Rec & Park eNews - October 29, 2025

Wed Oct 29 21:33:45 PDT 2025

Your weekly scoop on San Francisco parks

###  Highlights, News & Announcements

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# Removal of PG&E Tower Marks Milestone in India Basin Waterfront Park Project

Rec and Park is proud to share the
successful removal (https://t.e2ma.net/click/06ru6j/wfcl20hc/kyafjv)
of a Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) transition tower from the future site of
India Basin Waterfront Park (https://t.e2ma.net/click/06ru6j/wfcl20hc/0qbfjv), marking a major step in transforming the Bayview-Hunters Point shoreline into a vibrant public open space.

The 2.3-acre parcel where the 60-foot steel tower once stood will be transformed into an inviting gateway to the 10-acre waterfront park. The removal expands usable open space and enhances community access to the shoreline.

Once a stark reminder of the area's industrial past, the tower has been relocated to another site further from the park. Its removal represents meaningful progress toward environmental healing, equity, and a decades-long vision for a healthy, inclusive, and connected waterfront.

The tower's removal is the result of a unique partnership between Rec and Park and PG&E, united by a shared commitment to environmental stewardship and community equity. Learn more at the link below.

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# Bernal Heights Playground Reopening Celebration on November 3

Join us for the reopening of Bernal Heights Playground (500 Moultrie Street) on Monday, November 3 from 4 to 5 p.m. The event will feature brief remarks, a ribbon-cutting, and community fun.

The design, shaped by community input, features all-new play equipment and important accessibility improvements. This will be a fun and exciting space for the Bernal Heights community that will offer a variety of play opportunities for youth of all ages and abilities. For more information about the project, click the link below.

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### Transverse Drive Improvements Scheduled for November 6, 7 & 10

Rec and Park is making improvements to Transverse Drive between John F. Kennedy Drive and Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. The project includes:

  * Fresh pavement (completed in mid-October)
  * New road striping scheduled for November 6, 7, and 10
  * A dedicated northbound bike lane replacing the old shared lane, connecting the JFK Promenade to MLK Drive
  * Painted bulb-outs at Middle Drive to improve safety

Once striping is complete, the protected two-way bikeway between Overlook Drive and the JFK Promenade will also be reinstalled. All existing parking will remain.

If a road closure is needed during striping, one lane will stay open for two-way traffic between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. Bicyclists are welcome to use the full drive lane alongside vehicles during this time.

#  Crocker Amazon Baseball & Softball Fields Community Meeting November 12

Come out for a community meeting on the
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at the June Jordan High School auditorium (325 La Grande Avenue) on Wednesday, November 12 from 6 to 8 p.m.

Rec and Park, in partnership with the San Francisco Giants, will share plans to upgrade six diamonds with lighting, batting cages, expanded parking, improved dog play areas, a new restroom, a central plaza, and better paths, irrigation, and park furnishings.

For translation or accessibility requests, contact Pete Moore at pete.j.moore at sfgov.org (mailto:pete.j.moore at sfgov.org) or (415) 496-6204 at least 72 hours in advance. For more information, click the link below.

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### 5th Annual Great Hauntway Brings Spooky Sights to Sunset Dunes

Thank you to everyone who braved the weather to bring the Halloween spirit to the 5th Annual Great Hauntway. Families turned out for trick-or-treating, arts and crafts, live music, and more at this spooky tradition--the first since the space was transformed into Sunset Dunes Park. We look forward to seeing everyone next year! Learn more about programming and events at Sunset Dunes at the link below.

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# Scaregrove: Boo! on the Bayou Brings Spooky Fun to Stern Grove

San Francisco turned out for a frightfully fun evening at Scaregrove, where Stern Grove became a Halloween haunt filled with carnival rides, spooky crafts, live entertainment, and clever costumes. Thanks to our amazing Rec and Park staff and volunteers for conjuring up another spooktacular celebration that brought the community together for a little Boo! on the Bayou.

### Additional Highlights, News & Announcements

  *
San Francisco’s Commission Streamlining Task Force Meeting (https://t.e2ma.net/click/06ru6j/wfcl20hc/ohgfjv)
at City Hall (1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place) on Wednesday, November 5 at 1 p.m.
  *
Coyote Pupping Season in our Parks (https://t.e2ma.net/click/06ru6j/wfcl20hc/49gfjv): How to Coexist with our Natural Neighbors

### Upcoming Events

#  Tiny Tots Trick-or-Treat at Palega Recreation Center on October 30

Bring your tots for trick-or-treat fun at Palega Recreation Center (500 Felton Street) on Thursday, October 30 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Dress up your little ones (ages 3 and under) and celebrate Halloween with a morning filled with toys, coloring, and more. For more information, contact the center at (415) 831-6828.

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### Illuminate Live Concerts in our Parks

Join us for free concerts with
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in Golden Gate Park and Fulton Plaza. See upcoming shows below, including the finale for the Civic Center Soundtrack:

Fulton Plaza (https://t.e2ma.net/click/06ru6j/wfcl20hc/gnjfjv)
(Fulton Street between Larkin and Hyde streets)

    * October 30 | 3-6 p.m. - Cid, Manos Lindas, and No Country

Golden Gate Bandshell (https://t.e2ma.net/click/06ru6j/wfcl20hc/wfkfjv)
(75 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive)

    * October 31 | 4:30-7 p.m. - Halloween Friday Happy Hour featuring Katdelic
    * November 1 | noon-4 p.m. - Mediterranean Day featuring Alaturca Connection & Lars & In Charge
    * November 2 | 4:20-7:30 p.m. - Reggae Sunday featuring DJ Guid8nce, DJ Sep, Irie Dole, & Jah Mikey One
    * November 5 | 4-7 p.m. - Market to Bandshell Singer/Songwriter Wednesday featuring Irish Newsboys, Jawgor, & Jenny Haniver

For the full concert schedule, click the link below.

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### Halloween Storytime at Francisco Park on October 31

Join the Francisco Park Conservancy for a spooky Halloween storytime on the park's (Bay and Larkin streets) main lawn on Friday, October 31 from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Bring your little ones along with a blanket and a snack. For more information, click the link below.

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# Halloween Parade & Party at St. Mary's Rec Center on October 31

Head to St. Mary's Recreation Center (95 Justin Drive) for a fun-filled Halloween parade and party on Friday, October 31 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Come in costume and enjoy a spooktacular morning of Halloween fun! Call the center at (415) 695-5006 for more information.

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# Movies in McCoppin Square: "Coco" on October 31

Join the People of Parkside Sunset for free movie nights in McCoppin Square (Taraval Street and 23rd Avenue) this October. The finale takes place on Friday, October 31 starting at 5:30 p.m. with "Coco." There will be free food, popcorn and family fun! For more information, click the link below.

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### Garden Resource Day at HuntersPointSF on November 1

Join us for Garden Resource Day on Saturday, November 1 at HuntersPointSF (155 Jennings Street) with pre-registration required to attend. Adults may register for one time slot at 10 a.m., 11 a.m. or noon; youth sign in on-site.
Register for a time slot at this link (https://t.e2ma.net/click/06ru6j/wfcl20hc/4dofjv).

Compost is limited to two buckets per registered adult. For more information, click the link below.

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### Garden Weed Workshop at Alemany Farm on November 1

Join the Friends of Alemany Farm (700 Alemany Boulevard) for a garden weed workshop on Saturday, November 1 from 10 a.m. to noon. What is a weed, and how can you identify and manage them in your garden? Learn why some plants thrive despite climate, competition, and control efforts, and explore safe, non-toxic ways to manage weeds in Bay Area gardens. For more information and to register, click the link below.

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### West Coast Roux at the India Basin Food Pavilion in November

Join En2Action for its pop-up series at the India Basin Waterfront Park Food Pavilion (900 Innes Avenue), held on the weekends from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Chef Tara of West Coast Roux joins as the resident chef for November. Founded five years ago in Bayview-Hunters Point by Chef Tara, her mother, and her sister, West Coast Roux brings the heart of Southern comfort cuisine to the community. Enjoy favorites such as braised oxtails, Cajun pork sandwiches, and the chef's signature boudin sausage sandwich. Learn more at the link below.

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### Soil Stewardship Workshop Series at Alemany Farm November 2 & 9

Join the Friends of Alemany Farm (700 Alemany Boulevard) for a two-part Soil Stewardship Workshop Series.

The first, Foundations of Soil Science, takes place on Sunday, November 2 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and covers the basics of soil science, including physical, biological, and chemical properties that affect soil health.

Part two, Land-Based Soil Health Stewardship, follows on Sunday, November 9 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and focuses on practical ways to work with your soil microbiome and improve soil health through hands-on activities like planting cover crops. For more information and to register, click the link below.

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### Back to the Plaza 2 Halloween Skate Jam at UN Skate Plaza on November 2

Head to UN Skate Plaza (1140 Market Street) for the Back to the Plaza 2 Halloween Skate Jam on Sunday, November 2 from noon to 4 p.m. Compete in this all-ages skate jam and competition or come out to see skate contests such as the best one minute run, a heat run over a skeleton skate feature, and longest manual. There will also be an art booth, fingerboards, a costume contest,
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team, and more. For more information, click the link below.

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### Additional Upcoming Events

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Tennis Community Social Doubles (https://t.e2ma.net/click/06ru6j/wfcl20hc/8wtfjv)
at the Goldman Tennis Center (Nancy Pelosi & Bowling Green drives) on Friday, November 7 from 6 to 8 p.m.
  *
India Basin Art Market (https://t.e2ma.net/click/06ru6j/wfcl20hc/opufjv)at India Basin Waterfront Park (900 Innes Avenue) on Saturday, November 8 from noon to 6 p.m.
  *
5th Annual Bruce Ettinger Bottle Yacht Regatta (https://t.e2ma.net/click/06ru6j/wfcl20hc/4hvfjv)
at Spreckels Lake (36th Avenue & Spreckels Lake Drive) in Golden Gate Park on Sunday, November 9 at 1 p.m.

### Regular Programming & Series

### Individual Registration Open for Junior Warriors Basketball League

Individual registration for Junior Warriors is now open! This basketball program provides boys and girls, grades K to 8, with opportunities to learn the fundamentals of the game in a team environment, emphasizing sportsmanship, collaboration, and hard work. League play begins January 6, 2026, and runs through February 28, 2026. For more information and to register, click the link below.

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### Harvey Milk Holiday Craft Fair on December 14, Vendor Deadline November 1

The Harvey Milk Center for the Arts (50 Scott Street) is hosting its annual holiday craft fair on Sunday, December 14 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will include numerous local artists offering their unique handmade holiday gifts for sale to the public.

Interested in being a vendor for this beloved community event? Email HMCAevents at sfgov.org (mailto:HMCAevents at sfgov.org) or call (415) 554-8742. Applications are due by Saturday, November 1. For more information, click the link below.

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### SF Youth Baseball League Registration Begins on November 5 for 2026 Season

It's not too early to think about the 2026 San Francisco Youth Baseball League (SFYBL) season! Independent teams and individual registration for those returning to their 2025 Mustang, Bronco, Pony or girls softball teams begin on Wednesday, November 5 at 10 a.m.

New Rec and Park players and those who have aged up to Bronco and Pony can register on Wednesday, November 12 at 10 a.m. For more information and to register, click the link below.

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### Girls Hoop Summit at Hamilton Recreation Center on November 15

Get ready for the Girls Play Sports Hoop Summit at Hamilton Recreation Center (1900 Geary Boulevard) on Saturday, November 15 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event is for girls ages 6 to 12, and will feature drills, pickup games and a special guest speaker. For more information and to register, click the link below.

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### Additional Programming & Series

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Daily activities and classes at the Civic Center Plazas (https://t.e2ma.net/click/06ru6j/wfcl20hc/cgzfjv)
  *
Mobile Rec (https://t.e2ma.net/click/06ru6j/wfcl20hc/s8zfjv)
at Rochambeau Playground (238 25th Avenue) on Saturday, November 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  *
Weekend programming (https://t.e2ma.net/click/06ru6j/wfcl20hc/800fjv)
at the Randall Museum (199 Museum Way)
  *
Drop-In Saturday Wheelchair Basketball (https://t.e2ma.net/click/06ru6j/wfcl20hc/ot1fjv)
at Glen Canyon Park Recreation Center (70 Elk Street) from 3 to 6 p.m.
  *
Chair Yoga (https://t.e2ma.net/click/06ru6j/wfcl20hc/4l2fjv)
at Sunset Dunes & Irving Street on Sunday, November 2 from 2 to 3 p.m.
  *
Bay Sox Girls Baseball Clinic (https://t.e2ma.net/click/06ru6j/wfcl20hc/ke3fjv)
at Moscone Recreation Center (1800 Chestnut Street) on November 8 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

###  Video of the Week

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### Women's Professional Baseball Coming to San Francisco in 2026

Earlier this month, it was announced that New York, Boston, Los Angeles, and San Francisco will host the first four teams in the new
Women’s Pro Baseball League (https://t.e2ma.net/click/06ru6j/wfcl20hc/gz4fjv)
(WPBL), set to debut in spring 2026.

The
Video of the Week (https://t.e2ma.net/click/06ru6j/wfcl20hc/wr5fjv), from KRON4, highlights the announcement and includes Rec and Park's Rachelle "Rocky" Henley (pictured second from left), a former Colorado Silver Bullets standout and co-founder of the San Francisco Bay Sox Girls Baseball Program. Hear from Rocky on the significance of this milestone for girls' sports and San Francisco's new women's baseball team. Learn more about the program at the link below.

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