A new chapter begins for SF’s iconic Transamerica Pyramid
Developer Michael Shvo celebrated the reopening with pride Thursday, which featured speeches, live music, and a dazzling light show.
The Transamerica Pyramid just celebrated its grand reopening in style, with speeches from architect Lord Norman Foster and developer Michael Shvo, plus a Thievery Corporation concert and a light show to top it off. After a multi-million dollar remaster, the building’s refreshed design now features a high-end bar and a luxury lobby space.
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How the F Train became a jazz party on wheels
Our first Thursday served as a kickoff for the Hotsy Topsy Club, a series of F Train line streetcars that will run in a loop around Market Street between City Hall and the Ferry Building, and then down to Pier 39. It’s like your run-of-the-mill Thursday after-work commute — but really fucking awesome.
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Little Original Joe’s Marina: Italian comfort with a modern touch
Little Original Joe’s in the Marina has been a full house from the get-go in May. This is the latest outpost from siblings John and Elena Duggan, who have carried on the family’s long-standing tradition of Italian-American comfort food with a modern twist. Known for running the iconic Original Joe’s and its spots in North Beach, Daly City and West Portal, the Duggans have turned their focus to this stylish Marina location, bringing the same warmth that’s kept their other spots buzzing. What’s the “secret sauce” making the Duggan’s restaurants beloved?
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The coolest San Francisco park events this season
Fall in San Francisco is the sweet spot — tourists are dwindling, the weather is just right, and the parks are throwing their own parties. And I’m not just talking about a lazy afternoon with a book and a blanket (although, honestly, that’s never a bad idea).
From impromptu piano concerts to full-blown galas, September and October are packed with events that’ll make you wonder why you ever considered leaving the city this fall.
Dreamfest 2024 brings big music and big money to Oracle Park
It’s not every week that you go from tech panels to live concerts, but Dreamforce has always been a bit extra. Dreamfest 2024 continues that tradition with P!NK and Imagine Dragons stepping in after Elton John had to bow out. Set for September 18th at Oracle Park, this event aims to raise over $120 million for UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals, making it more than just another concert night in San Francisco.
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What we’re doing this week
Taraval Night Market
Check out the Taraval Night Market next Saturday, Sept 21st from 3 to 9pm. Located on car-free Great Highway at the intersection of Great Highway and Taraval, you can enjoy live music and a taste of the neighborhood.
It’s a music-focused event with a beach party atmosphere. Live music will include salsa, Caribbean beats, and American rock, plus DJ sets by the SF DJ Collective. Bring your dancing shoes.
WHEN: Sept. 21st from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.
WHERE: At the Great Highway and Taraval Street
How Weird 2024
The How Weird Street Faire returns on September 21, 2024, in downtown San Francisco. With its classic mix of art, music, and eccentric fun, the event promises a day full of world-class electronic music, vibrant costumes, and an array of food and vendors. Get ready to embrace the weirdness as this year's theme is "Autumn Equinox."
Originally scheduled for May 4, the event was postponed due to severe weather. Thankfully, it’s back on track for a full day of festivities, so be sure to bring your best weird outfits and dancing shoes!
WHEN: September 21, 2024, from 12 PM to 8 PM
WHERE: Downtown San Francisco (Howard and 2nd streets area)
What’s on our mind
We keep content mostly fun and light at The Bold Italic, but the future of the Bay Area interests us, too. Here’s what we are thinking about in local news. Brought to you by GrowSF.
L Taraval trains are finally coming back
It’s been a long wait, but the L Taraval train line will finally return on Sept. 28. The trains have been completely offline for 5 years while SFMTA worked on a major overhaul of the tracks, overhead wires, and safety features along the route. Now, finally, L Taraval is set to provide a better experience with new boarding islands, safer crossings, and smoother rails. In just a couple of weeks, we’ll have a safer, more efficient, and quieter ride on L Taraval.
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