Persistent vending at southwest corner of 6th and Mission Street in front of Miss Saigon and other violations...

Mayor Daniel Lurie, unlike past mayors, has made a strong effort to improve conditions on 6th Street and adjacent streets, and the community appreciates the Department of Public Works for washing down sidewalks weekly. However, without a consistent beat officer presence, these improvements last only a day or two. Although staffing shortages at Southern Station are understood, no other area in the South of Market continues to experience the recurring issues seen on and around 6th Street.

A particular concern is the illegal vending on the southwest corner of Mission and 6th, in front of Miss Saigon restaurant. The vendors appear to resell food obtained for free from food banks—diverting resources meant for those truly in need—and are also selling cigarettes and drugs.

Drug dealing, gambling with tablets, and large late-night crowds engaging in illegal activity at 6th and Market further contribute to unsafe conditions. Violations of the city’s sit-lie laws continue as well, impacting businesses.

Despite numerous calls to SFPD and assurances that a sergeant has been assigned to address these problems, no meaningful enforcement has occurred. As a result, the community is growing discouraged and fears that 6th Street and adjacent streets are being allowed to deteriorate once again.

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Stay tuned for updates on the date, time, and location of this event.

Calling all regenerative startups, investors, diverse funders, support organizations, public sector representatives, and more...

Date: Thursday, November 20th

Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Where: Trellis Coworking, Events, Cafe & Bar

Location: 981 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94103



The community is invited to a pre-Thanksgiving gathering celebrating the harvests from the San Francisco Doughnut Economics community’s regenerative efforts, as well as the remarkable companies and organizations participating in the Regenerate the Bay Doughnut Accelerator.

What to expect:

• ​Nourishment: Delicious, healthy food and beverages (and of course doughnuts)
• ​Short integration discussion about Doughnut Economics, how it's currently faring around the world, and what California Doughnut Economics has been doing around the state of California.
• ​Play-based networking & strategic collaboration
• ​Action and opportunity to participate

Reserve your ticket today by clicking the button below!

Date: Thursday, November 20th

Time: 8:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Where: Coit Room at Pier 27

Location: Pier 27, The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94111

The Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center invites small business owners to the Small Business AI Jam in San Francisco on Thursday, November 20, 2025. In partnership with OpenAI and DoorDash, this free, hands-on workshop helps “Main Street” businesses learn practical ways to use ChatGPT for tasks like marketing, scheduling, customer communication, and bookkeeping. Participants will work directly with OpenAI mentors and community partners to build at least one ready-to-use AI tool tailored to their business.

The event is open to owner-operated businesses with up to 100 employees, with no technical background required. Optional video tutorials are available before the event, and ongoing learning resources can be accessed afterward through OpenAI Academy. Space is limited, and registration is confirmed on a rolling basis. Event location details will be shared closer to the date.

Date: Friday, December 5th

Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Where: Salesforce Park

Location: 425 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94105

The Transbay Joint Powers Authority (TJPA), in coordination with the East Cut Community Benefit District, invites the community to join them for the weekend of December 5th–7th at its sixth annual Winterfest celebration at Salesforce Park.

The holiday festivities begin on the night of December 5th with live music from the band Magic Nostalgia, dancing, and a countdown to the park’s holiday lighting at 5:30 p.m. Additional weekend highlights include a morning of holiday events for children, an Ugly Sweater Silent Disco and a screening of the film Frozen Sing-Along, and an all-day wreath-making party.

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Support High-Speed Rail...



High-Speed Rail has faced ongoing challenges securing the funding needed to move construction forward, particularly under the current administration. While some progress is being made, it is not happening at the pace supporters had hoped for.

There is, however, a strong possibility that new funding could come through a private partnership. According to Rail Authority CEO Ian Choudri, this could materialize as early as next year.

Many of us who have experienced high-speed rail in Europe and other countries recognize the value it could bring to California. The service is typically more comfortable, quieter, and overall more pleasant than air travel, not to mention the streamlined security experience.

If you wish to support High-Speed Rail, please send emails or write to:

boardmembers@hsr.ca.gov

California High-Speed Rail Authority

770 L Street, Suite 620

Sacramento, CA 95814

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Date & Time:

Saturday, December 6th 11am - 5pm

Sunday, December 7th 11am - 4pm

Where: The Box SF

Location: 1069 Howard St, San Francisco, CA 94103

The Box SF invites the whole SOMA community as well as friends and family to gather at their historic San Francisco building for a weekend dedicated to creativity, connection, and supporting local artists. The Box SF Artists and Makers Fair welcomes visitors to a recurring multi-day event held monthly in the heart of the city.

Once the William Randolph Hearst printing plant of the 1920s, The Box SF now features two floors of premier event space along with an antique printing and vintage advertising mercantile inspired by an 1850s country store.

Each monthly fair includes a Saturday–Sunday art sale with free admission for the public with over 40 local artisans.