Hayes Valley has a rich and complex history. As we move our neighborhood forward, sometimes it’s helpful to look to our past. Lucky for us, our former president Gail Baugh kept an archive of Hayes Valley documents. Primarily from 1991 … Read More
The following letter was sent to the SFMTA board on January 13, 2022 Gwyneth Borden, Chair San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors 1 South Van Ness Avenue, 7th Floor San Francisco, CA 94103 MTABoard@SFMTA.com RE: Page Slow Street … Read More
Thanks to everyone who participated in last week’s Election Forum. Here is a link to a recording of the event: HVNA Election Forum October 27, 2022
SF Examiner article on the hydrant’s history March 24, 2014 Before restoration April 17, 2016 After restoration
A truly wonderful event. Thanks to the organizers and volunteers: David Holler, Professor at USF, and writing students Gail Baugh Liz and son Dawson Michael White, SF Magic Zone Nico Bremond, chair of HVNA Equity Committee
New library installed at the Hayes Valley Playground. Please come lend a book and borrow a book!
Although the Castro emerged as a gay neighborhood in the 1960s, the support it provided to LGBTQ people often was qualified by such limitations as socioeconomic status, race, age, and gender identity. Because Hayes Valley largely escaped the forces of … Read More
Historical Essay by Reg McDonald Photo: Calisphere By 1909 a number of neighborhoods across San Francisco began holding large public events in an effort to bring the city together and remind its residents and the rest of the country that … Read More
Proposal for a public artwork at 78 Haight Street in San Francisco by Kota Ezawa The proposed artwork combines a contemporary view of Octavia Boulevard with a drawing of the Central Freeway that used to stand in its place. This … Read More
Green space is prized in Hayes Valley. Popular Patricia’s Green is just that, green. You love to be around green growing plants: potted plants at home, a window garden, on the steps, or a little space that is shaded or … Read More
The Octavia Historic Commemoration Project is seeking artists and designers to submit proposals for a permanent installation to capture the spirit of that achievement. Initial proposals due Friday April 30th, 2021 @ 5:00pm. It’s been nearly 20 years since the … Read More
As the COVID-19 vaccine continues to become more widely available for eligible San Franciscans, scams relating to the vaccine continue to emerge. It is important that all San Franciscans, especially those most vulnerable to these malicious attempts, understand how to … Read More