Bad Reputation Manifested in Different Cultures in Light of the Current Rise of Global San Francisco’S Crime Nationalism and Fascism

MARINATIMES.COM CELEBRATING OUR 35TH YEAR VOLUME 35 ISSUE 05 MAY 2019 Reynolds Rap Real reason to stop navigation centers: They don’t work Success rate for permanently housing the homeless just 14 percent

BY SUSAN DYER REYNOLDS

“I don’t want to obsess over one little piece of the sys- tem, because navigation centers do not exit people from homelessness, they’re a path towards that.” Detail of Jean-Michel Basquiat and Andy Warhol, Paramount, 1984–85. © 2018 JEAN-MICHEL BASQUIAT ESTATE. LICENSED BY — Jeff Kositsky, director of the Department ARTESTAR, NEW YORK. © THE ANDY WARHOL FOUNDATION FOR THE VISUAL ARTS, INC. / ARTISTS RIGHTS SOCIETY (ARS), NEW YORK. of Homelessness and Supportive Housing, in a 2017 interview with San Francisco Public Press

‘Andy Warhol From A to B and Back Again’ he recently approved homeless navigation center along San Francisco’s scenic Embarcadero BY SHARON ANDERSON presentation and features more than and even music, it wasn’t until his has pitted homeless advocacy groups like The 300 works spanning three floors of 1989 retrospective that the public TCoalition on Homelessness against the area’s residents. rom may 19 through sept. the museum. fully understood he was a force to be The coalition would like you to believe it’s a battle 2, 2019, the SFMOMA will Warhol wasn’t widely considered a reckoned with. between rich and poor, housed and unhoused, right and present the first retrospective relevant artist at the time of his death Warhol absorbed the values of the wrong, but it’s far more complex than that. While the Fof the work of Andy Warhol in 25 in 1987. Having saturated the world culture and presented them back coalition has spent years deriding and shaming wealthy years. The critically acclaimed exhi- of commercial art, fine art, film, to the public through his art. In “tech bros” for causing gentrification and displacement, bition is an exclusive West Coast print media, theater, photography, ART WORLD, continued on 12 REYNOLDS RAP, continued on 4

Crime Beat Art Festival

to Democracy,” seeks to examine how struggles with democracy are Bad reputation manifested in different cultures in light of the current rise of global San Francisco’s crime nationalism and fascism. Local participants include Magic problem is making it famous Theatre’s presentation of Oedipus El Rey, “a gritty and electrifying” BY JOHN ZIPPERER reimaging of the Greek tragedy where Oedipus has spent his life o steal from joan jett’s “victim of in prison and dreams of being in Circumstance,” San Francisco is “Just a victim of control of his own destiny beyond a bad reputation / I [got] no chance of shakin’.” the prison walls (Wednesday–Sun- TThe reputation in question is the public safety on our day, May 29–June 1); BATS Improv streets, in our homes, and at our businesses. From the will invite artists from the festival cleanliness or lack thereof on our streets and sidewalks productions prior to the festival to thefts and auto break-ins, the city’s reputation is bad to share their presentations, which and it’s got no chance of shakin’. will provide the BATS team with In an online search for “san francisco crime,” the Left: The Magic Theatre stages a performance of Oedipus El Rey by Luis material for their show, Objet d’Art top result is a site claiming that San Francisco’s violent Alfaro; Right: Japanese accordionist Aco Tomine will perform her original (Friday, May 3, 10, 17, and 24); We crime rate is “one of the highest in the nation, across compositions and Japanese folk music on Saturday, May 25. Players will perform Mother Lear communities of all sizes (both large and small).” That PHOTOS COURTESY OF SAN FRANCISCO INTERNATIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL about a demented, irascible scholar doesn’t quite match up with reality, but bad reputations who communicates with her care- generally don’t, Hitler aside. As reported here (“Crim- taker daughter using only the text inal intent,” March 2019), according to federal crime San Francisco International Arts from King Lear (Saturday–Sunday, statistics, San Francisco is not at the top of the violent May 25–26); and Brian Copeland crime rankings. Also, like many places, its violent crime Festival comes to Fort Mason will share a powerful glimpse into rates have dropped. But it is harder to put a positive his personal struggles in The Wait- spin on its property crime rate, which is dismal. And BY LYNETTE MAJER to June 2. The festival will feature ing Period (Saturday, May 25). people notice. A Texas blogger wrote that the district 50 U.S. and 13 international groups Visit sfiaf.org for a complete attorney of Dallas was “going to turn Dallas into San ort mason center will in over 50 presentations of perfor- schedule of performances and Francisco” because of his decision to stop prosecuting host the San Francisco Inter- mance art, dance, music, come- tickets. petty crime. Then again, she also writes that she is national Arts Festival for 11 dy and improv, and spoken word. CRIME BEAT, continued on 6 Fdays of performances from May 23 The festival theme of “The Path Email: [email protected] Contents In This Issue 17 10

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News Calendar San Francisco updates May events Our news roundup includes the coming There’s no shortage of things to do in a end of the satirical stage show that people month that includes Mother’s Day, Asian- thought would never end, Beach Blanket Pacific American Heritage celebrations, Babylon, plus the unveiling of the SFMTA’s Cinco de Mayo, Memorial Day, Bay to Polk Streetscape Project, a plan to lessen Breakers, and more. Plus, get lost in dreamy the city’s exposure in Proposition C litiga- Monet visions or dramatic Reubens narra- tion, and clearing up 88,000 drivers licence tives, or enjoy a crab crack, a beer fest, or a 14 suspensions; plus a collection of facts and wine pour. figures. 3 Wellness Northside The Healthful Life The Supervisors Patty Burness explains the need to support District 2 Supervisor Catherine Stefani the many people caring for elders with reports on her latest concerns and ini- Alzheimer’s and other dementia condi- 16 tiatives, and District 3 Supervisor Aaron tions. Peskin reports on the importance of the Aquatic Park Pier renovation. 7 Family MomSense Food & Wine Liz Farrell has introduced a puppy into her Hello, goodbye household. Now what? 17 The Tablehopper says hello to Cow Hollow’s Little Gem, Ghirardelli Square’s Palette Tea Real Estate House, and Russian Hill’s Fiorella Polk, Marketplace Abraza, and El Lopo, and says goodbye to John Zipperer recounts the lengths to which Upper Fillmore’s Elite Cafe; meanwhile, Julie legislators and teams will go in stadium Mitchell looks at the mindful eating trend. 10 politics, and he looks at some unintended consequences of vacany taxes; plus our Arts & Entertainment chart of recent real estate sales in the Visit, read, watch Northside. 18 Our movie critic, Michael Snyder, takes a look at major new biopics Tokien and ONLINE SPECIALS The White Crow, which tell the stories of Our Coastal Commuter, Michael Snyder, the lives of fantasy author J.R.R. Tolkien goes bloomin’ crazy; plus Kevin Frazier and Russian Ballet legend Rudolf Nureyev, on voting, expanded calendar listings, and respectively; plus, see what books are the more. latest best sellers in the Marina. 12 marinatimes.com

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News Briefs Money’s not everything End of an era BEACH BLANKET BABYLON BYE-BYE David Bowie, Queen Elizabeth II, Charlotte and George Shultz, Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, Liza Minnelli, and countless other notables have sat in the audience for perfor- mances of Beach Blanket Babylon, the stage show that was supposed to run a couple weeks but ran for 45 years. That will come to It was the toast of the town and famous around an end with its final show the world; this December, Beach Blanket Babylon on Dec. 31, 2019. will hang up its hat and disappear into legend. The longest-running PHOTO: DAVID PRASAD musical revue on Earth conquered the entertain- determine what improve- and debt that is hard to ment world from its home ments can be added to escape,” said San Francis- at North Beach’s Club help us achieve our safety co Treasurer José Cisne- Fugazi. Some of the show’s goals,” said Mayor London ros. “Of course we need performers and crew have Breed. “Moving forward, to have consequences and been with it for decades. we must find ways to penalties when people With more than 17,000 deliver these types of safe- break the law or don’t fol- performances under its ty projects faster, which is low the rules. In the work belt, the show is not com- why I have directed the we’ve done locally on fine ing to an end for financial SFMTA to implement and fee reform and with reasons. Jo Schuman Sil- simple, easy-to-install the Financial Justice Proj- ver, widow of the show’s safety improvements as ect, we’ve come to realize creator Steve Silver, told quickly as possible.” that we can hold people the San Francisco Chron- accountable without put- icle she has been consid- QUID PRO QUO ting them in financial dis- ering ending the show for Under a new plan tress.” several years: “There was unveiled last month, in The Superior Court did no reason — I just start- return for agreeing not recently adopt guidelines ed thinking, ‘Wow, how to demand a refund if that would discount cita- much longer do we go?’” November 2018’s Propo- tions to people with lower In its remaining seven sition C gross receipts tax incomes. months, expect a lot of is overruled by the courts, people to crowd into the businesses would receive a FACTS AND FIGURES small theater for their last 10 percent deduction on 25 million: number of look at the legendary satir- their tax liability. If a court visitors to San Francis- ical stage show. challenge to the proposi- co annually . . . 118,352: tion is ultimately lost by number of reported POLK STREETSCAPE the city, San Francisco instances of human feces PROJECT UNVEILED would have to refund the on San Francisco streets In early April, the city money that has been col- since 2011 . . . 407: num- celebrated the end of the lected but which the city ber of square feet of Polk Streetscape project, controller is not letting the housing in San Francis- the two-year, $26.8 mil- city spend. co someone earning the lion effort to improve safe- median income could ty on the busy street. DRIVE ON afford to rent . . . 70: per- The city reports that on The city of San Francis- cent of San Franciscans average, one pedestrian co teamed up with the San surveyed who say they and one cyclist are struck Francisco Superior Court support the city replacing by vehicles every month to clear up to 88,000 out- PG&E as the provider of on Polk Street, one of the standing holds that had power to the city’s resi- highest rates of such acci- been placed on drivers’ dents and businesses . . . dents in San Francisco. The licenses due to missed 18.24 percent: amount of Streetscape Project includ- traffic court dates. On Victoria Manalo Draves ed 30 blocks of improved the assumption that peo- Park that would receive bike lanes, 136 new trees, ple missed the court dates a bit of evening shadow 3,800 feet of upgraded because they couldn’t if an apartment building Comfortable Shoes From Athletic To Casual and Dress. sewers and 5,700 feet of afford to pay the tickets, were constructed across upgraded water lines, 160 which are among the most the street; supervisors Wide Widths Available In Many Styles. curb ramp improvements, expensive in the nation, voted 10–0 against the improved traffic signals the city did not lower traf- project because of shade Come In For Your Gait Analysis And Professional Fitting. at nine intersections, 81 fic fines but instead con- complaints . . . 24 weeks: new street lights, and 31 cluded that as an act of length of time for a new refurbished lights, and economic justice it would review that will analyze resurfacing of the entire eliminate the driver’s the radiation testing pro- 1.8-mile length of Polk license holds. cedures used at Hunt- from Beach to McAllis- “We collaborated with ers Point Shipyard . . . 10% OFF ter Streets. 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Reynolds Rap residential treatment, but it was apparent continued from cover from the start how incredibly naïve he was. Not that the navigation center model they now gleefully accept donations from doesn’t have its good points — unlike Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff and Twitter shelters, people can enter as a group with CEO Jack Dorsey — the poster bros for their friends and partners, and bring jest jewelswww.jestjewels.com the very soapbox on which the coalition their belongings and their pets. But nav- 225. 395. 950. 1035. 1180. 495. 275. stands. In fact, Dorsey fought voraciously igation centers also lack structure. For against Proposition C, the tax-the-techies example, there are no curfews or sobri- to help-the-homeless ballot initiative ety requirements. One woman told the pushed by the coalition and passed with Marina Times she refused to stay at the Benioff’s help. Yet, in a recent tweet to Bryant Street navigation center because Dorsey, the coalition said his $10,000 it was “dangerous, scary, and full of meth donation to their pro-Embarcadero nav- heads.” Take a drive past the location and igation center GoFundMe campaign you’ll see what she’s talking about, and “almost made up for the fact he didn’t what local residents complain about on support Prop. C.” a daily basis — people slumped in front 295. 395. Benioff donated to the fund too (along doing drugs, drinking alcohol, and cre- with several other tech CEOs), which ating makeshift “chop shops” for stolen 24. coalition supporters started when anoth- bicycles. As of 2017, less than one quarter 65. er GoFundMe campaign began raising of the nearly 1,200 people who entered 48. money to stop it. Some in that anti-wa- the first two navigation centers had been 50. terfront camp, chided as rich jerks by placed in long-term housing, and more the coalition with cartoons in their Street than one quarter became homeless again. Sheet newspaper and on hand-held signs at neighborhood meetings, work at — YOU GET A NAVIGATION CENTER, 975. 2495. 695. you guessed it — Salesforce and Twitter. AND YOU GET A NAVIGATION 3500. The coalition and its supporters don’t see CENTER . . . tokens & treasures the hypocrisy, but the wink-winking and Hearing his constituents’ concerns high-fiving between multibillionaire tech about having navigation centers in only a moguls and a homeless marketing group few neighborhoods, Haney is sponsoring ff our favvite Moms known more for media-savvy agitation legislation that would put a navigation than actual results, says a lot about where center in every district that doesn’t cur- San Francisco is today. rently have one over the next 30 months. That seems fair. I propose putting the A UNIQUE MODEL THAT DOESN’T District 2 navigation center next to Marc WORK Benioff’s $28 million Pacific Avenue As the coalition patronizes Embarcade- mansion — or maybe right inside it — ro condo owners while flashing cash from but I don’t think the folks on nearby Bil- their bosses, those condo owners and lionaire’s Row would approve. My second other residents choice is Sea Cliff, 78. 1060. 95. of District 6 have where Jack Dorsey Free Ear Piercing with the purchase of piercing earrings! turned to new has a little 2-bed- 1869 Union St. SF 415-563-8839 333 Hayes St. SF 415-863-3800 supervisor Matt 30 percent of room, $10 million 4th St. Berkeley 510-526-7766 3 Embarcadero Cntr. SF 415-986-4494 Haney to ask why shack. This way their neighbor- all navigation he can glance over hoods must host and see how that yet another navi- center clients $10,000 donation gation center. “We is being used to agree the naviga- leave by choice. help his less for- AL ZEIDLER tion center model tunate neighbors. INSURANCE works,” Haney told KPIX news. “The I’m sure if Jack is happy to help put a A BOUTIQUE AGENCY INSURING ALL YOUR NEEDS, FROM A TO Z mayor is for it. The board is for it. Yet navigation center in other people’s neigh- we seem to only be building them in one borhoods, he’ll be just fine having one in Al Zeidler BUSINESS, PROPERTY, AND LIABILITY – small part of the city.” He’s right on two his. If not, the coalition can print up some WORKERS COMPENSATIONAgent INSURANCE. CA Lic 0B96630 • AZ Lic 930303 of his three points: navigation centers are signs and organize a protest on the beach Email: [email protected] currently in just three of San Francisco’s beneath his house. www.ZeidlerInsurance.com San Francisco Novato 11 districts, and the mayor and the board In all seriousness, a navigation center Tel: (415) 753-1936 Tel: (415) 895-1936 support the model. Haney is wrong, how- in every district is not the answer — the ForFor your your many Fax:many (415) 895-1393 sides, ever, when he says the navigation center answer is to do away with them all togeth- model works, because the city’s own data er. With a dismal 14 percent success says otherwise. rate finding clients permanent housing, there’s Nationwide®. Between March 2015 and February there’s nowhere to go but up. For decades, sides, there’s 2019, just 14 percent of people exiting the coalition has blamed everyone from navigation centers found permanent wealthy techies to NIMBYs to city offi- Alfred Zeidler Products underwritten by Nationwide® Mutual Insurance Company and Affiliated Companies. Home Office: Columbus, housing. Another 4 percent went to tem- cials for the homeless crisis, yet after Al Zeidler Insurance Agency OH 43215. Subject to underwriting guidelines, review, and porary placement, and 28 percent were three decades as the unofficial voice of (415)Nationwide 895-1936 approval. Availability varies. Nationwide,. Nationwide Is On Your Side, and the Nationwide N and Eagle are service marks handed bus tickets through Homeward the homeless the city is in worse shape [email protected] of Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company. ©2018 Nationwide www.zeidlerinsurance.com CPO-0836AO (08/16) 8643903 Bound, which sends homeless individuals than ever — so why are we still listening to friends and family willing to support to them? them. Since its launch in 2005 by for- Let’s look to models that actually mer Mayor Gavin Newsom, some 10,000 help the homeless become productive, A l f r e d Z e i d l e r people have left this way. Yet more than responsible, self-sufficient citizens, like Al Zeidler Insurance Agency a decade later, the city still doesn’t mea- Solutions for Change in San Diego, Calif., ( 4 1 5 ) 8 9 5 - 1 9 3 6 sure the program’s effectiveness. In 2017, which has a 93 percent success rate, or [email protected] coalition organizer Kelly Cutler told San Community First Village in Austin, Tex., www.zeidlerinsurance.com Francisco Public Press that many people which has an 86 percent success rate. who use Homeward Bound end up back What do they have in common? Both Products underwritten by Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company and Affiliated Companies. Home on San Francisco’s streets. Another 10 require homeless clients to be sober and Office: Columbus, OH 43215. Subject to underwriting guidelines, review, and approval. Availability percent are asked to leave for violent or pay their own rent, or they’re out. Both varies. Nationwide, Nationwide Is On Your Side, and the Nationwide N and Eagle are service marks of Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company. ©2018 Nationwide CPO-0836AO (08/16) 8643903 other bad behavior, and 14 percent go have structured programs and believe in because their time is up (in 2016, Kositsky accountability, not handouts. And both imposed a 30-day time limit to free up use a tough love approach because they beds for people coming from encamp- actually do love their clients, and want ments cleared by the city). But the largest them to succeed. number — 30 percent of all navigation Until San Francisco moves to a similar center clients — leave by choice. model, we can put a navigation center on As he prepared for reelection in 2015, every corner in every district, inside Twit- the late Mayor Ed Lee announced the ter’s cafeteria, and at the top of Salesforce creation of San Francisco’s first naviga- Tower and it still won’t make a difference. tion center, describing it as a pioneering approach to homelessness. Lee saw the E-mail: [email protected]. Follow the center as a transitional stop for three to Marina Times on Twitter @TheMarinaTimes 10 days before moving on to housing or and like us on Facebook @MarinaTimes.

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Crime Beat the subjects from similar robberies in the of the suspects and arrested him, trans- BAD NEIGHBOR continued from cover neighborhood and distributed a crime porting him to Northern Station, where February 21 bulletin for their arrest. The first subject he was booked on grand theft and con- Bay and Webster Streets “Always a patriot. Shoot guns and play was caught on April 3 and arrested for spiracy. Later that same day, a Northern tennis. But not at the same time.” So she’s robbery; the second subject was cap- Station sergeant on patrol recognized Upon reviewing surveillance video of got a sense of humor. tured three days later. the other suspect. The sergeant posi- a burglary in his residence, the vic- It is left for the citizens of San Francis- tively identified her and arrested her for tim recognized the intruder as his co to try to improve the city’s reputation. ALWAYS STOP AT RED LIGHTS grand theft, conspiracy, and a probation neighbor. He filed a report. On AFTER A BURGLARY violation. March 2, another burglary occurred, Here is just a sampling of the cases March 18, 1:02 a.m. and the victim again recognized his handled by the officers at Northern Sta- Van Ness Avenue and Geary Street CUFF HIM neighbor on the surveillance foot- tion and Central Station. March 8, 10:57 p.m. age, and he called the police. Officers While heading to the site of a report- Fillmore and Eddy Streets arrived to investigate; they saw the sub- EN GARDE ed burglary, officers witnessed a vehi- ject leave her residence and detained her. March 29, 9:48 p.m. cle speeding away from the area and A female resident of an apartment was After interviewing the victim, probable Fillmore and Fell Streets running stop lights. Thinking that the lying down in the living room when a cause existed to arrest her for the bur- vehicle might have been involved with subject unlawfully entered the unit. She glaries. A man who knocked a “Make America the burglary, officers caught up with the screamed, and the other resident ran out Great Again” hat off another man’s head vehicle. The occupants were ordered to of his bedroom to chase the intruder; he CIGARETTE SMOKING MAN was attacked by the MAGA man, who exit the vehicle for a weapons search — also managed to grab his personal pair January 16, 6:20 p.m. was wielding a sword. The victim raised with negative results. A computer search of handcuffs and was able to successfully Unit block of Drumm Street his hand to protect his face, and the on the driver of the vehicle determined handcuff the subject until police arrived. sword nearly severed the hand. MAGA that he was on probation, had a restrain- Officers responded to a report of a man then fled the scene, but police had ing order prohibiting him from possess- TIP TOP robbery. The suspect had entered a lot of video from the area, and they ing firearms, a suspended license, and a February 25, 9:48 a.m. a store and jumped over the count- found a beer bottle with the attacker’s warrantless search condition. Octavia and Hayes Streets er, taking cigarettes and putting them fingerprints. They tracked down MAGA Naturally, the officers determined the into his backpack. The victim con- man at a local KFC restaurant and took vehicle needed to be towed, and during A subject entered a coffee shop and fronted the suspect and a struggle took him into custody on April 3. His bail was an inventory search of the vehicle, they tried to steal the tip jar. Employees and place. The suspect pushed the victim, set at $250,000. located a loaded firearm, with an extend- a customer stopped him from leaving, causing him to hit his head against a ed magazine concealed in the center detaining him for police. When officers food display, and threatening to kill ONE WOMAN, ONE PHONE, TWO console. All of the subjects were then arrived, he tried to flee and resisted him if he did not step aside. The victim SUSPECTS placed under arrest. arrest. He was arrested for an outstand- stepped aside — and the robber went to March 27, 5:53 p.m. ing warrant for misdemeanor charge of the register and filled his backpack with Geary and Laguna Streets THE SMELL OF SUCCESS resisting arrest. He complained of med- lottery scratcher tickets, perhaps in case March 16 ical issues and was transported to the the cigarettes didn’t do it for him. He While waiting at a Muni bus stop, the 2083 Union Street hospital, but while in transit, he made then fled the store and went to BART, victim heard noise behind her and then comments to officers that led to him where he was detained. two subjects grabbed her phone. A strug- Officers responded to a report of the being transferred to Psychiatric Emer- Officers learned that the suspect had gle ensued, with the thieves ultimately theft of more than $1,600 worth of per- gency Services. The coffee shop victim also entered the store on Jan. 6 and had successful at getting the phone out of her fume products. The officers were able to stated that he did not want to press stolen cigarettes after jumping over the hands and then fleeing the scene. With get photos of the suspects, which were charges, but it was determined that prob- counter. He was booked at County Jail the help of Watchtower video surveil- sent out to all units via a crime bulletin. able cause still existed for the subject to for robbery, burglary, and possession of lance, a police investigator recognized On March 19, Tenderloin police saw one be arrested on a robbery charge. stolen property.

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BY CATHERINE STEFANI 4.2-acre site will transform into a beau- doing everything I can to change that. It to install new, solar compacting trash tiful park for a neighborhood lacking is why I fought for funding for additional cans at some of the busiest spots in Dis- an francisco faces many urgent in open space. Overlooking the bay, the cleaning services and have been working trict 2. These trash cans have an inter- challenges: the homelessness crisis, park will include a playground children with the mayor’s Fix-It team to get these nal trash compactor so they fit more growing mental health and sub- can enjoy, a central green lawn with services in place. trash and send an alert when they are Sstance abuse issues, and housing unaf- a community garden, and incredible Starting at the end of this month, pres- almost full. Additionally, they are more fordability. These issues are often the views. It is designed to be low-impact, sure washing will commence on North securely closed so trash cannot overflow first topics neighbors bring up when I with something for everyone to enjoy. Point from Laguna to Buchanan, on and people cannot rummage through ask them about their concerns. This new park would not be possi- Chestnut from Divisadero to Fillmore, them. They also come with cigarette butt In addition to these pressing challeng- ble without the Francisco Park Conser- on Fillmore receptacles and es, we must also focus on the conditions vancy. Their grassroots, community-led from Chestnut dog waste bags. in our neighborhoods and parks, which efforts and advocacy have made this to Union, and on I am working are basic government functions. While I project into a reality. I remember work- Union from Fill- on selecting loca- am hard at work addressing San Francis- ing on the resolution declaring the old more to Octavia. More than 270 tions now, and I co’s greatest challenges, I am also keeping reservoir as open space back in 2008 Crews will be contributions raised $22 hope to see about my focus on details that make San Fran- and watched as the community support out twice a week a dozen compact- cisco a great place to live. This month, grew over the years. We fought hard at to perform the million of the $25 million ing trash cans on I want to celebrate a huge milestone for City Hall to make this a reality, and the pressure washing the streets of Dis- open space in District 2 and highlight community and neighbors never gave and to also pick needed to build the park. trict 2 in the next some cleanliness improvements I have up. More than 270 contributions and up trash. We will couple months. been working on. pledges raised $22 million of the $25 have additional After these bins million budget needed to build Francis- trash pickups in several areas, including are installed, I will continue pushing for FRANCISCO PARK co Park. The success and support of this the Marina Safeway, near Moscone Park, better trash collection and management District 2 has some of the best open fundraising effort within the communi- on Lombard Street from Buchanan to to keep our streets and sidewalks clean spaces in our city. Whether you want ty truly demonstrates the ability of our Octavia, on Magnolia Street from Lagu- and litter-free. We will also be adding to enjoy a beautiful view from Lafayette neighborhood leaders to make positive na to Buchanan, and on Moulton Street additional trash cans in a few key areas or Alta Plaza Park, run along the water change for our city. from Fillmore to Steiner. that currently don’t have any. through Crissy Field to the base of the For more information on the park, As always, contact my office if you see Golden Gate Bridge, or go for an urban visit franciscopark.org. something that needs immediate and/or KEEPING DISTRICT 2 BEAUTIFUL hike in the Presidio, District 2 has much ongoing extra attention. Keeping our community clean is a to offer. After a decade of hard work, we CLEANING OUR COMMERCIAL team effort, and there are several ways will add to our open space by creating a CORRIDORS TAKING OUT THE TRASH to get involved. Residents can participate brand-new park in the densest part of In addition to our beautiful open space Overflowing public trash cans are in Adopt a Drain San Francisco through District 2 — Francisco Park. in District 2, we are also lucky to have problematic for several reasons I hardly the PUC and Adopt-A-Street through The park will be located at the site of some of the best commercial corridors in have to explain. The trash cans need to Public Works. You can also join me and the unused Francisco Reservoir at Bay the city. Unfortunately, they’re not look- be improved in many ways and rede- our Public Works’ Community Clean Street between Larkin and Hyde. This ing so beautiful lately. I am committed to signed. I am working with Public Works Team at special events.

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After a boaters, and ultimately the rest of the meeting last month convened by Save waterfront. Supervisor Stefani and I have Aquatic Park Pier, Supervisor Stefani assembled a regional working group, and and I, we hope all of these agencies we’re moving forward with an updated will have clear roles in addressing the risk assessment and vision study for the pier’s escalating deterioration and in Pier, leveraging our local, regional, and ultimately saving this vital gateway to federal resources. the waterfront. We know we need to act quickly, Built by President Franklin Roosevelt’s though, and will need the entire city’s Works Progress Administration (WPA) support. The longer we wait to begin in 1933, the pier has served as a public the rehab effort, the more costly the COMET CLUB spectator podium for some of the most construction becomes (original projec- breathtaking views of the city’s iconic tions in 2008 put the cost at $65 million, Dancing • Specialty Cocktails • 12 Brews on Tap skyline over the last 85 years, bringing a which has now grown to more than $100 mix of tourists (Ghirardelli Square and million in reconstruction costs). And the The Buena Vista loom nearby) to work- more we risk losing critical historic and ers (Williams-Sonoma has office space economic resources along the waterfront, adjacent and fisherfolk depend on access which drive tourism from the northeast to the bay) to history buffs (the Maritime side of the city. Additionally, we attrite Museum houses approximately 35,000 critical institutional knowledge, like the historic assets in the Aquatic Park Bath- National Park Service’s superintendent, house Building) and the swimming and Kevin Hendricks, who retired last month boating community (the South End Row- after shepherding the daily life of Aquatic ing Club and Dolphin Club both enjoy Park for 40 years. proud legacies nearby). Recent Nation- I am delighted to be working with my al Park Service safety risk assessments colleague from District 2 on this import- (previously done every five years and ant venture, and know that we have now bumped up to every two given the assembled a dream team of committed exacerbated conditions at the pier) have experts to fully realize the future for the 3111 Fillmore St. San Francisco 94123 shown significant deterioration of the northeastern waterfront so that genera- 415-567-5589 • CometclubSF.com more than 600 pilings and deck, and a tions of San Franciscans and visitors alike foreboding black fence has kept sight- can enjoy this public treasure.

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We are pleased to announce the introduction of what will become a treasured Cliff House tradition. The Zinc Bar Happy Hour The Tuesday night burger at Fiorella Polk requires more than a few napkins. Please Join Us! PHOTO: © TABLEHOPPER.COM. Monday – Friday, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm Zinc Bar & Balcony Lounge New high-end dim sum, Tuesday Light Bites, Drink Specials & Awesome Views night burgers, and Sunday brunch BY MARCIA GAGLIARDI Francisco I knew just keeps shuttering. The latest casualty is Elite Cafe, which closed COW HOLLOW after service on April 21, after 38 years A second, 70-seat location of Eric Lila- on Fillmore Street. Owner Andy Chun vois and Dave Cruz’s Little Gem (2184 (Schroeder’s, Press Club), who took over Union Street) has opened in the former and renovated the space three years ago, Umami Burger. The menu is similar to thanked all the friends and neighbors who their Hayes Valley spot, with a couple new supported the restaurant. Thanks for all dishes (including their gluten-free fried the memories of spicy oyster shooters and chicken). They’re opening with dinner ser- Bloody Marys on Sunday mornings while vice only (full service, not fast-casual/order sitting at the oyster bar in the front window. at the counter), but ramping up quickly for breakfast, lunch, and weekend brunch RUSSIAN HILL soon. The menu is designed for omnivores, Now open is Fiorella Polk (2238 Polk herbivores, and keto, paleo, vegan, and Street) from Boris Nemchenok (manag- 1090 Point Lobos | San Francisco | 415-386-3330 | CliffHouse.com gluten-free diets — so, basically, anyone ing director) and Brandon Gillis (culinary is welcome. Wine, beer, and nonalcoholic director), with executive chef Eli Franco. Some restrictions apply. Promotions are not valid on holidays. beverages are also available. Similar to the original Fiorella, Fiorella Polk Check out their Little Gem Pantry, fea- has a laid-back but well-dialed style, from turing packaged versions of ingredients the Cal-Italian menu centered on pasta and the kitchen uses, including bacon-coconut pizza (including a carbonara pizza) from crumble, cashew butter, and seasonal jam. the custom Mugnaini wood-fired oven to Tuesday–Thursday 5–9 p.m., Friday–Satur- the modern interior. Some new dishes day 5–10 p.m. to start. include calzones with seasonal fillings like broccolini with provolone, mozzarella di “A place worth finding.” GHIRARDELLI SQUARE bufala, ricotta, and banana pepper salsa, Dim sum fanatics (and Instagram stunt along with house-made ricotta cavatelli al food aficionados) have been eagerly antic- chicken sugo (so good). And then there’s ipating the opening of Palette Tea House the Tuesday night burger with buttermilk Please join us for Mother’s Day! (900 North Point Street.; no relation to onion rings! Chef Franco is making pastas Palette in SoMa), and it’s now open in the in-house from scratch, and doing in-house former Waxman’s space. Eater reports there butchery from whole animals. Stand by for are “127 seats in the main dining room, 19 a house-made charcuterie program as well. at the bar, 10 in a private dining room, and Find Italian and California wines select- an additional 100 on the patio.” ed by wine director Chris Tarbell, and bar The restaurant is the latest from Koi consultant Patrick Poelvoorde has crafted a Palace and Dragon Beaux owner Willy Ng, selection of low-ABV cocktails. The dining with general manager Dennis Leung. Look room seats 35, with a communal table for for many Koi Palace classics, along with groups of up to eight, plus there’s a bar some of the colorful and innovative dump- area with room for 12 at a marble counter lings from Dragon Beaux, plus upscale with a view of the kitchen. Bonus: Sidewalk touches like Kurobuta pork, spot prawns, seating with eight seats. Warm springtime and rice crepes with wagyu and black truf- weather can’t get here quickly enough. Sun- fle from chef Stephen Nguyen, with atten- day–Thursday 5–10 p.m., Friday–Saturday tion paid to colorful and whimsical presen- 5–11 p.m.; brunch to come. tations. Check out the insane lunch menu Looking for a brand-new brunch of your dim sum dreams, while dinner spot? The recently opened Abrazo (2000 Named one of “The 38 Essential San Francisco adds some grilled items. There is also a bar Hyde Street) is launching Sunday brunch Restaurants, Spring 2017” –Eater San Francisco menu from 3–5 p.m. with some nice bites throughout the summer from 11 a.m.–3 (bring on the sizzling Peking dumplings). p.m., and then reopening at 5:30 p.m. for FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM! Pastry chef Lyn Manangan has desserts regular dinner service. like chocolate mochi cake with salted pas- EL Lopo (1327 Polk Street) is now open, try cream. There’s a full bar with a cocktail a Spanish-inspired, food-forward wine bar menu from Carlos Yturria (The Treasury, (through a California lens), with dishes like Whitecap), and John Vuong (High Trea- Galician-style empanadas with romanesco Prime Rib Every Night! son) is behind the wine list. The interior and smoked ham and springtime tacos (to at the Marina’s Best Kept Secret! was updated by Sunny Tam of Studio O2 start — things will be ramping up in com- and designer Chris Ho of C&E Designs, ing weeks). Sunday–Thursday 4 p.m.–mid- and has a modern style that is a counter- night, Friday–Saturday 4 p.m.–2 a.m. (food point to the classic brick walls. Monday– menu 5–10 p.m.). 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BY JULIE MITCHELL The 70-seat restaurant features lush made with farm-to-box, locally sourced, INDIAN INSPIRATION greenery, light, natural materials, and a hormone-free produce and proteins. This Dabba is Hindi for lunchbox and was ccording to healthline, health white marble bar, highlighted by brilliant growing chain promises that all of its inspired by a food-delivery system in experts believe 2019 is the year of blue tile by Ann Sacks. Tables and shelves packaging is compostable, and its stores Mumbai operated by a network of deliv- the plant protein due to environ- are crafted from a single Douglas Fir tree are built with 35 percent reclaimed mate- ery workers called “dabbawalas” who ferry Amental, ethical, and health concerns. Dr. grown in Napa. Menu highlights include rials and FSA-certified wood. hot, home-cooked lunches from kitchens Mindy Haar, associate dean of under- King of Hayes — king salmon, spring veg- You can select from a chef-created sig- to customers’ office doorsteps and back. graduate affairs at the New York Insti- etables, pea tendrils, yellow lentils, pearl nature box, or create your own. Popular Dabba features organic and sustainable tute of Technology School of Health onions, and parsley broth ($28); bowls like boxes include The Workout, with chick- ingredients from local farms to create Professions, said in an online article, Asian-style beef short ribs with cauliflower, en, brown rice, steamed veggies, bean tacos, burritos, wraps, salads, and glu- “We will see more plant-based options onions, broccoli, romanesco, sesame seeds, sprouts, and pickled veggies with a tama- ten-free bowls with Indian flavors and such as bean pastas and soy, tofu, or qui- and jasmine rice ($17); salads and broths; rind vinaigrette ($12); or The Miss Jones, spices. Favorites include the lamb curry noa burgers on the market. Recent food and small bites featuring lemon- bowl with slow-roasted American lamb trends have increased the consumption that include hum- grass pork, chilled and curry sauce with seasonal basma- of avocado, kale, and quinoa; all wonder- mus with “non” noodles, sauce- ti rice, garbanzo beans, pickled carrots, ful nutrient-dense foods … . This year, bread (gluten-free, Like it or leave it, tossed veggies, car- and tangy tamarind ($13), and the veggie dandelion greens, rainbow carrots, beets for $9.75), and fish amel egg, toppings bowl with seasonal fruit and spicy herb and amaranth are the popular new kids tacos with sea bass expect more healthful, such as lime, fresh chutneys. Its hummus wrap includes a on the block.” and veggies ($16). herbs, shallots, mix of hummus, greens, quinoa, seasonal Beverages include meatless dishes on and chopped pea- fruit, and toasted nuts ($12). Diners can FOOD FOR MODERN EATERS wine, beer on tap, nuts ($13). Build- choose from house-made mango lassi — a A newcomer to Union Street that focus- and nonalcoholic menus all over town. ing your own box yogurt drink — organic chai, sodas, tea, es specifically on fresh, healthful dining options: house- requires you to cold-brew matcha, and beer and wine. is Little Gem, the second location for the made kombucha, several juices, and a vari- select a base of brown or jasmine rice, Dabba, 2240 Chestnut Street, 415-236- wildly successful Hayes Valley restaurant. ety of teas and coffees. Like many newer Asian salad, or chilled rice noodles, add 3984, dabba.com It serves what it calls a “thoughtful menu” cafes, Little Gem has a small “pantry,” a protein like seven-spice chicken, gar- of soups, salads, small bites, bowls, and where it sells some of its condiments and lic-and soy-glazed beef, or coconut curry, Neighborhood restaurants serving main courses for breakfast, lunch, din- packaged versions of its signature ingre- and continue with toppings and a choice health-conscious dishes like kale salads ner, and weekend brunch. Chef David dients like bacon-coconut crumble and of sauce. There are sides and snacks like and vegan burgers include Causwells, Cruz uses seasonal ingredients from local cashew butter. Little Gem, 2184 Union tofu and shrimp spring rolls, and salads. Super Duper Burgers, and Roam Artisan purveyors, and his dishes encourage shar- Street, 415-896-4552, littlegem.restaurant. 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Art World leries take the visitor chronolog- on display, including Holston continued from cover ically through Warhol’s career. (1975), Dominique de Menial His best-known paintings from (1969), Liza Minnelli (1978), and this sense, he was a mir- 1960 through 1968 can be found Gianni Versace (1979–80) as well ror that somehow managed here with groundbreaking icon- as a portrait of the artist’s moth- to change people, places, and ic paintings like Green Coca-Co- er, Julia Warhol (1974). These events that were already icon- la Bottles (1962), 192 One Dollar portraits became immediate ic into something even bigger Bills (1962), and the sculpture status symbols for the subjects through his repurposed imagery. Brillo Boxes (1969, version of portrayed, and in many ways An early purveyor of the Pop Art the 1964 original.) The exhi- enhanced their celebrity status. movement, Warhol kept much bition shifts to depictions of The 1970s and 1980s rep- of himself out of his paintings. celebrities, including Elvis, Eliz- resents Warhol’s Post-Pop art- The exhibition’s title, “From A abeth Taylor, and Jacqueline work, a lesser-known era that to B and Back Again,” comes Kennedy. A black box gallery included somber gold abstract from a book “written” by War- will screen samples of Warhol’s patches of dark and light in hol that consisted of transcripts films and videos including his the Shadow paintings (1978), from telephone calls between Screen Tests featuring Ethel and two large-scale Rorschach himself and his colleagues like Scull, Edie Sedgwick, and Billy paintings (1984). Another rarity Brigid Polk and Bob Colacello. Name (1964–65). on display is an unpacked per- This created a distance from the Gary Garrels, Elise S. Haas sonal time capsule, one of 610 book’s subject, and a “who said senior curator of painting and created over the course of the what” ambiguity in the narrative. sculpture at SFMOMA said, artist’s life. The Warhol of the book is, as a “His inner emotions, his psychic result, a collection of ideas and self were not his subject matter. Warhol’s visual influence can conversations instead of a per- Warhol is constantly labeled a Andy Warhol, Aretha Franklin, 1986. © THE ANDY WARHOL FOUNDATION FOR be seen everywhere. His care- sonal account from its author. Pop artist, but all that happened THE VISUAL ARTS, INC. / ARTISTS RIGHTS SOCIETY (ARS) NEW YORK. fully crafted persona is an early within a couple of years and then example of branding long before FROM SHOES TO BRILLO he moved on and the work goes This playful feeling continues in The Chelsea Girls (1966), remain the 21st century when reality BOXES quite dark and explores ques- Silver Clouds, an installation of some of the most influential television and social media have The exhibition begins with tions of gender and sexual iden- shiny Mylar balloons created in underground films of the sixties given everyone a public identity. two galleries of works on paper. tity, fame, subcultures.” Warhol’s 1966, a point in time where War- era. Andy Warhol remains a ubiq- This period includes some early painting subjects turned dark in hol declared himself to be done uitous presence in our culture, drawings from the 1940s as well the Death and Disaster series, with painting. This marked the SILKSCREENS AND and “From A to B and Back as Warhol’s commercial illustra- which memorializes everything beginning of activities in War- SHADOWS Again,” showcases not only an tions created for advertising in from electric chairs to car crash- hol’s Factory including his man- After a near-fatal assassination artist but also an ongoing chap- the 1950s. This includes collages es to botulism-contaminated agement of the legendary rock attempt in 1968, Warhol’s Fac- ter in American history. and sketches of shoes for the tuna fish. band The Velvet Underground tory became more businesslike From A to B and Back Again: Miller Shoe Company and illus- as well as filming and recording and less available to the outside Thursday 10 a.m.–9 p.m. & Fri.– trations for Glamour magazine THE FACTORY YEARS the happenings of the characters world. Perhaps his best-known Tue. 10 a.m.–5 p.m., May 19– and The New York Times. Bold, immersive experiences moving in an out of his work work in the seventies centered Sept. 2, $33, SFMOMA, 151 Third This early art laid the ground- await in the gallery decorated spaces in the Factory. Indeed, around Warhol’s large-scale silk- St., 415-357-4000, sfmoma.org work for Warhol’s focus on with 16 color-saturated Flow- Warhol announced his “retire- screened portraits of celebrities, objects, consumerism, and the er paintings (1964) which will ment” from painting to pursue cultural icons, gallerists, athletes, Sharon Anderson is an artist and mass production of repeated be installed on top of Warhol’s film making full time. His films, and business leaders. Nearly 40 writer in Southern California. She can motifs. Special exhibition gal- fanciful Cow Wallpaper (1966). including Empire (1964) and silk-screened portraits will be be reached at mindtheimage.com.

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12 MAY 2019 MARINA TIMES MARINATIMES.COM Michael Snyder on . . . Film Biopics and fictionalized realities

BY MICHAEL SNYDER such an approach. It examines woman who would become his the formative years of J.R.R. Tolk- wife, but those segments come off ately, it feels like every ien, British author of the beloved as secondary to his chums and his other new movie is based fantasy trilogy The Lord of the PTSD. The adult Tolkien is played on or inspired by real people Rings. by Nicholas Hoult (The Favourite, Land true events. And even if that’s We get a few glimpses of Tolk- Mad Max: Fury Road) with a stiff an exaggeration, you need only ien’s difficult, impoverished child- reserve that occasionally crumbles look at what’s currently playing hood, wherein the lone bright when pressure strikes or noble and what’s coming up to sense the spots are those times when his frail ideals elevate him. The less-devel- Left to right: Oleg Ivenko as Rudolf Nureyev and Mar Sodupe as trend. Last month saw the release mother imbued him with a love of oped role of his wife-to-be is taken Helena Romero in The White Crow. PHOTO: COURTESY OF SONY PICTURES CLASSICS of Red Joan, the fictionalized tale storytelling. But for the most part, by the gamine Lily Collins, who is of a real-life female scientist from the script focuses on his years as a expected to simply be appealing his attempt to defect to the West, stage work and the backstage England who became an atomic student in secondary school and and devoted. The result is pol- the screenplay by David Hare (The drama. spy for the USSR in the 1950s and university, the deep friendships ished, professional, and palatable Hours, The Reader) does man- Unlike Tolkien, The White Crow whose crimes were only uncov- he developed with four aristocrat- in a U.K. period drama/Master- age to cover a little background avoids flights of fancy, address- ered many years later. This month, ic classmates despite their class piece Theater way, although noth- material, hinting at underprivi- ing the most relevant public facts All Is True — a speculative drama differences, and his subsequent, ing as momentous or memorable leged origins like those that bur- of Nureyev’s life in a straightfor- about the final days of playwright harrowing stint as a soldier in the as Tolkien’s own masterpiece. dened Tolkien. Still, it’s Rudi as ward way. Of course, most mov- William Shakespeare with his trenches of World War I. Tolkien opens in selected the- a burgeoning, singular talent on ies of this type dramatize private family in Stratford-Upon-Avon — This tactic makes a case for aters on May 10. the verge of international stardom or intimate moments and feature hits theaters. Here are two more how these experiences informed who’s the real story. certain significant characters that examples: elements of his epic literary saga, THE WHITE CROW The White Crow benefits from combine elements of two or more particularly the quest and broth- Another current film biogra- the well-choreographed presence actual people, or are entirely fic- TOLKIEN erhood aspects and the other- phy — one that’s more concerned of Oleg Ivenko, a professional titious. And that’s the case here, Biopics — biographical movies worldly battles. We’re meant to with the professional rise of its dancer from the Ukraine in his as noted by the disclaimer in the that explore the lives of notable understand that his comrades subject rather than the source of first film role. Ivenko won’t win closing credits. Drama is the key, or notorious figures from history inspired the Fellowship of the his art — is The White Crow. any Oscars this time out, but his even if it’s purported to be a reflec- or the news — seldom offer a Ring in his books, and that his This is actor-director Ralph moves and the built-in tension of tion of reality. At some point in detailed birth-to-death account. war trauma was transmogrified Fiennes’s engrossing realization the defection are quite sufficient every biopic, you can be sure that To successfully accomplish that, into the demonic creatures such of Russian ballet legend Rudolf to keep the project moving. Plus, things are going to get more pic you’d need a trilogy or TV mini- as the fearsome dragon Smaug Nureyev’s struggle to escape the he’s surrounded by accomplished than bio. series to do your subject justice. who terrorizes Middle-earth. Soviet Union’s totalitarian control actors, including the veteran The White Crow opens at the Generally, an on-screen biogra- Visual effects that suggest a mon- of their citizens, even the Com- Fiennes as Russian ballet-master Embarcadero Center Cinema on phy hones in on the most signifi- ster roaming No Man’s Land get munist nation’s cultural ambassa- Pushkin and Adèle Exarchopou- May 10. cant aspect of someone’s career or the message across, although in a dors such as the members of tour- los (Blue Is the Warmest Color) personal growth. Tolkien, direct- heavy-handed way. ing dance companies. Primarily as cultured French doyenne and Michael Snyder is a print and broad- ed by Dome Karukoski (Tom of The movie also tracks Tolkien’s depicting Nureyev’s conflict with Rudi-rooter Clara Saint, as well cast journalist. Follow Michael on Finland) is a typical example of romance with the bright young his mentors and his handlers and as a troop of fine dancers for the Twitter: @cultureblaster.

MARINATIMES.COM MARINA TIMES MAY 2019 13 Calendar THEATER Weightless: A Rock Opera by The Kilbanes Wed.–Sun., May 1–5 & Tue.–Sun., May 7–12 May Events The Strand (1127 Market St.) Weightless weaves together myth with the not to miss this month Oakland-based, theatrical rock band The Kilbanes’s celebrated indie rock sound to tell a story of sisterhood, love, betrayal, and rebirth 42nd Street Moon: 110 in the Shade Veterans Memorial Cruise in a performance style that blends the raucous MAJOR EVENTS Wed.–Sun. through May 12 Saturday, May 18, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. energy of a rock show with the mesmerizing storytelling found in raw, experimental theater. Gateway Theatre (215 Jackson St.) S.S. Jeremiah O’Brien (Pier 45) $25–$65, 415-749-2228, act-sf.org In a Depression-era town, a sharp-witted but This annual tradition commemorates the gallantry of all veterans who have served insecure rancher’s daughter, Lizzie, is resolving 23rd PlayGround Festival of New Works herself to live out life as a spinster until in defense of America’s freedom. Live Daily, May 9–26 & Thu.–Sun., charming stranger Starbuck comes to town entertainment, complimentary beverages and food. Free (World War II and Korean War May 30–June 16 with the promise to make it rain, encouraging veterans)–$120 (special pricing for children and Potrero Stage (1695 18th St.) Lizzie to dream beyond her own view of groups), 415-544-0100, ssjeremiahobrien.org This festival features the Bay Area’s largest show- herself. $30–$75, 415-255-8207, case of new plays, with more than a dozen new 42ndstmoon.org short and full-length plays, from developmental staged readings to world premiere productions, Curran: The Jungle GALAS & BENEFITS featured in over 40 performances over six weeks. Tue.–Sun. through May 19 15th Annual Chefs’ Gala $7–$57, 415-992-6677, playground-sf.org Curran Theater (445 Geary St.) Thursday, May 2, 6:30–10 p.m. Mickey Mouse: From Walt to the World This play explores the short-lived, self-governing Bespoke Westfield Centre (845 Market St.) society that emerged within a sprawling refugee This food-centric event will feature tastings DANCE Wed.–Mon., May 16–Jan. 6, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. camp in Calais, France. Take a seat in an Afghan and cocktails from over 20 of the Bay Area’s Walt Disney Family Museum cafe, where those fleeing war and persecution best restaurants and includes live and silent Marin Dance Theatre: Springfest 2019 This original exhibition chronicles Mickey’s influ- created a world offering warm hospitality amidst auctions to raise awareness and funds to Saturday, May 11, 1–3 p.m. & 5–7 p.m. ence on art and entertainment over the past squalor and danger. $59–$165, 415-358-1220, nine decades and tells the story of his origin, help the S.F. homeless through Episcopal Cowell Theater, Fort Mason Center sfcurran.com rise to fame, and enduring worldwide appeal Community Services. $170 & up, 415-487-3300 This elegant dance performance includes ex- in relation to Walt Disney’s inspiring, parallel ext.1243, ecs-sf.org cerpts from Paquita and Sleeping Beauty story. $15–$35, 415-345-6800, wdfmuseum.org and other work by MDT. $30–$36, 415-499-8891, 32nd Annual Star Chefs & Vintners mdt.org PHOTO: COURTESY WALT DISNEY FAMILY MUSEUM JUST FOR MOM Gala Ruth Aswana S.F. School for the Arts Day Before Mother’s Day Mercantile Sunday, May 19, 5–11 p.m. Annual Dance Concert 106th Annual Bay to Breakers 12K Saturday, May 11, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Festival Pavilion, Fort Mason Center This epicurean extravaganza benefiting Meals Fri.–Sun., May 17–19 & Expo County Fair Bldg., Golden Gate Park Expo: Fri.–Sat., May 17–18, Pier 35 on Wheels features nearly 75 chefs, vintners, Cowell Theater, Fort Mason Center (1199 9th Ave.) bartenders, and beverage purveyors; an hors The program, Turbulent, features original works Race: Sunday, May 19, 8 a.m. Enjoy local makers, merchants, artists, food d’oeuvre and wine reception; a sit-down, three- by students and artists-in-residence. $25, 415- Starts: Main & Howard Streets artisans, food trucks, workshops, causes, beer course dinner; a lavish dessert reception; and 695-5700, sfsota.org The city’s best-known spectacle returns with and wine tasting, live entertainment, children’s live and silent auctions. $1,500/couple, 415-343- world-class runners leading a pack of jogging activities, and good times. Free, 415-465-2475, 1283, mowsf.org centipedes and jiggling Elvises (and other body sunsetmercantile.com parts), over the treacherous Hayes Street hill to S.F. Senior Center Annual Benefit MUSIC: CLASSICAL the finish at Ocean Beach. Free (expo), $70–$137 Friday, May 31, 6–9:30 p.m. (race; discounts for children and groups), 415- 78th Annual Mother’s Day Rose Show Chamber Music S.F.: War Memorial & Perf. Arts Cntr. 864-3432, baytobreakers.com Sunday, May 12, 12:30–4 p.m. Brandenburg Concertos County Fair Bldg., Golden Gate Park (401 Van Ness Ave.) Sunday, May 12, 3 p.m. Themed “Come Together,” guests are invited 41st Annual Carnaval San Francisco (1199 9th Ave.) Herbst Theatre (401 Van Ness Ave.) to rock ’n’ roll to the Beatles greatest hits Festival: Sat.–Sun., May 25–26, Bring your moms, cameras, questions, and Few musical works are as beloved as Bach’s six with tribute band Hard Day’s Night and to 10 a.m.–6 p.m. love of beautiful flowers to see a variety of concertos, which became the benchmark of enjoy food from S.F.’s best restaurants, drinks, miniatures, grandiflora, floribunda, and hybrid Baroque music and still have the power to move Harrison St. (btw. 16th & 24th Sts.) entertainment, raffle, and live auction. $125, 415- people almost three centuries later. $48, 415-392- Parade: Sunday, May 26, 9:30 a.m. tea roses. Free, 415-656-4356, sfrosesociety.org 923-4485, sfsenior.org Starts: 24th & Bryant Sts. 4400, chambermusicsf.org Experience the best of Latin American and Mother’s Day 5K & Kids’ Run MTT Conducts Mahler’s Seventh Caribbean cultures with food, music, dance, Sunday, May 12, 5K: 9–9:45 a.m. ARTS & CULTURE arts, crafts, and more. This year’s theme is ½ mile kids’ run: 9:45 a.m. Symphony “La Cultura Cura/Culture Heals” as a social Thu.–Sat., May 16–18, 8 p.m. Little Marina Green, Yacht Harbor Parking Lot and moral statement to counter the polarized Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Davies Symphony Hall Start Mother’s Day with this flat-course run political environment. Free, 415-206-0577, Mostly daily through May Winner of two Grammy Awards for their that circles the Marina Green and Crissy Field/ carnavalsanfrancisco.com Various S.F. locations recording of the Seventh Symphony, MTT and the Golden Gate Promenade. Free–$5, 415-978- Celebrate Asian and Pacific Islanders culture and San Francisco Symphony return to this epic work 0837, dserunners.com heritage throughout the month with museum for one of the most exciting concert events of the exhibitions, author talks, dance performances, year. $35–$175, 415-864-4000, sfsymphony.org Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch art and flower demonstrations, lectures, cooking Cruise classes, and more, including the CAAMFest film Sunday, May 12, 11 a.m. festival (see separate listing). Visit website for MUSIC: pricing and schedule, apasf.org Hornblower Yacht & S.F. Belle (Pier 3) CONTEMPORARY Give Mom a special day she won’t forget with Cinco de Mayo Festival a brunch cruise around the bay. Buffet brunch Saturday, May 4, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. includes champagne, live music, and more. $92 Valencia St. (btw. 21st & 24th Sts.) & $129, 888-467-6256, hornblower.com The celebration will showcase the best of Mex- Presidio Memorial Day Commemoration ican and Latin American cultures with a diverse array of Mexican and Latino foods, music, dance, Monday, May 27, 9:45 a.m.–2 p.m. COMMUNITY and artistry for the entire family. Free, 415-206- 7752, mncsf.org Pershing Square (97 Arguello Blvd.) CORNER S.F. National Cemetery (1 Lincoln Blvd.) Spring Open Studios Main Parade Ground (Sheridan Ave.) Sunday Streets: Bayview/Dogpatch Join veterans, families, and your community Sat.–Sun., May 4–5, 11 a.m.–6 p.m. for a parade and program to honor those Sunday, May 5, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Hunter’s Point Shipyard & Islais Creek Studios who died in service of the United States. Third St. (22nd to Carroll Sts.) Participating artists from the country’s largest Community picnic (noon–2 p.m.) follows with Come ride the T-line or bike, walk, skate, or artist’s community will present a variety food for purchase. Visit website for schedule. skateboard on car-free streets designed to of artwork, including painting, sculpture, Passion Pit Free, 415-561-4323, presidio.gov/events/ get you out, active, and exploring in the city’s printmaking, jewelry, and photography. Free, memorial-day-commemoration diverse neighborhoods. The inaugural Bayview 415-822-0922, shipyardartists.com Sunday, May 5, 8 p.m. PHOTO: COURTESY PRESIDIO TRUST Faith Festival will bring faith communities S.F. Masonic together for a day of service, worship, praise, The American indietronica band from Cam- and celebration. Visit website for map and MUSEUMS & bridge, Mass., celebrates the 10th anniversary details. Free, sundaystreetssf.com of their breakthrough album, Manners. LAST CHANCE GALLERIES $40–$55, 866-448-7849, ticketmaster.com 25th Annual Bike to Work Day PHOTO: FACEBOOK.COM/ PASSIONPITOFFICIAL Kimono Refashioned Early Ruebens Thursday, May 9 Tue.–Sun. through May 5, 10 a.m. Tue.–Sun. through Sept. 8, Citywide Asian Art Museum (200 Larkin St.) 9:30 a.m.–5:15 p.m. Todd Rundgren May is National Bike Month, so leave your car Kimono materials, forms, techniques, and Legion of Honor Sun.–Mon., May 12–13, 8 p.m. decorative motifs have inspired designers at home and join thousands of others in this Peter Paul Rubens was celebrated for his skillful Palace of Fine Arts Theater for more than 150 years. Featuring over 35 premier event. Stop by an Energizer Station, handling of oil paint; sensuous coloring; and Hello, it’s him, the American multi-instrumentalist, garments, this exhibition demonstrates that and enjoy free beverages/snacks and receive taut, action-packed depictions of dramatic singer, songwriter, and record producer who has kimonos continue to be a source of ideas for a free canvas tote bag and biking information. narratives. This exhibition focuses on the artist’s performed a diverse range of styles as a solo art- contemporary designers across the globe. $25, Visit website for locations and other events. most innovative period of production, from 1608 ist and as a member of the band Utopia. $45–$65, 415-581-3500, asianart.org Free, biketoworkday.com until about 1620. $28, 415-760-3600, famsf.org 866-448-7849, palaceoffinearts.org

14 MAY 2019 MARINA TIMES MARINATIMES.COM Marcus Shelby Orchestra POTABLES & EDIBLES Thu.–Sun., May 23–26 Smuin Ballet Celebrates its 25th Anniversary Season SFJazz Center (201 Franklin St.) China Basin Crab Crack Bassist, composer, arranger, educator, and Friday, May 10, 3–7 p.m. bandleader Marcus Shelby performs a different China Basin (185 Berry St.) muin ballet concludes its program each night, including a family matinee Enjoy a delicious and decadent afternoon of fine and programs with guests Angela Davis and author wines, craft beers, local crab, friends, and fun. 25th anniversary season this month David Handler. Visit website for schedule. $5–$70, $55–$65, 800-310-6563, sresproductions.com with Dance Series 2: The Best of 866-920-5299, sfjazz.org SSmuin and Renaissance. The Best of S.F. Maritime Beer Fest Smuin is a tribute to founder Michael Friday, May 10, 7–10 p.m. Smuin and features his vibrant works set NIGHTLIFE Pier 45 to the music of George and Ira Gershwin, Enjoy unlimited beer tastings, entertainment, Peggy Lee, Nat King Cole, and others. The LDW: Talking Heads Tribute and a souvenir tasting mug. $30, 415-561-6662, maritime.org work includes classic numbers such as Saturday, May 11, 8 p.m. “Unforgettable” and “Fever” from Smuin’s Boom Boom Room (1601 Fillmore St.) 3rd Annual Spring Wine Pour inaugural performance of Dances With The Portland, Ore.-based group will perform music Friday, May 17, 4–8 p.m. Songs. Also on the program are selections from the Talking Heads’s Stop Making Sense con- Pier 39 (The Embarcadero at Beach St.) cert film, plus original material. from Carmina Burana, Frankie and John- $12, 415-673-8000, Grab your friends for an evening of wine boomboomroom.com ny, Dancin’ with Gershwin, and more, all tastings, exclusive discounts, and entertainment. performed in Smuin’s signature contem- A portion of proceeds benefit Aquarium by the PHOTO: COURTESY SMUIN BALLET Eats Everything Bay. $20–$30 (includes commemorative wine porary style, which combines classical Saturday, May 18, 9:30 p.m. glass), 800-310-6563, sresproductions.com ballet with physicality and expression. women joined hands to form a 385-mile The Great Northern (119 Utah St.) Smuin, whose roots in contemporary wall of protest to create awareness of Daniel Pearce, aka Eats Everything, is one of the music can be traced to his time on Broad- gender equality and a religious ban that most influential producers on the electronic music way, was formerly a dancer, choreog- prevented women of menstrual age from scene. Come experience one of the U.K.’s finest rapher, and artistic director of the San entering a sacred Hindu temple. The dance music exports. Ages 21 & up, $15–$25, eat- severything.com Francisco Ballet. While in New York, he piece is complemented by the acclaimed worked with Leonard Bernstein, and with Oakland-based a capella group, Kitka SFMOMA Art Bash his then-wife, also created a nightclub act, Women’s Vocal Ensemble, which spe- Wednesday, May 22, 6 p.m.–1 a.m. which he called “a well-disguised ballet,” cializes in the techniques of traditional SFMOMA (151 Third St.) that was billed with entertainers such as and contemporary Balkan, Slavic, and This unforgettable party includes live art, musical Louis Armstrong, Peggy Lee, and Frank Caucasian vocal styling. performances, and incredible food and drinks. Sinatra. If you miss the San Francisco perfor- Roam the galleries, dance, enjoy live musical per- In Renaissance, former Smuin mentee, mances, the company will also perform formances, and more. Ages 21 & up, $250–$3,500, sfmoma/art-bash Aperitivo al Museo: dancer, and choreographer in residence, the Dance Series 02 program in Walnut Gnocco Fritto Night and current artistic director of the Sac- Creek (May 17–18), Mountain View (May ramento Ballet, Amy Seiwert, explores 23–26), and Carmel (May 31–June 1). Saturday, May 18, 6:30–8:30 p.m. music from Eastern European traditions Smuin Ballet Dance Series 02: FILMS & LECTURES Museo Italo Americano Bldg. C, Fort Mason Center while honoring the strength of commu- Thur.–Sun., May 2–5, YBCA Theater, David Brooks Enjoy a convivial evening at Museo Italo nity and solidarity of women. Seiwert 700 Howard St., $25–$81, 415-912-1899, Wednesday, May 1, 7:30 p.m. Americano and taste an original gnocco fritto, was inspired by the “women’s wall” in smuinballet.org Sydney Goldstein Theater (275 Hayes St.) a classic dish from Emilia Romagna, made India earlier this year, where millions of —L. Majer The New York Times op-ed columnist and author from an original recipe, along with a glass of regional wine. who appears regularly on PBS and NPR, explores $15–$25, RSVP at 415-673-2200 or [email protected]; sfmuseo.org/events our human relations within our societies — to our families, careers, faith, and community — and how these commitments help us to lead more mean- San Francisco Decorator Showcase ingful lives, in conversation with Ryan Bauer. $49, SPORTS & HEALTH 415-392-4400, cityarts.net 3rd Annual We Dare to Bare Fitness Festival Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Marina Green Triangle (200 Marina Blvd.) This outdoor event focuses on empowerment through fitness and offers classes by Barry’s Bootcamp, Soulcycle, and more. Proceeds benefit Movemeant Foundation’s impact programs that help adolescent girls build confidence and self-worth through movement. Visit website for pricing/fundraising requirements. movemeantfoundation.org

UCSF Celebrity Golf Classic CAAMFest 37 Monday, May 20, 9 a.m. Olympic Club (599 Skyline Blvd.) Daily (except May 13), May 9–19 The oldest athletic club in the country hosts Various S.F. & Oakland venues this tournament that benefits Team Fox for Now in its 37th year, CAAMFest features more Parkinson’s Research, and UCSF Benioff PHOTO: COURTESY SAN FRANCISCO DECORATOR SHOWCASE than 120 works showcasing new Asian-American Children’s Hospital. $150 & up, 415-476-6400, and Asian film, food, and music programs. $14 ucsfspecialevents.org (individual), $75 (6-pack), $500 all-access pass, an francisco’s own le petit tri- contemporary styling, many inspired by caamfest.com anon, this year’s showcase home at historic French spaces, design, or architec- PHOTO: CAAMFEST.COM FAMILY FUN 3800 Washington Street in Presidio tural periods. Standouts include L’Appar- SHeights is a massive mansion consisting of tement; Fleurs et Orangerie Atrium and 2nd Annual NPU Kids’ Carnival nine bedrooms and eight baths over four Butler’s Pantry; Petit Kitchen, Haute Hide- SCIENCE & Saturday, May 4, noon–4 p.m. stories and occupying 18,000-plus square away: A Tribute to Connoisseurship; Public Atrium, Palace of Fine Arts feet. A San Francisco Landmark listed on Secrets: In the Garden of Good and Naugh- ENVIRONMENT This carnival-themed day will feature bicycle carousels, games, crafts, glitter art, face the National Register of Historic Places, ty; Recital, Haughton Hall Reimagined; the Hope for Reefs: Addressing the Coral painting, a DIY car paint station, balloon the mansion was previously featured as a Master Bathroom Spa; Le salon d’écritoire Reef Crisis twisters, live music, interactive games, and showcase home in 1982. (writer’s den); and the Master Bedroom. Tuesday, May 21, 7 p.m. more, including food for purchase. Free, Also known as the Koshland House, the Also notable is the extensive use of exqui- facebook.com/events African Hall, California Academy of Sciences opulent, marbled home was built in 1904 site wallpapers, many hand-painted and While they cover less than 1 percent of the ocean DancEsteem 22nd Annual Performance by society architect Franklin S. Van Trees by de Gournay, and others, like the Main floor, coral reefs support approximately one-quar- Sat.–Sun., May 4–5 (2300 Vallejo Street, 1901 Jackson Street) Catering Kitchen vestibule with stemware ter of marine biodiversity on Earth and the liveli- Cowell Theater, Fort Mason Center for Marcus Koshland, an importer-export- on a shelf in a trompe l’œil design, and hoods of tens of millions of people. Learn about “Broadway Musical” celebrates the talents the challenges that reefs are currently facing, and er of wool, hide, and fur, and his wife, the modern interpretation of toile in the of fifth- and sixth-grade students and older next steps toward saving these invaluable ecosys- Corinne. The couple built the home after Rooftop Rendezvous, which features cus- and features choreography and dance styles tems. $15, 877-227-1831, calacademy.org visiting Louis XVI’s Palace of Versailles tom-created scenes of San Francisco. from Broadway. $10–$15, 415-602-8557, mobudancestudio.com, fortmason.org in Paris, and the home is a near-perfect Proceeds from the Decorator Showcase Mark Kurlansky & Anna Lappe: replica of Le Petit Trianon chateaux on the supports University High School’s finan- Plate to Planet YPT: Madeline at the Circus palace grounds, which the king gave to his cial aid program, which has raised over Thursday, May 16, 6:30 p.m. Sat.–Sun., May 4–19 wife, Marie Antoinette. Upon completion $16 million for deserving students over 40 The Commonwealth Club (110 The Embarcadero) Young Performers Theatre, Fort Mason Center of their home, the Koshlands hosted a years. The authors are two of the country’s most prolific When Madeline and her friend Pepito get Marie Antoinette-themed ball, appropri- San Francisco Decorator Show- and influential writing about feeding a crowded lost during a visit to the carnival and end up planet with a destabilized climate. They will share being carried away by circus acts, their rousing ately held in the mansion’s ballroom. case: Tue.–Sun. through May 26 & Mon- stories about the love of food, the people who adventures with a traveling circus begin. $12, Over 30 spaces in the mansion have been day, May 27, 3800 Washington St. (btw. produce it for us, and how climate change is 415-346-5550, ypt.org transformed by over 40 designers who have Maple & Cherry Sts.), $40, 415-447-5830, impacting virtually every corner of the global food impressively incorporated original archi- decoratorshowcase.org. system. $20, 415-597-6705, commonwealthclub.org E-mail: [email protected] tectural details while creating spaces with — L. Majer

MAY 2019 15 Wellness The Healthful Life Policy matters

MEMORIAL DAY EVENTS MONDAY, MAY 27, 2019 PRESIDIO NATIONAL CEMETERY 11AM Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s can often be a lonely and stressful role. GOLDEN GATE NATIONAL CEMETERY 11AM PHOTO: GERALT PRESIDIO KOREAN WAR MEMORIAL 1PM Tell Congress to make GOLDEN GATE PARK GROVE OF HEROES John Kennedy Drive, near 8th Ave. 3PM Alzheimer’s a priority BY PATTY BURNESS an earlier dementia was evident at least 12 years ago). But instead of focusing on here are more than 16 mil- the depressing stories, let me tell you how VETERANS GALLERY lion Americans caring for some- my ability to cope is aided by resources in one with Alzheimer’s or another the community (in person and online). War Memorial Tdementia, including 1.6 million in Cali- My mother has been a patient at the fornia alone. I am one of those people. I UCSF Memory and Aging Clinic since Veterans Building am responsible for my mother’s care. 2010; she was on the waiting list about 401 Van Ness, San Francisco In the midst of this untreatable and six months prior to her acceptance. March 6 - June 30, 2019 debilitating disease, it’s hard to think in She’s seen the same neurologist every 1pm - 8 pm these terms: I’m one of the lucky ones. I six months since then. In addition, I have a lot of support; most caregivers do have access to a cadre of professionals, Wednesday - Sunday not and often feel overwhelmed, stressed, including nurses and a nurse practi- and even depressed. Don’t get me wrong, tioner, social workers, and a clinical I have those same feelings, just not all day neuropsychologist among others — who Veterans of Foreign Wars Community Service Project every day. Support is crucial for the per- are all invaluable resources for me. I son living with Alzheimer’s, but it’s also also consult with a geriatric care man- essential for their caregivers. ager. She is trained in the disease, living Even with support, I still feel I’m on a accommodations, caregivers, etc. roller coaster, because just when you think Resources from the Alzheimer’s Asso- Visit us at you’ve solved a problem and are on top of ciation (alz.org) are critical. They include handling things, behaviors change and it workshops, support groups, conferences feels like starting all over again. This is the and online information, as well as the .com hardest thing I’ve ever had to do. association’s 24/7 help line. Look at some of the common problems But the reality of Alzheimer’s is that not • Additional content from caregivers face (a majority of whom are everyone caring for someone with the dis- featured writers women): ease is as lucky as I’ve been. This country’s system of dealing with Alzheimer’s isn’t • Expanded calendar • Getting a proper diagnosis for their working; in fact, a recent report (“2019 of events loved one; Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures”) • Coping with the disease and how a from the Alzheimer’s Association shows • Archives of past issues loved one is consumed by it; that primary care doctors aren’t offering • Having strength to be patient as the routine cognitive assessments to their • Special offers and disease unfolds; patients or referring families to clinical much more! • Dealing with the impact caring for and community resources. someone has on your own health, wel- Don’t wait until you or someone you Like us on Facebook.com/MarinaTimes fare, and financial well-being, including love needs help in dealing with Alzhei- the feelings of guilt, anger, and being mer’s. Contact Congresswoman Nancy Follow us on Twitter.com/TheMarinaTimes alone; Pelosi today to let her know Alzhei- • Managing the seemingly constant mer’s should be a priority in this country changes in patient behavior; (pelosi.house.gov). Encourage Speaker • Tackling the activities of daily liv- Pelosi to fully fund the BOLD Infrastruc- ing (including medication management, ture for Alzheimer’s Act (congress.gov/ dressing, bathing, eating, toileting, ambu- bill/115th-congress/senate-bill/2076). If lating, and other tasks); funding is provided, money will be made • Motivating your loved one through available to state public health depart- every day; ments to address the Alzheimer’s crisis PROPERTY OWNERS: Turn In Your Required ABE Form TODAY! • Acting as health care advocate; and help meet the needs of caregivers. • Organizing and monitoring insur- What you don’t find on the Alzhei- The Department of Building Inspection (DBI) is reminding property owners to ance and financial arrangements; and mer’s landscape today is a comprehensive comply with the Accessible Business Entrance (ABE) program, which requires • Having the time to do all of the above approach to dealing with the disease and existing buildings with a place of “public accommodation” to have all primary as you maintain your own life. providing support to the family. As a entrances from the public way accessible for people with disabilities. If you result, more patients with all dementias own commercial storefront(s), this Program applies to you. These problems exist whether your spend more time in emergency rooms loved one is at home and you’re handling and in need of health care services. You Submit form or compliance Category TAKE THIS IMPORTANT STEP! Tier checklist and specify Turn in your permit application to DBI by SeptemberDescription 15 most of the care, you’re supplementing probably know at least one person right compliance option To comply,to avoid property getting owners are this required placard to submit and a Notice of Violation your time with caregivers from home now who has this debilitating disease one of the following: Pre-Screening, Waiver or 1 In Compliance 1/1/19 Categoryon Checklist your property. Compliance form to DBI. health agencies, or you have moved your and you’re aware of the caregiver stress 2 No Steps but barriers 1/1/19 loved one to an assisted-living communi- syndrome. Help shine a light on this To read about the Program’s requirements and your One Step with 3 6/1/19 next steps,Find visit out sfdbi.org/businessentrance if your property is. on the list by other barriers ty. Unfortunately, I have personal stories pressing issue. 1+ Steps with visiting sfdbi.org/soft-story-properties-list.4 12/1/19 to tell about all of these circumstances as other barriers I travel with my mother on this journey Patty Burness can be found on Twitter that now extends into its sixth year since (@pattygb), Instagram (pburness) and her Alzheimer’s diagnosis (the onset of reached by e-mail at [email protected]

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ecently we decided to embark on a new journey — pet owner- ship. We brought home a wonder- Rful, loving puppy, a “goldador,” (golden MEET&GREET retriever-Labrador). This decision was years in the making — with three young GOLDEN GATE VALLEY children and busy lives, it never seemed NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION like the right time until now. The pro- (GGVNA)* cess of researching breeds, done mostly by our children, to bringing him home took about a year. It included many fam- ily meetings about the breeds, picking THURSDAY, MAY 9 5:30-9 PM names, and discussing chores and respon- sibilities. We wanted to be fully aware Saint Mary the Virgin Social Hall about what it entailed to own a dog — the 2325 Union (at Steiner) good and the challenging, and learned a lot in the process. Here are some tips if you are considering adding a furry pet to Complimentary food from local restaurants, your family: wine, and soft drinks DO YOUR HOMEWORK Adding a pet, especially a dog, to your Bob Bardell’s Historic Golden Gate Valley Slide Show family is not a decision that should be Crissy Field is one of many dog-friendly made lightly. Dogs are wonderful com- areas in San Francisco for walking and panions but a lot of work, and you really playing with your dog. Safety Awareness for Everyone ( SAFE) & Neighborhood need to do your homework to find a good Emergency Response Training (NERT) fit for your family. Make sure you know to say goodbye on Mondays, especially How GGVNA’s been helping keep the neighborhood what you are getting into, especially if for the kids, but it was so worth it to see you are bringing home a puppy. Res- the progress he had made by Friday when great for 40+ years cues and shelters have all ages and there he came home again. After four weeks, he are even breed-specific rescues, so please came home for two weeks then went back *Area served: Van Ness from Bay to Green, Green to Pierce, Pierce to Chestnut, consider adopting when possible. Also, for another week of “refining.” The cost is Chestnut to Laguna, Laguna to Bay, and Bay to Van Ness. consider your space, how much time you high, but we can return him anytime for can devote to a dog, and if you have the more training. resources to outsource help like a dog walker or a doggie day camp. PART OF THE FAMILY We had some concerns about allergies, I did not grow up with a dog and so we spent time with different breeds to never considered myself a “dog person,” P hil’s Electric Co . help our decision-making. We thought so when we decided to get a dog, I real- about our lifestyle and how we like to be ly hoped I would love him as much as SINCE 1941 SALES SERVICE PARTS outdoors a lot, so we wanted a dog that everyone said I would, and after just a could be with us few months, we all on hikes and at the love him. He has SPECIALIZING IN sporting fields. We been such a won- MIELE  SEBO  ELECTROLUX  BLUEAIR even visited dog Making sure your dog derful addition to parks and talked to our family, and ORECK  RICCAR  DYSON  SANITAIRE owners about dif- can thrive in an urban brings out some- ferent breeds and thing special in ROYAL  HOOVER  KENMORE watched how they environment is a top each of our kids. played and inter- Our oldest loves acted with other priority for many people. to snuggle — after dogs and people. long, challenging days as a teenager, it is so great to see TIME TO TRAIN her pour her heart into him. 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MARINATIMES.COM MARINA TIMES MAY 2019 17 Real Estate The Marina Times Real Estate Real Estate Reporter Dealmaking Market Report: March 2019 By Alain Pinel Realtors SINGLE FAMILY HOME SALES BEDROOMS/ ABOVE/AT/BELOW DAYS ON NEIGHBORHOOD ADDRESS BATHROOMS SALE PRICE ASKING PRICE MARKET

Cow Hollow 3050 Pierce Street 3BR/2BA $1,900,000 Above 14 3039 Baker Street 4BR/4BA $3,350,000 Below 57 2536 Greenwich Street 4BR/6+BA $8,455,000 At 47

Lake St. 136 3rd Avenue 4BR/3+BA $4,045,000 Above 12 10 5th Avenue 5BR/3+BA $5,950,000 Above 13

Laurel Heights 27 Commonwealth 6BR/3+BA $3,950,000 Below 7

Lone Mountain (no sales)

Marina 655 Marina Blvd. 5BR/4BA $4,125,000 Below 133 Professional sports is sometimes about real estate more than about sports, as Nob Hill (no sales) Oakland fans are finding with the A’s search for a new home. PHOTO: AMY K. POSNER North Beach (no sales)

Pacific Heights 2980 California Street 5BR/4BA $4,995,000 Above 29 1945 Franklin Street 5BR/7+BA $5,405,000 Below 53 2519 Broadway 4BR/3+BA $5,500,000 Above 12 The time value of money 2720 Pierce Street 5BR/4+BA $6,500,000 Below 11

Presidio Heights (no sales) BY JOHN ZIPPERER Bloomberg reports on the situation in Vancouver, Canada, where a new tax Russian Hill 45 Glover Street 4BR/3+BA $5,600,000 Below 50 POWER PLAYS on empty homes has foreign owners Sea Cliff 6529 California Street 3BR/2+BA $2,150,000 At 35 Recently in the news there was a story — many of them from China — rent- 34 25th Avenue 5BR/5+BA $6,250,000 Above 42 about the Oakland A’s baseball team lin- ing expensive homes to college kids at Telegraph Hill (no sales) ing up political support for a new stadium bargain-basement prices just to avoid to be built (they hope) at the Howard the unit being taxed for vacancy. Good CONDOS Terminal on the waterfront. The plan for the college kids, not helpful for the BEDROOMS/ ABOVE/AT/BELOW DAYS ON is opposed by unions and other groups families and working people who were NEIGHBORHOOD ADDRESS BATHROOMS SALE PRICE ASKING PRICE MARKET who prefer to have it built closer to where probably the reason for the tax in the the current stadium is located. San Fran- first place. Cow Hollow 2415 Van Ness Ave. #406 0BR/1BA $670,000 Above 5 2085 Greenwich Street 1BR/1BA $1,200,000 Above 6 cisco residents and sports fans certain- A better course of action might be 286 Moulton 2BR/1+BA $1,500,000 Above 88 ly know all of the political vitriol and one suggested months ago by Marina 3190 Scott Street #305 2BR/2BA $1,525,000 Above 11 2920 Buchanan Street #6 2BR/2BA $1,632,119 Above 8 horse-trading that can go into approving Times editor Susan Dyer Reynolds in 2847 Baker Street 3BR/2BA $2,850,000 Below 0 and designing and building a sports stadi- these pages. She looked at cities that had Lake St. 1025 Lake Street 1BR/1BA $600,000 Above 34 um, whether it’s the Giants’ beautiful park passed extra taxes on foreign buyers of 5530 California Street 2BR/1BA $965,000 Below 22 or the new Warriors stadium. It might be local real estate. The goal was to prevent

Laurel Heights 690 Spruce Street #103 2BR/2BA $1,300,000 Above 17 about ball games, but it involves politi- new housing construction from being 66 Parker Avenue 3BR/2BA $2,280,000 Below 58 cal arm-twisting, neighborhood pressure, snapped up by overseas buyers simply 37 Blake Street 4BT/4+BA $2.965,000 Above 18 and public venting by critics. looking to park their money in a safe Lone Mountain (no sales) And sometimes it involves stopping investment, with no intention of occu- time. pying or even renting the unit. In a large Marina 2101 Beach Street #103 1BR/1BA $822,500 Below 40 3835 Scott Street #101 1BR/1BA $910,000 Above 12 This reminds me of a story told to me city with lots of empty lots and space for 3789 Fillmore Street #6 1BR/1BA $1,025,000 Above 45 by a real estate power broker back in Illi- housing, that might not matter much, but 34 Rico Way 1BR/1BA $1,190,000 Above 0 1961 Beach Street 1BR/1BA $1,280,000 At 0 nois. In the mid-1980s, Chicago White in a place like San Francisco, with limited 36 Rico Way 2BR/2BA $1,575,000 Above 22 Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf — who made space and unaffordable housing for many 1424 Chestnut Street 2BR/1BA $1,650,000 Above 14 3418 Scott Street 3BR/2BA $2,010,000 Above 13 his fortune in real estate — was threat- people, it could make good sense to insti- 42 Casa Way 3BR/3BA $2,450,000 Below 123 ening to move the team to Florida if he tute such a tax or alternative disincentive 44 Casa Way 3BR/2BA $2,875,000 Below 94 didn’t get a publicly funded deal to help for foreign buyers. Nob Hill 1650 Jackson Street #707 1BR/1BA $850,000 Below 95 him build a new Comiskey Park. The When people have lots of money and 1650 Jackson Street #704 1BR/1BA $1,025,000 Above 19 1044 Jackson Street 3BR/2BA $1,395,000 At 28 deal was a complex matter that involved a too few places to invest it or if they don’t 1304 Pacific Avenue 2BR/2BA $1,485,000 Above 35 new state agency called the Illinois Sports trust their local banking system or gov- 1188 Pacific Avenue 2BR/2BA $1,550,000 Below 31 Facilities Authority to build and run the ernment, they look for safe havens. If the 1333 Jones Street #606 1BR/2BA $1,595,000 At 36 1186 Pacific Avenue 3BR/3BA $1,675,000 Above 6 new ballpark, and it had to be completed stock market tumbles, that would create in the first half of 1988. Literally, before another wave of money looking to be North Beach 33 Vandewater Street #304 1BR/1BA $796,000 Above 14 2151 Mason Street 2BR/1BA $1,100,000 Above 35 July 1, 1988. Unfortunately, politics is parked somewhere. 1731 Powell Street #301 2BR/2BA $2,000,000 Below 49 a messy thing, and come the evening Bloomberg reports that housing prices Pacific Heights 2364 Pacific Avenue #4 1BR/1BA $844,000 Above 238 of June 30, 1988, the state legislators have fallen in Vancouver as foreign buy- 1800 Washington St. #615 1BR/1BA $929,000 Above 7 were still arguing over the bill. The state’s ers look for someplace friendlier. 2311 Scott Street #4 1BR/1BA $950,000 Above 66 3234 Washington Street #4 2BR/2BA $1,065,000 Above 23 powerful governor, “Big Jim” Thompson 3132 Washington Street 2BR/1BA $1,070,000 Above 35 was reportedly working the floor of the QUOTE UNQUOTE 256 Presidio Avenue #6 2BR/1BA $1,205,017 Above 9 legislature trying to get the needed votes. “Uber’s blockbuster public filing 2687 California Street 2BR/2BA $1,275,000 Above 49 1650 Broadway #606 1BR/2BA $1,280,000 Below 0 And as it got to midnight — it didn’t. Just revealed more than $1 billion in planned 1998 Broadway #406 2BR/2BA $1,350,000 Below 36 a couple minutes before the clock was to real estate spending in San Francisco, 1856 Franklin Street #6 3BR/2BA $1,400,000 Below 162 2201 Sacramento St. #101 2BR/2BA $1,541,000 Above 7 strike midnight, the head of the Illinois where it is the third-largest private tenant. 2160 Pacific Avenue #1 2BR/2BA $1,550,000 Above 17 House of Representatives stopped the “In the past decade, the ride-hailing 1775 Broadway #7 2BR/2BA $1,550,000 Above 4 1998 Broadway #604 2BR/2BA $1,595,000 At 37 clock. Froze it. The roadblocks to the bill company grew to own and lease 1.7 2019 Green Street 2BR/2BA $1,885,000 Above 5 were then worked out and it was passed, million square feet across four neigh- 2327 Divisadero Street 3BR/2BA $2,075,000 Above 10 2429 Franklin Street 3BR/2+BA $2,195,000 At 26 after actual midnight but before midnight borhoods: Mid-Market, Mission Bay, the 2900 Washington Street 3BR/2BA $2,495,000 At 80 by the bizarro rules of Illinois politics. Financial District and Pier 70 in the Dog- 2471 Vallejo Street 3BR/2+BA $2,600,000 At 0 2963 Pacific Avenue 3BR/2BA $3,750,000 Above 6 And thus new Comiskey Park was patch. Only Salesforce and Wells Fargo built, and 30 years later you can still find have more real estate. Presidio Heights 341 Presidio Avenue 2BR/1BA $1,540,000 Above 4 Chicagoans and other Illinoisans com- “About 1 million square feet of that 3828 Sacramento Street #2 3BR/2BA $1,638,000 Above 11 324 Maple Street 3BR/3BA $2,510,000 Above 7 plaining about taxpayers being on the space is unoccupied and under construc- 3467 Jackson Street 4BR/2BA $2,795,000 At 3 hook for the stadium that was rammed tion in four adjacent buildings in Mission Russian Hill 2 Fallon Place #17 0BR/1BA $725,000 Above 26 through the legislature with stereotypical Bay, which will become the company’s 1380 Greenwich St. #203 1BR/1BA $825,000 Above 23 Chicago political style. But they’re prob- headquarters when it opens next year. 1281 Vallejo Street #4 1BR/1BA $985,000 Above 15 1097 Green street #5 2BR/1BA $1,260,000 Above 15 ably Cubs fans. “The bulk of Uber’s office spending 1265 Green Street 3BR/2BA $1,400,000 Below 50 is tied to two of the Mission Bay office 2701 Larkin Street #201 2BR/2+BA $3,400,000 Below 0 AND OTHER TRICKS 1151 Filbert Street 2BR.2+BA $4,150,000 Below 36 buildings, which total 580,000 square feet 1750 Taylor Street #405 3BR/3+BA $6,200,000 Below 176 Meanwhile, in San Francisco’s local and are part of the Warriors arena com-

Sea Cliff (no sales) legislature, solons are considering a plex. Uber said it will pay $1 billion to plan to fine owners of retail establish- lease the buildings over 20 years, or $86 Telegraph Hill 371 Union Street 2BR/1BA $1,520,000 Above 5 ments if they don’t rent them. Owners of per square foot annually.” vacant housing could face similar pun- —Roland Li, San Francisco Chronicle The data presented in this report is based on the San Francisco Multiple Listing Service and is accurate to the best of our knowledge, but cannot be guaranteed as such. For additional information, contact Jay Costello, ishment. I hope they’ll do some com- Manager, Alain Pinel. Real Estate, 1880 Lombard Street, 415.321.4274, [email protected]. www.apr.com parison research before fine-tuning the Real estate news tips? legislation. Email: [email protected]

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