Food & drinkOctober 2026
Bo’s Sausages: A Conversation With Owner Joe Hargrave
Joe Hargrave talks about the dog behind Bo’s name, handmade sausages, and taking over the little space next to Toronado at 545 Haight Street.
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Neighborhood newsOctober 2026
Housing at Former Car Wash on Divis
Neighbors and shopkeepers weigh in on the long-awaited plan for 203 apartments at 400 Divisadero, the former Touchless Car Wash site.
NeighborsOctober 2026
An Interview with Tanto Tim of SF Zen Center
Annie McElvein meets Tanto Tim Wicks for a conversation about life at SF Zen Center, Zen aesthetics, and how neighbors can get involved.
HistoryOctober 2026
“Artisanal” Asylum in the Lower Haight
The first building on Haight Street, the Protestant Orphan Asylum, reveals the story of Weltha Haight and the street that bears her name.
Haight of FlavorOctober 2026
Haight of Flavor: October 2026
Sweet potatoes, pears, and parsley welcome the fall season, with Tamara’s family recipe for Lebanese tabbouleh.
Arts & cultureSeptember 2026
Mellow Nights on Haight
Anyone walking past Haight and Masonic would be forgiven for being confused by The Mellow.
NeighborsSeptember 2026
Remembering Dick Vivian, Owner of Rooky Ricardo’s Records
Dick Vivian, the owner of the landmark store Rooky Ricardo’s Records, passed away from pancreatic cancer on July 24th.
HistorySeptember 2026
The Old Spanish Road (Devisadero)
The most direct route between the Mission and the Presidio was, for the first century of their existence, referred to by residents using the name Sans Souci Valley.
NeighborsSeptember 2026
You Can’t Teach an Old Dog a New Stick…
Recent veterinary science has pointed out that when a dog goes for a walk, it’s a little like scrolling social media or reading the news.
Arts & cultureSeptember 2026
Quieting One Voice to Find Another
Cadence for Change is a 501(c)(3) dedicated to raising musical aspirations in people of all ages and backgrounds.
NeighborsAugust 2026
Little Free Library
If you are a book buff, you’re in luck! There’s a new Little Free Library in the Lower Haight, and we can’t wait for you to stop by and visit! It’s located in front of 348 Scott Street between Oak and Page, right in front of the green Bike Box on…
Food & drinkAugust 2026
Choux: Growing From Lower Haight
Nestled just off Haight Street on Fillmore, Choux has been making a very particular kind of French pastry for 12 years.
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