Restoration of the Silver Twin Fire Hydrant at Hayes and Buchanan
SF Examiner article on the hydrant’s history March 24, 2014 Before restoration April 17, 2016 After restoration
Public Posts
Gardening Event with Magic Zone at Hayes Valley Playground
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
The New Library at HV Playground
New library installed at the Hayes Valley Playground. Please come lend a book and borrow a book!
LGBTQ History in Hayes Valley
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
Hayes Valley Carnival
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
Octavia Boulevard and the Central Freeway (now and then)
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
Two Green Sanctuaries in Hayes Valley
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
Octavia Historic Commemoration Project
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
Becoming a Member of HVNA
By Channing Hussey, Associate Member HVNA Board of Directors Mike and I moved to Hayes Valley in December, 2014. We’d spend our weekends exploring the city, keeping an eye out for interesting events, but eventually we found ourselves happiest at … Read More
How to Report An Unregistered Short Term Rental
Not sure what to do about a Short Term Rental on your street. Need some guidance? Have some questions? Read on for some helpful tips. HAYES VALLEY NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION REPORTING UNREGISTERED SHORT TERM RENTALS WHAT TO DO BACKGROUND Our … Read More
SFMTA moves forward to enhance pedestrian safety in Hayes Valley
As a result of a July HVNA meeting and the City initiative to eliminate traffic fatalities by 2024, SFMTA is moving forward with with specific steps to make pedestrians more visible to car drivers and cyclists. After a lengthy traffic study … Read More
The Consequences of Chain Stores in Hayes Valley Neighborhood
As we all know, the small, locally-founded formula retail chain, La Boulange, is being closed by its parent company Starbucks. Its second store opened in Hayes Valley, one of its most successful outlets, before being purchased by Starbucks. The parent … Read More