Saluhall and Meeting Place Establishes Itself as Much Needed "Third Space"

In a recent SF Business Times piece about where Saluhall, IKEA, and Meeting Place stand six months after opening the article finds, "Saluhall acts like a more dynamic version of the 'third space' between home and work that Starbucks used to be: a comfortable landing spot for open-ended hours of work or cafe conversations — in other words, a literal 'meeting place.' Add to that an eclectic all-day menu, booze, and the shopping potential of Ikea next door, and you have a recipe ripe for customers to find ways to work into their weekly routines."

Saluhall also hosts several fun non-food events, such as a trivia night and this season's holiday maker's market featuring local vendors. Saluhall also partnered with Mid Market CBD and the SOMA Community Collaborative to bring Santa, the Mrs. and his elves to a meet and greet with neighborhood families last week (see below).

Keep an eye on Saluhall's happenings page for more upcoming events.

Star Falls Into Place at Mint Plaza

Aurum, by the artist duo HYBYCOZO now shines in Mint Plaza. Installed with support from the San Francisco Arts Commission, its golden color and name harken back to the Gold Rush era. The old Mint, for which the Plaza is named, was built in 1874 to serve Gold Rush miners. Today both the historic Mint and the Plaza are available to rent for special events. Check out both spaces here.

Former Bank Building to Be Converted into Pod Apartments

At 12 Mint Plaza, the City recently approved 30 pod rental units by Brownstone Housing. The communal-style housing caters to residents seeking to save on living expenses, with some involved in startup ventures. Some have praised the location for its affordability and convenience according to Hoodline. 

Support the Mid Market Community Benefit District

If you missed our Giving Tuesday email, please consider a donation to MMCBD's clean and safe services.

CBDs can only collect a fixed annual amount of revenue from property owners. Annual increases are capped at 3%. If we want to do more, we must obtain grants or donations. While grants for public art and special events are often available, grants for cleaning and maintenance are not. MMCBD hopes to obtain more pressure washing equipment, and the personnel to operate it, in 2025.

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Holiday Shopping Event at Trellis

Kultivate Labs has partnered with District co-working space Trellis to host a fun, festive day of shopping and entertainment. Shoppers can buy from small, local vendors, whose wares focus on "celebrating the value of heritage in their goods and services." There will also be a DJ, dance floor and karaoke! Saturday, December 21, 11am-6pm, Trellis (981 Mission St.).

Tech-Focused Play to Debut at The Strand

This spring, Co-Founders, a hip-hop musical about "an underrated young Oakland coder, Esata, who hacks her way into the most competitive startup accelerator in San Francisco," will hit the Strand Theater stage. Described as "sharply funny, deeply felt, [and an] exuberant celebration of the Bay and the dreamers, hustlers, and innovators that make it magical," tickets and more information can be found on the A.C.T. site.

Woodworking Classes at Wood Thumb

Try your hand at woodworking at District spot Wood Thumb, a studio where they've been "making custom furniture and craft products in the heart of San Francisco for over ten years." For all skill levels, attendees can experience a "woodworking class like no other." Workshop schedule here.