Sold in fashion centers worldwide, from Tribeca to London's Soho, the buzzy brand has now set its sights on SF.

This month's meeting from 6–7pm Jan. 21st has been changed to the Chapter Room on the plaza at Grace Cathedral (1100 Taylor St.), and one of the topics will be Super Bowl City.

A vandal with tattoos on his/her face and even the whites of his/her eyes terrorized a Jackson Square salon this week, and other crimes included violent muggings that sent victims to the hospital.

A roundup of all the news from this week, plus intel on Restaurant Week deals and other events in the neighborhood.

Beer, poetry and a music festival aboard a ship headline the days ahead around North Beach.

Jackson Square's evolution into a high-fashion hub is continuing with the recent arrivals of two new fashion retailers.

It's possible the vandal or vandals used the fire escape to tag the dome of the landmarked building owned by Francis Ford Coppola.

This month's art walk will be busier than usual, thanks to the addition of two new galleries and the crowds in town for the Super Bowl.

Take a look at the latest tips we've received from our readers via our Muxgram and email tipline.

This week's crimes include a woman assaulted with a sugar dispenser after trying to stop a would-be coffee thief, a bar fight that spilled into the street, and multiple muggings.

Held last night, the annual event was the station's biggest yet, with dozens of law-enforcement agencies and community groups.

The new festival will be held on Kearny and Pacific, just below Broadway.

The gallery and events space kicks off with "Wish You Were Here!," a show that opens this Friday.

Food, art and local politics are heading your way over the next few days in and around North Beach.

Catch up on the week that was in North Beach, and get a jumpstart on your weekend with First Fridays tonight.

A pending rent increase is behind the popular wine bar's closure, which will take effect on April 10th.

This week's crime roundup features several hot prowl burglaries, a playful sword fight that goes bad, and stolen food.

A slew of stores offering off-the-rack to custom clothing occupy an unlikely area of town.

The founder of the Barbary Coast Trail talks about how the plaques came to be, what they reference and how to sponsor one.

It's an unusual parklet, offering a place for "content and conversation."

French fashion house Isabel Marant is quietly opening its doors at 11am.

Get one last overview of the candidates, their stories, their issues and what they say about some of the rumor-mongering.

We followed Julie Christensen and Aaron Peskin on Election Day, and spoke to supporters of both candidates to get their perspectives.

Artist & Craftsman Supply was once the Hippodrome dance hall; now it's an employee-owned one-stop art shop.

Now online, a document for public comment includes details of the project, renderings and environmental review.

Bunnies, stand-ups and a remote-controlled El Camino help kick off events around the North Beach this week.

Long a champion of trees, parks and playgrounds, the former supervisor will lead a "green benefit district" in the city's southeast.

If you're staying in town this holiday weekend, check out a local comedian made good, take kids to meet a park ranger, and more.

Movie screenings, comedy options and a whole lot more are headed to the North Beach area in the days ahead.

Sarah Stocking Antique Posters is closing after 18 years in the area, and the space is for sale.

Here's the latest on nefarious neighborhood goings-on.

A hub for artists for nearly half a century, the gallery and workspace occupies a beautiful pre-1906 building.

It'll be known as Barbarossa, with a change of theme to pay homage to the neighborhood's history, but the Champagne will remain.

The push for moderate-income, not low-income housing, on a lot at Broadway & Front streets.

The design and brand strategy agency had ground-floor offices without a conditional-use permit.

The former Supervisor is back on the campaign trail for the District 3 seat.

The famous Jackson Square address, formerly the offices of a quirky attorney, is becoming apartments and storefronts.

Drag Me Along Tours gives highlights of the infamous district.

Former judge and State Senator Quentin Kopp may have been behind the wheel.

The tow-away signs on posts weren't always visible to drivers and caused headaches in the community.

Four newly created storefront spaces should be ready for retail tenants in two months.

The crew behind Stones Throw in Russian Hill and Fat Angel in the Fillmore is coming to the FiDi.

Images of the Barbary Coast, Chinatown and Telegraph Hill will be unveiled on Friday at JEFF.

Overall citations on the rise, but the five worst traffic violations still plague downtown and other neighborhoods.

The celebration will feature a greatest hits lineup of classic dishes, live entertainment and more.

The North Point Gallery is moving to Berkeley, mainly because of a 40 percent rent hike.

Casper mattress is setting up a showroom where you can test beds and enjoy coffee, cocktails and gourmet waffles.

District 3 has a lot of wood-frame structures, which can cause fires to spread quickly.

The 27-year-old shop, formerly in Union Square, is the only full-service needlepoint shop in the U.S.

Neighbors, who say thefts in the store are rampant, voice concerns after a recent disturbance.

With the Ferry Building, Justin Herman Plaza, and more entering the district, some are concerned its staffing levels may be insufficient.

Community groups, law enforcement and city agencies will all be on hand with activities and information to strengthen ties with the neighborhood.

Candid shots and pin-up photos of Monroe, including some never-before-seen images, will be shown at Sarah Stocking Gallery.

The "perennial candidate" is running again on a pro-business, pro-freedom of expression ticket.

Mayor Ed Lee, supervisors London Breed and Scott Wiener, and other community movers and shakers showed up at the kickoff.

An apologetic octogenarian attacker and a robbery during a ride share that wasn't legitimate are just two of this week's more curious crimes.

Art consulting firm Stephanie Breitbard Fine Arts is opening a by-appointment-only gallery this fall.

The Emperor's Bridge Campaign hopes to become the leading public resource on the eccentric 19th-century "emperor of the United States."

At a press conference, officials issued assurances that the city is still safe and discussed new efforts to curb car break-ins, among other issues.

Help the coalition inform their endorsements by rating the candidates online by Sunday.

The historic Belli and Genella buildings are offering market-rate units ranging from $3,500 to $7,500 per month.

The former supervisor and current candidate discusses housing policy, managing a campaign, and living in North Beach.

Candidates for the District 3 supervisor seat fielded a series of questions last night on solving the housing crisis, curbing the growing homeless population and easing crime and traffic congestion.

To be held on Wednesday in the Swissnex parklet, the free screening is part of AIASF's Architecture in the City festival.

Planes, parades and lot of food stack up in perhaps the most hectic weekend of the year for the North Beach area.

This week's crime recap was marked by a rash of purse snatchings and muggings for cell phones and cameras.

Drawn from the views from his apartment at the Gateway, Haag's new show runs at the San Francisco Gallery this month.

In a race where every vote will count, mail-in and early precinct reports show the challenger pulling ahead.

Supervisor Julie Christensen conceded the fiercely contested, contentious and costly District 3 supervisor's seat to challenger Aaron Peskin late Wednesday.

Peskin, who'll probably take his seat on the Board of Supervisors next month, has already been busy meeting with allies and adversaries.

The studio, which offers personal training and group classes, is moving a couple of blocks to a new strip of storefronts along Jackson Street.

The former Bubble Lounge has been transformed into a Barbary Coast-themed cocktail haven with a nod toward its past as a jail.

The no-reservations bar, still unnamed, will serve beer and wine only, along with some food.

Opposing forces in the contentious race for District 3 supervisor will come together at the site of the forthcoming Mama's restaurant to soothe tensions and rebuild friendships.

The new restaurant-bar will offer craft cocktails, Champagne flights, and Barbary Coast-inspired decor with an intriguing "restraint" theme, harkening back to the building's previous life as a jail.

In a statement, Christensen said she's "enormously proud" of her team's accomplishments in District 3 over the past year.

A man with extensive facial tattoos and piercings shattered a glass door and tried to set a gas can on fire at John Velasquez Salon this morning.

The store is bringing back retail to a space in the special use district previously occupied by architecture offices.

The burgeoning retail trend in a previously sleepy part of the city has only expanded since we first covered it back in May.

A month into his term, Peskin is working on affordable housing and homeless issues, and positioning himself as a watchdog on city spending.

Some say the proposal will disproportionately squeeze the already densely populated district, while others are in favor of more housing.

"Radically" higher rents, parking challenges and a changing neighborhood are causing Jackson Square to lose many of its galleries.

The popular purveyor of grilled cheese sandwiches (and more) is opening its third location next week at Broadway & Battery.

The Detroit luxury brand's first brick-and-mortar shop in the city will share space with a pop-up from rotating American designers; the first is Filson.

Get tips on seduction, fight out your love life frustrations with a pillow, or drink at an anti-Valentine's polka party.

Sushi, swords, flowers, and Black History Month events are all part of the weekend mix in North Beach.

Starting in March, local artists will lead free Wednesday workshops in watercolors, knitting, and more at the renowned art supply store, which is housed in a historic building in Jackson Square.

Velasquez was told his rent would more than triple on May 1st, so he's looking for another nearby location—but hasn't found one yet.

Tomorrow's St. Patrick's Day Block Party closes down Front between Sacramento and California for music and green beer; the party continues afterward at Schroeder's.

This Saturday, you can explore the historic bars, dens of prostitution and dance halls of San Francisco's seedy past.

A robbery at high noon, a ride-by phone snatching, a shooting and various muggings mark the previous week in crime in area neighborhoods.

These additions would fit in with the changes in the district, which has seen art and antique galleries leave and tony fashion boutiques and tailors move in.

Donald Dewsnup, a member of SFBARF, is accused of using false addresses in order to infiltrate a neighborhood association on Telegraph Hill.

There's a lot to do in and around North Beach this weekend, especially if you like comedy, goats, or getting a closer look at Chinatown.

From goat cheese to goat tacos to cuddling baby goats, you can get your goat fix at the event that's been nicknamed "Goatchella."

"Chance," set in SF, has been picked up for two seasons by Hulu. It'll kick off its shoot with a major fight scene in Washington Square Park on Friday.

The company's handmade rugs, created in Tibet and Nepal, are designed by Western names like Paul Smith and Vivienne Westwood.

The Marin-based lifestyle brand features rough-hewn, yet high-quality apparel, home goods, camping gear, tools, and boats—yes, boats.

If you need a reason to head outside in the days ahead, North Beach has movies, music and art options waiting for you.

In one incident, a man hit a woman with a piece of lumber during an argument.

The move aims to limit vacancies and inhibit real estate speculation, said Supervisor Aaron Peskin.

In one incident, a man was arrested while burglarizing an occupied houseboat.

In one incident, a cyclist struck a pedestrian in a crosswalk, injuring both of them.

Another suspect was apprehended after breaking into a Union Square store and activating an alarm.

Although the Thai restaurant is closing, the owner plans to continue its catering operation.

In one incident, a suspect held a knife to a victim's chest and demanded his belongings.

We found out how much new neighbors paid and asked about potential ground-floor tenants.

From arson to hot prowls, read up on incident reports from SFPD's Central Station.

Now owned by food conglomerate Nestle, Blue Bottle is expanding rapidly around SF.

Looking for something fun to do in the run-up to Valentine's Day? We've got you covered.

Here's the latest restaurant news for San Francisco.

In one incident, a hot prowl burglar robbed a man while he was in the shower.

In one incident, a man chased a thief who snatched his necklace, then got robbed again at knifepoint.

Plus, the Tenderloin is getting a French bakery and tea room.

NBC's new dramedy "Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist" is set in San Francisco, with some scenes filmed in North Beach.

An Italian sub spot plots an expansion, a popular restaurant group plans to move into vacant spot in Lower Pac Heights, and an eatery specializing in luxury chocolates rebrands.

Plus, a longtime Belgian beer bar appears to have closed its doors in North Beach.