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Hayes Valley Farm To Be Replaced With... Heavy Equipment?
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Hayes Valley Farm To Be Replaced With... Heavy Equipment?

Ryan Curran White
Oct 29, 2012

A recent revelation has Hayes Valley Farm's director feeling blindsided, and today he's asking you to speak up.

Cary Lane, the Underground Boutique, Plots Second Location
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Cary Lane, the Underground Boutique, Plots Second Location

Ryan Curran White
Nov 12, 2012

Cary Lane, Hayes Valley's hidden gem for the cash-strapped shopper, will soon be expanding to the Mission.

SFJAZZ Center Prepares for Grand Opening
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

SFJAZZ Center Prepares for Grand Opening

Ryan Curran White
Dec 11, 2012

Last Friday, we were lucky enough to get a tour of the 35,000-square-foot SFJAZZ Center, coming soon to the corner of Fell and Franklin.

Aether SF Grand Opening Tonight
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Aether SF Grand Opening Tonight

Ryan Curran White
Jan 23, 2013

Those three stacked containers at Hayes and Octavia will come to life tonight, as Aether Apparel celebrates its grand opening.

Mulch Ado About Something at Hayes Valley Farm
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Mulch Ado About Something at Hayes Valley Farm

Ryan Curran White
Feb 11, 2013

If you've cruised along Oak and Laguna, you've probably noticed an overpowering earthy odor lingering in the air. The source? A sea of soil.

Potential Parklet Coming to Grove Street
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Potential Parklet Coming to Grove Street

Ryan Curran White
Apr 15, 2013

Last week it was Mercury Cafe, and this week we bring news that Oxenrose Salon and Kappazakka have begun petitioning for a parklet on Grove Street.

A Play-By-Play of Last Night’s Protest
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

A Play-By-Play of Last Night’s Protest

Ryan Curran White
Jun 15, 2013

Last night at approximately 6:40pm, activists gathered at Patricia's Green and began a march around Hayes Valley that resulted in two arrests.

The True Story Behind Hayes Valley Farm
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

The True Story Behind Hayes Valley Farm

Ryan Curran White
Jun 17, 2013

Shortly before Hayes Valley Farm closed, we talked with its co-founder, Jay Rosenberg, on the Farm's origins, its philosophy, and the road ahead.

Muka Prepares for Soft Opening This Friday
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Muka Prepares for Soft Opening This Friday

Ryan Curran White
Jun 20, 2013

Muka, the dessert/wine bar currently located on Bush Street, is almost ready to make its debut in Hayes Valley.

Jazz Legends Honored in New Murals
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Jazz Legends Honored in New Murals

Ryan Curran White
Jul 16, 2013

Two new murals of Louis Armstrong and Nina Simone have recently appeared outside Nabila's Market.

Collision at Oak and Gough
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Collision at Oak and Gough

Ryan Curran White
Jul 26, 2013

At approximately 10:35pm tonight, a red Jeep Grand Cherokee and a taxi SUV collided at the intersection of Oak and Gough.

Go Getters Pizza Moving into Don Agapito’s
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Go Getters Pizza Moving into Don Agapito’s

Ryan Curran White
Nov 22, 2013

It seems a couple of our neighborhood eateries will be merging locations starting next week.

New Year, New Owners For Marlena’s Bar
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

New Year, New Owners For Marlena’s Bar

Ryan Curran White
Jan 10, 2013

It's truly the end of an era for Marlena's Bar, which is being sold to new owners.

Startups of Hayes Valley: StrumSchool
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Startups of Hayes Valley: StrumSchool

Ryan Curran White
Feb 10, 2013

Learn about StrumSchool, an online resource for learning to play guitar, based right here in Hayes Valley.

‘Roseanne Live!’ Comes to Rebel
San Francisco/ Mid-Market-

‘Roseanne Live!’ Comes to Rebel

Ryan Curran White
Oct 12, 2012

Roseanne: Live!, a drag queen-filled parody of the '90s sitcom, is now at Rebel (1760 Market Street) on Wednesday nights.

Writing on the Wall: Ben Eine and His Octavia Murals
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Writing on the Wall: Ben Eine and His Octavia Murals

Ryan Curran White
May 15, 2013

We recently chatted with Ben Eine, the artist behind the "Brighter Faster" and "Great Adventure" murals on Octavia.

Opening Tomorrow: Brass Tacks
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Opening Tomorrow: Brass Tacks

Ryan Curran White
Jul 03, 2013

Join us for a look inside new Hayes Valley bar Brass Tacks, opening tomorrow at 488 Hayes -- the former home of Marlena's.

Recap of Dogma in Hayes Valley
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Recap of Dogma in Hayes Valley

Ryan Curran White
Oct 01, 2012

Yesterday, the 2nd Annual Dogma SPCA Event brought out pets, pet lovers and local pet services to celebrate at Patricia's Green.

GANT Opens in Hayes Valley Despite Merchant Opposition
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

GANT Opens in Hayes Valley Despite Merchant Opposition

Ryan Curran White
Mar 24, 2013

GANT Rugger, the Swedish-owned clothing store, has officially landed in the neighborhood at 552 Hayes.

An Update on the Mercury Cafe Parklet
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

An Update on the Mercury Cafe Parklet

Ryan Curran White
Apr 10, 2013

The final push is on to raise funds for a parklet outside Mercury Cafe at Octavia and Page.

African Outlet Seeks Community Help
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

African Outlet Seeks Community Help

Ryan Curran White
Jan 21, 2014

It looks like the end of African Outlet on Octavia could be close unless a new lease agreement is reached.

Marlena's Final Curtain Call
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Marlena's Final Curtain Call

Ryan Curran White
Feb 18, 2013

As the staple SF drag bar prepares to close, there are a few commemorative events planned to make sure Marlena's goes out in style.

New Gym Coming to Corner of Haight and Gough
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

New Gym Coming to Corner of Haight and Gough

Ryan Curran White
Jul 24, 2013

That vacant space at the intersection of Haight and Gough has finally been leased -- by Cardio Barre, a gym/dance studio.

Highlights From Last Night's HVNA Meeting
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Highlights From Last Night's HVNA Meeting

Ryan Curran White
Oct 26, 2012

The Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association met last night and discussed some exciting upcoming developments in our hood.

HVNA Monthly Meeting: February Edition
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

HVNA Monthly Meeting: February Edition

Ryan Curran White
Mar 01, 2013

The Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association (HVNA) held its monthly meeting last night. Here are some highlights.

Luxury Nail Salon Coming to 490 Hayes in June
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Luxury Nail Salon Coming to 490 Hayes in June

Ryan Curran White
Apr 08, 2013

We've got more details on LUX SF, coming soon to 490 Hayes Street.

Interdependence Day Today at Hayes Valley Farm
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Interdependence Day Today at Hayes Valley Farm

Ryan Curran White
Dec 12, 2012

Today, Hayes Valley Farm hosts a handful of events as part of Interdependence Day, a celebration of the city's urban agriculture landscape.

Grow Your Garden With Hayes Valley's Seed Library
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Grow Your Garden With Hayes Valley's Seed Library

Ryan Curran White
Nov 23, 2012

Within the urban jungle that is the Hayes Valley Farm sits a wooden shack housing something unexpected: a library.

Goodbye Tartine, Hello Talbot Café
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Goodbye Tartine, Hello Talbot Café

Ryan Curran White
Oct 03, 2012

Talbot Café, formerly known as Tartine Café, opened recently with a refreshed look, vibe and menu at 244 Gough Street.

Through the Looking Glass: The Story Behind Octavia's 'Ghinlon/Transcope'
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Through the Looking Glass: The Story Behind Octavia's 'Ghinlon/Transcope'

Ryan Curran White
Oct 20, 2012

With all of the hustle and bustle along Octavia, one might miss the subtle stainless steel telescopes planted on the median of the busy thoroughfare.

Flashback: Scaling The City Hall Dome
San Francisco/ Civic Center-

Flashback: Scaling The City Hall Dome

Ryan Curran White
Jun 19, 2015

For its centennial, we revisit the time we scaled the dome of San Francisco's City Hall.

Get Your Juice On At SōW
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley/ Mid-Market-

Get Your Juice On At SōW

Ryan Curran White
Nov 09, 2012

Meet SoW, a pop-up juice bar that's bringing some fresh new flavor to Market Street.

Santas on Parade at Marlena's Bar
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Santas on Parade at Marlena's Bar

Ryan Curran White
Nov 30, 2012

At Marlena's Bar, Santa has come to Hayes Valley in a big way. Well, 1,400 different ways, to be exact.

Momi Toby's Closes For Renovations
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Momi Toby's Closes For Renovations

Ryan Curran White
Dec 03, 2012

Attention, patrons of Momi Toby’s! Your favorite Hayes Valley bistro will be closed for minimal renovations from today until December 17.

490 Hayes Prepares for New Occupants
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

490 Hayes Prepares for New Occupants

Ryan Curran White
Apr 04, 2013

The windows of 490 Hayes Street, most recently home to two architectural firms, are now covered with brown paper. Here's what's going on.

Thanks For the Memories, Marlena's
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Thanks For the Memories, Marlena's

Ryan Curran White
Mar 04, 2013

Join us in bidding farewell to Marlena's Bar, which ended its 23-year reign in Hayes Valley last night.

View From the Top: Scaling the City Hall Dome
San Francisco-

View From the Top: Scaling the City Hall Dome

Ryan Curran White
Mar 15, 2013

After seeing the top of the City Hall dome on our horizon every day, we wondered what the view was like up there. So, we decided to find out.

Muka to Replace Blue Muse By June
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Muka to Replace Blue Muse By June

Ryan Curran White
Mar 25, 2013

Muka, the dessert and wine bar at 1345 Bush Street, will be moving to 370 Grove Street by June.

Zonal For Sale: A Case of Small Biz and Big Rent
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Zonal For Sale: A Case of Small Biz and Big Rent

Ryan Curran White
Apr 29, 2013

With a huge rent hike looming, the owner of Zonal faces an increasingly common fate -- being priced out of Hayes Valley.

The Art Beneath Your Feet
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

The Art Beneath Your Feet

Ryan Curran White
Jul 11, 2013

Glance down at Hayes Valley's sidewalks and you'll discover a trove of doodles big and small.

Sculpture At Patricia’s Green To Stay Another Year
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Sculpture At Patricia’s Green To Stay Another Year

Ryan Curran White
May 28, 2013

The exhibit of "Future's Past," the sculpture at the center of Patricia's Green, has been extended for another 12 months.

New Life for An Old Theater
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley/ Civic Center-

New Life for An Old Theater

Ryan Curran White
Mar 08, 2013

Shuttered for 25 years, the majestic Nourse Theatre is undergoing a major renovation, with a planned reopening in May. Join us for a look inside.

House Hunters: Hayes Valley Edition
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

House Hunters: Hayes Valley Edition

Ryan Curran White
Jan 22, 2013

Want to buy a home in Hayes Valley? We've got some stats that may depress you.

Tonight! The Hayes Valley Holiday Block Party
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Tonight! The Hayes Valley Holiday Block Party

Ryan Curran White
Dec 07, 2012

Eat. Drink. Shop. Mingle. Repeat. Get in the holiday spirit at tonight's Hayes Valley Holiday Block Party!

A Quiet Christmas in the Valley
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

A Quiet Christmas in the Valley

Ryan Curran White
Dec 25, 2012

Well, it's Christmas, and it looks like our little valley will be a ghost town today.

Your Guide to Wifi Hotspots in Hayes Valley
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Your Guide to Wifi Hotspots in Hayes Valley

Ryan Curran White
Nov 15, 2012

Need to get online? Here's a handy rundown of eleven wifi hotspots in Hayes Valley.

Your Party Guide to NYE in the Valley
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Your Party Guide to NYE in the Valley

Ryan Curran White
Dec 30, 2012

Here's a roundup of some fun events happening around Hayes Valley tomorrow night to ring in 2013.

Get Yer Hot Buttered Rum Tonight at Smuggler's Cove
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Get Yer Hot Buttered Rum Tonight at Smuggler's Cove

Ryan Curran White
Jan 17, 2013

Ahoy, ye Hayes Valley pirates: get down to Smuggler's Cove, where they'll be celebrating National Hot Buttered Rum Day all night long!

Hayes Valley Scavenger Hunt this Sunday
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Hayes Valley Scavenger Hunt this Sunday

Ryan Curran White
Oct 18, 2012

This Sunday, a new website puts your Hayes Valley knowledge to the test with a two-hour, prize-packed scavenger hunt.

LED Lighting Coming to Neighborhood Stores
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

LED Lighting Coming to Neighborhood Stores

Ryan Curran White
Dec 24, 2012

A few local Hayes Valley shops are switching to LED lights to benefit from a recently-enacted rebate program.

Your Hayes Valley Gym Guide
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

Your Hayes Valley Gym Guide

Ryan Curran White
Jan 13, 2013

Want to work on your fitness? Check out our list of Hayes Valley's many gyms, yoga studios, and workout locations.

How NOT to Watch the Super Bowl Tomorrow
San Francisco/ Hayes Valley-

How NOT to Watch the Super Bowl Tomorrow

Ryan Curran White
Feb 02, 2013

There are plenty of guides for watching the Super Bowl in SF tomorrow. Here's one for NOT watching it.

Boys & Girls Clubs Eye Hayes Valley for New Center
San Francisco/ Upper Haight/ Hayes Valley-

Boys & Girls Clubs Eye Hayes Valley for New Center

Ryan Curran White
Feb 26, 2013

Hayes Valley will soon be the new stomping ground for the latest Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco (BGC) clubhouse, coming to Fulton and Gough.

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