Rec & Park eNews - August 20, 2025

Wed Aug 20 22:47:43 PDT 2025

Your weekly scoop on San Francisco parks

###  Highlights, News & Announcements

# Mayor Lurie Breaks Ground on Final Phase of India Basin Waterfront Park

Mayor Daniel Lurie, Supervisor Shamann Walton, and other city, state, and federal officials, and members of the Bayview-Hunters Point (BVHP) community
yesterday broke ground on a project to unite two waterfront spaces (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/4dsmzu).

Led by Rec and Park in partnership with the A. Philip Randolph Institute, Trust for Public Land, the San Francisco Foundation and BVHP community[](https://www.facebook.com/SanFranciscoFoundation?__cft__\[0\]=AZVmqRRHB4rIXjX8zqQvFtTGrTjBHch2CDzbcF8b_8jnFbKQ8H_D8nvv53KtGTslXKBq7mpKHbaC3TaT5P4FHizzmyEnEJmlOWWoBeMS8zj-3ddGHTVrl84GAlixxARUx0vwFbp29srKb8pw0szBL79E_9wx-IgditeW4q4dQGJNmrUFe5bb7m1d33JwMSjf7jc&__tn__=-\]K-R),
the project will connect the existing India Basin Shoreline Park area (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/k6smzu)
with the recently built park at
900 Innes Avenue (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/0ytmzu)
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The project will renovate the existing 7.5-acre India Basin Shoreline Park, built in the 1990s, to improve accessibility, restore habitats, and bring an array of new features to the community, including a great lawn leading to a gravel beach; new boathouse, pier, and dock; a renovated playground for all ages with adult fitness stations; two basketball courts with stadium seating; and more. Construction begins this month and is expected to be complete in 2028.

The India Basin Waterfront Park project is guided by a nationally recognized
Equitable Development Plan (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/grumzu)
(EDP)
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progress report (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/wjvmzu)
released at the groundbreaking details ongoing work on the EDP's initiatives. For more information, click the link below.

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### Mayor Lurie Celebrates Three Successful Weekends of Major Concerts

Mayor Daniel Lurie celebrated three successful weekends (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/s4wmzu)
of major concerts in Golden Gate Park, continuing to drive San Francisco's recovery with $150 million in economic activity projected for the city. Over the first three weekends in August, the city hosted Dead & Company, Outside Lands, and Zach Bryan, welcoming more than 450,000 people to Golden Gate Park and bringing visitors from across the region, country, and world to San Francisco.

Additional key stats from the concert weekends include 400 union employees building out the stages and production equipment and more than 12,000 part-time employees working throughout all events. For more information, click the link below.

(Photos by
Phil Halperin (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/8wxmzu))

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### Bay FC Citywide Soccer Sculptures Revealed Ahead of Match at Oracle Park

Bay Football Club and Rec and Park this week announced the installation of
nine large-scale temporary soccer sculptures (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/4hzmzu)
at prominent parks and public spaces throughout San Francisco, activating the areas ahead of
Bay FC’s highly anticipated match at Oracle Park (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/ka0mzu)
on Saturday, August 23 at 1 p.m., against the Washington Spirit, presented by Visa. The sculptures, designed in collaboration with creative agency Think True and Elemental Studio, feature custom soccer balls mounted on stands. Each piece is hand-painted by local artists to showcase the vibrancy of the Bay Area.

The installations will be set up at nine park sites, representing all nine Bay Area counties that Bay FC represents. Installation began today, and will stay on display for residents and visitors to enjoy until Bay FC's match.

Visitors can explore these unique activations at the Marina Green, Coit Tower, Embarcadero Plaza, Dolores Park, Beach Chalet, Civic Center Plaza, Alamo Square, Duboce Park, and Crocker Amazon Soccer Fields. For more information, click the link below.

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### Friends of Duboce Park Announce 125th Anniversary Celebration September 13

The
Friends of Duboce Park (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/gv1mzu)
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today announced a 125th anniversary celebration for the park (Duboce Avenue and Noe Street) on Saturday, September 13 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The day will feature family-friendly activities including a giant obstacle jump house, dodgeball tournament, scavenger hunt, lawn games, arts and crafts, face painting, live music, food trucks, and more. A special photo display will showcase the park's history, from its role after the 1906 Earthquake to the evolution of the playgrounds and recreation center. For more information, click the link below.

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### Khalid to Headline Outdoor Concert in Golden Gate Park on October 11

San Francisco event production powerhouses The Midway and Non Plus Ultra are bringing Global superstar Khalid to headline
Golden Gate Park’s Robin Williams Meadow (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/cg3mzu)
this fall on October 11. Khalid is set to perform all his biggest hits, and debut brand-new music from his upcoming new album, including his new single "In Plain Sight". Joining him are multi Platinum chart-topping singer, songwriter Lauv and rising indie-pop sensation flowerovlove.

This Golden Gate Park performance will continue the trend of the park being the concert heart of San Francisco, and a perfect setting for fans to experience Khalid's expansive catalog of feel-good anthems and emotional ballads.

Tickets go on sale to the public Tuesday, August 26 at 10 a.m. with the presale beginning Monday, August 25 at 10 a.m. Sign up for presale access at the link below.

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# New Pickleball Courts Debut at Crocker Amazon Playground

San Franciscans can now dink and ace on four dedicated pickleball courts at
Crocker Amazon Playground (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/804mzu). The new courts are the result of a collaborative effort led by the San Francisco Tennis and Pickleball Planning Roundtable (SF-TAPP). SF-TAPP engaged residents and conducted surveys and community outreach to identify underused spaces that could be transformed into dedicated pickleball courts. Their full recommendations will be available in September.

The Crocker Amazon pickleball courts are
now available for reservation through Rec and Park’s online booking system (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/ot5mzu), helping to ensure fair and convenient access for players of all levels.

The new courts were converted from a volleyball court to help meet the surging demand for one of the city's fastest-growing sports. Over the past several years, the department has dramatically expanded the number of pickleball courts, growing from just 12 in 2018 to more than 90 locations available today. For more information, click the link below.

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### Golden Gate Park Petanque Court Renovated, Re-dedicated for Jacques Biscay

This past weekend, the historic
pétanque court in Golden Gate Park (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/ke7mzu)
was re-dedicated to Jacques Biscay, who played a key role in securing its location in the early 1960s. Known as La Boule d'Or, the court is the second oldest in the United States and the first ever built on the West Coast. Originally established by the Club de Petanque de San Francisco in 1959--now renamed La Boule d'Or--the site has long served as a hub for this French sport and its local community of players.

Ahead of the tournament, Rec and Park's maintenance yard completed a renovation project that refreshed the petanque courts by installing new borders, grading and resurfacing the court, relocating and upgrading benches, adding concrete pads for picnic tables and storage, replacing the kiosk, and enclosing the area with a split-rail fence.

Petanque is a French game, similar to lawn bowling and bocce, which emphasizes strategy, precision, and accessibility. With new courts renovated, La Boule d'Or plans to expand participation through free lessons, shared equipment, and larger tournaments, both regional and national. For more information on how to participate, click the link below.

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# Back to Work Week in Civic Center through August 22

This week, City, state and federal workers will be returning to work four days a week. For those working in or around the Civic Center area, there are a host of
activities and perks (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/gz8mzu)
during the week to welcome you back, including music, food trucks, dance classes, discounts at Limoncello and a Friday happy hour. For more information on activities in the Civic Center Plazas, click the link below.

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# Poolside's Daytime Disco in Union Square on September 7

Come out for the
next free downtown concert (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/ckanzu)
in our parks! In partnership with the City and County of San Francisco and Rec and Park, Another Planet Entertainment (APE) is bringing Poolside's "Daytime Disco"--a new branded party from producer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Jeffrey Paradise--to
Union Square (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/scbnzu)
(333 Post Street) on Sunday, September 7, beginning at 2 p.m.

The launch of the first ever Daytime Disco event is by design. San Francisco is an important part of Poolside's history, a city Paradise had called home for years: first as a San Francisco State University alumnus, and later as a DJ and promoter of the famed Blow Up SF Parties.

For more information, click the link below.

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#  Flower Piano at the San Francisco Botanical Garden from September 12-21

TIckets are available for the 10th anniversary of Flower Piano, returning to the
San Francisco Botanical Garden (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/oxcnzu)
(1199 9th Avenue) from September 12 to 21. Presented by
Sunset Piano (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/4pdnzu), the
Gardens of Golden Gate Park (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/kienzu), and Rec and Park, this one-of-a-kind music festival invites visitors to explore 12 pianos placed throughout 55 acres of garden paths and plant collections. More than 100 performers will take part, including Lavay Smith and the Red Hot Skillet Lickers, Dred Scott and Cali Mambo, Tammy Hall, Sarah Cahill and many more. There will also be special opening event Friday, September 12 in the Flower Piano Lounge. For more information and to purchase tickets, click the link below.

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# Kimbell Playground Community Garden Meeting on August 23

Come out for a meeting on the proposed community garden at
Kimbell Playground (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/g3fnzu)
(1901 Geary Boulevard) on Saturday, August 23 at 10 a.m. at the
Hamilton Recreation Center (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/wvgnzu)
(1900 Geary Blvd) multipurpose room. Explore design ideas, share your input, and help shape the future of this new green space. For more information and to RSVP, click the link below.

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### Coyote Pupping Season in our Parks

As we hit the dog days of summer, it means that we're in the midst of coyote pupping season. While coyotes are generally wary of humans, parent coyotes may become territorial if you or your pet stumbles upon their den.

To foster a safe coexistence between yourself and our natural neighbors (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/sginzu), please take the following precautions:

  * Never feed coyotes or any wildlife
  * Keep dogs on leashes in our parks, unless in a designated off-leash dog play area
  * Only admire coyotes from a distance

If you encounter a coyote, slowly back away carrying any small children or pets. Do not run. You may also scare the coyote away by appearing large and making loud noises.

If you encounter a coyote or see someone putting out food for a coyote, report it to Animal Care and Control (ACC) at (415) 554-9400, or by email at noopener noreferrer (mailto:acc at sfgov.org).

For more information, visit ACC's coyote page at the link below.

Photo credit: Nick Stone Schearer from "Don't Feed the Coyotes"

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###  Upcoming Events

### Civic Center Soundtrack Series at Fulton Plaza on August 21 & 26

Civic Center Soundtrack, a free concert series by
Illuminate Live (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/o1jnzu), is at Fulton Plaza (Fulton and Larkin streets) between
San Francisco Main Library (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/4tknzu)
and the
Asian Art Museum (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/g7mnzu). These diverse musical performances will be held every Tuesday and Thursday.

  * August 21 | 3-6 p.m. - John Elliott and The Berrios Trio
  * August 26 | Noon-3 p.m. - Joe Burke, Michael Annotti, and Paris

For more information, click the link below.

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# Storytime in the Park at Francisco Park on August 22

Join the
Francisco Park Conservancy (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/csonzu)
for a storytime at the
Francisco Park (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/skpnzu)
(Bay and Larkin streets) main lawn on Friday, August 22 from 11 a.m. to noon. Bring your little ones along with a blanket and a snack. For more information and to RSVP, email info at franciscopark.org (mailto:info at franciscopark.org).

### Illuminate Live at the Golden Gate Park Bandshell on August 22, 24 & 27

Join us for free concerts with
Illuminate Live (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/8cqnzu)
at the
Golden Gate Bandshell (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/o5qnzu)
(75 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive) between the
California Academy of Sciences (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/4xrnzu)
and
de Young Museum (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/kqsnzu)
in Golden Gate Park. See the upcoming shows:

    * August 22 | 4:30-7 p.m. - Friday Happy Hour featuring Dennis Johnson and The Revelators
    * August 24 | 4:20-7:30 p.m. - Reggae Sunday featuring DJ Guid8nce, DJ Sep, and Irie Dole
    * August 27 | 4-7 p.m. - Singer/Songwriter Wednesday featuring Jethro Jeremiah, Total Dysfunction, and Winterlark

For the full concert schedule, click the link below.

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# Duboce ParkJam on August 23

Join the
Friends of Duboce Park (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/gbunzu)
for Duboce ParkJam on Saturday, August 23 from noon to 5 p.m. This free event brings live music to the
park (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/w3unzu)
(Duboce Avenue and Scott Street) with performances from local musicians, songwriters, and groups. Bring your friends and family, spread out a blanket, and enjoy an afternoon of music and community. For more information, click the link below.

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# Fillmore Rodeo Block Party at Margaret Hayward Playground on August 23

Giddy up and get out to
Margaret Hayward Playground (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/sownzu)
(1016 Laguna Street) for the Fillmore Rodeo Block Party on Saturday, August 23 from noon to 5 p.m. Presented by The Geez Freeze and community partners, there will be a DJ, dancing, food, art activities, a 3-on-3 basketball tournament, and more! For more information, click the link below.

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# Hungry Ghost Festival at Portsmouth Square on August 23

Join the Chinese Culture Center of San Francisco and community partners for the Hungry Ghost Festival on Saturday, August 23. The free family-friendly event will start with a parade, followed by an event at
Portsmouth Square (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/o9xnzu)
(745 Kearny Street) from 4 to 9 p.m. where there will be performances, art, altars, community booths and more. For more information, click the link below.

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### The Whale's Tail Music Lineup for August 23 & 24

The Whale's Tail outdoor garden bar is in Golden Gate Park on Saturdays, Sundays, and select Monday holidays from noon to 6 p.m.

Located off of the
JFK Promenade (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/kuznzu)
just west of the Rose Garden
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at the
14th Avenue East Meadow (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/0m0nzu), this family- and dog-friendly spot transforms into a vibrant weekend destination with drinks, lawn games, public art, and curated local food trucks.

It also hosts live music, with this weekend's lineup featuring:

    * August 23 | Noon- 6 p.m. - Allan Wachs, Michael Annotti, Migrant Pickers, and Sam Edelman
    * August 24 | Noon- 6 p.m. - DJ Guid8nce, DJ Sep, and Irie Dole

There will also be free yoga at the meadow at 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 23.

The Whale's Tail is a collaboration between Rec and Park, Non Plus Ultra, and Illuminate. For more information, click the link below.

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### Community Rowing & Tides & Current Seminar at India Basin August 24

Come to
India Basin Waterfront Park (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/w71nzu)
(900 Innes Avenue) for a free community rowing day with Rocking the Boat (RTB) on Sunday, August 24 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

In addition to free rowing, RTB is partnering with the Community Youth Center's (CYC) dragon boat program for its first Pier-side Science Seminar. The shop building opens at 10:30 a.m. for tours, followed by a presentation on tides and currents for rowers and paddlers from 11 a.m. to noon. Afterward, guests can head out on the water to put into action what they learned! For more information, click the link below.

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### Golden Gate Park Band: Ukraine Day on August 24

Join the
Golden Gate Park Band (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/ss3nzu)[](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057077484845&__cft__\[0\]=AZVUiIsrkOpzblQPq0b0p9FQ8J_ZR3hIYnScMs_suXGifP3HxRqi4ks61xKc4iZs0ERIZELn7d9oQrQt_pgbP4cuaroSoS5OHYHIl3W2Ih2LyHbLDDDB-sTFOwcBSSVw5da1NkIox9m6axckx9OsYAw5DOLz34qNB44iEfKyIh3N4akJRgYxLufsgEf20oSxnCw&__tn__=-\]K-R) for its Ukraine Day celebration on Sunday, August 24 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the
Golden Gate Bandshell (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/8k4nzu)
(75 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive). This concert is a celebration of the 34th anniversary of Ukraine's independence and will feature national melodies. For more information, click the link below.

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### SF Shakes: "The Two Gentlemen of Verona" in McLaren Park Starting August 30

The San Francisco Shakespeare Festival returns to the
Jerry Garcia Amphitheater (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/455nzu)
(40 John F. Shelley Drive) in
McLaren Park (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/ky6nzu)
with its free production of "The Two Gentlemen of Verona" from August 30 through September 1 with shows beginning at 2 p.m. daily. Additional shows at Jerry Garcia Amphitheater take place the following weekend on September 6 and 7 before moving to
Sue Bierman Park (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/0q7nzu)
(Washington and Drumm streets) for two weekends of shows starting on Saturday, September 13. For more information, click the link below.

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### Play in your Park Party at Jackson Playground on September 6

Head over to
Jackson Playground (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/wb9nzu)
(1645 17th Street) for the Play in Your Park Party on Saturday, September 6 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Join the Friends of Jackson Park for a day of activities including basketball, volleyball, kickball, martials arts, yoga, and art and crafts, as well as music and community connection. For more information, click the link below.

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# Kite by the Bay at Candlestick Point State Recreation Area on September 6

Head to the
Candlestick Point State Recreation Area (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/swaozu)
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(500 Hunters Point Expressway) for Kite by the Bay, a free, family-friendly event on Saturday, September 6 from noon to 3 p.m. Participants can bring their own kite, borrow one on-site, or decorate one to fly. They will also be able to enjoy food, music, face painting, and more. For more information and to RSVP, click the link below.

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# Opera in the Park at Robin Williams Meadow on September 7

Come out to
Golden Gate Park (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/ohcozu)
for free Opera in the Park at
Robin Williams Meadow (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/49cozu)
on Sunday, September 7, starting at 1:30 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon of beautiful arias and ensembles performed by stars from the San Francisco Opera[](https://www.facebook.com/SFOpera?__cft__\[0\]=AZVPOxdIGO-uGH2NaJlLHSkToayDI23_gImeLmkdcwMrxlK3t6BRNR-DiVWRw_qh7tdQl1aKtG4aCp9bpEMNx0SQebysJ2-jnV8FDgFLG-a0xaWDtBmD2LhfblvnEUgq_lOeFwR35Ba4HEkN59wHUUamH7JwFvbacsQnrd4wkpaitNdClFl2pohCFx3hsLOeUXg&__tn__=-\]K-R)'s 2025-26 season, led by Music Director Eun Sun Kim. For more information, click the link below.

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### Programming & Regular Series

### Registration for Fall Baseball & Softball Academy Now Open

The Giants Community Fund, in partnership with Rec and Park, is excited to host the third fall
Baseball and Softball Academy (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/0ueozu). This free, eight-week program is based at the
Crocker Amazon (https://t.e2ma.net/click/k2dozj/wfcl20hc/gnfozu)
ball fields. It's for players with prior baseball or softball experience who will enter middle or high school in the fall and want to try out for a team next season.

The academy begins the week of September 20, with each team having one 30-minute practice prior to a 90-minute Saturday game. Additionally, the academy will feature guest speakers from within the Giants organization and from Major League Baseball who will impart their wisdom about the business and game of baseball. For more information and to register, click the link below.

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### Programming at Union Square in 2025

Union Square Plaza (333 Post Street) is your 2025 destination for fun, free outdoor programming. There's something happening every day through October 20. See the weekly schedule:

    * Mondays: Mahjong and sketching classes
    * Tuesdays: Toddler fun and Blues music
    * Wednesdays: Morning Tai Chi and evening cardio dance for wellness
    * Thursdays: Live indie music and Crafternoons
    * Fridays: Dance parties (salsa, swing, tango, and square dancing)
    * Weekends: Juggling, family STEM, and global culture days

For more information, click the link below.

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### Member, Staff & Volunteer Show at Harvey Milk Photo Center through October 4

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(50 Scott Street) Member, Staff, and Volunteer Show, which is on display through October 4. The exhibit showcases the best work from the center's darkrooms and digital lab, highlighting each photographer's top piece across a wide, dynamic range of subjects. For more information, click the link below.

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### Mission Rec Rebels Girls Basketball Tryouts Begin August 27

The
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is holding tryouts for its storied program. Tryouts begin on Wednesday, August 27 for grades 4 to 8 with following dates on August 29, September 2 and 4. All tryouts take place at
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### Activity & Class Schedule for Civic Center Plazas

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and surrounding Civic Center area.

>From the
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### Adaptive Bike Program in Golden Gate Park on Saturdays

San Francisco's free Adaptive Bike Program is back in Golden Gate Park.

In partnership with BORP, the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) and the Metropolitan Transportation Commission, we're providing free adaptive bikes for use on a first come, first served basis in the park on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. during the summer and fall months.

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(75 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive) and next to the accessible parking lot.

For more information, contact BORP Cycling Center at (510) 848-2930 or email sfcycling at borp.org (mailto:sfcycling at borp.org).

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### Explore Science, Animals & Art at the Randall Museum This August

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(199 Museum Way) invites families to engage in hands-on fun every Saturday this August. Start the morning with Saturday Science from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., where kids and caregivers can explore simple science through interactive projects.

Next is Meet the Animals at 11:30 a.m., where visitors of all ages can get up close with snakes, tarantulas, and other native wildlife in the museum's live animal exhibit.

In the afternoon, drop in for Afternoon Art from 1 to 4 p.m. to create family-friendly crafts guided by museum art instructors.

For more information, click the link below.

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### Drop-In Wheelchair Basketball at Glen Canyon Park Recreation Center

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(70 Elk Street) is hosting a free drop-in wheelchair basketball session every Saturday from 3 to 6 p.m. in partnership with BORP Adaptive Sports and Recreation. All ages are welcome. You don't have to have a mobility disability to participate, but you must be able to maneuver a wheelchair. Wheelchairs are available for participants at least 5 feet tall. Let's hoop!

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### Sundays at the Beach at Sunset Dunes: Mat Yoga on August 24

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for its Sundays at the Beach programming. These free activities, from mat yoga to live music, will be hosted four times a month. The next program will be Mat Yoga on Sunday, August 24 from noon to 1 p.m. at Sunset Dunes and Judah Street. For more information, click the link below.

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### Library on the JFK Promenade Every Monday

The San Francisco Public Library invites you to visit the Bookmobile at the JFK Promenade. Every Monday through September 29, you can find the library on wheels at the corner of
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### Movie Night at Glen Canyon Park Recreation Center on August 26

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### Glen Park Rec Short Film Festival Accepting Entries, Deadline August 31

Rec and Park is accepting submissions for its free Glen Park Rec Short Film Festival, which will take place at the
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(70 Elk Street) on Friday, October 10 at 6 p.m. The deadline for submissions is Sunday, August 31 at 11:59 p.m. To submit your film or for additional information, email conor.casey at sfgov.org (mailto:conor.casey at sfgov.org).

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### SPARK SF Public Schools Launches Campaign to Boost Student Attendance

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comes from SFGovTV and highlights this launch.

In the 2024-25 school year alone, SFUSD students lost an estimated 4.4 million hours of learning and SFUSD lost over $60 million in state funding due to student absences. A return to pre-pandemic attendance levels could restore close to 1.5 million hours of learning and $18 million of state funding annually for San Francisco public schools.

The campaign will roll out across multiple channels throughout the fall, with participation from city agencies, local leaders, and partners across every neighborhood. To learn more about the campaign and how to get involved, click the link below.

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