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Green Apple Books to take ownership of “Browser Books” on Fillmore

Posted on September 11, 2019 by Sarah B.

We heard the good news this week that our very own Green Apple Books will be expanding once more; this time to make sure a book-selling institution stays open for business. The owners of Green Apple Books announced that they… Continue Reading →

Business
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Final approval for new swim center in the old Alexandria Theater happening Thursday at Planning Commission

Posted on June 18, 2019 by Sarah B.

On Thursday, the San Francisco Planning Commission will decide whether or not to approve a Conditional Use Permit for the proposed changes to the old Alexandria Theater building on the corner of 18th Avenue and Geary Boulevard. The theater has… Continue Reading →

Business, Real Estate
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Hi-Five Sports on Geary closes its doors after 5 years

Posted on May 16, 2019 by Sarah B.

Hi-Five Sports at 5411 Geary near 18th Avenue closed its doors this week after 5 years in business. The sports-themed enterprise offered indoor sport classes, camps, leagues and special events in its 5,000 square foot facility. Hi-Five was a popular… Continue Reading →

Business, Kids
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It finally happened: The “Linen Outlet” on Clement St. went out of business

Posted on May 13, 2019 by Sarah B.

If you lived in the Richmond District or shopped on Clement Street in the past two decades, then you’ve surely chuckled at the “Going out of Business!” sale signs plastered all over the windows of the “Linen Outlet” store, located… Continue Reading →

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Local Links: #FewerVacancies legislation moves forward; Pottery hunting; Schubert’s legacy; Top Sushi spots

Posted on February 27, 2019 by Sarah B.

Here are some local links and tidbits for your Thursday… #FewerVacancies Legislation nearing final vote by Board of Supervisors The #FewerVacancies legislation that Supervisor Sandra Fewer introduced last year to improve the monitoring of commercial vacancies – and demand increased… Continue Reading →

Art, Business, Food, Real Estate
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Fewer introduces legislation to improve City’s vacant storefront registry

Posted on December 19, 2018 by Sarah B.

Earlier this year, blog readers were involved in an effort to count the vacant storefronts in the Richmond District. Spearheaded by District 1 Supervisor Sandra Fewer, the #fewervacancies campaign resulted in the identification of over 150 vacant storefronts in the… Continue Reading →

Business, Real Estate

Support your local businesses this Thursday night at ClemenTime Holiday Stroll

Posted on December 3, 2018 by Sarah B.

This Thursday is the 8th annual Clementime Stroll, an evening of shopping and holiday festivities along Clement Street. Your favorite Inner Richmond shops and eateries will have refreshments, sales, raffles, crafts, gift wrapping and more to get you in the… Continue Reading →

Business, Events, Shopping
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Local links: Green Apple turning 51; Supervisor Fewer’s tour of the ‘hood; Homelessness Meeting Pt 3; new “YIMBY” political action group

Posted on October 4, 2018 by Sarah B.

Green Apple is turning 51 and wants to celebrate On the weekend of October 13 & 14, Green Apple Books at 506 Clement Street will celebrate 51 years in business. They’re offering some great incentives for you to stop by… Continue Reading →

Business, Community, Video

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