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Sutro Heights mansion houses a recluse… and homeless in its backyard

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Sarah B.

The two homes belonging to Wing King on 48th Avenue near Sutro Heights Park Many readers will recall the early morning fire that burned on the hill below Sutro Heights Park in late January. At the time the SFFD determined… Continue Reading →

Fire, Parks, Safety
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Bright1Fitness offering group classes in Mt. Lake Park, Presidio & GGP

Posted on February 26, 2013 by Sarah B.

Bright1Fitness members workout in the shadow of the Golden Gate during a Saturday class Last weekend, I tried out a new group fitness class that is starting up in Mt. Lake Park, the Presidio and Golden Gate Park. It’s called… Continue Reading →

Classes, Golden Gate Park, Health, Parks
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Tile painting fundraiser for newly renovated Cabrillo Playground, Sunday

Posted on January 30, 2013 by Sarah B.

Examples of tiles that have been painted for the project Cabrillo Playground is currently undergoing renovations which include remodeling of the historic clubhouse as well as a complete overhaul of the children’s play area, creating separate play areas for pre-school… Continue Reading →

Events, Parks
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Lands End’s “Eagles Point” overlook up next for renovations; info event Saturday

Posted on January 7, 2013 by Sarah B.

A drawing of the new Eagles Point lookout; the current platform (inset) One of our favorite lookouts in the neighborhood is from Eagles Point, at the entrance to Lands End near 32nd Avenue and El Camino. It’s a spectacular overlook… Continue Reading →

Lands End, Parks, Recreation
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Fulton Playground re-opens with a colorful celebration

Posted on October 31, 2012 by Sarah B.

Argonne students try out the new climbing structure at Fulton Playground. Photo by SFDPW Even though the sun didn’t RSVP, about 200 people showed up to celebrate the new Fulton Playground on Tuesday afternoon. After a year-long closure and a… Continue Reading →

Parks
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New Rec & Park iPhone app puts a local park directory in your pocket

Posted on October 26, 2012 by Sarah B.

Last week, the city unveiled a new iPhone app for San Francisco Recreation and Parks. The SF Rec and Park App provides the public with the best app to find locations including Parks, Children’s Playgrounds, Dog Parks, Museums, Rec Centers,… Continue Reading →

Golden Gate Park, Parks
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Fulton Playground renovation complete! Grand re-opening event on October 30

Posted on October 24, 2012 by Sarah B.

The new play structures at Fulton Playground. Photo by ed_chinmv After almost exactly one year, Fulton Playground is now ready to re-open after a complete renovation. The playground and clubhouse closed in November 2011 to undergo a $4.2 million renovation… Continue Reading →

Events, Parks
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NYC’s “Ranting Elmo” shows up at Rossi Park; chased off by police

Posted on October 15, 2012 by Sarah B.

An adult man dressed up in an Elmo costume appeared at Rossi Park this past Saturday, walking around and trying to hug children. Parents were concerned by the man’s appearance and demeanor, so they called police who came to the… Continue Reading →

Crime, Parks

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