• Mission Nine years of everything

  I was still trying to figure out what I would do with my brain when Dan Pulcrano of the Silicon Valley Metro invited me out for really strong martinis at Blondie's Bar in the Mission District and offered me a job writing about tech workers in Silicon Valley.

  Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on July 22, 2008.

• North Beach Fighting for the right to party

  The measure was developed by the Save SF Culture Coalition, whose members include the Entertainment Commission, Black Rock City LLC (which stages Burning Man as well as events here in town), the Late Night Coalition, and the Outdoor Events Coalition (a group formed last year to counter city policies and neighbor complaints that threatened to scuttle the North Beach Jazz Festival, How Weird Street Faire, concerts in Golden Gate Park, and other events).

  Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on July 2, 2008.

• SoMa Fighting for the right to party

  In fact, event promoters say they've been hit by a quadruple whammy that threatens their livelihoods and the vibrant nature of the city: rising fees charged by city departments looking to close budget gaps, increased concern over alcohol consumption and other liability issues, more conflicts over noise in increasingly dense neighborhoods such as SoMa, and the ability of a handful of complaining neighbors to create event-killing permit conditions.

  Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on July 2, 2008.

• Golden Gate Park Fighting for the right to party

  The measure was developed by the Save SF Culture Coalition, whose members include the Entertainment Commission, Black Rock City LLC (which stages Burning Man as well as events here in town), the Late Night Coalition, and the Outdoor Events Coalition (a group formed last year to counter city policies and neighbor complaints that threatened to scuttle the North Beach Jazz Festival, How Weird Street Faire, concerts in Golden Gate Park, and other events).

  Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on July 2, 2008.

• Mission A heart once nourished

  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.

• Ella Hill Hutch A heart once nourished

  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.

• Marian Residence for Women Another shelter down

  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.

• Moscone Center Alerts

  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.

• L'Ardoise The Blender

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

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

• Hunters Point A heart once nourished

  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.

• Bayview A heart once nourished

  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.

• Love N' Haight The Blender

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

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

• Fish and Farm The Blender

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

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

• Hunters Point Shipyard And so it begins

  Mayor Gavin Newsom chose a telling site for the June 2 release of his budget: the San Francisco Police Department's Special Tactical Operations Center at Hunters Point Shipyard. And if its relationship to Proposition G, the mayor's plan to let Lennar Corporation develop the southeast part of the city, wasn't clear enough, Newsom made it explicit.

  Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on June 11, 2008.

• Potrero Hill A vote for public power in November

  As Amanda Witherell reports, the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission has been trying for years now to win approval for three city-owned combustion turbines that would generate electric power at a plant at the foot of Potrero Hill. The idea: the turbines, also known as "peakers," would generate enough power during peak-use periods to convince the state to shut down the dirtier Mirant Plant.

  Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on June 11, 2008.

• San Francisco General Hospital A fall revenue measure

  EDITORIAL If you think the June ballot was busy, wait until November. San Francisco will be electing six district supervisors. The mayor and organized labor are going to be pushing the mother of all bond acts, roughly $1 billion to rebuild San Francisco General Hospital.

  Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on June 4, 2008.

• Bayview Shit equity

  For decades residents of Bayview–Hunters Point have endured foul smells, thanks to the close proximity to their homes of the Southeast treatment plant. The site treats 76 percent of the city's sewage in facilities that are almost entirely outdoors. By contrast, facilities at the Oceanside plant, in a wealthier side of town, are mostly indoors and/or underground.

  Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on June 4, 2008.

• Roti Roti

  Perhaps, despite its too-short life, it was. The second of its kind could be Roti, in West Portal — a much better-looking restaurant than Tallula, though shyer about proclaiming its more distinctive dishes.

  Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on June 4, 2008.

• 401 Cortland Alerts

  Red Hill Books takes the initiative to save rent control by hosting an evening of free music and readings to fundraise against Proposition 98. Enjoy free literature and music in the name of rent control. 6 p.m., free Red Hill Books 401 Cortland

  Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on May 14, 2008.

• 1801 Green The Bike Issue: Behind the pack

  Northern Neighborhoods June 4, 6–7:30 p.m., Golden Gate Valley Branch Library, 1801 Green.

  Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on May 14, 2008.

• 2201 Lawton The Bike Issue: Behind the pack

  Western Neighborhoods June 3, 6–7:30 p.m., Sunset Recreation Center Auditorium, 2201 Lawton.

  Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on May 14, 2008.

• 5075 Third St The Bike Issue: Behind the pack

  Southeastern Neighborhoods May 22, 6–7:30 p.m., Bayview Anna E. Warden Branch Library, 5075 Third St.

  Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on May 14, 2008.

• 270 Sixth St The Bike Issue: Behind the pack

  Central Neighborhoods May 21, 6–7:30 p.m., SoMa Recreation Center Auditorium, 270 Sixth St.

  Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on May 14, 2008.

• Golden Gate Park The Bike Issue: Behind the pack

  It's a sea change from that ride I took with Newsom two years ago, three days after he vetoed Healthy Saturdays, which would have created another day of car-free roads in Golden Gate Park. He labeled the bike advocates as "divisive," and told me his veto decision was influenced by "people in the neighborhoods who just came out in force in ways that, frankly, I didn't expect."

  Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on May 14, 2008.

• 81 Langton Alerts

  Voices of change in Burma The American Jewish World Service organization and San Francisco Hillel cosponsor a night of entertainment and activism to honor those speaking out for change in Burma. 8–10:30 p.m., free SoMa Creativity Center 81 Langton, Suite 13

  Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on May 14, 2008.

• 595 Market Alerts

  Go indie for Gonzalez Join independent vice presidential candidate Matt Gonzalez for an intimate conversation on his politics, background, and proposed run for the Oval Office as Ralph Nader's running mate in November. Whether you think he's a spoiler or keeping it real, don't forget that he revolutionized San Francisco's minimum wage and his politics are probably a lot closer to yours than any Democratic frontrunner. 6 p.m., $7–$20 Commonwealth Club of California 595 Market

  Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on May 14, 2008.

• 1290 Sutter Alerts

  Women emerge in CA Come out to celebrate and support Democratic women in politics. Emerge California hosts its fourth annual reception with its Woman of the Year 2008, Assembly Speaker-Elect Karen Bass. Join them for an evening to inspire and promote Democratic women running for public office. 6–8 p.m., $100 Lodge Room, Regency Center 1290 Sutter, SF

  Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on May 14, 2008.

• 16th and Mission The Bike Issue: Getting in gear

  One BART oddity: That groove running beside the stairs at the 16th and Mission station is to wheel your bike up and down rather than carrying it. Who knew? Not me. It's a pilot project, so if you use it and like it, let BART know by calling (415) 989-2278 and the transit agency might install some more.

  Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on May 14, 2008.

• Moscone Center Cow tipping in Daly City

  "Particularly [San Francisco's Moscone Center] does not lend itself to public shows because of the parking issue, and it's a very expensive building to work in," Kelly said.

  Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on May 14, 2008.

• Cow Palace Cow tipping in Daly City

  In the newest twist, promoters of shows and conventions that have long been held at the Cow Palace are being approached by officials from an expo center in San Mateo County about moving their events, which could increasingly drain the Cow Palace's income and kill efforts to stop Daly City and its allies in Sacramento from selling it.

  Published by San Francisco Bay Guardian on May 14, 2008.

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