Hayes Valley Happy Halloween Leftovers

Hayes Valley Happy Halloween LeftoversPhoto: Blue Bottle/Facebook
Rose Garrett
Published on October 31, 2014
It's set to be a wet and wild Halloween today, with the Giants victory parade headed to Civic Center, Critical Mass planned for this evening, and Halloween festivities throughout. 

Though there are no big Halloween events or parties planned for Hayes Valley proper (that we know of), we've got a grab-bag of neighborhood leftovers to polish off before the spooky festivities kick into gear later today. 

First off, does any one know what happened to this bus stop on Laguna (at Hayes)? Mischievous Halloween spirits, or otherwise?


via Benna Wise

Here's another, artsy view of the damage:



If the Giants' celebration has got you feeling the SF love, head over to Convert Man tomorrow, which will be holding a t-shirt party featuring therethere's San Francisco t-shirt designs. Drinks, DJ beats and tees are due up from  2pm-5pm. (556 Hayes St.)

Meanwhile, Smitten has been quietly collaborating with carmaker Kia to create a 2015 Ice Cream Soul EV, aka "the Slinger". Designed for the SEMA car show in Vegas, the tricked out ride will feature Smitten's Brrr System and liquid nitrogen tanks, custom roof-mounted waffle cone speaker enclosures and a custom 'teardrop' trailer. When in park, the Slinger will convert into an ice cream maker complete with countertops. No word yet on when—or if—the Slinger will hit the streets, but we'll keep you posted. 


via Kia/Twitter

Congratulations are in order for SFJazz, which has met the $64 million campaign goal to fund its Hayes Valley building. An anonymous donor tipped the balance with a $3 million contribution, so we're guessing there was champagne all around. Check out SFJazz's lineup here

Finally, if you're looking for family-friendly stops on your trick-or-treating route, don't forget to swing by 222-220 Page St. and check out Todd Young's gate art, which this month features the wicked queen from Snow White. And if you're looking for last-minute costume inspiration for your little one, this adorable photo from Flax should get your engines started. 

Enjoy your Giants parade/Critical Mass/Halloween/Friday!