
By - posted 12/8/2021
Bay Area Updates, Brand New, San Francisco, Transportation

The Transportation Authority on Tuesday approved Supervisor Dean Preston’s request for $385,000 for the first protected bike lane on Oak Street along the Panhandle, according to an official statement released by the supervisor’s office. The protected bike lane is planned for Oak Street from Schrader to Baker streets and will also more...

New Monarch Butterfly Habitat Coming to Mountain ViewNew Monarch Butterfly Habitat Coming to Mountain View
By - posted 12/7/2021
Brand New, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches

Mountain View is using a grant from Google to create new habitat for monarch butterflies at the city’s Shoreline Park. The $30,000 grant will help the city develop and maintain three “pollinator” habitats on nearly 8 acres in the city’s popular wildlife and recreation area, city officials announced Monday. “We’ve been more...

Two New Commuter Lots Opening w/ Free Parking in Dec. & Jan.Two New Commuter Lots Opening w/ Free Parking in Dec. & Jan.
By - posted 12/4/2021
Bay Area Updates, Brand New, East Bay, Transportation

As part of its Bay Bridge Forward initiative to move more people in fewer cars through the Bay Bridge corridor, the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) will open two newly constructed East Bay commuter parking lots next Monday, Dec. 6. The Pivot Point Commuter Hubs include a 261-space lot adjacent to Interstate 80 at more...

Golden Gate Park's "Winter Lights" Glowing Forest is HereGolden Gate Park’s “Winter Lights” Glowing Forest is Here
By - posted 12/2/2021
Brand New, Holiday Lights, Holidays, Only in San Francisco, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco

Join us for a new tradition this holiday season! Explore Golden Gate Park from sundown to 10 p.m. each night to experience an illuminated journey to delight the whole family. Make your way from “Uncle John’s Tree” at McLaren Lodge to Entwined in Peacock Meadow, then from the glowing Conservatory of more...

SF's Brand New Huge Downtown Holiday Light Show (2021)SF’s Brand New Huge Downtown Holiday Light Show (2021)
By - posted 12/2/2021
Artsy Fartsy, Brand New, Holiday Lights, Only in San Francisco, Wow

Downtown SF, the community benefit district which serves the Financial District and Jackson Square announced today the inaugural holiday projection mapping event, Let’s Glow SF, running December 3-12, 2021 in downtown San Francisco to generate economic recovery. Let’s Glow SF Dates: December 3-12, 2021 Time: 5:30 PM -10:00 PM nightly Location: Downtown San Francisco FREE Let’s more...

Stunning New Immersive Light Art Show Coming to SF's JapantownStunning New Immersive Light Art Show Coming to SF’s Japantown
By - posted 11/29/2021
Artsy Fartsy, Brand New, Holiday Lights, Holidays, San Francisco, Uplifting, Wow

A brand new immersive light art experience is coming to San Francisco’s Japantown for an 8 week limited run this winter. The Japantown Community Benefit District in partnership with Ryotaro Muramatsu and NAKED, Inc. is excited to present the U.S. premier of the Dandelion Project to San Francisco’s Japantown. Follow @japantowncbd and more...

Oakland Hosting New Free Festivals in 2022Oakland Hosting New Free Festivals in 2022
By - posted 11/28/2021
Brand New, Fairs & Festivals, Oakland

By Olivia Wynkoop, Bay City News Foundation In an effort to encourage cultural celebrations and foster festival culture, Oakland will distribute $234,500 in funds to local nonprofits hosting community events next year. The application period is open from Dec. 1 to Jan. 13. “After more than 18 months of pandemic restrictions, Oaklanders more...

Food Trucks Coming to SF's Great HighwayFood Trucks Coming to SF’s Great Highway
By - posted 11/23/2021
Brand New, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco

The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department today announced the launch of a three-month pilot program for food trucks on the Upper Great Highway during days the roadway is closed to vehicle traffic, the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department announced today. Viva Vegan, a plant-based burger truck, began serving its more...