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April 16, 2010

Happiness (Foursquare Day) and Sadness (N Judah Delays ) on A Friday...

NJudah-postage copy.jpgThis morning was one of those mornings I woke up early, turned on the computer and suddenly got a zillion messages about today's Sunset Tunnel disaster. My first impulse was to turn off the computer, and literally run out of town when these things happen, just because it's so depressing. If ever you wonder why it is that folks literally celebrated that tunnel as a "God-send," taking the shuttle downtown would remind you why.

There are several reports that the reason the wires were collapsed was because someone decided to steal copper wiring, and thought that stealing it from you was a good idea. I'm still trying to verify this, but I've now heard it twice from 2 sources, and from the accounts of the damage, that would be about right. But I'll still try and find out for sure.

However, some happiness to brighten what looks to be a nice Friday, weather-wise. As you may or may not know, today is Foursquare Day, the first sort-of-holiday for a mobile app. What this means is many places are doing specials on drinks, food, etc. You can find a list of San Francisco events here, most notable are the ones at Pacific Catch in the Marina and in the Inner Sunset, who are attempting to get the "Swarm" badge for all who participate. There's also one at the Ferry Buliding too.

Also, don't forget that tomorrow is Dogfest 2010! Whether you have a dog or just think dogs are awesome, this event, which is a benefit for McKinley Elementary School, is always a fun springtime event and proceeds go to a nice cause. Check it out!

As always, why not celebrate the N's fails with a FailWhale N Judah Shirt, or any one of our offerings. Be the best dressed person on the shuttle bus!

March 23, 2010

Two Things To Do Now: Book Blast April 10th and an MTA Hearing for the 1st Inner Sunset Street Fair!

IMG_0088.JPGWhile I finish up my work (I really do enjoy working late at night as it's so distraction free) I also wanted to get the word out about two events that you might be curious about.

The first is that Barbara and Paul at the House Formerly Known as Yes We Can are hosing a "Book Blast" on April 10th from noon to 5pm. They are in need of donations for this free event, so if you have some books you're no longer reading and would like to share, contact them at 246-4748 and you can either drop them off at their place at 6th and Irving, or arrange for a pickup. This, like the other events they've hosted, look like it should be fun and a great way to meet your neighbors if you live out here, or if you don't, make some new friends with folks around here.

Also, the SFMTA will be having a hearing on Thursday, March 25th, at 9am regarding permits for the first annual Inner Sunset Street fair. If approved, the street fair would happen May 15th, and would close off Irving Street between 9th and 10th, and 10th Avenue between Irving and Lincoln.

This event has support from many in the neighborhood from what I've gathered, and other neighborhoods out here have hosted street festivals and everything works out fine. There's so much potential for things like this. Heck maybe I'll get a booth and sell some T Shirts or something!

March 3, 2007

Hot Dog We Have a Weiner: Meet Pica, Our First Duboce Park Dog of the Week!

Sorry, I couldn't resist recycling that line from the Simpsons

I'm happy to announce the first entry in the N-Judah Chronicles' new feature, Duboce Park Dog of the Week, where we'll be featuring our fellow citizens' dogs! And who doesnt like a good dog picture to break up a boring workday, right?

Pica (short for Picante) is a feisty little 2-year old pug that likes to go to the park and to the beach. Her "mom", Ellen Sherrod, takes Pica out when she's not busy running Ellen Sherrod Design, an award winning print and web design company based in San Francisco.

Want your dog featured in the N-Judah Chronicles? Email me your info and a picture of your dog. Who knows? Maybe yours will be the next Duboce Park Dog of the Week!



January 11, 2007

New Feature: Duboce Park Dog Of The Week!

One of my favorite stops on the N-Judah line is at Duboce Park, because it's a favorite spot for people and their dogs to hang out. As a former dog owner who can't own a dog now (due to landlord restrictions at my place), I like to look out the window and see what's going on.

Now, I'd like to feature the dogs of Duboce Park here, and am inviting those of you who read the blog to send in pictures of your dog at Duboce Park, and I'll pick one out each week to feature on the site. Simply email me a JPEG of your dog (preferably at the park) each week by Thursday, and I'll pick a dog photo out for consideration.

To keep things simple, send your entry in once (don't bomb my email with multiple 2mb JPEGs) and if your photo is selected, you'll get an email notification with the link so you can tell all your friends your dog was Duboce Park Dog of the Week.

Thanks and I look forward to seeing some submissions soon!

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