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Welcome to San Francisco’s newest weekly artist market featuring over 25 different artist and designers each week. Every Saturday from noon to 6pm at 2565 Mission Street (@22nd) music will be playing with DJ’s starting around 2pm. The bar will also be offering drink and food specials all day! Sip $5 Mimosas and Bloody Mary’s and snack on $5 French Sandwiches as you shop local for one-of-a-kind art pieces. “Market SF specializes in helping artists find patrons… and patrons find art they love. Our goal is to help artists get their art out of their studio and into the hands of art lovers.”

Check out the line up at the next Market SF artist market on Saturday, August 7th – August 7th Participating Artists. You can also follow along on the Market SF Facebook Page – it can also be found on the UNION SF Facebook favorites!

Kelly from The Social List Blog recently posted this interview with Market SF ’s founder, Jenn Meyer, about her work and how the event became a reality.

Saturdays, 12 to 6pm – 2565 Mission Street @ 22nd Street – At The Blue Macaw http://www.market-sf.com/

Image credit B3

As if Valencia Street wasn’t already a Foodie lovers heaven and prime brunch destination, now there will soon be (3) more reasons to roll out of bed and walk to “destination Valencia” between 22nd & 23rd — The Crepe House (Grand Opening was on 7.20) , B3 (Bottles, Burgers & Bites) opening on Wednesday, August 4th and Zaytoon (long anticipated and newly opened in June).

Have a look at what patrons and bloggers have to say about the newest spots in destination Valencia –

According to Eater SF, The Crepe House is an eco-version of the original (2).  “This ambiance will be different, with recycled, reclaimed wood inside. We’re using more organic products than we were before.” – Bashar Haddadin Graded an “A” for presentation by Geralyn on Yelp (picture), we believe The Crepe House will be a nice brunch addition to the neighborhood.
Open 8 am to 10:30 pm | 1132 Valencia Street

Zaytoon is praised for its clean, simple and modern decor, fresh ingredients and perfect portions – Yelpers say order the shawerma, but don’t forget the falafel and the tabouleh. You can also grab take out side-dishes in the drink refrigerator for the perfect mediterranean dinner party at home.
Open Monday – Sunday 11am to 10 pm | 1136 Valencia Street

B3 – In the works to open August 4th, B3 seems the perfect pairing in the neighborhood. With a build your own Mimosa menu, a fantastic Happy Hour spread 4-6 and after 10 pm Tuesdays through Sundays and a tasty “Late Nights Every Night” menu (after 10pm) …all backed by Bouchon Alumns – how can you go wrong? Have a view of the full menu, compliments of Grub Street.
Opening August 4th |1152 Valencia Street

Want to get the back story on B3 and feast on dinner & wine 8.3 before the public opening? Learn more and get your tix on Bold Italic!

Photo Credit: Lea Suzuki / The Chronicle

The SF Chronicle recently published an article on the eclectic and unique culture of our neighborhood retail shops that show how Mission is one of a kind to the core. Mission retailers offer locally produced wares to suit individual style. Pictured above are two hair accessories by Estrella Tadeo, founder of The Mission Statement , a designer co-op of 6 designers. The article gives us an insiders look into 6 local neighborhood retailers: Taxi CDC, Wonderland, Bianca Starr, Afterlife, The Mission Statement and Painted Bird.

“You’ll find something that you won’t be able to find at major retailers, something special that isn’t offered at other stores,” – Danielle Teller co-owner of Afterlife.

“The Mission has really set the style standard for the city, and I think people are coming here to find unique vintage items,” – Bianca Starr boutique owner Bianca Kaplan.

Read the full article by Lorraine Sanders – Mission District shops share a fierce focus on the unique

Image Credit: Todd Trumbull / The Chronicle

photo credit: blogs.sfweekly.com

With all of the incredible restaurants and activities in our neighborhood, it was only a matter of time before a community market came knocking on the Mission’s door. This Thursday, July 22, marks the debut of the Mission Community Market on Bartlett Street between 21st and 22nd.  The Thursday market will run from 4-8 p.m. and promises to be part community happening, part foodie/craft/artisan marketplace.

So what can you expect for the debut of the community market this Thursday? According to the SFWeekly foodie blog ‘A mix of farmers and prepared food vendors would include some La Cocina clients and other Mission-based small food businesses. …a youth play and arts space would be a distinguishing feature of the Mission market.’

Sounds like fun and a perfect fit for the neighborhood.  We can’t wait until Thursday!

And this artwork is functional as well as artistically-pleasing.  The public is invited to use the unadorned midsections as a community bulletin board. Take a look at the video below as the artist describes his vision and inspiration for this incredible addition to our neighborhood.

Features & Finishes:
European cabinetry
Cararra marble
Ann Saks tile
Vikiing appliances
Outdoor space
Central AC
Underground parking
Storage

Call the sales office for your private tour and detailed information on special close-out incentives!

415.824.8884 | Open 11 to 6 Daily- Bryant between 19th and 20th |http://union-sf.com/
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A quality city is not one that has great roads but one where a child can safely go anywhere on a bicycle.” Enrique Peñalosa, Former Mayor of Bogotá, Colombia.” The Bogota’ influence will be abundant again this Sunday, July 11th in the Mission with Sunday Streets!  Streets will be closed to traffic, encouraging strolling, skating, cycling, dancing or just people-watching along the route from 10 am to 3 pm. Don’t miss the 24th BART Station dance lessons including Adrea Belly Dance and Salsa!

Sunday Streets July 11 Mission Route Program list includes:
Programs subject to change

Bicycle Programs at Garfield Square:
Presented by Presidio YMCA Bike Program and SF Bicycle Coalition
• Free basic bike maintenance by Sports Basement’s “Lube Fairies”
• Free Bike rentals, provided by Blazing Saddles
• B-Cycle bike sharing demo rides
• Time: Adult Bike education presented by League of American Cyclists
• Free rides on the ‘Funcycle’ a bike built for 7

24TH STREET: Hampshire to Valencia will feature cultural performances, including:

• Live interactive art, poetry
• Disco Volante, 24th at Shotwell
• Women’s Taiko Drumming
• Grupo Azteca, presented by Mission Cultural Center- 24th at Capp
• 1:15 Maikaze Daiko – 24th at Capp
• Mission Library Open House 24th at Bartlett

Pet-lovers, bring your four-legged friends along!  @ 19TH STREET Valencia (Mission Playground) to Dolores, there will be doggie meet-ups, social clubs, pet massage, information on training…

Participants will enjoy a number of free activities, live-music, performances and events. For the full list of activities and details visit Sunday Streets. Swing by our sales center and tour our remaining homes at UNION, an award winning community in San Francisco’s Mission neighborhood!

union-sf.com | 415 824 8884
2125 bryant street san francisco, ca 94110
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Farley’s Coffee (a cute community coffee house in Potrero Hill) is hosting their annual July 4th Fireworks show in the street accompanied by patriotic John Philip Sousa music from speakers hung out of Farley’s windows. Enjoy a very informal Do-It-Yourself 15-20 minute old-school street fireworks show complete with sparklers, multi-layered cones, little mini rockets, flowers, whistlers and more – a show sure to bring back some wonderful childhood memories.

And there will be food too! Farleys will have an assortment of tasty cakes, pastries and coffee available for purchase during the show.

Farley’s Safe and Sane July 4th Celebration
Sunday, July 4, 2010 – 9pm
- 18th Street (btwn Missouri & Texas) Potrero Hill
- Live music, patriotic recordings, street fireworks
- FREE

If you are looking for something that is “a little more country” be sure to attend Twang Sunday: 4th of July Country Music Jamboree, at Thee Parkside.

Sunday July 4th, 2010 – music from 4-8pm
The Everlovin. @ 4pm
Grooming the Crow @ 5pm
The Poontones. @ 6pm
The Eldorados. @ 7pm

Thee Parkside
1600 17th Street @ Wisconsin (in Potrero HIll)
- drink specials
- $5 pulled pork sandwiches (plus other great food)
- big patio space
all ages
no cover

Photo courtesy lindenstreetdesign.com

UNION has a lot of closings happening and plenty of excited new homeowners as sales completion nears. With that in mind, we thought we’d share one of our favorite spots in the neighborhood to find that perfect piece to make your new house…well, home!
Our philosophy mirrors that of Linden’s.  Just as UNION believes that our community is part of a greater neighborhood experience, where Mission meets Potrero, Linden believes in the experience behind the form.

The website says it best: “At LINDEN each piece is an experience. Beginning with the concept, the collaboration of ideas and design, and the blending of materials and environment, we craft each piece with the utmost attention to detail and quality.  The result is a unique product that draws timeless value from the experience…”

Contact Tad Longmaid to learn more about Linden Street’s Custom Furniture Designs
415.864.6754

Check out Linden Street Design’s Flickr Photostream

localmissioneatery.com

“Local is, in every way, a product of its place, local in every sense ― local farmers and local tastes, local vendors and local artisans, local community and local people.”  – Yaron Milgrom’s Local Mission Eatery We couldn’t have put it better ourselves! One of the best amenities of our neighborhood is the people within and behind it. The Mission is a true neighborhood community where people from all walks of life convene giving it a flavor all its own.

There’s a local movement brewing and Yaron and Miriam Milgrom seem to have it down to a craft making Mission part of their Mission, after falling in love with 24th street 2 years ago when the family moved to the neighborhood. Read More

Beyond the regular superb, freshly prepared meals – local offers something unique.
Wednesday Evening Labs from 7 to 8:30pm – What’s on the menu? <- Hint: It involves Four Barrel Coffee

Date Night idea: Wednesday, June 23rd at Local Mission Eatery there is a special cooking class with Two Small Farms – Price: $60 (food and class and tip inclusive, beverages extra: they will have house-made soda, water, beer and wine by the glass and likely other choices too!)

Local is good. Local is great. Cheers to the spirit of local.

Pet-lovers, bring your four-legged friends along!  There will be doggie meet-ups, social clubs, pet massage, information on training and even the “it” spots to take your best friend by Fido Factor.

Participants will enjoy a number of free activities, live-music, performances and events.

Enjoy Art and Fitness at The Mission Playground @ Valencia
• Bi-Lingual Cartooning project with 826 Valencia (the Pirate Store)
• Stretches and running info with Achilles Heel Tours
• Sports Therapy and Fitness Consultations with the California Pacific Medical Center
• Yoga Garden (Mission Playground at 19th)

For the full list of activities and details visit Sunday Streets.

Read the full scoop by The Chatterbox at Tablehopper here

A development of ‘by Palisades’ of Los Angeles with design by SB Architects of San Francisco, Union received a Merit Award for Best Multifamily For-Sale Property in the Gold Nugget Design Award program of the Pacific Coast Builders Conference of that includes home builders throughout the Western U.S.   Union was also given three top honors in the BIA’s annual Marketing and Merchandising Excellence (MAME) awards including Best New Development, Best Architecture, and Best Interior Merchandising from among Northern California housing developments.

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The fastest-selling property since its October 2009 opening, Union is an enclave of residences featuring a perfect blend of the old and new in the resurging Mission neighborhood.  Set in a creative hub that is home to popular restaurants, diverse galleries, and an incubation zone for entrepreneurs, Union is unified by an oversized courtyard, and ample underground parking garage that serves both buildings.   Homes include 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom floor plans ranging from approximately 712 sq. ft. to 1,980 sq. ft.  With only 3-bedroom floorplans remaining, prices start in the $700,000s.

Union is located at 2125 Bryant Street in San Francisco.  Visit the Sales Office, open daily from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm, or call (415) 824-8884 to schedule a private tour.  The website is www.union-sf.com.

UPDATE: NOW ONLY 3 HOMES REMAIN – Starting at $775k!

UNION SF is now 93% sold… There are just 2 plans left in UNION South and 3 plans in UNION North. With just 5 homes remaining, time is running out to own a new residence at UNION, where the Mission meets Potrero!

Homes for sale starting from just $799,000!*
Vintage brick and timber supporting polished Carerra marble. Century-old Victorians reflected in glistening glass and steel. Variety is just part of the landscape where the Mission meets Potrero and the rich diversity of the neighborhood is reflected in the architecture of your new home. Whether you tend toward the old or the new, there’s an individual floor plan to match your individual style.

• San Francisco’s sunniest district
• Choice of vintage brick & timber or modern construction
• Exquisite, top-end finishes
• Walkable neighborhood with  easy transportation options
• Large, landscaped courtyard
• Over 100 ethnic restaurants,  markets and cafés in walking distance

* As of June 4th, 2010. Pricing subject to change based on availability.

San Francisco’s fastest-selling community is almost sold out for a reason: everyone loves the homes, building, and neighborhood.  And now that we’re at our closeout stage, there’s even more reason to visit:  home buyers get a sweet deal and real estate brokers earn 4% on the remaining 3 homes; 3-bedrooms starting at $775,000!*

UNION’s closeout specials include: special buyer incentives (i.e. storage), discounted additional parking and reduced pricing!

Features & Finishes:
European cabinetry
Cararra marble
Ann Saks tile
Vikiing appliances
Outdoor space
Central AC
Underground parking
Storage

Don’t wait– schedule your visit today!

Best Regards,
Danielle, Shannon, & Bernadette