This Thursday, SOMA Nights will take place on Folsom Street as part of the city’s new Entertainment Zone initiative. In collaboration with the Civic Joy Fund and Music City, the SOMA West Community Benefit District is transforming Folsom Street into a vibrant music festival. The event will feature a diverse lineup of musical genres and aims to energize and support local businesses along the corridor.

Date: Thursday, May 22nd

Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Locations: Folsom St. between Hallam St. and 9th St. and adjacent locations

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Big Congratulations to Kim Kobasic & Fred Reeves!

From humble beginnings as a video store in the late '90s, Brickhouse Bar & Grill has evolved into a cherished neighborhood hub. In its early days, there was uncertainty about its future—at one point, the property owner considered demolishing the building to construct a larger development that would include the adjacent parking lot.

Thanks to the support of friends, community fundraising, and other generous contributions, enough funds were raised for the owners to purchase the property. That pivotal moment ensured the restaurant's survival—and it's now been serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner for over 25 years. It’s especially known for its bustling weekend brunch scene.

“The space you’re sitting in now,” Kim shares, “was built by Freddy, single-handedly, over a year and a half. It’s more than just a restaurant—it’s our home, too.”

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Photo credit: Thomas Sawano/S.F. Chronicle

A brief summary...

While 2024 saw historically low crime rates, recent data shows that property crime in SoMa has increased by 29% in the first four months of 2025.

Although I haven’t personally seen a noticeable rise in property crime, I have observed that areas like Sixth Street and Jessie Street seem to be experiencing a resurgence of large gatherings involving drug use and dealing.

In response, SOMBA is organizing a town hall in July. We are encouraging city agencies to attend and share what steps they plan to take to address these issues.

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We wish to welcome the following new members to SOMBA...

Bini's Kitchen

https://biniskitchen.com/

Binita Pradhan, owner and chef of Bini’s Kitchen, hails from Kathmandu, Nepal. A professionally trained chef, she brings years of experience in the Nepali food industry and takes pride in leading the only Nepalese catering company in San Francisco.

Bay of Burma

https://bayofburma.com/

Kay and Ryan Zin, the heart behind Bay of Burma, are serving up some of the city’s finest and most flavorful Burmese food. They’re all about keeping it real with fresh, local ingredients—think flavorful meats, crisp veggies, and bold spices like turmeric, ginger, and lemongrass. Most dishes are served family-style, so it’s perfect for sharing and bringing people together over amazing food.

Tokyo Moto - Motorcycle Repair

https://tokyomotosf.com/

Tokyo Moto believes in fostering customer relationships by providing excellent service and value that goes above and beyond expectations. Offering repair service, parts & accessories, used bike inventory, and branded apparel, they offer a variety of services to meet your needs.

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Date: Sunday, June 1st 2025

Time: 11:00am-3:00pm

Location: VMD Park

Address: 16 Sherman Street, San Francisco CA 94103

Join us at Victoria Manalo Draves Park for SOMA BLOOMS—a colorful celebration of spring, community, and creativity!

At this family oriented event, kids will get to plant their very own flowers & produce in the community garden!

Get ready for a joyful day filled with live music, local vendors, and plenty of sunshine. Whether you're here for the performances, the vibes, or just to connect with neighbors, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Come together to celebrate the season and the spirit of SOMA. Mark your calendars, bring your friends, and help spread the word!