ABRAHAM LINCOLN H.S. CAR SHOW

The Abraham Lincoln High School Alumni Association will be hosting its seventh annual car show on Saturday, Sept. 30, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., at the parking lot on 22nd Avenue between Quintara and Rivera streets. Free admission for spectators Food and vendors on site. Information and registration: lincolnalumni.com/car-show.

BOOK RELEASE PARTY FOR ‘GOLDEN GATE GARDENING’

Celebrate the fourth edition (30th anniversary) of this classic and delightfully helpful book for gardeners in our region at a party on September 23, 2-4 p.m., at the Garden for the Environment, Seventh Avenue at Lawton Street. There will be light refreshments and a free raffle of three copies of the book. The author, Pam Peirce, will sign copies purchased. For more information, see gardenfortheenvironment.org.

BRIDGE LESSONS

All levels of bridge players are welcome. Beginners: Fridays, Sept. 15 through Nov. 17. Intermediate: Wednesdays, Sept. 13 through Nov. 15. Each series costs $100; the first lesson is free. Each lesson runs from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Lessons held in a facility on Brotherhood Way. For experienced players, open game Wednesdays starts at noon. For more info., email Tom at tjsbridge@gmail.com.

THE CHILDREN’S BOOK PROJECT

The Children’s Book Project is a San Francisco-based nonprofit that provides free books for children and youth living in economically vulnerable communities to help improve literacy and close the achievement gap. You can help create equitable access to books by donating new or gently used books that your children have outgrown. If you have good condition books to donate, our Book Bank is open by appointment at 2166 Palou St., or find a local book drop at childrensbookproject.org. 

COMMENTARIES AND LETTERS

From the editor:  All commentaries we publish are the opinions of the writers and should not be considered our editorial stances on issues. We strive to remain neutral and offer a balance of viewpoints. We invite readers who wish to express their opinions to send a letter to the editor to Editor@RichmondSunsetNews.com. Word limit for the newspaper is 350, for the website, 500. RichmondSunsetNews.com.

CONCERT OF HOPE

Free concert to raise awareness for myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome. West Portal Lutheran Church, 200 Sloat Blvd., Sunday, Sept. 24, 3 p.m., Free admission, reception to follow. For more information, email amykaomusic@gmail.com.

CONGRATULATIONS PELONEROS

Congratulations to the Peloneros for tying the knot and remaining humble! Wishing you two a lifetime of love and stiff martinis. Love Ryan, Aviva and Mona.

DRAMA WITH FRIENDS

Drama With Friends is a free ZOOM THEATRE. Want to act? Join a troupe of older actors looking to expand our acting pool. We present short plays by local playwrights every third Monday night of the month followed by a Q&A with the playwright. Prospective actors need to set aside time for two or three one-hour rehearsals a month. Want to join the audience? You’re welcome too. Check out the Community Living Campaign for further information (sfcommunityliving.org/event/dwf) or write judygoddess@gmail.com. 

FALL EQUINOX INNER SUNSET ART WALK 

Let’s celebrate FALL EQUINOX while supporting and enjoying local art and businesses! Join your neighbors and friends on an art walk celebrating the season, local art and the Inner Sunset community. Participating galleries and businesses will offer something to sip and/or special seasonal promotions to take advantage of and enjoy while you shop and connect with neighbors. RSVP to get updates and a link to the Google map of participating businesses. If you prefer a paper map, you can pick one up at any of the participating businesses. Irivng Street, between Sixth and 17th avenues. Friday, Sept. 22, 5-8 p.m. Free with RSVP. Learn more and RSVP at huntandgathersf.com/fall-equinox-inner-sunset-art-walk/. 

FELTON TECH SQUAD

Felton’s Tech Squad is providing free basic tech support for older adults and people with disabilities. Ask questions regarding how to navigate your smartphone, tablet or laptop. One-on-one session in English. Friday, Sept. 22, 1:30-3 p.m. at the Ortega Library, 3223 Ortega St. Drop-in for one-on-one session in English. For more information, call 415-474-1558 or email techsquad@felton.org.

FLOWER PIANO

Flower Piano will again transform the San Francisco Botanical Garden in Golden gate Park into the City’s own alfresco concert hall in September where everyone is invited to play and listen. Participants are invited to explore the Botanical Garden’s global living plant collections as they seek out the 12 pianos spread out across the 55-acre living museum. At each of the pianos, there will be scheduled professional and community partner performances as well as ample open play time for anyone to sit down and play — reflecting a range of genres, ages and cultures. Spontaneous community music-making around the pianos during unscheduled times are often cited as favorite moments among Flower Piano attendees. Complete program and ticket links can be found at sfbg.org/flowerpiano.

FREE ADAPTIVE BIKE PROGRAM

Serving people with disabilities in SF parks, the free Adaptive Bike Program is presented by a partnership between SF Rec. and Park, Bay Area Outreach and Recreation Program (BORP) and SF Municipal Transportation Agency. Ride an adaptive bike in two lovely locations either in Golden Gate Park (every first and third Saturday) or on The Great Highway (every second and fourth Saturday). Reservations are required (limited availability on some bikes). To reserve a bike, contact BORP Cycling Center at 510-848-2930 or e-mail at cycling@borp.org by 5 p.m. on the Thursday before the event.

FREE EVENTS AT THE SF PUBLIC LIBRARY, RICHMOND BRANCH

351 NINTH AVE., 415-355-5600

CHILDREN/FAMILY PROGRAMS: 

“Storytime.” Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 11-11:30 a.m.  

“Activity: Lego Free Play.” Build skyscrapers, forts, castles or whatever your imagination desires with LEGO. For ages 5 and older. Sept. 13, 3-4 p.m. 

TEEN PROGRAM:  

“Activity: Plant Identification.” Make your own field guide. Bring your cell phone and learn how to identify plants and animals using a field identification app. Discover all the flora and fauna right outside of the Richmond branch library. For ages 13—18. Thursday, Sept. 14, 4-5 p.m. 

ADULT PROGRAMS: 

“Breath meditation with Don Narin.” Guided meditation for calming and stress release. Every Thursday, 11-11:30 a.m.  

“Gentle Yoga with Don Narin.” Yoga anyone can do. Bring your own mat or use a library chair. Every Thursday, 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 

“Tutorial: Drop-In Tech Support for Older Adults with the Felton Institute Tech Squad.” Get one-on-one help with your phone or tablet, searching the Internet, setting up an email account and other basic computer tasks. Cantonese-speaking Tech Squad members are available to assist. 

“Author: Gao Lu Yi.” Talk in Chinese. Sunday, Sept. 3, 2-4 p.m. 

“Read Together, Silent Book Club.” Bring any book (fiction or nonfiction) for a period of silent reading followed by a discussion when you share what you are reading with others. The club meets every other Wednesday, Sept. 6 and 20, 3-5 p.m.  

“Performance: Classical Tea Ceremony with Traditional Garments.” Experience a Chinese tea ceremony, traditional dances and traditional Chinese costumes in a performance by the Dasen American Academy. This program is a partnership with the Dasen American Academy. Space is limited. Reservations required: 415-355-5600. Saturday, Sept. 16, 2-3 p.m. 

“Workshop: Westside Affordable Housing Richmond and Sunset.” This workshop offers affordable housing resources and educational information in Sunset and Richmond districts. You will learn how to apply for affordable housing, who qualify for affordable housing, how many units will be built in the community and why it matters to Richmond and Sunset residents. In English and Cantonese. English session 1-2:30 p.m. Cantonese session 3-4:30 p.m. For reservations, call 415-355-5600. Saturday, Sept. 23, 1-4:30 p.m. 

“Gardening: All About Herbs and Edible Flowers.” Discover or renew a passion for growing herbs. Learn the basics of growing, harvesting and using culinary herbs and edible flowers from two local master gardeners. Propagate your plants from seeds, cuttings, transplants and divisions. Maintain your plants with sustainable methods and harvest your herbs to use them fresh or preserve them for future use. Presented by UCCE Master Gardeners Kathy Fleming and Cindi Morris. Saturday, Sept. 30, 1-2:30 p.m. 

PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES:  

“Workshop: Chinese Calligraphy.” Learn the art of Chinese calligraphy in celebration of the Autumn Moon Festival. Whether you’re a beginner or have experience, you will learn how to hold the brush, master basic strokes, and create calligraphic artwork. Space is limited. Reservations required: 415-355-5638. Saturday, Sept. 2, 4-5:30 p.m. 

“Refuse Refuse : Neighborhood cleanup and storytime.” Led by community member Vince Yuen, meet at the 10th Avenue door of the Richmond Library to help with neighborhood clean up. Monthly. Sept. 9, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY  

Happy September birthday to Mariamane Akopyan, Peg Anderson, Julien Calfayan, Cody Davis, Mimi and Zozo D., Wendy Durand, Gary E., Harry Fong, Philip Liborio Gangi, Kelvin Gee, Taylor Gee, Carolyn Glaser, David Heller, Lawrence Helman, Steven Hom, Paula Karolak, Sue Kolb, Hailey Jade Kozakiewicz, Lillian Lippold, Nicole Meldahl, Thea Mazzalai Nguyen, Danny Saiz, triplets Caroline, Daniel and Max Salvatore, Edith Salvatore, Hannah Schmidt, Rick Sill, Joey Villanueva, Pandora Wong and Cliff Yee. To add a name to the monthly birthday list, email Editor@RichmondSunsetNews.com. Free. 

INNER SUNSET 2023 FREE FIX-IT FAIR WEEKEND

We’ll try to fix anything — except electronics and relations — for free. Yes, for free. No hidden charges, no fees, no gobbledegook. Bring your wobbly, chipped, loose, broken, frayed, splintered, torn, cracked or severed item. If we can’t fix it, we’ll give you twice your money back. Please bring repair supplies, if possible. 502 Irving at Sixth Ave., Sept. 23 and 24, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (last item taken in at 3 p.m.) Volunteers welcome: please call Barbara: 415-246-4748, or email barbara@barbara.com.

MEET THE EDITOR OF THE RICHMOND REVIEW

Meet the editor of the Richmond Review: You are invited to meet with Michael Durand, editor and publisher of the Richmond Review and Sunset Beacon newspapers and the RichmondSunsetNews.com website. Bring your story ideas, feedback, suggestions, questions, announcement items and advertising inquiries. We are also welcoming new writers and photographers interested in contributing stories and photos. Normally, the Meet the Editor session is at the One Richmond storefront, 802 Clement St., every second Wednesday of the month, 1-2:30 p.m. This month, meet Michael Durand at the Richmond District Autumn Moon Festival on Sept. 9. For more information, call 415-706-6428 or email Editor@RichmondSunsetNews.com. Scheduled appointments not necessary but appreciated. 

ONLINE-ONLY CONTENT

Visit our website, to find features that you can’t find in the newspaper. We recently uploaded three albums of Outside Lands 2023 photos. Look for “Cooking Together,” by Shanta Nimbark Sacharoff, “Overtures and Undertows,” a column by Noma Faingold, a talented writer and longtime contributor to the Richmond Review and Sunset Beacon newspapers. Business features include “Business Profile” by John Oppenheimer and “A Shot of Salvation” by Deno Gellepes. Check out the recent “Photos of the Month” gallery. RichmondSunsetNews.com.

OUTER SUNSET FARMERS MARKET AND MERCANTILE

Join us every Sunday at the Outer Sunset Farmers Market and Mercantile, where you can find fresh produce from local farmers and ranchers, enjoy delicious dishes from Outer Sunset eateries and discover unique finds from local makers and artisans. Every Sunday, find a revolving series of live performers, engaging activities and exhibitions at the ArtShip and fun zone! Our farmers market accepts WIC, EBT and Market Match! 37th Avenue at Ortega Street, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Go to sunsetmercantilesf.com or call 415-465-2475 for more details. 

PENNY PITCH FUNDRAISER

Prior to the pandemic, NOISE hosted a fundraiser for KFJC, a great non-profit radio station. NOISE will be hosting a Penny Pitch fundraiser for the station. KFJC will be broadcasting LIVE from NOISE 1-6 p.m. – a different DJ each hour! 1 p.m. Good Karma, 2 p.m. Spliff Skankn’, 3 p.m. Cadillac Margarita, 4 p.m. Maybelline, 5 p.m. Captain Jack. They will have snacks, drinks and merch (they have the coolest T-shirts!). They collect pocket change to help fund the radio station. Saturday, Sept. 9, 1-6 p.m. NOISE, 3427 Balboa St. For more information, call 415-702-6006.  Instagram:  @kfjc897fm, NOISE @noisesanfrancisco.

‘PHOTOS OF THE MONTH’ GALLERY ONLINE

Photographers are invited to submit three of their best photos for consideration to be published in the “Photos of the Month” gallery on RichmondSunsetNews.com. The website averages 20,000 views per month. Please submit photos as jpegs, 150 dpi, six inches wide. If you don’t know how to size your photos, we can help. Please submit on the 15th of each month. For more information, email Editor@RichmondSunsetNews.com or call 415-706-6428.

REFUSE REFUSE CLEANUPS

Cleanups in the Richmond District:

Friday, Sept. 1, 8–9 a.m., Morning Coffee Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/513212/.

Friday, Sept. 1, 3:30–5 p.m., Clement Street Happy Hour Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/437706/.

Saturday, Sept. 2, 10–11:30 a.m., KEEP Ocean Beach Clean, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/399341/.

Thursday, Sept. 7, 10:30 a.m.–noon, SF Village Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/413075/.

Thursday, Sept. 7, 3:30–4:30 p.m., One Richmond Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/528372/.

Saturday, Sept. 9, 10–11:30 a.m., KEEP Ocean Beach Clean, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/399341/.

Tuesday, Sept. 12, 3:30–4:30 p.m., Richmond Library Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/553131/.

Friday, Sept. 15, 4–5:30 p.m., Outer Richmond Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/450069/.

Saturday, Sept. 16, 9–11 a.m., Lone Mountain Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/563439/

Saturday, Sept. 16, 10–11:30 a.m. – KEEP Ocean Beach Clean – mobilize.us/togethersf/event/399341/.

Sunday, Sept .17, 11 a.m.–1 p.m., Baker Beach Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/560617/.

Saturday, Sept. 23, 10–11:30 a.m., KEEP Ocean Beach Clean, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/399341/.

Saturday, Sept. 30, 10 a.m.–noon, Richmond District Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/441884/.

Saturday, Sept. 30, 10–11:30 a.m., KEEP Ocean Beach Clean, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/399341/.

REFUSE REFUSE CLEANUPS

Cleanups in the Sunset District: 

Sunday, Sept. 10, 1–3 p.m., Great Highway Park Cleanup , mobilize.us/togethersf/event/448138/.

Saturday, Sept. 23, 10 a.m.–noon, Central Sunset Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/546732/.

REMEDY FEELIN’

We are Remedy Feelin’. We are a Richmond District, rock ‘n’ roll group playing original tunes. This group is new, but we have all been in dozens of bands over the past 20+ years. It ain’t our first rodeo. We are all around 40, playing original rock ‘n’ roll, most influenced by Rolling Stones, Ramones, David Bowie and the blues. Something that is everywhere on the radio but missing from the streets and the bars in 2023. We are all prideful SF residents who embody the true spirit of San Francisco and rock ‘n’ roll. We are working class, union members, mixed-race families, who stand up for the underdog. Our blood, sweat and tears are on these streets – and our stickers are in these dive bars. Learn more: music – remedyfeelin.bandcamp.com/album/demo-2022, website – remedyfeelin.blogspot.com/, IG – instagram.com/remedyfeelin/, review – maximumrocknroll.com/band/remedy-feelin/. Our next free show: Sept. 30, 8 p.m., Winter’s Tavern (21+), 1522 Francisco Blvd., Pacifica.

RICHMOND DISTRICT AUTUMN MOON FESTIVAL

Join your neighbors and friends at the seventh annual Autumn Moon Festival and enjoy live performances, API market stalls, traditional arts and crafts and even a bunny contest! Clement Street, between Seventh and 10th avenues, Saturday, Sept. 9, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Learn more at onerichmondsf.com/richmond-district-autumn-moon-festival.

SECONDHAND SATURDAYS

Come check out Secondhand Saturdays and celebrate all things vintage, antique and secondhand. Presented by Sunset Mercantile every third Saturday of the month at Ortega Street and 37th Avenue, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Shop local from more than 50 vintage vendors, makers and artisans that are some of the Bay Area’s best. Enjoy live music, family friendly activities, food trucks, rotating monthly features and more! Visit sunsetmercantilesf.com/secondhand/ for more information.

SUNSET NIGHT MARKET

Come eat, drink, shop, play, connect and be local at the first-ever Sunset Night Market featuring delicious food, local art, “Taste of Irving” food tours (tix on Eventbrite), live music on three stages, dance performances and a dance party at 8:30 p.m. at 21st Avenue. Enjoy exciting games with prizes and fun activities for ALL ages in celebration of our vibrant and culturally rich Sunset District, all surrounded by the unique shops and eateries of Irving Street. Festivities kick off at 5 p.m. at the 23rd Avenue stage with inspiring words from SF Mayor London Breed and District 4 Supervisor Joel Engardio, as well as a cooking demo from Chef Martin Yan. Fundraiser/paid parking available nearby at Jefferson Elementary. This is a non-smoking event. Irving Street from 20th to 23rd avenues. Friday, Sept. 15, 5-10 p.m. Learn more sunsetmercantilesf.com.

SENIOR NEEDS A HOME

Senior lady, quiet, with references, needs a place to live at a private residence in the west area of San Francisco. Having arthritis, she avoids flights of steps and hills. Uses public transportation. Call 415-561-9275 if you or someone you know can provide her a home. 

STAMP COLLECTOR AND STAMP COLLECTIONS

Stamp collector is buying stamps and stamp collections. I am buying “older stamps” from the 1800s to 1930. American Philatelic Society member since 1986. Pictures are appreciated. Call or text message 415-533-0761.

THANK YOU!

Sincere thanks to the Richmond Review, Sunset Beacon and RichmondSunsetNews.com readers who generously donated to the Nourish Your Neighborhood Newspaper campaign. Your contribution helped keep us financially healthy. If you donated before we started our Patreon campaign and would like some of our branded products (tote bag, pens, coffee mug, hat or shirt), please send an email to Editor@RichmondSunsetNews.com. We would also like to share just your name in the paper to thank you. Please let us know if that is OK. To donate, please visit our website to sign up for our Patreon campaign, send a check to: Durand Productions, P.O. Box 16035, SF, CA, 94116 or send via PayPal to Editor@RichmondSunsetNews.com. Thank you!

WORLD ARTS DANCE FESTIVAL

World Arts West Dance Festival returns to the Presidio as part of the Presidio Sunday Afternoons series hosted by Partnership for the Presidio. This year’s remarkable lineup of artists will present dances from Mexico, India, Nicaragua, Brazil, West African, Spain and Tahiti, to name a few. Enjoy interactive demos with festival artists. Grab a bite at one of the Presidio pop-up multicultural food trucks. Take the free Presidio GO shuttle and come revel in the power of dance with us!  Presidio Tunnel Tops, Sunday, Sept. 10, 1-4 p.m. For more information, go to eventbrite.com/e/world-arts-west-dance-festival-2023-tickets-679757642407.

WRITING AND EDITING SERVICE

I am a California licensed attorney who is able to help with many of your writing, editing, and proofreading needs. I can assist with reports, proposals, professional applications, books, resumes and cover letters. I have 25 years of government experience and a 12-year human resources and recruiting background. Recently, I edited a manuscript for one author and provide ongoing editorial support to another. I welcome large and small projects. Please do not

hesitate to contact me with questions, concerns or feedback. Email: writerseditors17@gmail.com or call/text 415-407-7328. I look forward to working with you.

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