City of Freaks

San Francisco: The City of Freaks or the Unique?

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discuss how the weather is always beautiful, can still comfortably surf in November

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Discuss gentrification, traffic worsening

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Mention Catholic tradition in San Francisco, italian neighborhood, favorite hike

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A beautiful day on the Golden Gate Bridge!

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'San Francisco 2.0' trailer

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Out of touch? What will happen to those who can’t keep up?

This new HBO series address the “Digital Gold Rush” that is occurring in the Bay Area and the changes that are ensuing as a result. Again, this deals with Zukin’s piece on the topic of Gentrification. Furthermore, The Beautiful Things That Heaven Bears comes to mind when researching this film. Many neighborhoods such as the Tenderloin (what Logan Circle used to be) is now being transformed into cafes and being invaded by “hipster youth.” As a result, those that have lived in the community for a long time can’t afford the changes and will be pushed out.

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Perspectives: Kelsey Johnson

I miss the spontaneity and the aesthetic flaws that made San Francisco so great for me while growing up. I felt a shared yet unspoken pride of San Francisco regardless of what ethnicity one identified with and learned the cultural characteristics of each neighborhood. Now, it seems as though the economic boom, on the contrary, attempts to unify the city by changing a front that once preserved it as a beautifully diverse geographical area. Spectacular have the advancements been, but the stories affiliated with these altered districts gradually disappear with also a new wave of people, or "transplants." Each time I go home to visit my family, I feel as though it is increasingly more difficult to relate to people moving into and changing my home.

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Perfect Day: Kelsey Johnson

My perfect day in San Francisco would consist of visiting places that I associate with my childhood. These locations, for the most part, do not exist far from my home because my greatest enjoyment has not come from lavishness in this enriched city. Instead, I think of going to Giovanni's Pizzeria -- after a long day running errands, strolling around the neighborhood with my dog, or biking to the Ferry Building and back -- a couple blocks away from my house with my mother in our Mission District and running into as well as inviting neighbors to dine with us. This would precede going to get dessert at the famous Mitchell's Ice Cream or walking, again, within our neighborhood to the closest corner store for candy and embracing the diversity apart of the city during the day and night time.

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I am posting this picture in remembrance of the Giants winning the World Series in 2010, 2012, and 2014. I attended the parades in 2010 and 2012, both absolutely amazing experiences. The pride and joy were tangible. Fans that spanned generations all assembled together to celebrate these momentous occasions. 

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This is a very interesting view, literally the cross section of different cultures that both exist in San Francisco. This street cuts Chinatown and North Beach, which is the Italian quarter of the city. On one corner, one can sit in a cafe and eat a cannoli while across the street, one can eat fried rice and dumplings. The possibilities are endless.

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This shot was taken in the Marin Headlands, probably around 7 in the morning when the fog is still hanging on the coast, about to roll back into the ocean. When there isn’t any fog, one can see the entire coastline for miles. Especially after a windy day, any smog in the air is blown out and one can see for miles out in all directions, including the endless Pacific Ocean and the Farolon Islands.There are three different places one can take a picture with this view, each higher than the previous rest stop. This is the first rest stop on the trail.

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In honor of the finale of the World Series last night - this is AT&T park where the San Francisco Giants play. My family is season ticket holders. Baseball is really important to my family and to the citizens of San Francisco. There is A LOT of pride. On any given day, one will see at least 1 out 5 people walk by with a Giants baseball hat on or some form of clothing with the logo on it.Our main rivals are the Los Angeles Dodgers and the rivalry runs deep. The games where the Dodgers come to San Francisco are always sold out.

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Oh, how I miss the fog. Whenever I fly home, it feels as if the fog envelopes me in a large hug, welcoming me back to where I belong

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The Hottest Restaurants in San Francisco Right Now, October 2015

Where to eat right now.

Check out and research the hottest places to eat in San Francisco! Notice the variety of ethnicities, cultures, and techniques that are represented!

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Best Movie Scenes In San Francisco

Far from a comprehensive list, think of these as your video store employee recommendations.

San Francisco in popular culture

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Morning commute from the East Bay, heading into the city for the work day!

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Perfect Day: John Vellis

1) Its all about hitting all 5 senses.( Feel me)

2) We would start off with a walk/run/hike on Chrissy field then head up the GG bridge.( Lots of selfies/ action shots/ and pictures of the view looking into the city)

3) FOOD is going to be very important part of the day.....uummmm so after that adventure. We go to "LEMARAIS" newer restaurant on chestnut.( coffee,french toast, fresh fruit)

4) Then maybe do a little  window shopping on chestnut

5)  Or u could substitute Embarcadero walk on a saturday and we head to farmer markets(fresh fruit,veg,and pasta)..Then if the Giants are in town, We head to the ball park(catch a game and all the great food at the stadium) MORE SELFIES..... 

6) Then we head to the mission( for a burrito or hit up Balompie cafe) Salvadoran food for the pupusas! This is, without question my hidden gem, of the city, even locals do know about this spot!

7)  Then we could always catch a movie for some down time...............

8) Then I would finish the night in North beach for drinks, people watching and great italian food( Firenze by night) great food, great service,and great location)

9) Then we would walk home, to wear off the booze, up and over Union St( More SELFIES, with the great views looking towards Alcatraz).. and our last spot would be Swensen's for some Ice cream!

10) Then we walk down Union, making fun of each other, enjoying cookie dough, and thanking god, we are finally walking down hill, and not up! San Francisco is all about enjoying your five senses! My favorite parts of the city are the food, views, and different elements that make SF the best city in the world!

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Is San Francisco losing its soul?

The big pay cheques of the tech boom are changing the City by the Bay as Twitter and Google millionaires take over its bohemian haunts. Could this be the end of the city as we know it? Zoë Corbyn reports

Losing its soul? Sounds like Corbyn was inspired by Zukin’s work! Read this fabulous article on the communities take on the influx of techies and the changes that are occuring!