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Supervisor Katy Tang
Sunset Par kside
2014
Message from the Supervisor
November
Thank You
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would like to take this opportunity to thank the residents of District 4 for your support during this election. Tuesday’s results mean that our office will be able to continue serving residents for the next four
years, and we are grateful that you have provided us this opportunity to continue working with you. We
look forward to continuing our work in ensuring that Sunset residents have adequate and reliable public
transportation service, access to clean and safe neighborhood parks, a strong network of small businesses
in our community, services for youth and seniors, access to affordable housing, and a safe neighborhood
to live in.
As we head into the upcoming term, I hope that you will stay connected with our office and continue to
share your thoughts and suggestions with us.
Unveiled the Taraval & 32nd
Facade & Mural Beautification Project
Our Year
At-A-Glance
Launched the
Sunset District Blueprint
Made Changes with SFMTA
on the “Switchback” Policy
Held First D4
Preparedness Workshop
with NERT & SFFD
Activated the Signal at
Sunset & Yorba
Held First Mobile Job Fair
in District 4
Completed Safe-Route-toSchool Project on Ortega St.
6 Cisterns Completed along
Sunset Boulevard
Passed Storefront Vacancy
Legislation at Board of
Supervisors
Installed 24 Front Yard
Gardens as part of Front Yard
Ambassadors Program
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DYD with R evel Paul at
Sunset Movement Arts
DISCOVER YOUR DISTR ICT (DYD)
R ECAP & NOVEMBER DYD EVENTS
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DYD with the SF Bicycle Coalition
and Swell Bicycles
ur first two community events for Discover Your District have been
an outstanding success! Created to provide community members with
the opportunity to connect with each other and enjoy neighborhood
activities, Discover Your District is a first-of-its-kind, neighborhood
program. Our first two events showcased the services provided by local
dance studio Sunset Movement Arts and bicycling opportunities and safety
tips from the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition and Swell Bicycles. Whether
it was youth learning to dance like the characters from Frozen with Julliardtrained Sunset District dance teacher, Revel Paul, or families learning how
to bike safely through the District, participants were able to experience the
unique offerings of our neighborhood. We look forward to meeting many
new residents through this program.
Be sure to join us for our upcoming Discover Your District events in
November!
Chinese Language Disaster Preparedness Course with Supervisor Tang,
the American Red Cross and the Tzu Chi Foundation
Saturday - November 8, 2014 (10:00am – 12:00pm)
Tzu Chi Foundation | 2901 Irving St. and 30th Ave.
Learn how to prepare yourself and your family in the event of a disaster or emergency.
Class will be taught primarily in Chinese. Free lunch will be provided. (Free; Limit 40)
Register Here: www.tinyurl.com/lx299nq
Visit the American Red Cross Bay Area at www.redcross.org/ca/san-francisco
Visit Tzu Chi Foundation at www.us.tzuchi.org/us/
Make Your Holiday Pie with Supervisor Tang and Expert Baker and
Owner of Rolling-Out Café, Bruno Tse
Thursday - November 20, 2014 (6:30pm – 8:00pm)
Rolling-Out Café | 1722 Taraval St. and 27th Ave.
Get prepared for your holiday feast early by making your pie with expert baker, Bruno
Tse. Participants should bring a pie shell, preferably a fluted pie shell with removable
bottom. Participants will take home a pie filling to bake at home.
($5 materials fee; Limit 15)
Register Here: www.tinyurl.com/ntcuojh
Visit Rolling-Out Café at www.rollingoutcafe.com
Photo by Janice Li
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Introducing R ay Law
New Legislative Aide for Supervisor Tang
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e are happy to welcome Ray Law as our newest Legislative Aide in
the District 4 office. Ray worked as the Senior Language Services
Coordinator for the Office of Civic Engagement and Immigrant Affairs,
which oversees the Language Access Ordinance in San Francisco. He led the
language services unit, which provides 24/7 translation and interpretation
services during emergency, crisis and urgent public safety situations within City
and County of San Francisco. He also assisted city departments on compliance
with the Language Access Ordinance that ensures equal access to city services and
programs for limited English Individuals in San Francisco. Ray conducted outreach to immigrant communities on different
city services and programs. Prior to joining the City, he worked for Sing Tao Daily in the Bay Area, and used to work as a high
school teacher and paramedic in Hong Kong.
Ray has his bachelor’s from Hong Kong Baptist University in Chinese Language and Literature, and is a graduate of the City
College of San Francisco in medical interpreting. Ray is fluent in Cantonese and Mandarin. His hobbies include reading,
running, basketball and supporting our local basketball team, the Golden State Warriors.
NEW: You Can Now Request
Bulky Item Pickup Through 311
D
id you know that over 24 tons of mattresses are collected from San
Francisco streets and sidewalks each month? And that over 3,000
street and sidewalk dumping requests are submitted to 311 every
month as well? In an effort to combat illegal dumping of bulky items,
our office asked 311 to handle bulky item pick-up requests and route
them to Recology on behalf of residents. We are happy to report that
311 quickly implemented a way for San Francisco residents to request
a bulky item pickup request by calling 311. Previously, residents could
only submit requests by calling Recology directly or submitting a form
on their website. We are also working with 311 to allow for requests to
be received through their website and smart phone application within
the next few months. We would like to thank 311, Recology, and San
Francisco Public Works for working with us on this issue.
As a reminder, all residential customers – both property owners and
tenants – are entitled to one or two free bulky item curbside pick-ups each year.
Visit http://www.recologysf.com/index.php/for-homes/residential-bulky-item-collection to learn more about bulky item pick up
requests.
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Front Yar d Ambassadors
Application Deadline
Extended through November 30th
Before
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ur Front Yard Ambassadors program helps Sunset residents remove
concrete and landscape their front yards with the assistance of experts
and volunteers. In total, through the Front Yard Ambassadors Program,
we have installed 24 gardens and removed 1,928 square feet of concrete in the
Sunset District, which will divert 23,136 (and counting) gallons of water from
our combined sewer system. All gardens are planted with drought tolerant
and very low maintenance landscaping that tolerates the climate in the Outer
Sunset.
Participants receive an estimated $1,500 of improvements and are only
required to pay for the $185 sidewalk landscaping permit. Applicants
must partner with a minimum of four houses on their block (five total).
Applications for the Front Yard Ambassadors Program will be open through
November 30th and can be found online at
www.sfbos.org/FrontYardAmbassadors.
Pavement Pr eservation on
the Lower Gr eat Highway
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he lower Great Highway from Sloat Boulevard to Lincoln Way is currently planned for an efficient and cost-effective
pavement treatment called “micro-surfacing”. The Department of Public Works (DPW) is applying this technique to more
than 250 blocks throughout the City to prolong the life of our streets. Micro-surfacing preserves the asphalt pavement by
protecting the surface from the effects of natural aging and the environment.
It extends the life of the road at a fraction of the cost by sealing off moisture,
preventing oxidation and restoring the wearing surface of the road.
Micro-surfacing is applied in dry, moderate to warm weather conditions –
so please be prepared for project delays if we have wet weather. The process
uses a large steam-roller like truck that pours the material on the street and
workers spread the material across the roadway.
7-10 days before the work begins, residents and merchants will receive
a notice and 72 hours prior crews will place “no-parking” signs on the
affected block. Streets that are being treated will be closed to all traffic on
the indicated dates, except for emergency vehicles. To learn more about
this process, visit www.sfdpw.org/index.aspx?page=1409.
The Gar den Project is Now Accepting Applications
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he Garden Project is currently accepting applications from San Francisco college students for its Earth Stewards Apprenticeship program for the 2014-2015 year. The Garden Project's mission is to empower young adults through environmentally
based job training and life skills programming, while transforming the urban environment. Apprentices learn organic horticulture and landscaping skills working on the streets of San Francisco, in the Crystal Springs Watershed, and at the Hetch Hetchy
Reservoir. To learn more, visit www.gardenproject.org or email [email protected].
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Tar aval Str eetscape Improvement Project
Construction to begin in November
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he Taraval Streetscape Improvement Project extends from 46th to 48th Avenue and is being funded by the Road
Repaving and Street Safety Bond approved by voters in November 2011. The Department of Public Works initiated a
community process to get input and feedback from residents, business owners and stakeholders about what issues and
opportunities exist along this part of the Taraval Corridor.
Three community meetings were held between 2012 and 2013. The final project design includes:
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Repaving;
A safer crosswalk at 47th Avenue;
Elements to enhance gateways at 46th Avenue and 48th Avenue;
Street tree plantings and bulb-out landscaping;
A seating area on the northwest corner of Taraval and 46th Avenue;
Permeable roadway in the parking strip;
New sidewalks; and
Streetlight upgrades.
Taraval Streetscape
Improvement Project
FYI
Work will begin the week of November 3, 2014 and is expected to last six months. To take a look at meeting materials,
presentations, and meeting notes, please visit sfdpw.org/index.aspx?page=1648. If you have questions or comments, please
contact Michael Rieger, project manager at [email protected] or (415) 558-4492.
PLANTED BULB-OUTS
The project area stretches from 46th Avenue to 48th Avenue on Taraval Street, a commercial corridor serving the surrounding
residential area in the Outer Sunset.
What’s happening: Improvements include more visible
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Project benefits: The project will enrich the experience
Recap on
Neighbor hood Events
3r d An nual Movies in McCoppin
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hat do a Frozen princess, an extraterrestrial, minions and Ghostbusters have in common? They were all characters
featured in films shown every Friday night in October at McCoppin Square at this year’s Movies in McCoppin! We
had over 100 to 200 community members enjoy the movie nights each week, and we are thrilled to share that our
office secured funding so that Movies in McCoppin can continue for the next four years. Our office would also like to thank
the community organizations and government agencies that helped make this event possible, including the People of Parkside
Sunset (POPS), Parkside Library, and Animal Care & Control. We look forward to seeing you at Movies in McCoppin next
year!
Supervisor Tang with POPS Members: Albert Chow, Les Ong,
Reiko Chow, Yumi Sam, Waylon Pon, Dallas Udovch
Parkside Librarian Ann Dorman hosting arts & crafts.
Supervisor Tang with Naomi Conroy (and Martin &
Pineapple!) from SF Animal Care & Control
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Recap on
Neighbor hood Events
3r d An nual Soapbox Der by
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he 3rd Annual Soapbox Derby on Sunday October 26th was a great success thanks to the Friends of Larsen Playground
and all of the volunteers who made the event possible. It was a perfect sunny day to showcase a crowd of classic and
vintage cars as well as enjoy some hot dogs and hamburgers served up by the San Francisco Firefighters Local 798 and
grilled to perfection on their grilling fire truck. We also had a number of exciting soapbox races with cars from Riordan, Pace
Core CA, the firefighters, Java Beach and more. Families also enjoyed great arts and crafts as well as face painting.
This event is an annual fundraiser to benefit the renovation and maintenance of Larsen Playground. With construction
underway at Larsen Playground, now is the last chance to contribute to the project and be recognized on the beautiful mosaic
tile walls. Donations of $250 or more will have an artist created tile.
Donate to Larsen Playground by visiting
www.sfpt.ejoinme.org/MyPages/FriendsofLarsenPlayground/tabid/479493/Default.aspx.
Photos by Nano Visser
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Calling All Artists and Artisans!
2nd An nual Sunset Distr ict Holiday Cr aft Fair December 8th
and Sunset Mercantile Mar ket December 13th
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e are excited to share that the Sunset District now has two great opportunities this holiday season for individuals,
business owners or other organizations to share their merchandise with our community: the Sunset District Holiday
Craft Fair and the Sunset Mercantile.
Our office is co-hosting our second annual Sunset District Holiday Craft Fair with District 4 resident Beverly Buchanan.
Holiday shoppers can stop by for unique holiday gifts, light refreshments and holiday carols. We thank Vintage Golden Gate
once again for graciously sharing their space with our community.
Sunday | December 8 | 10am – 4pm
Sunset Distr ict Holiday Cr aft Fair
Vintage Golden Gate | 1601 19th Ave. @ Lawton St.
Find more information or sign up to be a vendor at www.sfbos.org/SunsetDistrictHolidayCraftFair.
We all know that it takes multiple trips to get holiday shopping done, so we are
thrilled that the following weekend, Sunset residents Laura Peschke-Zingler
and Angie Petitt-Taylor will be hosting the first ever Sunset Mercantile
event! There will be shopping, musicians, storytellers, delicious food and
beverages as well as a plenty of activities for children. 10% of proceeds will
benefit the Francis Scott Key PTA.
Saturday | December 13 | 10am – 5pm
Sunset Mercantile
Francis Scott Key Elementary School (yard) | Kirkham & 42nd Ave
To sign up as a vendor, entertainer or activity host, visit www.sunsetmercantilesf.com or call (415) 465-2475.
2014 Sunset Distr ict
Holiday Gift Guide
Coming Soon
L
ast year our office publicized our Outer Sunset Holiday Gift Guide,
featuring over forty small businesses around the Sunset that offer great
holiday gift options.
Keep an eye out for this year’s Holiday Gift Guide and think about how you
can support our local small businesses while shopping for gifts for your friends
and family! We will send out the gift guide later this month. If you have any
ideas or suggestions for our guide, please email [email protected] or call
our office at (415) 554-7460.
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Sunset
District
Holiday
GIFT
GUIDE
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‘Tis the Season to Shop Local!
Happy Holidays
from the Office of
Supervisor Katy Tang
Gr eat Highway Flashing Beacons
GREAT HIGHWAY - ADVANCED WARNING SIGNS FOR ROAD CLOSURE
Great Highway - Advance Warning Signs for Road Closure
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ur office has been working with the San Francisco Municipal
Transportation Agency (SFMTA) and the San Francisco
Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) on the installation of
flashing beacons that will alert drivers when the Great Highway is
closed. The upper Great Highway is often closed due to inclement
weather or sand accumulation. Unfortunately, motorists are left
unaware of the closure until they arrive at the Great Highway itself,
resulting in diversions through neighboring residential streets.
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Skyline Blvd and John Muir Dr
This can be frustrating to drivers as well as residents that live on
adjacent streets affected by the resulting vehicular traffic. The
vehicular traffic on the lower Great Highway during closures has also
made the street unsafe for
pedestrians and families
living nearby.
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Not to scale, sign is 3’x3’
GREAT HIGHWAY
CLOSED
WHEN FLASHING
In response to future
closures, the beacons will North
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be placed strategically
on Lincoln Way at 33rd
Avenue, Sloat Boulevard at Middlefield Drive,
Skyline Boulevard at JohnFacing
Muir Drive,
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Skyline Blvd, North of John Muir Dr (Right Shoulder)
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and Fulton Street at 33 Avenue. The 2flashing
will say “Great
Highway
Sloat Blvd, atbeacons
Middlefield Dr (Median)
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Lincoln Way, at 33 Ave (Median)
WB Traffic
closed when lights flashing” to encourage
take
alternate
routes.
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Fulton St, at 33to
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(northwest
corner)
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Electrical work has begun
to install conduits, pull boxes and wiring to provide
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power to the beacons and controller cabinet. The SFMTA expects the pole and beacon installation work to be fast and traffic
NORTHBOUND
disruptions to be minimal. Work will occur during the off-peak hours between 9:00am and 3:00pm. Work is on track with an
expected operation date of winter 2014.
An nouncing Fr ee Public WiFi in San Fr ancisco
and at Sunset Playground
F
urthering its role as one of the most innovative cities in
the world, San Francisco recently expanded free municipal
wireless internet access (WiFi) to 32 parks, plazas and
open spaces across the City. Sunset District residents are now
able to access the WiFi network at Sunset Playground. To access
the network, individuals will need to connect to the #SFWiFi
network. For more information on the City’s WiFi efforts, visit
www.sfgov.org/SFWiFi.
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Statewide Ban on Plastic Bags
By: Laura Jefferson, District 4 Intern
S
an Franciscans already know to bring reusable grocery bags to the
supermarket, and soon all of California will have to remember as
well. California is the first state to ban single-use plastic bags in all
supermarkets and pharmacies. Senate Bill 270 (SB 270) – proposed by Senator
Alex Padilla and signed into law by Governor Jerry Brown on September 30
– provides $2 million in competitive loans to plastic bag manufacturers to
help them convert their operations to the production of the reusable bags
that many people in counties around California have already come to know.
California will completely phase out single-use plastic bags in supermarkets
and pharmacies by July 2015.
Read SB 270 here: http://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=201320140SB270
29 Sunset Route Change
By: Laura Jefferson, District 4 Intern
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our typical travel time on the 29-Sunset bus route will now be reduced by two to five minutes as the result of a new
change. The 29-Sunset buses will now use a red
Muni-only left-turn lane from eastbound Lincoln
Way onto northbound Crossover Drive in Golden Gate
Park, allowing buses to avoid the congested traffic on
20th Avenue, Irving Street, and 19th Avenue.
The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency
(SFMTA) has also moved the bus stop on 19th Avenue,
south of Lincoln Way, to Crossover Drive, north of
Lincoln Way, in order to accommodate the route
change. This also means that 28-19th Avenue and 91-Owl
customers will need to cross Lincoln to the new stop as
well. This project is part of Muni Forward Initiative, the
ongoing effort to create a safer, more reliable and more
comfortable experience both on and off transit. To learn
more about Muni Forward, visit www.muniforward.com.
Photo by Aaron Bialick
Safe Str eets SF Pedestr ian Safety Progr am
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n September, the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) rolled out the Safe Streets SF pedestrian
safety program. WalkFirst, in partnership with SFMTA, developed an innovative educational campaign to encourage
drivers to respect pedestrian space at intersections and for pedestrians to use the space more attentively. Analysis was done
through focus groups, project specific studies, and web surveys.
The results of the analysis have been translated into an educational campaign that you may see throughout the City and on
Muni vehicles. One ad depicts cars stopped in front of a busy, unmarked crosswalk, with the text, “It Stops Here.” A side panel
says “all intersections are crosswalks”, which is to remind everyone that all even unmarked crosswalks are legal pedestrian
crossings. This will be coordinated with a significant enforcement effort on behalf of the San Francisco Police Department.
If you are interested in learning more about the Safe Streets SF program, you can engage with the campaign at www.facebook.
com/safestreetssf and select “like.”
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SF Open Studios
in the Sunset
November 8th & 9th
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rtSpan is a nonprofit organization that works
to build community through connecting
the public to visual arts in San Francisco.
ArtSpan originated through the SF Open Studios
program which began in 1975 by a small group of
artists who wanted to make their art more accessible
to the public. Open Studios has grown and is now
the oldest and largest open studios program in the
country featuring an annual, month-long art event
showcasing over 900 emerging and established San
Francisco artists in their studios.
Sunset District artists will be showcasing their
work the weekend of November 8th and 9th from 11am
– 6pm. A list of the artists in our district is below,
along with a corresponding map of their studios. For
more information, visit www.artspan.org.
405a 405b 405c 406 406a 407 407a 408 400 Renee McKenna, 3131 Rivera St.
400b Alexandra Milukhin, 2566 47th Ave.
400c Nadine Browning, 2046 48th Ave.
400d Brent Wilson, 2034 48th Ave.
401a Eve Lyon, 2459 27th Ave.
403 Brett Walker, 1697 23rd Ave.
404 Carmen D. Melendez-Lubo, 1659 26th Ave.
404a John Lindsey, 3649 Lawton St., The Great Hwy.
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Annie Galvin, 4541 Irving St., 3 Fish Studios
Paul Madonna, 4541 Irving St., 3 Fish Studios
Eric Rewitzer, 4541 Irving St., 3 Fish Studios
Larry Letofsky, 1235 47th Ave.
Lennel Allen, 1244 47th Ave.
Jade Zabrowski, 1478 20th Ave.
Sherry Schaffer, 1710 Judah St.
Noah Phyllis Levin, 1245 17th Ave
Merchant Spotlight
New Tasty Tr eats
In the Sunset Distr ict
Twisted Donuts & Coffee
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wisted Donuts & Coffee
is a donut shop that puts a
unique “twist” on typical
pastry dough. Growing up in the
donut business, Paul Lim has loved
the traditional donut his whole life.
But this year, Paul and his wife Joyce,
decided to open Twisted Donuts &
Coffee and put a special “twist” on
the traditional donut. From their
S’Mores Galore, a raised donut
with chocolate icing, marshmallow,
and graham cracker cereal, to their
Baconpeno, a maple bacon donut
topped with jalapenos, and many other “twisted” creations, Joyce and Paul Lim have revolutionized the donut paradigm. But don’t worry,
for those who enjoy a more traditional pastry, Twisted also offers the standard donuts, croissants sandwiches, and deliciously simple but
fresh coffee. The next time you’re looking for a sweet breakfast or an afternoon snack, make sure to stop by and check out Twisted Donuts
& Coffee!
Twisted Donuts & Coffee
1243 Noriega Street
between 19th and 20th Avenues
(415) 463-5437
Hours: Monday-Friday 6:00am – 7:00pm
Saturday-Sunday 7:00am – 7:00pm
Swich
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here is a new sandwich shop on the block, but it’s not your typical hamand-cheese establishment. Instead, Swich is a customizable ice-cream/
cookie sandwich. Combining cookie flavors such as chocolate chip, red
velvet, and ginger with ice cream flavors like strawberry, mint, and chocolate
and a dippable topping of sprinkles, almonds or coconuts, you’re sure to build
an unforgettable ice-cream sandwich. Swich is owned by Kristen Lee and Sandy
Lam, who opened their innovative shop in September to offer a good but different
dessert option in the neighborhood. Along with ice cream sandwiches, Swich also
offers hot pressed sandwiches, pies, coffee and jars of pudding. Make sure to stop
by, say hello, and order one of their delicious offerings!
Photo Credit: Thao T. (Yelp)
Swich
2045 Irving Street
between 21st and 22nd Avenues
(415) 592-8091
Hours: Sunday-Thursday 11:00am – 9:00pm
Friday-Saturday 11:00am – 12:00am
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NEN Awar d Nominations
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he Neighborhood Empowerment Network (NEN) is now
accepting nominations for its 7th annual NEN Awards! The NEN
Awards are dedicated to elevating and celebrating the tremendous
work that residents and organizations do every day to make our City an
amazing and innovative place to live. Last year, our very own La Playa
SAFE group won the award for Outstanding Neighborhood Watch (www.
empowersf.org/6th-annual-nen-awards-outstanding-neighborhood-watch/).
If you have an outstanding Sunset District resident or organization you
would like to recognize, visit http://empowersf.org/nenawards/ to nominate
them in one of 12 categories. Nominations will be accepted until November
21st so submit them today!
Natur e Con nects at the SF Zoo
By: Laura Jefferson, District 4 Intern
T
he San Francisco Zoo is currently home to Nature Connects – an exhibit that is less creature
and more creative. Walk into the zoo this month and you will see giant nature-themed
sculptures made entirely of LEGO bricks, courtesy of artist Sean Kenney. Kenney’s
art inspires creativity within children and adults alike, and is sure to spark the creation of
countless living room masterpieces after a trip to the zoo.
Unlike conventional sculpture mediums, working with LEGO bricks can be exciting and very
challenging. Each piece reminds people of their childhood while evoking curiosity and awe.
Kenney wants to push viewers to be creative and hopes that children will go home and push
themselves to think big and create their own works of art. The exhibit closes January 4, 2015.
Read more at www.sfzoo.org/announcements/nature-connects.
Youth Voices on China Video Contest
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he 1990 Institute has announced their inaugural annual video competition, a national contest encouraging students
ages 13-24 to think more broadly about relations between the United States and China. The Youth Voices on China
contest is part of the 1990 Institute’s youth education program which aims to expand youth participation in global
education and cross-cultural awareness of China.
Students are invited to submit a thought-provoking video 2-3 minutes in
length on a topic related to the theme, “What’s China? Why Understanding
China is Important to My Future.” The videos should be directed towards
their American peers and should inspire them to learn more about modern
China. The 1990 Institute will award over $15,000 in cash prizes to over 12
students and to more than 10 sponsoring teachers.
All eligible videos must adhere to the official contest rules and entries may
be submitted online with the final submission deadline being Monday,
January 11, 2015. For more contest information, visit the 1990 Institute
website at www.youthvoices.1990institute.org or contact them by email at
[email protected].
November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 & December 6 | Saturdays | 10:00am – 12:00pm
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Sunset Elementary School
Winter Gala December 6th
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ooking for a great way to kick off the holiday season? Bring the whole family over to the Sunset Elementary School’s
annual Winter Gala! This fun-filled family fundraising event includes a silent and live auction, children’s activities,
raffle, food and wonderful live music and entertainment! Everyone is sure to have a great time at this community event.
All the fun takes place right at Sunset Elementary School, 1920 41st Avenue @ Ortega on Saturday, December 6th from 1pm
to 5pm. Admission is $10 per adult and kids are FREE! ALL proceeds benefit the students at Sunset Elementary via the
Families of Sunset PTA. For more information, visit the Sunset Elementary School PTA website at www.sunset-pta.org.
Join the Sons in Retir ement Social Club
T
he Sons in Retirement is a group of retired men who enjoy leisurely activities in the company of friends. Activities
include golf, bocce ball, tennis, wine tasting, pinochle, local travel and more. Special events are held during the summer
and holiday seasons that include women and other friends. Additionally, the Sons In Retirement host a monthly lunch
with a guest speaker on the first Wednesday of each month. The Sons In Retirement is a social group and does not fundraise
or have a political or religious agenda.
If you are not devoting full time to your career and can come to their monthly meetings, call Bill Gipe at (650) 878-5746 or
[email protected].
The Neighborhood Emergency Response Team (NERT) is a program to help the citizens of San Francisco to be self sufficient in a major disaster situation. NERT
November's Adoptable An imals From ACC
San Francisco Animal Care & Control
1200 15th Street @ Harrison Street
(415) 554-6364
www.animalshelter.sfgov.org
The San Francisco Department of Animal Care and Control is San Francisco’s only open door animal shelter that accepts any animal, in any condition,
of any temperament. SF ACC is responsible for the City’s stray, injured, abandoned, neglected and mistreated animals, of all species, including wildlife.
Services include adoptions, lost pets, animal law enforcement, dog licensing, animal cruelty and abuse investigations, animal rescue, and disaster planning
for pets. SF ACC is committed to the delivery of effective, courteous, and responsive animal care and control services to the residents of San Francisco.
Champ: (ID A355345) Big handsome fellow Champ is a 1 ½ year old pit bull who is looking for a forever
home where he will get lots of attention, a soft bed, and the love he so
deserves. He enjoys romps in the park, playing with toys, and walks.
Ocean: (ID: A361679) This 4 month old kitten needs some extra TLC as he
was found with a wound on his face. Healing quite nicely, Ocean is a sweet,
affectionate and handsome fellow and is the perfect fall color – orange!
Foxxy Love: (A358066) This little love bun is a female shorthair rabbit
with an incredibly friendly and loving demeanor. She loves people and would be perfect for a firsttime rabbit person.
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November Emergency Tip
Pr epar e for Holiday Mishaps
By: Jim McHugh, District 4 Intern
We cannot predict exactly when a disaster or emergency will occur. However, we can take measures to prepare for an emergency that will help prevent
damage and loss to our community. Our office will provide helpful information and resources on emergency preparedness so that District 4 residents
may take precautionary steps. You can also find more helpful information on emergency preparedness at www.sf72.org.
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he holiday season is a great time for family and friends to come together and be thankful for all that we have and
celebrate what lies ahead. Please read the following tips in order to ensure that you and your loved ones ring in the
holidays safely.
If you choose to deep fry your turkey this year, remember to set the fryer more than 10 feet away from your home on a flat,
level surface. Always defrost the turkey before placing it in the fryer. Never leave the fryer unattended and remember to have
a fire extinguisher available at all times.
If you are purchasing a tree for your home, please place it at least three feet away from heat sources such as fireplaces, heat
vents, candles, radiators, or lights. Some lights are designed specifically for indoor or outdoor use, so make sure the lights
you buy are appropriate for what you are using them for. To reduce the risk of fire, purchase lights that have fused plugs and
are UL or ETL approved.
Remember to water your tree daily and dispose it when the needles begin to drop. Dried-out trees are a fire hazard and
should never be left in, or placed against your home.
Finally, the holidays can be a hectic time for all of us. Please remember to exercise daily, eat healthy, and get plenty of sleep
to reduce stress!
Upcoming NERT Tr ain ings
The Neighborhood Emergency Response Team (NERT) is a program to help the citizens of San Francisco to be self sufficient in a major disaster situation. NERT
training helps citizens develop multi-functional teams that are trained in basic emergency skills. Through this program, individuals learn how to prepare themselves
and loved ones for a disaster while also creating a resilient community. All trainings are free. To learn more, visit www.sf-fire.org/index.aspx?page=859.
Class Session 1
Class Session 2
Class Session 3
Class Session 4
Class Session 5
Class Session 6
Earthquake Awareness, Preparedness, and Hazard Mitigation 3.5 hrs
Types of Fire, Hazardous Materials, Utilities Shut-offs, Terrorism Awareness 3.5hrs
Disaster Medicine 3 hrs
Light Search and Rescue 3.5 hrs
Emergency Team Organization, Disaster Psychology 3 hrs
Hands-On Application, Course review, and graduation 3.5hrs
Upcoming NERT Trainings
Register at http://sffdnert.eventbrite.com/ or call (415) 970-2024
1. Treasure Island Ship Shape Community Center | 850 Avenue I
November 12, 19 and December 3, 10 | 6:00pm – 9:30pm
December 13 | 9:00am – 12:00pm
December 13 | 1:00pm – 4:30pm
2.
SF Fire Department Training Division | 2310 Folsom Street (enter on 19th Street)
November 18, 20 and December 2, 4, 9, 11 | 6:00pm – 9:30pm
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Upcoming
Events
November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 & December 6 | Saturdays | 10:00am – 12:00pm
Girls Who Code
Girls Who Code is a non-profit organization that encourages more girls to close the gender gap in the computer science field.
Girls will learn to code along with other beginners in an open and accepting environment. For 6th-8th grade female students.
Ortega Library | 3223 Ortega Street and 39th Avenue
For more information, visit http://sfpl.org/index.php?pg=0100001601
November 8 | Saturday | 10:00am – 12:00pm
Chinese Language Disaster Preparedness Course with Supervisor Tang,
the American Red Cross and the Tzu Chi Foundation
A Discover Your District (DYD) Event
Learn how to prepare yourself and your family in the event of a disaster or emergency. Class will be taught primarily in
Chinese. Free lunch will be provided. (Free; Limit 40)
Tzu Chi Foundation | 2901 Irving Street and 30th Avenue
Call (415) 554-7460 or register at www.tinyurl.com/lx299nq
November 8 | Saturday | 2:00pm – 3:00pm
iMotion Animation
Create a short stop motion film using toys, everyday objects, and an iPad. For teens and tweens.
Ortega Library | 3223 Ortega Street and 39th Avenue
For more information, visit http://sfpl.org/index.php?pg=0100001601
November 8 & 9 | Saturday & Sunday | 11:00am – 6:00pm
SF Open Studios 2014 – Sunset District
SF Open Studios is the oldest and largest open studios program in the country featuring a month-long art event that connects
collectors with artists while simultaneously helping artists build their network and sustain a living making art.
To find open studios near you, visit: www.artspan.org/sfopenstudios
November 11 | Tuesday | 7:00pm
Outer Sunset Merchants and Professionals Association (OSMPA)
The OSMPA fosters the trade and industrial interests of its membership, promotes the advancement of the Irving Street District;
and provides a place for the open exchange of ideas, discussions and adoption of methods and policies for the good of the
neighborhood and the members.
Hard Wear Store | 2401 Irving Street and 25th Avenue
For more information: www.irvingstreetmerchants.com
November 12 | Wednesday | 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Advanced Health Care Directive Workshop
Presented by Carrie Huang from VITAS Innovative Hospice Care
Knowing and communicating your wishes for how you want to be taken care of should you become seriously ill is one of the
best things you can do, both for yourself and your loved ones. Working with the “Five Wishes” tool, Carrie Huang from VITAS
Innovative Hospice Care will help participants explore answers to important questions about major medical and life situations.
Parkside Library | 1200 Taraval Street and 22nd Avenue
For more information, visit http://sfpl.org/index.php?pg=0100002401
November 13 | Thursday | 6:00pm
Ortega Movie Night: To Kill a Mockingbird
Atticus Finch, a lawyer in the Depression-era South, defends a black man against an undeserved rape charge, and his kids against
prejudice in this classic movie, based on the novel by Harper Lee. Directed by Robert Mulligan. Not rated; 129 minutes; 1962.
Ortega Library | 3223 Ortega Street and 39th Avenue
For more information, visit http://sfpl.org/index.php?pg=0100001601
November 15 | Saturday| 10:00am – 4:00pm
Dianne Feinstein Elementary School Fall Harvest Carnival
Join Dianne Feinstein Elementary School for their annual Fall Harvest Carnival! There will be games, food trucks, a bake sale,
music, entertainment, a petting zoo, and face painting. The Dad’s Club will also be hosting a Chili Smackdown Contest.
Dianne Feinstein Elementary School | 2550 25th Avenue
For more information, email Janette Najar at [email protected]
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Upcoming
Events
November 18 | Tuesday | 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Coffee Cozy Craft
Dress up your “to go” cup with a personalized coffee cozy made of felt.
Parkside Library | 1200 Taraval Street and 22nd Avenue
Space is limited – please call (415) 355-5770 or email [email protected] to register
November 18 | Tuesday | 7:00pm
Taraval Police Station Community Meeting
Come listen to the Captain’s update and hear public safety news from around the community. To sign up for Taraval Station’s
newsletter, email [email protected].
Taraval Police Station Community Room | 2345 24th Avenue and Taraval Street
For more information: www.sf-police.org/index.aspx?page=858
November 19 | Wednesday | 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Advanced Health Care Directive Workshop (In Cantonese)
Presented by Carrie Huang from VITAS Innovative Hospice Care
Knowing and communicating your wishes for how you want to be taken care of should you become seriously ill is one of the
best things you can do, both for yourself and your loved ones. Working with the “Five Wishes” tool, Carrie Huang from VITAS
Innovative Hospice Care will help participants explore answers to important questions about major medical and life situations.
Parkside Library | 1200 Taraval Street and 22nd Avenue
For more information, visit http://sfpl.org/index.php?pg=0100002401
November 20 | Thursday | 6:30pm – 8:00pm
Make Your Holiday Pie with Supervisor Tang and Expert Baker and
Owner of Rolling-Out Café, Bruno Tse
A Discover Your District Event
Get prepared for your holiday feast early by making your pie with expert baker, Bruno Tse. Participants should bring a pie
shell, preferably a fluted pie shell with removable bottom. Participants will take home a pie filling to bake at home. ($5
materials fee; Limit 15)
Rolling-Out Café | 1722 Taraval Street and 27th Avenue
Call (415) 554-7460 or register at www.tinyurl.com/ntcuojh. If full, you may sign-up to be included on our waiting list.
November 25 | Tuesday | 10:30am – 11:30am
Exploratorium STEM Storytime
Join Exploratorium staff and your children’s librarian for a storytime and science activity about colors, light, and rainbows.
Sponsored by The Exploratorium, teaching kids about science though doing since 1969. Suggested ages: 3-5.
Ortega Library | 3223 Ortega Street and 39th Avenue
For more information, visit http://sfpl.org/index.php?pg=0100001601
November 25 | Tuesday | 3:30pm – 4:30pm
Say Thanks with a Button
Make some buttons before you leave for the break using recycled magazines and comics. You can also draw your own picture or
bring one in. Pin them to your bag, jacket, shirt, etc. Buttons are 1 ½ inch in diameter. For ages 8 and up.
Parkside Library | 1200 Taraval Street and 22nd Avenue
For more information, contact: Dorcas at [email protected]. No registration required.
November 29 | Saturday
Small Business Saturday
The Saturday after Thanksgiving, spend time shopping at small businesses in the Sunset District! By supporting local,
independently-owned small businesses, we help to create and retain jobs, boost the economy and preserve San Francisco’s small
businesses, many of which reside in our neighborhood commercial corridors.
For more information, visit www.americanexpress.com/shopsmall
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Pr incipal
Bar naby Payne
Mayor's
Education Advisor
Hydr a Mendoza
Lincoln Bell Game R ally
Assessor
Carmen Chu
John & Ton y
Batshon
Restaur ant Appr eciation Month
John 's Ocean Beach Cafe
Movies in McCoppin
with People of Par kside Sunset
Out & About
Soapbox Der by
October
2014
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Dimitr i Var dakastan is
of Nor iega Produce
Ocean Beach Music & Art Festival
Pumpkin Painting