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Join the CHARM Committee for the annual Black History Month Family Resource Fair, being held virtually this year due to COVID-19. 

Interpretation services are available; please fill out attendance form in description to request.

Black History Month Virtual Family Resource Fair

Live-streamed on YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter

Live conversation with Mayor Breed: Summer Programs During COVID-19

Free event with 100 summer programs, camps, and services for kids in grades K-8

Summer Resource Fair 2025

The City’s annual public safety initiative will again ramp up police and ambassador resources in Union Square and other high traffic shopping areas during the holidays.

Year to date, the Central Police District which includes Union Square, has seen a 44% decrease in crime compared to the same time period last year.

Mayor Breed Kicks Off Safe Shopper Initiative for the Holiday Season in Union Square

Multi-month campaign will include special events, activations, and attractions in the heart of San Francisco’s Downtown shopping district

Mayor Breed Announces Return of Winter Wander-Land to San Francisco's Union Square This Holiday Season

Mayor to introduce legislation to formalize the public-private partnership between the City and BXP to bring a major renovation to Embarcadero Plaza and neighboring Sue Bierman Park. New waterfront park will advance the Mayor’s work to reimagine Downtown and add vibrancy to support San Francisco’s small businesses and corridors

Mayor Breed Announces Civic Partnership to Build New Embarcadero Park

The $3 million renovation project, the latest in a series of enhancements to make the park more welcoming, accessible, and safe for all visitors, links Golden Gate Park to the bustling Irving Street commercial corridor

Mayor London Breed Joins Inner Sunset Community to Celebrate Improved 9th and Lincoln Gateway in Golden Gate Park

With sweeping views of the Bay and a host of amenities, including a new community kitchen, a refurbished landmark building, and shoreline access, the opening of 900 Innes Ave. marks a significant milestone in completing India Basin Waterfront Park

Mayor London Breed and Bayview-Hunters Point Community Celebrate Opening of India Basin Waterfront Park's Southern Portion

The free concert series, produced by Another Planet Entertainment, aims to ensure that Downtown San Francisco remains a destination for live music, entertainment, and the arts

First of Three Downtown Concerts Coming to Embarcadero Plaza on Sunday

The Request for Qualifications launching today is the first step to establish a dedicated pool of artists with direct and meaningful connections to San Francisco’s Chinatown community  
 
The City is committed to investing over $2 million for three public art initiatives in Chinatown

Mayor London Breed Announces National Call For Artists to Create Chinatown Artist Registry

The new facility replaces the previous 1950s-era building, destroyed in a fire

San Francisco Celebrates Reopening of Golden Gate Park Golf Course Clubhouse

The newly enhanced UN Plaza will feature a first-of-its-kind skate park, fitness programming, street skating, games and more in Civic Center area

Mayor Breed and City Leaders Celebrate the Reopening of UN Plaza

Longtime Recreation and Park Commission President Mark Buell to join Airport Commission, where he will serve to support the City’s renowned international airport;  

Carey Wintroub and Breanna Zwart to bring decades of experience in City and community advocacy to help advance San Francisco’s goals to create world-class public spaces and recreational facilities

Mayor Breed Appoints Three New Commissioners to Serve on Airport Commission and the Recreation and Park Commission

The City will partner with Street Soccer USA to host free watch parties for the Women’s World Cup and bring back the Street Soccer USA Cup Series

San Francisco Announces Return of World Cup Village in Downtown this Summer

Adults must watch children carefully. Households must stay 6 feet apart. Everyone 2 and older must wear masks.

Outdoor playgrounds allowed to reopen

The Recreation and Park Department will keep centers open until at least June 2 to provide care for children of healthcare workers, first responders, and other essential City employees.

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