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03/31/2024

Bay FC: Pioneering the Future of Women's Soccer in the Bay Area

San Francisco is excited to welcome its first professional women's soccer team to the Bay Area. Bay FC is co-founded by four US Women's National Team legends and backed by the investment firm Sixth Street. Starting in March 2024, Bay FC aims to be a player-led, fan-focused team that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. With a commitment to excellence on and off the field, Bay FC is dedicated to uniting the community, inspiring fans, and becoming a top global sports franchise. The team's mission is to represent the Bay Area's diversity and become a symbol of hope, connection, and passion for soccer.

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03/28/2024

Truckie Evans: Uniting Cyclists for Safer Streets in Alameda County

Demorea "Truckie" Evans from Oakland has been honored as Alameda County's Bike Champion of the Year for his exceptional work in promoting biking and safer streets. As leader of the Roll Out Crew, Truckie has been cycling for 15 years and has been a key figure in encouraging the community to cycle more, especially during the pandemic. He organized a significant event, "We Ride as One," bringing together over 800 cyclists to stand with victims of biking accidents and push for better road conditions. Truckie's efforts focus on unity and safety, aiming to make Oakland and the East Bay more welcoming for cyclists.

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03/24/2024

Good news for 826 Valencia! 🎉 The San Francisco-based literary nonprofit, known for its creative writing programs for underserved youth, has received a transformative $1-million gift from MacKenzie Scott's Yield Giving program. This generous donation, part of a highly competitive selection process, will help support 6,000 students in becoming confident writers and expand their programs to reach even more young minds. It's a big win for the organization and a brighter future for the students it serves.

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03/02/2024

The Chinese New Year Parade in San Francisco, led by actress Awkwafina, celebrated the Year of the Dragon with a huge turnout. This nighttime event, one of North America's largest, stretched from Union Square to Chinatown and featured over a hundred groups with festive floats. Highlights included a new 300-foot dragon and fireworks. The parade, a tradition for over a century, had its biggest attendance since the pandemic, showing the community's enthusiasm and support for this vibrant celebration.

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02/26/2024

In San Francisco, a unique house called the Floral House stands out for its flower-inspired design. Tay "BeepBoop" Nakamoto, a local designer and social media influencer, renovated this house, turning it into a colorful and whimsical space. The project, which gained popularity on social media, includes a large tulip mural, special areas for pets, and a movie room. Nakamoto shared the renovation process with her followers, showcasing her creative talents and personal journey from tech to design, despite facing challenges with mental health.

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02/24/2024

San Francisco celebrated the reopening of the Golden Gate Park Golf Course and Clubhouse, featuring a new, modern 1,500 square-foot clubhouse designed for community use. This $5.9 million project, funded by various city funds, includes improved facilities like a lounge, restrooms, a pro shop, food services, and an outdoor patio. After a fire in 2018, the clubhouse was rebuilt on its original site, maintaining the course's historical design while enhancing accessibility and recreation areas. The project supports the city's commitment to providing top-notch parks and recreational spaces, with contributions from First Tee San Francisco to support youth golf programs.

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02/23/2024

The Chinese New Year Parade in the U.S., starting in the 1860s, is a major event celebrating Asian culture with floats, dances, and a huge dragon, happening on February 24. For new attendees, it's best to get bleacher seats because of the big crowds, and arriving early is advised. Remember earplugs for the loud firecrackers and consider public transport as streets get very busy. There's also a street fair in Chinatown on February 24 and 25 with lots of traditional performances and activities for everyone.

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02/22/2024

On Valentine's Day, San Francisco City Hall celebrated a significant milestone: the 20th anniversary of recognizing same-sex marriages, a first in the United States. This special occasion was marked by vow renewals and new weddings, including those presided over by Mayor London Breed and San Francisco's drag laureate, D’Arcy Drollinger. The event commemorated the city's historic move in 2004, initiated by then-Mayor Gavin Newsom, to issue marriage licenses to LGBTQ+ couples, sparking a national conversation on marriage equality. Despite legal challenges and a temporary halt, the fight for equality continued, culminating in a joyous celebration of love and legal recognition for many couples.

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02/11/2024

Some of you might have heard about Folio Books, a beloved women- and queer-owned bookstore located on Noe Valley’s 24th Street. After a decade of serving the community with a wide selection of books, stationery, puzzles, and games, the shop has announced it will be closing its doors for good. The last day for in-store shopping is February 29, with a storewide sale offering 30% off books and 50% off gifts and stationery. While the store did not specify a reason for the closure, the owners have expressed a heartfelt goodbye, inviting customers to visit one last time to share memories, laughter, and tears.

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02/08/2024

In today’s era of remote work and home-based businesses, setting up a home office that promotes productivity and well-being is more important than ever. Feng Shui, the ancient Chinese art of arranging living spaces to create balance with the natural world, offers valuable principles for designing a home office that not only looks good but feels harmonious and enhances efficiency. Read more to explore the basics of Feng Shui principles for your home office, offering practical tips to create a space that aligns with your energy and work needs.

In today’s era of remote work and home-based businesses, setting up a home office that promotes productivity and well-being is more important than ever. Feng Shui, the ancient Chinese art of arranging living spaces to create balance with the natural world, offers valuable principles for designing ...

02/07/2024

This February, artists Clayton Lo and Jeff Ng present "Master Chi Chi: Disability Art Residency Program" at 41 Ross in San Francisco's Chinatown. This unique three-week event explores the experiences of Hong Kong Disability artists, delving into blindness, festive rituals, and cultural memory to expand views on Asian art and diversity. The program includes literature showcases, participatory workshops, and performance art by Lo as "Master Chi Chi" during the Lunar New Year. Jeff Ng will document these explorations, with findings displayed at the CCC (Chinese Culture Center of San Francisco)-hosted exhibition. Join the artists on February 17 for a special walkthrough and conversation.

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02/01/2024

The BigPicture Natural World Photography exhibition makes its grand return to the California Academy of Sciences on October 7, 2023. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, BigPicture is renowned for being one of the world's most prestigious photo competitions, showcasing extraordinary wildlife and conservation photography from around the globe. This year's exhibit, open until April 7, 2024, features 49 winning and finalist images that capture the planet's stunning natural beauty. In commemoration of this milestone, the Academy has also released its second wildlife photography book, "Seeing It All: Women Photographers Expose our Planet." For further details, visitors are encouraged to check the Academy's website.

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