It’s year five for Outside Lands and it’s boasting its biggest lineup of artists so far…and its biggest crowd. All three days of the festival are officially SOLD OUT. If you live near the park and will be welcoming people… Continue Reading
Another dramatically narrated video tour of old San Francisco has surfaced, which highlights the innovation of the then new Golden Gate and Bay Bridges. There are some shots of our part of town starting at the 7:00 mark, including the… Continue Reading
Here are a few local links to round out your Tuesday… @DevinMcCutchen sent us the video clip above from a 1915 Charlie Chaplin short film, “A Jitney Elopement”, that was shot in San Francisco. The second reel, featured above, features… Continue Reading
Photographer David Cruz sent us these photos of a Pied-billed Grebe with its chicks in Golden Gate Park’s North Lake on Sunday. David says the chicks like to sleep and hang out on the parents’ backs. Fun fact on the… Continue Reading
Photo by Der Dunn This Saturday, the Botanical Garden in Golden Gate Park will host their 15th annual Summer Gardening Fair. The fair offers visitors a chance to learn about gardening from horticulture experts, as well as purchase special plants,… Continue Reading
Our neighborhood nature photographer David Cruz came upon some young skunks on Strawberry Hill last night, out for an evening stroll. These guys are all over Golden Gate Park. As cute as they are, keep your distance! Unless you like… Continue Reading
A 1938 photo colorized by Christopher Dydyk Here are some local links to kick off your week! The above photo was colorized by Christopher Dydyk, a fine art photographer here in SF. The original black and white photo was featured… Continue Reading
Next Wednesday, the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park will stay open late for “Bollywood Nights”, a spicy evening of Indian culture, food, music and dance. Stop by between 6 and 10pm to enjoy Indian-themed fun including a chance… Continue Reading