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Photo: Kitty spa on Lake and 19th Avenue

Posted on September 12, 2012 by Sarah B.

Who says cats don’t like water? Reader Eli sent us in this photo of a cat taking a bath in a fountain outside a home near 19th Avenue and Lake. I’m sure the attendant is on his way with finishing… Continue Reading →

Pets, Photos
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Video: The story behind the “BIRD” scratched into the sidewalk on 11th Avenue

Posted on September 12, 2012 by Sarah B.

Our friend Woody at the Western Neighborhoods Project posted a new “History Minute”. This time it’s about a scrawled “BIRD” in the sidewalk on 11th Avenue near Clement. What does it mean? Watch the video to find out. After you’re… Continue Reading →

History, Video
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Aziza chef Mourad Lahlou appointed “culinary diplomat” by State Department

Posted on September 11, 2012 by Sarah B.

Aziza Chef Mourad Lahlou at the ceremony in Washington D.C. last week. Courtesy of InsideScoop SF Grub Street SF brings news that the owner and head chef of Aziza (5800 Geary), Mourad Lahou, was named a “State Chef” by the… Continue Reading →

Business, Food

Get help from the “Orchid Whisperer” at the Conservatory of Flowers, Sept. 18

Posted on September 11, 2012 by Sarah B.

I always love having orchids – they seem to last forever and are usually impervious to my lack of green thumb. Nevertheless, I have never been successful in getting them to re-bloom again. Next Tuesday night, Bruce Rogers – author… Continue Reading →

Events, Golden Gate Park, Green
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Got art skillz? Design the next San Francisco Public Library card!

Posted on September 10, 2012 by Sarah B.

Despite the growth of digital books and the internet being the go-to place for information, there is still something satisfying (and warm and fuzzy) about having a library card. Just knowing you can access a building full of books and… Continue Reading →

Community

Chocolate tasting for adults, movie night for kids at Zion School, Sept. 14

Posted on September 10, 2012 by Sarah B.

This Friday night, Zion Lutheran Church and School is hosting a couple of chocolatey events for adults and kids. First up is a Wine and Chocolate Night for adults (21+), which includes sampling tasty wines and delicious chocolates, and a… Continue Reading →

Events, Kids
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Customers missing Melisa’s Chinese on Balboa since closing due to fire

Posted on September 7, 2012 by Sarah B.

Reader Derek sent us the above photo, showing notes that Melisa’s customers have left on the door, lamenting that their favorite Chinese spot is still closed. “We miss you and will totally donate $ to help you get back!” reads… Continue Reading →

Business

Police Blotter – September 7, 2012

Posted on September 6, 2012 by Sarah B.

[Reprinted from The Richmond Police Station Newsletter of September 6, 2012. To be added to the station’s mailing list, email sfpd.richmond.station@sfgov.org.] CAPTAIN SHARON FERRIGNO’S MESSAGE It is with a heavy heart that the men and women of Richmond Police Station… Continue Reading →

Crime

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