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

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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, Jan. 10, 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.

“Activity: Lego Free Play.” Build skyscrapers, forts, castles or whatever your imagination desires with LEGO. For ages 5 and older. Tuesday, Jan. 7, 3:30-5 p.m.

PROGRAMS FOR TWEENS/TEENS:

“Workshop: Mini Nicho Folk Art.” Decorate a miniature shadow box reflecting a loved one, pet, memory, dream or aspirations. For Ages 10-18. Space is limited. Reservations required: 415-355-5648. Thursday, Jan. 9, 4-6 p.m.

“T(w)een Winter Read.” Cozy up with a book over winter break and join the best tween and teen winter reading program in the Bay Area. Tag your favorites on Instagram and include #themixatsfpl. For ages 10-18. Ends Jan. 10.

PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES:

“Performance: Kathak Dance with SF Kala Kendra.” Learn about Kathak Dance, one of the eight major forms of Indian classical dance. Participate and learn a few moves from this centuries-old North Indian art form. Saturday, Jan. 4, 3-4 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. Every second Tuesday of the month. Tuesday, Jan. 14, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

“Performance: Lion Dancing with Jing Mo Athletic Association.” Celebrate the Year of the Snake with a Lion Dance performance by Jing Mo Athletic Association. Learn more about the rich heritage of Lunar New Year traditions, see a spectacular martial arts demonstration and touch a piece of lucky lettuce to start your year off right. Saturday, Jan. 25, 11:15-11:45 a.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.

“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. Jan. 8 and 22, 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, Jan. 10, 1:30-3 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. Post disaster: How to recover from the disaster: cycsf.org/program/csop/, Tuesday, Jan. 14, 6-7 p.m.

“Workshop: Chinese Calligraphy.” Celebrate the Year of the Snake with local renowned artist Oscar Zhang and learn the basic skills to write Chinese calligraphy and Chinese Festival Couplets. Space is limited. Reservations required: 415-355-5600 or sign up at the Reference Desk. Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2:30-4 p.m.

FREE WALKING GROUP FOR SENIORS

Join the friendly San Francisco 55+ Neighborhood Walks. These free walks are leisurely, not vigorous, accommodating seniors with various walking abilities. To sign up, go to meetup.com/sf-55-neighborhood-walking-groups/. You can see who else is walking. You are also welcome if you just show up in person. The walks meet weekly, except when it rains and sometimes on holidays – check the Meetup link for the latest updates. The walks vary from one hour to two hours and you can leave at any time.

• Tuesday walks start at noon at Angelina’s Cafe, 6000 California St., at 22nd Avenue in the Richmond District and goes to Lands End and back.

• Friday walks start at 10 a.m. in front of the Forest Hill Club House at 391 Magellan St. and tours that beautiful neighborhood.

• Sunday walks start at 1 p.m. at Java Beach by the Zoo at 2650 Sloat Blvd. in the Outer Sunset and goes along the Upper Great Highway from Sloat Boulevard to Judah Street and back. Dogs are allowed at the Ocean Beach walk.

Every walk is located where there is a public bathroom either at the starting place or on the route.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

Happy January birthday to Rachel Eileen Abbott, Lois Anderson, Kyle Buckley, Jailene Calfayan, Haley Craig, Mark Craig, Chiara Di Martino, Alex and Alice Doliner, Ilze Earner, Benjamin Johnson, Caroline King, Kyle Kisor, Gabrielle Macapinlac, Alexander Mullaney, Phyllis Nabhan, Kiran Nagaraja, Olivia Neel, Renata Ruby Rhodes, Caley Rittman, Sarah Roberts, Natalie Rodier, Linda Shore, Bonnie Sill, Nelly Soncuya, Adriana Sosa, Cesar Tesen, Shirley Yip and Jeremy Wong. To add a name to the monthly birthday list, email Editor@RichmondSunsetNews.com. Free.

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.

MOSTLY BRITISH FILM FESTIVAL

The 17th annual Mostly British Film Festival returns to the Vogue Theatre Feb. 6-13, offering a celebration of British cinema with 26 films, special events and distinguished guest appearances. Highlights include an interview with Hugh Bonneville, the beloved Earl of Grantham from “Downton Abbey,” and a sneak preview of “Paddington in Peru,” the third installment of the popular franchise. The festival also honors Maggie Smith with screenings of “From Time to Time” and “A Room with a View.” Other notable films include “Shoshana,” a romantic thriller by Michael Winterbottom, and “The Penguin Lessons,” starring Steve Coogan. Additional features include “Falling Into Place,” “Swing Bout” and “Made in England,” as well as a special Zoom interview with the director of “Never Look Away.” Tickets are available at mostlybritish.org and the Vogue box office, with series passes, individual tickets and discounted rates for various groups available. For more information, visit mostlybritish.org.

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

Friday, Jan. 3, 8-9 a.m., Morning Coffee Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/513212/.

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

Saturday, Jan. 4, 10-11:30 a.m., KEEP Ocean Beach Clean, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/399341/.

Monday, Jan. 6, 8-9 a.m., Outer Sunset Morning Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/604552/.

Wednesday, Jan. 8, 4-5 p.m., Inner Sunset Happy Hour Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/581814/.

Thursday, Jan. 9, 10 a.m.-noon, Fort Miley Cleanup and Workday, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/641163/.

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

Tuesday, Jan. 14, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Richmond Library Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/553131/.

Thursday, Jan. 16, 10 a.m.-noon, Fort Miley Cleanup and Workday, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/641163/.

Thursday, Jan. 16, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Rise and Grind Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/413075/.

Saturday, Jan. 18, 11 a.m.–1 p.m., Central Richmond Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/613409/.

Saturday, Jan. 18, 10-11:30 a.m., KEEP Ocean Beach Clean, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/399341/.

Thursday, Jan. 23, 10 a.m.-noon, Fort Miley Cleanup and Workday, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/641163/.

Saturday, Jan. 25, 10 a.m.-noon, Richmond District Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/441884/.

Saturday, Jan. 25, 10-11:30 a.m., KEEP Ocean Beach Clean, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/399341/.

Saturday, Jan. 25, 10 a.m.-noon, Inner Sunset Cleanup, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/464169/.

Thursday, Jan. 30, 10 a.m.-noon, Fort Miley Cleanup and Workday, mobilize.us/togethersf/event/641163/.

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.

SUNSET MERCANTILE’S EMPORIUM

Sunset Mercantile’s first brick and mortar location is an incubating platform for local merchants and makers. Located in the heart of the Inner Sunset, Sunset Mercantile’s Emporium is an extension of its popular outdoor events. It serves as a platform for small vendors and makers to showcase and sell their unique, often handmade, products. You can find an array of items, from an in-store plant shop, to handmade bags, vintage fashion, to grab-and-go artisanal snacks. The store also hosts workshops and seasonal events for the community such as the Inner Sunset Art Walk, Holiday Light Stroll and Noise Pop’s Summer of Music. The Emporium would like to extend an invitation to local merchants and makers to be a part of this special new retail space. This is an opportunity for vendors to create their own mini shop within the store. For more information about Emporium and how to apply, visit sunsetmercantilesf.com/emporium/.

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