This gathering will be on June 25th from 6:00-7:30pm in the lobby of SomaGrand (1160 Mission Street at Seventh Street). Attendance will be limited to the first 100 individuals to email rsvp@socketsite.com (your email address will NOT be shared). And no, this isn't going to be a sales pitch (to which others can attest).

Published by SocketSite on June 17, 2008.

The WalkSF annual meeting is on Wednesday June 18th starting at 5:30. The location is 995 Market St., Suite 1550. We will start the meeting with a presentation about the Better Streets Plan. This presentation will focus on the ped policies of the plan, so we encourage you to go to the other outreach events, though this one will focus on a different aspect of the plan. We will order dinner. Please RSVP to peds -at- walksf.org so that we have an idea of how many people to expect.

Published by Rincon Hill neighborhood blog on June 17, 2008.

∙ Listing: 401 Crescent Way #4109 (3/2) - $579,000 [MLS]

Published by SocketSite on June 17, 2008.

8 p.m. // Enrico's (504 Broadway) // free

Published by SFist on June 17, 2008.

I was reading the forum over at skyscraperpage.com and it seems that 535 Mission is preparing to break ground. The parking lot is now closed and a few workers were on site. Can anyone confirm? Photo is courtesey of Downtown Dave at Skyscraperpage.com....

Published by SocketSite on June 17, 2008.

The New And Improved (And Approved) Design For 300 Grant Avenue

Published by SocketSite on June 17, 2008.

Del Martin and Phyllis Lyon wed at San Francisco City Hall Monday evening, 55 years into their relationship, becoming the first same-sex couple to marry in the city since the state Supreme Court's historic decision last month to legalize same-sex marriage.

Published by CBS News (Channel 5) on June 17, 2008.

Caltrans crews will close lanes at various times to upgrade traffic signals and to fix potholes on the busy street, which is also part of State Highway 1, between Lincoln Way just outside Golden Gate Park and Vicente Street.

Published by KTVU News (Channel 2) on June 17, 2008.

Lawyers for the city of San Francisco and same-sex couples had said the bid for a stay was a frivolous and futile gesture because the California Supreme Court, as the state's highest court, had already refused to grant a stay.

Published by CBS News (Channel 5) on June 17, 2008.

Dozens of same-sex couples headed to San Francisco City Hall Tuesday, some to obtain marriage licenses and others to wed, while supporters crowded along the Polk Street steps to celebrate the historic day.

Published by CBS News (Channel 5) on June 17, 2008.

Some protesters were outside San Francisco City Hall, where the first same-sex marriage took place today.

Published by ABC News (Channel 7) on June 17, 2008.

Willie Mays and about a half dozen other dignitaries officially opened a new facility for young people in San Francisco's Hunters Point Monday afternoon.

Published by ABC News (Channel 7) on June 17, 2008.

The collision occurred between a T-Third train and a train on the N-Judah line right in front of AT&T Park. The crash also caused confusion for many fans who were attending the Giants versus A's game just hours afterwards.

Published by ABC News (Channel 7) on June 17, 2008.

Protesters are expected in droves today outside county clerks' offices in several California counties. People opposed to same-sex marriage gathered on the sidewalk outside of San Francisco City Hall on Monday night but were quickly outnumbered by supporters of the unions.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 17, 2008.

The one-car T-Third train was traveling 17 mph in a 3 mph zone when it rear-ended a two-car N-Judah train stopped at a red light. The crash occurred near the Giants ballpark on King Street near Fourth Street a little after 2 p.m. Saturday.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 17, 2008.

But I've stayed in the city-funded homeless shelters, and after a night at Marian, it's hard not to rave about the differences. I'm given an actual bed to sleep on, with freshly laundered sheets, blankets, and a pillow. The bathrooms and showers are clean, and I'm offered every toiletry I could possibly need — as well as pajamas. Dinner is a wholesome meal of turkey, potatoes, and steamed greens — not the mystery meat on Wonder bread I received at the city's MSC South shelter.

Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on June 17, 2008.

Protesters are expected in droves Tuesday outside county clerks' offices in several California counties. People opposed to same-sex marriage gathered on the sidewalk outside of San Francisco City Hall this evening but were quickly outnumbered by supporters of the unions.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 17, 2008.

Willie Mays, above, speaks at the grand opening ceremony of the Willie Mays Boys and Girls Club in Hunters Point. At right, Damonte Black (left) and other youths listen to the Giants baseball legend's words of wisdom.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 17, 2008.

Last month, Frances Taylor contacted ChronicleWatch with an urgent question: When would Rolph Park be open again? Closed for renovation, the San Francisco park bordering Potrero Avenue and Cesar Chavez Street was supposed to be open in January, "then March, then April, then May," Taylor says.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 17, 2008.

Jeff Beck of Orinda came to City Hall to see his daughter Alison, 32, and her partner, Huong Nguyen, 34, get their license. He said that when he was young, gay men and lesbians were subjected to constant ridicule, and he was nervous when his daughter came out because of what she might face.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 17, 2008.

The one-car T-Third train was traveling 17 mph in a 3 mph zone when it rear-ended a two-car N-Judah train stopped at a red light. The crash occurred near the Giants ballpark on King Street near Fourth Street a little after 2 p.m. Saturday.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 17, 2008.

Cossu. Formerly Pasha, this incarnation combines Moroccan, Asian and California flavors. 1516 Broadway, S.F.; (415) 885-4477. Dinner daily.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 17, 2008.

Maurizio Bruschi started making his thin-crust pizzas at Pazzia, which I blogged about last year, but a dozen years ago, he sold out and opened a Rome-inspired trattoria in the heart of North Beach. If you want a good pizza in that neighborhood, Ideale is the place to go.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 17, 2008.

Maurizio Bruschi started making his thin-crust pizzas at Pazzia, which I blogged about last year, but a dozen years ago, he sold out and opened a Rome-inspired trattoria in the heart of North Beach. If you want a good pizza in that neighborhood, Ideale is the place to go.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 17, 2008.

Indian street food hits the Castro area today at Kasa Indian Eatery. Owners Anamika Khanna and Tim Volkema offer Khanna's version of a wrap, the kati roll. The six fillings include chicken tikka masala and karahi paneer, wrapped in a flaky, buttery roti.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 17, 2008.

Shotaro "Sho" Kamio is one of the hardest-working chefs in town. He has been the executive chef of Yoshi's Jack London Square for the past 2 1/2 years, and now also oversees the kitchen of Yoshi's San Francisco. On top of that, he donates his time to local charities, his daughter's school, and travels to Japan each year to see what new culinary trends he can incorporate into the restaurants' menus.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 17, 2008.

Shotaro "Sho" Kamio is one of the hardest-working chefs in town. He has been the executive chef of Yoshi's Jack London Square for the past 2 1/2 years, and now also oversees the kitchen of Yoshi's San Francisco. On top of that, he donates his time to local charities, his daughter's school, and travels to Japan each year to see what new culinary trends he can incorporate into the restaurants' menus.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on June 17, 2008.

On Tuesday May 20, Phil Lesser of Lesser Enterprises presented his critique of the proposed Eastern Neighborhoods Plan to the general meeting of the Mission Merchants Association gathered at the Arguello Café on Mission at 24th Streets.

Published by Mission Dispatch on June 17, 2008.

The input from the people living in the South of Market neighborhoods brings an important human dimension to the data we will weigh with equal gravity in our recommendation,” said Andrus.

Published by Mission Dispatch on June 17, 2008.

The Physicians rebuttal is that, we agree that the entire City, especially SOMA neighborhoods will benefit from better access to ambulatory services. However, it is an error to then assume that this means that in-patient services are not also needed. The report, say the physicians, did not draw that conclusion, it is being inferred by CPMC

Published by Mission Dispatch on June 17, 2008.

he next dinner is happening this Thursday, June 19, at the Crimson Lounge (687 McAllister at Gough) -- with Opaque dinners scheduled for Friday and Saturday as well. The three-course menu runs $99 a piece (check it out here), and remember: dress like you'll be sitting in the dark eating for two hours!

Published by SF Weekly on June 17, 2008.

The ancient letter board just inside the entrance of the Ella Hill Hutch Community Center tells much of the story of this neighborhood institution. Since 1981 it's been a crucial hub for the Western Addition, a mostly level stretch of terrain west of downtown that rivals the Mission District and Bayview–Hunters Point as the source of the most despair from senseless gun violence.

Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on June 17, 2008.

The ancient letter board just inside the entrance of the Ella Hill Hutch Community Center tells much of the story of this neighborhood institution. Since 1981 it's been a crucial hub for the Western Addition, a mostly level stretch of terrain west of downtown that rivals the Mission District and Bayview–Hunters Point as the source of the most despair from senseless gun violence.

Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on June 17, 2008.

The ancient letter board just inside the entrance of the Ella Hill Hutch Community Center tells much of the story of this neighborhood institution. Since 1981 it's been a crucial hub for the Western Addition, a mostly level stretch of terrain west of downtown that rivals the Mission District and Bayview–Hunters Point as the source of the most despair from senseless gun violence.

Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on June 17, 2008.

The ancient letter board just inside the entrance of the Ella Hill Hutch Community Center tells much of the story of this neighborhood institution. Since 1981 it's been a crucial hub for the Western Addition, a mostly level stretch of terrain west of downtown that rivals the Mission District and Bayview–Hunters Point as the source of the most despair from senseless gun violence.

Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on June 17, 2008.

Is this the kind of guy you want advocating for your health? Join a protest outside supporting SB 840, California's single-payer bill, and the end of health insurance companies. Noon, free Moscone Center West

Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on June 17, 2008.

(1) Fatally French frites with aioli, L'Ardoise, SF

Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on June 17, 2008.

(2) Vegan snowfish sandwich, Love N' Haight, SF

Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on June 17, 2008.

(5) 2006 Zeltingen-Mosel Riesling Kabinett, Fish and Farm, SF

Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on June 17, 2008.