The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department manages more than 230 parks, including Golden Gate Park, Coit Tower and Dolores Park
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Today we celebrate 151 years of Golden Gate Park. This past year the iconic park has enveloped and embraced San Franciscans, offering a place of refuge amidst a global pandemic. 1,017 acres to run, play, laugh, reflect, and connect. #HappyBirthdayGGP
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Today, on the 20th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, we want to recognize the heroism of Betty Ann Ong. As a flight attendant on American Airlines Flight 11, the first airplane hijacked, Ong was able to contact authorities and relay crucial information for 23 minutes.
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Get ready to step into a whimsical wonderland of lights this winter! From Dec. 1 through Feb. 29 an art installation coming to Golden Gate Park will transform Peacock Meadow into an enchanted forest of otherworldly shapes and ever-changing light.
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Golden Gate Park welcomes 5 new bison! We are doubling the size of the herd with five yearlings, just in time for SF Rec and Sesquicentennial Celebration. On April 4, Community Day, the bison will be introduced to the public. Join us for this special occasion. #GGP150
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If you are heading to our parks, bring your mask...and mittens 😎 #BernieSanders #BernieMeme #BernieSandersMittens
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No permits have been requested by or issued to any group for Alamo Square this weekend. Our City will adapt to protect our neighborhoods.
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Voters have affirmed what our extensive outreach has shown—San Franciscans want a safe, permanent Promenade in Golden Gate Park. What was once a dangerous street has been transformed into a place for recreation, art, music, and human connection.
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A historic oceanfront park on San Francisco’s western edge will officially open on 4/12. The new park, the largest pedestrianization project in California history, will give residents & visitors a place to walk, bike, relax, & connect with the coast like never before.
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5,000 bulbs gifted to @sfgov last year by Queen Máxima of the Netherlands are now in full bloom in the Queen Wilhelmina Garden in Golden Gate Park, located below the towering Dutch Windmill on the park's western edge. Details here: bit.ly/3KuZSGI
📷 Gary Lenhart
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Today, we began grinding away the old roadway markings on JFK Promenade to make it an even more welcoming space for visitors. The final product will include vibrant decorative paint celebrating Golden Gate Park! Check back for progress photos over the next few weeks!
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We want to make it possible for every San Franciscan—from every neighborhood—to easily access Golden Gate Park.
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Since April 2020, the emergency closure of the Upper Great Highway has provided a safe, car-free route prioritizing families, bicycles, and pedestrians. The unrivaled scenic public space sees 144,000 visitors each month. and creating an unrivaled scenic public space. #carfree
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Put it in ink, car-free JFK has been made permanent. Thanks to all of the dedicated supporters, including Kyle Peacock, the owner of this car-free JFK Drive tattoo, who made this happen!
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We've completed our colorful new welcome area at Kezar Drive! This area will open for bike & pedestrian traffic starting today, 10/13, while the Golden Gate Park Shuttle will return to its normal stops at McLaren Lodge & Haight Street.
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Rec-Park & @sfmta_muni are recommending that JFK Drive in GGP remain vehicle-free. The proposal, which follows extensive public outreach, includes access improvements to GGP for seniors & people w/ mobility challenges, & programs to address access from more distant neighborhoods.
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Heading to Golden Gate Park this weekend? In support of our city wide Climate Action Plan we encourage visitors to walk, bike, or use the 10 current @sfmta_muni lines that provide access to the park. If you are driving, there are 4,700 parking spaces located in the park.
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Heads up! Starting Monday and over the next few weeks, the JFK Promenade will be getting a glow-up to become an even more welcoming space for all visitors—complete with vibrant decorative paint celebrating Golden Gate Park✨
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Happy birthday #GoldenGatePark! 150 has never looked so good! Thanks to all of the partners, supporters, staff & more who have built this park from desolate sand dunes into a sprawling oasis of nature & recreation over the years!
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The eagle has landed! The world’s most famous & eagerly anticipated prefab toilet touched down this morning at Noe Valley Town Square, & installation is flowing smoothly. A few final touches, like utility & landscaping, & this project will be in the can by the end of March.
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With 220+ parks in SF, everyone lives within a 10 min walk to a park. This weekend, stay safe & stay local by exercising in your own neighborhood and staying 6+ feet away from others. This is not the time to drive to the beach or a regional park - if you need a car, it's too far.
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It's #415Day, which means it's San Francisco's 171st Birthday! From Golden Gate Park to McLaren Park, and everywhere in between, get outside to one of our more than 220 parks today to celebrate our city! bit.ly/3awr8Sz 🥳
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Reminder: The Upper Great Highway between Lincoln Avenue & Sloat Boulevard, & the Great Highway Extension southbound lanes from Sloat to Skyline boulevards will be permanently closed to private vehicles tomorrow, 3/14.
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In case you missed it, check out some shots of the Coit Tower Candle by @IlluminatedArts from this weekend! Wrap up your Sunday by catching this lit landmark on its last night tonight! 🔥🕯️🌁🌳
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Happy #walktoaparkday! Every San Franciscan lives within a ten minute walk of one of our 220+ parks. What park is your favorite to walk to? Check here to find one near you: bit.ly/3FyR2CU
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We're excited to announce the launch of a 3-month pilot program for food trucks on the Upper Great Highway during days it's closed to vehicle traffic. The trucks include Viva Vegan, a plant-based burger truck, & California Kahve, a vintage caravan selling espresso & matcha.
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San Francisco’s iconic @deadandcompany celebrates 60 years of the Grateful Dead’s music with three days of concerts in Golden Gate Park this weekend, the same place where their journey began.
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We’re excited to expand micro-mobility options in Golden Gate Park! In response to popular demand, we’ll be working with @lyft Bikeshare to add at least 6 bikeshare stations within the Park in 2022.
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Since the updated Golden Gate Park shuttle was rolled out, we've seen a 342% increase in ridership on weekends compared to the previous year, and a significant increase in weekday ridership compared to the previous weekend ridership.
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Congratulations to @NancyPelosi on her election today as speaker of the House for the 116th Congress! In honor of this historic feat, we thought we would #TBT to the naming of Nancy Pelosi Drive in #GoldenGatePark in 2012! Thank you for your leadership & for supporting our parks!
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Starting Saturday, riders of Golden Gate Park’s free shuttle will enjoy major improvements, including new weekday service, an expanded route with connection to public transit, more stops, and less waiting!
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Great news, the @SkystarWheel will spin until 2025! We are also happy to announce that San Francisco residents can purchase adult tickets at $15.30 and child (3-12) and senior (65+) tickets at $10.20. We look forward to taking you to new heights! 🎡 sfrecpark.org/CivicAlerts.as…
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1st pitch from our @SF_BaySox pitcher Angel to @SFGiants SS @bcraw35 at the newly renovated Gilman Playground baseball field! Thanks to Brandon, @giantscommunity & @goodtidingsSF for making this renovation possible, which repaired & upgraded the ballfield, dugout, fencing & more!
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We have exciting news! The Lisa and Douglas Goldman Tennis Center is opening March 3rd. Due to Covid-19 health precautions, reservations are required. You can book a reservation by going to GoldmanTennisCenter.com or calling 415-581-2540. We can’t wait to see you here!
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Good news no matter how you choose to travel through Golden Gate Park: Starting on Thursday, 11/17, we will begin replacing barriers in the park, upgrading them with sturdier & more uniform ones.
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We're very happy to announce that Helen Diller Playground has reopened! Thank you for your patience as our team worked to complete the repairs. Get out and play, and enjoy the great weather!
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This morning, volunteers from @Ripple came to help mulch, weed, & improve the soil in & around the fruit tree grove at @AlemanyFarm ! Thank you for your hard work improving the farm & for loving our parks! #rippleforgood
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We’re excited to start putting the finishing touches on the Observation Wheel! At the end of October, you can discover a new way to experience Golden Gate Park and celebrate its 150th anniversary from 150 feet in the air. #GGP150
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And with that, #CarFreeJFK is signed into law! Thank you to @LondonBreed @MattHaneySF @DeanPreston @D4GordonMar @RafaelMandelman your leadership!
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“After JFK Drive was closed to motor vehicle traffic in April 2020 to allow for more social distancing, I noticed something strange and wonderful: I haven’t seen a single patient in my ER due to a traffic collision on JFK.”
Read more from the @sfexaminer below:
Opinion: Prior to the pandemic, JFK Drive in Golden Gate Park was a predictably dangerous place for people on foot and bikes. I cared for many park-goers who had been badly injured there. sfex.news/3xbd6zm
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Come out to 8th Avenue at the JFK promenade and take a coffee break at Golden Gate Park’s new lounge! New trees will provide shade on this sunny day with a variety of seating options, including new spinning chairs! See you at the park!
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We’re happy to have hosted New Zealand PM @jacindaardern & Governor @GavinNewsom in Golden Gate Park at the New Zealand section of the @SFBGS this past Friday. They signed a Memorandum of Cooperation to establish an international climate partnership.
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We have a big weekend ahead for the JFK Promenade! We're excited to share that we'll be opening a pop-up beer garden 🍻 on the promenade starting tomorrow, 10/8. It will be open from noon-5PM at the 14th Ave. East Meadow just west of the Rose Garden on Saturdays & Sundays.
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We are only one month away from seeing the spectacular "Entwined" transform Peacock Meadow into a magical enchanted forest. The art installation will be open to the public free of charge starting December 10th and running through the end of February.
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We heard you, San Franciscans! People love the car-free route through Golden Gate Park—and 70% want to keep it that way, according to Rec-Park's & @sfmta_muni's extensive outreach. Every day, we'll tell you about our plans to make the Park an accessible, joyful space for all.
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The car-free route through Golden Gate Park is just 3 miles long, but it's crucial for reaching San Francisco's climate goals & visions.
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Beginning at midnight tonight (3/26), we will be closing the Marina Green parking lots, Ocean Beach parking lots, & Beach Chalet parking lot in response to #coronavirus emergency. We continue to encourage people to exercise locally. Stay safe, stay healthy, and stay close to home
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We're saddened to hear of the passing of Zion Williams, a legendary skateboarder who lost his vision in 2021 to gun violence, but had relearned his daredevil tricks. A fixture at SF skateparks, he was an integral advocate in pushing for improvements to Waller Street Skatepark.
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John F. Kennedy Drive in Golden Gate Park from Kezar Drive to Transverse Drive & John F. Shelley Drive in John McLaren Park are now closed to vehicles 24 hours per day throughout the duration of San Francisco’s Stay Home Order, which has been extended to May 31st.
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We’ve heard concerns from older people and people with disabilities that closing some roads to vehicles will limit their access to the park, so we're expanding and improving blue zone parking and ADA access to museum amenities.
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Mayor @LondonBreed announced the opening of the Willie “Woo Woo” Wong Playground—a center for community engagement & recreation for all in the heart of Chinatown. Opening in time for the #LunarNewYear, it recently completed a top-to-bottom renovation: bit.ly/37bdPFn
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We're excited to share the opening of a new, all-accessible parking lot in the heart of Golden Gate Park that offers 20 free blue zone spaces, bringing visitors w/ disabilities closer than ever to museums, gardens & other cultural attractions. More here: bit.ly/390ZKOQ
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Ong was born and raised in San Francisco's Chinatown, and the rec center where she played as a child was renamed in her honor 10 years ago. Ong's bravery, service, and courage will never be forgotten. To learn more, visit: bit.ly/2XkbfLj
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Starting December 1, explore the Winter Lights of Golden Gate Park! Every day, from sundown to 10 p.m., experience an illuminated journey throughout the park. Learn more and plan your trip here: bit.ly/3wYxu78
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While our city recovers from this wet winter, help our parks weather these storms by not driving on our meadows 😡: bit.ly/3JGFT61
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Happy Saturday! The fall tulips are in, so swing by Golden Gate Park to watch their blooming progress 🌷
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Good news! If you haven’t seen Entwined in Golden Gate Park you have until April 4th to see it. Just be sure to wear your mask and practice social distancing. Enjoy!
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Coming soon to a post office near you! Keep an eye out for this beautiful Palace of Fine Arts stamp, which will be released with several other additions to the 2022 stamp program in mid-February. Learn more here: bit.ly/3fHUH5r
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The wheel is spinning!🎡We are happy to announce the opening of @SkystarWheel in celebration of Golden Gate Park’s 150th anniversary! Thank you to @SFParksAlliance @SF_DPH @LondonBreed for your support in making this happen. You can purchase tickets here: skystarwheel.com/tickets
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Gardeners maintaining SF’s parks will soon turn over a new leaf—trading gas-powered blowers w/ two-stroke engines for electric battery pack models. Beginning next month, we will cease purchasing gas-powered backpack blowers, replacing them over 18 months w/ electric blowers.
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Wander through an illuminated Golden Gate Park wonderland this holiday season! Starting this Wednesday, December 1st, explore Winter Lights, a journey of lights and art through the park. To learn more, visit: bit.ly/3wYxu78
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Looking for something new? Visit the oldest public Japanese garden in the country located right in Golden Gate Park. For more info visit: japaneseteagardensf.com
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“Entwined” by San Francisco artist Charles Gadeken, will honor Golden Gate Park’s 150th Anniversary. We are excited to partner with @SFParksAlliance to bring this spectacular public art experience to life!
#artinstallation #sf #sanfrancisco
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We're excited to announce that the Skatin' Place repaving is complete and the space is open to the public! Phase 2 will begin in May 2022, when the asphalt will be painted with a community approved mural and additional seal coat layers. We can’t wait to see you get out and skate!
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Let’s be blunt: While SF is now in the orange tier, large gatherings still aren’t safe or legal. Roger Williams Meadow/Hippie Hill will be closed on 4/20. You can still celebrate the virtual livestream event from the comfort of your own home here: 420hippiehill.com/
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Civic Center Plaza is getting rave reviews as a concert venue! Thank you to @fredagainagain1 & @Skrillex for bringing this dance party to the heart of the city! Stay tuned for more upcoming concerts, including free downtown concerts from @apeconcerts!
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#AlamoSquare Park back open this morning! Our parks are #NoPlaceForHate. Enjoy this beautiful Sunday.
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Today, Mayor @LondonBreed proposed legislation that would make admission to the @SFConservatory and Japanese Tea Garden free for San Francisco residents. The proposal will go before the Board of Supervisors Budget and Finance Committee on 1/26.
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The @sfbos approved Mayor @LondonBreed's legislation to ensure Golden Gate Park's JFK Drive remain vehicle-free permanently. It greenlights more than 40 improvements to make GGP easier to access for seniors, the disability community & those who live further away.
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April 4th is the 150th birthday of Golden Gate Park! We are honoring our park virtually. Join us at GoldenGatePark150.com this Saturday to learn more. 👀 #ggp150
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San Francisco’s fastest growing sport, pickleball, has found a new home in one of the city’s most historic spots. Starting 7/11, players will be able to reserve three indoor courts during peak morning times at no cost. Details here: tinyurl.com/yffc5p7w
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As we close out Golden Gate Park’s 150th birthday, we light Coit Tower, the @SFConservatory & City Hall in green to honor the park’s sesquicentennial! Thank you to everyone that helped us celebrate today & who wished the park a #happybirthday! #GGP150
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.@TheCACoast voted unanimously today to grant permit approval for the City of San Francisco to convert the Great Highway from Lincoln Way to Sloat Boulevard to a full-time park that will prioritize pedestrian & bicycle access, enhance public safety, & restore vital coastal dunes.
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The vibrant new ground mural at the legendary Skatin’ Place in Golden Gate Park made its debut today after the iconic outdoor roller skating spot reopened following repaving of the area & installation of the artwork. Details here: bit.ly/3MU3Zd7
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On Veterans Day, 11/11, the Great Highway will be closed to vehicles for the city holiday. The gates will close at 6am Thurs, 11/11, and will reopen Fri, 11/12 at 6am. The gates will then reclose at noon per the usual Friday procedure. For more info: bit.ly/3D6NCp9
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Due this morning’s Tsunami warning, we’ve closed Ocean Beach and our Marina parking lots, while Ocean Beach itself has been closed by the National Park Service. Rangers are patrolling the Upper Great Highway to advise visitors. Please avoid coastal areas.
National Tsunami Warning Center has placed SF in a Tsunami Advisory. Up to 3 foot waves & strong currents expected as early as 7:30AM. Avoid coastal areas.
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Willard Harris, the oldest rec participant in our system, recently returned to the newly renovated Rossi Pool for her favorite, Aqua Yoga. Harris, who turned 102 in December, had not been to the pool since it closed for renovation in 2019, but regularly attended the class prior.
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We are excited and ready to go!🎡The observation wheel opens tomorrow! Have you bought your tickets yet? Check it out here>>> skystarwheel.com/tickets
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The power and beauty of the @aids_memorial #AIDSQuilt was just unfolded in Golden Gate Park. Visit the display today and Sunday, 10am-5pm
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Tomorrow, 4/22, legislation will go into effect making the Gardens of Golden Gate Park free for San Francisco residents as well as all veterans regardless of residence. Get out to the gardens & celebrate #EarthDay! For more information, click here: bit.ly/3vHg7HQ
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The Great Highway will be closed to vehicles for the observed #Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday, 11/25 beginning at 6AM through Friday, 11/26 & the weekend. It will return to vehicle access on Monday, 11/29 at 6AM. For more information, click here: bit.ly/3CQZcDU
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Want to know the secret to why Golden Gate Park is the best city park in the nation? It's the men & women that work & care for this jewel of our city. On Golden Gate Park's birthday, we want to express our deepest gratitude to our staff for all that they do for Golden Gate Park!
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We're excited to see the Great Highway as number 18 on the @nytimes 2022 list of places around the globe where travelers can be part of the solution. Read more below:
Go on a journey with the full list of “52 Places for a Changed World” here. nyti.ms/3teJe5q
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If you’re looking to beat the heat as summer temperatures soar, all 9 of our public pools in SF will be free & open to all tomorrow, 7/3!
Highs in SF are expected to be in the mid-80s on Wednesday & a heat advisory will be in effect, according to @NWSBayArea .
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Parks in San Francisco have provided crucial respite and relief during a global pandemic. Which city park did you discover in 2020? sfgate.com/local/article/202…
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The murals are taking shape along the JFK Promenade in Golden Gate Park! Learn more about what’s going on, including upcoming Promenade Play Days and the Golden Mile Project here: bit.ly/3QSMc7T
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There's a new addition to Precita Park! Some lovely new string lights are brightening up the holidays, bringing cheer to park users and those who cannot congregate indoors during the pandemic.
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If you haven't seen it already, the GGP Shuttle got a major overhaul! The shuttle has improved frequency with 2 shuttles daily & an additional vehicle on the weekends. The route is extended, connecting directly to Muni on Haight Street and providing a stop directly at Stow Lake.
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A proposal to put on a series of outdoor concerts in the Golden Gate Park Polo Fields & downtown plazas has been updated to include key benefits: free @SFMTA_Muni rides for concertgoers & additional community funding for the Sunset & Richmond districts: tinyurl.com/kfx9n46u
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Golden Gate Park turns 155 today! W/ a beautiful weekend forecast, we invite you to celebrate all the ways the park enriches SF. Check out some activity ideas here:
See the cherry blossoms in bloom at the @JapaneseTGarden
Enjoy a Golden Gate Bandshell concert w/ @Illumin8Live
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Let’s take a moment to thank the poll workers in SF and across the country! Their commitment to precision, accuracy, and care ensures that our right to a fair and just election is upheld. Our @SFElections poll workers staffed 588 polling places. Thank you! Your work is vital!
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Need to beat the heat? We have FREE swimming today to help you cool off! See below:
Balboa Pool: 2-8PM
Coffman Pool: 2-7PM
Hamilton Pool: 2-4PM & 5:30-6:30PM
North Beach Pool: Noon-5PM
Rossi Pool: 1:45PM-3:15PM
Sava Pool: 2:30-4PM & 6:30- 8:30PM
MLK Pool: 4-7:30PM
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#Entwined, the new outdoor public art installation in #GoldenGatePark, will open tomorrow, 12/10 as a part of #GGP150 w/ @SFParksAlliance! While SF is currently under a regional stay at home order, parks & open spaces are essential to the public & will remain open for use.
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It is coyote pupping season! Let's support #UrbanWildlife by doing these three things:
1. Keep your distance from coyotes and their dens
2. Keep dogs on leash
3. DO NOT feed coyotes or other wildlife
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