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.

CAR,TRUCK AND MOTORCYCLE SHOW

George Washington High School (GWHS) Auto Shop’s fourth annual Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show takes place on the beautiful GWHS campus on Saturday, April 12. Vehicle registrants may sign up at https://tinyurl.com/GWHSCarShowReg to register their vehicle, $40 in advance or $45 day-of. Attendance is free for spectators. There will be music, food, raffle prizes, and prizes for best vehicles in various categories. Gates open 10 a.m. and the show wraps at 3 p.m. All proceeds benefit GWHS’s auto shop program, providing automotive technology training for the future generation of mechanics and technicians. GWHS is the only public SF high school with such a program.

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. Friday, March 14, 1:30-3:00 p.m. at the Richmond Branch Library (351 Ninth Ave.). Drop-in for one-on-one session in English. We are also seeking volunteers who speak English or/Cantonese. For more information, please 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 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: Makey, Makey.” Construct your own banana piano or pencil drawing game controller using Makey Makey, a simple invention kit that can turn everyday objects into touchpads to use with the Internet for unlimited fun. Thursday, March 6, 3:30-5 p.m.

“Activity: Lego Free Play.” Build skyscrapers, forts, castles or whatever your imagination desires with LEGO. For ages 5 and older. Tuesday, March 4, 3:30-5 p.m.

PROGRAMS FOR TWEENS/TEENS:

“Workshop: Decoupage Glass Jars.” Decorate a glass jar with tissue paper, magazine pages and other materials to create an upcycled cottage chic craft. For ages 10-18. Space is limited. Reservations required: 415-355-5648 or sign up at the Children’s Reference desk. Saturday, March 29, 3-5 p.m.

“Workshop: Medical First Aid for Youth.” Learn about first aid with Medical First Aid for Youth, a youth-led registered 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to providing free, hands-on CPR and first aid training as well as comprehensive medical education to middle and high school students. Medical First Aid for Youth’s mission is to better equip the community to respond effectively to first aid emergencies. For ages 13-18. Space is limited. Reservations required: 415-355-5648 or sign up at the Children’s Reference desk. Tuesday, March 18, 20, 25 and 27, 5-6:30 p.m.

PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES:

“Social: Therapy Pet at the Library. A partnership with Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SF SPCA).” Meet therapy pet, Cora, a lovable Golden Retriever, provided by the SF SPCA to provide comfort and relieve stress. Cora’s handler will describe the work of a therapy dog, and participants can enjoy relaxing with and petting this gentle animal. Thursday, March 20, 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, March 11, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

ADULT PROGRAMS:

“Breath Meditation with Don Narin.” Guided meditation for calming and stress release. Very relaxing and calming. Every Thursday, 11 a.m.-noon.

“Author: San Francisco’s Chinatown with Dick Evans and Kathy Chin Leong.” Join us on Saturday, March 1 from 4 to 5 p.m. for a special event celebrating the fifth anniversary of the book San Francisco’s Chinatown by Dick Evans and Kathy Chin Leong. Discover the inspiring story of Chinatown’s resilience and transformation post-pandemic through a captivating slide show presentation and Q&A. The authors will share new images capturing the neighborhood’s renewed vibrancy and enduring cultural significance. A book-signing will follow from 5 to 5:30 p.m. All proceeds from book sales benefit SF Chinatown businesses affected by COVID-19. Don’t miss this very special opportunity to support a community icon. Space is limited. Reservations required: 415-355-5638. Saturday, March 1, 4-5 p.m.

“Presentation: Language Learning Resources at SFPL.” The San Francisco Public Library system offers several high-quality resources available for language learners. Come to the Richmond Branch for a one-hour workshop that will provide you an information about SFPL online resources available to you for language learning. Sunday, March 9, 2-3 p.m.

“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. Wednesdays, March 12 and 26, 2-3:30 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. March 5 and 19, 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, March 14, 1:30-3 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 qualifies 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 2-3 p.m. Cantonese session 3:30-4:30 p.m. Please reserve: 415-355-5600. This program is in partnership with Self-Help for the Elderly. Saturday, March 22, 2-4:30 p.m.

FREE EVENTS AT THE SF PUBLIC LIBRARY, SUNSET BRANCH

1305 18TH AVE., 415-355-2808

Social: Puzzle Swap, Saturday, March 1, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Bring a puzzle in good condition to swap for a new challenge to take home. We accept the following: Puzzles only – no board games; Puzzles for all ages and abilities; Puzzles in good condition and no missing pieces.

Celebration: Open House. Saturday, March 22, 1-4 p.m. Come celebrate at Sunset Branch’s annual Open House with a fun-filled day that will include: Unique Derique at 1 p.m., Silk Strings Ensemble at 2 p.m. Plus, book giveaway, button making and craft activities for all ages from 1-4 p.m. Light refreshments will also be served. Hope to see you there!

FREE WALKING GROUP FOR SENIORS

Join the friendly San Francisco 55+ Neighborhood Walks. These free walks are leisurely, not vigorous and accommodating for 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 March birthday to Ramona Barker, Ryan Bermudez, Catherine Brady Brown, Dabheyba Carney, Jashua Carter, Jasrrie Chang, Albert Chow, Kimberly Davis, Kristopher Davis, Barbara De Quevedo, Francois Dermu, VMD PhD, Jasmine Gillies, Christopher Grainger, Pat Hunter (“Doyenne of Dahlias”), Ron Ishida, Nancy Jong, Joanna Juarez, Clarisse Kim, Sarah K., Alex Kozakiewicz, Christopher Lindsey, Leon Litwak, Kimberly Lue, Patricia Lue, Bertha Mejia, Mikayla Melero, Barbara Messick, Tyus Moe, Peter Nicoletti, Sunny Patel, Thomas K. Pendergast, Jett Wayne Peterson, Rose Reinheimer, Milady Rodriguez, Gabriel Rowland, Scarlett Rowland, Maddy and Ken Russak, Makoto Saiz, Jessica Pontigo Sevier, Mike Sill, Miranda Smith, Gina Stella, Luis Stella, Angelina Tracy, Brendan and Daniel Van Nostrand, Gabriela Pacheco Ventura, Big Jim Wierzba and Rickey Wong. To add a name to the monthly birthday list, email Editor@RichmondSunsetNews.com. Free.

HSARTS EXPANDS TO ELEMENTARY EDUCATION

San Francisco High School of the Arts (HSArts) is excited to introduce San Francisco Arts and Science Academy (ASA), a new elementary school opening in fall 2025. Located at Star of the Sea campus (350 Ninth Ave) in the Inner Richmond, ASA will launch with a K-2 bilingual English-Chinese program emphasizing arts, language, math and science. Building on HSArts’s proven success, ASA fosters hands-on learning, academic excellence, and core values like kindness and respect to create a strong foundation for young learners. Learn more at ASAsf.org.

JESSICA DUNNE – EVOLUTION OF PLACE

Local artist Jessica Dunne is having a solo show at Santa Clara University’s palatial Art and History Gallery through April 17. The show features large paintings of her ever-changing Sunset District surroundings with work both past and present. The reception and artist talk is on April 9, 5-7pm. Santa Clara University Art and History Gallery, 775 Franklin St., Santa Clara. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (Closed March 22-28)

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.

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

Saturday, March 1, 10-11:30 a.m., KEEP Ocean Beach Clean, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/755689/.

Sunday, March 2, 10 a.m.-noon, Outer Richmond Cleanup, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/756120/.

Thursday, March 6, 10 a.m.-noon, Fort Miley Cleanup and Workday, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/756072/.

Thursday, March 6, 3:30-4:30 p.m. One Richmond Cleanup, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/756072/.

Friday, March 7, 8-9 a.m., Morning Coffee Cleanup, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/756135/.

Friday, March 7, 3:30-5 p.m. Clement Street Happy Hour Cleanup, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/756136/.

Saturday, March 8, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Baker Beach Cleanup, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/755942/.

Saturday, March 8, 10-11:30 a.m., KEEP Ocean Beach Clean, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/755689//.

Sunday, March 9, 1-3 p.m., Ocean Beach Park Cleanup, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/757479/.

Tuesday, March 11, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Richmond Library Cleanup, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/756695/.

Wednesday, March 12, 4-5 p.m., Inner Sunset Happy Hour Cleanup, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/757705/.

Thursday, March 13, 10 a.m.-noon, Fort Miley Cleanup and Workday, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/756072/.

Friday, March 14, 3-4:30 p.m., Fulton Playground Cleanup, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/755939/.

Friday, March 14, 5-6:15 p.m., Outer Richmond Cleanup, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/756120/.

Saturday, March 15, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Central Richmond Cleanup, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/755827/.

Saturday, March 15, 10-11:30 a.m., KEEP Ocean Beach Clean, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/755689/.

Thursday, March 20, 10 a.m.-noon, Fort Miley Cleanup and Workday, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/756072/.

Thu, March 20, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Rise and Grind Cleanup, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/756073/.

Friday, March 21, 2:30-3:30 p.m., Richmond Neighborhood Center Cleanup, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/756081/.

Satursday, March 22, 10-11:30 a.m., KEEP Ocean Beach Clean, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/755689/.

Saturday, March 22, 10 a.m.-noon, Inner Sunset Cleanup, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/756093/.

Thursday, March 27, 10 a.m.-noon, Fort Miley Cleanup and Workday, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/756072.

Saturday, March 29, 10 a.m.-noon, Richmond District Cleanup, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/755689/.

Saturday, March 29, 10-11:30 a.m., KEEP Ocean Beach Clean, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/755689/.

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.

SPRING AND SUMMER CAMPS FOR KIDS

Discover and book spring and summer camps. Parents, finding the perfect camp for your kids just got way easier. Camp Scamp, a brand-new San Francisco-based platform, helps families discover and book incredible local camps for free – based on age, location and interests. We offer a great selection of art, outdoor, sports and language-immersion camps, all in your local neighborhood! Skip the hassle and book directly. Stress-free planning is just a few clicks away. Go to campscamp.com to explore and book your reservation. Supporting local camps, building community and making childhood unforgettable – one adventure at a time.

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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