CAR FOR SALE

For Sale: 2009 Toyota Corolla, four door, automatic transmission. $3,800. Call 415-386-0156.

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, $4,666. Clean title, clean car in SF. 805-455-9520.

COMMENTARIES AND LETTERS

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“DRAGON BABIES”

Join filmmaker Kathy Trinh for a fundraiser supporting her new documentary, “Dragon Babies: The Kindergarten Project.” What began with the discovery of forgotten kindergarten footage becomes a heartfelt journey reconnecting with her former classmates from Lafayette Elementary — exploring memory, loss and the lasting impact of childhood. This event will bring together SFUSD alumni and the Richmond District community for a sneak peek of the project and more. Saturday, Jan. 24, 6-9 p.m. at La Promenade Café, 3643 Balboa St. Learn more at dragonbabiesfilm.com.

FELTON TECH SQUAD

Felton’s Tech Squad provides 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, Dec. 12, 1:30-3 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, 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 questions, call 415-961-7043 or email sfconnected@felton.org.

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 the Storytime. Program Room. 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 LEGOs. For children ages 5 and older. Tuesday, Jan. 13, 3:30-5 p.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. Space is limited. Seats available first come, first served. Tuesday, Jan. 27, 3:30-5 p.m.

ADULT PROGRAMS:

“Breath meditation with Don Narin.” Guided meditation for calming and stress release. 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. 7 and 21, 3-5 p.m.

“Tutorial: Drop-In Tech Support for Older Adults with the Felton Institute Tech Squad.” Felton’s Tech Squad provides free basic tech support for older adults and people with disabilities. Get help with your phone or tablet, searching the internet, setting up an email account and other basic computer tasks. Friday, Jan. 9, 1:30-3 p.m.

“Workshop: Memoir Writing with Jing Li. ‘The Red Sandals: A Memoir.’” Unlock the art of storytelling with award-winning author Jing Li in this special writing workshop series. Perfect for writers looking to transform a personal life story into a compelling memoir, short story or essay, this workshop offers expert guidance through every step of the creative process. Whether you are looking to refine your writing skills, explore your purpose as a storyteller, or find confidence writing in English as a second language, Jing Li’s approachable style will help you develop your voice. From shaping ideas into purpose and building a meaningful theme, this workshop will provide the tools and support you need to bring your unique story to life. This series is a supportive space for all aspiring writers. Join us and let Jing Li help you turn your ideas into a powerful narrative. Saturday, Jan. 10, 3:30-5 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. Call to reserve: 415-355-5600. This program is in partnership with Self-Help for the Elderly. Wednesdays, Jan. 14 and 28, 2-3:30 p.m.

“Workshop: Westside Affordable Housing Richmond and Sunset.” This workshop offers affordable housing resources and educational information on the Sunset and Richmond districts. You will learn how to apply for affordable housing, who qualifies for affordable housing and the process of applying for affordable housing with DAHLIA. Information on upzoning will also be shared. This program will be split into two sessions for English and Cantonese speakers. English session 2-3 p.m. and Cantonese session 3:30–4:30 p.m. Space is limited. Reservations required: 415-355-5600. This program is in partnership with Self-Help for the Elderly. Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2-4:30 p.m.

“Performance: Lion Dancing with Jing Mo Athletic Association.” Celebrate the Year of the Horse with a Lion Dancing performance with 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. 24, 12:30-1 p.m.

FREE EVENTS AT THE SF PUBLIC LIBRARY, SUNSET BRANCH

1305 18TH AVE., 415-355-2808

Tutorial – Tech Help:Tech coaches are available to help with basic questions about technology, such as computer tasks or how to use your phone or tablet. Interns can help you learn how to attach a file to an email, send photos from your phone and more. First come, first served. Saturdays, 2-4 p.m., Sundays, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Social – Plant Swap: Bring a plant, take a plant. Bring your seedlings, divisions or cuttings to swap with other gardeners. All types of plants are welcome: succulents, house plants, flowers, ground covers or wild grasses. Bring cuttings, starts, bulbs or full-sized plants. Please label your plants prior to bringing them to the swap.Saturday, Jan. 10, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

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, 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, Calif. Raised on the reservation from birth until age 10, he learned his tribal culture from his father and paternal grandparents. Saturday, Jan. 17, 3-3:45 p.m.

Workshop – District 7 Affordable Housing:The District 7 Affordable Housing Workshop will cover the following topics: what affordable housing is, who qualifies, the current outcomes of up-zoning impacts in District 7 and an overview of the application process. At the end, the workshop will introduce you to DAHLIA, the San Francisco Housing Portal – the official website for the City’s affordable housing program. Thursday, Jan. 22, 1:30-2:30 p.m.

FREE MOVIES

The 4 Star Theater will be playing free family-friendly movies on weekend mornings in 2026! The films selected will cover a wide range from family classics to newer hits straight from theaters. Reservations will be first-come-first-served when the box office opens 30 minutes before the screening on the day of the show. Come early for our free specially curated cartoon pre-shows. Any showtimes of the film later in the day will be regularly priced.

• “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory”: Jan. 3 and 4.

• “The Incredibles”: Jan. 10 and 11.

• “Curious George”: Jan. 17 and 18.

• “Wreck It Ralph”: Jan. 24 and 25.

• “The Muppet Movie”: Jan. 31 and Feb. 1.

Learn more at 4-star-movies.com/popcorn-palace.

FREE WALKING GROUPS 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 Sunset Dunes from Sloat Boulevard to Judah Street and back. Dogs are allowed at the Ocean Beach walk.

• Golden Gate Park Walk for 55+ Seniors: We meet every Thursday at 1:30 p.m. at the Pool of Enchantment next to the front of the de Young Museum. The route varies each week. Come get fine exercise and meet friendly people. If you have questions, write to freeseniorwalk@gmail.com.

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, Ryan Carew, Haley Craig, Mark Craig, Chiara Di Martino, Alex and Alice Doliner, Ilze Earner, Hilary Elfman, Benjamin Getchell, Benjamin Johnson, Caroline King, Kyle Kisor, Gabrielle Macapinlac, Alexander Mullaney, Phyllis Nabhan, Kiran Nagaraja, Olivia Neel, Lawrence Poon, Renata Ruby Rhodes, Caley Rittman, Sarah Roberts, Natalie Rodier, Jon Rush, Linda Shore, Bonnie Sill, Nelly Soncuya, Adriana Sosa, Simon Stefanski, Cesar Tesen, Elisa Tracy, Aly Wong, Yip and Jeremy Wong and Becky Z.To add a name to the monthly birthday list, email Editor@RichmondSunsetNews.com. Free.

JONG FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT CONSULTANCY

One of my favorite services at Jong Financial Management Consultancy is account

reconciliations. The most common ones are bank and merchant card statements. There are all sorts of other types of reconciliations, such as suppliers/vendors and customers/clients. There are payroll and corporate tax expenses/accrued tax liabilities and insurance expense/prepaid insurance as well. But really any balance sheet or income statement account may also need to be trued up. If I can help you reconcile or true up your accounts, please reach out to Nancy Jong, CTP at 415-386-7463 or njong.jfmc@att.net.

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. Visit sunsetmercantilesf.com or call 415-465-2475 for more details.

PEACH PEAR PLUM LITERACY LOUNGE

Peach Pear Plum is a literacy lounge tucked away on Ninth Avenue in the Inner Richmond. This light-filled writing space encourages creativity and storytelling for children Pre-K

through third grade. Through poetry, plays and short stories, young writers have an after-

school opportunity to let their imaginations run wild in a small group setting. There is also space for one-on-one support. For more information about who we are, our programs, the newsletter and special events, contact the studio at peachpearplum.org.

“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 25,000 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.

PLANNING ASSOCIATION FOR THE RICHMOND (PAR) MEETING

PAR General Membership Meeting, Wednesday, Jan. 14, 7-9 p.m., Richmond Recreation Center, 251 18th Ave. (between Clement and California streets). District 1 update from the office of Supervisor Connie Chan. SFMTA Director Julie Kirschbaum will discuss important transit issues, including upcoming ballot initiatives. There will be plenty of time for questions and discussion about your concerns regarding public transit, parking, MTA’s budget and other transportation issues. Everyone is welcome.

REFUSE REFUSE CLEANUPS

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

Friday, Jan. 9, 3-4:30 p.m., Richmond Neighborly Cleanup, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/755939/.

Friday, Jan. 9, 4-5 p.m., Clement Street Happy Hour Cleanup, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/756136/.

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

Sunday, Jan. 11, 1-3 p.m., Sunset Dunes Cleanup, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/757479/.

Tuesday, Jan. 13, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Richmond Library Cleanup, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/756695/.

Thursday, Jan. 15, 10 a.m.-noon, Fort Miley Cleanup and Workday, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/756072/.

Thursday, Jan. 15, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Rise & Grind Cleanup, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/756073/.

Friday, Jan. 16, noon-1:30 p.m., Richmond Neighborhood Center Cleanup, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/756081/.

Friday, Jan. 16, 4-5 p.m., Clement Street Happy Hour Cleanup, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/756136/.

Saturday, Jan. 17, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Central Richmond Cleanup, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/755827/.

Saturday, Jan. 17, 10-11:30 a.m., KEEP Ocean Beach Clean, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/755689/.

Thursday, Jan. 22, 10 a.m.-noon, Fort Miley Cleanup and Workday, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/756072/.

Friday, Jan. 23, 4-5 p.m., Clement Street Happy Hour Cleanup, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/756136/.

Saturday, Jan. 24, 10-11:30 a.m., KEEP Ocean Beach Clean, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/755689/.

Saturday, Jan 24, 10 a.m.-noon, Inner Sunset Cleanup, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/756093/.

Thursday, Jan. 29, 10 a.m.-noon, Fort Miley Cleanup and Workday, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/756072/.

Friday, Jan. 30, 4-5 p.m., Clement Street Happy Hour Cleanup, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/756136/.

Saturday, Jan. 31, 10 a.m.-noon, Richmond District Cleanup, mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/755689/.

Saturday, Jan. 31, 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.

SF EDUCATION FUND VOLUNTEER TRAININGS

Help the outstanding teachers and school staff at SF’s public schools – one hour a week. Final volunteer trainings for the 2025-2026 school year.

Tutor training – Tuesday, Jan. 13, 5:30-7:30 p.m. (via Zoom)

Mentor training – Tuesday, Jan.13, 5:30-8:30 p.m. (in-person)

Mindfulness training – Thursday, Jan. 15, 5:30-8 p.m. (via Zoom)

Tutor training – Thursday, Feb. 5, 5:30-7:30 p.m. (via Zoom)

Learn more at sfedfund.org/become-a-volunteer.

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.

SUNSET SOLOS

Sunset Solos is a San Francisco–based performance seriesdedicated to showcasing the power, intimacy, and creative range of solo theater. Founded by Jeremy Julian Greco and supported by Sealevel Gallery, the series provides a space for bold, personal and adventurous storytelling outside of traditional theatrical venues. Sunday, Jan. 18, at 7 p.m., Sunset Solos will feature performances by Bob Fitch, Barbara Brady and Laura Jane Young at Sealevel Gallery at 4331 Irving St. Tickets: sealevelsf.com/pages/events#?event-id=67523.

Find more information at sunsetsolos.com.

THANK YOU!

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UNIONPOSTSF

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