#san-francisco-corner-stores

#san-francisco-corner-stores

"I've been going there since before my kids were born. It's really an institution that many of the locals feel is beloved."

Built in 1913, the building calls back to the city's early development, much like the commercial clusters just a block or few long that are nestled in so many neighborhoods.

Humbe's music is a blend of R&B, pop, and traditional Latin influences, creating a sound that transcends time and cultural boundaries.

"To address housing affordability in our community, we need all types of affordable housing options, including affordable ownership opportunities that allow individuals and families an opportunity to build equity alongside housing stability," said Santa Clara County Supervisor Betty Duong.

"We were able to make friends and memories that we couldn't even imagine when we first immigrated here," the owners Ikuko Miura and Paul wrote on a notice on the door.

Our inaugural session, led by GGBA member and President of KJS Consulting, Kate Sargent, provided valuable, practical guidance on how to leverage LinkedIn to grow your business and professional brand.

Nisha, who looked to be about 15 years old, drew a parol - a star-shaped lantern displayed during Christmas - and a Bahay kubo - a traditional Filipino-style house - with a small pencil, as she sat at a table of the Bayanihan Community Center in SoMa.

The vintage market in Lafayette features a curated lineup of the Bay Area's top vintage dealers, popping up across multiple parking lots on both sides of a full block.

The Inner Sunset Flea Market transforms Irving Street into a lively community space filled with vintage and secondhand treasures, artists, makers, and community organizations every second Sunday from April to November.

"I hadn't even seen the inside just like you, but I just felt like one person, DJ equipment, had to fit in there somehow. We knew it could be Pandora's box in there."

Closing a store is not a decision we take lightly, but this store has had performance issues for an extended period of time. We have worked to enhance and remodel the location, but it has not shown the sales and profit needed to continue operations. In fact, despite the best efforts of a great team, we have lost money year over year at this location.

This guided walk will spotlight 6 locally owned businesses, each offering a unique look into their story, products and services. At each stop, enjoy a short interview with the business owner followed by time to explore, shop and engage with neighbors.