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Could you spare any snow?
Earlier tonight, I spotted this fake snowman (snowperson?) at the corner of 17th and Valencia. Although the snowman seemed well groomed and well dressed, the cup seemed to indicate that this snowman was engaging in the popular Mission pastime of spanging. P.S. Oh, and happy new year!
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The glonous history of chopstlks
Today I was introduced to Yamo, a cheap and decent Chinese lunch counter at 18th and Mission. I was also introduced to some wonderful Engrish text on the chopstick wrapper, which I’ve transcribed below for your enjoyment. Welcome to Chinese Restaurant.please try your Nice Chinese Food With Chopsticksthe traditional and typical of Chinese glonous history.and…
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Why is there an empty lot at 15th and Dolores?
There’s been an empty lot at the corner of 15th and Dolores for well over a decade. Despite a sign promising condos to be built in “Fall 2010” (oops!) the empty lot is only used once a year to sell Christmas trees. So what used to be there? It turns out the lot was once…
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SFpark meters come to the Mission
A swarm of technicians descended on 16th and Mission today, decapitating the old parking meters and sliding in a fancy new “SFpark” meter. Removal New meters I’m not sure exactly what’s new, but it appears to be solar powered, accept credit cards (yay!) and the new meters utilize sensors under the vehicle so “the man”…
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Graffiti mocks CCTV camera
This graffiti mural mocks the CCTV camera that looms over it. It’s sort of a middle finger to the powers that be, while simultaneously integrated with its surroundings. I find it amusing. Spotted on Valencia between 14th and 15th.
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What’s up at Slanted Door?
The former Slanted Door / Levi’s popup store location on Valencia was getting some activity this morning when I snapped this photo. There was a moving van outside and a number of boxes were being taken in. Anyone know for certain what’s going on? This is good news for this block of Valencia, which as…
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Painting Mission Dolores Basilica
Spotted this fellow painting Mission Dolores Basilica this morning on the way to the office this morning.
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Wraps coming off Mission National Bank
In case you haven’t been by recently, the wraps are finally coming off Mission National Bank’s flagship 16th St. location! Restoration on the building’s exterior has been going on for roughly a year now, but the result is totally worth it. The restored facade adds some prestige to the often sketchy part of 16th between…
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New signage for Los Coyotes
Recently, Los Coyotes on 16th took down their awning and replaced it with a big “TAQUERIA” sign. So if there was any doubt previously about whether Los Coyotes was a sit-down restaurant, or perhaps was one of those enchilada-only establishments, this big red sign should clear things up for you.
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