CAR FOR SALE

2008 VW Beetle for sale. Like-new. Great body, white interior, good black paint, brand new tires from Costco, doesn’t smoke or burn oil, engine runs great, $4,200. Clean title, clean car in SF. 805-455-9520.

CLEMENT STREET ART WALK

Clement Street Art Walk is a monthly community evening event bringing local art to the small businesses on Clement Street. Listen to live music, mingle with your neighbors and enjoy local artists featured at your favorite small businesses while you shop local. Every third Thursday of the month, 5-8 p.m. on Clement Street from Arguello Boulevard to Park Presidio Boulevard (and beyond). Learn more at clementstreetsf.com.

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.

FELTON TECH SQUAD

Felton’s Tech Squad is providing free basic tech support for older adults and people with disabilities in the Richmond District. Ask questions regarding how to navigate your smartphone, tablet or laptop. Drop-in for one-on-one session in English at the Richmond Branch Library (351 Ninth Ave.) on Friday, Dec. 13, 1:30-3 p.m. We are also seeking volunteers who speak English and/or Cantonese. For more information, call 415-474-1558 or email techsquad@felton.org. The Tech Squad is now introducing basic tech classes for older adults and adults with disabilities in Cantonese on Tuesdays 12:30-2 p.m. at the Richmond Senior Center (6221 Geary Blvd., third floor). For more information, call 415- 961-7043 or email sfconnected@felton.org.

FOOD PANTRY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

The Richmond Neighborhood Center is seeking dedicated volunteers to help at our food pantries. Assist us in providing essential support to families in need. Sign up today at richmondsf.org/get-involved/volunteer.

FREE EVENTS AT THE SF PUBLIC LIBRARY, RICHMOND BRANCH

351 NINTH AVE., 415-355-5600

CHILDREN/FAMILY PROGRAMS:

“Storytime: For Babies.” Playtime follows directly after the Storytime. Limited to 46 participants, tickets required. Mondays 11-11:30 a.m.

“Storytime: For Toddlers.” Playtime follows directly after Storytime. Limited to 46 participants, tickets required. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 11-11:30 a.m.

“Workshop: Lego Exoskeletons.” Learn about animals’ exoskeletons (outer skeletons) and then design and build one from Lego for a small stuffed creature. Bring your own toy or we will have ones on hand. For ages 5 and older. Youth under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Tuesday, Dec. 3, 3-4:30 p.m.

“Social: Game Time.” Relax and play board games with family or friends: Connect 4, Scrabble, Chutes and Ladders and more. For children and their families. Sunday, Dec. 8, 2-4:30 p.m.

“Activity: Lego Free Play.” Build skyscrapers, forts, castles or whatever your imagination desires with LEGO. For ages 5 and older. Dec. 10, 3:30-5 p.m.

PROGRAMS FOR TWEENS/TEENS:

“Activity: Crochet Earrings.” Create your own crochet earrings with our librarians. For ages 10–18. Space limited. Reservations required: 415-355-5648. Thursday, Dec. 12, 4-6 p.m.

PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES:

“Presentation: Native Stories and Sounds with Paul Steward.” Listen to the music and tales from Paul Steward, a tribal member of Elem Indian Colony of Pomo Indians of the Sulphur Bank Rancheria. Lecturer of Native American/American Indian Studies for CSU since 2016, Professor Steward specializes in the history of California and the local history and culture of the Bay Area and North Bay. Steward is a tribal member of Elem Indian Colony of Pomo Indians of the Sulphur Bank Rancheria near Clearlake Oaks, California. Raised on the reservation from birth until age 10, he learned his tribal culture from his father and paternal grandparents. Saturday, Dec. 7, 3-3:45 p.m. Search online to learn more about Paul Steward: website, YouTube, Instagram and Facebook.

“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. Every second Tuesday of the month. Tuesday, Dec. 10, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

ADULT PROGRAMS:

“Breath meditation and Gentle Yoga with Don Narin.” Guided meditation for calming and joint stress release with a gentle form of yoga that anyone can do. No movement beyond what is comfortable for you. Very relaxing and calming. Every Thursday, 11 a.m.-noon.

“Tutorial: Tech Savy at 60+.” Learn basics of tablets and iPhones. It is a seven-class series. Please bring your own devices: Apple/Android. The class is taught in Cantonese. Space is limited, please reserve: 415-355-5600. This program is in partnership with Self-Help for the Elderly. Wednesday, Dec. 4 and 18, 1:30-2:15 p.m.

“Workshop: CYC Disaster Preparedness Cycle Training.” Do not let earthquakes catch you off guard. Come to all three disaster preparedness workshops to learn about earthquake preparedness. Attendees who complete all three workshops will receive a free disaster preparedness kit. Register at the reference desk or call 415-355-5600 to attend.

Pre Disaster: How to prepare an emergency supplies kit; During Disaster: How to protect

yourself during an earthquake; Post Disaster: How to recover from the disaster. cycsf.org/program/csop/, Tuesday, Dec 10, 6-7 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. Wednesday, Dec. 11, 3-5 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, Friday, Dec. 13, 1:30-3 p.m.

“Presentation: Learn About and Tour the Richmond Branch Library.” Learn about the history of the Richmond District and the Richmond Branch Library. We will discuss the branch architecture and art and take a 10-minute tour to see all the details of the presentation. Saturday, Dec. 14, 4-5 p.m.

“Activity: DIY Christmas Ornament.” Create a Christmas ornament for your friends or family. Space limited. Reservations required: 415-355-5600. Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2-2:30 p.m.

FREE EVENTS AT THE SF PUBLIC LIBRARY, SUNSET BRANCH

1305 18TH AVE., 415-355-2808, sunmgr@SFPL.org

Tutorial: Tablet/Smartphone Class For Older Adults 60+. Friday, Dec. 20, 1-2:30 p.m. Self-Help for the Elderly’s training program is ideal for those seeking to enhance their technical skills. The program focuses on hands-on training, allowing participants to become proficient in using their smartphones and tablets. Bring your device along and prepare to become an expert!

Device type: iOS and Android. Topic: iCloud and Google Drive:

• The identification of iCloud and Google Drive

• How to upload a file?

• How to manage it?

Space limited. Reservations required: 415-355-2808 (starting Dec. 6).

Tutorial: Book a Librarian. Tuesdays, 11 a.m.-noon. One-on-one information session. Services can include tech questions for iPhone or Android smartphones, internet searching and more. Each session is 30 minutes. Space is limited. Reservations required: 415-355-2808.

Tutorial: Tech Help. Sundays, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Tech coaches are available to help with basic questions about technology, such as computer tasks or how to use your phone or tablet. These interns can help you learn how to attach a file to an email, send photos from your phone and more. This is a drop-in program, first come, first-served.

FREE PUPPIES

Two Akc Reg male and female Yorkie puppies free to a good home. If interested, contact danamorgan189@gmail.com.

GIFTS AT THE GARDEN – HOLIDAY MARKET

Support local and sustainable crafts this year at Gifts at the Garden, a free-to-attend curated market of sustainable, local and fair-trade gifts alongside exclusive Gardens of Golden Gate Park merchandise, books and art. The market will host free activities and a donation-based wrapping station. Proceeds benefit the Gardens of Golden Gate Park. Gardens members can shop two hours early on Saturday, Dec. 14. To beat the crowds and shop the best selection, become a member at gggp.org. Featured programs include Haight Street Art Center, family fun with San Francisco Bay Area Moms, Say Ya! Photo Booth, the Gardens of Golden Gate Park Bookstore and Plant Shop and more. San Francisco County Fair Building, 1199 Ninth Ave.

For more information, call Jamie Chan at 415-661-1316, email jchan@gggp.org or go to gggp.org. Saturday, Dec. 14, noon-5 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 15, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Tickets/registration: gggp.org/event/gifts-at-the-garden/.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

Happy December birthday to Arya, Jarrod B., Livvy and Saffy Basey, Jen Berman, Arlene Bradlyn, Virginia Carr, Derrick Carvajal, Ryan ‘Puddin Pants’ Chan, Helen Curran, Luca “The Bazooka” Dermu, Aaron Ding, Nico Eshel, Justine Fields, Brandon Gee, Sima Grabovsky, Brandon Hom, Kim Hom, Mackenzie Huynh, Colleen Ishida, Maria Jesue, Paul Kozakiewicz, Suzanne Leigh, Mallory Lue, Melissa Ann Lue, Shannon “Spilly” Magnin, Dave Mana, Brittany B. Markert, Bryan Marsh, Leland Monagle, Bob Reinheimer, Laurie Rittman, Austin Rowland, Reid Russell, Boden Snyder, Shay Sosa, Amanda Tran, Marisa Lue Tse, Millie Young, David Wang, Athena Weber, Alan Randall Wong, Allison J. Wong, David Wong and Vikki Wong. To add a name to the monthly birthday list, email Editor@RichmondSunsetNews.com. Free.

HOLIDAYS ON TARAVAL RETURNS

We invite one and all to come and enjoy Holidays on Taraval, a festive celebration featuring People of Parkside Sunset’s annual tree-lighting ceremony, shopping, music and community fun! Join the People of Parkside Sunset, the Sunset Chinese Cultural District and Sunset Mercantile on Friday, Dec. 13, 4-8 p.m. for a very special collaborative celebration of the small businesses, community and culture on and around Taraval Street! Activities include the annual tree lighting at McCoppin Square, performances, art and games along with a pop-up marketplace of local makers, merchants and organizations. Be sure to explore all of the unique shops and restaurants of Taraval as many will be offering exciting in-shop events and specials that day all the way down to Ocean Beach! Learn more at sunsetmercantilesf.com.

“PET PIX”

Send in a photo of your beloved pet to be featured in our “Pet Pix” feature. Send up to three jpegs with your pet’s name to Editor@RichmondSunsetNews.com by the 22nd of the month.

LONG-TERM CARE OMBUDSMAN PROGRAM

The San Francisco Long-Term Care Ombudsman program offers free, confidential support to address issues raised by residents in long-term care facilities and free training opportunities for those interested in becoming volunteer ombudsmen. For details on training or accessing support, call 415-751-9788 or email ombudsman@felton.org.

NEIGHBORS’ NIGHT

You’re invited to Neighbors’ Night! Giving Tuesday, Dec. 3, 5-8pm. Join us for a cozy evening of holiday fun! Enjoy festive activities, warm treats and a special performance by the Richmond Senior Choir. Support our Food Drive for the One Richmond Community Market. Don’t miss the magical holiday lights at The Richmond Neighborhood Center. Learn more at richmondsf.org.

OFFICE FOR LEASE

Prime Inner Richmond location. Approx. 300 SF, Move-in condition! For more info, contact Erston Pearcy at 415-625-0000, x2120 or erston@housingguild.com (DRE #03198768).

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.

“PHOTOS OF THE MONTH” ONLINE GALLERY

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 on the 15th of each month. For more information, email Editor@RichmondSunsetNews.com or call 415-706-6428.

REFUSE REFUSE CLEANUPS

Monday, Dec. 2, 8-9 a.m., Outer Sunset Morning Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/604552/.

Thursday, Dec. 5, 10 a.m.-noon, Fort Miley Cleanup and Workday, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/641163/.

Thursday, Dec. 5, 3:30-4:30 p.m., One Richmond Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/528372/.

Friday, Dec. 6, 8-9 a.m., Morning Coffee Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/513212/.

Friday, Dec. 6, 3:30-5 p.m., Clement Street Happy Hour Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/437706/.

Saturday., Dec. 7, 10-11:30 a.m., KEEP Ocean Beach Clean, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/399341/.

Sunday, Dec. 8, 1-3 p.m., Great Highway Park Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/448138/.

Tuesday, Dec. 10, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Richmond Library Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/553131/.

Wednesday, Dec. 11, 4-5 p.m., Inner Sunset Happy Hour Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/581814/.

Thu, Dec. 12, 10 a.m.-noon, Fort Miley Cleanup and Workday, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/641163/.

Saturday, Dec. 14, 10-11:30 a.m., KEEP Ocean Beach Clean, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/399341/.

Saturday, Dec. 14, 10 a.m.-noon, Central Sunset Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/546732/.

Thursday, Dec. 19, 10 a.m.-noon, Fort Miley Cleanup and Workday, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/641163/.

Thursday, Dec. 19, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Rise and Grind Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/413075/.

Friday, Dec. 20, 2:30-3:30 p.m., Richmond Neighborhood Center Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/743712/.

Saturday, Dec. 21, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Central Richmond Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/613409/.

Saturday, Dec. 21, 10-11:30 a.m., KEEP Ocean Beach Clean, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/399341/.

Saturday, Dec. 28, 10 a.m.-noon, Richmond District Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/441884/.

Saturday, Dec. 28, 10 a.m.–noon, Inner Sunset Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/464169/.

Saturday, Dec. 28, 10-11:30 a.m., KEEP Ocean Beach Clean, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/399341/.

One Richmond Community Market Holiday Food Drive

This holiday season, donate non-perishable food items to support neighbors in need! Your generosity will ensure families will have access to healthy and nutritious food all winter long. Dec. 3-20, place items in the donation bin in front of The Richmond Neighborhood Center, 741 30th Ave. Learn more at onerichmondsf.com/food-drive.

Salvation Army Pinehurst Holiday Festival

Silent Auction, Gifts, Jewelry, Bakery, Homemade piroshkis, holiday decorations, pictures with Santa and Mrs Claus and more. Saturday, Dec. 7, 11 a.m-3 p.m., free. Pinehurst Lodge,

2685 30th Ave. at Wawona Street. For more information, email nevadasissy@yahoo.com.

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.

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 readers who generously donated to the Richmond Review and those who signed up on the Patreon funding campaign. Your contributions helps keep us financially healthy. If you signed up or donated and haven’t received Richmond Review 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 Richmond Review, P.O. Box 16035, SF, CA, 94116 or send via PayPal to Editor@RichmondSunsetNews.com. Thank you!

TRUMPET FOR SALE

Bach Strad trumpet for sale, and cash paid for jazz records. Call 415-665-1792.

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