San Francisco Recreation and Parks, CA (original) (raw)

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    The redesign will create a nature-inspired play area to spark creativity and joy for neighborhood children. Read on...

  2. The new custom hard-court surface field will create more opportunities for year-round programming and pick-up games. Read on...

  3. The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department is marking two major milestones this week as it implements cooperative purchasing legislation for the first time since it took effect on August 1. Read on...

  4. The California Coastal Commission voted unanimously today to grant permit approval for the City of San Francisco to convert the Great Highway from Lincoln Way to Sloat Boulevard to a full-time park. Read on...

  5. With sweeping views of the Bay and a host of amenities, including a new community kitchen, a refurbished landmark building, and shoreline access, the opening of 900 Innes Ave. marks a significant milestone in completing India Basin Waterfront Park. Read on...

  6. Starting Memorial Day Weekend, park-goers can enjoy their favorite brunch cocktails as The Whale’s Tail Makes a splash on the JFK Promenade. Read on...

  7. Nearly 60 percent of locations will remain walk-up, while others will implement a $5 fee to hold a court. Read on...

  8. Adorned with more than 550 lights, the lighting of Uncle John’s Tree is an honored tradition. Read on...

  9. The renewed plaza within the garden will serve as a space for cultural events such as taiko performances, bonsai demonstrations and more Read on...

  10. San Francisco’s parks & plazas continue to set a national standard for maintenance & equity, with the city’s parks achieving an impressive citywide maintenance score of 91% for the fiscal year 2023-2024, according to a new Controller’s Office report. Read on...

  11. City announces transportation changes in anticipation of conversion to fulltime park. Read on...

  12. The renovation will expand the space, allowing Self-Help for the Elderly to serve even more Sunset District seniors. Read on...

  13. Mayor to introduce legislation to formalize the public-private partnership between the City and BXP to bring a major renovation to Embarcadero Plaza and neighboring Sue Bierman Park. Read on...

  14. The $3 million renovation project, the latest in a series of enhancements to make the park more welcoming, accessible, and safe for all visitors, links Golden Gate Park to the bustling Irving Street commercial corridor Read on...

  15. Through the City’s multi-agency public safety coordination, UN Plaza has seen a 70% decrease in daytime drug-related incidents Read on...

  16. 6th Street property next to Gene Friend Rec Center to provide nearly 10,000 sq. feet of outdoor space for underserved community Read on...

  17. Program will extend swimming to seven days a week for the first time since pre-pandemic era. Read on...

  18. Free live music at India Basin Shoreline Park starts this week. Read on...

  19. Playground re-opened this morning following $3.5 million renovation Read on...

  20. The performances are the latest addition to a growing menu of free arts activations and events enlivening Downtown. Read on...

  21. Public lessons at select courts to make professional instruction accessible Read on...

  22. Restored cascade and enlarged freshwater lake enhance area’s natural features. Read on...

  23. The free concert series, produced by Another Planet Entertainment, aims to ensure that Downtown San Francisco remains a destination for live music, entertainment, and the arts. Read on...

  24. SF Residents can cool off at a nearby pool amid the hot summer weather Read on...

  25. The exhibition returned for a special one-day event featuring dozens of participants. Read on...

  26. Acquisition of 6th Street property next to Gene Friend Rec Center would add nearly 10,000 sq. feet of outdoor space to historically underserved neighborhood. Read on...

  27. A plan for the City to take over and manage the Music Concourse Garage is moving forward this week, the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department announced today. Read on...

  28. Rocking the Boat to launch diverse programming centered around boat building. Read on...

  29. Ten San Francisco child care centers and family child care homes have been transformed into nature-filled oases that inspire learning, movement, and imaginative play. Read on...

  30. The project will transform the plaza while ensuring that it remains a central gathering space in San Francisco’s Japantown—one of just three remaining Japantowns in the U.S. Read on...

  31. The JFK Promenade, a cherished 1.5-mile stretch of car-free recreation, culture, and enjoyment, is gearing up to commemorate its fourth anniversary this Sunday. Read on...

  32. Park’s ‘Godfather of Skate’ to operate skate rentals on weekends. Read on...

  33. Program will fund outdoor music performances in parks and plazas across San Francisco beginning in May. Read on...

  34. Efforts to reduce costs and red tape stem from analysis requested by Mayor following bureaucratic hurdles revealed by Noe Valley Town Square bathroom project. Read on...

  35. Golden Gate Park has transformed to accommodate a World fair and campsite for 20,000 residents following the1906 earthquake, and today is in the running for Best City Park. Read on...

  36. New lighting, landscaping, and information kiosks will build on efforts over the last 10 years to make this pedestrian walkway a more welcoming open space for people of all ages. Read on...

  37. The Bay Football Club, the new National Women’s Soccer League Team in the Bay Area, will compete in its first home opening match on March 30 against the Houston Dash. Read on...

  38. Robin Williams Meadow will host first ever field day with kickball, volleyball tournaments. Read on...

  39. Grant from State Parks funds wildlife habitat restoration. Read on...

  40. Dedicated hours for both pickleball and tennis will ensure access for all, while new roundtable will look at underused public spaces to accommodate sport’s growth Read on...

  41. Anderson serves as president of San Francisco’s Recreation and Park Commission Read on...

  42. “Adventures with Alice” takes the audience on an unforgettable journey through some of the park’s most enchanting areas. Read on...

  43. This will be Ginsburg’s second term as state commission chairperson. Read on...

  44. The structure in Stern Grove was damaged by a fallen tree in March 2023. Read on...

  45. Season 4 will bring 100+ free live performances at Golden Gate Park Bandshell. Read on...

  46. The new facility replaces the previous 1950s-era building, destroyed in a fire. Read on...

  47. The upgrades will ensure the park remains a destination for relaxation, exercise, and activities like bird watching. Read on...

  48. Illuminate Concert Series in Fulton Plaza is latest in art, games and events in the revitalized area Read on...

  49. Funded largely by a voter-approved bond, the new hub in the South of Market neighborhood will replace a 45-year-old rec center, providing 50% more space for sports and community Read on...

  50. Whimsical light exhibit allows visitors to control changing effects. Read on...

  51. San Francisco Recreation and Park Commissioners today approved changing the name of Stow Lake in Golden Gate Park to Blue Heron Lake. Read on...

  52. SF Rec and Park prepares to add 6 more courts in the City’s north side and continues to look for opportunities to meet the demand. Read on...

  53. Larceny theft citywide down 48% from mid-November through New Year’s, along with decreases in burglaries and car thefts Union Square saw an increase in visitors & SFMTA reported Powell and Union Square Muni Station exits up. Read on...

  54. The newly approved design includes a renovated and reconfigured clubhouse, new landscaping, access improvements and more. Read on...

  55. SF’s parks and plazas continued to earn top marks for maintenance over the past fiscal year, while two public spaces—Muriel Leff Mini Park in the Richmond District and Sunnyside Conservatory in the Sunnyside neighborhood—received perfect scores. Read on...

  56. The complex’s eight dedicated courts will provide increased play for the fast-growing sport. Read on...

  57. The renovated park will welcome community in time for the holidays, featuring upgraded lighting, seating and improved drainage to enhance the space. Read on...

  58. Mayor leads countdown to illumination of Uncle John’s Tree. Event also included Chanukkah and Kwanzaa traditions. Read on...

  59. New sculptures and family friendly events will light up JFK Promenade starting December 7. Read on...

  60. Formerly located at Golden Gate Park, the wheel makes its waterfront debut. Read on...

  61. The newly enhanced UN Plaza will feature a first-of-its-kind skate park, fitness programming, street skating, games and more in Civic Center area. Read on...

  62. The two new cafes, Miller & Lux Provisions, is part of a larger effort to revitalize Union Square and the Downtown. Read on...

  63. ‘The Lab’ will offer a diverse array of programming at India Basin Shoreline Park. Read on...

  64. The funding will go toward construction, shoreline restoration efforts. Read on...

  65. New agreement will bring concert series to San Francisco annually for three years as part of the City’s economic revitalization efforts Read on...

  66. Padel, a racket sport enjoying a meteoric rise in popularity across the world, will officially land in San Francisco this October with the opening of two courts in Embarcadero Plaza Read on...

  67. The addition of two Miller & Lux Provisions cafés in Union Square Plaza is part of a broader strategic effort to transform Downtown into a stronger, resilient, economic and global destination Read on...

  68. The Lisa and Douglas Goldman Tennis Center, located in Golden Gate Park, has been selected by the U.S. Tennis Association (USTA) to receive the 2023 Outstanding Facility Award. Read on...

  69. Creative new play equipment for kids of all ages and a park makeover inspired by nature greeted families Thursday evening at the unveiling of the renovated Herz Playground in McLaren Park. Read on...

  70. The multi-day carnival will enliven San Francisco’s Civic Center Area starting August 24. Read on...

  71. The new additions will increase access to soccer for neighborhood kids. Read on...

  72. Bay Wheels brings first-ever bike share stations to the park with temporary valet stations available for Outside Lands weekend and permanent stations across the park. Read on...

  73. City commits to public outreach for proposed concerts in Golden Gate Park. Read on...

  74. Phil Ginsburg joins Children and Nature Network Board of Directors. Read on...

  75. San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department and the Port of San Francisco will jointly manage the public spaces, adding to the City’s vast portfolio of world class parks and public spaces. Read on...

  76. San Francisco’s fastest growing sport, pickleball, has found a new home in one of the city’s most historic spots. Read on...

  77. A proposal to put on a series of outdoor concerts in the Golden Gate Park Polo Fields & downtown plazas has been updated to include key benefits: free Muni rides for concertgoers & more funding for community interests in the Sunset/Richmond districts. Read on...

  78. Celebration to be held June 21, the 41st anniversary of Fête de la Musique. Read on...

  79. The City will partner with Street Soccer USA to host free watch parties for the Women’s World Cup and bring back the Street Soccer USA Cup Series. Read on...

  80. New report shows SF Museums for All Program was used over 130,000 times in 2022, providing 250,000 San Francisco residents from low-income backgrounds with free admission to museums and cultural institutions. Read on...

  81. APE would bring musical acts to Union Square, Embarcadero and Civic Center for three years if ticketed concert in Polo Fields are approved. Read on...

  82. Some already working to build India Basin Waterfront Park project. Read on...

  83. Former field now has something for everyone: families, seniors, and dogs. Read on...

  84. Smaller, headliner-focused concerts would be held weekend following Outside Lands. Read on...

  85. The KABOOM! 25 in 5 Initiative to End Playspace Inequity ensures equitable connection with nature through play for kids in every neighborhood through playground transformations. Read on...

  86. City agencies coordinate to lessen traffic, neighborhood impacts. Read on...

  87. San Francisco Recreation and Park Department General Manager Phil Ginsburg has been elected to chairperson of the California State Park and Recreation Commission. Read on...

  88. A total renovation of the Potrero Hill park includes a bigger clubhouse, new playground equipment, and more green space. Read on...

  89. Iconic San Francisco landmark and event space in Stern Grove red-tagged by City Read on...

  90. Young scientists from several San Francisco middle schools will compete in a Bay Area-wide science fair happening later this month after they recently took first place spots in a citywide competition held at the Randall Museum. Read on...

  91. Diverse lineup to play 100+ free concerts at historic landmark venue Read on...

  92. 5,000 bulbs were gift commemorating visit by Queen of the Netherlands Read on...

  93. The prestigious award highlights the important programming the Tennis and Learning Center provides for San Francisco youth. Read on...

  94. Donation of prefabricated unit and labor to bring down overall price by reducing fees, approvals. Read on...

  95. A renovation project broke ground today that will strengthen Esprit Park to better serve the Dogpatch neighborhood that has grown up around it. Read on...

  96. Blanche, the swan who captured the hearts of generations of visitors to the Palace of Fine Arts, has died at 28. Read on...

  97. Sunnydale Community Hub will provide safe and accessible space for sports, recreation, cultural events, health and wellness resources, and educational programs and activities. Read on...

  98. Surrounded by community members, Mayor London Breed tonight led the countdown to lighting of the iconic Monterey cypress tree in Golden Gate Park’s east end—a San Francisco holiday tradition that began in 1929. Read on...

  99. The San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department rolled out improvements to the Waller Street Skate Park today—a project spearheaded by local skaters who helped shape its inclusive design that honors its street skateboarding roots. Read on...

  100. The Recreation & Park Department broke ground on renovations at Herz Playground in Visitacion Valley on Monday as part of the Let’sPlaySF! initiative that is delivering creative play spaces to children across San Francisco. Read on...

  101. Ginsburg will bring his expertise leading one of the country’s most innovative park systems to the organization Read on...

  102. The Japanese Tea Garden’s towering pagoda, one of the few surviving structures from the 1915 world’s fair, has been revived to its former glory following a meticulous restoration. Read on...

  103. From Philosopher’s Way to Lands End: ‘100 Things to Do in Nature in SF’ Invites Kids to Experience Outdoor Adventures. Read on...

  104. Musicians and other performers can now easily obtain permits to perform in designated park locations Read on...

  105. The JFK Promenade will be alive with street art, public pianos, live performances and even a Halloween event—free temporary activations to foster health, happiness, and social connection Read on...

  106. Construction kicks off on historic open space project in the heart of the Bayview. Read on...

  107. San Francisco Recreation and Park Department General Manager Phil Ginsburg will serve a second term on the California State Park and Recreation Commission, after the California State Senate unanimously confirmed his reappointment. Read on...

  108. Community celebration with free kayaking to be held Saturday Read on...

  109. Harvey Milk Photo Center lab named David Johnson Photo Processing Lab. Read on...

  110. Bayview residents to get construction training to help build SF’s next great park Read on...

  111. Access Improvements to Car-Free JFK Benefit People with Disabilities, Residents of Western Addition, Hayes Valley and Tenderloin. Read on...

  112. Celebration to be held June 21, the 40th anniversary of Fête de la Musique. Read on...

  113. Design by longtime skater honors park’s roller skating history. Read on...

  114. Free blue spaces part of a larger investment in repaving, access. Read on...

  115. San Francisco Recreation and Park Commissioners today voted unanimously to approve changing the name of Visitacion Valley Playground to Yik Oi Huang Peace & Friendship Park. The name honors the memory of a neighborhood grandmother and community advocate. Read on...

  116. Project is now fully funded, allowing the City to move forward with improvements. Read on...

  117. The wildly popular Stern Grove Festival—the Bay Area’s longest running outdoor concert series—will return on June 12 to the historic park, located at 19th Avenue and Sloat Boulevard in the city’s Sunset District. Read on...

  118. Largest park in San Francisco’s urban core to open in nearly 40 years, Francisco Park includes panoramic views, community gardens, and community space for children and dogs. Read on...

  119. Lawmakers approve dozens of improvements to improve access, equity, and ease of travel. Read on...

  120. New Program Familiarizes San Franciscans Outside the Avenues with Golden Gate Park’s Cultural Treasures. Read on...

  121. Outdoor gathering to include cannabis sales, new rules. Read on...

  122. Pilot program aims to make every child in the neighborhood water safe by 6th grade. Read on...

  123. San Francisco’s first public space designed and dedicated specifically for the practice of tai chi opened today amid a community celebration in McLaren Park. Read on...

  124. Legislation would restrict vehicles along JFK Drive while instituting a number of changes to support equity, accessibility, and transit. Read on...

  125. New phase of India Basin project includes business opportunities and job trainings for the community. Read on...

  126. Ordinance, proposed by Mayor Breed, makes all three of Golden Gate Park’s specialty gardens free to San Francisco residents Read on...

  127. Board of Supervisors to decide future of Golden Gate Park’s main road Read on...

#SF4Ukraine event seeks to raise $20,000 to provide desperately needed relief for the nearly 2 million refugees fleeing Ukraine Read on... 129.
Diverse lineup of musicians to play more free concerts at historic landmark. Read on... 130.
Shuttle overhaul, new accessible parking among commitment to seniors, people with disabilities Read on... 131.
Food lovers looking to embrace new offerings in the heart of Civic Center Plaza are in luck—Assembly Café and Beer Garden opened today—Valentine’s Day. Read on... 132.
Richmond District facility beloved by swimmers will hold a free community swim Saturday. Read on... 133.
Equitable Development Plan to Ensure Current Residents Benefit from Waterfront Park. Read on... 134.
Popular Light Exhibit in Peacock Meadow to Continue Bringing Light and Joy to Parkgoers Through March 2022. Read on... 135.
City officials and community members held a celebration today for the reopening of Bayview/K.C. Jones Playground following a $6 million renovation. Read on... 136.
‘Chinatown’s Living Room’ to Undergo Complete Redesign. Read on... 137.
Ordinance would make all three of Golden Gate Park's specialty gardens free to San Francisco residents Read on... 138.
A ground mural featuring a golden roller skate surrounded by a psychedelic pattern may add new color to a legendary skating spot in Golden Gate Park after the San Francisco Recreation and Park Commission voted unanimously to approve the final design. Read on... 139.
The India Basin Shoreline Park project & the Buchanan Street Mall renovation project each received 5.8million,partof5.8 million, part of 5.8million,partof584.3 million in funding to deliver new parks to more than 100 communities & advance the “Outdoors for All” initiative Read on... 140.
Special events and illuminated installations to dazzle parkgoers this holiday season. Read on... 141.
The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department today announced the launch of a three-month pilot program for food trucks on the Upper Great Highway during days the roadway is closed to vehicle traffic. Read on... 142.
Project will receive $4.8 million in state funding secured by Senator Wiener for improvements. Read on... 143.
Change would streamline management and provide enhanced visitor experience. Read on... 144.
City officials gathered with community members and dragon boat racers at Lake Merced today to say ahoy to a new boat dock and gangway that allows safer recreation for seniors and people with disabilities and ensures future access for the public. Read on... 145.
Kids connect with nature and each other on opening day of space devoted to unstructured play. Read on... 146.
Young children at nine San Francisco child care centers and family child care homes are enjoying green outdoor play spaces after community volunteers worked multiple weekends to create natural play spaces that allow children to explore their world. Read on... 147.
After nearly a year of anticipation, the McLaren Park Ropes Course was in full swing today, celebrating its full opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Read on... 148.
The fire destroyed a play structure modeled after a pirate ship, a slide, and rubber safety surfacing to protect kids from falls. Read on... 149.
Safety measures allow accommodation of multiple needs, car-free JFK will be unaffected. Read on... 150.
San Francisco Shakespeare Festival Kicks Off 2021 Season Following Ribbon Cutting. Read on... 151.
Youth-centered design to build stronger connections with the natural world while inviting kids to jump, climb, play and learn across an array of natural elements. Read on... 152.
Juri Commons reopened following a $1.9 million renovation honoring the Mission District park’s railroad history, featuring a redesign with new plantings, an improved play space for children, grass for dogs, & an adult exercise area with fitness equipment. Read on... 153.
Stretch from Lincoln Way to Sloat Blvd will continue to be closed to car traffic on weekends and holidays, but will open up to car traffic during the week. Read on... 154.
With a design inspired by its wooded surroundings, a nature play area to spark creativity, and a dramatic spiral tower soaring above it all, the newly-renovated playground at Golden Gate Heights Park has opened to the public. Read on... 155.
Gardeners maintaining the City’s parks, open spaces and public plazas will soon turn over a new leaf—trading gas-powered blowers with two-stroke engines for electric battery pack models instead. Read on... 156.
A new photo library at the Harvey Milk Photo Center will be named for legendary photographer David Johnson, who chronicled Black life in San Francisco in the mid-twentieth century, the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department announced today. Read on... 157.
In commemoration of San Francisco’s Juneteenth holiday, Mayor London N. Breed today unveiled Monumental Reckoning, a two-year art installation in Golden Gate Park honoring Black history and lives. Read on... 158.
Mayor London N. Breed today joined with community members, environmental advocates, and public officials to kick off the restoration of India Basin shoreline. Read on... 159.
Coit Tower, the iconic white column defining the San Francisco skyline, will welcome visitors Thursday, June 17 for the first time in 15 months, Mayor London N. Breed announced. Read on... 160.
A once-overlooked park in Bayview Hunters Point reopened with a community celebration after a $3.3 million renovation transformed it into a family-friendly oasis with an adventure playground. Read on... 161.
84th annual outdoor music festival kicks off summer concert season on June 20. Read on... 162.
The SF Recreation & Park Commission Thursday approved the concept design for the new Herz Recreation Center Project, which includes a new 11,500 square foot recreation center with an indoor basketball court, a multi-purpose room, restrooms, and an office. Read on... 163.
Newly renovated Garfield Center includes an indoor pool and modern clubhouse that will serve as a Community Hub for San Francisco students. Read on... 164.
The SkyStar Wheel in Golden Gate Park will be permitted to spin until 2025, the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department announced today. Discounts for San Francisco residents begin Monday Read on... 165.
Special to today’s announcement will be SkyStar and SF Rec and Park’s offer to all San Francisco public school graduating seniors to take a free ride on the Wheel this summer beginning June 2 through Sept. 6; students will need to show their SFUSD ID. Read on... 166.
Online court reservations open today for the philanthropy-funded Lisa & Douglas Goldman Tennis Center, which will open its doors March 3. Read on... 167.
New open space in Chinatown will provide safe, clean place for kids and their families to play, and newly renovated clubhouse will operate as a Community Hub in March Read on... 168.
San Francisco’s largest fenced dog park will re-open Saturday, February 6 following a $2.4 million renovation that includes separate areas where big and small dogs can safely frolic, natural elements to climb and jump, and a new surface to run and play. Read on... 169.
Recent Recreation and Park Department initiatives, with support from First 5 San Francisco, enable 132 low-income families to attend Camp Mather for free or at a discounted rate this summer. Read on...