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Reynolds Rap The usual suspects Hypocrisy and questionable ethics mar Small Business Commission in pet store debate

by susan dyer reynolds

efore the June 10 meeting of the San Francisco Small Business Commission (SBC), I overheard Commissioner William Ortiz- Cartagena say he was recusing himself from an Bagenda item due to a past relationship with the landlord’s parking lot. I knew immediately he was talking about Pet Food Express (PFE) seeking a conditional use permit to move into the long-empty Blockbuster building at 2460 Ballet on the bay as Oracle Team USA practices photo: © ACEA / photo GILLES MARtIN-RAGEt Lombard Street, but when I grabbed a copy of the agenda, PFE wasn’t listed. Then I got to number 8: “Presentation and possible action to support Pet Store merchants regard- ing their efforts to maintain their businesses.” The verbiage The battle on the bay stated that two pet stores on Chestnut Street were “work- ing to prevent their businesses from possible closure,” and by jim maxwell Racing’s AC72 boat capsized during become a real sticking point, with included five-minute presentations by Pam Hable of Catnip a training run on May 9. Since then, the Italian challengers threatening to and Bones and Susan Landry of Animal Connection II. he “Summer of Racing” the organizing committee released a go to court over the proposed rule Despite the fact PFE was not listed on the agenda, both is scheduled to kick-off on report with 37 safety recommenda- change. Any legal action would be presentations were nonstop barrages of anti-PFE rhetoric. July 5, now with a time tions to be implemented with the heard before the New York Supreme Afterward, Commissioner Mark Dwight announced he’d trial featuring at least three goal of providing safer sailing for the Court, which has jurisdiction over already made up his mind and the commission should Tof the teams instead of the originally crews. Though the four participat- the America’s Cup, and could delay vote against PFE — even though PFE hadn’t presented scheduled Fleet Race; but the future ing teams – Defender Oracle Team the start of the Louis Vuitton Cup their side of the story. Michael Levy, PFE’s founder and of the Louis Vuitton Cup challenger USA, Challenger of Record Artemis Challenger Series scheduled for July 7. co-owner, told Dwight that he just heard about the meet- series may yet turn into a legal battle Racing (Sweden), Luna Rossa (Italy), The elevator rudder in question ing three days earlier, and that Secretary Chris Schulman over the new rules. and Emirates Team New Zealand – provides stability as the boats rise had promised him five minutes during the “public com- This continues to be part of the fall- have agreed on the majority of those out of the water on their foil. The ment time.” As Levy spoke, the three-minute buzzer went out from the tragic death of Andrew safety measures, the adoption of a rule original rules allowed for the rud- off (the limit for public comment), and he reminded “Bart” Simpson when Artemis change regarding elevator rudders has america’s cup, continued on 13 pet store debate, continued on 3

The Coastal Commuter The Back Story If you’re going to San Francisco

by michael snyder

ver since I began working in Los Angeles for months at a time, I’ve been noticing profound changes in San Francisco whenever I’ve returned Enorth and settled in at my apartment for a breather. Sometimes it’s a closed restaurant, bar, or retail store in my neighborhood with a new joint in its place. Sometimes it’s new tenants in my building. Sometimes when I’ve been in Southern California for a particularly photo: CouRtESy CLIffhouSEpRojECt.CoM long time, I’ll return to the Bay Area and even observe a ripple or two in the local demographic — like more dog- owners or more Wednesday night drunks or more law The Cliff House celebrates 150 years students in my favorite cafe. But I was particularly weirded out by a recent change I encountered quite unexpectedly. I’d been away for by ernest beyl founded in 1861; the Cliff oldest restaurants — not 1912; No. 9 Fishermen’s almost two months and was invited by a friend to have House, 1863; Sam’s Grill, only in San Francisco but Grotto, 1935; and Original dinner at her place in Marin. A home-cooked meal pre- sn’t it exciting to live 1867; Fior d’Italia, 1886; also in the entire coun- Joe’s, 1937. pared by a superb chef? Count me in. in a city that has such the Tadich Grill, 1887; and try. And not that far into Think of it for a moment. So it was off to the Golden Gate Bridge early on a wonderful old restaurants? Shroeder’s, 1893. Those San Francisco’s future were San Francisco has clas- Sunday evening. I got to her place, and dinner was, as II’m thinking of places six, all founded in the 19th others that are still with sic, old-school restaurants commuter, continued on 6 like the Old Clam House, century, are among the us: Swan Oyster Depot, cliff house, continued on 4

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Pet Store Debate Conduct of Governmental ness were actually expanding continued from page 1 Officers Code, for which she (one of the most vocal oppo- In This Issue should be brought up on eth- nents, Animal Connection Office of Small Business ics charges. Further, if Ortiz- II, opened a store right next 18 24 Executive Director Regina Cartagena recused himself to an established PFE in Dick-Endrizzi that he was for a past relationship with Burlingame earlier this year). promised five minutes, at the landlord’s parking lot, As for the Coalition’s which point she cut him off, Dooley absolutely should claims of declining business, saying while he was asking recuse herself from any fur- they can’t back it up with for his additional two min- ther discussions about PFE. facts because the facts don’t utes he hit the 30-second It gets worse. On at least support them: According mark so his time was up. four occasions between to tax records, the six 30 When Rebecca Katz, 2009 and 2013, various pet stores closest to 2460 executive director of San members of the Coalition Lombard Street have seen Francisco Animal Care and were invited to speak before their total sales increase by Control (ACC), stood up the full SBC or subcommit- 142% to the tune of $8.11 to speak on PFE’s behalf, tees Dooley sat on while million since 2006, with a Commissioner Kathleen PFE was not. At a June 28, growth rate of more than 20 Dooley called her an unethi- 2010 Legislation and Policy percent per year. Clearly, the cal lobbyist for PFE. “They Committee meeting — reason Hable and Landry use their rescue work as a attended by Dick-Endrizzi, don’t want PFE on Lombard ploy,” Dooley said sarcas- Dooley, and Commissioner is they don’t want compe- tically. Katz told Dooley Irene Yee Riley — the owner tition; they want to keep she was not a lobbyist, of George pet stores in San their duopoly so they can News Arts & Entertainment but was there to state the Francisco and Berkeley, continue charging inflated Happenings and controversies Life and Nightlife facts: Without PFE pay- Bobby Wise, spoke for prices to little old ladies who News Briefs reports on biking, di Suvero Film critic Michael Snyder reviews Deceptive ing for all the can’t get out of sculpture sparks heat, the return of con- Practice and I’m So Excited; Sharon Anderson food at ACC, the neighbor- gestion pricing, more Central Subway reports on the latest museum controversy; the severely hood to shop news, a bid to bury utilities, Michelle Maryann LoRusso heads to the beer gar- underfunded The six pet stores nearby anywhere else. Shocked almost returns, and more. 4 dens; Evalyn Baron puts on a show; plus the city shelter Several com- Marina’s bestsellers. 18 couldn’t save have seen their sales increase missioners Community the thousands by 142% since 2006. said they had Calendar of animals they driven down The right Perfecting the City take in each L o m b a r d Supervisor Mark Farrell reports on July events year. Having a location on the Coalition. Wise asked recently and “were shocked” the effort to preserve the Francisco Did you know actress Molly Ringwald heads Lombard would provide that PFE not be allowed to to see nearly two dozen Reservoir land for green space; plus the up a jazz group? Or would you rather spend a cat adoption center for open a store on California empty storefronts, graf- mortgage Police Blotter. 6 your time with Bernadette Peters? Maybe the Pets Unlimited and allow Street, after which Dooley fiti, and homeless encamp- young ones would like to see Disney in con- ACC and other groups to and Riley directed staff to ments. “I feel terrible Street Beat cert? Music and more in July. 20 hold adoption events in the send a letter to the Planning about what’s happened to starts with the Marina, which, Katz pointed Commission opposing Lombard,” Dooley chimed See and do At Home out, is underserved when PFE on their behalf. They in. Apparently not terrible Ernest Beyl says something funny is going it comes to rescue. Dooley blamed the meeting sched- enough to fill an empty on in North Beach; Jim Maxwell reports Health and House appeared unmoved. ule of the SBC for not allow- building with a quality ten- right people. on a plethora of new retail changes on Julie Mitchell talks stretches and weights; After Lombard Business ing their position to be rati- ant. Shocking, considering Chestnut Street; plus Finds and Scene on Liz Farrell updates us on how to travel Merchants Association pres- fied by the full Commission. that in 2010 Dooley told the Street. 8 with children and stay sane; and Julia ident Awadalla Awadalla On May 17, 2013 the Examiner it was “a Strzesieski tells how to get your grill in spoke about how much the Dooley was also present at proliferation of rundown At First National Bank of Northern California, we’re Business & Finance top condition. 22 struggling merchants on a Permitting Committee vacant storefronts that have committed to providing home mortgage solutions that are: and near Lombard needed hearing where members of become a nest for drug Tech troubles and troubling tech a strong anchor tenant with the Coalition were again deals and squatters” that Susan Dyer Reynolds sees the nouveau Real Estate We get to know your needs and goals to a respected brand like PFE invited to attend and PFE shut down her flower busi- Personalized riche kids of Instagram partying like it’s The home market to bring foot traffic, Dooley was not. In an e-mail, ness in North Beach. best fulfill them. 1999; and John Zipperer takes a sober Carole Isaacs extols the benefits of getting asked, “When was this group Schulman told me it was She turned to Board of look at the government surveillance into a condo; Stephanie Saunders Ahlberg formed?” Awadalla told her “determined that it would Supervisors President David Our mortgage experts will guide you controversy. 10 Professional asks if the sky’s the limit; John Zipperer November 2012, and Dooley be most appropriate for the Chiu about drafting legisla- through the entire process. says the City missed a chance to help smirked, “This group was pet stores to first attend a tion to punish landlords of Sports the housing situation; plus our property formed just to get PFE in.” committee meeting … fol- vacant buildings with fines We understand your time is valuable and sales report. 25 PromPT Writing with the Zen Master How hypocritical of Dooley, lowed by a full Commission and fees. “We have many work with urgency and efficiency. Steve Hermanos lands an exclusive chat considering she was instru- meeting.” (Evidently it empty storefronts around with Hugh Delehanty, co-author with Phil Travel mental in forming the San wasn’t “most appropriate” the City that lead to blight Jackson of Eleven Rings. 12 Laguna Beach in Orange County Francisco Pet Store Coalition to tell PFE about the meet- and a lessened quality of life Discover how we can help you get the right mortgage for just to keep PFE out. ing or let them tell their in commercial corridors,” your home. Visit our Marina Branch and talk to Reina Cejas, Garrick Ramirez heads south to hit At an SBC hearing held side.) The “Committee,” Chiu said. “Merchants will 28 Food & Wine the beaches. Jan. 9, 2012, then-commis- consisting of Dooley and tell you it’s much more dif- Branch manager. Or call 415-287-8800. Dining and dishing sioner Janet Clyde praised Ortiz-Cartagena, then for- ficult to attract pedestrians Susan Dyer Reynolds dishes with Pets Dooley for assisting the mally recommended that and shoppers.” Cooking Channel star Kelly Nixon; Getting some education Coalition: “…your organiz- the full Commission ask Dooley either has a very Your neighborhood bank New and Notable introduces you to the Skylar Grey, inspired by Jazzy, heads to ing them became a force … the Planning Commission short memory, or protecting 2197 Chestnut Street latest hotspot; Bill Knutson fires up the kindergarten. 30 And who knew … this little to deny PFE’s conditional two pet stores from competi- San Francisco, CA 94123 grill for summertime barbeque season; group of pet shop owners use application for 2460 tion is more important to her Jeannine Sano uncorks some rosés; and the ONLINE SPECIALS could have such a dramatic Lombard Street for the sec- than helping Lombard thrive. Tablehopper welcomes a taste of Waiheke to impact here ... And it was ond time in four years. In the end, the SBC didn’t fnbnorcal.com San Francisco. 14 on www.marinatimes.com your advocacy and leader- At the June 10 SBC meet- vote on the item and tenta- ship with them that brought ing where that recom- tively rescheduled it for July an entire new constituency mendation was discussed, 22. Commissioner Dwight to City Hall.” President Steve Adams said did some serious backped- At that same meeting, PFE was a small business aling, blaming “being new” a division of Northside Publications, Inc. John Toja, owner of B&B success story and he felt the for his earlier statement about www.marinatimes.com | 3053 fillmore street, ste. 238, san francisco, ca 94123 Pet Supplies, also gushed Commission was punishing having his mind made up. “I Editorial: (415) 931-0515 | Fax: (415) 931-0987 | letters to the Editor: [email protected] Advertising: (415) 815-8081 [email protected] about Dooley’s role in help- them for it; Commissioner do need to hear more,” he said Calendar submissions due by the 15th of the month to [email protected] ing them keep PFE off Luke O’Brien seemed to sheepishly. “It’s not fair Mr. Lombard in 2009 and Petco agree: “It’s a local story, not Levy didn’t get to tell his side.” Publisher Managing Editor Social Media off Geary Boulevard in a big national chain. This I’m sure Commissioner Earl Adkins John Zipperer Shelia Fox 2011: “Her guidance during ordinance was meant to stop Dooley and her Coalition 12 - 100 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] all our meetings … walk- McDonald’s and Walgreen’s. couldn’t disagree more. Editor in Chief Editor, Arts & Entertainment Designer Steven Fromtling ing through a mine field It’s not a given that big hurts Susan Dyer Reynolds lynette Majer Web Designer Joe bachman [email protected] [email protected] of regulations, possibilities, small — they need a big The public is encouraged City Hall procedures....” business to bring traffic.” to attend the SBC’s July 22 VALET PARKING the Marina tiMes is distribUted free in san francisco’s northern neighborhoods (the Marina, cow hoLLow, Pacific heights, rUssian Not only may Dooley be O’Brien also mentioned that meeting. For more informa- hiLL, and north beach). MeMber of the san francisco neighborhood newsPaPer association. the views exPressed herein do not necessariLY refLect the views of the Marina tiMes or northside PUbLications. PLease send coMMents to [email protected] a hypocrite, but she appears the pet stores insisting PFE tion, call 415-554-6482 or or to the address above. coMMents of 200 words or Less have the best chance for PUbLication. PLease incLUde naMe, address and daYtiMe Phone nUMber for consideration. we reserve the right to abridge for sPace, cLaritY and civiLitY. to have violated the City’s would put them out of busi- visit www.sfgov.org/sbc.

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News Briefs Biker laws, Central Subway, powerline burial, congestion pricing, Shocked cancelled, art critics CIVIL GRAND JURY TO SF: Tutor Perini is one of the largest Undergrounding Utilities was or downtown,” Supervisor Jane scrubbed the project and tweet- DO MORE FOR BIKING contractors in the United States, planning a June 27 meeting to Kim told KQED’s Bryan Goebel. ed, “I deserve all the anger & San Francisco has greatly with annual revenue of nearly $4 build momentum behind this “Or we’re going to have to ask outrage be directed solely at me. expanded its network of bicycle billion. Infrastructure work, such movement. See future issues for people to pay if they do choose I am sorry. Intended this to be lanes and is pursuing a Board as subways, is one of its speciali- an update. to drive, so we can help improve healing but only caused more of Supervisors-mandated goal ties. Its work on San Francisco’s that infrastructure.” grief. My apologies.” of having 20 percent of travel in Central Subway includes con- CONGESTION PRICING the City be by bicycle by 2020. struction of three underground POSSIBILITY RETURNS SHOCKED’S RETURN DI SUVERO’S UNLOVED But a 2012–13 report by the San stations (at Union Square/ Stockholm has it; London has CANCELLED SCULPTURE Francisco Grand Jury, “Are the Market Street, Chinatown, and it; Milan has it; even Singapore Singer Michelle Shocked, It appears many people are Wheels Moving Forward?,” rec- Yerba Buena Gardens/Moscone has it. It’s congestion pricing, whose anti-gay rant at Yoshi’s not enamored with Mark di ommends even more be done, Center), a platform station at the charging of fees for driv- (1330 Fillmore Street) in March Suvero’s massive steel structures especially in bike training and Fourth and Brannan, and track- ing in crowded districts, and it ended with the staff turning off dotting Crissy Field, which were enforcement. work and systems from that plat- is once again being raised as a her microphone and announcing recently installed by SFMOMA The jury’s recommenda- form station to the Chinatown possibility for San Francisco’s she would never perform there as a cooperative venture with tions included expanding bike station. Its work is expected to downtown and South of Market. again, was preparing for a June the National Park Service (NPS) safety education to noncyclists, be substantially completed by For the past few years, Bay 30 return to San Francisco for a and the Golden Gate National increasing training for police spring 2018. Area drivers have already had Pride month concert sponsored Parks Conservancy. officers in bicycle law enforce- bridge tolls charged at different by the San Francisco Examiner. While art critics have praised ment, and adopting a plan that UNDERGROUND rates during different times of Examiner Publisher Todd the installation, public critique would aim for zero bike fatalities UTILITIES PUSH the day. If the current renewed Vogt (whose company also has been less kind, likening the and a 50 percent annual reduc- Calling city efforts to supplant interest in congestion pric- owns the SF Weekly and Bay sculptures to the large metal tion in bike collisions. its network of overhead cables ing for downtown catches on, Guardian weeklies and recently structures used by the Germans The report is available at www. and wires with underground it could lead to drivers being announced an investment in the in World War II to defend the sfsuperiorcourt.org (select the systems a half-finished job that charged a fee every time they Bay Area Reporter) defended beach at Normandy, giant Tinker “Civil Grant Jury Reports” link). leaves San Francisco with a web enter or leave the central busi- his invitation to Shocked for toys, “pieces [that] have rolled of aging cables and equipment, ness district. the free concert, saying that he down from the construction TUTOR PERINI STARTS the San Francisco Committee The Examiner’s Will Reisman had hoped to spotlight bigotry site and landed on the field,” CENTRAL SUBWAY WORK for Undergrounding Utilities is reported that the San Francisco and give Shocked a platform to and more. An online petition The San Francisco Municipal seeking support to finish the County Transportation Author- apologize. But by June 20, he (www.change.org/petitions/tell- Transportation Agency (SFMTA) job. The group is rallying neigh- ity is warning that unless private had scotched the idea. the-ggnpc-to-remove-the-large- has contracted with civil and borhood groups, such as the automobile traffic is reduced Explaining the invitation, steel-sculptures-in-crissy-field) building construction com- Russian Hill Neighbors, to join by 27 percent over the next 30 Vogt tweeted, “Maybe we chal- to remove the sculptures has gar- pany Tutor Perini Corp. for its “Clean up the Mesh” efforts years, traffic will be too crowded lenged Michelle Shocked to nered 251 signatures from across subway stations and related to get the City to fulfill previ- and dangerous. come to SF, answer for what the country. The NPS has stated work. SFMTA has given the ously established plans for these “We’re going to have to figure was said/reported, face her fans it has no plans to end the instal- company the go-ahead to start wires and cables. out ways to get people out of & foes alike and perform for lation before May 26, 2014, so work, which Tutor Perini has As the Marina Times went their cars and onto other modes free?” But after days of respond- whether the petition will change now begun. to press, the Committee for to get into the Financial District ing to the complaints, Vogt had that remains to be seen.

ner and became a San Francisco land- mark. Current proprietors are Mary and Dan Hountalas. They leased the property in 1973 and became co-owners a year later. Sutro Baths finally burned down in 1966 and is now a stark ruin with lots of memo- ries lurking about. My father and I stopped going to Sutro Baths in 1937 after its conver- sion to an ice skating rink. But we continued to take the streetcar out to the Cliff House for the clam chowder and sometimes for that San Francisco classic, the crab Louie, always a special treat for me. I loved the slightly nutty flavor of the fresh Dungeness crab topped with a tangy mayonnaise and chili sauce dressing. Just who Louie was is Left to right: Sutro Baths, a massive Victorian amusement center; The Cliff House burnt down on Sept. 7, 1907 photoS: CLIffhouSEpRojECt.CoM lost in history, but as early as 1914 Solari’s downtown on Geary had it on the menu. Cliff House A SWIM AND A BOWL OF CHOWDER at the fog-bound Pacific and talked about continued from page 1 In the 1930s when I was a boy, my fam- China, which was just over the horizon. A TOAST TO THE CLIFF HOUSE ily lived out on Turk Street in the fog belt. These days the Cliff House is really two where you don’t have to ask your waiter — Across the street were acres of sand. My DESTROYED BY FIRE AND REBUILT restaurants. One is Sutro’s in a dramatic with whom you are on a first name basis, of father liked to swim. Summer or winter, he The Cliff House traces its history back to wing of the building with panoramic ocean course — if the aspirin sauce served with the and I went by streetcar out to Land’s End at 1858. Samuel Brannan, a Mormon printer views. Seal Rocks is just offshore and the deconstructed liquid pea ravioli and freeze- Point Lobos, where he shared his passion who became the editor of the California Star Sutro Baths ruin is nearby. Sutro’s restaurant, dried pellets of olive essence is Bayer’s or for swimming by taking me to Sutro Baths, — San Francisco’s first newspaper — built it open for lunch and dinner, features seafood generic. That irreverent exaggeration may a massive, glass-enclosed Victorian amuse- with salvaged lumber from a vessel that had dishes like pan-seared scallops, local oysters be over the top, but not by much. I’m not a ment center where we paddled around in foundered on the rocks below the site. on the half shell, and bouillabaisse. lab animal in a science class, just a guy who one of several heated saltwater tanks. But In 1863 it was rebuilt and leased to The second Cliff House restaurant, the wants to get a good meatball and some spa- first we had to rent a swimsuit. That cost a Junius G. Foster, who operated the Cliff Bistro, open for breakfast, lunch and din- ghetti or a plate of sauerkraut with a garlic quarter. They were black, scratchy woolen House for the carriage trade and provided ner, also has views of the Pacific and offers sausage once in a while. tank tops and bottoms. After we donned meals and even accommodations. In 1881 many of the old Cliff House specials — It seems the dining-out gods just aren’t swimming “costumes” we ran through a it was sold to Adolph Sutro, a wealthy, omelets, clam chowder, steamed clams, making my kind of classic, old-time res- classic Greek portal into a steamy enclosure Comstock Lode mining engineer and later and my favorite, the crab Louie with that taurants anymore. When they’re gone, the size of a dirigible hanger. There were mayor of San Francisco. He also built Sutro pink, tangy dressing. they’re gone. And when they go, I miss slides, trapezes, springboards, and a high- Baths that same year. The Bistro is reminiscent of the original them like I miss the old-time saloons of dive platform. It was balmy with tropical The guest register of the Cliff House Cliff House where I dined as a boy. I still yesteryear with their accompanying free plants everywhere. We pinched our noses included three U.S. presidents and promi- go there occasionally for the clam chow- lunch. I’m just an old-fashioned kind of and took the plunge feet first. Who cared nent San Francisco families such as the der and to recall those boyhood outings guy, not a food fashionista. what the weather was like outside? Hearsts, Stanfords, and Crockers. with my father. I was reminded of this San Francisco And after our swim we walked to the That Cliff House was destroyed by fire in So let’s raise a glass to the old Cliff House. restaurant legacy the other day when I adjacent Cliff House for something warm, 1894. Sutro rebuilt it as a giant, seven-story Then let’s raise another to the Old Clam heard that the Cliff House — one of the usually a white china bowl of clam chow- French chateau below his estate on the bluffs House, Sam’s Grill, Fior d’Italia, the Tadich true San Francisco landmarks — was cel- der, which, as I recall, also cost a quarter. It of what we know today as Sutro Heights. It Grill, Shroeder’s, and those other San ebrating its 150th anniversary this month. was unctuous, New England chowder, rich survived San Francisco’s catastrophic 1906 Francisco classics. May they go on forever. Imagine it: right there on a cliff overlook- with clams — a creamy, sweet butter mem- earthquake and fire only to burn to the ing the Pacific still operating after all ory that comes back to me like a briny tide. ground the following year. Then, in 1909 Ernest Beyl is what he calls an old-school gour- these years. My dad and I sat side by side, stared out it was rebuilt in a simple, neoclassic man- mand. E-mail: [email protected]

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From Our Supervisor Green space Police Blotter Dispatches from San Francisco’s Northern Station The victims were nevertheless able to On the surveillance video from the bar, get a description of the vehicle and its police watched the subject get stopped and Francisco Reservoir: Crime on the beat license plate number as it drove away. SFPD escorted out by security; when he raised up inspectors on the other side of town located his hands, the purse fell to the ground. The crimes below are a small snapshot a damaged front door and a female victim the vehicle a short time later and officers The subject was transported to Northern A once in a lifetime opportunity of what the officers of Northern Station pointing out an apparently inebriated male. were able to arrest the driver, who was the Station for booking. While there, he was are doing. For a more comprehensive list, “I’m dumb for breaking the door,” the sole occupant of the car at that time. They found to have a meth pipe in his pocket, by supervisor mark farrell grass and trees. The abandoned GREAT PARkS NEED GREAT visit www.sf-police.org; under Compstat, subject said. “I just wanted to see her.” then left the car and watched it until the which earned him an additional charge. reservoir and the vegetated hill- PARTNERS: THE POTENTIAL there is a link to CrimeMAPS. The victim acknowledged that she and other three subjects returned to it, where- e are fortunate to side just above the reservoir are A number of years ago, the the subject are friends, but she “barely upon they were arrested without further live in one of the most under the jurisdiction of the SFPUC indicated it was inclined knows him.” The officers recorded the incident. The victims positively identified THE BICYCLE THIEF beautiful cities in the San Francisco Public Utilities to try to sell the property to a pri- UP ON THE HOUSETOP evidence of damage to the door and ran all of the subjects, who were arrested and Monday, May 13, 4:20 a.m. Wworld. According to the latest Commission (SFPUC) and is not vate developer — forever losing Tuesday, April 23, 2:49 a.m. a computer check on the subject, which booked at county jail. None of the stolen Undisclosed location census, more than 800,000 San being utilized whatsoever. the opportunity for public recre- 1100 Block of Sutter revealed he had $50,000 in outstand- property was successfully located. Franciscans now call this seven- The City and County of San ation and open space and limit- ing warrants. He was transported to Officers responding to a report of a pos- x-seven square-mile city their Francisco purchased the prop- ing this area of San Francisco photo: EARL AdkINS Police responded to a call from an apart- Northern Station and booked on charg- sible burglary in progress arrived to see home. Part of what makes our erty back in 1930 and trans- to the enjoyment of just a few. ment tenant who demanded the arrest of es of malicious mischief, vandalism to NEXT TIME, ORDER A DRINK two males near the address, one of whom urban environment so beauti- ferred it to the SFPUC’s prede- However, after extensive meet- for more than two years now of this size could be and what trespassers who were walking around on property, trespassing, and other charges. Sunday, May 12, 12:30 a.m. started to walk away from the first as soon ful is our parks, open spaces cessor, the San Francisco Water ings and a strong dialogue that and has taken great strides to features the city could greatly the roof above his unit. Officers reached the 2200 Block of Polk as he saw the police car coming toward and recreational facilities. These Department, for use as a reser- developed with the SFPUC over advance our vision of a park in benefit from. The Francisco roof and found three subjects, along with him. Officers quickly detained both sub- are critical public resources voir. Built the past two this location. Reservoir Group has joined several bags and backpacks. While detain- CAR BECOMES A HONEYPOT A Northern Station sergeant on uni- jects, then set about investigating the scene. that enhance city life for all San in 1861, the years, I am The Francisco Reservoir together and continues to spend ing the males for trespassing, the officers ran Sunday, May 5, 11:13 p.m. formed patrol stopped when he saw a The caller had said that he heard drilling Franciscans and help to keep Francisco excited to Working Group has not only the hours and hours necessary checks on their names and found that two of 2800 Block of Pierce subject being shoved out the front door of and grinding sounds coming from inside families in San Francisco. It is Reservoir The old Francisco report that shepherded community meet- to make this dream a reality for them had warrants for their arrest. A search a Polk Street bar. Bar employees told him the garage, where the bikes are kept. Officers true that great parks make a closed my office is ings about the potential design all of us. of the bags revealed numerous random keys, Officers interviewed separately four vic- that the subject was caught red-handed found that the front gate of the apart- great city. when the Reservoir is an eyesore in negotia- of the new park, but it is also I will continue to work on the tools, apparently stolen mail, checks not in tims of a robbery, and each told the officers stealing a purse from a bar patron. ment building had been pried open, and Today, we have a once-in-a- L o m b a r d with an amazing tions with dedicated to fundraising to ren- logistics and issues involved with the subjects’ name, miscellaneous ID cards, essentially the same story. They had been A witness said the subject had come into they discovered an open garage door and a lifetime opportunity to create a Reservoir the SFPUC ovate and endow the new park. transferring property from one and lock picks. hanging out on the steps of a Pierce Street the bar alone, sat at the bar, but didn’t order backpack that did not belong to the owner. brand-new park in the middle of opened a amount of potential. to sell the Ultimately, it is projected that city agency to another, and I will The apartment building manager said he home when a car with four individuals on a drink. Instead, he was looking at people’s Inside the bag were numerous “burglary Russian Hill — one of the densest few blocks Francisco $25 million in private dona- work with our great neighbors did not know the subjects and that they had board stopped to ask for direction to the property, apparently casing the place for tools,” including a battery operated grinder neighborhoods in our city. That away in 1940 and has been Reservoir site to the City of San tions is needed to make this to raise funds and transform no business being there. Two of the subjects BART station; the car then drove off, only items to steal. The bartender watched the and a handheld blowtorch. The officers also opportunity exists at the site of empty and boarded up for over Francisco. The current intention vision a reality — $5 million of what for many years has been were transported to Northern Station and to return a few minutes later. The four subject and saw him grab a purse from found a large piece of metal pipe, which was the old Francisco Reservoir, 70 years. is to place the Francisco Reservoir which would be dedicated to an eyesore into a park and open booked; the third was cited for trespassing subjects exited the car and approached the under the bar and place it into his jacket. cut from the bike rack area. They noticed which has been dilapidated and The entire Francisco Res- site within our Recreation and ongoing maintenance for the space for the entire City to enjoy. and released. men on the steps, asking if they wanted to The subject then got up and walked toward several unlocked bicycles and cut bike locks. boarded up for decades. It is an ervoir property is currently Park Department, acquire the park — so we have our work cut For more information on these buy marijuana. They began taking items the bathroom, which is when the establish- The caller said that the garage has been eyesore with an amazing amount zoned Public, designated as property using the Open Space out for us. At the moment, there efforts, or if you would like to such as bags, wallets, phones, and back- ment’s security stopped him and escorted broken into at least twice before. Officers of potential. Public Open Space in the City’s Acquisition Fund, and build a are several concepts of what a get involved, please visit their “I’M DUMB FOR BREAKING THE DOOR” packs from the victims, with one subject him out. took photos of the damage, property, and General Plan and included as brand-new four-plus acre park park at this location would look website at: www.franciscoreser Saturday, May 4, 1:24 a.m. holding his hand at his waistband, leading Another victim approached the officers crime scene. The subjects were transport- THE FRANCISCO RESERvOIR: open space on city maps and in the middle of Russian Hill. like, and the working group voir.org/Francisco_Reservoir/ 1400 Block of Pine the victims to believe he had a gun. One of and said that her purse was missing about ed to Northern Station, where they were WHAT IT IS NOW in the city’s summary statis- We are extremely lucky to have has engaged several individuals Home.html. As District 2 resi- the subjects punched a victim in the nose $50. She said she had — astonishingly — booked on charges of burglary, hot prowl, The Francisco Reservoir site tics. The Francisco Reservoir is a strong to come up dents, we are all extremely lucky Officers responding to a report of a per- and then went through his pockets after he left her purse unattended for a few minutes warrant arrest, conspiracy, possession of is approximately four acres of also listed in the city’s Ten-Year level of with ideas. to have such a dedicated and son breaking into a residence arrived to find collapsed on the ground. when she went to use the restroom. burglary tools, and more. land bordered by Hyde, Larkin, Capital Plan as a property to be commit- We are motivated group of neighbor- and Bay Streets and homes on explored for the preservation of ment in I will work to transform currently hood volunteers shepherding Chestnut Street in Russian Hill. open space. the com- an eyesore into a working on this vision. It is perched on a hillside with In general, San Francisco is munity to acquisition I will continue to pro- panoramic views of the Golden critically short of open space, turn this park and open space of the land vide updates on our progress Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, and with only one-half the national vision into and then through my newsletter and the entire bay, and is the perfect standard, which is 10 acres of a reality. for the entire City. will turn social media updates – you can location for a park with view- open space per 1,000 people. Our One of the our atten- subscribe to my monthly news- ing amenities that highlight the unique topography and current best parts of my job as supervisor tion to a community process to letter at www.markfarrell.com, natural amphitheater of our bay. density make open space acquisi- is working with the incredible develop how the final version of or follow me on Facebook at It is also located along the Hyde tion a particular challenge, but neighborhood groups we have the park will be designed. www.facebook.com/markfar Street cable car route and close if we are going to take concrete in District 2, and Russian Hill rellsf or Twitter @markfarrellsf. to several of our most popular steps to improve our quality is fortunate to have a number of HOW WE MAKE IT HAPPEN Please always feel free to call the tourist attractions, including the of life here in San Francisco, I strong neighborhood organiza- My office has been work- office if you have any questions Hyde Street Pier and Aquatic believe we need to leap when tions, including the Russian Hill ing with the SFPUC, the RPD, at 415-554-7752 or e-mail me at Park, Lombard Street, Ghirardelli opportunities present themselves. Neighbors and the Russian Hill and the Francisco Reservoir [email protected]. Square, and Fisherman’s Wharf. A chance to piece togeth- Improvement Association, as Working Group for over two The property consists of er a parcel the size of the well as adjacent groups, includ- years now. This truly has been In the August 2013 Marina a grassy area and hillside on Francisco Reservoir may not ing the North Beach Neighbors an organic process, with the Times, we will publish the Bay Street under the jurisdic- present itself again in San and Aquatic Park Neighbors. drive to create a dramatic piece third and concluding chapter tion of the Recreation and Park Francisco, and transforming Together, these four neighbor- of open space coming from the of Supervisor Farrell’s exami- Department (RPD) that is open this site into open space is one hood groups have formed the surrounding neighborhoods. nation of the San Francisco to the public and used as a dog of the greatest opportunities Francisco Reservoir Working The neighbors have stepped up budget, which will be deliber- park. There are a few benches at I have been presented with as Group, which has been work- to hold community meetings to ated and passed by the Board of the site, but most of it consists of a supervisor. ing very closely with my office solicit feedback on what a park Supervisors in late July.

Commuter approached the toll plaza and started to ride in these economically challenged times. put in place with cameras at every tollbooth. continued from page 1 slow down, I realized that other cars were There didn’t seem to be a person in the bun- They shot me (and my license plate), the zipping past me and through the plaza via ker to the right of the toll plaza either. computers did their research, they found expected, exquisite: homemade pasta in a lanes that were electronically registering the So I kept driving. Maybe they wouldn’t me, and they billed me. spicy arrabiata sauce, sautéed garden-fresh Fast Pass devices on each auto’s dashboard. notice that I snuck back into town. Now, if you ever cross the Golden Gate veggies, and for dessert, the Porsche of But I didn’t have a Fast Pass device. I spend I made it to the Tosca, embraced my pals, Bridge into the City and you don’t have a cookies — oatmeal chocolate-chip treats. so much of the year in L.A., and when I’m and had my last house cappuccino — at Fast Pass or some sort of monthly account I was stuffed and happy and relaxed when by the bay, I hardly ever go to Marin or least until the new Tosca opens, assuming you can pay into, the machine will track I suddenly realized that I was actually sup- Oakland. Why would I have a Fast Pass? I’ve that they’ll continue to make the bar’s signa- you down and get its money. Apparently, it posed to be present at one of those profound got money for those few bridge trips. ture drink. Eventually, I said my goodbyes, doesn’t matter where you’re from or whose changes I’m always noticing. It was, in fact, But wait. I looked across the breadth of went home and sacked out. By the next day, car you’re driving. Someone somewhere will the final night at the landmark North Beach the toll plaza, and saw nary a toll-taker. I forgot about the toll thing. have to cough up the dough or suffer the watering hole Tosca before it closed for Instead, a sign was flashing that I shouldn’t Two weeks later, an official-looking enve- consequences — an ever-increasing fine. renovations by its new owners. I knew that slow down. Now, I was starting to freak a lope arrived in my mailbox. It looked like it Yes, it happened. Big Brother is our toll- quite a few friends would be there, and I bit. If I blew through the toll plaza without might contain a summons. As I opened it, taker. And that’s kind of creepy. wanted to pay my respects to the outgoing paying, would a policeman chase me, pull I was thinking, Crap! They got me! It’s the management and staff, and have one last me over, and give me one of those $500 $500 ticket for running the toll plaza! Michael Snyder is a print and broadcast sweet-n-frothy house cappuccino. tickets that I’ve heard about — or worse, They got me all right. Inside the envelope journalist who covers pop culture every week Heading back to the City, I fumbled in toss me into the clink? Without a human in was a bill for $6, payable by check or credit on Sirius/XM’s Alex Bennett Program and my pocket for the requisite, increasingly a single toll booth, I almost wanted to find card. I wasn’t around when it happened, so KPFK/Public Radio’s David Feldman Show, pricey Golden Gate Bridge toll, and man- a cop to ask him what the hell was going I never got the news. All of the toll takers and on Michael Snyder’s Culture Blast, avail- aged to get my hands on $6 in bills. As I on. I knew for sure that it couldn’t be a free were laid off, and an electronic system was able online at YouTube and Digidev TV.

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Finds Images of the North Sketches from a North Beach Journal Comic oddments and oddities by ernest beyl lar Eisenhower jacket except it had “an extra flap to go over the mouth.” he death of Jonathan Winters Later Sahl could command $7,500 a week a while back sent me slipping into a but he knocked the price down to $5,000 reverie of memories of when there a week at the hungry i for his mentor, Twere comic giants walking the streets of Banducci. “Enrico saved me from selling North Beach. Winters was such a giant. I used cars in Los Angeles,” he said. Time met him once in the 1950s. He was appear- magazine called Sahl “the first notable ing at Enrico Banducci’s hungry i, and one political satirist since Will Rogers.” night at Enrico’s Coffeehouse on Broadway, the boss himself introduced me to the mas- SHE CALLED HER HUSBAND FANG STARTING JUNE 3rd ter comedian. 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When he played the hungry i, Jack E. by jim maxwell corporate office is in San Francisco, but Leonard thought it was open season on me. COSBY, GREGORY, PRYOR, AND CAMBRIDGE this will be their first store locally — they “‘What key are you in sonny boy?’ Banducci was one of the first to head- ertainly some of that June currently have 10 stores spread across “‘‘D-Flat.’ line African-American comics. “Dick gloom will linger over the Marina Arizona, California, Texas, Washington, “‘And you certainly are.’” Gregory had been doing church socials. I for a while with the loss of The and Utah. Their unique line of apparel Asher recalled: “One night after playing got Godfrey Cambridge early in his career. CGrove — a small, independent, locally for children and babies is also available at intro music for Mort Sahl, I slid off the piano Richard Pryor was always hanging around owned business that was truly a unique Nordstom. You can watch their progress bench and made my customary exit up a side wanting a chance, so I finally put him on. and beloved fixture in the neighborhood on Chestnut Street and sign up for their aisle on the way to the bar. Sahl’s voice knifed I got Bill Cosby from Philadelphia for $400 for more than 14 years. When owner e-mail newsletter online. over the speakers and stopped me cold. a week. He was unknown in San Francisco. Ken Zankel could not negotiate a new Peek Kids, 2156 Chestnut Street, “‘Mr. Asher, have you ever contemplated He stayed at my club 26 weeks the first time lease that didn’t hike his rent more than www.peekkids.com another livelihood?’ I booked him.” 50 percent to $20,500 per month for his “‘No, have you?’ I yelled out.” 1,500 square foot-cafe, he decided to In other news, We Olive has just As I said, there were giants walking the draw a line in the sand, pull up stakes, received approval to expand their store THE HIP MONOLOGIST streets of North Beach then. And now to and make sure his employees had posi- offerings to include wine. In addition In 1953 Enrico Banducci hired Mort end this column with a word from the great Saturday & Sunday, July 20th & 21st tions at one of his three other locations. to cooking classes and olive oil tastings, Sahl for $75 a week. He came out on stage Professor Irwin Corey: However …! The space is for lease, and it will be you will now be able to taste a seasonal and began delivering a hip monologue 10 am to 6 pm interesting to see how long it takes for selection of California wines and tapas on Senator Joseph McCarthy. He talked Ernest Beyl wants to do stand-up the property owner to find a new tenant, that utilize ingredients available in the about something called the McCarthy comedy but he’s not funny enough. and what that tenant will be. store. Owner Ferris Ferndon hopes to jacket. He said it was much like the popu- E-mail: [email protected] Just down the street, Peet’s Coffee has have his tasting bar ready by the end of also closed, but has plans to reopen later this the month, assuming the final permitting year farther down the street where Rabat issues go smoothly. Scene on the Street Colors of the season was located, another unique boutique that We Olive, 2379 Chestnut Street, 415-673- closed when they could not negotiate a lease 3669, www.weolive.com that would allow them to continue business at that location. Fans of Rabat now travel And just to end on a sweet note, if you across town to Noe Valley, where their sister are looking to have some more healthful store continues to thrive on 24th Street. A desserts catered for an event this summer, “for lease” sign remains, and we could not check out Sweet Kneads. Owner and Pastry confirm that Peet’s is indeed moving into Chef Maribeth Goldstein has a home office UNION STREET SPILLS OUT ONTO THE SIDEWALK FOR TWO DAYS ONLY that space. So for now, be kind to what right here in the Marina, and she is your you may perceive as zombies wandering self-described “go to gluten-free gal.” She around the Marina; they are not escap- makes wonderful organic and non-organic ENJOY DINING IN ONE OF OUR GOURMET RESTAURANTS ees from the latest summer horror flick, chocolate chunk-pecan cookies, sour cream they’re just the caffeine-deprived fans of blueberry crumb, or banana nut muffins, VISIT ONE OF OUR ACCLAIMED HAIR SALONS, SPAS AND PERSONAL SERVICES Peet’s waiting for the second coming of the honey almond cake, and decadent fudgy- locally grown roaster. pecan brownies. 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The Wild Wild Web Frisco follies Business As Usual Can you hear me now? Are the rich kids of Instagram the supermodels of today? Crack.

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The Instagram deal was the hairless, nubile bodies of 12-year- leaked the tech surveillance greatest science fiction writ- Benjamin Franklin line, olds guzzling from gargantuan bottles of information, fled to Hong ers of all time and a scientist “They who can give up like hitting the lottery for Veuve Clicquot; a smug blonde guy in a Kong, saying he had faith to boot, wasn’t considering essential liberty to obtain black blinged-out glitter hoody holding in its legal system to pro- the incredible advance- a little temporary safety, those onboard the train. up an equally gargantuan bottle of Cristal tect him. He is really saying ments in technology sift- deserve neither liberty nor and plastering American Express Black he has faith in China’s legal ing and watching that have safety.” If being able to sext to in the quote), Naomi Campbell, and cards to his forehead; and another guy system, because despite the taken place since then. For is an essential liberty to you Claudia Schiffer, made ridiculous sums being pulled through the snow in a sled promises of hands-off, two- the government isn’t put- and if not having your loved of money to do ridiculous things — hitched to a neon yellow Ferrari. I could systems coexistence with ting a human being in front ones blown up by religious and it went to their heads. Several of go on, but I don’t want to make you lose Hong Kong, the province of a monitor to track the fanatics constitutes “a little the elite group even joined forces to your lunch. is part of China and is less movements of each person temporary safety,” then keep create the Fashion Café, a takeoff on One year later Facebook has yet to separate than Puerto Rico suspected of being a terror- quoting. More likely, rea- Planet Hollywood, and eventually lost figure out a way to make money off is from the United States. If ist sympathizer; it is using sonable people will be con- their designer shirts on the project (I the photo-sharing app, but that hasn’t Snowden thinks China, one advanced databases and flicted on this when they guess people weren’t interested in a res- stopped the rich kids of Instagram from of the biggest cyber war- data-mining techniques that consider all the possibili- taurant from the minds of women who riors and the most famous make Facebook and Google ties on both sides, and they live on a diet of champagne, rice crackers censor of the Internet, is look like Amish farmers. By should seriously know what and cigarettes). his defender in his quest, noting every phone num- they have given up and what As the 1990s unfolded, fashion design- well, that’s his delusion. If ber dialed in this country, it they are getting. Both are ers began dumping supermodels as their he knows China’s reputation looks for people who might important. human clothes hangers in favor of movie but went into its grasp any- be contacting known or The problem is that it is starlets, and the public, as it always does, way, that might just be the suspected terrorists. When also not at all hard to think got bored and moved on to the next big compromise he was willing it has enough information, of ways that it can be disas- Join Us As We Celebrate the 150-Year thing — a revolutionary concept called to make to try to get himself then it gets authorization to trous for us if the govern- The Internet. Like the dinosaurs before beyond the United States’ get into the content of the ment is unable to track ter- Anniversary of the Iconic Cliff House! them, the reign of the supermodel was legal grasp. calls themselves. rorists and their enablers. over. Today, you can find some of them Enough of Snowden. To some people, even that is Manhattan used to be On July 17th and 18th we will host complimentary on late-night infomercials hawking skin- What about you? Should intrusion too far; to others, it sniffed at with disdain by care lines or on really bad America’s Next you be worried about these is just common sense defense conservatives as a home history events with presentations by local historians Top Model rip-off reality shows. Big Brother revelations? against a diffuse, smart and to anti-American lefties, and displays of antiquities from local collectors. The 1990s, of course, ended with the Should you be comforted determined enemy. just like they sniff at San dot-bomb heard round the world as the that the government has But if that’s the case, are Francisco. But if you, like web’s version of supermodels garnered such an aggressive informa- you still worried? Some I did, stopped at the street On July 19th we will have a celebration of tasting Fredericksen unrealistic valuations based on question- One year later, Facebook tion-gathering apparatus? no doubt are; meanwhile, corner on Manhattan’s Park and dancing in the Terrace Room with a ticket price Fredericksen Hardware & Paint able, unproven businesses that were unable Some of each? another portion of the out- Avenue South one day on of $18.63 in honor of the 1863 building. to make money nearly as fast as they spent has yet to make money For some perspective, lis- raged slide away, confident the way home from work a it. Webvan.com burned through $375 mil- ten to the Good Doctor, the that their iPhone isn’t butt- week after 9/11, and when lion in three years and went from a $1 bil- from Instagram. late Isaac Asimov. dialing al-Qaeda, so they a bus carrying troops drove Beginning in July, in both Sutro's and Hardwarea general store since & 1896 Paint lion valuation to bust within a year; eToys. More than three decades have nothing to worry about. by you were surprised to be The Bistro, we will offer dining specials that com had $247 million in debt before dying partying like it’s 1999. Because most of ago, Asimov criticized It’s not at all hard to think among a crowd of commut- celebrate our long and rich culinary history. a general store since 1896 off in 2001; GeoCities, purchased by Yahoo them were in diapers when $9,000 a day George Orwell’s 1984 night- of ways this can — and surely ers applauding, you know 3029 Fillmore St. San Francisco, California for $3.6 billion in January of 1999, was shut couldn’t rouse Linda Evangelista and in mare in which Big Brother will, sooner or later — be that it’s easy to sniff at people 3029 Fillmore St. San Francisco, California down in 2009; Pets.com went from IPO junior high when 1999 rolled around the saw everything you did, misused. 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Sports Corner Phil Jackson’s writing partner America’s Cup teams and sailors. I believe all 37 days in June to five days total. continued from page 1 of these safety recommendations But with only three challeng- … are important and necessary.” ers, Artemis can still be in the der to have a fixed winglet, giv- Ultimately, the new safety rules semifinals without competing in ing the boat a second point of will be adopted as part of the any of the round robin races. control over their pitch, much formal permit application to be This caused Emirates to fire a like the rear wing on a plane. approved by the Coast Guard. verbal shot across their bow, The newly proposed rule change But with respect to the eleva- with New Zealand’s Managing would allow that winglet to be tor rudders, Chief Petty Officer Director Grant Dalton in a adjustable, much like ailerons Mike Lutz said “We won’t go June 8, 2013 article in the New (movable flaps) on a plane’s into how they build their vessels; Zealand Herald, saying “So wing, providing even greater that’s up to the America’s Cup.” the whole thing is now geared control while foiling. Though While the elevator rudder to the needs of the weakest that might seem like a fine remains a major issue, other common denominator.” improvement, most teams have changes regarding the wind speed In reality, missing any com- not developed or practiced with limits under which it is safe to petitive racing not only puts Artist’s rendition of viewing and event venues along marina Green photo: © ACEA this type of equipment. Luna hold the event, as well as the cur- the team at a disadvantage in Rossa sees the implementation rent rule allowing teams to begin terms of ranking, but they also Meanwhile, amidst all the In a related story, the of this rule change as a ben- racing in the challenger’s series lose valuable opportunities to posturing in this high-stakes National Marine Manufacturers efit in performance, not safety, at their discretion, have resulted train and test their team and event and the drama of the past Association just released new as teams have completed hun- in some mudslinging between equipment under race condi- few months, the America’s Cup data that reveals the Bay Area’s dreds of hours of test- tions. That is exactly Event Authority has quietly con- boating economic value. As Delehanty says Jackson is unlikely to ever coach again in the NBA photo: CoMpujERAMEy ing without them and why there are set times tinued its fundraising efforts boaters rev up for the start of most without incident. for the defender to and has apparently closed the summer, the latest statistics on With the challengers With only three challengers, have access to the race gap on their commitment to the the boating industry in the Bay Interview with Hugh Delehanty, engaged in competi- course, giving Oracle city. The city’s own budget has Area show a total annual eco- tion from July through a team can still be in the an opportunity to pre- yet to be revised to reflect the nomic value of recreational boat- the second week of pare for their defense fewer racing days and associ- ing to be more than $958 million co-author of ‘Eleven Rings’ August, just maintain- semifinals without being in any with Ben Ainslie and ated costs, which should mean while providing over 7,800 jobs. ing their boats will Jimmy Spithill squar- that there will be no shortfall So as we prepare (or not) for by steve hermanos There’s not much “dirt” in Eleven leave little time for new of the round robin races. ing off in the two or expense to the city. Though the Summer of Racing, only one Rings. How do you decide how much research and devel- Team USA boats. overall revenue – originally pro- thing is certain: It’s going to be he hottest sports book of to put into the book, or not? opment of similar equipment. challengers. As Team Artemis Artemis Racing responded to jected at $1.9 billion – might some fast, exciting racing on the 2013 is Eleven Rings. It is co-writ- We didn’t want to do a dirt book. It’s not This could be seen as putting continues to rebuild their cap- the Kiwi’s slight with a press also be less, the event will still bay … whenever they do begin! ten by ex-Bulls and ex-Lakers about gossipy stuff. We wanted to focus Oracle at an advantage, because sized boat and has just launched release of their own stating, “We be bringing a huge economic For up-to-the-minute news on Tcoach Phil Jackson, and Hugh Delehanty, on leadership and his approach to leader- they would be free to imple- their second boat for testing, are doing our best to recover lift to the city, as even now the the 34th America’s Cup, visit www. a former editor for Sports Illustrated ship. We didn’t want to weigh it down with ment such an equipment change. they announced they would not and our target is to be ready Village is hosting sold-out con- americascup.com or www.oracle- and People. negative grousing. We gave it the tone Phil But as Regatta Director Iain begin racing until fully prepared for racing in the Louis Vuitton certs and upcoming events will team-usa.americascup.com to fol- The book is about the 11 NBA cham- talks to his players with. At the same time, Murray told the San Francisco and confident in their teams’ Cup’s semifinals on August 6, continue to bring in revenue. low Team USA’s progress. You can pionships that Jackson won as a player we didn’t want to ignore certain issues, like Chronicle, “The safety recom- safety, possibly missing the if not earlier. In the meantime, Marina residents not endeared also find more sailing info at our and a coach. Each chapter begins with the meltdown between Phil and [former mendations were made in isola- round robin races in which the the race schedule should remain to the America’s Cup will also local yacht club websites: www. a quote — from Buddhist texts, Tom Bulls general manager] Jerry Krause, and tion and without influence from teams earn points for ranking in unchanged and the deroga- see a shorter span of grandstands ggyc.com and www.stfyc.com. Waits, Thelonious Monk, and other the players and Jerry Krause. any stakeholder, but after con- the semifinals. That will effec- tory analogies should be left along the Marina Green as well sages not usually siderable consultation with the tively reduce the number of race on the dock.” as fewer race days. E-mail: [email protected] seen on the pages What makes Phil of a sports book. Jackson so unusual Phil Jackson’s main compared to other coaching method NBA coaches? was to encourage He’s a guy his teams to rise obsessed with comp- SMOOTH DRINKS The place through different etition but not with stages of group evo- winning. It’s not SIZZLING STEAKS lution. Sometimes about his ego. where locals he was more suc- [Former New York cessful than others. Knicks teammate, But he usually won. and former U.S. eat seafood! This book is Senator] Bill Bradley the second big- said of Phil, “He project collabora- leads from the inside tion between Phil out. Everybody else Jackson and Hugh leads from the outside Spectacular Bay Views Delehanty. In 1995 in.” After a while, with they wrote the most other coaches, basketball book Delehanty and Jackson talk leader- the players tune out. Sacred Hoops. Hugh ship, not dirt, in their new book Kobe Bryant told me, Delehanty recent- “What people don’t ly moved to San get about Phil is the Anselmo (Marin Zen and the bas- County) with his Phil Jackson is ketball are one and wife, writer Barbara “obsessed with the same.” Graham. competition but not How into Zen How long have Buddhism is Phil you known Phil with winning.” Jackson? Jackson? He practices Zen. Since 1993. A friend was starting He says, “There is no such thing as a Zen ITALIAN RESTAURANT World Famous Restaurant Tricycle, the Buddhist magazine. Phil master. There’s only Zen.” was an early subscriber. The friend SINCE 1937 asked Phil if he would be interviewed Are you a Zen Buddhist? by me. I practice Zen. I’ve been doing medi- 601 UNION STREET The interview appeared at a time tation since the early ’90s. Being in the NO when Phil wasn’t giving any interviews moment is what it’s about. T. 415-775-4877 to the sports world. So the Tricycle 9 FISHERMEN’S interview caused a bit of a stir. Do you think Phil Jackson will ever ORIGINALJOESSF.COM coach in the NBA again? As a co-author, what is your collabora- It’s unlikely. He likes his life now. He 415.673.7025 tion method? might if the circumstances are right. You Free Validated Parking GROTTO I do a lot of interviewing with Phil never know about these things. Everyone up front. Then I go and talk to his old wants him. 3 UNIQUE PRIVATE DINING ROOMS No. 9 Fisherman’s Wharf at the foot of Taylor players and coaches. What they say will [email protected] inspire new thinking on Phil’s part. Steve Hermanos is the author of Orange Waves fishermensgrotto.com Banquet Facilities Available Then I’ll go and interview Phil before of Giants! The 2012 Championship Season. writing each chapter. E-mail: [email protected]

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Fisherman’s Wharf Dishing with Kelsey Nixon New and Notable Learn and love wine Across the Bay… is calling your name Union Street French market Chez Berlue introduces new monthly wine club

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Show alito’s Crab House freshly made beignets, Tortuga Kelsey’s Essentials on the cooking channel & Prime Rib—Long a Caribbean rum cake and salted Airs part of the local “scene”, caramel vanilla crunch cake. season 5 premieres July 3 at 8 p.m., eastern standard time SSalito’s in Sausalito is fresh, It’s the perfect getaway on a Fun Facts he Franciscan Crab ed crab, crab Alfredo pasta, or Kelsey interned at Martha stewart Living and the food network series, Semi- bright and full of casual ambi- foggy city day. You can take a Restaurant- Don’t let the crab Enchilada—my favor- Homemade with sandra Lee. nixon gave birth to son oliver on June 24, 2012. ence. Large, multi-leveled decks ferry and pretend you’re on vaca- the name fool you— ite. No matter which way you overlook the water and the tion in a faraway village. At least beauty of the area is absolutely for one day! Sitting on beautiful Tthis Fisherman’s Wharf main- order, it is guaranteed to be by susan dyer reynolds try. Tongs are an extension of your hands — you can use them to toss a stirfry or A selection of French products offered by Chez Berlue photo: juLIE MItChELL breathtaking. Richardson stay serves food that goes fresh, flavorful and master- How did you go from “final four” and toss a salad, so those are essential, too. The versa- Bay, the blue well beyond steamed crab on fully prepared. “fan favorite” on The Next Food Network by julie mitchell charcuterie, including price. And membership tility of the The large covered, sky and spar- Star (Season 4) to your own show? What’s the best “first meal” for a true saucissions (sausages). is free. a platter. The menu includes The Franciscan’s other sea- I have no idea! I think it was a lot of hard beginning home cook to attempt? an Francisco is The third section of this The concept for the food offerings heated patio and kling water are work and good luck. I left the show, and Roast chicken! It’s the first thing I made the perfect place little boutique has a lov- wine club is simple. Each allows you the perfect set- delightful artisanal salumi food options are also stel- I realized I really needed to know what I for my in-laws and for my parents when to be a foodie. And ingly selected wine cellar, month Chez Berlue will twinkling lights set to have any- ting for an and burrata, specialties that lar, from the garlic-steamed wanted to say to people. Bobby Flay was they visited in college. It smells amazing, Swhile there are abun- co-owner Berlue’s baby offer members four dif- a terrific mentor to me on and after show; looks amazing — just butter it up and stuff dant local offerings from (she was born in Bordeaux ferent sets of two bottles thing from a the stage for dining afternoon or include the best fish and chips clams, the fresh fish prepared he told me to get restaurant experience, it, pop it in the oven, and work on your side farms, bakeries, artisan and raised by wine lovers), of select French wine selection of under the stars with evening of you’ve ever tasted, a barbecue in four signature styles, to the and I also worked with Pyrex doing reci- dishes. I love smashed potatoes — I have shops, and wineries, the with more than 450 bottles (three sets of red and pes for home cooks. I realized what I really memories of my mom worrying about City is also a place to of wine and champagne one set of white/Rosé). cheeses and cocktails and shredded short rib sandwich hearty seafood cioppino, per- loved was creat- lumps in the explore delicacies from from all regions of France Wine club members will salumi with the possibility of dining al fresco. ing recipes. I was mashed potatoes, around the world. — Burgundy, the Loire receive anywhere from house made The large and flavorful pastas like sea- fect for a cold day by the bay. recently married, so I just smash For Francophiles, 22 percent to 35 romance a foregone food linguine. And if you can find room, try and we moved to them skins and one such place is percent off the kettle bread conclusion. covered, heat- New York City all with a little Chez Berlue, which in-store price, and a bot- ed patio and But oh, the crabs: what a a decadent dessert made with right around butter and cream opened quietly If you’re in the mood as low as $20 for the time the cheese. So easy, on Union Street two bottles of tle of wine to a full-blown twinkling lights set the stage delight they are. You can start their house made frozen cus- Food Network not stressful, and almost a year-and- for fine food and wine wine. And as a feast of Dungeness crab and for dining under the stars with with a Dungeness crab cocktail tard ice cream. was launching really rustic. For a-half ago. This bonus, members succulent prime rib. The the possibility of romance a the Cooking a veggie, I love self-described from France, stop by will also receive or an order of crab cakes, move Pier 43 ½, 415.362.7733, Channel. Bobby haricot verts [thin French delicates- the little shop on Union. a small French menu is accessible. It’s sim- foregone conclusion. on to a crab Louie salad, and franciscancrabrestaurant.com. saw potential in green beans] with sen mini-market food surprise ple food, well-sourced, They serve breakfast on me, and that’s butter, lemon, and was founded by with their wine abundant and comforting the weekends beginning make your entrée a whole roast- Open daily at 11:30 am. how Kelsey’s chopped almonds. two young Frenchwomen Valley, Côtes du Rhone, each month. Essentials who missed specific prod- and Champagne — start- So if you’re in the mood yet sumptuous. at 9:00 am. Crab benedict, started. [Flay’s Favorite child- ucts from their homeland ing at $8.99. You can also for fine food and wine You can craft your dining hot buttered rum pancakes Rock Shrimp hood food? and decided to open a pick up a bottle of chilled from France, especially Productions pro- Banana cream shop carrying only French wine or Champagne delectable wines at ridicu- experience by beginning with and open face skillet omelets duces the show.] pie — and it’s still products that they love. if you need a quick gift lously affordable prices, oysters or sizzling iron-skillet are but a sampling of the my favorite food. The grocery section is on your way to a dinner stop by the little shop on roasted mussels, shrimp and weekend menu. Is there a Food broken down into two party or a date. Union and be transported, Network star A childhood specialty areas: the epic- Like many Californians, if just for a little while, crab and move to special- you always want- dish that was an erie, or spice shop, offers if your knowledge of to Paris. ties such as a crab enchilada, 1200 Bridgeway, Sausalito ed to meet? inspiration or a everything from black French wines is sketchy, Chez Berlue: 1749 I’ve met every- revelation? truffle oil, jam, choco- or you’re an aficionado, Union Street (near fresh fish or prime rib. Sweets 415.331.3226 one on the Food Making fresh lates, mustard, olives, Chez Berlue has just start- Gough), daily 11 a.m.–8 have their own category with salitoscrabhouse.com Network, which photoS: CouRtESy thE CookING ChANNEL pesto. My mom pasta, and French biscuits. ed a wine club designed p.m., 415-529-2121, www. has been amaz- always had a gar- The fresh, refrigerated to help you discover more chezberluesf.com ing, but recently I was nominated for a day- den, and she had fresh herbs, so every area offers pâtés, cheese, about and enjoy French time Emmy award and Ina Garten was sit- summer she had all kinds of basil, and duck confit, terrines, and wine at a reasonable E-mail: [email protected] ting next to me with [her husband] Jeffrey! we’d make pesto in ice cube trays and call She was very comfortable and so down to them pesto poppers. We’d put them in earth — not one ounce of ego. So I got to freezer bags and use them all year round. check “meeting the Barefoot Contessa” off my bucket list! Favorite places to eat in San Francisco? Advertise in the I shot my first cookbook in the Bay What are three essential tools every Area recently — the photographer lived in home cook should have in the kitchen? Emeryville. I ate at Chez Panisse [before A good sharp chef’s knife is something the fire], Zuni Café, Bi-Rite Creamery, everyone needs. My best tip is go to the Bar Tartine, and Bob’s Donuts. store and hold different brands to make Reach over 30,000 readers in sure it feels right — every knife fits dif- If you had to eat one thing for a week, “Hands down the best food you’ll find on Fisherman’s Wharf.” Sunset Magazine ferently in your hand. A bench scraper, what would it be? San Francisco’s northern neighborhoods. which may be surprising, but I use it That banana cream pie! to inquire about our advertising rates and for more information, ADVERTISEMENT. every day for everything from scooping contact us at [email protected] or call our offices at (415) 815-8081 ADVERTISEMENT. ingredients into the pan to making pas- E-mail: [email protected]

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The Kitchenless Cook Great grilling The Tablehopper Hot tips AMERICA’S TOP STEAKHOUSES Get a taste of New Zealand Osso Steakhouse — 1177 California Street, San Francisco, CA Barbecue time Bobo’s — 1450 Lombard, San Francisco, CA by bill knutson at Waiheke Island Yacht Club Peter Luger Steakhouse — 178 Broadway, Brooklyn, NY bout two years ago, I had to Bern’s Steakhouse — 1208 South Howard Avenue, Tampa, FL give up my grill. The apartment by marcia gagliardi sized groups. The menu has been adjusted CUT — 9500 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills, CA building I live in started enforcing to be more fun and playful, and the bar Aa California fire code that bans grills with a uring my recent trip to New program has been updated to reflect San Emeril’s Delmonico — 3355 South Las Vegas Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV propane tank larger than one pound. While Zealand, I had the pleasure of mak- Francisco’s quality cocktail culture. Mario Batali’s Carnevino — 3325 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas, NV I have always felt comfortable cooking in a ing my way through all the appe- The focus will be on high-quality, hyper- kitchen, I had a feeling of emptiness without Dtizers at Clooney in Auckland, a chic and local cocktails (all of the ingredients for the Chicago Cut — 300 North LaSalle, Chicago, IL an open flame to char my meat on. I had no contemporary restaurant from restaurateur signature cocktails were sourced from within The Precinct — 311 Delta Avenue, Cincinnati, OH faith that any of the little portable grills could Tony Stewart (also behind The Hamptons in 100 miles of San Francisco), plus small plates meet my needs and satisfy my desire for fire. Auckland). He told me he had a pop-up, New and steaks. The place is intended for groups, Elway’s Cherry Creek — 2500 East First Avenue, Denver, CO About six months ago, I decided that I Zealand-inspired restaurant and bar project with punch served in vintage bowl sets and couldn’t live without a grill anymore, and that was going to open in San Francisco for small plates for sharing. took a chance on the Weber Q. My research the America’s Cup. After waiting on some On the small plates menu by executive chef showed that it could produce plenty of heat finalized details, I can finally spill the beans Mark Richardson and restaurant chef Chris and had enough grill space to fit my needs. Apricot-ginger baby back ribs on Waiheke Island Yacht Club, due to open Aguirre, there are dishes like soft scrambled photo: ELIzAbEth ARMStRoNG And while I can’t roast a turkey on it, I can Thursday, July 4 on Pier 29. egg topped with Fort Bragg uni, or hand- grill a couple of rib-eye steaks any time. tional 20 minutes. Test for doneness. First, I need to explain Waiheke Island a made pastas like duck confit agnolotti with But my true test for any grill is how well it Note: I have two ways of testing for done- bit, if you’re not familiar. It’s a short ferry braised pistachios and pickled leeks. Steaks can barbecue ribs, and the Q did not disap- ness. The first is to see if the meat has pulled ride from Auckland. And let me tell you, include Five Dot Ranch’s 10-ounce prime point. And all my time in the kitchen these back from the end of the bones by about half it’s the picture of dreamy. It has wineries, bone-in New York strip and Brandt Farms’ last few years has given me the opportunity an inch. The second is to lift the ribs from one gorgeous beaches, 16-ounce rib eye. to try flavors not normally associated with end; the ribs should flex easily. winding roads, They’ve also got barbecue, which has led to the these two rib When ribs appear done, generously rub delicious food, and two versions of recipes. The first is an apricot-ginger glaze glaze over meat side and cook for an addi- a wonderful easy- Waiheke Island is the their burger: the for my favorite ribs, baby backs. For the tional 5 minutes. Turn ribs over, glaze breezy vibe. I was classic with sir- second recipe, I created a lemongrass-sweet- bone side, and cook for another 5 minutes. so sorry I was only picture of dreamy. It loin, cheddar, and chili marinade for flanken-style beef short Remove from heat, and let sit for 5 minutes. there for the day. fries or the duck- ribs. The flanken-style rib is most often used Cut between bones and serve. I was ready to just has wineries, gorgeous fat burger with in Korean cuisine, and is created by thinly show up with my American Kobe slicing the short ribs across the bone. LEMONGRASS-SWEET CHILI toothbrush and beaches, delicious food. and, duh, duck fat. It’s great to be grilling again, and a plea- FLANKEN-STYLE BEEF RIBS move there. The menu will be sure to share it with you. Serves 2–3 Tony Stewart will be re-creating the available both in the dining room and at the

relaxed, unpretentious and comfortable feel- bar. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner PHOTOS: MISHA BRUK APRICOT-GINGER BABY BACK RIBS 1 (13-ounce) can coconut milk ing of Waiheke here in San Francisco, along daily 6:30 a.m.–midnight. Serves 2–3 6 ounces sweet chili garlic sauce with bringing the progressive New Zealand- The former Fourth Wave Coffee loca- 6 ounces sake style cuisine (and some ingredients, includ- tion on Polk has a new taker: none other 1 tablespoon grated ginger (use a Microplane 1 thick stalk lemongrass ing Silver Fern Farm’s Silere merino lamb) than the fine folks of Kasa Indian Eatery grater if possible) 2 pounds flanken-style beef short ribs that his projects are known for. There will (1356 Polk Street). Owners Anamika and Osso Steakhouse 8 ounces apricot fruit spread (I prefer the 100% be a four-course menu with choices each Suresh Khanna hope to have the new spot fruit, no-sugar-added style) Heat grill to high heat. In a mixing bowl, com- evening, plus two-, three-, and four-course up and running any day now. The new sso Wolfgang Puck’s CUT. vor that is nothing 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar bine liquid ingredients and mix well. Set aside. menus at lunch. Many of these dishes will outpost will have the same menu as their 1 teaspoon salt Cut off end of lemongrass and discard, also be available on the bar menu, so you can Castro location, with some more colorful Steakhouse The steakhouse is short of a revelation. 1 teaspoon pepper then slice stalk lengthwise. With the flat side just swing by for a drink and a bite as well. design elements. They may also stay open is the lat- located in the landmark For the truly hardy, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper of your knife, pound stalk to release the oils. Look for brunch to launch in August. later on weekends to accommodate the Oest creation from the Gramercy Towers, next try the three-inch 1 rack baby back ribs Place lemongrass in bottom of a nonreactive Stewart’s culinary team includes head Polk Street crowds. For now, hours will be container large enough to hold all ingredients. chef Hayden McMillen (TriBeCa, Vinnie’s, 11 a.m.–10 p.m. people who brought door to the Masonic thick Bone-in New Heat grill to medium-high heat. In a mix- Lay ribs on top of lemongrass and add Huka Lodge, Meredith’s, The French Café), Some new projects to add to your radar: you The Stinking Auditorium on pres- York New York Empire ing bowl, combine ginger, apricot spread, liquid mixture. Cover container and marinate who is known for an innovative style built first, Pesce will be swimming downstream and vinegar and mix well. Set aside. ribs 8–24 hours. Grill about 5 minutes on around seasonality and purity of flavor. from its Russian Hill location on Polk Street Rose, Calzone’s and tigious Nob Hill, Steak Building Cut. It’s Combine spices and sprinkle evenly over each side or until there are significant grill His sous chef is local boy Nicholas Patchen to the former 2223 Market Street/Jake’s Bobo’s, which was near the Fairmont, the juiciest, most per- meat side of ribs. marks. Remove from heat, and serve whole (Boulevard, Ritz-Carlton Half Moon Bay, on Market location in the Castro. Owners listed as one of the Mark Hopkins and fectly marbled beef that Place ribs bone side down on the grill, pieces immediately. Spruce, Campton Place, and All Spice in San Ruggero Gadaldi and Adriano Paganini and cook covered for approximately 20 Mateo). The specialized menu will have a hope to reopen as soon as August, and the top ten steakhouses Huntington Hotel. has ever been set before minutes. Turn ribs over and cook an addi- E-mail: [email protected] modern/contemporary sensibility, intersect- Polk Street Pesce will stay open until the new in America by USA The stylish Art- you. “It’s osso good!!” ing with local ingredients. location is close to opening. The menu will The stylish yet laid-back space will feature stay the same, though the number of seats Today in 2012, along- Deco-inspired design side such notable res- Wine Notes A summer classic many design elements from New Zealand, will double. As for the Polk Street location provides an elegant Valet Parking including hand-polished slabs of macro- (2227 Polk Street, 415-928-8025), stand by taurants as Peter Luger, yet relaxed ambi- carpa cypress, American white oak furniture for what the duo plans to do in that space. Then there is the super- handcrafted by Douglas and Bec, and even Owner Berk Kinalilar of Troya and Troya Bern’s, Emeril Lagasse’s ance. The New York 1177 California at Jones luxe Garrus rosé from pottery. The restaurant seats 85, plus 12 at Fillmore has hired a new chef for Troya Delmonico, Mario Steak is dry-aged 415.771.6776 Chateau D’Esclans at $75, the chef’s counter and 20 at the bar. There Fillmore (2125 Fillmore Street, 415-563- Batali’s Carnevino and 4-6 weeks for a fla- www.ossosteakhouse.com Rosé again assuming you can will be craft beer from brewer Moa, and 1000): Kevin Davidson, who was a chef de find one out there. Though sommelier Geeling Ng will be handling the cuisine at Foreign Cinema and most recently I am usually not one for wines and pairings (though don’t expect was enjoying some travel with his wife. Troya oak on my rosé, this one is New Zealand wines — due to some con- Fillmore’s previous chef, Philip Busacco, is a uniquely elegant creation tractual obligations with America’s Cup, the taking some time off to pursue photography (but don’t bother with the wines will be from Napa Valley). Also, look and travel for a bit. (The chef at Troya on other lower levels of rosé for a cocktail list conceived by Clooney’s bar Clement remains in place.) from Chateau D’Esclans manager, Needham Woodward. Good news: Padrecito (901 Cole Street, such as Whispering Angel Even though the America’s Cup 2013 finals 415-742-5505) in Cole Valley is now open on or Cotes de Provence, which will wrap in late September, Waiheke Island Sunday nights for dinner; look for Mondays are clunkier and not worth Yacht Club will stay open through December and weekend brunch soon! the price despite the rela- 31. I am very much looking forward to expe- Pete Mrabe of Don Pisto’s in North Beach by jeannine sano you want to try something tively lower dollar figures). riencing this unique Kiwi import! has opened a new 35-seat space called Pisto’s out of the ordinary, try an Of course there are still There’s a new bar and restaurant at the (1310 Grant Avenue). Look for ceviche, oys- realize that recom- atypical rosé wine that is a plenty of affordable, quaf- Four Seasons called MKT Restaurant – Bar ters, and some cured and smoked fish. He mending rosé for sum- little more serious, like the fable, dry rosé options out (757 Market Street, 415-633-3838). After is also going to offer a half-pound burger mer is rather prosaic, aged Rosado from Lopez there for everyday drink- a revamp by New York-based design firm (to-go only) for $6 and has a few tacos Ibut the classics are classics de Heredia. If you can find ing in the $9 to $12 price AvroKO (the first since the bar opened in on the menu (like suadero). Walk-ins only, for a reason. Pink wine, it, the 2000 vintage runs range. Pick up a case or 2001), the space now has dark oak floors, Thursday–Sunday 6 p.m.–10 p.m. whether still or sparkling, about $25, and the wine two of whatever pink hunter green and black leather accents, and goes so well with warm pairs beautifully with grilled wine suits your fancy for recycled newsprint wallpaper. The bar area Marcia Gagliardi is the founder of the weekly summer sun and outdoor shrimp, salumi, roasted your next beach picnic or seats 83 and flows into the dining room, Tablehopper e-column; subscribe and get more foods like burgers, hot dogs, tomato, Manchego cheese, backyard barbecue. which seats 74. There are also three private food news and gossip at www.tablehopper. ADVERTISEMENT. and anything deep fried. If or Marcona almonds. — Jeannine Sano dining rooms to accommodate different- com. Follow her on Twitter: @tablehopper.

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by sharon anderson Donations in the name of public art could dwindle significantly, Mentors of Ricky n May 2013, Christie’s especially if that generous gesture contemporary art auction could be potentially rescinded at Jay,’ ‘I’m So Excited’ set record prices when paint- a future date when the museum’s Iings by Roy Lichtenstein, Jean- hometown needs cash. But quick Michel Basquiat, Jackson Pollock, cash does not equal an economic by michael snyder parts in movies as diverse Left: Ricky Jay stars in Deceptive Practice: The Mysteries and Mentors of Ricky Jay photo: thEo wEStENbERGER/AutRy MuSEuM, and others sold for a record $495 fix. Reducing debt is not a long- as Boogie Nights, Tomorrow CouRtESy: kINo LoRbER, INC. Right: The cast from Pedro Almodóvar’s latest film, I’m So Excited photo: CouRtESy SoNy pICtuRES CLASSICS million. Soon after, news broke term plan; rather it puts a Band- ‘DECEPTIVE PRACTICE: Never Dies, The Prestige, that Detroit’s financial manager, Aid on a bigger problem — the THE MYSTERIES AND and State and Main. But Cards as weapons. In addi- tory of magic and those who familiar elements from pre- of whom have graced a Kevyn Orr, was considering sell- need for financial growth, new MENTORS OF RICKY JAY’ Deceptive Practice is an tion to manipulating a deck inspired him is laden with vious Almodóvar films. A few of Almodóvar’s great- ing the collection of the Detroit industry, and job creation. Whether you’re a believer overview (albeit a coy one) of playing cards in the tradi- insights. He’s a captivating number of his usual stock est films. In fact, Bandaras The outdoor patio at Southern Pacific Brewing is perfect for warm summer afternoons Institute of Arts (DIA) to help pay Kimberly Brown, a resident of or just an eager onlooker, of Jay’s career and influences, tional magician’s fashion, he speaker. And there is plenty characters (the naïve, some- recently starred in the pow- photo: CouRtESy of SouthERN pACIfIC bREwING for the city’s debts. Michigan, decided to give some magic is an enigma and magi- going all the way back to would throw cards individu- of prestidigitation on display what homely woman; the erful and twisted The Skin I The announcement caused of her late husband’s artwork to cians are generally secretive his childhood when at the ally like knives into the sides over the course of the movie. super-hot ingénue; the Live In (2011), while Cruz uproar in the national art commu- the DIA. Philip Brown received about their craft or, if you age of four he began doing of watermelons and other As in the magicians’ tough-as-nails older gal; the top-lined the poignant and nity. Questions emerged. Under his master’s degree in fine art prefer, their art. It’s all about tricks under the tutelage of unforgiving surfaces. credo, trade secrets are not handsome young hunk; the haunting Volver (2006) — Midnight in the garden what circumstances is it accept- from the Slade School of Fine illusion and misdirection — his grandfather, dedicated Despite archival photos to be revealed. Regardless, aging Casanova; the corrupt two of my absolute favor- able for city or state government Arts, University College London which might explain the lack amateur magician Max Katz. and footage of Jay back in Deceptive Practice: The politician, etc.) were trotted ites by Almodóvar. I’d say to pawn public treasures to pay in 1984. He worked as an artist of many overt and provocative As a young man, Jay the day, we learn little about Mysteries and Mentors of out for strained laughs. And I simply think he’s better debt? The question is multifac- in residence at Lady Lodge Art personal revelations from the became a familiar figure his family life other than his Ricky Jay is a fascinating rather than jacking up the at drama than comedy, but of Gose and dunkel eted. Detroit, Mich. is one of the Centre in Peterborough and as a titular subject of the otherwise on the 1970s TV talk-show affection for his grandfather. peek into an exclusive and provocation, the retinue of I love Tie Me Up! Tie Me most financially challenged areas graphic artist here in the United engrossing and entertain- circuit — a sly, charismatic It’s hinted that Jay’s relation- uncommon profession — sexually ravenous gay men Down!, Kika, and other by maryann lorusso ting vendors Ritual coffee and location across from Washington in the country and, as Christie’s States prior to his early death in ing documentary Deceptive hipster who rocked the long ship with his parents was and a unique man. came off as tired burlesques earlier efforts of his that Smitten ice cream. Square Park. It offers 22 Rogue proved last month, art is still a hot January 2005. Brown decided to Practice: The Mysteries and hair and wardrobe of a post- less than congenial, and we or even trite in 2013. tended toward the light- eer gardens are Open Wednesday through ales on tap, plus an eclectic selec- commodity in a slowly recovering share her husband’s passion with Mentors of Ricky Jay. Woodstock dandy but had see a few brief images of him ‘I’M SO ExCITED’ There was something hearted. But this attempt at becoming increasingly Sunday from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m., tion of guest beers (both draft and post-recession economy. However, her community. These days, Jay is an elder considerably more of an edge with his wife on a European I wish I was excited by comforting about seeing full-on farce fell flat. The popular, especially dur- Biergarten is a great people-watch- bottled), a full bar, and the classic those who donate work to muse- “I want to make sure that my statesman of magic, a con- than contemporaries like jaunt. Yet, Jay and the film’s I’m So Excited, the latest some of Almodóvar’s fre- flight seemed to go on and ing the warmer seasons. ing spot that is packed on sunny Rogue pub menu with salads, sand- ums do so to make art available to husband’s work is available to summate performer whose Doug Henning. Appearance co-directors Molly Bernstein offering from the award- quent collaborators in the on and on, until I was actu- BIn San Francisco, it takes a fine days. Enjoy one of six rotating wiches, burgers (including Kobe everyone and not a privileged few. everyone. I do not want it hid- touring show, mounted in and slick patter aside, Jay’s and Alan Edelstein are gen- winning Spanish filmmaker movie, because they’re ter- ally hoping that the techni- assortment of food and drink, as German imports on tap, served beef), fish and chips, and desserts. Yet record auction sales in recent den away in my house. It is fine various cozy theater spac- a remarkable slight-of-hand erous with interviews and Pedro Almodóvar. But I’m rific, commanding actors. cal malfunction threatening well as a strategic location, to lure up in steins by the liter and half- Customers rave about the beer years have been largely the result art. It needs to be viewed by the es around the world, has performer whose close-in rhapsodies about Jay’s influ- not. In fact, I found this For instance, it’s always the plane did its worst in as folks outside to drink their ale in liter, while sitting at an imported flights that allow you to choose of private investors who, in may public. Some of his work was amazed enthusiastic audi- magic tricks dazzled in the ences and teachers, includ- stab at erotic comedy by the a treat to see the elegant short a time as possible. the fog. But a few establishments Regensburg picnic table. For food, your own assortment of brews. cases, have the economic power inspired by Detroit. It needs to ences for many years. He’s unflinching eye of the video ing the likes of Flosso, onetime boundary-pushing Cecilia Roth and the charm- across town are proving they can the place offers a slightly mod- The roomy, brick-walled bar be viewed by the also a pretty able character camera lens and whose larg- Slydini, Roy Benson, and his writer-director decidedly ing Lola Dueñas on screen. Watch Michael Snyder’s pack them in, especially on sunny ern twist on traditional Bavarian is well laid out and attracts a people of that actor when the situation er magic tricks were done main mentors, Dai Vernon tedious and overly broad. And, speaking of familiar Culture Blast on YouTube, afternoons and balmy evenings. fare, from pretzel-knot sandwiches laid-back crowd with its large TV great city. Phil presents itself, as demon- with expertise and flair. And and Charlie Miller — among A candy-colored trifle set faces, there are throwaway with a new episode every The beer garden concept origi- and potato and beet salad, to beer- screens and sports-bar feel. On admired indus- strated by his recurring role he had a memorable hook the best magicians of the on an endangered air- cameo appearances by no week from DigiDev TV. And nated in Southern Germany and poached bratwurst. Or go for the sunny evenings, the large outdoor try. He admired in the HBO western series beyond his cleverer-and- 20th century. Jay’s own plane flight from Spain to less than Antonio Bandaras follow Michael on Twitter: developed in the kingdom of 100-percent grass-fed, half-pound beer garden, peppered with cozy labor. His work Deadwood, and featured cooler-than-you persona: commentary about the his- Mexico, it’s chock full of and Penelope Cruz, both @cultureblaster. Bavaria in the 19th century, during Prather Ranch burger with week- picnic tables and fenced in to celebrates both.” which dark lager beer was predom- ly rotating toppings, a relatively block the wind, is the real draw Michigan’s inant. The king’s law dictated that guilt-free way to indulge your for both lively people watching senate supports Stage Left ing briskly and singing at the top of his The Best of Books Popular this month beer could not be brewed during hamburger-and-beer craving. and drinking. a bill to pro- continued from page 18 lungs songs from South Pacific. CNN was the summer because the fermen- tect the DIA blasting right in front of him, but he was tation process emanated extreme SAN FRANCISCO TREAT HIPSTER HANGOUT should Detroit “My deal with Buddha: Getting the piano too busy enjoying the fact that There is heat that could cause fires in hot Owing its name to the railroad Several consumer magazines declare bank- up the stairs,” April 2011, at www.marina Nothing Like a Dame. It was some of the Kimberly Brown with Urban Landscape, a draw- weather. To provide beer during line that ran down Harrison Street have ranked it one of America’s ing by her late husband, Philip Brown, which ruptcy, but the times.com). But for two years since moving most entertaining musical theater I’ve seen the warm months, large brewer- in the early 1900s, Southern Pacific best beer gardens. And with its has been donated to the Detroit Institute of Arts state house will here, that’s as close as we’ve gotten to any in a while, and it gave me an idea: “The ies dug cellars in the banks of the Brewing (620 Treat Avenue, 415- punk-rock jukebox and its own not vote on the Broadway-style show tunefulness. Broadway Beat Down,” an exercise class for River Iskar, and then covered the 341-0152, www.southernpacific official cycling team, Mission to outbid museums for important bill until the fall. A victo- So why did we move away from the mecca the silver-sneaker set, who have Broadway spots with gravel and shady chest- brewing.com) is a Mission district district favorite Zeitgeist (199 works of art. ry for the DIA will be a vic- of the American musical, New York City, in their souls, and who can be motivated to nut trees. Inside these cool cel- warehouse that’s been converted into Valencia Street, 415-255-7505, So, in an age when museums tory for everyone who values art to live in this relatively musical theater- move, cajoled to choreography, and driv- lars the beer was stored, and soon an amazingly relaxed and spacious www.zeitgeistsf.com) is an edgier are already at a financial disad- and community. deprived San Francisco? San Francisco’s en to dance by the music they love best, patrons were welcomed inside to brewpub. Several indoor rooms and option than other beer-drinking vantage to acquire new work, natural beauty, its literate and good-natured from shows they know so well, shows of a compiled by sandy mullin Detroit Rock City, by Steve Miller sample them. The brewers set up a huge, lively outdoor patio are great establishments. But it has a lot of potential donators might see Sharon Anderson is an art- people, kind atmosphere, and deep spirit, of generation — Rodgers and Hammerstein A fun and informative oral history of simple tables and benches among for people watching and celebrat- other things going for it. It’s open Detroit’s plight as a discourag- ist and writer in Southern course. Also, the move here supported my instead of Pink, A Chorus Line instead BOOkS INC. HARDCOvER BEST-SELLER LIST the Motor City’s music scene, from Mitch the trees, creating popular gather- ing special events. Brewmaster Andy every day from 9 a.m. until 2 a.m. ing sign to avoid gifting work to California. She can be reached at choice to stop rehearsing for a while and to of Kesha. Elevate your heart rate with 1. All That Is, by James Salter Ryder & the Detroit Wheels, the Stooges, ing spots called biergärtens. Some French offers more than 21 beers It offers 48 beers on tap, including all public institutions nationwide. www.mindtheimage.com. start writing, and I’ve loved it. eleven o’clock numbers! 2. Let’s Explore Diabetes With Owls, the MC5 and Kiss to the White Stripes, of the proprietors eventually began on tap, featuring specialties that are a sweet assortment of American But one evening after hearing some new Let me teach it. I’ll fill the equipment boxes by David Sedaris Detroit Cobras, and the Dirt Bombs. Throw selling traditional fare such as radi house-produced with a 15-barrel craft beers. And it’s almost theatrical music at the Alcove Theatre near with straw hats and bamboo canes, hand out 3. Beautiful Ruins, by Jess Walter in some Suzi Quatro and Andrew W.K. for (radish), hax’n (pork knuckle) brew system, as well as a full bar and as famous for its spicy, award- Enter Stage Left Musical life Union Square, I began to miss the musi- lyric sheets, then get those Broadway bun- 4. The Billionaire and the Mechanic, good measure and we’ve got a party. and steckerlfisch (grilled fish), to creative specialty cocktails. winning Bloody Mary. cal theater I was immersed in for so long. nies on their feet to do the simple yet oddly by Julian Guthrie — Sandy Mullin accompany their brews. Head chef Corey Walsh’s beer- Zeitgeist’s large, fenced-in out- I realized that for all the wonderful plays rigorous dances I can teach them. I know 5. City of Thieves: A Novel, by Davis Benioff Today, these open-air spaces are inspired pub fare gives the brews door patio has the comfortable we’ve seen in this town, we’ve seen practi- enough old steps and routines to make them 6. Inferno: A Novel, by Dan Brown STAFF PICkS FOR AGES 14 AND UP either freestanding or, more likely, a run for their money. Mouth- feel of a traditional beer gar- Just singin’ and cally no musical theater, except for a few all feel like singular sensations, center stage, 7. San Francisco Then & Now, Wild Awake, by Hilary T. Smith attached to a German-style pub or watering options include a selec- den. It features plentiful seating, SHN tours and a revival or two at ACT. in a spotlight, belting their hearts out while by Eric J. Kos and Dennis Evanosky Wow! What a stunner of a book. Fresh, a more Americanized brew pub. tion of house-cured meats, gour- quirky murals, wooden picnic We did discover the energetic and pas- a 35-piece Broadway orchestra accompanies 8. It’s All Good: Delicious, Easy Recipes original, one part murder mystery, one They are social spots where folks met pizza, and bar bites like crispy tables, and a pretty eucalyptus dancin’ in the fog sionate work of Greg MacKellan’s 42nd Street their every stylish move. What we lack in That Will Make You Look Good and Feel part romance, one part coming of age — can enjoy a pint, some casual sup- Brussels sprouts and sage fries. But tree. As for the bar menu, you’ll Moon Theatre, where the love of old musi- technique, we will certainly make up for with Great, by Gwyneth Paltrow this is perfect summer reading! per, and one another’s company. it’s the fine assortment of house find not only the usual suspects, by evalyn baron the finest theatrical singing voices cals is evident. And in early July, my friend that old razzmatazz. We can even give away 9. Wanted Man: A Jack Reacher Novel, — Elizabeth Freeman Here are four beer gardens that are beers and the rustic urban décor, like grass-fed burgers and grilled around; and ex-hubby Phillip once Richard Isen is opening his new musical, small fake Tony Awards at the end of each by Lee Child thriving in San Francisco. featuring high-top chairs by San cheese, but also kielbasa and e are a musical produced off-Broadway musicals, Chance, at the Alcove Theatre. But what am month, and let each class member give a 10. Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me? STAFF PICKS FOR AGES 4 AND UP Francisco-made Ohio Design and bratwurst, barbecue offerings, theater family. many of which moved to Broadway. I going to do with all this leftover Broadway- heartfelt acceptance speech. (And Other Concerns), by Mindy Kaling A Visitor for Bear (Bear and Mouse), by BEER AND BRATS a bar built of ancient wood from and some special treats when- With the show biz Even retired New York City veteri- gypsy-music-in-my-soul energy that’s over- It’ll be fun. With lots of smiling to keep Bonnie Becker and Kady MacDonald Denton The German-style restaurant owner Chris Lawrence’s family ever the legendary “tamale lady” Whistory filling our Victorian, you’d narian Dr. Sheldon Cale (Phillip’s whelming me more and more? Am I ready to those facial muscles toned. STAFF PICkS FOR ADULTS Though Bear keeps a quiet, neat house, Suppenküche opened Biergarten barn in Sonoma County that will makes an appearance with her think that it would be doing the partner) shares the history: He’s go back into a rehearsal room? Not quite yet. So, if I can convince my gym manager Bad Monkey, by Carl Hiaasen he realizes (with the help of a persistent, (424 Octavia Street, www.biergar keep you intrigued and excited. cooler of $6 pork, chicken, and time step on its foundation. I’ve cared for so many pets belong- But, there’s a place for me, somewhere a to give this a try, come join us and unleash The perfect summer read! You’ll love bright-eyed mouse) that it is far better to tensf.com), in 2011 as part of the vegetarian options. performed in my share of Broadway ing to show business luminaries, place for me, and it may be at North Point your inner Pattie Lupone! the setting (Florida Keys), the mystery fill your home with friends. Cozy and per- Hayes Valley Proxy project, a tem- GOING ROGUE musicals and directed a slew of he’s been dubbed the Broadway 24 Hour Fitness where I work out regularly. (a man’s arm washes ashore with middle fect to read aloud, preferably while enjoy- porary, two-block commercial and An outpost of the Rogue Nation Maryann LoRusso is a San others all over the place; my hus- Doggie Doctor. Weeks ago, there was this old guy (who Read more in Evalyn’s “For Better and For Better: finger extended), and most important, the ing some tea and a nice warm fire. cultural space. The 99-seat alfresco chain, Rogue Ales Public House Francisco-based journalist who band, Peter, despite that he’s now We play and sing around that am I kidding, he was my age), earphones A Story of Divorce, Dachshunds and Everlasting characters, whom Hiaasen fills with great — Elizabeth Freeman beer garden and eatery enjoys a (673 Union Street, 415-362-7880, also writes a blog for women at managing a theater that produces baby grand in our living room (see plugged in, on the treadmill next to mine. Love,” coming eventually to a bookstore near you. humor. Fast and funny! A gem! great location next to trend-set- www.rouge.com) boasts a terrific www.redtypewriter.com. wonderful new plays, has one of stage left, continued on 19 Not caring who heard him, he was walk- E-mail: [email protected] — Bill Dito Sandy Mullin is the manager at Books Inc.

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america’s cup races on the san francisco bay, scenes, and master classes, featuring different giovanni, don carlo, L’italiana in algeri, Lucia di cruz’s dave deamer’s “Meteorites, soap world, this grammatically incorrect-titled film will Creating Balance for Health and Wellness and the impressionists on the water exhibition, a casts for each show. $28–$38, 415-652-8007, Lammermoor, L’amico fritz and otello. Free, 415- bubbles and the origin of cellular life.” Free, immerse you in the influence of this music maker. Thursday, July 25, noon–1:30 p.m. survey of french impressionists’ fascination with www.opera-academy.com 565-6427, www.merola.org www.scaruffi.com/leonardo/jul2013.html $13–$15, www.cinemark.com Conference Rm. Level A, CPMC Pacific Campus the sport of competitive and recreational sailing. (2333 Buchanan St.) July Events seafaring cocktail attire encouraged. Proceeds Sing! A Star-Spangled Celebration Urban Sea Foraging ‘The Matrix’ Live With the S.F. Symphony Learn how to develop a holistic view of health, WHAT NoT To MISS THIS MoNTH support faMsf. $125–$195, 415-750-3636, Thu–Sat, July 4–6, 8 p.m. Sunday, July 14 & 28, 9 a.m. Saturday, July 27, 7:30 p.m. wellness and integrative approaches to common www.artpoint.org Starlight Room, Sir Francis Drake Hotel Lighthouse, St. Francis Jetty (near 1 Yacht Rd.) Davies Symphony Hall health problems. health Psychology fellows will enjoy a musical journey of song in america Join Kirk Lombard on his low-tide fishing class on spend a summer night watching the cyber- guide you through five specific aspects of well- from irving berlin to barry Manilow to stephen punk action film The Matrix as composer don theater, film, and exhibitions. 800-838-3006, 4th Annual Glide Legacy Gala: the s.f. shoreline and learn the tricks of the urban ness: physical and behavioral, emotional, social, MAJOR EVENTS www.queerculturalcenter.org A Love Supreme sondheim with exciting guest stars each fishing trade. this is a class/tour, not a guided davis conducts the symphony in a live perfor- spiritual, and intellectual. $10 suggested dona- Saturday, July 20, 7 p.m.–midnight night, including wesla whitfield. $45–$65, fishing trip, so no foraging or fishing allowed. $40, mance of his famous score, and experience the tion, 415-923-3155, www.cpmc.org/chrc SF Playhouse: Abigail’s Party City View at the Metreon www.societycabaret.com www.eventbrite.com film as you’ve never seen it before. $25–$80, Tue–Sat thru July 6 celebrating glide’s 50th anniversary, this black-tie 415-864-6000, www.sfsymphony.org 450 Post St. (in the Kensington Hotel) event will benefit glide’s programs, recognize the BATS Improv: Improvised Shakespeare Strange Invaders: Saturday, July 6, 8–9:45 p.m. CHILD’S PLAY don’t miss this modern british comedy that important work of up-and-coming change agents Ants, Termites, and Bedbugs Bayfront Theater, Fort Mason Center satirizes english suburban life. $30–$50, dedicated to improving the lives of others, and Tuesday, July 23, 7 p.m. POTABLES & EDIBLES Disneyland (The TV Series) starting with a title chosen by the audience, SoMa StrEat Food Park (428 11th St.) 415-677-9596, www.sfplayhouse.org feature the inspirational glide ensemble and Wed–Mon thru July, 11 a.m., 1:30 & 4 p.m. actors spin a completely improvised, completely An Evening with Bernadette Peters the latest ask a scientist program featuring Uc change band and more. $85–$150, 415-674-6001 (most days) www.glide.org original tale in the style and language of the bard. berkeley’s dr. vernard Lewis will fascinate and Maurice Sendak: Tuesday, July 23, 8 p.m. The Walt Disney Family Museum $17–20, 415-474-6776, www.improv.org possibly make you uncomfortable with a discus- 50 Years, 50 Works, 50 Reasons Davies Symphony Hall in celebration of disneyland’s 58th anniversa- sion of bugs, disturbing stories, and show-and- Wed–Mon thru July 7, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. 2013 AIDS Walk San Francisco this three-time tony award-winning star of ry, selected episodes of the tv series screens Walt Disney Family Museum Sunday, July 21, 9 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Noontime Concerts: stage, film and television will sing from her tell. bring your questions — and appetite — for throughout the month. Free with museum admis- featuring 50 works by the legendary author and Sharon Meadow, Golden Gate Park Pianist Antonio Iturrioz extensive songbook, including hits from this event serviced by gourmet food trucks. Free sion (free–$20), 415-345-6800, www.waltdisney.org illustrator, accompanied by 50 statements from walk to remember those lost, help those affect- Tuesday, July 9, 12:30 p.m. rodgers and hammerstein, and of course her (buy your own food), www.askascientistsf.com Old St. Mary’s Cathedral (660 California St.) celebrities, authors and noted personalities on ed, and continue the fight to end aids at beloved sondheim. $40–$98, 415-864-6000, PickleWater Free Circus Festival enjoy works from chopin, Liszt, gottschalk, and www.sfsymphony.org the influence of his work, this exhibition cel- this 10K benefiting the s.f. aids foundation 10th Annual S.F. Indoor Gardening Expo Sunday July 7, 14 & 21, 2–4 p.m. more at the ever-popular “Musical Lunch break,” Sat–Sun, July 27–28 ebrates the 50th anniversary of Where the Wild and other hiv/aids organizations. 415-615-9255, Union Square Things Are. $15–$25, www.waltdisney.org www.aidswalk.net now in its 25th year. Free ($5 donation suggest- An Evening with Jessye Norman S.F. Concourse (635 Eighth St.) ed), 415-777-3211, www.noontimeconcerts.org in addition to the entertaining feats by profes- Wednesday, July 31, 7:30 p.m. this festival features leading experts from around sional and student circus performances, there will Davies Symphony Hall the world showcasing water-wise gardening An Evening with Molly Ringwald S.F. Chefs Preview Series: Herbs be free circus lessons and spectacular shows filled Promising an unforgettable evening, the five- products, natural pest control, organics, and envi- with danger, laughter, excitement, and awe. Free, COMMUNITY CORNER ARTS & CULTURE Wed–Sat, July 11–13, 8 p.m. time grammy award-winner takes the stage for a Saturday, July 6, 13, 20 & 27, 11 a.m. 76th Annual Stern Grove Festival ronmentally friendly gardening solutions. Free, 415-477-2610, www.jewelssf.org Starlight Room, Sir Francis Drake Hotel one-night-only performance of classics from the 250-729-2677, www.indoorgardenexpo.com Ferry Plaza Farmers’ Market Sundays thru Aug 18, 2 p.m. District 2 Supervisor Mark Farrell Join Molly ringwald and her jazz trio as they american songbook. $40–$115, 415-864-6000, Join chefs omri aflalo (burbon steak), Justin Stern Grove (19th Ave. & Sloat Blvd.) Thursday, July 18, 5:30 p.m. Getting Ready for Kindergarten perform songs from her debut album, Except www.sfsymphony.org simoneaux (boxing room), Maya erickson (aQ, July performances include the s.f. symphony, Golden Gate Valley Branch Library (1801 Green St.) Sometimes, in this intimate 80-seat venue. citizen cake), and david bazirgan (5th floor) as Tuesday, July 9, 7–8:30 p.m. Kronos Quartet and the s.f. ballet at the beauti- s.f. district 2 supervisor Mark farrell will provide $50–$125, www.societycabaret.com FILMS & LECTURES they reveal their favorite tips for cooking with herbs. Presidio Branch Library (3150 Sacramento St.) ful sigmund stern grove outdoor amphitheater. an update on his recent and upcoming work Free, 415-781-5348, www.sfchefsfoodwine.com starting kindergarten is a big academic and social Free, 415-252-6252, www.sterngrove.org and will take questions from the audience. Free, Camelot NIGHTLIFE Pressure step, for both parents and their children, and this 415-355-5666, www.sfpl.org Tue–Sat, July 16–Sep 14 Saturday, July 6, 3 p.m. CUESA’s Annual Summer Celebration workshop will share advice and tips to ease families Future Bible Heroes America’s Cup Opening Ceremony SF Playhouse (533 Sutter St.) Castro Theatre Sunday, July 14, 6–9 p.m. with this transition. Free, 415-355-3880, www.sfpl.org Tuesday, July 9, 8 p.m. Thursday, July 4, 3 p.m. Union Street Sidewalk Sale don’t miss this definitive musical theatre fable, Premiering as part of the 20th scary cow Ferry Building Marketplace Sat–Sun, July 20–21, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. The Independent (628 Divisadero St.) America’s Cup Park & Pavilion (Piers 27 & 29) the timeless and powerful love triangle between film festival, Pressure is the first episode of a this walk-around tasting event features live music Petting Zoo Union Street, Cow Hollow future bible heroes is a musical project from Saturday, July 13, 1–3 p.m. enjoy free family activities, including interactive legendary King arthur, his Queen guenevere and steampunk miniseries, in which s.f. is controlled and more plus a whole-beast carving station support your local retailers at their annual sale stephin Merritt of the Magnetic fields. fresh Outside lawn, Marina Branch Library exhibits, hands-on activities, and theater. ticket his best friend Lancelot. $25–$100, 415-677-9596, by corporate overlords enforcing strict compli- and other seasonal fare highlighting ingredients featuring 25%–85% discounts and specials at over off the release of their third album, Partygoing, ance of its citizens. a father and daughter work touch soft and sweet farm animals, including rab- price includes entertainment, cultural programming www.sfplayhouse.org sourced from the ferry Plaza farmers’ Market. 250 distinctive shops, galleries, restaurants, and last month, the group will play their dance together to escape in their illegal airship. Contact $125, 415-291-3276, www.cuesa.org bits, hens, goats ducks, and pigs. All ages. Free, with members of the four competing teams. $9 of cafes. Free, 415-441-7055, www.unionstreetsf.com Counting Crows and The Wallflowers floor-friendly anthems and sad ballads. $15, for pricing, 415-621-6120,www.castrotheatre.com 415-355-2823, www.sfpl.org the $10 ticket price will support the America’s Cup 415-771-1421, www.theindependentsf.com Healthy Ocean Project. www.ticketmaster.com Thursday, July 18, 7 p.m. Cliff House 150th Anniversary Celebration America’s Cup Pavilion (Piers 27 & 29) Friday, July 19, 7–11 p.m. Summer Carnival Party How-to NightLife this one-night show features two of the Cliff House Friday, July 19, 2–5 p.m. 4th of July Celebration GALAS & BENEFITS Thursday, July 11, 6–10 p.m. most popular acts of the 1990s. $41–$235.50, culminating a week of seminars, history exhibits, JAMaROO Kids (2001 Pine St.) Thursday, July 4, 12 p.m. California Academy of Sciences, Golden Gate Park 800-653-8000, ticketmaster.com and more, celebrate with tastings and dancing celebrate summer with a carnival complete with Pier 39 5th Anniversary All-Star Gala: from detecting lies to making great curry, pick in the terrace room for $18.63 per person (the games, prizes and snacks. Participate in carnival celebrate the 4th with varied activities and live Man Dance Company up all kinds of new skills at this ultimate how-to Bandaloop: Harboring year the cliff house was first built). 415-386-3330, themed dance, yoga, music, and art activities. $15– entertainment by wJM and tainted Love, fol- Friday, July 12, 8 p.m. workshop. with music by slayers club & friends, Lure: Bay Area Artists Explore the Sea Thu–Sun, July 18–21 www.cliffhouse.com/store $20, RSVP at 415-614-2001, www.jamarookids.com lowed by a spectacular fireworks display at 9:30 Marines Memorial Theatre magic tricks from magician dan chan, filmmak- Program includes a tribute to fred astair, gene Tue–Sat thru Aug 15, 10:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Festival Pavilion, Fort Mason Center p.m. Free, 415-705-5500, www.pier39.com ing tips from the disposable film fest, and Antipasti Buffet Kelley and gregory hines, the best male dance SFMOMA Artists Gallery, Bldg. A this multidimensional dance presentation much more. Ages 21+, $10–$12, 415-379-8000, Thursday, July 25, 5:30 p.m. moments of broadway, and more with half of in recognition of the america’s cup sailing regat- uses both an indoor and outdoor site as a 4th of July Golden Gate Park Band Concert www.calacademy.org/nightlife California Culinary Academy (350 Rhode Island St.) the proceeds benefitting the richmond/ermet ta, this exhibition brings together works by bay three-dimensional canvas, with dynamic rig- Thursday, July 4, 1 p.m. the annual Museo italo americano auxiliary aids foundation. ging systems, the dancer’s bodies, interactive Spreckles Temple of Music (50 Hagiwara Tea $25–$60, 415-273-1620, area artists who look to the sea as a primary Groovesession set pieces, and audience participation. $20–$35, fundraiser features italian regional special- www.maledance.org reference in creating art. Free, 415-441-4777, Thursday, July 18, 9:30 p.m.–2 a.m. Garden Dr.) 415-421-5667, www.bandaloop.org ties prepared by auxiliary members and guest www.sfmoma.org/artistsgallery Boom Boom Room (1601 Fillmore St.) bring the family and a picnic and enjoy a mem- The BreastFest chefs and includes appetizers, antipasti, orable and free musical tradition with patri- canadian power trio groovesession features its Saturday, July 13, 2–6 p.m. 2013 Readers Poetry Series SFJazz: Great Americas Songbook wine, coffee and dessert. $75, 415-673-2200, otic and american music. genre-blending rock they call “movin groovin Free, 415-831-5500, Festival Pavilion, Fort Mason Center Thu–Sun, July 18-21 & 25–28, 7:30 p.m. museoitaloamericano.org Thursday, July 11, 18 & 25, 6:30 p.m. music.” come find out what that means. $5–$8, www.goldengateparkband.org SFJazz Center (201 Franklin St.) enjoy food from local restaurants, unlimited beer Readers Bookstore, Fort Mason Center www.boomboomtickets.com enjoy two weeks celebrating the popular music 5th Annual S.F. Chefs tasting, live music, and more at this festival that the series is curated and hosted by s.f. Poet Laureate Film Night in the Park: of the americas, from Lennon & Mccartney July 28–Aug 4 raises funds for the charlotte Maxwell cancer clinic. emeritus, s.f. Public Library Poet-in-residence, and The Prince and Michael Experience Vicky Christina Barcelona and duke ellington to the soulful tunes of rural Various S.F. venues $50–$60, 415-461-4677, www.thebreastfest.org s.f. international Poetry festival collaborator Jack Saturday, July 20, 9 p.m. Mexico. Part 2 pays tribute to departed sing- Saturday, July 13, dusk Mingle with the bay area’s finest chefs, bar stars, Disney in Concert: hirschman and features poetry readings and a sense Red Devil Lounge (1695 Polk St.) ers, a toast to ray charles and more. $20–$65, Union Square and wine experts at this urban garden party with of literary community all while supporting the sfPL. dance to music that electrified the early 1980s, Magical Music from the Movies 866-920-5299, www.sfjazz.org grab a blanket, pillow and a picnic and head classes, demonstrations, tastings, competitions, Free, 415-771-1076, www.friendssfpl.org led by Prince and Michael Jackson, along Sunday, July 28, 2 p.m. downtown for a showing of this golden globe- parties, and more. $112–$140, 415-781-5348, with the time, Janet Jackson, and sheila e. winning film by woody allen about a flamboy- www.sfchefsfoodwine.com Davies Symphony Hall Triskela Harp Trio: there’ll be theme dancing, a face-off between ant painter who finds himself in the middle of a Listen and watch as favorite disney stories come The Goddess in Celtic Lore Prince and Jackson reps, and more. $10, unique relationship with two american female to life through memorable melodies and film www.reddevillounge.com Wednesday, July 17, 6 p.m. tourists. www.filmnight.org clips as the s.f. symphony orchestra plays live. Koret Auditorium, S.F. Main Library SPORTS & HEALTH $32.50–$90, 415-864-6000, www.sfsymphony.org this program debut examines the dynamic role David Gergen Bay 2 Bankers 5K & 10K of the goddess in celtic lore through traditional Wednesday, July 17, 6 p.m. SCIENCE & THE Thursday, July 4, 9 a.m. and contemporary music, spoken word and ritual. The Commonwealth Club (595 Market St.) JUST FOR FUN Free, 415-557-4400, www.sfpl.org ENVIRONMENT 55 Second St. cnn political analyst and advisor to four presidents, get your independence day workout! find your gergen is devoting more of his time lately to work- Quake City Rumble: 4th S.F. International Poetry Festival Environmental Debt way around soMa, downtown, north beach, ing with the next generation of leaders. $10–$40, Warhammer Indy GT Tournament Fri–Sun, July 26-29 Monday, July 8, 6 p.m. and chinatown with a specially made map — Fillmore Jazz Festival 415-597-6705, www.commonwealthclub.org Fri–Sun, July 12–14 Various S.F. venues The Commonwealth Club (595 Market St.) great fun for teams of 1 to 5. discover check- former shell oil company chief John hofmeister, Fleet Room, Bldg. D, Fort Mason Center Sat–Sun, July 6–7, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. featuring free and open-to-the-public poet- Midsummer Mozart Festival’s 39th points in some interesting places you might not who now heads up citizens for affordable energy, S.F. Silent Film Festival 2013 Part of the warhammer indy gt circuit, this tourna- Fillmore Street (btw. Jackson & Eddy) ry and music throughout the city, including have explored before and enjoy refreshments Thu–Sun, July 18–28 will join amy Larkin, author of Environmental Debt: Thu–Sun, July 18–21 ment is open to registered contestants only and the west coast’s largest free jazz festival returns a street party in north beach, youth events, and social camaraderie at the finish. $10–$40, Various Bay Area venues The Hidden Costs of a Changing Global Economy. Castro Theatre 510-681-6181, http://go-terraloco.blogspot.com features multiple scenarios and scoring opportunities. with 12 blocks of music, fine arts and crafts, book signings, translation workshops, and more. they will discuss the pricing of pollution and if there for four days, enter a world of silent films featur- open gaming on friday and saturday nights. $65–$68, gourmet food, beverages, and more. Free, 415-626-7500, www.friendssfpl.org this critically acclaimed concert series features ing Tokyo Chorus, The Golden Clown, Winsor [email protected], www.leadership2.org 800-310-6563, www.fillmorejazzfestival.com international soloists and distinguished local are solutions that business will accept. $7–$47, 415- We Give Back Free Massage Program artists led by Maestro george cleve. $20–$30 597-6705, www.commonwealthclub.org McCay: His Life and Art, and more. Prix de Beaute Daily, July 14–20 (group discounts available), 415-627-9141, and an opening night party kick off the festival. Diamond Wellness Center (1841 Lombard St.) 6th Annual Renegade Craft Fair PERFORMANCES www.midsummermozart.org Leonardo Art/Science Evening Rendezvous Prices vary for individual screenings, $185–$220 if you are a government, state or city employ- Sat–Sun, July 27–28, 11 a.m.–7 p.m. festival pass, 415-777-4908, www.silentfilm.org LAST CHANCE 4th Annual Bastille Day Party: Monday, July 8, 6:45–9:30 p.m. ee, live or work in s.f., and are over 21 years Festival Pavilion, Fort Mason Center Rivera Regatta Opera Academy of California Merola Opera: University of San Francisco (2130 Fulton St.) old, take advantage of a free or reduced rate this event features all things handmade, including 16th Annual National Queer Arts Festival Summer Program 2013 Outdoor Schwabacher Summer Concert artists and scientists join together for a mind- Springsteen & I 30-minute massage in this ongoing community plush objects, jewelry, posters, clothing, and more from Monday, July 22 & Tuesday, July 30, 7:30 p.m. Mostly daily thru July 6 Saturday, July 13, 8 p.m.–midnight July 1–28 (various days and times) Saturday, July 20, 2 p.m. expanding evening, including time for social- service program that targets a different industry hundreds of crafters. includes workshops, food and Century San Francisco Centre 9 (835 Market St.) Various S.F. venues Palace of Legion of Honor Fort Mason Center & Old First Church Yerba Buena Gardens izing, discussion, presentations like shadow each month. free massages limited to 25 slots; music. Free, 312-226-8654, www.renegadecraft.com this month-long festival features music, this nautical-themed party reminiscent of a sum- emerging singers from across the coun- come see the opera stars of tomorrow in this artist christine Marie’s “cinematic shad- drawing on 2,000 personal video clips submitted thereafter available at 50 percent of regular cost. dance, visual art, spoken word, comedy, mer night on the french riviera coincides with the try perform in fully staged productions, opera spectacular concert featuring scenes from don ows and stereoscopic objects” and Uc santa by fans of singer bruce springsteen around the 415-921-1290, www.diamondwellness.com E-mail: [email protected]

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As a mom who has survived several airports, and on the plane is often high in of these, there is nothing worse than an fat and sugar, so plan ahead and pack high- overtired child in a confined space for an energy snacks like fruit, nuts, and cheese. I extended period of time. If a red-eye is your also like to pack a few little treats that can SAN FRANCISCO . . . only option, it never hurts to pack a few be used in an emergency as a bribe. Some of a GOOD place to be a caregiver! Starbucks gift cards in your bag. This little our favorites are lollipops and Tic Tacs. Both Caregiving can be rewarding—but often overwhelming. If you help a loved one gesture to the people around you will go a are easy to pack and will keep younger chil- with daily activities (meals, medications, rides, finances, etc.), you can get free or long way and be much appreciated. dren happily quiet for at least a few minutes. low-cost services, information and advice from these respected SF organizations. Another important tip for planning is to Summer vacations create lifelong memo- allow extra time. It always takes longer than ries for children, so after all the stress of • Family Caregiver Alliance - Information, support & resources for families & caregivers throughout the Bay Area. you think to get children and their gear planning and getting to your destination, (800) 445-8106 from one place to another. Allowing plenty don’t forget the most important thing is to of time will help keep everyone calm and have fun. Summer is a great time for a more • Kimochi - Serving seniors in the Japanese-American reduce the PT, or pretrip tension. If driving, relaxed schedule that can allow us plenty of community. (415) 931-2294 remember to factor in bathroom stops and time to enjoy the outdoors and each other. time for everyone to stretch their legs and Wherever your travels take you, I hope it is • Openhouse - Programs & services in the LGBT community. let off a little steam. 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In today’s real need to be prepared not only with they make an offer. When it comes • One owner owning more than but are not visible to buyers online. estate market, when there are so a pre-approval letter from their to closing a deal, the smart seller 10 percent of units in a condo An easy question to ask the agent few properties for sale, buyers are lender, but to know the limits of knows there is more to an offer for summer barbecues building. In a building with less hosting an open house is: Are there mobbing any property whose list their pre-approval. Before starting than the price. Knowing both the than 10 units, an owner may any issues with this condo affecting price is lower than average in out, ask your mortgage broker or buyer and their lender are com- by julia strzesieski • Never store a spare tank beneath a grill. own no more than 1 unit. getting a loan? their target group. The higher cost lender to explain the conditions that mitted to the sale can make the • Always store tanks upright. It is important to keep in mind A common myth about buy- of financing may look like a small must be met for final loan approval. difference between success and veryone enjoys a summer • Never store a tank in temperatures that with time a building‘s financ- ing a condo in a building with inconvenience compared to what No one wants to spend time and falling out of escrow because a barbecue. Though our Mediterranean over 125°F. ing issues may be resolved. litigation is that buyers must have you get for your money. emotional energy making an offer loan was not approved. No seller climate allows us to barbecue year- • When transporting, secure the tank upright In today‘s seller’s market, con- cash. 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Units on a Corner Lot). order using these tips as guidelines. tion for your grill. home is marked by tasteful This renovated, 3 level Built in 1912, this 7 unit • Turn off and disconnect the propane tank, • Inspect grill and tank before each use for upgrades and exquisite home is located just a property consists of a historic details. Includes few blocks to Fillmore, 5 unit building and a 2 then remove the cooking grates and burner damage or wear. Replace worn grill parts as a large south facing living Union & Chestnut Streets’ unit building on a corner cover bars. If they look rusty or there needed, especially hose(s) and regulators. room, formal dining room, restaurants, shopping and lot (Filbert & Jones). spacious remodeled open amenities. Perfect for indoor There are two vacant is deep pitting, replace them. Otherwise, • Never operate a grill if parts are damaged, kitchen/family room, a walk- and outdoor entertaining, units. Several units have soak them in warm water and clean with a missing, or improperly installed. out garden and a garage for it offers a spacious open outstanding VIEWS! The scouring pad. • Before lighting a grill, always open the grill lid. 1 large or 2 small cars. kitchen, formal dining room units have hardwood 2220Sacramento.com and a family room that opens floors and an abundance • Remove the warming rack, replace it with • Never move a grill that is in use. onto a deck and beautiful, of natural light, a new one if needed, and scrub, clean, • Position your grill well away from siding, Joan Gordon landscaped garden. 1000Filbert.com (415) 321-4344 2373Filbert.com or replace the burners. If the holes in the deck railings, and overhanging eaves and David Cohen Elle Ghandi Missy Wyant Smit burners are clogged, poke through with a branches. (415) 321-4345 (415) 321-4287 (415) 321-4315 small sharp tool. • Never allow children to operate or play • Scrape the inside of the grill and hood with around a grill. Declare a three-foot “safe Presidio Heights Marina Inner Richmond a putty knife and then spray with degreaser zone” around it. Offered at $1,750,000 Offered at $1,350,000 Offered at $1,249,000 and let sit for 10–15 minutes. Rinse off with • Use long-handled utensils and flame-retar- Gorgeous Full Floor Stylish Top Floor Condo. Charming Queen Anne Flat on a Wonderful This full floor flat has 2 With Fabulous Light. a hose and scrub off any remaining gunk. dant mitts to avoid burns. Block. Very spacious, large bedrooms at the rear Charming Queen Anne Rinse and repeat. Let dry thoroughly. • Use baking soda to control grease fires. 2BD/2BA plus family of the home. One of the with fabulous light. 3 • Replace any buttons and functions that have • Have a fire extinguisher handy. room off eat-in kitchen, bedrooms features French bedrooms up with one large office and formal doors that open to a private bath and potential for a stopped working. Reassemble the grill. • To reduce flare-ups, trim excess fat from living and dining rooms. balcony overlooking the master bath. Living room, meat, replace greasy lava rocks or ceramic Abundant storage, easy shared garden. The classic dining room, family room GAS GRILLING SAFETY garden access and one split bathroom has been with kitchen and bath on briquettes, and keep the grill clean. car parking. Many period completely renovated and main level. In-law down A successful barbecue is a safe barbecue, so • Wipe the grill with a clean cloth after using details including high the garage has 2 deeded could be playroom or man take precautions — planning and common a wire brush. ceilings, wainscoting, 2 parking spots and additional cave. Enclosed yard and fireplaces and hardwood ample storage space. detached garage. sense will prevent accidents and injuries. floors. 3342Divisadero.com 696-2ndAvenue.com

Ready, set, barbecue! Annie Williams Ron Sebahar Jane Ivory PROPANE TANK SAFETY (415) 819-2663 (415) 279-4579 (415) 564-7001 • Using soapy water, check tank and valve for Julia Strzesieski is the marketing coordina- leaks. Open the valve, but leave the appli- tor of Cole Hardware and can be reached at Cow Hollow Marina ance off while testing. [email protected]. Offered at $1,099,000 Offered at $799,000 Modern 2BD/2BA Spacious 1BD/1BA Top The City’s Best Condo. Completely Floor South Facing renovated, top floor flat in Condo. The sunny living To see homes for sale in your neighborhood, prime location. West- room features floor-to-ceiling make your smartphone smarter using our mobile App. facing living room flooded French paned window, in sunlight, with fireplace balcony and views of Pacific Text: HILLCO To: 87778 and private deck, spacious Heights. The large formal formal dining room, dining room and adjoining Hill & Co. is a proud member of the Who’s Who renovated chef’s kitchen, charming kitchen have peek- in-unit washer/dryer, 1 car a-boo views of the Golden In Luxury Real Estate international network. side-by-side parking. Gate Bridge. 1 car parking. 3030Octavia.com 2230Francisco.com Scott Brittain Sandra Bagnatori Like us on Facebook (415) 385-6657 (415) 518-4865 Marla Moresi-Valdes Scott Brittain (415) 971-2535 (415) 385-6657 Keep up to date with the latest in local news, politics and entertainment (415) 921-6000 • www.hill-co.com with the Marina Times online at facebook.com/MarinaTimesSF

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The Marina Times Real Estate Real Estate Update Value city Market Report: May 2013 Can real estate prices By Hill & Co. SINGLE FAMILY HOME SALES really continue to rise? BEDROOMS/ ABOVE/AT/BELOW DAYS ON NEighBORhOOD ADDRESS BAThROOMS SALE PRicE ASkiNg PRicE MARkET by stephanie saunders ahlberg 2013, the average sale price was $932,944. Cow Hollow 3110 Buchanan Street 2BD/1BA $1,400,000 Above 24 The average number of days on market in 3218 Buchanan Street 4BD/3BA $1,700,000 Above 7 2567 Union Street 3BD/3BA $2,900,000 Above 0 his is a question I’ve gotten 2008 was 61, and for first quarter of 2013 Lake 101 25th Avenue 2BD/2BA $975,000 Below 60 over and over again throughout it was 46 days — significantly less. In 1993 147 20th Avenue 3BD/2BA $1,775,000 Above 36 2345 Lake Street 4BD/2.5BA $2,450,000 At 24 my years in the business. It usu- the average sales price for condominiums Laurel Heights 615 Spruce Street 5BD/3BA $2,557,000 Above 20 Tally comes when the market is rising, like was $283,284 and in 2003 $505,465. The 65 Parker Avenue 4BD/2.5BA $2,750,000 Above 41 it currently is. Conversely, when it is flat lowest average during the “down” years was Lone mountain 164 Cook Street 6BD/3BA $1,385,000 Below 64 or down I hear, “Will it ever come up to $737,240. As with single-family home values, marina 122 Avila Street 2BD/1.5BA $1,700,000 Above 13 212 Avila Street 3BD/3BA $2,625,000 Above 6 the prices we saw before?” The answers we can see that steady increase over the years. 55 Retiro Way 5BD/3BA $2,750,000 Below 14 451 Avila Street 3BD/3BA $3,900,000 Above 17 are yes and yes. Will these prices remain high and contin- 1657 Beach Street 4BD/5BA $4,100,000 Below 121 Hill & Co.’s marketing department ue to rise? That is literally the million-dollar Nob Hill (no sales) recently took an in-depth look at the aver- question. But consider this: New housing North Beach (no sales) age sales price over the last 20 years for both starts are still low locally and nationwide, so Pacific Heights 1907 Lyon Street 3BD/1BA $1,320,000 Below 32 2253 Webster Street 2BD/2BA $1,980,000 Below 38 single-family homes and condominiums demand will continue to outstrip supply in 2452 Green Street 4BD/2BA $2,500,000 Above 19 citywide. Of course, some neighborhoods the foreseeable future. Two additional fac- 2430 Clay Street 3BD/3.5BA $2,600,000 Below 69 1915 Washington Street 4BD/4BA $3,000,000 Above 8 are seeing a faster rise in home values than tors suggest sustained appreciations. Interest 2609 Fillmore Street 6BD/3.5BA $3,500,000 Above 15 2916 Sacramento Street 5BD/4.5BA $3,725,000 Above 11 others, but that’s to be expected. It’s better rates remain very low and the Bay Area has 2847 Washington Street 6BD/5.5BA $5,300,000 Below 67 2430 Broadway Street 5BD/6BA $10,950,000 At 7 to look at the numbers citywide rather than a very healthy job market. We benefit from 2504 Jackson Street 6BD/5.75BA $13,000,000 Below 20 2340 Washington Street 5BD/6.5BA $8,250,000 Below 88 focus on a specific neighborhood because multiple streams of job production in con- Presidio Heights 3867 Washington Street 5BD/3BA $3,800,000 Above 11 that tells the real story. trast to most cities and regions, which typi- 3934 Washington Street 5BD/4.5BA $4,950,000 Below 29 3577 Pacific Avenue 5BD/4BA $7,000,000 Above 13 What did we discover with our research? cally rely on one or two industries. We have 34 Presidio Terrace 5BD/6.5BA $9,500,000 Above 29 3788 Clay Street 4BD/2BA $3,680,000 Below 24 The average price for a single-family home genetics, high tech, venture capital, finance,

Russian Hill 5 North View Court 4BD/2BA $2,475,000 Above 14 in San Francisco at the end of the first quar- tourism, education, medical, research,

Sea Cliff 2840 Lake Street 5BD/3BA $2,495,000 At 22 ter was $1,222,028. Interesting, but how sports, and entertainment sectors all con- 40 27th Avenue 3BD/3BA $2,925,000 Below 249 28 25th Avenue 6BD/3.5BA $4,030,000 Above 14 does it compare to 2007, at the height of the tributing to the health of our economy.

Telegraph Hill 30 edith Street 2BD/1BA $1,900,000 Above 1 market? Get ready for a surprise. In 2007 Add to this mix the fact that people from the average price for a single family home overseas want to buy property here, and you CONDOS was $1,204,167 — below the price at the see why home values are consistently high BEDROOMS/ ABOVE/AT/BELOW DAYS ON end of the first quarter of 2013! Personally in our little seven-by-seven city by the bay! NEighBORhOOD ADDRESS BAThROOMS SALE PRicE ASkiNg PRicE MARkET I said, “wow!” Clients have been asking me I would be happy to provide you with how we now stand in relation to that high copies of the charts and stats that support Cow Hollow 2912 Steiner Street #3 1BD/1BA $530,000 Above 33 2060 Union Street #5 2BD/1BA $770,000 Below 54 water mark based on all the good real estate the information I have presented here. But, 3128 Laguna Street #A 2BD/1BA $850,000 Above 36 1857 Lombard Street #3 3BD/2BA $1,298,000 Below 70 press of late. Now we have the definitive most important, I would encourage you to 2639 Greenwich Street 3BD/2.5BA $1,600,000 Above 12 135 Pixley Street #1 1BD/1BA $750,000 Above 8 answer. In addition, the average number of speak with your real estate professional if Lake 620 Lake Street #4 1BD/1BA $690,000 Above 16 days on market in 2007 was 41 and for the you are thinking of buying or selling a home 2415-2421 Lake Street #2419 2BD/1BA $725,000 Above 39 4500 California Street 2BD/2BA $800,000 Above 33 first quarter in 2013 it was 40 days. Then in San Francisco. It is a great time to do so. 176 20th Avenue 2BD/1.5BA $950,000 Above 12 197 18th Avenue 2BD/1BA $735,000 Above 41 there’s this; the average price of a single The real estate market has rebounded, and

Laurel Heights 3 Lupine Avenue 3BD/2BA $1,433,225 Below 27 family home in 1993 was $323,112; in 2003 San Francisco properties have proven to be

Lone mountain 2777 mcAllister Street 2BD/1BA $755,000 Above 15 it was $810,000 – a figure below the low- great investments over the years. 118 Beaumont Avenue 2BD/1BA $925,000 Above 29 est average price we saw during the recent marina 2466 Francisco Street #103 1BD/1BA $615,000 Below 62 3825 Scott Street #306 1BD/1BA $650,000 Above 14 drop. That low was $948,399. Stephanie Saunders Ahlberg has been a real 400 Avila Street #102 1BD/1BA $702,000 Above 9 3675 Fillmore Street #201 1BD/1BA $857,500 At 0 So how did condominiums fare? The estate agent for over 30 years and joined Hill 1342 Francisco Street 3BD/1.5BA $1,505,000 Above 14 2245 Francisco Street 2BD/1.5BA $1,300,000 Above 82 previous high for condominiums came in & Co. in 1983, where she has consistently 1330 Chestnut Street 3BD/2.5BA $1,565,000 Above 31 1456 Chestnut Street #1 3BD/2BA $1,619,000 Below 84 2008, where we saw an average sale price of been among the top 10 salespeople. She can 3235 Gough Street #304 2BD/1BA $680,000 Above 32 $848,296. At the end of the first quarter in be reached at www.realtyinsanfrancisco.com. Nob Hill 1255 California Street #102 0BD/1BA $405,000 Below 49 1334 Leavenworth Street 1BD/1BA $550,000 Above 56 1650 Jackson Street #704 1BD/1BA $775,000 Below 67 1255 California Street #603 2BD/2BA $917,500 Above 81 1361 Washington Street 2BD/1BA $955,000 Above 30 1610 Sacramento Street #3 2BD/2BA $1,195,000 At 75 Real Estate Investor Property politics 1610 Sacramento Street #8 2BD/2BA $1,350,000 Below 74 1101 Pacific Avenue #601 3BD/2BA $1,405,000 Above 21 1333 Jones Street #902 1BD/2BA $1,450,000 Above 20 1200 California Street #24A 1BD/1BA $1,700,000 Below 48 1623 Hyde Street 3BD/2.5BA $1,800,000 Above 11 City knocks homeowners with TIC deal 1170 Sacramento Street #11C 2BD/2BA $2,900,000 Below 24 1170 Sacramento Street #8D 3BD/3BA $3,770,000 Below 70 35 Reed Street 1BD/1BA $620,000 Below 40 1045 mason Street #202 2BD/2.5BA $1,510,000 Below 21 by john zipperer the bill and voting against the measure. Yes, a single

North Beach 2031½ Powell Street 2BD/1BA $565,000 Above 9 it, joined only by their col- lawsuit. In San Francisco. 33 Vandewater Street #104 1BD/1BA $625,000 Above 14 2248 mason Street 2BD/1BA $663,950 Below 112 n June 11, the San league Katy Tang. There are indeed hardcore 780-784 Green Street #780 2BD/1BA $695,000 Above 44 780-784 Green Street #782 2BD/1BA $739,000 Above 48 Francisco Board of As we noted in the renter advocates, but there 520 Chestnut Street #401 2BD/2.5BA $1,375,000 Below 0 Supervisors voted Marina Times in May, is someone else this whole Pacific Heights 1906 Lyon Street #4 1BD/1BA $669,000 Above 13 Oto change the tenants-in- Farrell and Wiener were debacle helps: Homeowners 1945 Washington Street #202 2BD/2BA $760,000 Above 41 1885 Jackson Street #401 2BD/2BA $780,000 Above 110 1998 Broadway Street #1501 2BD/2BA $850,000 At 3 common (TIC) condo trying to help TIC owners who like to talk about how 2295 Vallejo Street #401 1BD/1BA $865,000 Below 129 256 Presidio Avenue #2 2BD/2BA $890,000 Above 19 conversion system. But convert to fixed-rate mort- much they care about low- 2240 Green Street #1 1BD/1BA $930,000 At 3 they took a bill to enable a gages and get out of an eco- income renters, but what 1769 Broadway Street #5 2BD/2BA $1,100,000 At 351 Highly competitive and famously complex, the San Francisco 3110 California Street #3A 3BD/2BA $1,200,000 Above 22 larger-than-normal group nomic squeeze caused by they really care about is 3294 Clay Street #5 2BD/2BA $1,200,000 Above 13 1990 Green Street #505 2BD/2BA $1,220,000 Above 117 of TIC owners to become the joint-financing arrange- ensuring that their own real estate market can be both challenging and rewarding. 2325 Divisadero Street 3BD/2BA $1,250,000 Above 60 2829 California Street #2C 2BD/2BA $1,259,000 Above 41 condo owners and turned ments of TICs. Basically, property values continue to 2241 Sacramento Street #3 3BD/2.5BA $1,790,000 Above 12 Zephyr turns savvy, informed Bay Area urbanites into successful 3008 Clay Street 3BD/2.5BA $1,800,000 Above 16 it into a bill that will all but they would have allowed a rise to spectacular heights. 1880 Jackson Street #603 3BD/3BA $2,250,000 Below 1125 2115 Baker Street 3BD/2BA $2,255,000 Above 55 kill condo conversions for couple thousand TIC own- The fewer condos that can homeowners, investors and sellers. ZephyrSF.com 1940 Broadway Street #3W 2BD/2.5BA $2,550,000 At 0 2170 Pacific Avenue 3BD/3.5BA $3,000,000 Above 18 the foreseeable future. ers to convert, instead of be created by conversion 1960 Broadway #3 3BD/3BA $3,575,000 Below 202 2040 Franklin Street #506 0BD/1BA $489,000 At 19 KQED News head- the 200 annual conversions or construction, the fewer 1817 California Street #303 2BD/1.5BA $726,000 Above 49 2016 Pacific Avenue #201 2BD/2.5BA $1,000,000 Above 28 lined its report “San allowed in the city’s lottery. San Franciscans who can 2742 Pierce Street 3BD/2BA $2,400,000 Above 8 Francisco Supervisors Pass Chiu & Co. instead allow make a first step into home- Presidio Heights 3827 Clay Street 2BD/2BA $2,200,000 At 0 TIC Condo Conversion about 2,200 TIC conver- ownership. That means ever Russian Hill 1050 North Point Street #1504 0BD/1BA $510,000 Below 64 1832 mason Street 1BD/1BA $575,000 Above 20 Expansion,” and that’s cer- sions over a seven-year more people bidding for 1050 North Point Street #1007 1BD/1BA $625,000 At 33 1380 Greenwich Street #211 2BD/2BA $877,000 Above 13 tainly how the veto-proof period, but they also taketh the already small inventory 44 macondray Lane #2W 2BD/2BA $1,050,000 Above 8 44 macondray Lane #4e 2BD/2BA $1,100,500 Above 8 eight-vote majority of the away with the other hand, of for-sale homes in this 1047 Filbert Street 3BD/1BA $1,388,000 Above 8 36 Houston Street 3BD/3BA $1,400,000 Above 84 board would like it sold. shutting down the lottery town, which pushes up all 2156 Leavenworth Street 3BD/2BA $1,475,000 Below 42 1000 North Point #1801 4BD/3BA $2,995,000 At 58 But what the majority, led until at least 2024 (thus prices and valuations. And 1035 Vallejo Street 3BD/2.5BA $3,150,000 Below 28 by Board President David we’re really still at about that also hurts the ability 2240 Hyde Street #9 3BD/3BA $3,450,000 Below 63 1725 Jones Street #A 1BD/1BA $480,000 Below 0 Chiu, did was play oppo- 200 conversions a year) of owners or developers to 6 Sharp Place 2BD/2BA $1,425,000 Above 39 sites. They turned around and including what Farrell get property to rent out at Sea Cliff (no sales) the entire intent of the bill, rightly derided as a “poison affordable rates. Telegraph Hill 455 Vallejo Street #205 1BD/1BA $649,000 At 104 originally sponsored by pill” provision that would It’s a win for self-righteous- The data presented in this report is based on the San Francisco Multiple Listing Service and is supervisors Mark Farrell stop conversions and the ness, and a loss for the city. accurate to the best of our knowledge, but cannot be guaranteed as such. For additional information, and Scott Wiener, both of lottery altogether if even a contact Hill & Co., 1880 Lombard Street (at Buchanan), 415-321-4362, www.hill-co.com. whom ended up disowning single lawsuit is filed against E-mail: [email protected]

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Weekend Traveler Something to write home about Endless summer in Laguna Beach LEAVE NO DOG BEHIND.

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These restored, vintage “nothing to write home about” Sawdust Arts Festival celebrates essentials like umbrellas, sun- seating (949-494-8101). clapboard bungalows sit right on what they really mean is that it the work of local artists in a quaint screen and boogie boards round Come happy hour, try the beach and conjure up a sim- ROCKET DOG RESCUE | 415.756.8188 | P.O. BOX 460826, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94146 is no Aliso Beach. The brindled reconstructed artists’ village nes- out the selection. Thalia Surf Watermarc where food and pler time of wood-paneled surf sand is soft and pure and the tled within the shaded foothills of Shop houses a similar collection drinks are discounted from 4–6 wagons and beach blanket bon- WWW.ROCKETDOGRESCUE.ORG | [email protected] waves shine a beautifully lumi- Laguna canyon. Stroll the sawdust and also offers surf lessons for p.m. A fresh citrus Margarita or fires with the gang (800-444-7275, nescent aqua. There are even a strewn paths and browse a mix fledgling kooks (949-497-3304, a potent Caipirinha refreshes www.crystalcovebeachcottages.com). few coveted fire pits for roasting of fine art and crafts displayed www.hobiesurfshop.com; 949- after a day in the sun. A half- This page is sponsored by weenies and s’mores come sun- in charming booths built by the 497-3292, www.thaliasurf.com). priced burger menu allows you to Garrick Ramirez can be reached on down. The fact that the afford- artists themselves. Just up the Laguna has perfected the time- choose from numerous iterations Twitter at @WeekendDelSol or at able paid parking area fills up street, the Pageant of the Masters less art of the beach town. Bring ranging from traditional to duck- [email protected].

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The Adventures of Skylar Grey ANNOUNCEMENT: We need foster homes! Grateful Dogs Rescue partners with the San Francisco city shelter to save dogs from euthanasia. Make your home a short term or long term safe havenhaven andand helphelp savesave aa dog’sdog’s life.life. VetVet billsbills forfor fosterfoster dogsdogs arepaid paid by Puppy kindergarten, byGDR. GDR. Volunteers Volunteers and and donations donations are are always always welcome! welcome! Our Our website website features features moremore dogs, events, training resources, etc. Apply today to foster, adopt, or foster-to-adopt! GDR is an here we come all volunteer,volunteer, 501(c)(3) non-profit.Make Make youryour year-endyear-end tax-deductibletax-deductible donationdonation today! ACHILLESAUSTIN MOCHILULU Achilles,Austin is a an 7-month-old eight-month, rat MochiLulu is a is little a beautiful 6 pound, and 6 years fun terrier,puggle is(beagle ready x to pug). add He’s sparkle a15 lovingold sweetheart silky terrier Chihuahua. mix. He Sheis 7 pound puppy full of curiosity to your life. Achilles was found yearsloves toold cuddle and weighs and shares 14 pounds. foster and affection. He’s very active on the side of a freeway with Hehome loves with cuddling other smallup next dogs. to aand fractured loves going pelvis; out successful for walks. someoneShe’s easy and going gets and comfortable happiest Austinsurgery is repairedvery affectionate the damage. with verywhen quickly. you are He close adores by. people Being everyoneHe is now he a meets.healthy He 9 poundslikes to andalone all is not the fun attention for her. Sleeping he gets snuggle and sleeps with hisand people is a at great bedtime. cuddle He partner!enjoys a fromin a crate them. is scaryMochi for looks Lulu, forwardshe would to preferhis daily sleeping walks near and you.is a goodAchilles game is alsoof chase perfect with for dogs apartment his size. He life is (he’sfriendly smaller with Lulu was terrified of the car but has gotten much better. Lulu littlethan kids. most Austin cats!). is quite Fun smart for Achilles and already includes knows runninghow to sparkling exercise companion! Mochi is fine with other dogs, is great on her leash, and loves to explore outdoors. She is sitaround on command, the park he or is beachworking and on his splashing house training. in water. Austin He but would like living with a female dog best. Mochi can’t wait house broken and alerts her foster parents that she needs to canloves be playingleft alone, with but other prefers dogs being of around any size.people. Achilles Are you is to meet you! Look on the Grateful Dogs Rescue web site go outside. This little girl wants to be your friend. Do you have uppotty to givingtrained, this comes active, when fun-loving called, pup and his isforever working home? hard (www.gratefuldogsrescue.org) to view several fun videos of on learning basic commands. Achilles is good with Mochia gentle, on loving bath day!home for her? children, but is still getting used to loud traffic noise. Achilles is fun, fit andBAILEY waiting for his special home. Bailey is an adorable, huggable POSEYPHARAOH BANDIT11-year-old Corgi-Pomeranian PoseyPharaoh has a super 10-week-old model looks! Shep- Banditmix (his is a body three-year-old is mostly terrier Corgi herdShe mix is a puppy. 3 year His old, foster house- par- “Do I really have to go to kindergarten, mom?” mixand lookinghis head for is herthe foreverPom part!). lap. entstrained have professional given him lots lap of dog.love andPosey nurturing is a clever since girl being who born. en- by susan dyer reynolds Suddenly, the connected father figure. And so, on NothingHe currently makes weighs Bandit 23 pounds. happier yards behind our Haight- Sept. 6, 2006, I adopted thenBailey sitting is very close healthy to her but person. could Pharaohjoys the LOVES company everything of other in The Universe is one great Ashbury Victorian were my beloved pit bull, Banditshed a needs few a extra relaxed pounds. adult dogs, fetching small balls, hisand world:knows people,many doggie playing tricks. ball, kindergarten for man. crawling with abandoned Jasmine Blue. Bailey is looking for a companionhome that he may can includehang out mature with Posey can be shy meetingsitting new in people your lap, but giving warms kisses, up Everything that exists has cats. I enlisted a feral The first day I had Jazzy, kids.on the Bandit couch, gets at along the park, with orboth on catsa nice and walk dogs through but adores the quickly.napping, Posey’s puppy treats,ideal adopter toys, and is otherhome dogs. most Heof isthe already time, brought with it its own cat rescue group to help I decided to take her to neighborhood. His ideal home will be one without small or could take Posey to work. She would also enjoy an- peculiar lesson. with trapping, spaying, Buena Vista Park, a good her person most of all! She doesn’t seem that interested in trained to come when called, sit for treats, and fetches. — Orison Swett Marden and neutering. We rere- 15-minute walk from our toyschildren. or chew He doesn’ttreats but require does a like lot herof exercise food. She but is heworking loves otherPharaoh adult is trained dog in to the use house. wee wee Posey pads. is Pharaohworking ison looking being leased them, put out food house. Her foster mom ongoing being for completely walks and beinghouse outdoors. broken. She He loves is good her walks on leash and leftfor someonealone for to extended spend time time with — she’s him, smartas he andis too eager young to he day I adopted and water, and one of my made it clear that Jazzy had doesand is very fine well with on othera leash. dogs. This Bailey 10-pound is looking scruffy for muffin a walking will please,to be left so we alone. know He she’ll will figure positively it out. make This youis gem laugh of a andpup DEPT. OF JOURNALISM Skylar Grey at San roommates even built spent the first six months becompanion- your perfect are Independence you the one? Day sidekick! willsmile! light Pharaoh up your will life! be your new best friend. He will love Francisco Animal beds under our deck so of her life in a Hayward 50 P !"#$%&'(")*&+%,#)&-./*&0$%&12$%34536*&7$&89..:&;&<9./=:>8?>99- TCare and Control, execu- the cats could stay warm backyard with no socializa- you Soooo much! tive director Rebecca and dry. We never could tion and had only learned Classes start Katz handed me a new catch the cagey orange to walk on a leash recently, August 14 puppy parent packet. As I tabby I called Kelly (after but I was undeterred. As we BENJI (FOSTERLADY OR ADOPT) SHILOH skimmed through the vari- the promiscuous daughter headed out, she was pulling BenjiLady is a an 4-year-old, awesome 21-pound little guy SHILOHShiloh is 6 years old and 40 ous handouts, Rebecca said, on Married with Children) hard and lunging at every Schipperke mix but looks more weighing about 20 pounds. Shiloh.pounds He of pureis a 6 joy.year-old He loves Rat “You should get her into — she already had two dog we passed trying to like a combination of border Benji can go anywhere with you. Terriergoing for mix walks and and around meeting 40 puppy kindergarten, too.” scraggly kittens and was play (much to the annoy- collie and black bear! Lady “Puppy kindergarten?” I obviously pregnant again. ance of their parents). He loves his daily walks and pounds.people alongHe loves the his way. walks He and is had a miserable beginning asked, laughing just a little. Kelly had her litter in the We finally got to Buena playing with all types of dogs. allcompletely the people he house meets. trained. Shiloh Jazzy was my first dog back of a ’57 Cadillac Vista Park and sat down to her life, unloved and tied Jour 19: Contemporary News Media 3.0 units He coexists well with cats. He Shiloh is shy around new, unknownis a pure dogs joy — at he home needs and to go is MWF 9:10 - 10:00 a.m. BNGL 713 Gonzales — well, the first dog I in the garage next door. to rest under a shady tree. LOVESto a short playing cable fetch by and day adores and slow when being introduced as he gets nervous when they picked up after, “OK, Jazzy, let’s go completely house trained. hisinside squeaky a storeroom toys. Best of at all, night. Benji run up to him. Shiloh’s perfect home would include lots of T 6:30 - 9:20 p.m. Mission/Rm. 217 Graham fed, and took care home,” I said after Shiloh is not comfortable when lovesDespite to this, cuddle. Lady He has doesn’t adapted like well being to lefther behind.foster home Sadly, love and attention, time for his daily walks, tossing his ball, Jour 21: News Writing and Reporting 3.0 units of. My mother half an hour or so, strange dogs run up to his face. He gets nervous and can Exhausted and stubborn, Benjiand quicklyis being learnedreturned basicdue to manners his adopters and having housetraining. to move. and rubbing his belly. He would be a perfect companion MWF 10:10 - 11:00 a.m. BNGL 715 Gonzales passed away just but she was having act out. His perfect home would be one with time to give before I finished none of it. “Come WeGentle are Lady looking loves for her a temporarywalks. She foster loves orbelly a new rubs forever while for almost anyone. Shiloh knows all his basic commands. T 6:30 - 9:20 p.m. Mission/Rm. 218 Rochmis Jazzy flopped on her side him lots of love and time for daily walks. Someone to toss college, and when on, Jazz,” I said in homelying upside-down that can help inBenji your feel lap. secure Lady and thrives settled. on Grateful human He would need to be tested with cats if there’s a cat in the Jour 22: Feature Writing 3.0 units his ball for him and rub his belly. He knows all his basic I moved to the panting. It took all my a little firmer tone Dogsattention Rescue and will would assist be with happiest helping as this the sweet, only dogspecial in theguy home. Meet and greet the neighborhood this summer with R 6:30 - 9:20 p.m. Mission/Rm. 218 Rochmis City I brought as I tugged on her home. Lady is ready for a gentle, loving home where she commands. Shiloh is looking for the perfect companion become the perfect new member of your family. attention getter Shiloh! Jour 23: Electronic Copy Editing 3.0 units her three beloved patience to get her home. leash. It was obvi- can get the attention she deserves. to share life’s simple pleasures. cats, which were ous Jazzy wasn’t W 6:30 - 9:20 p.m. Mission/Rm. 218 Rochmis much easier to hide from Eventually she learned to used to walking; at just GDR’S MESSAGE: Meet the dogs you see here and our other available dogs at the next Jour 24: Newspaper Laboratory 3.0 units our landlord, Mr. Derby, trust me, and once the kit- seven months old, she was GDR’S MESSAGE: Are you looking to adopt a dog in the San Francisco Bay area? Then you MWF 12:10 - 1:00 p.m. BNGL 615 Gonzales than a dog. Once, as Mr. tens were weaned I had out of shape. Exhausted Grateful Dogs adoption event: Sunday Streets on the Great Highway, Sunday July 7th from 11 a.m. to 4 Derby was fixing our dish- Kelly spayed and found and stubborn, she flopped shouldp.m. To viewcome more out Grateful to the DogsGrateful and for Dogs information Rescue onAdoption volunteering event or onfostering, March please 16 at visitPet www.Food Jour 26: Fundamentals of Public Relations 3.0 units washer, he glanced toward homes for three of her on her side panting pro- W 6:30-9:20 p.m. Mission/Rm. 217 Graham Expressgratefuldogsrescue.org. on Market from To view12:30 more to 3PM. Grateful Our Dogs second and for March information event on will volunteering be at BellaPelle or fostering, at 9 the sliding glass door to offspring. The fourth, an fusely and ignored me. It please visit www.gratefuldogsrescue.org. Jour 29: Magazine Editing & Production 3.0 units find six chartreuse eyes orange tabby with an inso- took all my patience and Maiden Lane on March 30th from 11AM to 2PM. M 6:30 - 8:20 p.m. Mission/Rm. 217 Graham staring back at him. “The lent expression and perfect nearly an hour to get neighbor’s cats,” I said con- Groucho Marx moustache, her home. Jour 30C: Selected Topics in Journalism 3.0 units fidently. “They like to lie became my favorite cat of “Puppy kindergarten, huh?” FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THESE AND OTHER DOGS: HOURS ARR 08/14-12/19 Gonzales in the sun on our deck.” A all time, Steven. He was Rebecca nodded, jot- Jour 31: Internship Experience 2.0 units few years later I wound up my constant companion ting the information down 415-587-1121 • www.gratefuldogsrescue.org HOURS ARR BNGL 615 Gonzales buying the house from Mr. for 15 years, but when he on a Post-It. “It’s great for Derby, and as we signed passed away in July 2006, socialization, basic com- [email protected] Jour 37: Intro to Photojournalism 3.0 units the final papers he said, I knew it was the right mands, leash skills …” !" #$%&"'"($)&"*+,+" -.//.0123,+")44"" 5.6718 “By the way, I knew about time to adopt a puppy: I tucked the Post-It into Jour 38: Intermediate Photojournalism 3.0 units the cats.” Not only was I a home- my new puppy parent This page is sponsored by Locally owned and operated by Michael & Mark

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