Things to do on San Francisco’s west side in July 2025.
Announcements: July 2025
City Hall: Joel Engardio
San Francisco City Hall just completed its budget cycle. I was appointed to serve on the two most critical fiscal committees: budget and finance along with budget and appropriations.
@andeverything__nice: Must-Stop Shops in the Sunset
Try Studio Shop is a cozy, women-owned boutique tucked away on Irving Street at Funston Avenue in San Francisco’s Inner Sunset. Run by sisters Ari and Poy Ariyapakdee, the shop blends the feel of a curated gallery with the warmth of a neighborhood gem.
‘Then and Now’: Sixth Avenue and Judah Street
Comparison photos of Sixth Avenue and Judah Street 99 years apart.
Police Blotter: Sunset District
Recent police activity in the Sunset District.
Popular Inner Sunset Yoga Studio Expands to the Richmond
A little bit of the Inner Sunset has come to the Richmond District, with the opening of the second location of The Yoga Shala on Balboa Street at 21st Avenue.
Commentary: ‘Joel Engardio Must Be Recalled’
Joel Engardio’s tenure as supervisor of District 4 has been marked by a pattern of betrayal.
State Senate: Scott Wiener
At a time when the Trump Administration and Republicans in Congress are attempting to gut health care coverage for tens of millions of Americans, fighting for affordable health care is more important than ever.
Sunset Dunes Piano and Art Installation the Targets of Vandalism
Two pieces of art at the Sunset Dunes on the Upper Great Highway were vandalized early June 14, according to The Friends of Sunset Dunes.
Letter to the Editor: Engardio Did Not Lead the Fight to Bring Algebra Back
Let’s be clear: Joel Engardio did not lead the fight to bring Algebra back. He did not start the movement. He joined after being persuaded by community advocates, including SF Guardians, who did the groundwork.
Letter to the Editor: Questioning Engardio’s Role in Reinstating Eighth-Grade Algebra
This isn’t a letter about the recall. It is to set the record straight about Algebra I in eighth grade and Supervisor Joel Engardio’s odd claim he brought it back.
Letter to the Editor: Link to Informative ‘State of Small Businesses’ Discussion
I happened upon the live June 23 San Francisco Small Business Commission Meeting being aired on SF GOV TV. Agenda item #3 was: ‘State of Small Businesses’ Discussion when the Commission heard brief presentations from San Francisco merchant groups on the challenges, priorities, and opportunities in their corridors.
‘Cooking Together’: Lentil Falafel
This recipe uses only a few ingredients, and the patties can be done in just a half hour.
Letter to the Editor: Fund Education-Focused Science Projects
If you believe, as I do, that training the next generation of scientists and equipping students with interdisciplinary skills is a good use of tax dollars, please contact your representatives. The National Science Foundation’s work matters – to science, and to students.
Press Release: Professional Soccer Secures Home at Kezar Stadium
The San Francisco Board of Supervisors on Tuesday unanimously approved a transformative agreement that will bring professional men’s soccer to Kezar Stadium – and with it, more than $10 million in infrastructure improvements that will serve the entire community for decades to come.
Richmond Review/Sunset Beacon 