Arts & culture
Mellow Nights on Haight
Anyone walking past Haight and Masonic would be forgiven for being confused by The Mellow.
Issue 12
September 2026
In this issue
Neighbors
Remembering Dick Vivian, Owner of Rooky Ricardo’s Records
Dick Vivian, the owner of the landmark store Rooky Ricardo’s Records, passed away from pancreatic cancer on July 24th.
History
The Old Spanish Road (Devisadero)
The most direct route between the Mission and the Presidio was, for the first century of their existence, referred to by residents using the name Sans Souci Valley.
Neighbors
You Can’t Teach an Old Dog a New Stick…
Recent veterinary science has pointed out that when a dog goes for a walk, it’s a little like scrolling social media or reading the news.
Arts & culture
Quieting One Voice to Find Another
Cadence for Change is a 501(c)(3) dedicated to raising musical aspirations in people of all ages and backgrounds.