Things to do on San Francisco’s west side in June 2025.
Announcements: June 2025
Commentary: Quentin L. Kopp
James Madison expressed it best, meaning governmental power, in a Dec. 2, 1829, speech, to wit, “The essence of government is power, and power, lodged as it must be in human hands, will ever be liable to abuse.” (Incidentally, such words are inscribed in the Madison Memorial Hall, Library of Congress James Madison Memorial Building, Washington, D.C. )
Award-Winning Independent Film Producer Has Ties to West Side
Prolific, award-winning independent film producer Marc Smolowitz has more than 60 credits in his three-decade career. He has raised at least $30 million for projects in every genre. At any given time, he is the driving force behind 10 films in various stages of production, including at this very moment.
Kilduff’s Korner By Paul Kilduff
Cartoon by Paul Kilduff.
Letter to the Editor: David Chiu and Phil Ginsburg Are on the Same Page
David Chiu, as president of the Board of Supervisors, presided over some of the public hearings that were held from 2012 to 2014 and clearly favored the groups that were in favor of artificial turf fields as a review of the videos of those meetings shows.
Letter to the Editor: Sunset Dunes Better for Snowy Plovers Than UGH
As a native of the Richmond District, I’ve spent the better part of my life observing the fragile ecosystems along our City’s shoreline. I’d like to respond to the nonsense claim made by Raymond Wong that the Sunset Dunes park is harming the already threatened Western Snowy Plover.
Letter to the Editor: Snowy Plover Being Harmed by Sunset Dunes
After campaigning for “Yes on K” with images of the vulnerable western snowy plover to evoke sympathy and win votes, (Engardio) has now turned his back on both the bird and the Sunset community. His last-minute plan to rebrand the closed stretch as “Sunset Dunes,” with zero community input, is not just misguided – it’s dangerous.
Letter to the Editor: We Are Failing Our Most Vulnerable
I raised concerns about the City’s proposed project at 1234 Great Highway, a $200 million beachfront subsidized housing complex for a 50/50 mix of seniors and formerly un-housed seniors. The actual cost will approach nearly $2 million per unit when you factor in construction, financing, long-term maintenance and staffing.
Letter to the Editor: Closing UGH Created More Harm Than Good
This isn’t just about closing a road. It’s about removing vital infrastructure without a clear plan, while ignoring the voices of the communities most affected.
Letter to the Editor: Sunset Dunes Is the New Crown Jewel of the West Side
My first visit to Sunset Dunes was a remarkable experience. It doesn’t feel like a road anymore – it feels like an open-air community center. Kids riding bikes, couples walking hand in hand, seniors strolling with an ocean view.
Press Release: SFPD Arrests Driver in DUI Injury Crash on Sunset Blvd.
On May 17, at approximately 1:59 a.m., San Francisco Police officers responded to the area of Sunset Boulevard and Rivera Street regarding a collision involving two occupied vehicles.
Letter to the Editor: ‘The True Story of Tamara de Lempicka & The Art of Survival’ at Balboa Theater May 27
Our documentary, “The True Story of Tamara de Lempicka & The Art of Survival,” will be screening at the Balboa Theater in San Francisco on May 27, 2025 at 7:30 p.m.
‘Cooking Together’: Vegan Almond Biscotti
If you are looking for a small bite for an afternoon break or a light dessert, these lightly sweetened almond-filled biscottis are a healthy companion to your hot chocolate, chai or coffee.
Real Estate: John M. Lee
The stock market goes down substantially when Trump increases or threatens to increase tariffs. It goes up when he decides to pause the tariff. When other countries threaten to raise tariffs against us, our stock market goes down. The stock market is a leading economic indicator and gives us an idea where the economy is heading.
Poetry: David Romano
Poem by David Romano.
Richmond Review/Sunset Beacon 